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Cover Supervisors Wanted!Retford| Day-to-Day, Short-Term & Long-Term Assignments \n Are you ready to make a difference without having to plan the lesson? \n We're looking for enthusiastic, reliable and confident Cover Supervisors to join our team and work across our fantastic partnership secondary schools in Retford. \n Whether you're looking for the flexibility of day-to-day supply, want to get stuck into a short-term assignment, or are searching for a long-term opportunity, we've got something for you! \n What will you be doing? \n As a Cover Supervisor, you'll be the friendly face at the front of the classroom, helping keep students engaged and learning when their usual teacher is unavailable. \n Your day could include: \n\n • Supervising classes and delivering pre-prepared work\n, • Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment\n, • Ensuring students complete the work set by their teacher\n, • Supporting and encouraging students with their learning\n, • Monitoring student progress and reporting any concerns\n, • Working across a variety of secondary schools and year groups\n, • Building positive relationships with students and school staff\n, • Adapting to different classrooms, subjects and school environments\n\n What are we looking for? \n We're looking for people who have the right attitude, confidence and ability to connect with young people. \n Ideally, you will have: \n\n • Experience working with children or young people\n, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills\n, • Strong classroom management and behaviour-management skills\n, • The confidence to lead a classroom independently\n, • A calm, patient and positive approach\n, • The ability to follow lesson plans and school instructions\n, • Reliability, flexibility and a professional attitude\n, • A genuine desire to support young people and their education\n\n Previous school experience is a bonus, but we're happy to consider candidates from a range of backgrounds. If you've worked in youth settings, coaching, tutoring, education, childcare, mentoring or similar roles, we'd love to hear from you! \n Why join us? \n\n • Flexible assignments to suit your availability\n, • Opportunities across Retford secondary schools\n, • Day-to-day, short-term and long-term work\n, • Gain valuable experience in different school settings\n, • A supportive team who are here to help\n, • Opportunities to build your education career\n\n Think you've got what it takes to keep a classroom on track? \n Get in touch today to find out more and join our Cover Supervisor team! \n Call or forward your CV to

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tonies is the world’s leading interactive audio platform for children, with over 12 million Tonieboxes and 165 million Tonies sold globally. Our intuitive, screen-free system empowers children to learn and play independently in a safe and engaging way. With a presence in over 100 countries and a diverse portfolio of ~1,500 Tonies across multiple languages, we continue to redefine how children experience storytelling and learning. Since our IPO in 2021, our global team of 630+ colleagues is united by a shared mission: shaping the future of play, learning, and imagination.The Customer Happiness Manager manages the day to day UK Customer Happiness operation by working with an external BPO partner. They serve as the subject matter expert and knowledge holder for all tonies® UK & IE information. The focus of this role is ensuring that UK customer queries are answered on time, by keeping workflows efficient and consistently updated to allow the customer's issues to be addressed promptly and efficiently. • UK Operations, • Own the Zendesk inboxes, ensuring that all tickets are handled within SLA and processed on time. Contacts include Offline written tickets, Live Chats, Returns, Reviews, • Handle escalated tickets where manager input is required, • Deliver training for new starters, • Complete Quality Assurance Audits, • Process Adyen and PayPal disputes, • Business Central administration, ensuring accurate processing, posting, and reconciliation of transactions., • Work closely with UK Operations and Marketing teams to proactively prepare for revenue generating initiatives, and to reactively communicate issues as they arise, • Collaborate with the Socials team on donation initiatives, including coordinating and documenting donation orders., • Consolidate and share team feedback about necessary changes and updates that will help improve the customer experience, • Complete weekly CSAT analysis to determine drivers of dissatisfaction and pain points, • BPO Management, • Ensure the BPO agents provide an amazing customer experience across all support channels, • Responsible for hitting Global Customer Happiness KPIs, • Main contact point for BPO for any UK customer related issues, • Mentor and provide support for tickets and questions escalated by BPO agents, • Global Collaboration, • Work with Global Zendesk administrator in order to design and implement chatbot experiences, • Work with Global Customer Happiness counterparts on standardised onboarding processes and training materials, • Calibrate with other Global Customer Happiness teams on Quality Assurance topics, • Represent Customer Happiness in collaborative work with the Quality and Legal teams for High Risk issues, • Experience managing or working closely with a BPO or outsourced support partner, • Strong working knowledge of Zendesk (or comparable helpdesk platform), including inbox and SLA management, • Experience handling payment disputes/chargebacks (e.g. Adyen, PayPal) is a plus, • Proven ability to design, deliver, and continuously improve training programs, • Comfortable conducting Quality Assurance audits and translating findings into coaching and process improvements, • Analytical mindset, with experience using CSAT and other KPI data to identify root causes and drive improvements, • Excellent stakeholder management skills, able to work cross-functionally with Operations, Marketing, Product, Quality, and Legal, • Strong communicator, comfortable owning escalated and high-risk customer issues, • You must be currently located in the UK., • Global Teamwork: We collaborate across departmental and country borders. You’ll be part of a truly international community where every voice is heard., • Come as you are: This applies to the dress code and everything else. We believe you give your best when you feel truly comfortable being yourself., • Competitive Package: We offer a competitive salary and a range of comprehensive benefits tailored to your specific location, which we’ll share during the recruiting process., • Collaboration & Community: We’re big on "we." You’ll join a team that values connection and celebrates wins together, no matter the time zone., • Continuous Learning: Benefit from internal/external training and an individual learning budget to keep your skills as sharp as a Tonie’s ears., • Tonie Discounts: Enjoy attractive discounts on our entire range of products. You’ll quickly become the favorite guest at every birthday party!, • Rest & Recharge: Great work requires a clear head. You’ll enjoy generous paid time off to ensure you have plenty of time for your own stories.As part of our principles, we are committed to supporting inclusion and diversity at tonies. We actively celebrate our colleagues’ different abilities, ethnicities, faith and gender. Everyone is welcome and supported in their development at all stages in their journey with us. We look forward to hearing from you!Here at tonies, we are changing the way children listen to their favourite audio content, by making digital audio tangible. We have created a safe and playful way for children to experience stories, music and educational content that is loved by parents and children alike. By combining the best of digital technology with the magic and playfulness of figurines (the so-called Tonies), our screen-less toniebox provides the perfect platform to enjoy all the benefits and fun of great audio content, without adding to children’s screen time.

We're looking for an Engineering Director to join our ILIOS team based in West Burton, Nottinghamshire. Location: West Burton, Nottinghamshire Hours: Full time - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. This is an exceptional opportunity to provide senior engineering leadership across a major programme, where you'll own design integrity, engineering assurance and buildability across the ILIOS solution. As Engineering Director, you'll ensure technical outputs are safe, compliant, cost effective and integrated, acting as the Programme Director's technical authority on engineering governance and design assurance. What will you be responsible for? As an Engineering Director, you'll be working within the ILIOS Leadership team, supporting them in delivering safe, compliant and integrated engineering solutions for the STEP programme. Your day to day will include: • Providing overall engineering leadership, owning design integrity, systems integration and technical innovation to ensure outputs are safe, compliant and aligned to programme requirements, • Developing and implementing engineering, systems integration, assurance and innovation strategies, policies and procedures across ILIOS, • Leading engineering assurance and technical integrity while supporting translation of approved engineering outputs into safe, buildable works packages, • Acting as Temporary Works Designated Individual, ensuring competent appointments, effective procedures and assurance arrangements are in place, • Building and developing engineering capability across ILIOS, promoting consistent ways of working and effective collaboration across partner organisations What are we looking for? This role of Engineering Director is great for you if: • You hold a degree-level qualification or equivalent in engineering or another relevant technical discipline, along with Chartered membership of a relevant professional institution, • You have significant senior leadership experience across major multi-disciplinary engineering, construction, infrastructure, nuclear, energy or complex programme environments, • You bring proven capability in leading technical functions, design management and engineering assurance across multi-disciplinary and multi-organisation teams, • You demonstrate strong understanding of technical risk, compliance, temporary works governance, constructability and safety-led design principles, • You're a collaborative and credible senior leader with excellent communication skills, able to present complex technical matters clearly to executive and non-technical audiences Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits _. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan _. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. Due to the nature of this role, you will also be required to complete a BPSS Disclosure and Barring Service Check (applicants with convictions will be treated on a case-by-case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's conviction history or the details of any convictions disclosed to us). Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks. We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier.

