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Design Manager - Water Industry Location: Manchester / Hybrid Contract: 12 month contract Rate: £355 to £445 per day (outside IR35) An established engineering and construction contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Design Engineer to support the delivery of civil design solutions across regulated clean and wastewater projects in the UK. This is a contract opportunity suited to candidates with strong technical capability, leadership experience, and a background in the water sector. The Projects you'll be working on Varied projects across the UK water industry, including: Designs of UMON 3 and 4 upgrades at sewage treatment works nationwide Designs of clean water main replacements nationwide Key Responsibilities Manage, direct and develop engineers, CAD technicians and graduates. Grow the design team and maintain a positive ethos and attitude within the team. Lead the design process on multidisciplinary water industry projects. Challenge, improve and shape formal processes and procedures for design team and ensure work is undertaken using them. Identify and implement appropriate software packages, and drive the use of BIM and 3D modelling where necessary. Ensure team produce design deliverables that satisfy safety and quality requirements and are fully integrated. Required Qualifications & Experience 10 years' experience working in the engineering design industry in a regulated sector such as: Rail, Water, Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Highways, Bridges. Graduate, HND or significant experience from Technician level Good level of IT skills Preferred Qualifications & Experience Experience in regulated water industry. Track record managing multidisciplinary design teams and projects Knowledge of Engineering Drawing Practices Experience building junior teams and capability of junior staff Chartered engineer or working towards chartership. How to Apply If you have extensive experience working in Water Industry as a Design Manager and are looking for your next contract role, please apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion TPBN1_UKTJ

Senior Java Engineer Modern Stack | TDD & CI/CD | Complex Systems Remote First (office visit once a month) - you must live within 1hr 30 of South Manchester £60,000 - £70,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits **my client is not able to provide sponsorship We're working with a long-established tech company who are continuing to modernise a complex platform within a highly regulated domain. They've built a strong engineering culture around Agile and XP practices, and they're now looking for a Senior Java Engineer to join one of their Scrum teams. This is a role for someone who is genuinely hands-on, enjoys solving tricky problems, and cares about building software the right way - clean code, testing, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The Opportunity You'll join a cross-functional team working on large-scale systems that have real-world impact. Engineering standards are taken seriously here, but it's not dogmatic - it's practical, delivery-focused, and built around doing things sustainably. The Senior role is almost entirely hands-on, but they're looking for someone with the experience and maturity to: **mentor other engineers **lead by example **contribute to good engineering practices **help the team deliver reliably Tech Stack & Practices The core platform is Java-based, supported by a modern mix of tooling: **Java, Spring Boot **TDD / automated testing **CI/CD and modern delivery pipelines **AWS (including serverless approaches in places) **Docker, Kubernetes **Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, etc.) You don't need to tick every box - strong Java + good engineering habits are the priority. Exposure to AWS and DevOps tooling is a nice bonus. What They're Looking For **Strong experience building backend systems with Java & Spring Boot **Comfortable working with TDD and modern engineering practices **Experience delivering production software in Agile teams **Someone who enjoys mentoring and helping others grow **Collaborative mindset - pairing, code reviews, shared ownership **Bonus points for AWS, Docker/Kubernetes, Terraform, etc. What's In It For You? **Remote-first working with minimal office travel **Strong salary, bonus and excellent benefits **A genuinely good engineering culture (not just "Agile" on paper) **Meaningful work, complex systems, and long-term platform thinking **Plenty of room to learn and grow Interested? Apply now or get in touch for more info - even if you don't have a CV ready, we're happy to chat. Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Layout Design Engineer Location: Salford Type: Permanent Staff Salary: £62,145.96 - £68,340.96 Morson Edge are working in partnership with SP Electricity North West who are responsible for delivering power to over five million people. They're champions of the North West and are proud that it's their electricity network that connects communities and helps keep the electricity flowing every minute of every day, from when you wake up to when you fall asleep and all the hours in between. A key part of the UK's journey to net zero carbon is the revolution of their electricity industry to enable clean, green economic growth. As the North West's electricity network operator, it's their responsibility to lead the way, help the region decarbonise and pave the way for the growth of renewable energy and a sustainable energy future for all. In December 2024, SP ENWL were proud to be named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said they punched above their weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry's most difficult challenges. Come and be part of the team and make a difference. The Role: Electrical Layout Designer for Capital Projects on DNO systems up to and including 132kV, producing detailed design drawings using ACAD, and working closely with Project Mangers, Construction Engineers and Design Engineers \ Managers to ensure that all 132/33/11/6.6kV projects achieve the programme objectives of time, cost and quality, at each key milestone stage, to meet requirements of the agreed programme.# Must establish and maintain a flexible and adaptable approach to change, being able to respond rapidly and develop creative solutions. Operating effectively as part of the Grid and Primary Major Projects design team the post holder will forge strong working relationships with other team members within Major Projects, across the company and Client organisations. This would be considered as a development role providing the candidate can demonstrate relevant experience. Key Responsibilities Accountable for developing and implementation of electrical layouts that deliver cost effective solutions for Major Electricity Projects. Responsible for the electrical layout design to ensure that project designs are developed in the appropriate and consistent format. Management of appropriate contractors during the whole life of projects requiring liaison with project managers, design, construction and project control sections. Responsible for providing accurate forecasts of information for the range of projects under their control. Managing Drawing Archives and Document Management System. Production of technical specifications for plant and associated with the layout, including structures, insulators, busbars and connectors. Responsible for developing, and agreeing with the layout team and other departments, appropriate design standards for electrical layouts. Responsible for production of Lighting and Small Power and earthing designs. Attending Option Approval Group site meetings and other site surveys to develop electrical layouts using the Standard Solutions Methodology. Knowledge, Skills and Experience HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent and must be able to demonstrate relevant layout experience. Expert user of AutoCAD. Good knowledge of 132kV, 33kV and 11/6.6kV systems and substations including switchgear, transformers, overhead and underground circuits. Experienced with electrical engineering design & practices and have good knowledge of the electricity distribution business. Experience of CDM regulations relating to utility projects. Good team working and communication skills. Creative thinker, able to pre-empt project/schedule issues and adapt to change. Must be capable of drawing accurately to scale using model and paper space, layering etc and be able to manipulate views effectively. Must be able to produce plans and elevations from site measurements or archive drawings. What SP ENWL offer As a vital team member, and in return for expertise, an inclusive approach, and commitment, SP ENWL offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to join a passionate and welcoming team. The organisation is committed to supporting its people and is proud of its reward and benefits package, which includes: An annual bonus scheme 26 days annual leave (increasing with length of service) An employee rewards portal offering discounts on well-known brands A market-leading contributory pension scheme Employee assistance programme Opportunities for professional development through its learning and development function SP ENWL values its people and is passionate about creating a great place to work — where everyone can be themselves, reach their full potential, and build lasting careers. The company is committed to increasing diversity of thought and talent within its workforce, aiming to recruit people who are representative of the communities it serves. Embracing differences is seen as a strength that makes the organisation stronger. The recruitment process for this vacancy is being handled by Morson Edge. By applying to this vacancy, you are consenting to have your personal information shared with Morson Talent. Your candidate experience is at the utmost importance to us. If you are not yet ready to apply but would like to discuss any of the above or require any reasonable adjustments (e.g. being able to apply in a different format), please contact to arrange a confidential conversation. TPBN1_UKTJ

