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Excellent opportunity for an experienced Plant Fitter to join a well-established company based in Bedford From £36,000 a year - Full-Time Location: Bedford, MK42 Benefits: Company pension, private medical insurance, canteen, on-site parking Job description This is an opportunity for a Qualified Plant Fitter to join the team. Your responsibilities will include: • Servicing, repairing and maintenance of utility winches, trenchless utility equipment and other small to medium sized items of plant., • Take a lead role in preparing equipment for demonstrations., • Operate our equipment occasionally., • Work predominately inhouse and occasionally onsite as required., • Provide support and mentoring for less experienced Plant Fitters., • You must be a Fully qualified and experienced Plant Fitter with an engineering background., • NVQ or City & Guilds in a form of engineering., • Previous experience maintaining, diagnosing and repairing faults with a variety of plant both mechanical, electrical and pneumatics., • Full UK Driving Licence., • Welding experience, • Flexible and self-motivated., • Able to work as part of a team, supporting colleagues, • Good literacy, communication and IT skills If you have the relevant skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.

Warehouse Manager (Engineering background)£38,000 - £42,000 + Monday - Friday + StaticBedfordDo you have a Mechanical/Electrical/Plant background or similar, seeking to move into a static Monday-Friday position with an well-established company, providing a stable role with fantastic work-life balance and access to optional overtime?On offer is the chance to join a multi award-winning company providing planned and reactive maintenance, installations and servicing within the water industry in a role focused around the Warehouse and Office within the business.This static position involves overseeing incoming deliveries and controlling stock levels, liaising with the wider operational and procurement teams to ensure is it allocated to the right project locations. You will oversee general warehouse and yard operations working closely with other teams within the business.This role would suit someone with a engineering background working within, Mechanical, Plumbing, Pumps, drainage industries or similar seeking a static position with a well-established business.The Role • Static position, • Warehouse Inventory Management, • Engineering background, • Commutable to Bedford

Role: Graduate Operations Analyst Location: Bedford Salary: £35,000 + Benefits Hours: Monday – Friday Kick-start your career by solving real-world engineering problems. If you’re a graduate in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science or a related field and want to apply your skills beyond theory, this is a rare opportunity to step into a role where your ideas directly improve how a business operatesWhat’s in it for you? • Salary up to £35,000, • Hands-on experience with automation and robotic systems, • Apply engineering and analytical thinking to real-world challenges, • High ownership from day one – your ideas will be implemented, • Clear progression as the business scalesWhat you’ll be doing in this graduate operations analyst role!, • Analyse end-to-end operational systems to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks, • Use data to model, test and optimise warehouse and logistics performance, • Improve workflows across automated and robotic picking systems, • Investigate operational issues, identify root causes, and implement scalable solutions, • Build and maintain data models, dashboards, and performance trackers (Excel and beyond), • Define KPIs and monitor system performance, • Work closely with operational teams to deploy and embed improvements, • Collaborate with external partners to enhance logistics performanceWhat we’re looking for, • Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Maths or similar, • Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset, • Interest in systems optimisation, automation, or data-driven decision making, • Confident working with data (Excel essential; any coding is a bonus), • Curious, proactive, and motivated to improve how things work, • Strong communication skills – able to translate data into actionWhy this role? This isn’t a traditional graduate role where you’re siloed or stuck doing repetitive tasks. You’ll be given real problems to solve — from optimising automated systems to improving operational efficiency at scale — with the autonomy to test ideas and see the direct impact of your work. If you enjoy thinking in systems, working with data, and building smarter ways of doing things, this role will give you the platform to do exactly that.

Warehouse Supervisor£38,000 - £45,000 per annum (DOE)Kempston, BedfordFull time | Permanent | 40 hours per weekMonday to Friday Do you have strong experience managing warehouse operations? Are you confident working in a fast-paced engineering or industrial environment? Attega Group is working on behalf of our client as their in-house recruitment provider.We are currently recruiting for a Warehouse Supervisor to join their team. The main purpose of this Warehouse Supervisor role is to oversee the efficient day-to-day running of the warehouse, ensuring stock, deliveries, and materials are accurately managed and ready to support engineering operations. In return, our client is offering a salary of up to £38,000 - £45,000 P/A, depending on experience. Company benefits also include: • Company pension, • Career progression opportunities Reporting to the Operations Manager, your responsibilities will include: • Overseeing daily warehouse and yard operations, • Managing incoming deliveries, checking and allocating stock, • Preparing materials and consumables for upcoming jobs, • Building job-specific pallets for engineers, • Maintaining stock levels of consumables, spare parts, and PPE, • Ensuring accurate system updates and inventory records, • Liaising with engineers, procurement, and operations teams, • Managing returned materials and minimising waste, • Maintaining warehouse organisation, cleanliness, and safety, • Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, • 5+ years’ experience in warehouse operations or supervision, • Strong organisational and inventory management skills, • Experience working within engineering or industrial environments (desirable), • Forklift licence (essential or highly desirable), • Strong communication and teamwork skills, • Proactive, hands-on approach with problem-solving ability, • Good understanding of health & safety compliance

Instrumentation Engineer (Electronics) Bedford | £35,000–£40,000 | Shift-Based Role This isn’t a role where you sit behind a desk running standard tests. You’ll be hands-on with advanced engineering systems, building and supporting the instrumentation that enables complex aerodynamic testing and research. The work is practical, varied and often one-off - where precision, attention to detail and reliability really matter. You’ll be part of a multi-skilled team responsible for assembling, installing and maintaining instrumentation used to capture critical data from highly specialised test facilities. That means everything from soldering and building fine cable assemblies, through to installing sensors, connecting data acquisition systems, and fault-finding down to component level when things don’t behave as expected. This role suits someone who enjoys working with their hands as much as their head - comfortable moving between lab and industrial environments, and being directly involved in making sure systems are ready to perform when it matters. You’ll be: • Building and repairing instrumentation assemblies and cabling, • Installing sensors and instrumentation into complex test systems, • Supporting data acquisition and measurement systems, • Diagnosing faults across cables, sensors and assemblies, • Working closely with engineers to support live test activity You’ll likely bring: • Background as an electronics technician or similar hands-on role, • Strong understanding of basic electronics and fault finding, • Experience using test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes etc.), • Ability to read wiring diagrams and schematics, • A detail-driven, practical approach to engineering work Experience with sensors (strain, temperature, pressure) or data acquisition systems is beneficial, but not essential. Working Pattern • 40 hours per week on a rotating shift pattern:, • 07:00 – 15:00, • 14:00 – 22:00, • Overtime available (enhanced rates up to 2x on Sundays/Bank Holidays) This is a role where you’ll develop specialist skills, work on technically unique projects, and be part of a team delivering high-quality engineering in a stable, well-respected organisation. If you enjoy hands-on electronics, fault finding and working in environments where no two days are quite the same, this is worth exploring. Apply for a confidential conversation.

We are looking for a CNC Machining Specialist who will operate, program, and maintain high-precision CNC milling machines within a fast-paced, R&D-oriented environment. The ideal candidate will bring advanced turning expertise while also being comfortable working on multi-axis milling centres. You will be responsible for designing machining processes, selecting and optimising tooling, writing G-code, and overseeing the production of high-value, low-volume parts and one-offs. You will also participate in daily shop briefings to discuss objectives, challenges, and continuous improvement ideas. The role includes mentoring apprentices, collaborating closely with engineering teams and tooling suppliers, and actively contributing to ongoing process improvements. We pride ourselves on mission-focused innovation, where performance excellence is at the heart of everything we do. We offer meaningful work that will allow you to develop your skills and progress your career, while also maintaining a strong work-life balance. If you’re interested in joining a growing team working on exciting programmes, there has never been a better time to apply. We may not know what’s going to change the world next—but chances are, we’re already working on it, and you could be part of that journey. Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience • Program, set up, and run multi-axis machining processes (3 to 5 axis), • Select, verify, and adjust tooling and fixtures to ensure optimal performance, • Prove new programs using mock-ups or dry runs before transitioning to final production, • Provide input on tooling and fixture design, working closely with suppliers to optimise tooling performance, • Carry out dimensional and surface quality inspections using precision measurement instruments, • Proficient in Fanuc, Siemens, and Heidenhain control systems, • Strong knowledge of multi-axis machining strategies, toolpath optimisation, and post-processing, • Experience using precision inspection equipment such as CMM, optical comparators, and coordinate measuring systems, • Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems, • Ensure all finished components meet or exceed required specifications, • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of tooling, machining parameters, and inspection results Desired Skills • Experience in, or transferable skills to support, CNC turning operations, • Ability to create and refine machining strategies for R&D, prototype, and low-volume production work, • Produce clear and accurate work instructions, process documentation, and change orders, • Implement corrective action plans and monitor the effectiveness of process improvements, • Work closely with production planners to balance workload, output, and turnaround times

Salary £15.60 Qualified PCV Bus Driver – Arbroath and Forfar Depot We are looking for qualified bus drivers / PCV licence holders to join our Arbroath team. Typical annualised earnings of £31636 based on a basic week of 39 hours • Guaranteed 39 minimum hours with overtime for those who want to increase their earnings, • Different shift patterns available so you can fit work around your existing commitments You’ll be one of 136 drivers who transport our fantastic customers safely and comfortably every day to healthcare and employment, to shopping and leisure, and to friends and family. Aside from the satisfaction of being a key worker in your community, there’s loads of reasons for you to join the Stagecoach East Scotland team… • Great benefits including a generous company pension scheme, 34 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, free financial education, and affordable loans, and finally a range of money-saving opportunities including discounts on holidays and retail, cinema outings, dental insurance, vehicle breakdown cover and hotels and attractions, • Free travel for you and a companion on our buses – so on your days off you can be off shopping without worrying about parking the car, or heading off for a day in the city or by the seaside without worrying about the cost of fuel, • Plenty of job security from being a key worker at the heart of our communities, where we always need great people behind the wheel, • UK-wide opportunities whereby if you’re moving out of choice or circumstance, as we run bus companies across the UK, you can transfer to a new location, • Career development including our Trade Up scheme for drivers who want to move into engineering, promotion opportunities to Lead Driver, Inspector, Controller and Driving Instructor, and routes into management and leadership for those who want that, • Secondment opportunities to work elsewhere in the business – either on big events like Silverstone and Cheltenham Festival, or into our head office support functions, • An employee assistance programme to support health and wellbeing through a confidential service available 24 hours a day which provides specialist guidance and assistance on a range of personal and work-related issues, from dealing with stress and anxiety to managing financial, marital or legal issues. Face-to-face counselling sessions are also offered, alongside telephone and online support., • A great working environment with loads of opportunity to make new friends from a bunch of great workmates, managers who work hard to create great places to work, and employee networks building inclusive environments for women, veterans, carers, multicultural and LGBTQ+ colleagues The recruitment process is simple – you apply with your CV, we’ll have a good read then get you in for an interview and a bus drive, and that’s it! There are a few of things we need from you: • You need to have a PCV licence, and no more than 6 penalty points, • You need to want to deliver great customer service, • You need to have a patient, safe and courteous approach to driving So if that’s you, and you like what we’re offering, then apply below! Stagecoach workplace culture is one where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences our people bring to the business are celebrated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age. Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age. Location: Stagecoach Arbroath Depot Elliot Industrial Estate, Peasiehill Rd Arbroath DD11 2NJ