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. Are you ready to lead a service where outstanding care comes first? We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Registered Manager to join our team at Beeches on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident care leader who can provide clear direction, inspire a dedicated team and ensure the people in our care receive safe, person-centered and high-quality support. You will take overall responsibility for the effective management of the service, including care delivery, staffing, safeguarding, quality, resources and delegated budgets. You will also act as the Registered person for the home, ensuring the service operates in line with regulatory requirements, national care standards and Cygnet policies. The Beeches is a specialist residential service supporting adults aged 18 and over with autism and learning disabilities. The people we support may also have communication challenges, complex needs or behaviours that challenge. The service provides 12 en-suite bedrooms across two living areas and offers a safe, comfortable and supportive environment focused on independence, choice and meaningful community involvement. • Provide strong, visible leadership and a clear sense of direction for the service., • Maintain high standards of person-centred care, safety and safeguarding., • Ensure individual care, activity and lifelong learning plans are developed, implemented and regularly reviewed., • Oversee referrals, pre-admission and post-admission assessments and care planning., • Support individuals to have choice, control and as much independence as possible., • Lead, supervise, coach and develop the staff team., • Ensure effective staffing levels, deployment and rota management., • Manage recruitment, staff wellbeing, absence, supervision and appraisal processes., • Monitor service quality through audits, reviews and continuous improvement activity., • Maintain accurate records, reports and effective communication systems., • Build positive relationships with families, social workers, healthcare professionals, commissioners and other external agencies., • Manage delegated budgets and monitor expenditure, including agency usage and overtime., • Ensure the service environment remains safe, welcoming, well maintained and responsive to individual needs., • Participate in the on-call rota and work flexibly when required, including occasional evenings, nights or weekends, • An experienced and supportive leader with a background in residential care., • Passionate about providing outstanding, person-centered support., • Knowledgeable about autism, learning disabilities, complex needs and positive approaches to behaviours that challenge., • Confident in safeguarding, risk management and regulatory compliance., • Able to translate policies and procedures into consistent everyday practice., • Skilled in managing, coaching and developing individuals and teams., • An effective communicator who can build strong professional relationships., • Organised, resilient and able to manage changing priorities., • Comfortable managing budgets, staffing resources and service performance., • Committed to equality, dignity, respect and the rights of the people in our care., • A relevant Level 4 care qualification, social work qualification or current RNLD/RMN registration., • At least two years' significant management or supervisory experience within a care setting during the previous five years., • Substantial experience supporting people with needs similar to those supported at Beeches., • Experience of managing and developing staff, including colleagues with supervisory responsibilities., • Knowledge of safeguarding, person-centered planning, health and safety and relevant care regulations., • A current driving licence., • The ability to undertake on-call responsibilities and attend the service when required If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Are you an experienced food manufacturing professional who feels ready to step up into an Operations Manager position? Perhaps you're currently a Production Manager, Production Supervisor, Assistant Operations Manager, Assistant Production Manager, Production Team Leader or similar, and you're ready to take on more responsibility, broaden your experience and progress your career. And here's the big plus — this is a Monday–Friday, daytime role. No rotating shifts, no nights and no weekends. Retford, Nottinghamshire | Full-Time, Permanent | Monday–Friday | 8:00am–5:00pm You'll work 8:00am–5:00pm, Monday to Friday, giving you the opportunity to progress your career within food manufacturing while enjoying a much better work-life balance. Working closely with the Factory General Manager, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day running and continued improvement of the manufacturing site. This is a hands‑on role where you'll get involved across production, procurement, suppliers, stock, quality, compliance, people and continuous improvement. It's a genuine opportunity to move beyond managing a production area and develop your experience across the wider factory operation. You don't need to have spent years with the job title "Operations Manager" — we're much more interested in what you've actually done and what you're capable of. If you're already an experienced food manufacturing professional and feel ready to take that next step, you'll be supported by an experienced senior team while having the opportunity to make your mark. Taking responsibility for the day-to-day running of production, ensuring targets are achieved. Working alongside production teams to improve output, efficiency, yields and downtime. Identifying opportunities to improve processes using Lean, 5S and Continuous Improvement principles. Helping to plan resources and shift patterns to ensure the factory operates efficiently. Getting involved in raw material and packaging procurement, supplier management and commercial negotiations. Building relationships with suppliers and helping to control material costs. Working with warehouse teams to manage stock and minimise waste. Playing an important role in BRCGS audits and site compliance. Ensuring strong food safety, traceability and hygiene standards are maintained. Investigating problems, identifying root causes and putting effective corrective actions in place. Supporting and developing production teams, helping to create a positive and high-performing working environment. Working closely with the Factory General Manager to improve the overall performance and profitability of the site. We're looking for someone with food manufacturing experience who is ready to take that next step. You might already be a: Production Manager Production Supervisor Assistant Operations Manager Assistant Production Manager Production Team Leader Senior Production Supervisor Factory Supervisor Or you may have another similar background where you've gradually taken on more responsibility for people, production and operational performance. What matters is that you're now ready to step up and broaden your experience. You don't have to tick every single box. We're particularly interested in people who are ambitious, practical, commercially minded and genuinely ready to progress. • Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm, • No shift work, nights or weekends, • Competitive salary, • Full-time, permanent position, • Company pension from commencement, • Full training provided, • Genuine opportunity to step up into Operations Management, • Broad exposure across production, procurement, quality, compliance and operations, • The opportunity to work closely with the Factory General Manager, • A role where your ideas and improvements can have a genuine impact If you're an experienced food manufacturing professional who is ready for more responsibility, wants to progress your career and would love the chance to work Monday–Friday, days instead of shifts, we'd love to hear from you. WOR1 #J-18808-Ljbffr

We have a new and exciting opportunity for an ambitious and forward-thinking People operations manager to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our People services across Diverse Academies Trust. As our People operations manager, you will lead a talented and experienced team of operational a