Ground Remediation Engineer Manchester Reference: BY188658 Salary: £30,000 - £36,000 Are you a skilled Ground Remediation Engineer looking to take the next step with a forward-thinking engineering consultancy? A global civil and geo-environmental specialist are looking to appoint an experienced Ground Remediation Engineer to join their Manchester-based team, driving challenging contaminated land and ground investigation projects across the UK. About the Company This role is with an innovative consulting engineering firm with a strong reputation for delivering civil, structural and geo-environmental solutions on infrastructure, regeneration and development projects globally. They combine technical excellence with practical, sustainable approaches to solving complex ground risks and remediation challenges. What's on Offer * Competitive salary (£30,000 - £36,000) and benefits package * Exposure to high-profile contaminated land and infrastructure schemes * Professional development and training support * Collaborative, supportive culture with autonomy to lead key aspects of remediation delivery As a Ground Remediation Engineer, you will: * Lead ground contamination risk assessments, remediation strategy development and implementation support * Manage site investigations, ground gas risk assessments and regulatory liaison * Work closely with civil and structural teams to integrate geo-environmental solutions into broader engineering design * Support project management from feasibility through to delivery Requirements for Ground Remediation Engineer * Degree in Geology, Earth Sciences, Geosciences, Geo-Environmental Engineering or related discipline * Proven experience in contaminated land assessment, remediation strategy & supervision * Full UK driving licence and ability to travel to sites as required * Full right to work in the UK * Must live in, or near, Manchester If you're ready to make an impact as a Ground Remediation Engineer and advance your career with a top-tier consultancy, we want to hear from you. We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to . This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

Your new company Hays are recruiting for a fantastic multidisciplinary Building Services M&E contractor that is committed to delivering high quality services across various commercial and retail projects valued up to £5million. They have a great reputation for delivering projects to a high standard and have a strong pipeline of work and are now seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing team. Your new role In this role, you will assist in delivering multiple mechanical design projects. You'll be responsible for ensuring designs are produced on time, to the highest standards, and lead meetings. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking for progression and to get involved in all aspects of the design process. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer (5+ years) Strong technical knowledge Excellent communication and organisational skills A willingness to get involved in project management meetings Ability to work on multiple projects and deadlines Full UK driving licence What you'll get in return Competitive salary up to £65,000 (depending on experience) Pension scheme and holiday entitlement (25 days + Bank Holidays) Supportive and collaborative working environment Flexible and hybrid working Involvement in diverse and exciting projects across the UK What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call now on 0161 236 4949. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk TPBN1_UKTJ

Technical Sales Engineer (Lighting) Remote- covering a patch around the North West region £55,000-£65,000 + Uncapped Commission + Remote Working + Regional Travel + Company Car Progression + Training + Company Benefits Are you from a Technical Sales background within Lighting? On offer is an autonomous and technical role within a market-leading manufacturer renowned for their cutting-edge products where you will work both remotely and across a regional patch in a role offering the opportunity to increase your earnings through uncapped commission and to continually progress across the group. This market leading manufacturer provide a diverse range of lighting products for a broad and growing client base across the UK including consultants, end users and contractors. They have seen continual growth since their establishment to the point they now have over 400 employees and are looking to grow their UK Specification team to assist with ongoing growth across new sectors. This autonomous role will see you working on a range of lighting projects from conception through to delivery. You will be responsible primarily for identifying and winning new business opportunities (80%), as well as dealing with existing accounts (20%). Once working with clients you will play a key role in consulting on the design, liaison with various departments and supporting clients needs. You will have the freedom to manage your own diary as you work from home and travel to meet clients across your patch- 3-4 days per week, to further business relationships. This dynamic role would suit a Technical Sales Engineer or similar from a Lighting background looking for a technical role selling cutting-edge products to a broad client base within a UK leading company who offer uncapped commission to increase your earnings. The Role: Work on specialist lighting design projects, varying from £5k, through to £1m and everything in between Identify and win new business opportunities, working to generate, identify and quantify leads Further relationships with existing accounts by developing strong relations and promoting key strategy Pass quotations onto the commercial team to generate, quote and follow up on Lead the project from conception through to delivery- support in design, project management and providing technical advice Remote / field role covering the North West region (with occasional office visitation) Uncapped commission to increase earnings The Person: Technical Sales Engineer or similar Lighting background Happy to cover a patch across the North West Region Technical Sales, Specification Manager, Sales, BD, M&E, Lighting, Relux, Dialux, Design, Remote, Account Manager, Project, North West, Liverpool, Manchester, Derby, Wolverhampton, Chester Reference Number: BBBH23587 If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website. TPBN1_UKTJ