Salary £14.04 per hour Trainee Bus Driver – Arbroath Depot Stagecoach are looking for trainee bus drivers to join our Arbroath team. • Get paid to train and zero training costs as not only will you be earning from day one, we’ll also pay for all of your training costs to achieve a recognised national qualification in Passenger Transport and your PCV licence, worth around £4,000, • Typical annualised earnings after training of £31,636 based on a basic week of 39 hours after completed training, • Different shift patterns available so you can fit work around your existing commitments You’ll be one of 136 drivers who transport our fantastic customers safely and comfortably every day to healthcare and employment, to shopping and leisure, and to friends and family. Aside from the satisfaction of being a key worker in your community, there’s loads of reasons for you to join the Stagecoach East Scotland team… • Great benefits including a generous company pension scheme, 34 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, free financial education and affordable loans, and finally a range of money-saving opportunities including discounts on holidays and retail, cinema outings, dental insurance, vehicle breakdown cover and hotels and attractions, • Free travel for you and a companion on our buses – so on your days off you can be off shopping without worrying about parking the car, or heading off for a day in the city or by the seaside without worrying about the cost of fuel, • Guaranteed 39 minimum hours with overtime for those who want to increase their earnings, • Plenty of job security from being a key worker at the heart of our communities, where we always need great people behind the wheel, • UK-wide opportunities whereby if you’re moving out of choice or circumstance, as we run bus companies across the UK, you can transfer to a new location, • Supportive and high quality training from some of the best (and nicest!) driving instructors and training managers in the industry – we’ll teach you everything you need to know about our routes, our vehicles, our tickets and more, • Career development including our Trade Up scheme for drivers who want to move into engineering, promotion opportunities to Lead Driver, Inspector, Controller and Driving Instructor, and routes into management and leadership for those who want that, • Secondment opportunities to work elsewhere in the business – either on big events like Silverstone and Cheltenham Festival, or into our head office support functions, • An employee assistance programme to support health and wellbeing through a confidential service available 24 hours a day which provides specialist guidance and assistance on a range of personal and work-related issues, from dealing with stress and anxiety to managing financial, marital or legal issues. Face-to-face counselling sessions are also offered, alongside telephone and online support., • A great working environment with loads of opportunity to make new friends from a bunch of great workmates, managers who work hard to create great places to work, and employee networks building inclusive environments for women, veterans, carers, multicultural and LGBTQ+ colleagues The recruitment process is simple – you apply online, we’ll get you in for an interview and to see the depot, and that’s it! It doesn’t matter if you’re working in customer service, retail, hospitality or in a warehouse or factory, the only things we need are… • You need to be over 18 years old and hold a driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points, • Must have a minimum of 6 months driving experience in the UK• You need to want to deliver great customer service• You need to have a patient, safe and courteous approach to driving So if that’s you, and you like what we’re offering, then apply below! Stagecoach workplace culture is one where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences our people bring to the business are celebrated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age. Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age. Location: Stagecoach Arbroath Depot Elliot Industrial Estate, Peasiehill Rd Arbroath DD11 2NJ

Role: Plant Fitter Location: Bedford Hours: Monday to Friday, 39 hours + early finish Fridays Salary: £30,000 - £36,000 per annum An excellent opportunity has now arisen for an experienced Plant Fitter to join a well-established client based in Bedford Duties of a Plant Fitter: Servicing, repairing and maintenance of utility winches, trenchless utility equipment and other small to medium sized items of plant. Take a lead role in preparing equipment for demonstrations. Operate our equipment occasionally. Work predominately inhouse and occasionally onsite as required. Perform pre-delivery inspections on new and used equipment. What we would like from you: You must be a Fully qualified and experienced Plant Fitter with an engineering background. NVQ or City & Guilds in a form of engineering. Previous experience maintaining, diagnosing and repairing faults with a variety of plant both mechanical, electrical and pneumatics. Full UK Driving Licence. Welding experience Flexible and self-motivated. Able to work as part of a team, supporting colleagues Good literacy, communication and IT skills If you are interested in this role, please apply below with your most recent CV. BEDFORDPERM By applying to this job advertisement, you confirm you have read and understood our and give OA Group authorisation to hold you provided data. Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is bein...

CNC Machinist Specialist Ampthill, Bedfordshire Permanent, 37.5h, 4 day working week Monday to Thursday Salary: £38,000 - £47,000 We are looking for a Turning Specialist who will operate, program, and maintain high‑precision CNC Turning machines in a fast‑paced, R&D‑oriented shop. The ideal candidate will bring advanced turning expertise while also being comfortable on multi‑axis milling centres. They will design machining processes, select and optimize tooling, write G‑code, and oversee production of high‑value, low‑volume parts and one‑offs. Participates in daily shop briefings to discuss objectives, issues, and improvement ideas. The role includes mentoring apprentices, collaborating closely with engineering and tooling suppliers, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. We pride ourselves on mission focused innovation, where performance excellence is at the heart of everything we do. We’ll provide you with meaningful work that will allow you to grow your skills and enhance your career with us, but equally important to us is that you enjoy a strong work life balance as well. So if you are interested in joining a growing team working on exciting programme there has never been a better time to apply! We may not know what’s going to change the world next, but chances are we’re already working on it, and you can be part of the story too! Required skills, qualifications and experience: • Program, set up, and run in multi-axis machining methods (3 to 5axis)., • Select, verify, and adjust tooling and fixtures for optimal performance., • Prove new programs on mock‑ups or dry runs, then transition to final product, • Provide input on tooling/fixture design and collaborate with suppliers on tool optimization., • Perform dimensional and surface‑quality checks using precision instruments, • Proficiency in Fanuc, Siemens, and Heidenhain control languages., • Knowledge of multi‑axis machining strategies, tool‑path optimisation, and post‑processing., • Experience with precision inspection tools (CMM, optical comparators, coordinate measuring equipment)., • Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems, • Verify that finished components meet or exceed specifications., • Maintain updated records of tooling, parameters, and measurement results. Desired Skills • Experience and or transferable skills to support Milling operations, • Create and refine machining strategies for R&D, prototype, and low‑volume production parts., • Produce accurate work instructions, process delineations, and change‑order documentation., • Implement corrective action plans and track the effectiveness of process changes., • Coordinate with production planners to balance volume and turnaround requirements Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact or call 02392415270

Job Title: Electrical Assembly Technician Location: Ampthill, Bedfordshire – 4 day week, Mon-Thurs on-site Role Type: Permanent Salary: £32,000 - £34,500 per annum depending on experience Our client, an established defence manufacturing firm in Ampthill, Bedfordshire, require an experienced Electrical Assembly Technician to join their multi-disciplined team. Candidates would need to have lived & worked in the UK for 5+ years and be eligible for BPSS and SC security clearance. What the role of the Electrical Assembly Technician entails: • We require a competent technician, capable of cable and harness manufacturing working from drawings and engineering instruction., • Competent and safe use of all hand tools., • Use of Jigs, fixtures and measuring tools., • Problem solver with a positive attitude., • Working with support from engineering group a methodical and precise approach to ensure successful completion of production tasks on high value hardware. What experience you need to be the successful Electrical Assembly Technician: • Cable and Harness manufacturing to specifications using Work instructions and Engineering drawings working in a medium volume production environment, • Understanding of ESD controls., • Experience in the use of crimp tools and ability to hand solder to high accuracy., • Competent with using IT/Software packages., • Cleanliness and housekeeping (5S) methodology., • A high level of health and safety awareness., • Certified IPC 620 or experience working with or understanding of IPC/J-Standards. This really is a fantastic opportunity for an Electrical Assembly Technician to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out!

Instrumentation Engineer (Electronics) Bedford | £35,000–£40,000 | Shift-Based Role This isn’t a role where you sit behind a desk running standard tests. You’ll be hands-on with advanced engineering systems, building and supporting the instrumentation that enables complex aerodynamic testing and research. The work is practical, varied and often one-off - where precision, attention to detail and reliability really matter. You’ll be part of a multi-skilled team responsible for assembling, installing and maintaining instrumentation used to capture critical data from highly specialised test facilities. That means everything from soldering and building fine cable assemblies, through to installing sensors, connecting data acquisition systems, and fault-finding down to component level when things don’t behave as expected. This role suits someone who enjoys working with their hands as much as their head - comfortable moving between lab and industrial environments, and being directly involved in making sure systems are ready to perform when it matters. You’ll be: • Building and repairing instrumentation assemblies and cabling, • Installing sensors and instrumentation into complex test systems, • Supporting data acquisition and measurement systems, • Diagnosing faults across cables, sensors and assemblies, • Working closely with engineers to support live test activity You’ll likely bring: • Background as an electronics technician or similar hands-on role, • Strong understanding of basic electronics and fault finding, • Experience using test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes etc.), • Ability to read wiring diagrams and schematics, • A detail-driven, practical approach to engineering work Experience with sensors (strain, temperature, pressure) or data acquisition systems is beneficial, but not essential. Working Pattern • 40 hours per week on a rotating shift pattern:, • 07:00 – 15:00, • 14:00 – 22:00, • Overtime available (enhanced rates up to 2x on Sundays/Bank Holidays) This is a role where you’ll develop specialist skills, work on technically unique projects, and be part of a team delivering high-quality engineering in a stable, well-respected organisation. If you enjoy hands-on electronics, fault finding and working in environments where no two days are quite the same, this is worth exploring. Apply for a confidential conversation.

