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Role: 1 Line IT Service Desk Engineer Onsite: 5 days Contract Role: 3 months Location: Bolton Salary/Package: £140pd - £180 pd - PAYE About the job Our client are the UK's largest independent provider of high-quality special needs education, empowering every child to thrive through personalised learning and opportunity. They are looking for a dedicated and customer-focused 1st Line IT Service Desk Engineer to join their Central IT Team. You'll provide responsive, high-quality technical support across our offices and schools ensuring colleagues are equipped with the tools they need to deliver exceptional outcomes for the children and young people we support. Key Responsibilities • Act as the first point of contact for all IT-related queries across the organisation, • Respond to and resolve incidents and service requests, providing timely updates to users, • Escalate complex issues to 2nd Line Engineers or the IT Service Desk Manager, • Accurately log and document incidents, requests, and resolutions, • Support users with hardware and software troubleshooting, • Configure and maintain user accounts and permissions, • Install, set up, and support applications across user devices, • Provide printer, laptop, mobile device, and tablet support, • Assist with connectivity and hardware across remote sites, • Contribute to and maintain internal knowledge base articles, • Identify opportunities for process improvements and enhanced efficiency, • Engage positively with colleagues across OFG, supporting a collaborative IT culture Experience, Skills & Qualifications Essential • Strong customer service skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally, • Working knowledge of hardware, software, and operating system support, • Ability to diagnose basic technical faults and resolve issues methodically, • Ability to prioritise workload, work under pressure, and meet deadlines, • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, • Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks, • Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, • 1-2 years' experience in a 1st line support or technical service desk role, • Experience with Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Azure, or cloud-based solutions, • Basic understanding of networking, virtualisation, or IT security, • Experience supporting hardware/software across various devices, • Familiarity with Jamf or Microsoft Intune, • Knowledge of ITIL principles Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information. Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

Machine Learning Engineer – Edge Deployment / Integration Remote (UK) | Client Travel Building models is one thing. Getting them to run reliably on real hardware is where it gets interesting. You’ll take advanced ML models and make them work in constrained, real-world environments — often on edge devices where compute, power and latency are all limited. This is applied ML engineering: Deploying models onto embedded / edge hardware Optimising inference (TensorRT, quantisation, compression) Working closely with customers to integrate into real systems The work is hands-on, varied and close to deployment — not stuck in experimentation. You’ll likely bring: Strong experience with PyTorch / TensorFlow Experience deploying models to edge or hardware-constrained systems Familiarity with tools like TensorRT or similar optimisation frameworks Ability to work with customers and adapt solutions to real-world constraints Remote (UK) + client site work Eligible for SC/DV If you enjoy making ML actually work outside of ideal environments - this is worth a look.

Electrical Inspector\n\n12 month contract\n\nBased in Bolton\n\nOffering £28.35ph Inside IR35\n\nDo you have experience as an Electrical Inspector?\n\nDo you hold Electrical/Electronics trade qualifications?\n\nDo you want to work with an industry-leading company?\n\nIf your answers are yes to these, then this could be the role for you!\n\nAs the Electrical Inspector, 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!\n\nYou will be involved in:\n\nResponsible for all elements necessary to achieve and maintain the quality of deliverable hardware\nCertification of product in line with processes and procedures\nExamining for correct assembly including verifying all forms of electrical connections\nExamining the finish of all parts\nInspect for physical damage\nInspection checks for non-product certification activities\nRaise and maintain relevant data records/non-conformance reports\nProduce relevant inspection/quality control documentation/history sheets\nMaintain product certification and approval via regular audits\nEnsure compliance with all associated procedures applicable to the manufacturing process \n\nYour skillest may include:\n\nMaintain a safe working environment\nMaintain a good housekeeping policy\nFormal technical engineering/craft apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3/TR23/TR21 or HNC\nExperience as a skilled person.\nIPC 610 & IPC 620 certified/trained\nManual handling training\nESD Training \n\nIf this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further!\n\nElectrical Inspector\n\n12 month contract\n\nBased in Bolton\n\nOffering £28.35ph Inside IR35\n\nDisclaimer:\n\nThis vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. 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

Machine Learning Engineer – Edge Deployment / Integration Remote (UK) | Client Travel Building models is one thing. Getting them to run reliably on real hardware is where it gets interesting. You’ll take advanced ML models and make them work in constrained, real-world environments — often on edge devices where compute, power and latency are all limited. This is applied ML engineering: Deploying models onto embedded / edge hardware Optimising inference (TensorRT, quantisation, compression) Working closely with customers to integrate into real systems The work is hands-on, varied and close to deployment — not stuck in experimentation. You’ll likely bring: Strong experience with PyTorch / TensorFlow Experience deploying models to edge or hardware-constrained systems Familiarity with tools like TensorRT or similar optimisation frameworks Ability to work with customers and adapt solutions to real-world constraints Remote (UK) + client site work Eligible for SC/DV If you enjoy making ML actually work outside of ideal environments - this is worth a look.