ILIOS is the Construction Partner for the UK’s STEP (Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production) fusion programme, the UK’s world‑leading programme to design and build a prototype fusion energy power plant at West Burton in Nottinghamshire. ILIOS is a consortium led by a joint venture between Kier and Nuvia, supported by AECOM, AL_A and Turner & Townsend, bringing together extensive experience across major infrastructure, nuclear and safety‑critical engineering, complex site transformation, programme and cost management, and world‑class design. Working as part of the public–private sector integrated team led by UK Fusion Energy (UKFE), a wholly owned subsidiary of the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), ILIOS is embedded in the programme as STEP transitions from planning into delivery. The consortium supports the design and construction of buildings, infrastructure and facilities across the STEP site, alongside constructability, programme planning, site management, supply‑chain engagement and project controls, helping to ensure delivery is safe, buildable and fully integrated with the wider programme. The appointment of ILIOS marks a significant milestone in the UK’s transition to clean energy and supports STEP’s mission to demonstrate fusion energy and develop a world‑leading fusion supply chain, creating long‑term economic and skills opportunities for the UK. The Assistant Project Manager supports the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of projects, helping to ensure they achieve agreed objectives, timescales, budgets, and quality requirements. Working closely with the Project Manager and wider project team, the role provides coordination, reporting, governance, stakeholder engagement, and project control support throughout the project lifecycle. The Assistant Project Manager acts as a key point of communication between project stakeholders, suppliers, and delivery teams, assisting with the management of schedules, risks, issues, actions, costs, and project documentation. The role supports effective decision-making and contributes to the successful delivery of projects in accordance with organisational standards and project management processes. • Support the delivery of projects across all lifecycle phases, including definition, design, procurement, manufacture, construction, and commissioning., • Assist the Project Manager in monitoring project performance against scope, schedule, cost, quality, and delivery objectives., • Support the management of project scope and the administration of change control processes., • Coordinate project activities to ensure delivery milestones and objectives are achieved., • Support mobilisation of project teams and coordination of project start-up activities., • Assist in the development, maintenance, and communication of Project Management Plans, schedules, and governance arrangements., • Coordinate stakeholder engagement activities and support project readiness reviews., • Support the development and maintenance of project schedules, budgets, and forecasts., • Assist in maintaining Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS), and organisational reporting structures., • Collect, analyse, and report project performance data to support effective project controls., • Assist with cost tracking, commitment management, and cost-to-complete forecasting., • Support procurement activities, including preparation of enquiry documentation and supplier engagement., • Assist with tender evaluations and supplier assessments., • Monitor supplier and subcontractor performance and support contract administration activities., • Ensure procurement records and documentation are maintained accurately., • Produce project reports, dashboards, and management information for internal and external stakeholders., • Coordinate project review meetings and maintain actions, decisions, and project records., • Monitor project progress and highlight potential issues, risks, or variances to the Project Manager., • Support governance processes and maintain compliance with project management procedures., • Support communication and collaboration between project teams, contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders., • Contribute to the achievement of project safety, quality, and delivery objectives., • Assist in ensuring project activities comply with company policies and procedures., • Support the identification, assessment, and maintenance of project risks and opportunities., • Assist with the tracking and implementation of risk mitigation actions., • Maintain project risk and issue registers and support escalation processes where required., • Support the development of tender submissions, cost estimates, and project delivery plans., • Assist with proposal preparation and bid activities., • Contribute project management and delivery input to support business development opportunities., • Qualification in Engineering, Project Management, Business Management, or a related discipline., • Working towards or holding a recognised project management qualification (e.g., APM PMQ, PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMP or equivalent)., • Demonstrates professional standards of behaviour and compliance with legal, regulatory, and technical requirements., • Good commercial awareness and understanding of project financial management principles., • Experience within a project, engineering, construction, or programme delivery environment., • Demonstrable experience supporting project delivery, project controls, planning, project engineering, or project coordination activities., • Good organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills., • Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams., • Developing problem-solving, planning, and risk management skills., • Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word., • Full UK driving licence., • 8.5% Pension Contribution & Life Assurance, • Private Medical Scheme*, • Employee Share Scheme, • Salary Sacrifice Schemes: Electrical Vehicles, Technology and Cycle to Work, • 18 Weeks Full Maternity Pay* (+21w SMP), • 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays (increasing to 28 days after 5 years’ service, 31 days after 10 years’ service), • Option to buy, sell and carry over up to 5 days annual leave per year, • In partnership with trade unions, • Personal Development & Further Education Support, • Long Service & Recognition Awards, • Free Employee Assistance Programme, • Gym Discounts *After 1 year of service. NUVIA UK - a subsidiary of VINCI construction - is an international company that operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally. NUVIA UK is a performance-driven company that is committed to the development of its people within a culture of safety, innovation, and excellence. NUVIA UK is committed towards equality in employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Build a career at STEP Fusion, a subsidiary of the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), driving the delivery of the spherical tokamak for energy production (STEP) prototype fusion plant. UK Industrial Fusion Solutions (UKIFS) is building a company and a supply chain, and we are looking for a skilled Project Manager to lead projects within the STEP programme. Fusion energy offers a low‑carbon baseload solution to support climate action and energy independence. The project seeks to bring the STEP prototype operational by 2040, collaborating with industrial partners and a national government agenda. We’re seeking a Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of projects and workstreams within the STEP programme. In this role, you’ll take ownership of planning and execution, ensuring objectives are clearly defined and delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. As part of the programme’s governance structure, you’ll collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation to deliver agreed outputs and realise benefits. You’ll provide updates to senior managers, project boards, and SROs, while guiding technical teams with revised approaches when needed. You’ll ensure all projects comply with established project management standards and UK Government requirements, including Functional Standard 002, the Teal Book, and other relevant frameworks. • Project – Develop a comprehensive Project Management Plan, manage interdependencies, and execute within time, cost, and quality boundaries., • Project Management – Lead daily project and team management, select delivery methodology, and manage transitions between phases/gates., • Business Case – Expand the approved Business Case into a full plan, revise it throughout the life‑cycle, and contribute to updates., • Planning & Scheduling – Create and maintain detailed project schedules, resource allocations, and milestone tracking., • Resource Management – Secure required resources, coordinate with lead engineers and technical leads, and address under‑performance., • Compliance – Ensure delivery complies with legal, regulatory, and organisational requirements (Health & Safety, CDM, GDPR, etc.) and maintain audit trails., • Contract Management & Procurement – Develop and manage supplier contracts, drive change control, monitor performance, and negotiate terms., • Governance, Assurance & Reporting – Organise assurance processes, provide regular progress reports, and maintain document control., • Benefits Management – Track progress against benefit realisation plans., • Stakeholder Management – Manage stakeholder relationships, secure senior level support, and maintain internal/external relationships., • Project Performance & Controls – Capture all project changes, maintain controls, and manage the Project Controls lead when present., • Cost Control – Establish the financial baseline, monitor expenditure, track KPIs, and report financial performance., • Risk & Issue Management – Proactively manage risks and issues, maintain registers, and ensure timely escalation., • Collaborate – Lead collaboration with relevant divisions and external partners., • Guidance & Support – Provide coaching and support to the project team., • Line Management – Experienced Level 5 PMs may line‑manage up to 5 junior professionals and agency workers., • Manage budgets up to £10 million per annum, track invoices, identify under‑/over‑spend early, and propose mitigating actions to governance structures. Essential Skills & Experience • Proven project management experience, preferably within a related industry; STEM experience an advantage., • Recognised project management qualification (APM PMQ, Prince 2, PMP)., • Experience with diverse methodologies (waterfall, agile, hybrid) and appropriate governance., • Budgeting and financial project management experience up to £10 million pa., • Contract management experience; NEC 4 or Crown Commercial qualification preferred., • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills., • Commercial awareness and ability to maximise project value., • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple workstreams. Desirable • Experience with the fusion industry., • Degree qualification in STEM/Engineering., • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills., • Adaptability to changing priorities. Active engagement with APM and other external bodies for continuous development. Contributions to STEP meetings, community of practice, and conferences are valued. We welcome applications from under‑represented groups, particularly women in STEM, British black and ethnic minority backgrounds and individuals with disabilities. Our Executive team and EDI Partner promote diversity and make efforts to remove recruitment barriers. UKIFS is committed to accessibility. Please email if you require assistance or adjustments to level the playing field. This role requires completion of an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks. SC clearance may be required in the future; existing clearance may be transferred. • We champion safety, • We all matter, • We act as one, • We embrace change, • We are pioneering, • We deliver Location: West Burton, Nottinghamshire (onsite 3 days a week). The closing date for this advert is 9 January 2026. For more information on UKIFS, visit . For benefits details, see life-at-ukaea/employee-benefits/. Salary: £56,596 (inclusive of Specialist Allowance) plus benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr

We have a new and exciting opportunity for an ambitious and forward-thinking People operations manager to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our People services across Diverse Academies Trust. Reporting directly to the Head of people culture, this is a high-profile leadership role responsible for leading our People Operations function and ensuring the delivery of professional, efficient and customer-focused services that support more than 1,300 colleagues across our family of academies and central teams. This is a rare opportunity to influence organisation-wide workforce practice, lead service transformation, and contribute to strategic decision-making that helps our colleagues thrive and our children and young people achieve their full potential. As our People operations manager, you will lead a talented and experienced team of operational and advisory team members and take ownership of key areas including employee relations, workforce data and reporting, people systems, payroll and pensions oversight, compliance, policy development and continuous service improvement. You will work closely with academy leaders, executive leaders and central teams to ensure our people services are efficient, compliant, responsive and focused on delivering excellent outcomes. The successful candidate will: • Lead and develop a high-performing people operations team, creating a culture of service excellence, accountability and continuous improvement., • Provide expert advice and support on complex workforce matters, organisational change, job evaluation, employee relations and workforce planning., • Drive innovation and transformation through the optimisation of people systems, workforce analytics and operational processes, helping the Trust make informed, evidence-based decisions., • Oversee outsourced payroll and pensions provision, ensuring robust governance, compliance and high-quality service delivery., • Work collaboratively with leaders across the Trust to deliver strategic priorities, support organisational development and enhance the colleague experience., • Significant experience operating at a senior HR or People leadership level., • Experience leading people operations within a complex, multi-site organisation., • Extensive knowledge of employee relations, employment law, workforce practice and people service delivery., • Demonstrable experience leading and developing teams whilst influencing senior stakeholders., • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret workforce data and translate insight into action., • CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent senior professional experience, • Experience working within the education, public sector or multi-academy trust environment., • Experience implementing or developing HRIS, payroll or workforce management systems., • Knowledge of public sector pensions administration., • Experience supporting organisational transformation and service improvement initiatives. Diverse Academies is a multi-academy trust with a vision to inspire, to raise aspirations and to create brighter tomorrows. Across primary, secondary and special settings, we share a common mission to nurture curiosity, develop wellbeing and empower children and young people to go beyond their aspirations. Together, we believe we can make a difference in our diverse communities, and in the lives of those who learn with us and work with us. We empower. We respect. We care. Visits are welcomed and encouraged - please contact Sarah Green - Head of people culture at to arrange, or for further information. At Diverse Academies, you’ll find yourself in a vibrant, inclusive and supportive environment, where everyone can grow, progress and achieve a fulfilling career. We offer a fantastic range of rewards and benefits, challenging and interesting work, and opportunities to achieve your potential. In return you will benefit from: • Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Schemewith an employer contribution of at least 21.8%, • Operational support holidays of 32 days + 8 bank holidays, • ExcellentContinuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunitiescovering technical, leadership and coaching skills via the trust’s Diverse Association for Professional Learning, • Employee Assistance Programme, • GP helpline, • Health and wellbeing advice and support, • Eyecare vouchers, • Salary sacrifice schemes - car scheme, cycle to work, home and electronics, • Lifestyle savings - discounts and offers on gym memberships, holidays, days out, shopping, restaurants, etc, • Health cash plan (personal or family) - where you pay monthly and can claim money back on private treatments such as dental, optical and therapies (e.g. physiotherapy, osteopathy etc), • Childcare - breakfast and after school provision, • Take a look at our rewards and benefits online Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should we identify an appropriate candidate. Closing date:Friday 9 October 2026 Provisional interview date: Thursday 15 October 2026 Start date:As soon as possible If you have any initial questions or would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact Sarah Green - Head of people culture at #J-18808-Ljbffr