Tooling Design Engineer £52000-£57000 p/a + BUPA, Bonus and Benefits Ampthill, Bedfordshire 37.5 hours + flexible working patterns/4 Day Work Week option Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements. The role: The Operations Engineering team provides engineering resources to support Operational performance and major product development projects; from design through to engineering build and production support, to end of life of product. The team provides full product lifecycle support including prototype design & build, development and integration of the build documentation and supporting requirements of full production build. This role will be required to provide technical support to the team in the design, development and implementation of industrial tools, jigs, fixtures, prototype model production and machine attachments required for production or experimental use, considering such factors as accessibility, economy, mobility, performance requirements and ensure legislative compliance is adhered to. What will you be doing? • A thorough working knowledge of CAD design tools such as CREO and Windchill is required., • Design involvement through the full product lifecycle, with the aim to reduce manufacturing costs and improve yield at all stages, which will directly impact our customers, whilst supporting the Programme in delivery of the milestones., • You will drive a proactive approach to right first time quality to promote growth, will enhance the reputation of the business through exceptional quality standards and contribute towards a significant reduction in overall manufacturing costs., • Develop manufacturing tooling within any of the following technologies;, • CNC Machining, • Composite layup, • Designing any new tooling & fixturing requirements., • Experienced in the creation of Technical Requirement Specifications., • Creation of detailed process instructions., • Creation of Manufacturing BOM’s / routings to aid ease of manufacture., • Active involvement in the Level 1 & 2 MDWT (Mission Directed Work Team) meetings., • Assist with the Technical requirements of the relevant section of the Capital plan from definition to acceptance., • Supporting full rate production of a range of products aligned to the LMUK Ampthill Business requirements., • Close liaison of activities with Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering and other functions as necessary., • Support with the business process reviews and generation / update of relevant documentation. Skills required: • A background in tooling design and experience gained from within a manufacturing environment., • Broad manufacturing knowledge; industry experience with CNC machining, composites, fabrication, mechanical assembly, additive manufacturing., • Ability to design new tooling, developing from initial concepts through to production release., • Experience using CAD software (CREO) to generate 3D models and technical drawings., • Experience using PDM software (Windchill) to manage document release and change., • Ability to produce detailed drawings to BS8888., • An understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerances) with the ability to identify key characteristics and datum structures., • Awareness of DFM/A and PFMEA principles and practical application., • Capability to derive Technical Requirements for tooling from the product requirements., • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma Methodology, Quality toolset experience., • Experience of preparing manufacturing BOM’s and routings and manufacturing process instructions. Key personal competencies: • Strong analytical skills., • Good communication skills that can influence a range of audiences internally and externally in meetings at all levels., • A good team player, able to liaise with other functions across the business., • An independent thinker, able to take an assertive stance to enforce the key customer and quality requirements., • Experience of driving change in process, behaviour and culture., • Key competences: personal accountability, building relationships, planning for results, customer first, adaptability. Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact or call 02392 415270.

About Us Racing Digital is a 50/50 joint venture between the BHA and Weatherbys. We exist to transform and serve the sport we love; building a next-generation, agile platform that puts customers at the heart of everything we do. Our technology makes processes easier and more efficient, so that trainers, owners, and everyone involved in racing can spend more time creating value and less time on administration. We’re looking for a senior-level engineer to play a key role in completing, scaling, and supporting our core digital hub, a platform at the centre of the sport’s future. This is not just a build role; it’s an opportunity to take long-term ownership of a critical system and shape how it evolves. The Opportunity As a senior engineer, you will: • Help complete and stabilise our core platform (“the hub”), • Take ownership of its long-term performance, scalability, and evolution, • Introduce modern engineering practices, including AI-assisted development, • Work closely with product, data, and business stakeholders to drive meaningful change What You’ll Be Doing • Lead development of modern Angular front ends for our core platform, • Own and evolve the user-facing layer of the hub, • Work across the stack with .NET and Azure, • Help complete and productionise the hub, • Introduce modern front-end practices (state management, testing, performance), • Apply AI-assisted development approaches, • Collaborate closely with product/design teams, • Mentor and support other engineers Tech Environment • Frontend: Angular (core focus), • Backend: C#, .NET Core APIs, • Cloud: Azure, • Platform: Power Platform & Dynamics, • DevOps: CI/CD, Azure DevOps What We’re Looking For • Strong experience with Angular (recent versions), • Solid experience with C#/.NET, • Experience delivering production-grade front-end applications, • Strong understanding of frontend architecture and UX, • Comfortable working across the stack, • Interest in AI-assisted development Bonus Experience • Power Platform / Dynamics 365, • Data platforms / SQL, • Security and enterprise system design, • Experience bringing systems in-house Why Join Now? You’ll play a key role in completing and owning a platform central to British horseracing. You’ll join early enough to shape standards and culture while working directly with decision-makers. Location & Package • Hybrid: 2 days/week in Sharnbrook, Bedfordshire, • Salary: £75,000–£85,000 dependent on experience (Fixed 12 month term initially), • 28 days holiday + public holidays, • Private medical cover through Vitality, • Generous pension contribution, • £1,000 training budget, • Life assurance through Yu Life We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, including those from underrepresented communities. We believe that diversity strengthens our team, drives innovation, and helps us better serve our customers and communities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so that we may support you.

Manufacturing Engineer Ampthill, Bedfordshire Permanent, 37.5h, 4 day working week Monday to Thursday Salary:£45,000-£50,000 Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a crucial role throughout the product lifecycle, focusing on reducing manufacturing costs and improving production yields. Your contributions will have a direct impact on customer satisfaction while ensuring the timely delivery of project milestones. As the go-to expert in your field, you will provide engineering insights, solve complex challenges, and coordinate activities to support current and future business goals. You'll also be a key driver of our commitment to "right-first-time" quality standards, enhancing both operational efficiency and the company's reputation. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and refine manufacturing processes within technologies such as NC Machining., • Define production sequences, layouts, and workflows for assembly, equipment installation, and material handling...

Electrical Technician Permanent role Based in Ampthill Offering £34,000 Do you hold an IPC-620 Certification? Do you have experience with Cables/Harnesses manufacturing? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? As the Electrical Technician, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry! You will be involved in: • Cable and harness manufacturing working from drawings and engineering instructions, • Competent and safe use of all hand tools, • Use of Jigs, fixtures, and measuring tools Your skillset may include: • Cable and Harness manufacturing to specifications using Work instructions and Engineering drawings, • Understanding of ESD controls, • Experience in the use of crimp tools, • Ability to hand-solder to high accuracy, • Competent using IT/Software packages, • Cleanliness and housekeeping (5S) methodology, • Certified IPC 620 or experience working with or understanding of IPC/J-Standards If this all sounds like something you will be interes...

Join us, be part of more. Were so much more than an energy company. Were a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesnt rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. Thats why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.? At British Gas, our engineers are at the heart of what we do. Every day, customers invite us into their homes because they trust us to put things right, quickly, safely and professionally. Were now looking forexperienced White Goods Engineers (Contractors)to work alongside our established engineering community and help us deliver on ourBritish Gas Service Promise, including our commitment tosame-day fixeswherever possible. This is a great opportunity for skilled, customer-focused engineers who take pride in their work and want consistent, flexible contractor work with one of the UKs most recognised service brands...

Role: Service Technician Location: Bedford Hours: Monday to Friday, 39 hours + early finish Fridays Salary: £33,000 - £36,000 per annum An excellent opportunity has now arisen for an experienced Service Technician to join a well-established client based in Bedford Duties of a Service Technician: • Servicing, repairing and maintenance of utility winches, trenchless utility equipment and other small to medium sized items of plant., • Take a lead role in preparing equipment for demonstrations., • Operate our equipment occasionally., • Work predominately inhouse and occasionally onsite as required., • You must be a Fully qualified and experienced Plant Fitter with an engineering background., • NVQ or City & Guilds in a form of engineering., • Previous experience maintaining, diagnosing and repairing faults with a variety of plant both mechanical, electrical and pneumatics., • Full UK Driving Licence., • Welding experience, • Flexible and self-motivated., • Able to work as part of a team, supporting colleagues

Role: Workshop Technician Location: Bedford Hours: Monday to Friday, 39 hours + early finish Fridays Salary: £36,000 per annum An excellent opportunity has now arisen for an experienced Workshop Technician to join a well-established client based in Bedford Duties of a Workshop Technician: Servicing, repairing and maintenance of utility winches, trenchless utility equipment and other small to medium sized items of plant. Take a lead role in preparing equipment for demonstrations. Operate our equipment occasionally. Work predominately inhouse and occasionally onsite as required. Perform pre-delivery inspections on new and used equipment. What we would like from you: You must be a Fully qualified and experienced Plant Fitter with an engineering background. NVQ or City & Guilds in a form of engineering. Previous experience maintaining, diagnosing and repairing faults with a variety of plant both mechanical, electrical and pneumatics. Full UK Driving Licence. Welding experience Flexible and self-motivated. Able to work as part of a team, supporting colleagues Good literacy, communication and IT skills If you are interested in this role, please apply below with your most recent CV. BEDFORDPERM By applying to this job advertisement, you confirm you have read and understood our and give OA Group authorisation to hold you provided data. Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, w...

Materials Engineer Ampthill, Bedfordshire Great salary, BUPA, Bonus and Benefits 37.5 hours, 4 Day Work Week option Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements. The role: A talented individual skilled as a Materials Engineer is required to join the Special Projects team at Lockheed Martin, Ampthill. The job will involve a range of materials research activities. We are in need of someone to do hands on materials R&D and possibly some some hands-on testing. Niche skills are required across composites. • For the role our Composite focus is on Carbon / Silica phenolic composite processing and characterisation., • We are also looking into novel technologies for space and aerospace applications so experience in high temperature materials / materials used in hypersonics would be a welcome addition. What skills will I need? • Materials research or Materials science and engineering background (qualifications and work experience) in composite materials., • Composites experience in carbon fibre composites processing and testing., • Understanding of composite materials processing, • Experience in composite methods., • Understanding of composite materials applied to space and aerospace applications., • Writing technical documents. Desired Skills: • Background in high temperature materials / Hypersonics materials would be a welcome addition., • Experience of Lab based materials development and testing., • Understanding of phenolic resin processing, properties and chemistry, • Experience of working withing an ISO 9001 Quality system., • Presentation skills., • Knowledge of both destructive and non-destructive inspection techniques. Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact or call 02392 415270.