Associate Civil Engineer Location: Manchester Salary: £68,000 - £74,000 Ready to take senior leadership responsibility within a growing Manchester consultancy? This Associate Civil Engineer opportunity offers autonomy, influence and the chance to shape a strong North West team. A well-established civil engineering consultancy is seeking an Associate Civil Engineer to lead infrastructure projects across Manchester and the wider region. As an Associate Civil Engineer, you will combine technical delivery with team leadership and client-facing responsibility. This Associate Civil Engineer role sits at the heart of the Manchester office, offering ownership of highways, drainage and SuDS schemes from concept through to construction. Key responsibilities * Lead highways, drainage and infrastructure design * Manage and mentor engineers within the Manchester team * Act as principal contact for clients and stakeholders * Review calculations, drawings and technical reports * Support fee proposals and business development * Ensure delivery to programme, budget and compliance standards Candidate requirements * Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering * Minimum seven years' UK consultancy experience * Strong infrastructure, roads and drainage background * Proficient in AutoCAD and civil design software * Experience leading teams and supporting growth Why apply This Associate Civil Engineer position offers a salary of £68,000 - £74,000, leadership influence and long-term progression within a respected Manchester consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience

A leading upper-tier COMAH chemical manufacturer is seeking an EC&I Engineer to join their Manchester site on a permanent basis. This role offers a salary of £65,000-£70,000 per annum along with a competitive benefits package including a double-figure employer pension contribution, free on-site parking, company part-subsidised private healthcare, and excellent holiday allowance. This is a site-based role, working standard days, five days a week. As an EC&I Engineer, you will provide expert Electrical, Control, and Instrumentation engineering support across plant operations, maintenance, and projects. You will be responsible for improving reliability, safety, and compliance of EC&I systems, delivering minor projects, troubleshooting complex systems, and supporting regulatory requirements on site. Key Responsibilities: Act as the site's SME for EC&I matters, ensuring safe, reliable, and compliant operation of plant equipment. Develop and maintain site standards (ATEX, DSEAR, SIL, functional safety) and technical documentation. Lead or support projects from concept to commissioning, coordinating internal teams and contractors. Provide guidance to maintenance teams on preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance. Troubleshoot and resolve issues across PLCs, DCS, SIS, and field instrumentation. Participate in COMAH audits, HAZOP/LOPA studies, and regulatory inspections. Manage minor modifications and plant upgrades, ensuring long-term sustainability of site assets. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation Engineering or a related discipline. 5-10 years of experience in chemical, petrochemical, or similar high-hazard environments. Strong knowledge of PLCs, DCS, functional safety (IEC 61508/61511), and electrical distribution systems. Familiarity with COMAH, ATEX, DSEAR, and hazard assessment methodologies. Benefits: Salary: £65,000-£70,000 per annum Double-figure employer pension contribution Company part-subsidised private healthcare Free on-site parking Excellent holiday allowance Please apply directly for further information regarding this EC&I Engineer position. TPBN1_UKTJ

Electrical Engineer Salary: £49,000 (OTE £55,000+) Shift: Days (Mons-Fri Only) Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester BRAND NEW Opportunity to join a Market-Leading Player in a Highly Regulated Manufacturing Sector. K nown for their commitment to innovation, efficiency, and sustainability. My Client prides themselves on a dynamic, safe, fast-paced work environment where every day brings new challenges. As they continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join team and help drive our success in this exciting industry. Skills required for the Electrical Engineer Qualifications within Electrical Engineering Strong Hands On Electrical Experience Contols Or Instrumentation Experience Manufacturing Experience Design and Implementation Exprerience COMAH Exp/Hazardous/Regulated Environment Experience (Advantageous but not a must) Health & Safety Awareness The Electrical Engineer will benefit from: Work for a Market Leading Highly Regulated Company Join and Lead a Dynamic and Motivated Team Extensive Training and Development Opportunities Top Tier State of the Art Factory Huge Inventments back into Site and Engineering Department Excellent Benefits and Bonuses Package Benefits: Huge Bonus Schemes Available, Excellent Pension Schemes, Private Healthcares, and much more! If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills then please click apply at the bottom of this advert. For further details contact Antony Edwards at Pioneer Selection As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply please see our website for further details. TPBN1_UKTJ