• Salary: £64,115 + excellent benefits including outstanding pension, • Division: UKFE - Commercial, • Site Location: West Burton, Nottinghamshire, • Department: UKFE - Commercial and Supply Chain The UK Government has established UK Fusion Energy (UKFE) Ltd, a subsidiary of UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), to lead the charge in delivering fusion energy through design and delivery of the Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production (STEP) prototype fusion plant. UKFE is establishing itself, setting up the company, attracting talent, engaging with industry, developing a supply chain, and planning and constructing of the STEP prototype. Fusion energy, crucial for combating climate change and ensuring energy independence, is expected to be commercially viable by mid-century. The UK, led by UKFE, aims for a prototype fusion plant, targeting first operations around 2040. UK Fusion Energy Ltd will lead delivery, collaborating with industrial partners and building a fusion supply chain with an estimated global sector value of £7tn per year. Join UKIFS and the STEP programme to be involved in this ground breaking journey. As an employee of UKFE, you will benefit from: • Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert., • Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and a relocation allowance (if eligible)., • Flexible working options including family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment., • Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders., • Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays., • A vibrant culture committed to being fully inclusive. The salary for this role is £64,115 + excellent benefits including outstanding pension. This position is to be based at West Burton, Nottinghamshire and onsite working is expected for 3 days each week. The Lead Commercial Manager is a senior commercial leader accountable for the definition and delivery of commercial strategy across one or more Integrated Project Teams (IPTs), ensuring alignment to the overall STEP programme commercial model and long-term delivery objectives. The role operates with a high degree of autonomy and acts as a senior commercial authority, shaping programme-wide approaches to contracting, risk allocation, and supply chain strategy within a First‑of‑a‑kind, highly complex infrastructure programme. The post holder will provide strategic commercial leadership across the full project lifecycle, from early market engagement and procurement strategy development through to contract delivery, optimisation, and closeout. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the role provides expert commercial leadership across the full project lifecycle - from cost planning and procurement through to final account agreement. The post holder will work closely with finance, programme and technical colleagues, representing commercial in a quad governance arrangement accountable for the successful execution of the IPTs objectives. Relationships will need to be built and maintained with internal stakeholders, external partners, and key suppliers to ensure the successful execution of contracts, with a focus on alliancing, collaborative working, and delivering business objectives. This position is pivotal to ensuring that the programme achieves the tactical objectives of the IPT contributing to the strategic success of the STEP programme. The role holder will be accountable for the oversight of a portfolio of contracts within their area, acting as the STEP commercial representative on strategic, high value and/or complex contracts and delegating authority to Commercial Managers where appropriate to do so. The role is integral to a quad governance arrangement and is accountable not only for IPT outcomes but also for influencing and assuring commercial coherence across the wider STEP programme. The role holder will: • Lead the commercial function within their IPT., • Influence cross-IPT commercial decision-making and contribute to programme-wide commercial frameworks and governance., • Represent commercial at senior internal and external forums, including executive and government stakeholders., • Shape innovative commercial delivery solutions to support the successful delivery of a first‑of‑a‑kind fusion programme., • Provide expert leadership in the development of procurement and contracting strategies for complex contracts., • Lead the drafting, review and negotiation of complex contractual arrangements, including joint ventures, alliancing models, major construction and infrastructure agreements including but not limited to joint venture agreements, supply contracts, construction agreements, and service contracts, specific to the IPT., • Define and influence commercial strategies that align IPT delivery with overall programme objectives and long‑term commercial models., • Develop innovative commercial solutions in areas where limited precedent exists, reflecting the novel nature of fusion delivery., • Ensure contract terms reflect programme risk appetite, regulatory frameworks, and commercial objectives., • Establish and oversee robust commercial risk identification and mitigation strategies., • Lead the commercial and cost strategy for major portfolios of construction and infrastructure contracts in the IPT, ensuring accurate forecasting, budgetary control, and cost assurance., • Ensure integration of cost strategies across multiple contracts and delivery partners to optimise programme‑level outcomes., • Provide strategic oversight and commercial leadership in the management of:, • Cost planning and cost breakdown structures., • Target costs and commercial incentive models (e.g pain/gain)., • Forecasts, cashflows, and earned value metrics., • Advise senior stakeholders on commercial implications of strategic programme decisions, including scope evolution, delivery models, and investment decisions., • Maintain accountability for cost management within governance thresholds while influencing programme affordability and value for money., • When acting as commercial representative on a strategic contract, ensure change is being managed effectively i.e. properly instructed, valued, negotiated, and recorded in accordance with contractual mechanisms (e.g. NEC)., • Be accountable for ensuring that value for money, robustness, and contractual compliance is maintained and demonstrable on all contracts within the IPT., • Support direct reports in reaching agreement on final accounts and ensure timely, controlled contract close‑out., • Drive alignment of change control practices across IPTs to support programme consistency and auditability., • Shape and influence the development of programme‑wide commercial delivery models and contracting frameworks., • Provide expert guidance to direct reports and senior stakeholders on contract selection, pricing mechanisms, risk allocation, and commercial models., • Lead commercial negotiations at tender and post‑contract stages on all strategic contracts within the portfolio., • Be accountable for ensuring contracts are administered in line with agreed terms, governance standards, and regulatory requirements., • Drive contractor performance, utilising contractual performance metrics, commercial levers and strong relationship management to deliver desired outcomes., • Provide expert leadership in the management of escalated cost and commercial risks, ensuring mitigation strategies are developed and implemented and outcomes acceptable to the programme are achieved., • Resolve high‑value, multi‑party disputes with significant programme implications., • Lead dispute avoidance activities through early intervention, commercial negotiation, and strong relationship management., • Provide expertise and leadership in formal dispute resolution processes where required., • Support the Senior Commercial Manager in resolution of complex and/or escalated issues and disputes., • Produce and present high‑quality cost and commercial reporting to senior stakeholders., • Provide programme‑level insight and assurance on cost, risk, and commercial performance across portfolios., • Maintain accurate, auditable cost and contract records in line with organisational and regulatory requirements across the role holder’s portfolio., • Support internal and external audits and provide professional commercial assurance., • Drive continuous improvement in cost management processes, data quality, and reporting discipline., • Act as a senior commercial interface with government bodies, regulators and strategic partners, influencing policy and commercial approaches., • Build and maintain trusted relationships within the wider Commercial team, Senior Project Managers, Senior Engineers, Senior Finance representatives, and other senior stakeholders including executive level directors., • Represent the organisation in commercial meetings with key external stakeholders including DESNZ and Cabinet Office commercial colleagues., • Represent the organisation as the lead cost and commercial authority in meetings with contractors and delivery partners., • Provide mentoring, guidance, and professional oversight to direct reports, and other commercial colleagues., • Act as a role model for professional integrity, ethical behaviour, and organisational values., • Regardless of your formal position, you embody a leadership mindset and a set of leadership behaviours. You embrace and embody our organisation's culture, values, and mission in all aspects of your work., • Foster a positive and inclusive team environment that aligns with our cultural values., • Contribute to maintaining a respectful and collaborative workplace, valuing diversity, and promoting teamwork., • Act as a cultural ambassador, representing our organisation's values and professionalism in interactions with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders., • Lead by example, demonstrating integrity, professionalism, and ethical behaviour., • Make informed decisions and solve problems effectively, considering diverse perspectives and organisational goals. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of activities and you may be required to undertake other reasonable tasks or duties requested. • Significant experience in commercial and/or procurement on construction, infrastructure projects or similar., • Proven ability to manage high‑value, high‑risk contracts across the project lifecycle., • Demonstrated experience operating at programme level, influencing or integrating multiple delivery streams or contracts., • Strong understanding of standard forms of contract (e.g. NEC, bespoke construction contracts)., • Demonstrable expertise in cost forecasting, valuation, change control, and final accounts., • Excellent analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills., • Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline., • Experience operating in ambiguous, evolving or first‑of‑a‑kind delivery environments requiring innovative commercial solutions., • Actively working towards or qualified member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS/FRICS)., • Ability to demonstrate competence aligned to RICS/ CIPS pathways, particularly:, • Commercial Management of Construction., • Construction Technology and Environmental Services., • Contract Practice., • Procurement and Tendering., • Risk Management., • Experience working in highly regulated or public‑sector environments., • Experience supporting or managing quantity surveying/ procurement staff., • Familiarity with assurance, governance, and delegated authority frameworks., • Experience engaging with executive‑level stakeholders and government bodies on commercial strategy. Professional Development and Collaboration: Active engagement with APM and other relevant external bodies as part of continuous development. Support the wider STEP PPM community via active contributions at STEP meetings and events, contributions at Community of Practice or conferences etc. We welcome applications from under‑represented groups, particularly women in STEM and individuals from British black and ethnic minority backgrounds, and individuals with disabilities. Our Executive team, supported by our 'Equality, Diversity and Inclusion' (EDI) Partner and Inclusion Ambassadors, actively promotes EDI and takes steps to increase diversity within our organisation. We reinforce best practices in recruitment and selection and evaluate approaches to remove barriers to success. UKIFS is committed to being accessible. Please email [emailprotected] if you have any questions or require help or adjustments to compete on a fair basis, for example, changes to the way we interview or share information. This role requires employees to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), including the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions. Whilst not required at this time, there is a possibility of an SC Clearance being required in the future. If a candidate already holds an SC clearance, that clearance can be transferred to UKIFS. As we work towards our mission and goals, guided by our principles, STEP has six behaviours that are intended to capture the spirit of how we work: • We champion safety., • We all matter., • We act as one., • We are pioneering., • We deliver. For applicants applying from outside the United Kingdom or those who have spent time outside the UK in the last five years, please visit the following link for information on criminal records checks: government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants. If your country of residence or previous residence is not listed on the website or if the UK Government does not have information on obtaining a criminal records check from that state, we regret to inform you that we cannot process your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr

• Location: Retford, Nottinghamshire, • Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent, • Salary: Competitive Join our team as an Operations Manager and play a pivotal role in the end-to-end management of our production facility. This position is integral to optimising factory workflows, enhancing material sourcing, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. You will work closely with the Factory General Manager to achieve operational excellence. • Production Oversight: Manage daily operations across all production shifts to ensure manufacturing targets are met., • Efficiency Measures: Monitor and analyse operational performance metrics to maximize throughput and batch yield rates., • Process Improvement: Implement Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or Continuous Improvement methodologies to reduce production bottlenecks and downtime., • Resource Optimization: Design shift schedules to control labour costs and align with raw material intake., • Sourcing & Negotiation: Establish commercial contracts with vendors for raw ingredients and packaging., • Cost Control: Manage vendor relationships to optimise material costs and control stock expenses., • Supplier Performance: Audit supplier performance to ensure quality and timely delivery of materials., • Inventory Control: Collaborate with warehouse teams to manage stock levels and minimise waste., • Audit Leadership: Lead annual BRCGS audits ensuring compliance and quality standards., • Compliance Maintenance: Maintain the facility's BRCGS compliance rating., • Traceability Protocols: Ensure traceability of all ingredients and finished goods., • Corrective Action: Conduct root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions for operational or safety issues., • Health & Safety: Enforce health, safety, and hygiene policies across production teams., • Experience: Proven management experience in factory production and procurement within a food manufacturing environment. Experience in leading BRCGS audits., • Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of food safety legislation, HACCP principles, and supplier standards. Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or 5S frameworks., • Leadership Competencies: Strong negotiation, contract management, and communication skills. Ability to lead, train, and motivate teams. Analytical and detail-oriented under pressure., • Company pension scheme., • Full-time working hours, Monday to Friday., • Comprehensive training provided. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Salary to £40k Based Retford A Workshop Supervisor is required with experience gained within a mechanical service / repair environment. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the workshop team and operations, ensuring effective labour resource allocation to successfully achieve high quality turnaround of work with budget and time constraints. Liaising with suppliers and customers, you will build strong relationships and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction. You will also look for areas to improve efficiencies whilst also developing effective administration systems. Candidates will have experience gained as a Supervisor / Team Leader within a similar Workshop environment. You will have strong mechanical experience, ideally with good technical knowledge of process equipment / process components and preferably within hygienic processing industries #J-18808-Ljbffr

Join our team as an Operations Manager and play a pivotal role in the end-to-end management of our production facility. Production Oversight: Manage daily operations across all production shifts to ensure manufacturing targets are met. You will work closely with the Factory General Manager to achiev

• Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits including Outstanding Pension, • Division: UKFE - People and Operations, • Site Location: West Burton, Nottinghamshire, • Department: UKFE - People STEP Fusion UK Fusion Energy (UKFS) Ltd, a subsidiary of the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), is at the forefront of developing fusion sustainable energy. Through the design and delivery of STEP (Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production) programme we aim to build a prototype fusion plant, targeting first operations around 2040. UKFE will lead delivery, collaborating with industrial partners and building a fusion supply chain with an estimated global sector value of £7tn per year. Onsite workingis expected for3 days each week, however, we actively support requests for Flexible Working. As an employee of UKFE you will benefit from: • Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert., • Corporate bonus scheme up to7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible)., • Flexible working options including family friendly policies., • Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders,, • Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays., • Wide range of career development opportunities., • A vibrant culture committed to equality and being fully inclusive. The salary for this role is £73,190 + excellent benefits including outstanding pension. The closing date to apply for this position is the 13th Oct 2026 This UKFE vacancy will be based at our site in West Burton, Nottinghamshire As our Talent Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the people strategy behind one of the most ambitious missions of our time — making fusion energy a reality. You’ll lead the design and delivery of our end‑to‑end talent and capability development strategy, ensuring we attract, onboard, engage, develop, and retain the exceptional people who will help deliver this national endeavour. This is a rare opportunity to help build a high‑performance, inclusive culture from the ground up — one where expertise thrives, careers accelerate, and people feel genuinely proud to contribute to a mission with global impact. You will act as a trusted strategic partner to leaders across UKFE and our wider ecosystem, influencing how we grow, support, and future‑proof our workforce. This organisation is unlike any other: a fusion of industry pace, public‑sector responsibility, startup innovation, and large‑scale national infrastructure delivery. Your work will help shape what this unique blend looks like for our people. What you will bring to this role: • Develop and implement an enterprise-wide talent development strategy that supports STEP’s delivery and evolving organisational needs., • Establish clear career pathways and progression frameworks, enabling internal mobility and long‑term capability growth., • Lead succession planning, talent reviews, and interventions for high‑potential and mission‑critical roles., • Create a modern, engaging onboarding and induction experience that supports rapid integration and cross‑functional collaboration., • Ensure onboarding reflects UKFE’s unique partnership model and high‑integrity safety and delivery culture., • Partner with leaders, hiring managers, candidates, employees, project members and People Business Partners to support talent retention in UKFEand the STEP programme., • Develop and commission targeted learning and development programmes, including technical capability uplift and behavioural development aligned to STEP values., • Design and deliver leadership development initiatives that empower managers to lead in complex, cross‑sector, delivery‑focused environments., • Support leaders in shaping culture intentionally — balancing innovation, inclusion, delivery discipline, and long‑term purpose., • Lead initiatives to foster a connected, informed, and engaged workforce — through both insight and action., • Develop and run engagement frameworks, including surveys, listening activities, and people‑focused communications., • Champion continuous improvement in employee experience, working across People, Comms and Delivery teams., • Shape and refine our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) to reflect the UKFEidentity and purpose., • Embed principles of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) in all aspects of the talent and development agenda — ensuring a culture of psychological safety, belonging and contribution., • Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on people development, engagement, and cultural change., • Regardless of your formal position, you embody a leadership mindset and a set of leadership behaviours. You embrace and embody our organisation's culture, values, and mission in all aspects of your work., • Foster a positive and inclusive team environment that aligns with our cultural values., • Contribute to maintaining a respectful and collaborative workplace, valuing diversity, and promoting teamwork., • Ensure Talent Acquisition Team have the tools and training to be successful in their roles., • Act as a cultural ambassador, representing our organisation's values and professionalism in interactions with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders., • Lead by example, demonstrating integrity, professionalism, and ethical behaviour., • Make informed decisions and solve problems effectively, considering diverse perspectives and organisational goals., • CIPD Level 7 or equivalent qualification and solid experience (5-7 years) in a relevant function, • Proven track record in leading talent development, learning, or organisational development functions within complex, technical, or delivery‑focused organisations., • Deep understanding of how to grow talent in dynamic and fast‑evolving environments, with a pragmatic approach to execution., • Strong experience designing and embedding career and capability frameworks, onboarding programmes, and leadership development pathways., • Strategic and systems thinker with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and operate in ambiguity., • Passion for culture‑building and working in service of a long‑term, mission‑led purpose., • Experience in engineering or infrastructure, and/or large‑scale programmes., • Familiarity with partnership or joint venture models across public and private sectors., • Understanding of organisational transition and culture evolution in newly formed entities., • Experience with budget ownership and management. We welcome applications from under-represented groups, particularly women in STEM and individuals from British black and ethnic minority backgrounds, and individuals with disabilities. Our Executive team, supported by our 'Equality, Diversity and Inclusion' (EDI) Partner and Inclusion Ambassadors, actively promotes EDI and takes steps to increase diversity within our organisation. We reinforce best practices in recruitment and selection and evaluate approaches to remove barriers to success. UKFE is committed to being accessible. Please email if you have any questions or require help or adjustments to compete on a fair basis, for example, changes to the way we interview or share information. This role requires employees to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), including the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions. Whilst not required at this time, there is a possibility of an SC Clearance being required in the future. If a candidate already holds an SC clearance, that clearance can be transferred to UKIFS. For applicants applying from outside the United Kingdom or those who have spent time outside the UK in the last five years, please visit the following link for information on criminal records checks: government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants If your country of residence or previous residence is not listed on the website or if the UK Government does not have information on obtaining a criminal records check from that state, we regret to inform you that we cannot process your application. Please note that vacancies are generally advertised for 4 weeks but may close earlier if we receive a large number of applications. We may consider your application for future positions or similar positions within the organisation. We have a number of exceptional opportunities available at the moment, to view them all please visit Careers - STEP. 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ILIOS is the Construction Partner for the UK's STEP (Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production) fusion programme, the UK's world‑leading programme to design and build a prototype fusion energy power plant at West Burton in Nottinghamshire. ILIOS is a consortium led by a joint venture between Kier and Nuvia, supported by AECOM, AL_A and Turner & Townsend, bringing together extensive experience across major national infrastructure, nuclear and safety‑critical engineering, complex site transformation, programme and cost management, and world‑class design. Working as part of the public–private sector integrated team led by UK Fusion Energy (UKFE), a wholly owned subsidiary of the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), ILIOS is embedded in the programme as STEP transitions from planning into delivery. The Assistant Project Manager supports the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of projects, helping to ensure they achieve agreed objectives, timescales, budgets, and quality requirements. Working closely with the Project Manager and wider project team, the role provides coordination, reporting, governance, stakeholder engagement, and project control support throughout the project lifecycle. The Assistant Project Manager acts as a key point of communication between project stakeholders, suppliers, and delivery teams, assisting with the management of schedules, risks, issues, actions, costs, and project documentation. The role supports effective decision-making and contributes to the successful delivery of projects in accordance with organisational standards and project management processes. • Support the delivery of projects across all lifecycle phases, including definition, design, procurement, manufacture, construction, and commissioning., • Support mobilisation of project teams and coordination of project start-up activities., • Support the development and maintenance of project schedules, budgets, and forecasts., • Support procurement activities, including preparation of enquiry documentation and supplier engagement., • Produce project reports, dashboards, and management information for internal and external stakeholders., • Support communication and collaboration between project teams, contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders., • Support the identification, assessment, and maintenance of project risks and opportunities., • Support the development of tender submissions, cost estimates, and project delivery plans., • Assist with proposal preparation and bid activities., • Assist the Project Manager in monitoring project performance against scope, schedule, cost, quality, and delivery objectives., • Coordinate project activities to ensure delivery milestones and objectives are achieved., • Assist in maintaining Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS), and organisational reporting structures., • Qualification in Engineering, Project Management, Business Management, or a related discipline., • Working towards or holding a recognised project management qualification (e.g., APM PMQ, PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMP or equivalent)., • Demonstrates professional standards of behaviour and compliance with legal, regulatory, and technical requirements., • Good commercial awareness and understanding of project financial management principles., • Experience within a project, engineering, construction, or programme delivery environment., • Demonstrable experience supporting project delivery, project controls, planning, project engineering, or project coordination activities., • Good organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills., • Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams., • Developing problem‑solving, planning, and risk management skills., • Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word., • Full UK driving licence., • 8.5% Employer Pension Contribution with Life Assurance Cover, • Private Medical Scheme*, • Employee Share Scheme, • Flexible and hybrid working, in agreement with local line management., • 25 Days Annual Leave (increasing to 28 days after 5 years’ service, 31 days after 10 years’ service), • Option to buy, sell and carry over up to 5 days annual leave per year., • Salary Sacrifice Schemes: Electrical Vehicles, Technology and Cycle to Work., • 18 Weeks Full Maternity Pay* (+21w SMP), • In Partnership with Trade Unions, • Personal Development & Further Education Support, • Long Service & Recognition Awards, • Fantastic Employee Discounts, • Free Employee Assistance Programme, • After 1 year of service. #J-18808-Ljbffr