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. The Role: This role is part of our BlueBear Business in Bedfordshire. The Operations Manager will work across the organisation providing governance, compliance, trials and business coordination support. Process im...

Manufacturing Engineer Ampthill, Bedfordshire Permanent, 37.5h, 4 day working week Monday to Thursday Salary:£45,000-£50,000 Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a crucial role throughout the product lifecycle, focusing on reducing manufacturing costs and improving production yields. Your contributions will have a direct impact on customer satisfaction while ensuring the timely delivery of project milestones. As the go-to expert in your field, you will provide engineering insights, solve complex challenges, and coordinate activities to support current and future business goals. You’ll also be a key driver of our commitment to "right-first-time" quality standards, enhancing both operational efficiency and the company’s reputation. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and refine manufacturing processes within technologies such as NC Machining., • Define production sequences, layouts, and workflows for assembly, equipment installation, and material handling using lean methodologies., • Provide accurate Basis of Estimates for engineering and shop floor activities across various technologies., • Identify tooling and fixturing requirements to optimize manufacturing processes., • Create comprehensive Technical Requirement Specifications and detailed process instructions., • Manage Manufacturing Bills of Materials (BOMs) and routings to streamline production., • Actively participate in Level 1 & 2 Mission Directed Work Team (MDWT) meetings., • Contribute to the Technology Roadmap, identifying opportunities for process improvement and future capabilities., • Support capital planning from technical requirements definition to final acceptance., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Industrial and Production Engineering., • Assist in business process reviews and documentation updates to support continuous improvement. Required skills, qualifications and experience: • Expertise in CNC machining and manufacturing technologies., • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and quality improvement tools., • Familiar with HyperMill CAM software to generate Offline NC programs would be beneficial., • Experience with CAD software for generating 2D technical drawings., • Solid understanding of MRP systems and experience managing BOMs and routings in SAP (or similar ERP systems)., • Proven ability to drive cultural and process change, improving efficiency and quality., • A collaborative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement. Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact or call 02392415270

Electrical Technician Permanent role Based in Ampthill Offering £34,000 Do you hold an IPC-620 Certification? Do you have experience with Cables/Harnesses manufacturing? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? As the Electrical Technician, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry! You will be involved in: • Cable and harness manufacturing working from drawings and engineering instructions, • Competent and safe use of all hand tools, • Use of Jigs, fixtures, and measuring tools Your skillset may include: • Cable and Harness manufacturing to specifications using Work instructions and Engineering drawings, • Understanding of ESD controls, • Experience in the use of crimp tools, • Ability to hand-solder to high accuracy, • Competent using IT/Software packages, • Cleanliness and housekeeping (5S) methodology, • Certified IPC 620 or experience working with or understanding of IPC/J-Standards If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further!

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Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role is part of Saab BlueBear in Bedfordshire. You will work as part of the Air Combat Simulation team supporting customers in the modelling and simulation of aircraft and associated systems, including the development and V&V of models and analysis tools. Key Responsibilities: Work collaboratively as an integral part of a small team delivering a customer focused task-based modelling and simulation support service. Develop Requirements from initial customer brief. Build models and analysis tools to meet the customer requirements. Update, debug and V&V of models and simulation tools. Analyse results from model integration and simulation development to provide understanding of the component models performance and their interactions. Develop and maintain tools for the translation of data files between formats in use within the community. Develop Simulink models of aircraft and aerospace systems and auto-code to C/C++ and dll. Integrate Models (Simulink and dll) into System-of-Systems models. Undertake simulation development, testing and application with results analysis to provide understanding of component models and their interactions. Develop and test models for integration into Distributed Simulations. Extend the Distributed Simulation capabilities and functionality. Sanity checking model performance and simulation results through cross-checking with other sources of information and engineering estimates. Validation and Verification of model performance and simulation results against requirements. Review documentation for accurate technical content and quality to ensure it meets the required high standards. Investigate modelling and simulation tools to support new customer requirements. Generate documentation (User Guides, Interface Control Documents, Delivery Notes, Verification and Validation reports) for models, simulations and applications developed by the team at an appropriate level for the expected end user's technical ability. Report on technical issues encountered with 3rd party provided models and simulations covering the issues, significance and potential resolutions. Qualifications and Skills: UK National Required. Degree Educated - Engineering degree in relevant subject. Matlab and Simulink (and Stateflow), Auto-coding to C/C++ and DLL Programming languages (Preferably C++, C#, Delphi) Flight Dynamics and aircraft performance modelling Pilot modelling Modelling of Sensors and Signatures (RF and EO/IR) Knowledge of Earth coordinate systems (Flat, spherical, WGS-84) Distributed Simulation (DIS, HLA) Source Control (Git) Solving optimisation problems. Model integration into e.g. system-of-systems models and distributed simulations Dealing with aerospace vehicle and system models including: Flight performance multiple degree-of-freedom (3+) equations of motion transformations between multiple frames of reference using Euler angle and quaternions Sensors and signatures Solving optimisation problems Investigate, understand and resolve problems with: Simulink model development Model integration into e.g. system-of-systems models and distributed simulations As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level, or have the ability to gain it. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview. TPBN1_UKTJ

Shift Technician (Entry Level – Full Training Provided / DCS / SCADA) Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire Salary: £28,000 – £32,000 + Shift Allowance + Benefits Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Shift-Based Industry: Power Generation The Role We are offering an exciting opportunity for an Entry-Level Shift Technician / Trainee Plant Operator to join a modern power generation facility. No prior power plant experience is required – full training will be provided. This role is ideal for candidates looking to build a long-term career in engineering, energy, or industrial operations. Who Should Apply? • Entry-level candidates or those looking to change career, • Engineering apprenticeships, college leavers, or ex-military, • Backgrounds in manufacturing, production, warehouse, or hands-on roles, • Anyone with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn Key Responsibilities • Learn to operate and monitor plant systems using DCS/SCADA, • Support safe and efficient plant operation in line with procedures, • Carry out routine plant inspections, checks, and readings, • Respond to alarms and assist with fault finding and troubleshooting, • Assist with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and basic repairs, • Work closely with the Shift Team Leader and experienced technicians, • Help supervise contractors and ensure adherence to safety procedures, • Assist with stock control, consumables, and site deliveries, • Participate in planned and unplanned outages, • Maintain high standards of housekeeping and organisation, • Operate site equipment (e.g. forklift – training provided if required), • Develop skills and knowledge to progress into a fully competent Technician Skills & Attributes • Willingness to learn and develop technical skills, • Interest in engineering, power generation, or industrial environments, • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability, • Ability to follow procedures and work safely, • Basic mechanical or electrical understanding (desirable, not essential), • GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths & English preferred What’s in it for You? • Full training provided – no prior experience required, • Clear career progression into Technician and senior roles, • Supportive and safety-focused working environment Additional Information • Shift-based role (days and nights), • Flexibility required for overtime and shift cover, • Right to work in the UK required

Job Title: Electrical Assembly Technician Location: Ampthill, Bedfordshire - 4 day week, Mon-Thurs on-site Role Type: Permanent Salary: £32,000 - £34,500 per annum depending on experience Our client, an established defence manufacturing firm in Ampthill, Bedfordshire, require an experienced Electrical Assembly Technician to join their multi-disciplined team. Candidates would need to have lived & worked in the UK for 5+ years and be eligible for BPSS and SC security clearance. What the role of the Electrical Assembly Technician entails: We require a competent technician, capable of cable and harness manufacturing working from drawings and engineering instruction. Competent and safe use of all hand tools. Use of Jigs, fixtures and measuring tools. Problem solver with a positive attitude. Working with support from engineering group a methodical and precise approach to ensure successful completion of production tasks on high value hardware. What experience you need to be the successful Electrical Assembly Technician: Cable and Harness manufacturing to specifications using Work instructions and Engineering drawings working in a medium volume production environment Understanding of ESD controls. Experience in the use of crimp tools and ability to hand solder to high accuracy. Competent with using IT/Software packages. Cleanliness and housekeeping (5S) methodology. A high level of health and safety awareness. Certified IPC 620 or experience working with or understanding of IPC/J-Standards. This really is a fantastic opportunity for an Electrical Assembly Technician to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website

Trainee AI Engineer – No Experience Needed Future-proof your career in Artificial Intelligence – starting today. Looking for a career change? Currently employed but want something better? Or maybe you're between jobs and ready for a fresh start? ITOL Recruit's AI Traineeship is designed to get you into one of the fastest-growing industries with zero experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first AI Engineer role in 1-3 months. Please note this is a training course and fees apply Job guaranteed - complete the programme and get a job or get your money back. Our candidates earn £30,000-£45,000. Why AI? AI is reshaping every industry you can think of. Healthcare, finance, retail, and manufacturing – they’re all scrambling for skilled professionals. The demand far outstrips supply, which means excellent salaries, flexible working arrangements, and genuine job security. How It Works Step 1 – AI Engineering Fundamentals Start with the basics of AI, including neural networks and large language models, to build a solid foundation in AI engineering. Step 2 – Data Fundamentals Understand the data workflow, from collection to cleaning, and learn how to prepare data for AI applications. Step 3 – Notebooks & IDEs Get hands-on with industry-standard tools like Jupyter Notebooks and VS Code to develop AI systems. Step 4 – Python Programming Master Python, covering everything from the basics to object-oriented programming (OOP). Step 5 – Python Streamlit Project Apply your Python skills by building a car price prediction app using Python and Streamlit. Step 6 – Python for Data Learn essential Python libraries like NumPy, Pandas, and Matplotlib for data manipulation and visualisation. Step 7 – AI Sentiment Analysis Project Work with Hugging Face to build a sentiment analysis classifier using real-world AI techniques. Step 8 – AI Prompt Engineering Master prompt engineering, learning how to craft effective prompts for controlling AI outputs. Step 9 – Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) Learn how to integrate external knowledge into AI systems using RAG techniques and vector databases. Step 10 – AI Specialised Customer Service Chatbot Project Combine prompt engineering and RAG to build an AI-powered customer service chatbot, delivering intelligent responses using vector databases and knowledge bases. Step 11 – Machine Learning Fundamentals Understand machine learning principles and algorithms, and how to train and test models using scikit-learn. Step 12 – Machine Learning Project Put your machine learning knowledge into practice with a hands-on project. Step 13 – AI & Data Ethics Study the ethical considerations in AI, including issues of bias, fairness, and data privacy. Step 14 – Oral Exam Complete a virtual oral exam to assess your understanding and ability to apply your learning. Step 15 – AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Finish with the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner course and exam to gain essential cloud computing knowledge. What You Get · 100% online, self-paced training · Microsoft AI-900 certification included · 1-to-1 tutor and recruitment support · Real-world project experience · Job guarantee – get a job or your money back · Starting salary of £30,000–£45,000 We Get You Hired! We're not new to this. ITOL Recruit has 15+ years of experience and has placed over 5,000 people into new roles. Our job programmes include certified tutors, UK-accredited qualifications, and one-on-one support from a recruitment adviser focused on placing you. We don't believe in empty promises. Complete our programme, follow the process, and if you don't land a job, you get your money back. "Five months from complete beginner to AI engineer. Best decision I ever made." – Jamie W., now working as a Junior AI Engineer in London Ready to Start? If you’re motivated, curious, and excited about technology, we’ll help you turn that into a career you can be proud of. Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps

Are you ready to shape the sound of the future? At Exact Sourcing, we are partnering with a leading consultancy known for technical excellence and innovative design. We are looking for an Acoustics Consultant who is as passionate about precision as they are about the environment we live in. Whether it’s architectural acoustics, environmental noise impact, or building services vibration, you will be the expert who ensures that every space sounds exactly as it should. This is a high-impact position where you will take ownership of projects from initial noise surveys to final design implementation. You will work across a diverse portfolio, including residential developments, commercial hubs, and public infrastructure. As the Acoustics Consultant, you will be responsible for: • Technical Analysis: Conducting noise and vibration surveys using industry-standard equipment and software (e.g., CadnaA, SoundPLAN, or CATT-Acoustics)., • Expert Reporting: Preparing detailed noise impact assessments and technical reports for planning applications and building regulations (Approved Document E)., • Design Collaboration: Working closely with architects and engineers to provide acoustic design solutions that balance aesthetics with functionality., • Client Advocacy: Attending site meetings and acting as the technical point of contact for developers and local authorities. As the Acoustics Consultant, you will have/be: • Qualified Expert: You hold a degree in Acoustics, Physics, or a related Engineering discipline, and ideally, you are a member of the Institute of Acoustics (IOA)., • Analytical Mindset: You enjoy "the weeds" of data but can translate complex findings into clear, actionable advice for clients., • Communication Skills: You are comfortable presenting your findings and can hold your own in a professional project meeting., • Reliable & Proactive: You take pride in delivering high-quality work on time and enjoy the autonomy of managing your own project load. Our client works with a diverse project portfolio: No two days are the same—from city-centre skyscrapers to rural environmental projects. The other areas that make this business really special is that they offer: • Professional Growth: Our client is committed to CPD and will support your path toward Chartered Engineer status., • Modern Working: Flexible working arrangements and a culture that values output over "desk time." If you have an ear for detail and the technical skill to match, we want to hear from you

I am excited to partner with a leading power protection company who have an immediate requirement for a Service Engineer in the South. The successful Service Engineer must be willing to travel and stay away from home overnight occasionally. Candidates will ideally live within 50 miles of the M25 and will travel to customer sites in the South (including London) carrying out service, maintenance and repairs to the companys range of equipment. Candidates living in or close to the following locations are of particular interest, Watford, Bishops Stortford, Bletchley, Buckingham, Bedford, Luton, Slough, Reading, Swindon, Crawley, Camberley, Guildford, Horsham, Maidstone or close surrounding areas. Due to the nature of the role candidates will need to undertake and pass security checks. This is an exciting opportunity for engineers leaving the military with an electronic bias. In return you will join an established company and friendly engineering team where you will manage your own work schedule and time. The role comes with an attractive salary and benefits package. Service Engineer Requirements: Hold a relevant recognised Electronic/Electrical engineering qualification to Level 3 as a minimum. Proven experience of working with electronic equipment with a strong technical understanding of electronics and electrics. Able to read and interpret electrical diagrams and schematics. Flexible approach willing to travel and stay away from home on occasions. IT literate. Self-motivated and organised. Ability to participate in a callout rota. Hold full clean driving licence. Willing to undertake and pass security checks. Service Engineer Benefits: Annual salary is circa £51,750, which is made up of £45,000 basic and a guaranteed shift allowance of 15% (£6,750). 37 hour working week with alternate weekend working. Overtime paid. Callout allowance. Company van, mobile phone, laptop, tools, PPE and uniform provided. Company fuel card and credit card for expenses provided. Private medical scheme and pension scheme after probationary period. Opportunity to join a friendly team and manage your own workload. NOTE Our client encourages applications from candidates from both commercial and ex-military, Royal Navy, British Army, Royal Air Force with electronic/electrical engineering backgrounds. TPBN1_UKTJ

About the job. As part of the development of our Digital Services function, we are recruiting to strengthen our internal digital capability. These roles are central to building sustainable in-house expertise that supports the design, development, and delivery of digital solutions across the transport network. A key focus of this campaign is creating new opportunities. As a result, we are recruiting a Principal Machine Learning Engineer to play a leading role in shaping the future of digital services across National Highways. Our Digital Lab designs and manages innovative data products and services in-house, while building external partnerships and increasing adoption of our digital assets to improve customer journeys, support the Strategic Road Network, and enable emerging technologies such as connected and autonomous vehicles. As Principal Machine Learning Engineer, you will lead the strategic direction, risk management, and continuous improvement of production AI/ML products and services that support critical business decision-making. Working closely with Digital Services teams and senior stakeholders, you will define and deliver machine learning strategies that maximise adoption and unlock value from our £69 billion data assets. You will ensure solutions are commercially sustainable, technically robust, and designed around user needs and experience. This is a hybrid role based at any National Highways office location, with an expectation to attend the office for two days per week, including weekly travel to collaborate with the team Lead the Machine Learning Engineering team in the safe and effective operation of AI/ML products and services in production, maximising the value and adoption of data-driven decision making across the business. Own service performance and continuous improvement, ensuring robust IT Service Management, regulatory compliance, model risk management, ethical AI standards, and ongoing enhancements to user experience, efficiency, scalability, and cost of operation. Define and deliver the AI/ML Ops platform strategy and roadmap, implementing modern engineering practices and leading-edge techniques to enable rapid, scalable, and cost-effective delivery of machine learning services. Build and lead senior stakeholder relationships across directorates, working with Directors and business leaders to manage service performance, prioritise demand, shape delivery backlogs, and influence future digital strategy both internally and externally. Provide effective operational leadership of the team, ensuring adherence to governance and compliance frameworks including budget management, forecasting, business planning, delivery controls, data governance, audit, communications, and people policies. About you. Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to build credible relationships at senior levels, navigate complex environments, and secure positive outcomes across multiple priorities. Proven experience leading data innovation and systems integration, including developing and improving AI/ML products, platforms, or digital services that deliver measurable user and business value. Strategic mindset with the ability to turn insight into action, using evidence, data, and organisational priorities to shape plans, inform decisions, and drive successful outcomes. Excellent understanding of governance and risk management, with experience applying controls and standards across areas such as model risk, data governance, security, audit, and responsible or ethical AI. Commercial and operational leadership experience, including managing budgets, supplier performance, financial governance, and delivering cost-effective services or large-scale programmes that achieve value for money. About us. Here at National Highways, we manage and improve England's motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership. The Digital Services Directorate is helping to reshape the way National Highways operates by delivering digital, data, and technology services across all areas, from frontline to back office, in a modern and efficient manner. Our vision is to develop integrated information and technology that empowers our colleagues and provides real-time information to our customers, as well as integrating with intelligent vehicle and transport systems as they evolve, to enhance journey safety and reliability. External candidates will be offered a starting salary at the lower end of the pay scale, while current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. TPBN1_UKTJ