Databricks A rchitect Role Overview We are seeking a S enior Databricks Architect to lead the design and delivery of scalable, high-performance data platforms built on Databricks. This is a strategic role requiring strong architectural experience, hands-on design capability, and a deep understanding of modern data ecosystems. The ideal candidate will have several years' experience operating at architect level , with proven success designing and/or migrating data platforms into Databricks. Candidates with strong architecture backgrounds on comparable platforms (such as Snowflake) will also be considered, provided they hold relevant Databricks certifications. Key Responsibilities Design end-to-end data architectures using Databricks for analytics, data engineering, and data science use cases. Lead and support data platform migrations into Databricks from legacy or alternative data platforms. Define architectural standards, best practices, and reference patterns for Databricks implementations. Collaborate with data engineers, platform teams, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions. Ensure solutions meetperformance, security, scalability, and cost-optimizationrequirements. Provide technical leadership and architectural governance across Databricks initiatives. Review existing data architectures and recommend improvements or modernisation strategies. Support teams with architectural guidance, troubleshooting, and design reviews. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience working as a Data Architect / Platform Architect at a senior level. Hands-on experience designing solutions within the Databricks ecosystem OR s trong architectural experience on a competing platform (e.g. Snowflake ) combined with Databricks certifications . Demonstrated experience with data platform migrations , modernisation, or large-scale data transformations. Strong understanding of data architecture principles, including: Data lakes / lake house architectures. Data modelling and data integration patterns Performance optimisation and scalability Experience working with cloud-based data platforms. Strong stakeholder communication and documentation skills. Desirable Skills & Experience Databricks certifications (Data Engineer, Data Architect, or equivalent). Experience designing solutions prior to Databricks (traditional data warehouses, big data platforms, or cloud-native data stacks). Knowledge of modern data engineering tools and frameworks. Experience operating in complex enterprise environments TPBN1_UKTJ

Engineering Improvement Specialist - Stourton Description Do you want to be at the heart of driving reliability and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Youll play a key role in strengthening our asset care routines, solving chronic equipment issues, and supporting the development of reliability engineering across the site. This is a MondayFriday, days-based role How you will make an impact In this role, youll combine hands-on technical expertise with structured problem-solving to improve equipment reliability and support our operations teams. Youll be central to embedding continuous improvement and developing operator asset care routines. Lead the practical implementation of CI actions and reliability improvements Own and resolve chronic equipment failures through structured RCA/BDA methodologies Provide technical support and guidance to maintenance and operations teams Collaborate with operators to strengthen asset care routines and skills Support the Reliability Engineer with data analysis, predictive technologies, and improvement roadmaps What will make you successful Were looking for someone with strong technical skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to translate data into practical solutions. Ideally, youll hold an HNC in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or a related engineering discipline, and qualifications such as Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or training in recognised best-practice methodologies like TPM, SMED, OAC, RCM, or FMECA would be highly advantageous. Experience with RCA or other continuous improvement tools is also beneficial. Youll bring a proven background in maintenance, continuous improvement, or engineering support within manufacturing or industrial environments, with hands-on experience diagnosing chronic issues and delivering sustainable technical improvements. Exposure to operator-led maintenance programs (OAC) would be a strong advantage. What do we offer? Were committed to your growth and development, offering internal and external training opportunities. Youll enjoy a competitive salary, 26 days holiday, matched pension contributions up to 6%, life assurance, and