NUVIA is seeking a Package Manager to plan, coordinate and deliver projects at West Burton Power Station in Retford or Milton Park, Abingdon. This hybrid role requires 3 days on site and 40 hours per week in a permanent position, working within STEP fusion construction programs. You will act as the central communication hub among stakeholders, teams, suppliers and senior leadership, owning schedules, budgets and governance through the project lifecycle. #J-18808-Ljbffr

ILIOS is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support planning, coordination and delivery of projects within the STEP programme. You will work with the Project Manager and team to manage schedules, budgets, risks, and governance, ensuring objectives are met. You will communicate with stakeholders, suppliers and delivery teams, prepare reports and dashboards, and assist with tender submissions and bid activities, while maintaining project documentation and reporting standards. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Your role provides leadership and technical support to the maintenance team, plans and prioritises preventative and reactive maintenance activity, manages asset care, critical spares and site maintenance assets, oversees machine shop maintenance support, and works closely with operational and engine

The closing date to apply for this position is the 13th Oct 2026 This UKFE vacancy will be based at our site in West Burton, Nottinghamshire. This role requires employees to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), including the Disclosure & DBS checks for criminal convictions

Trelleborg Marine & Infrastructure is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead the site maintenance function, ensuring safety, compliance and reliability. You will manage a maintenance team, plan maintenance schedules, oversee repairs and asset care, and collaborate with engineering and operations to improve equipment performance. You will drive continuous improvement, manage budgets, and contribute to energy monitoring and environmental objectives while maintaining strong relationships with #J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: The role can be based at either West Burton Power Station, Retford, Nottinghamshire OR Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire. Work Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days per week on site. Hours: 40 Duration: Permanent ILIOS is the Construction Partner for the UK's STEP (Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production) fusion programme, the UK's world-leading programme to design and build a prototype fusion energy power plant at West Burton in Nottinghamshire. ILIOS is a consortium led by a joint venture between Kier and Nuvia, supported by AECOM, AL_A and Turner & Townsend, bringing together extensive experience across major national infrastructure, nuclear and safety-critical engineering, complex site transformation, programme and cost management, and world-class design. Working as part of the public-private sector integrated team led by UK Fusion Energy (UKFE), a wholly owned subsidiary of the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), ILIOS is embedded in the programme as STEP transitions from planning into delivery. The consortium supports the design and construction of buildings, infrastructure and facilities across the STEP site, alongside constructability, programme planning, site management, supply-chain engagement and project controls, helping to ensure delivery is safe, buildable and fully integrated with the wider programme. The appointment of ILIOS marks a significant milestone in the UK's transition to clean energy and supports STEP's mission to demonstrate fusion energy and develop a world-leading fusion supply chain, creating long-term economic and skills opportunities for the UK. The Package Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering projects successfully while ensuring they meet agreed objectives, timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Central point of communication between stakeholders, project teams, suppliers, and senior leadership, managing resources, risks, issues, and dependencies throughout the project lifecycle. The Package Manager will have accountability for the project schedules, progress, decision-making, and mitigation or resolution of risks and issues. • Accountable for all aspects of project delivery including definition, design, procurement, manufacture, construction and commissioning., • Accountable for project financial performance., • Accountable for the successful delivery of the project in accordance with the PMP., • Management of project scope and any deviation from that agreed scope., • Mobilise the project team, define roles and responsibilities, and secure suitably qualified resources., • Develop, agree and communicate the Project Management Plan, key deliverables schedule, and governance controls., • Establish stakeholder engagement, security requirements, project start-up activities, and construction phase readiness., • Establish and maintain the project baseline budget and schedule., • Develop and align the WBS, CBS and OBS structures., • Implement project accounting and cost control methodologies., • Manage enquiry specifications and procurement activities in line with project delivery strategies., • Evaluate tenders, assess supplier performance and costs, and award subcontracts., • Oversee purchase orders and subcontractor performance in accordance with company procedures., • Monitor project costs, commitments, resources, schedule and scope, implementing corrective actions where required., • Lead regular customer and internal progress reviews, reporting project status and forecasts., • Manage contract changes, deviations and accurate cost-to-complete forecasting., • Lead and supervise project teams in accordance with company standards and the Project Management Plan., • Ensure delivery of project objectives, including safety, quality and performance requirements., • Manage staff and contractor competence, supervision and Health & Safety compliance., • Identify, assess and maintain project risks and opportunities., • Develop and implement effective risk mitigation and management strategies., • Lead the development and submission of competitive tender responses., • Provide project management expertise, estimates and delivery input to proposals., • Support client engagements and proposal development activities to secure new business., • A qualification within either an engineering or business related field., • Project Management related qualification and APM membership, working towards chartership, • Demonstrates competent professional standards of behaviour and compliance with legal and technical requirements., • Demonstrates competent commercial awareness and the ability to negotiate with Clients and improve Nuvia's commercial position within contracts., • 3 years' experience in Project Management as a Project / Senior Project Engineer., • Demonstrable experience in engineering or construction project delivery, with demonstrable competence gained in a project management position., • Can deliver project management expertise, leadership, problem solving and conflict management skills to a competent level. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Nelson Permanent Placements are sourcing a hands-on CSCS/SSTS Supervisor for a refurbishment project in Retford. You will oversee a team of sub-contractors on a commercial building, including strip-out, moving partitions, and ceiling fixture replacements. This is a hands-on role requiring a working supervisor from a carpentry or multi-trade background. The role emphasises keeping the programme on schedule, problem solving on-site, and leading trades operatives through project milestones. #J-18808-Ljbffr

NPP are recruiting for a CSCS, SMSTS or SSSTS Supervisor to perform duties on a refurb project in Retford. The role entails supervising a team of sub-contractors on the refurb of commercial building involving some strip out, moving of partitions and replacement of some ceiling fixtures. This is a hand on role that would suit a working supervisor from a carpenty or multi-trade background. • CSCS Card (prefferably supervisor/manager), • SSSTS or SMSTS, • 1st Aid, • Trades skills, • Ability to work hands on, • Experience of supervising trades operatives, • Problem solving, • Able to keep the programme on schedule #J-18808-Ljbffr