Building a sustainable tomorrow What if your next job wasn’t just another job? What if it brought more purpose, more growth, more balance – and more time for what really matters? BAM is where you can do your best work on projects that improve people’s lives. And it's also where you’ll find the freedom to grow, the support to thrive, and the chance to shape your career on your terms. BAM UK & Ireland is recruiting a Mobile Working Engineering Supervisor for it’s Facilities Management segment based out of Bedford. Reporting to the Contract Manager, you will be expected to take responsibility for the supervision and operational delivery of a number of schools As part of this role, you will be required to work flexible hours and complete a variety of tasks related to this role to ensure the continued smooth operation of the FM business. The role requires you to directly supervise operatives, work closely with clients, and effectively manage subcontractors and colleagues. You will be expected to demonstrate strong teamwork, clear communication, and the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships. We are seeking a multiskilled Working Supervisor with a plumbing/gas bias who can take ownership of a key client, act as the first point of contact for all queries, and oversee the raising and vetting of quotes. The successful candidate will also be responsible for delivering both PPMs and reactive maintenance while continuing to strengthen and develop the client relationship through proactive engagement and high‑quality service delivery, whilst attending client meetings with the contracts manager. Making Possible Overseeing and undertaking Planned Preventative Maintenance and completion of the appropriate paperwork and reports, whilst ensuring remedial actions are notified to the client and completed in a timely manner. Overseeing and undertaking reactive, emergency breakdowns tasks and minor project works, ensuring works are completed safely to regulations and including completion of the associated paperwork. Line management responsibility for a team of engineers and skilled operatives, ensuring that all staff complete required e‑learning and mandatory training and that training records are kept fully up to date. Working in partnership with the Helpdesk to ensure that resources are allocated correctly. Being on a call out escalation rota to provide the client with full out of hours cover. Assisting the team when required or as directed from the Contract Manager. Ensuring that all tasks are completed within the contractual time scales and works are audited where required. Review engineer‑completed RAMS to ensure they are thorough, accurately completed, and identify all relevant site hazards. Oversee and approve subcontractor RAMS in line with BAM’s contractor‑management procedures, ensuring all required documentation and supporting paperwork are completed and maintained. Ensure all site‑specific risk assessments are kept up to date, accurate, and fully reflective of current site conditions and activities. Proactively reduce energy consumption on site. Overseeing visiting sub-contractors with regards to standard of work and Health and Safety. Adopting a flexible attitude in relation to assisting on other properties within the BAM FM portfolio. Carrying out all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures. Understanding and completing all work related documentation accurately and on time. Undertake additional duties in line with capabilities as required. Complying with all Health and Safety policies and procedures. Carrying out work in a safe and diligent manner. Conduct routine audits on engineers to monitor performance and compliance, ensuring all audit outcomes are documented appropriately. Ensure that detailed records are created for the statutory testing, inspections and record keeping. Responsibility for the implementation of Health and Safety, quality, environmental system requirements ensuring compliance with all legislation and BAM FM policy and procedures. IND1 Your team BAM UK & Ireland is recruiting a Mobile Working Engineering Supervisor for it’s Facilities Management segment based out of Bedford. What’s in it for you? • Be part of a leading construction solutions provider with a reputation for excellence., • Work on innovative modular projects that make a real difference., • Enjoy a culture that values safety, teamwork, and career growth., • Competitive package with opportunities to progress within BAM., • Company van for work use only What do you bring to the role? Experience of electrical/mechanical maintenance, testing & fault finding on a variety of equipment including air conditioning, plumbing, boiler plant, ventilation, pumps, generators, switchgear, cables, batteries, small power and lighting (where applicable). Building Management System (BMS) Experience & Troubleshooting Experience of working within a mobile service delivery contract. Strong work ethic, honesty and reliability Confidence in working independently An understanding of Service Level Agreements (SLA’s), service targets and objectives and Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) and ability to interpret management information. Knowledge of Health & Safety and safe working practices. Excellent communication skills. Supervisory management experience (desirable) Proactive approach. Able to anticipate and/or diagnose and repair faults. Capable of completing essential paperwork in accurate and timely manner. Computer literate and competent in using electronic devices (Knowledge of Concept desirable) Full UK Drivers licence Excellent customer service skills Enhanced DBS check will be required Ability to understand and work to the BAM values Level 3 NVQ / Diploma – Industrial & Commercial Plumbing/Heating G3 unvented hot water qualifications Legionella responsible person ( Desirable ) IOSH Managing safely Domestic and Commercial gas ( Desirable ) About BAM Building a sustainable tomorrow. That’s our mission and our promise at BAM. It’s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe. We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We’re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics. The application process BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel we need to do something to make it more accessible to you, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you. "Join us in Making Possible

Senior Contract Officer Bedford | Permanent | £50k Join a world-class UK research and development facility at the forefront of aerospace and advanced engineering. From testing next-generation aircraft designs to delivering precision engineering solutions, this organisation partners with global industry leaders to push the boundaries of technology. We're looking for a commercially minded professional to join the team in Bedford as a Senior Contract Officer. This is a newly developed role, created to bring specialist commercial expertise into a growing business that operates within the defence sector. Working closely with the Head of Commercial, you'll be involved throughout the full sales lifecycle - from bids and proposals through to delivery and contract closure. You'll help negotiate and manage customer contracts, interpret complex terms and conditions, and bring order and clarity to challenging situations. What You'll Be Doing Shaping and reviewing commercial propositions for bids and proposals. Negotiating and supporting contracts with major defence sector customers. Providing commercial advice to delivery teams and senior stakeholders. Applying governance with good judgement (not just box-ticking). Supporting contract administration, reporting, and closure activities. What We're Looking For Experience in contracts, terms & conditions, or commercial management, ideally in the defence or technical sector. A curious, self-motivated mindset with strong problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work with senior stakeholders. Organised, collaborative, and able to simplify complex issues. Strong IT literacy (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). This is a chance to make a real impact in a specialist, growing team. You'll be working directly with senior leadership, gaining exposure to the full commercial lifecycle, and helping shape the way the company manages its customer contracts

Role: Graduate Operations Analyst Location: Bedford Salary: £35,000 + Benefits Hours: Monday – Friday Kick-start your career by solving real-world engineering problems. If you’re a graduate in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science or a related field and want to apply your skills beyond theory, this is a rare opportunity to step into a role where your ideas directly improve how a business operates What’s in it for you? Salary up to £35,000 Hands-on experience with automation and robotic systems Apply engineering and analytical thinking to real-world challenges High ownership from day one – your ideas will be implemented Clear progression as the business scales What you’ll be doing in this graduate operations analyst role! Analyse end-to-end operational systems to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks Use data to model, test and optimise warehouse and logistics performance Improve workflows across automated and robotic picking systems Investigate operational issues, identify root causes, and implement scalable solutions Build and maintain data models, dashboards, and performance trackers (Excel and beyond) Define KPIs and monitor system performance Work closely with operational teams to deploy and embed improvements Collaborate with external partners to enhance logistics performance What we’re looking for Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Maths or similar Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset Interest in systems optimisation, automation, or data-driven decision making Confident working with data (Excel essential; any coding is a bonus) Curious, proactive, and motivated to improve how things work Strong communication skills – able to translate data into action Why this role? This isn’t a traditional graduate role where you’re siloed or stuck doing repetitive tasks. You’ll be given real problems to solve — from optimising automated systems to improving operational efficiency at scale — with the autonomy to test ideas and see the direct impact of your work. If you enjoy thinking in systems, working with data, and building smarter ways of doing things, this role will give you the platform to do exactly that

Trainee AI Programmer – No Experience Needed Future-proof your career in Artificial Intelligence – starting today. Looking for a career change? Currently employed but want something better? Or maybe you're between jobs and ready for a fresh start? ITOL Recruit's AI Traineeship is designed to get you into one of the fastest-growing industries with zero experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first AI Engineer role in 1-3 months. Please note this is a training course and fees apply Job guaranteed - complete the programme and get a job or get your money back. Our candidates earn £30,000-£45,000. Why AI? AI is reshaping every industry you can think of. Healthcare, finance, retail, and manufacturing – they’re all scrambling for skilled professionals. The demand far outstrips supply, which means excellent salaries, flexible working arrangements, and genuine job security. How It Works Step 1 – AI Engineering Fundamentals Start with the basics of AI, including neural networks and large language models, to build a solid foundation in AI engineering. Step 2 – Data Fundamentals Understand the data workflow, from collection to cleaning, and learn how to prepare data for AI applications. Step 3 – Notebooks & IDEs Get hands-on with industry-standard tools like Jupyter Notebooks and VS Code to develop AI systems. Step 4 – Python Programming Master Python, covering everything from the basics to object-oriented programming (OOP). Step 5 – Python Streamlit Project Apply your Python skills by building a car price prediction app using Python and Streamlit. Step 6 – Python for Data Learn essential Python libraries like NumPy, Pandas, and Matplotlib for data manipulation and visualisation. Step 7 – AI Sentiment Analysis Project Work with Hugging Face to build a sentiment analysis classifier using real-world AI techniques. Step 8 – AI Prompt Engineering Master prompt engineering, learning how to craft effective prompts for controlling AI outputs. Step 9 – Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) Learn how to integrate external knowledge into AI systems using RAG techniques and vector databases. Step 10 – AI Specialised Customer Service Chatbot Project Combine prompt engineering and RAG to build an AI-powered customer service chatbot, delivering intelligent responses using vector databases and knowledge bases. Step 11 – Machine Learning Fundamentals Understand machine learning principles and algorithms, and how to train and test models using scikit-learn. Step 12 – Machine Learning Project Put your machine learning knowledge into practice with a hands-on project. Step 13 – AI & Data Ethics Study the ethical considerations in AI, including issues of bias, fairness, and data privacy. Step 14 – Oral Exam Complete a virtual oral exam to assess your understanding and ability to apply your learning. Step 15 – AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Finish with the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner course and exam to gain essential cloud computing knowledge. What You Get · 100% online, self-paced training · Microsoft AI-900 certification included · 1-to-1 tutor and recruitment support · Real-world project experience · Job guarantee – get a job or your money back · Starting salary of £30,000–£45,000 We Get You Hired! We're not new to this. ITOL Recruit has 15+ years of experience and has placed over 5,000 people into new roles. Our job programmes include certified tutors, UK-accredited qualifications, and one-on-one support from a recruitment adviser focused on placing you. We don't believe in empty promises. Complete our programme, follow the process, and if you don't land a job, you get your money back. "Five months from complete beginner to AI engineer. Best decision I ever made." – Jamie W., now working as a Junior AI Engineer in London Ready to Start? If you’re motivated, curious, and excited about technology, we’ll help you turn that into a career you can be proud of. Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps

Shift Engineer Bedfordshire (MK40) £48,000 + Regular Overtime & Call-Out-Payment Monday-Friday 3-Shift (6-2 / 2-10 / 10-6) + Weekend Call-Out Cover (£200 per weekend + X4 overtime hourly rate when called in) Do you want to work for a leading FMCG manufacturer that is making a huge investment in the factory over the next 5 years!? Due to this growth and new production lines being installed, they are looking to grow the engineering function with the addition of new shift engineers. Role & Responsibilities of a shift engineer: Provide electrical & mechanical support & repairs for all production equipment & site services Fixing production machinery, industrial processing equipment, conveyors, packaging machinery, automation & controls, PLC's, SCADA Systems, robots, site services, facilities Supporting the engineering shift managers with project work - new machine & production line installs PPM's, electrical & mechanical fault finding, problem solving, machine upgrades PLC - electrical fault finding Mechanical fabrication, fitting, machining & welding to make parts & repairs Work as part of a weekend call-out / standby rota when needed (£200 additional payments) Knowledge, Skills & Experience needed to be a shift engineer: Must be a multi-skilled engineer (electrical & mechanical) Apprenticeship trained or a time-served engineering with mechanical & electrical qualifications At least 4 years+ experience previously working in FMCG or packaging manufacturing Able to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment Strong electrical & mechanical fault finding & problem solving skills PLC - electrical fault finding - Siemens Experience of carrying out CI projects, new machine installations Experienced in planning & scheduling PPM work Must be happy covering a weekend call-out / standby cover when needed (additional payments) Mechanical fabrication, fitting, welding & machining skills beneficial If you do not get a response back on your application within 24-48 hours, please presume you are unsuccessful. If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'. Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors. Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