flexible benefits. At Stourton, youll join a team proud of its high job satisfaction and steep learning curve, with plenty of challenges and support to help you succeed. Would you like to join us? If youre ready to take on this exciting opportunity, please apply as soon as possible. We process applications on a continuous basis and will close recruitment once the right candidate is found. Shape the Future of Dairy Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better, providing people with natural, sustainable nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice they can feel good about. If you are looking to shape the future with an ambitious global cooperative that truly cares about your growth, where everyone feels valued and empowered, and collaboration is the core of culture, Arla is a choice you can feel good about. TPBN1_UKTJ

Solution Architect Manchester/Hybrid (1 day on-site every 2 weeks) £37K - £65K A Solution Architect is required for our client who are based in Manchester. The role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on architecture role where you can influence direction, work across Azure and on-prem technologies, and deliver meaningful change. You will be a technically strong and will lead the design and delivery of enterprise-scale infrastructure solutions. You'll work closely with architects, project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to turn high-level ideas into robust, secure, scalable technical designs. This role offers real variety: from cloud architecture to modern infrastructure, automation, security, integration, and strategic technical leadership. If you're an Infrastructure Engineer or 3rd Line Engineer who's already designing solutions in practice, this could be the perfect next step into a full Solution Architect role. Responsibilities: Designing and delivering end-to-end infrastructure solutions across hybrid Azure/on-prem environments. Acting as technical lead on major projects, working closely with delivery and engineering teams. Producing high-quality design documentation, including HLDs, LLDs, options papers, and architectures. Presenting solutions to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Providing expertise across infrastructure, networking, virtualisation, Windows technologies, and cloud. Enhancing automation using PowerShell, Python, Bicep, and GitHub. Contributing to a culture of continuous improvement, inclusivity, and innovation. Experience required: Strong experience delivering infrastructure solutions in large, complex hybrid environments. Expertise across core technologies such as VMware, Windows Server, AD, DNS, DHCP, SQL, networking, firewalls, and enterprise-grade hardware. Hands-on experience building and deploying Azure solutions using infrastructure as code. Excellent communication and documentation skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. A collaborative mindset with the ability to build strong relationships across teams. Desirable: Microsoft certifications (Azure Architect, M365 Admin, DevOps), or industry credentials such as VMware, Cisco, Palo Alto, HPE. TPBN1_UKTJ

Job title Inside Sales Executive Function Sales Location Manchester/Ripponden Reports to Sales Manager Responsible for staff N/A About our business JLA has been providing critical assets and services to a range of businesses and sectors including Care Homes, Hospitals, Schools, and Hotels for over 50 years. These assets and services are crucial in supporting customers with their Laundry, Catering, Heating, Fire Safety, Infection Control, and Air Conditioning. The company offers a unique, all-inclusive package called Total Care, this rental model allows customers to make a single monthly payment, to receive brand new equipment, and have maintenance costs taken care of. When you join the JLA family, you'll also gain access to an extensive benefits package. We care about our people and take your well-being seriously, which is why we offer a range of supportive tools for health and wellbeing, financial guidance, and legal advice. Our Employee Assistance Programme, 24/7 Wellness and Lifestyle App plus a dedicated team of Mental Health First Aiders are there to support you through life's challenges. We also offer up to 8 counseling sessions, which can be in-person or remote, providing you with the support and flexibility to suit your own personal needs. You can reach any fitness goals with our free onsite gym at head office along with a range of other gym membership discounts available. To offer financial support, we not only provide life assurance coverage, company sick pay, and a company pension scheme, we offer a range of added benefits such as free office parking, eye care vouchers, a cycle-to-work scheme, and exclusive discounts through our staff benefits hub. We really pride ourselves in offering a healthy work-life balance and believe it is important to have time away to recharge which is why we provide 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, flexible working options, and enhanced family leave policies. We are a company that appreciates you and invests in your success and even have a Colleague Recognition Scheme to celebrate your achievements. We're dedicated to your growth, offering support in career development and training. We value your referrals, and through our