IT SUPPORT ENGINEER / TECHNICIAN. To be considered you must ideally be Degree Educated within IT / Computing and have at least 2/3 years hands on IT / Infrastructure Support experience delivering expert – level technical support and troubleshooting for complex hardware, software and network challe

Commercial Lead Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely. We have anexceptionally rare opportunityfor a resilientCommercial Lead to join a leading international organisation with operations across theUK, UAE, China, Europe, and US. Our client specialises inlaptops, desktops, servers, and networking equipment, championing thecircular economy through innovative and sustainable IT solutions. Were seeking astrategic and commercially minded leaderwho combines negotiation expertise with strong supplier management skills, someone ready to take ownership at a senior level, drive global strategy, and gain recognition and reward on an international stage. Main Responsibilities for the successfulCommercial Lead: As Commercial Lead, you will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of IT hardware worldwide. You will oversee the full purchasing and sales cycle, from sourcing and procurement to sales and lifecycle management, driving profitability, efficiency, and strategic growth. • Lead the development and expansion of supplier networks in the United States while strengthening and maintaining strategic relationships in the UK, EU, UAE, and China., • Negotiate with vendors, suppliers, and corporate clients to secure competitive pricing, availability, and quality, ensuring mutually beneficial agreements., • Develop, implement, and maintain clear process plans for procurement, deployment, and lifecycle management of IT assets., • Oversee budgets of £1 million or more, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and cost-effective procurement., • Manage B2B relationships, fostering strong partnerships with suppliers and corporate clients to support business growth., • Monitor market trends, emerging technologies, and demand cycles to inform purchasing decisions and drive continuous improvement., • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure IT solutions meet operational requirements and align with organizational objectives., • Lead, coach, and motivate a small team to deliver consistent, measurable procurement performance and support professional development., • Evaluate product specifications, including CPUs, models, screen types, and demand cycles to ensure accurate forecasting and purchasing efficiency., • Oversee the procurement of enterprise-grade equipment, including servers, RAID systems, SAS drives, switches, and racks., • Ensure full compliance with WEEE, export, and data-bearing device regulations, upholding the highest standards of sustainability, security, and accountability., • Proven commercial experiencein IT hardware, including laptops, desktops, servers, and networking equipment., • Strong technical understandingof IT products, configurations, and lifecycle management., • Experience in procurement and sales cycles, with a track record of managing large., • B2B expertise, including vendor negotiations, supplier management, and building corporate client relationships., • Strategic mindset, able to develop and implement process plans, forecast demand, and drive continuous improvement., • Leadership experience, with the ability to lead, coach, and motivate a small team to deliver high performance., • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, approachable and professional, able to influence stakeholders at all levels., • Analytical and results-driven, capable of evaluating market trends, product specifications, and purchasing efficiency., • Flexible and adaptable, comfortable working in a fast-paced, global environment across multiple regions and contacts in USA., • Salary starts £50,000 +depending on experience, • Generous performance-based bonus scheme, • Monday to Friday Hybrid working, with preference for on-site presence., • Clear progression planfor professional and career growth within a key industry sector., • Support for continued education and professional development., • Dynamic, fast-growing international environment., • Pension, holiday allowance, and insurance cover. Paradigm Employment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bolton Join the Land Ceptor team and work to support the British Army in realising the full potential of its latest Ground Based Air Defence capability and tailoring this capability for the needs of emerging export customers. In either case, you'll be building on world-class design: incorporating new ideas, functionality and technology to deliver to our customers. Salary: Circa £48,000-£53,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship . Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more... Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: As part of the Physical Systems Design & Certification team, you will help manage the overall physical functionality and certification of the in-service system while supporting the evolution of the weapon system for future customers. What we're looking for from you: A highly motivated self-starter who can work both independently and as part of a team on a number of varied tasks A good understanding of systems engineering principles, processes and practices An appreciation of requirements engineering at System, Subsystem or Component level Knowledge associated with the design and build of hardware Awareness of test procedures required to verify products and the gathering of evidence to enable certification (experience working with defence standards, Mil Spec, etc. ideal, especially environmental and EMC) Experience preparing and conducting ground trials and gathering evidence from physical activities would be advantageous Confidence in presenting technical engineering information and promoting decision making Experience of technical report writing and use of configuration management tools A Logical approach to problem solvingWhat's in it for you? The opportunity to be instrumental in the evolution of the Land Ceptor system for both UK and export customers The ability to grow your career within a wide engineering sphere with an exposure to all stages of the engineering product lifecycle A challenging and varied scope of work with a good mix of short and long term objectives Opportunities for short term UK and European travel You will be responsible for defining, reporting and managing the workload in this areaOur company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more... We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. #LI-KF1