NOW HIRING: Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer - Bedford Location: Bedford Position: Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer Salary: £49,000 - £52,000 Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday Three shift Are you a skilled Maintenance Engineer looking to join a forward-thinking, automated distribution company in Bedford? Our client is a leader in their field, offering state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge automation. As they continue to grow, they are now looking to add a talented Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to their team. What You'll Be Doing: Carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance on high-tech automated systems and machinery Diagnosing faults and ensuring minimal downtime across all production and distribution operations Working as part of a supportive and skilled engineering team on three shift pattern What We're Looking For: Apprentice-trained in either Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Solid experience in a fast-paced industrial or automated environment Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills Ability to work both independently and collaboratively What's in It for You: A competitive £49000 salary minimum A modern, clean, and well-equipped working environment Continuous professional development and upskilling opportunities Be part of a growing, technology-driven company Ready to take your engineering career to the next level? Apply now to become part of this innovative team in the heart of Bedford

QA Engineer Ampthill, Bedfordshire | Permanent | On-site £40,000 - £45,000 + benefits 4-day working week (Monday-Thursday) with flexible hours We're looking for a Quality Assurance Engineer to join a growing engineering environment supporting complex, safety-critical programmes. This is a varied, hands-on quality role where you'll work across multiple projects, engaging with a wide range of engineering and operational stakeholders. If you enjoy being the go-to person for quality matters, influencing designs early, and driving issues through to resolution, this role offers real impact and visibility. What You'll Be Doing Act as the primary quality point of contact across multiple engineering projects Manage non-conformances end-to-end, including leading RCAs and implementing CAPAs Review and approve engineering and quality documentation Attend and contribute to design reviews, challenging and supporting design decisions Support bids and proposals, providing quality input and governance Work closely with engineering teams across mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing disciplines Engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure quality requirements are met What We're Looking For Essential experience Proven experience managing multiple tasks and projects with strong attention to detail Demonstrable experience in root cause analysis (RCCA) and driving effective corrective actions Strong stakeholder management skills, from shop floor to senior leadership Confident decision?maker who takes ownership and accountability Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and OutlookDesirable Experience with SAP (Quality module) Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g. ISO standards) Background in machining, electrical, or complex engineering environments Experience supporting bid or proposal work Security Clearance SC clearance required to start (or eligibility to hold SC clearance) Why Join? 4-day working week supporting work/life balance Exposure to a wide range of engineering programmes and technologies Opportunity to influence designs early and drive real quality improvements Supportive team structure with scope for development and progression Varied role - no two days are the same We're committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace. Applications are encouraged from all backgrounds, and reasonable adjustments can be made throughout the recruitment process if required

Process Development Technologist Sharnbrook Hybrid £34,000 - £50,000 Join one of six world class innovation hubs developing some of the world's most loved products. The site is home to the Advanced Prototype & Engineering Centre where every day is full of experiments of new formulations and production technologies We're looking for a hands-on Process Development Technologist to help turn breakthrough ideas into large scale, factory-ready products. What You'll Do * Work with formulators to take small lab batches and turn them into factory processes. * Write process specs and run manufacturing trials * Operate pilot plant machinery (mixing, batching, filling) * Produce test batches for consumer and clinical studies * Troubleshoot texture, processing and filling issues * Drive cost savings and explore new technologies What we're looking for: * Food Science, Chemical/Mechanical Engineering or similar background * Experience in FMCG, process engineering, or pilot plant operations * Practical, hands-on approach and strong problem-solving skills What you'll get: Hybrid working pattern Internal development that's taken seriously! Progression opportunities Salary £35,000 - £50,000 DOE Private Medical Discounted platform Bonus Up to 25 days holiday Up to 25% pension If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'. Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors. Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

Warehouse Supervisor £38,000 - £45,000 per annum (DOE) Kempston, Bedford Full time | Permanent | 40 hours per week Monday to Friday Do you have strong experience managing warehouse operations? Are you confident working in a fast-paced engineering or industrial environment? Attega Group is working on behalf of our client as their in-house recruitment provider. We are currently recruiting for a Warehouse Supervisor to join their team. The main purpose of this Warehouse Supervisor role is to oversee the efficient day-to-day running of the warehouse, ensuring stock, deliveries, and materials are accurately managed and ready to support engineering operations. In return, our client is offering a salary of up to £38,000 - £45,000 P/A, depending on experience. Company benefits also include: Company pension Career progression opportunities Supportive team environment This role is full-time and permanent. The hours of work will be 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday: 06:00 - 15:00. Reporting to the Operations Manager, your responsibilities will include: Overseeing daily warehouse and yard operations Managing incoming deliveries, checking and allocating stock Preparing materials and consumables for upcoming jobs Building job-specific pallets for engineers Maintaining stock levels of consumables, spare parts, and PPE Ensuring accurate system updates and inventory records Liaising with engineers, procurement, and operations teams Managing returned materials and minimising waste Maintaining warehouse organisation, cleanliness, and safety Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards Coordinating equipment testing, certification, and maintenance The ideal candidate: 5+ years’ experience in warehouse operations or supervision Strong organisational and inventory management skills Experience working within engineering or industrial environments (desirable) Forklift licence (essential or highly desirable) Strong communication and teamwork skills Proactive, hands-on approach with problem-solving ability Good understanding of health & safety compliance IT literate across Microsoft Office and stock management systems For more information on our Warehouse Supervisor role, please contact Craig in the Attega Group offices today

Defence Quality Engineer This role is inside IR35, and candidates will be required to work via an Umbrella Company. Seeking an Aerospace Quality Engineer full-time (37.5 hours per week) for a 12-month+ project near Milton Keynes, England. Flexible working options including 4 day week. Job Summary: We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Quality Engineer to support a range of projects across our customers' organisation. The role will play a critical part in ensuring that quality standards are consistently met, maintained, and improved throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will act as a key point of contact for all quality-related matters, working closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, and project management. You will be responsible for identifying, managing, and resolving quality issues, ensuring compliance with internal procedures and external standards. This is a dynamic position requiring the ability to manage competing priorities, influence stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced environment. Job Responsibility Act as the primary point of contact for all quality-related issues across multiple concurrent projects. Manage non-conformances from identification through to resolution, ensuring timely and effective closure. Lead and facilitate Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations, ensuring robust analysis and sustainable solutions. Review and approve technical and quality documentation in line with company and regulatory requirements. Participate in design reviews, providing quality input to ensure risks are identified and mitigated early in the development process. Support bid and proposal activities by contributing quality-related content, ensuring alignment with customer and regulatory expectations. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement. Monitor quality performance metrics and provide insights and recommendations to drive improvements. Ensure compliance with applicable standards, procedures, and customer requirements throughout all project phases. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Experience maintaining and developing control plans ensuring that process controls are robust, preventing nonconforming products from reaching the customer. Proven ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks and projects simultaneously while maintaining high attention to detail. Confidence in engaging with stakeholders at all levels, from shop floor to senior management, across a variety of technical and non-technical backgrounds. Strong decision-making capability, with a willingness to take ownership and accountability for resolving issues through to completion. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex information. High level of proficiency in IT systems, including Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). Experience with SAP Quality module is desirable but not essential. Demonstrable experience in conducting root cause analysis and implementing effective corrective and preventive actions is essential. Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g. ISO standards) would be advantageous

Our Client is an increasingly expanding national consultancy with multidisciplinary expertise in a range of disciplines across noise, air quality and sustainability. Due to a continual increase in service demand, an experienced Senior Acoustic Consultant with a mixed background in environmental and buildings acoustics is required to further develop the noise arm and contribute to several exciting and challenging projects throughout London is major residential and mixed use schemes. Qualifications Qualified to degree level in Acoustics/Noise and vibration Experience Proven relevant acoustic consutlancy experience gained working on large scale projects Good written, verbal and presentation skills Be numerate, literate and familiar with IT and software appropriate to the project tasks Good working knowledge of all relevant codes of practice and industry standards An ability to communicate effectively Be commercially aware Be highly motivated, conscientious and diligent with attention to detail Flexible and prepared to take on a new challenge. Duties To undertake acoustic input to environmental planning and building design engineering projects Attend design team meetings and advise architects and engineers on design issues relating to acoustics, noise and vibration. Assist with business development activities and client relationship management. Resolve complex acoustical engineering issues assuring compliance with statutory bodies Contribute to group expansion and develop and maintain business through networking, contact nurturing and presentations Benefits Comprehensive benefits package Competitive salary Career progression Challenging portfolio of high profile projects across the globe For more information or for further vacancies within the Acoustic sector please contact Amir Gharaati of Penguin Recruitment directly on (phone number removed). Alternatively you can email your CV in and we'll call you back. Emails to: (url removed)

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading power protection solutions provider, known for its commitment to technical excellence and professional development, to recruit a UPS Engineer to cover The South of England. This strategically important UPS Engineer role comes with a competitive salary of up £50,000, overtime, company vehicle, private healthcare, pension, and excellent holiday entitlement. If you're a UPS Engineer looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity, customer satisfaction, and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the UPS Service Engineer role Reporting to the Technical Manager, you will: Start up, maintain, and carry out emergency repairs on Start up, maintain, and carry out emergency repairs on, Batteries, Power distribution equipment, and Site monitoring systems Diagnose and repair faults using clients' technical drawings when necessary Provide technical recommendations to clients and colleagues Produce and follow site-specific risk assessments and method statements. Ensure continuous communication with the service direction team Accurately complete all company and customer paperwork and administration. Work independently and manage your own schedule and workload Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: Previous field service experience in UPS, switchgear, IPS, SCADA, or related power/electrical sectors. Qualified Electrician/Electrical Engineer (Level 3/4 or above - HNC, HND, NVQ preferred). Strong technical knowledge and problem-solving skills in electrical/electronic engineering. Competence with electrical measuring equipment and tools. Full, clean UK driving licence. Personal skills The UPS Engineer role would suit someone who is: Highly customer-focused, with strong communication skills. Commercially aware and able to recognise opportunities. Willing to travel and stay away from home (typically one week per month). Honest, reliable, and able to work with integrity. A strong team player who shares knowledge and supports colleagues. Salary and benefits of the Field Service Engineer role Competitive base salary + overtime Fully expensed hybrid company car or van Private pension scheme with generous company contribution.· Private healthcare scheme. Discretionary bonus (linked to performance). 23 days' holiday + bank holidays + Christmas shutdown Full training on the latest UPS technology. On-call and working-away allowances. Company laptop and mobile phone. INDPOW Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful

Class 2 HGV Driver – Dray / Manual Role Bedford (MK41) 48 hours per week | Mainly Monday–Friday Permanent Role £19ph or £21.29ph with holiday rolled into hourly rate Looking for a stable HGV role with real perks? This is a hands-on dray driving role for Class 2 drivers who enjoy physical work, heavy lifting, and being part of a professional team. Why Drivers Stay * Work for a global brand with long-term stability * Regular bonuses on top of pay * Product allowance – alcohol & soft drinks * Life insurance and enhanced holidays * Pension contribution, 24/7 GP access & high street discounts * Supportive team culture and clear career path This is not a desk job — you’ll be unloading stock, supporting Driver’s Mates, and making deliveries on local and regional routes. If you’re a driver who likes being active, this is the role for you. The Role as a HGV Class 2 Driver: * Drive Class 2 vehicles (up to 26 tonnes) * Complete dray deliveries involving manual handling and heavy lifting * Assist Driver’s Mates with unloading where needed * Deliver safely, efficiently, and professionally * Use local knowledge to plan routes and hit deadlines * Follow all health & safety regulations Working Hours * 48 hours per week * Mainly Monday–Friday * Flexibility to work 5 days out of 7 What We’re Looking For * Valid Class 2 (Category C) licence * Driver CPC qualification * Comfortable with physical work & heavy lifting * Professional, customer-focused, reliable * Knowledge of local area is an advantage What’s in It For You * Permanent, stable employment * Hands-on, physical dray work that keeps you active * Excellent benefits and career progression * Supportive team environment Apply now to Grace or Ella, vacancies are being filled quickly and early applications are strongly encouraged. Zoom are an established employment agency in our 14th year specialising in supply to the logistics, manufacturing and engineering sectors we are always recruiting talented and professional Operatives, Warehouse, Forklift, Drivers, HGV. TEXT DM Bedford to (phone number removed) or Call (phone number removed) or EMAIL direct or alternatively apply online. HGV / LGV / HGV 2 / Class 2 / LGV 2 / HGV 1 / LGV 1 / Class 1 / ADR / HIAB / Driver

Supplier Quality Engineer Ampthill, Bedfordshire, UK £43,000-£55,000 p/a + BUPA, bonus, benefits 37.5 hours per week + 4 Day Work Week option Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements. We are seeking a proven Supplier Quality Engineer to cover a Fixed Term of 12 months in support of a surge in Manufacturing & Production across several very busy defence programmes. You will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and reporting on all supplier quality activities to ensure materials, components, and services meet contractual, regulatory, and company requirements. The role covers raw materials, packaging materials, GMP service providers, contract manufacturers, laboratories, and sub-tier suppliers. The successful candidate will ensure supplier performance, compliance, and continuous improvement across the supply chain. Key Responsibilities Supplier Quality Management Lead and manage supplier quality activities to ensure compliance with purchase orders, contracts, and applicable standards. Maintain oversight of supplier approvals and ensure certifications remain current. Review, challenge, and approve new supplier capability requests and accreditations. Nonconformance & Corrective Action Control and manage supplier nonconforming materials. Conduct root cause analysis and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions are implemented. Monitor and verify the effectiveness of corrective measures against defined reliability and compliance standards. Quality Systems & Compliance Develop, apply, and maintain quality evaluation and control systems for materials and product processing. Prepare, maintain, and review procurement quality assurance procedures. Ensure documentation complies with customer and/or government requirements. Auditing & Supplier Oversight Perform source inspections and validation activities. Conduct audits of third-party manufacturers, special processes, and sub-tier suppliers. Participate in vendor selection and due diligence processes. Maintain effective feedback loops with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure requirements are clearly defined and communicated to suppliers. Translate technical and quality requirements into measurable supplier standards.Required skills, qualifications and experience : Previous experience in a supplier quality engineering role or similar industry environment preferred. Suitable for a Quality Engineer or Quality Inspector seeking progression into supplier quality engineering. Experience working in a regulated or high-pressure environment. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word). SAP experience managing quality notifications desirable but not essential. Lean and/or Six Sigma certification advantageous.Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by Optamor Limited. Optamor is a specialist Recruitment Process Outsourcing provider. We provide a flexible full recruitment solution which takes care of all recruitment requirements from planning to on-boarding. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change

Excellent opportunity for an experienced Plant Fitter to join a well-established company based in Bedford From £36,000 a year-Full-time Location: Bedford, MK42 Benefits: Company pension, private medical insurance, canteen, on-site parking Job description This is an opportunity for a Qualified Plant Fitter to join the team. Your responsibilities will include: Servicing, repairing and maintenance of utility winches, trenchless utility equipment and other small to medium sized items of plant. Take a lead role in preparing equipment for demonstrations. Operate our equipment occasionally. Work predominately inhouse and occasionally onsite as required. Provide support and mentoring for less experienced Plant Fitters. Perform pre-delivery inspections on new and used equipment. Experience essential for this role: You must be a Fully qualified and experienced Plant Fitter with an engineering background. NVQ or City & Guilds in a form of engineering. Previous experience maintaining, diagnosing and repairing faults with a variety of plant both mechanical, electrical and pneumatics. Full UK Driving Licence. Welding experience Flexible and self-motivated. Able to work as part of a team, supporting colleagues Good literacy, communication and IT skills If you have the relevant skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need. TPBN1_UKTJ

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role will be part of our BlueBear Business in Bedfordshire. This Electronics Engineer position will work in the electronics design and prototyping department, performing key electronics designs in support of larger projects and guiding of electronic engineers within the team. This role is suited to a person with extensive experience in detailed electronic design, strong knowledge of safety- and mission-critical development environments, including DO-254 compliance and controlled design documentation processes. Key Responsibilities: Technical Design Execution: Own and drive electronics hardware designs for specific sub-systems or assemblies, implementing full design lifecycle from requirements capture through to production release. Perform detailed design activities for digital, mixed-signal, embedded systems. Provide detailed review and approval of schematics, PCB layouts, component selection, and detailed design documentation. Action discrete design tasks, across PCB layout, circuit simulation, wiring harness designs. Contribute to the ongoing development of automated testing and DfM across PCBAs and wiring harnesses. Design Standardisation & Quality Governance: Develop and produce detailed design documentation for electronics sub-assemblies. Following internal standards and industry standards such as DO-254. Maintain design assurance processes and verification traceability across safety-critical electronics developments. Project & Stakeholder Coordination: Work cross-functionally with Systems Engineering, Software, Mechanical, Test, and Programme Management teams to ensure aligned delivery. Support system level development, through cost estimation, design planning, and reporting to internal team members. Ensure your workloads, priorities, project risks, and dependencies are managed effectively to meet schedule commitments. Qualifications and Skills: Essential: 3-4 years experience in electronics hardware design across digital and mixed signal systems Experience applying and designing to industry standards At least 1 year of wiring and PCB rework experience. Significant expertise in detailed electronics hardware design. Detailed understanding of the electronics manufacturing processes Excellent attention to detail. Process driven, ability to read detailed internal processes to ensure adherence. Excellent time management/prioritisation skills Highly organised and able to work multi projects in fast paced environment Adaptable personality with professional approach Good verbal and written communication skills Excellent organisation skills Conscientious, with a proactive work ethic Desirable: Experience of interfacing with subcontractors Experience writing VHDL or Verilog Experience writing embedded C and Python Subject to UK MoD security clearance vetting to a minimum SC level As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview

Salary Circa £48k-£50k depending on skills and experience + Car Allowance Permanent, Full time, 37 hours with flexibility for part time Location: Bedford and surrounding area Based - Travel across the Anglian Water region may be required Hybrid working - Expectation is 2/3 days a week on site, 2/3 from home Private health care Double-matched pension (21% total) Virtual GP service Life assurance at 8 times salary Join Anglian Water as a Project Engineer - Maintenance Delivery! Are you an experienced engineer looking to make a significant impact in the water industry? Anglian Water is seeking a dedicated and skilled Project Engineer to join our growing Maintenance Delivery team and help ensure the efficient delivery of capital programmes across our Water Supply assets. About the Role: As a Project Engineer, you will play a key role in enabling and coordinating project delivery while ensuring compliance with CDM regulations, technical specifications, operational requirements, and stakeholder needs. You will work closely with operational colleagues, delivery teams, programme management, and other stakeholders to drive efficient project execution. Key Responsibilities: Capital Maintenance Delivery: Support the end-to-end capital delivery process, ensuring maximum risk reduction and value for expenditure. Programme Delivery: Coordinate and support the execution of regional maintenance programmes, ensuring accurate asset data management and monthly reporting. Stakeholder Engagement: Proactively engage with all stakeholders, ensuring the accuracy of project data and capturing efficiency data. Health and Safety: Complete and comply with all operational site H&S requirements, undertake H&S audits, and produce CDM documentation. Safer Every Day: Drive a culture of continuous improvement in Health & Safety, ensuring consistent H&S standards are maintained. Qualifications & Experience: Appropriate engineering qualification (Electrical or Mechanical) Knowledge of Health & Safety and CDM regulations Strong IT literacy and commercial acumen Experience managing a capital budget and resource planning Experience within the water or wastewater environment (desirable not essential) Skills & Behaviours: Excellent stakeholder and customer management skills Strong and adaptable communication skills Ability to manage and prioritise workloads to meet tight deadlines Resilient to feedback and challenge As a valued employee, you'll be entitled to: Personal private health care including physiotherapy 24-hour Virtual GP service for you and your household 26 days annual leave - rising with length of service Competitive pension scheme - Anglian Water double-matches your contributions up to 6% (resulting in a combined contribution of 18%) Business use of company van plus access to tools and all uniform and PPE Bonus scheme Flexible benefits and working culture to support your wellbeing and lifestyle. Life Assurance at 8 times your salary Personal Accident cover - up to 5 times your salary Lots of great discounts! Paid time off when you're physically and mentally unwell An excellent Family Leave package - to help you support your family including enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave policies. Flexible working hours considered (reviewed on an individual basis) Closing date: 24/05/26 #loveeverydrop TPBN1_UKTJ