Refer a Friend scheme, you can earn up to £1,000 in bonus rewards! Role overview Our Inside Sales Executives are absolutely pivotal to our continued growth and success. As a rapidly growing business both in size and turnover, we're looking for new people to join our Inside Sales team and help us grow even further, acting as a Trusted Partner to JLAs customers. You'll be joining a highly successful sales team where you will be valued and rewarded for the contribution you make. This is transactional telesales where you will be authorising costs, booking engineer visits in and contracting customers over the phone and via email. Key tasks Making outbound sales calls using leads generated through our digital marketing team and also developing your own pipeline of customers Managing new and existing customer accounts Developing sales opportunities in partnership with your field sales colleagues Meeting/exceeding dynamic KPIs set within the contact centre Criteria Essential (attributes required for candidate to be considered) Desirable (attributes can be trained or developed) Knowledge and Skills (what you know and what you can do) Confident and effective communicator Collaborative and Positive outlook Knowledge of all Microsoft office applications Knowledge of what JLA has to offer on compliance Experience (what you have done) Experience of outbound lead generation / telesales Experience of transactional sales, closing/winning sales (preferably on the phone) Experience of working in a customer-centric position over the phone Experience in account management Have worked in a commercially driven environment Personal qualities (the way you think and act) The ability to work successfully in a fast-paced, target-driven environment Highly motivated Driven by your own results A curious mind, interested in our customers, our markets and our business Ability to speak to a varied range of people Eager to learn and build a career in a dynamic sales organisation TPBN1_UKTJ

Software Engineer (Filemaker) This is a flexible, hybrid role and can be based from either of our offices in Manchester or Southport. We also have largely remote options available. Role Purpose: As a Software Engineer, you will analyse, develop and test all areas of the technology using the appropriate processes, methods and standards of the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Working in a scrum agile environment, Software Engineers provide technological steering and software advancement for Markerstudy, its clients, subsidiaries and other group members to meet project goals. You will be involved in all aspects of the development process, taking responsibility for your own work and working to ensure the success of the team's sprints. A good communicator, you will be working directly with other areas of the business to meet project goals. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities: • Undertake development and delivery of features, components and systems, to ensure project success. • Estimate the effort required to develop or update features, components or systems with reasonable accuracy. • Follow best practise in development and unit testing of software to ensure minimal defect count in both testing and in the live environment. • Follow the processes and stages of the software development life cycle, suggest updates and improvements of to this to Lead Software Engineer. • Constructively review work undertaken by other engineers, such as by code collaboration and peer reviews, and proactively contribute to reviews of your work. • Support the Scrum team in the successful planning and delivery of sprints. • Provide updates to the team on the progress of work during daily stand-ups and meetings. • Maintain a positive and solution-oriented approach to work, providing open and honest feedback • Ensure compliance with IT and financial controls in all activities undertaken. • Follow all documented business processes. • Ensure your own continuous professional development by participating in external networking / conferences /associations / groups, to stay current on Industry developments & innovations. Encourage, support and coach other team members in their own development • Undertake such other duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this role. Skills, Experience and Knowledge: Experience as a professional Filemaker Developer Filemaker v18+ experience Creating Complex Scripts to manage data and workflow? Use of Filemaker APIs Relational Database Design? Interaction with external systems (web APIs, WPE, XML, etc)? Architecture and design of software systems. Understanding and experience of the software development life cycle, agile methodology (especially Scrum). What we offer in return? A collaborative and fast paced work environment Health care cash plan Yearly bonus scheme 24 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays and the ability to buy additional leave (annual leave also increases with service) Life Assurance 4x annual salary Vibrant, modern offices About the business: Markerstudy is a leading provider of private insurance in the UK, insuring around 5% of the private cars on the UK roads, 20% of commercial vehicles and over 30% of motorcycles in total premium levels of circa £1.2b. Markerstudy also has a large and growing direct presence in the market as well. Having acquired and successfully integrated Co-op Insurance Services in 2021, BGLi in 2022 & Atlanta in 2024. Markerstudy are now pursuing innovative pricing techniques, taking advantage of an award-winning insurer hosted rating platform, whilst challenging existing embedded processes. TPBN1_UKTJ