Role: 1st Line IT Service Desk Engineer Onsite: 5 days Contract Role: 3 months Location: Bolton Salary/Package: £140pd - £180 pd - PAYE About the job Our client are the UK's largest independent provider of high-quality special needs education, empowering every child to thrive through personalised learning and opportunity. They are looking for a dedicated and customer‑focused 1st Line IT Service Desk Engineer to join their Central IT Team. You'll provide responsive, high‑quality technical support across our offices and schools ensuring colleagues are equipped with the tools they need to deliver exceptional outcomes for the children and young people we support. Key Responsibilities Act as the first point of contact for all IT-related queries across the organisation Respond to and resolve incidents and service requests, providing timely updates to users Escalate complex issues to 2nd Line Engineers or the IT Service Desk Manager Accurately log and document incidents, requests, and resolutions Support users with hardware and software troubleshooting Configure and maintain user accounts and permissions Install, set up, and support applications across user devices Provide printer, laptop, mobile device, and tablet support Assist with connectivity and hardware across remote sites Contribute to and maintain internal knowledge base articles Identify opportunities for process improvements and enhanced efficiency Engage positively with colleagues across OFG, supporting a collaborative IT culture Experience, Skills & Qualifications Essential Strong customer service skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally Working knowledge of hardware, software, and operating system support Ability to diagnose basic technical faults and resolve issues methodically Ability to prioritise workload, work under pressure, and meet deadlines Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks Excellent interpersonal and problem‑solving skills Working knowledge of Microsoft applications and service desk systemsDesirable 1-2 years' experience in a 1st line support or technical service desk role Experience with Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Azure, or cloud-based solutions Basic understanding of networking, virtualisation, or IT security Experience supporting hardware/software across various devices Familiarity with Jamf or Microsoft Intune Knowledge of ITIL principles Working towards or holding a relevant IT qualificationINDIT Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information. Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position

Our Territory Sales Representatives are vital for our business to grow. You will need to build strong relationships with existing and potential new account holders to gain new accounts through a variety of methods in order to achieve and exceed targets. It is down to our Territory Sales Representatives to ensure that the account base across each of the depots continues to consistently grow and give new customers a full understanding of the Howdens model and how this benefits them. You will collaborate with the Business Developers and Kitchen Sales Designers to convert sales, ensuring a higher sale per account and more frequent trading is achieved from the account base. You will actively participate in sales meetings chaired by the Lead Sales Representative to Share best demonstrable practices with other Territory Sales Representatives in the Area Our Territory Sales Representatives have a lot of autonomy within the role. You will be seeking new business opportunities where you see fit whilst organising your own diary to develop the customer base in each depot within the territory. Skills and attributes you need to be a successful Territory Sales Representative: Influencing and sales skills Customer-focused Strong communicator Results driven Prioritise own workload Flexible and approachable Thrive in fast-paced environments Be a Howdens Ambassador Full UK driving license What you get from us as a Territory Sales Representative: Competitive salary Company Vehicle Monthly depot bonus OTE Team incentives and outings Competitive Pension Plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%. Staff discount on Howdens products Buy as you earn share scheme About Howdens: Howdens Joinery is the UK's number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe - making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda. There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For. How to apply: When you apply, you will need to attach a CV. If this is your first time applying for a role with us, you will need to activate your account when you apply for this role. Please check your email carefully to ensure that you have completed this step. We are unable to view your application if you have not activated your account. Good luck with your application. Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you. Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding. #LI-LO1 #CVL INDTSR #Reed

Bolton This is a fantastic opportunity within the Digital Services and Solutions Procurement team to deliver Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) to the Digital Excellence team in the UK. The opportunity is to embed yourself within the Digital Services and Solutions Procurement team, a Domain of c. 30 people across the UK, France and Italy, covering key spend areas such as software (SaaS, Engineering & Manufacturing, Enterprise), Hardware, Services, Networks and Cyber. Salary: Circa £55,000 - £65,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more... Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: This team forms part of a wider international Indirect Procurement team of c. 80 people. The UK Supplier n Relationship Manager in Digital Services and Solutions Procurement will be a trusted member of the management team and will be entrusted to focus on SRM delivery across this critical Domain, enabling and developing key supplier/stakeholder relationships and contracts. Our supply partners range from critical locally based service providers to international European or US software providers. The UK Supplier Relationship Manager will work closely with the Group Supplier Relationship Manager and manage the over-arching strategy for SRM with key target vendor and contract relationships, setting ownership, and developing key relationships in the UK. The successful candidate will communicate across wider Indirect Procurement to co-operate internationally, and help up-skill and empower our teams. What we're looking for from you: Senior procurement experience / SRM professional, MCIPS qualified or studying for MCIPS, with extensive experience of dealing with senior internal and external collaborators to board level. Able to lead and influence SRM strategies in differing contexts and services, preferably IT. Knowledge required of contracts and contract law, able to develop and draft SRM schedules, SLAs and critical metrics or performance schedules. Able to apply and carry out contract terms. Able to handle and develop contracts over the contract lifecycle ready for renewal or competition. Excellent written and communicating skills - able to lead independently and make recommendations on strategy. Excellent soft skills and emotional intelligence. A great teammate - ready to champion and mentor our teams, ensuring suppliers and stakeholders are positively engaged, seeking positive outcomes. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more... We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. #LI-LA1