We are searching for a Principal Fire Engineer for an award-winning and fast-growing multidisciplinary building and construction consultancy that has offices across the whole of the UK. Our client is a successful consultancy offering Architectural, Building Surveying, Building Services Engineering, Civil Engineering, Fire Engineering, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Structural Engineering and Town Planning services to their clients. Their success is built on their constant pursuit of excellence and through the hiring of a highly motivated, well trained and professionally qualified team they ensure the best service possible for their customers. We are looking to speak with candidates who are ideally based in the Manchester or Great Manchester area - we will also consider applications from candidates based near to Barnsley, Blackburn, Bolton, Bradford, Chester, Crewe, Halifax, Leeds, Liverpool, Preston, Sheffield, Stoke-on-Trent or Warrington or candidates who are happy to relocate to the Manchester area. Please note, you will need to be able to attend meetings at the central office which is located in Manchester. This role can be offered as hybrid or remote, but you will need to commute to the office and various client sites as and when required. We are searching for an experienced Principal Fire Engineer who wants to be more than just a Technical Lead. As the Fire Engineering team grows the consultancy is diversifying its services ensuring that they remain at the forefront of Fire Engineering. In this role you will be a vital part of their evolution, contributing your expertise to the Fire Engineering strategy and helping the business redefine the services they offer to their clients. As a Principal Fire Engineer, you will oversee the entire fire engineering service ensuring that all components, from structural materials to evacuation plans, work as a unified, life-saving system. You will ensure buildings are designed to minimise fire risks, through contributing to the development of fire strategy reports, calculations and fire risk assessments. You will work closely with a range of professional in the construction industry, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Main Duties and Responsibilities • Manage multiple, complex Fire Engineering projects from initial concept/bid to completion, ensuring delivery on time and within budget. * Lead on conducting formal fire risk assessments, hazard analyses, and determine the necessary protective measures to mitigate identified risks. * Design, calculate, and specify active fire protection systems (sprinklers, alarms, smoke control) and passive fire protection measures (compartmentation, fire-rated materials) using relevant codes and standards. * Prepare comprehensive fire strategy reports for buildings, outlining all fire safety measures, from structural design to active systems and human evacuation. * Strong mathematical and physics skills for hydraulic calculations, heat transfer analysis, and effective use of CAD and BIM software (Revit, AutoCAD) for design documentation. * Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and best practices. * Great written, oral and articulate communication skills, to present complex, performance-based fire strategies to clients, architects, regulatory authorities, negotiating design solutions. * Capability to conduct high-level technical reviews, quality assurance, and peer review of fire strategy reports and designs produced by other engineers. About you: • You will have a degree in Project Management / Fire Engineering or a relevant subject. * You will have a professional membership with APM or RICS. * You require previous experience of leading a team. * You will have proven experience in client-facing roles or managing external client relationships. Benefits: • Join a successful and dynamic consultancy with excellent progression opportunities. * Regular and committed training and CPD opportunities. * Up to 27 days holiday (increasing with length of service) plus bank holidays. * Regular sports & social events - BBQ's, boat trips, bowling nights! * Private Healthcare. * Excellent enhanced pension scheme. * Cycle to Work Scheme. * Access to 24/7 counselling through our employee assistance helpline * And more! Please note, to be considered for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in the UK long-term without requiring Company Sponsorship. KEYWORDS Principal Fire Engineer, Consultancy, Fire Engineering, Fire Engineering Lead, Technical Lead, Fire Engineering Leader, Strategy, Structural Materials, Evacuation Plans, Life-saving Fire Systems, Building Design, Fire Risk Assessments, Active Fire Protection Systems, Passive Fire Protection, Fire Strategy Reports, Hydraulic Calculations, Heat Transfer Analysis, CAD & BIM Software, Revit, AutoCAD, Health and Safety Regulations, APM, RICS Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and 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. Bowerford Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.