ILIOS is the Construction Partner for the UK’s STEP (Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production) fusion programme, the UK’s world‑leading programme to design and build a prototype fusion energy power plant at West Burton in Nottinghamshire. ILIOS is a consortium led by a joint venture between Kier and Nuvia, supported by AECOM, AL_A and Turner & Townsend, bringing together extensive experience across major national infrastructure, nuclear and safety‑critical engineering, complex site transformation, programme and cost management, and world‑class design. Working as part of the public–private sector integrated team led by UK Fusion Energy (UKFE), a wholly owned subsidiary of the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), ILIOS is embedded in the programme as STEP transitions from planning into delivery. The Assistant Project Manager supports the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of projects, helping to ensure they achieve agreed objectives, timescales, budgets, and quality requirements. Working closely with the Project Manager and wider project team, the role provides coordination, reporting, governance, stakeholder engagement, and project control support throughout the project lifecycle. The Assistant Project Manager acts as a key point of communication between project stakeholders, suppliers, and delivery teams, assisting with the management of schedules, risks, issues, actions, costs, and project documentation. The role supports effective decision-making and contributes to the successful delivery of projects in accordance with organisational standards and project management processes. • Support the delivery of projects across all lifecycle phases, including definition, design, procurement, manufacture, construction, and commissioning., • Support mobilisation of project teams and coordination of project start-up activities., • Support the development and maintenance of project schedules, budgets, and forecasts., • Support procurement activities, including preparation of enquiry documentation and supplier engagement., • Produce project reports, dashboards, and management information for internal and external stakeholders., • Support communication and collaboration between project teams, contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders., • Support the identification, assessment, and maintenance of project risks and opportunities., • Support the development of tender submissions, cost estimates, and project delivery plans., • Assist with proposal preparation and bid activities., • Assist the Project Manager in monitoring project performance against scope, schedule, cost, quality, and delivery objectives., • Coordinate project activities to ensure delivery milestones and objectives are achieved., • Assist in maintaining Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS), and organisational reporting structures. Qualification in Engineering, Project Management, Business Management, or a related discipline. Working towards or holding a recognised project management qualification (e.g., APM PMQ, PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMP or equivalent). Demonstrates professional standards of behaviour and compliance with legal, regulatory, and technical requirements. Good commercial awareness and understanding of project financial management principles. Experience within a project, engineering, construction, or programme delivery environment. Demonstrable experience supporting project delivery, project controls, planning, project engineering, or project coordination activities. Good organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams. Developing problem-solving, planning, and risk management skills. Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Full UK driving licence. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions in Retford, UK, is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead the site maintenance function, ensuring a safe, compliant and reliable working environment. You will provide leadership and technical support to the maintenance team and prioritize planned and reactive maintenance

Responsible for all aspects of supply chain management for a busy aerospace company. This includes driving and leading the end‑to‑end supply chain process, from strategic sourcing and procurement to inventory management, logistics, and compliance with aviation industry standards. The role is critical to ensuring the availability of parts and materials outcomes to support DEA’s engineering, maintenance, and flight operations. • Supply Chain Strategy: Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with DEA's operational goals and regulatory requirements., • Procurement & Sourcing: Oversee the procurement function, identifying suppliers where required, managing supplier selection, contract negotiation, and ongoing performance to ensure quality, cost‑efficiency, and on‑time delivery., • Inventory Management: Optimize inventory control processes for all aircraft components and raw materials to ensure availability of critical stock while minimizing excess and obsolete parts., • Logistics & Distribution: Lead logistics planning, ensuring the correct identification, traceability, storage, and timely release of aircraft parts to maintenance hangars and third‑party customers., • Compliance: Ensure strict compliance with all relevant aviation regulations, import/export controls (including HM Revenue and Customs legislation and other trade controls), and internal quality procedures., • Supply Chain Risk Management: Identify potential supply chain risks and implement contingency plans to mitigate disruptions, such as parts shortages, delivery delays, or alternative suppliers., • Performance Monitoring: Monitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs) for supply chain efficiency, such as lead time, fill rate, and proactively identify cost savings., • Team Leadership & Planning: Provide short‑term planning, scheduling of team workload, daily task allocation, and performance monitoring for direct reports and work as part of an integrated project team to deliver outcomes., • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Supply Chain Management, with a significant portion in the aerospace or a highly regulated engineering/manufacturing environment., • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field., • System Proficiency: Demonstrable working knowledge and experience with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, AMOS) and supply chain software., • Procurement Expertise: Proven ability to strategically source, manage a portfolio of suppliers, and negotiate complex contracts, demonstrating commercial awareness., • Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with aviation industry standards and regulatory compliance (e.g., EASA/CAA/FAA requirements related to parts acceptance and traceability and trade controls)., • Strategic & Analytical Thinking: Ability to think long‑term, align supply chain with business objectives, and use a data‑driven approach for problem‑solving and decision‑making., • Communication & Negotiation: Excellent written and verbal communication, relationship management, and negotiation skills for building positive relationships with suppliers and internal teams., • Leadership: Strong leadership, team management, and coaching skills to drive operational excellence and team development and able to operate as part of a project team to deliver outcomes., • Process Improvement: Knowledge of Lean principles or certification (e.g., Lean Six Sigma, APICS CPIM/CSCP) to drive continuous improvement initiatives., • Risk Management: Strong understanding of risk mitigation and contingency planning to address potential supply chain interruptions. Details not specified. • Mid‑Senior level, • Contract, • Supply Chain, • Airlines and Aviation and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage #J-18808-Ljbffr

ILIOS is the Construction Partner for the UK’s STEP fusion programme, supporting the design and delivery of buildings, infrastructure and facilities at West Burton site in Nottinghamshire. The Assistant Project Manager will support planning, coordination, governance, and project controls, working with the Project Manager and wider team to meet objectives, schedules and budgets. The role acts as a key communication link with stakeholders and suppliers, ensuring safe, on‑time delivery and #J-18808-Ljbffr

Sista ansökningsdag 2026-09-17 Plats: GBR - Retford Make your mark on the future. Accelerate your career with Trelleborg and start shaping industry from the inside. Trelleborg is a world leader in engineered polymer solutions for almost every industry in the world. And we are where we are because our talents brought us here. At Trelleborg Marine & Infrastructure, we go beyond service, building lasting partnerships with engineers, contractors, and owners to deliver long-term solutions that make a real impact. As the Maintenance Manager you will be responsible for leading the site maintenance function to ensure a safe, compliant and reliable working environment. Your role provides leadership and technical support to the maintenance team, plans and prioritises preventative and reactive maintenance activity, manages asset care, critical spares and site maintenance assets, oversees machine shop maintenance support, and works closely with operational and engineering stakeholders to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime and support business performance. You will also contributes to sustainability objectives by supporting energy monitoring, environmental compliance and performance improvement activity. • Lead, coach and develop the maintenance team, including maintenance shift supervisors and maintenance personnel, ensuring clear priorities, safe working practices and effective communication., • Comply with, and promote compliance with, health and safety and environmental legislation, site standards and safe systems of work., • Develop, implement and review planned and preventative maintenance schedules to maintain machinery, equipment and site services., • Oversee reactive repairs and breakdown response to minimise downtime, restore production efficiently and protect product quality and customer service., • Own asset management activity, including equipment condition, maintenance records, critical spares, inspection routines and lifecycle planning., • Manage asset care standards and routines, ensuring machinery, equipment and site assets are maintained, inspected and improved in line with operational, safety and compliance requirements., • Oversee maintenance support for the machine shop, ensuring equipment availability, safe operation, effective repair response and alignment with production priorities., • Manage spare parts availability, stock levels and supplier relationships to support maintenance efficiency and reduce operational risk., • Monitor maintenance KPIs and use data to drive performance, including equipment reliability, downtime, planned maintenance completion, repair response and budget control., • Drive continuous improvement and performance improvement activity by identifying root causes, improving maintenance processes and supporting operational excellence initiatives., • Support sustainability and environmental performance by contributing to energy monitoring, resource efficiency improvements and site environmental objectives., • Manage the maintenance budget, prioritise resources and ensure cost-effective delivery of maintenance activity., • Coordinate contractors, vendors and service providers to ensure safe, compliant and effective delivery of planned work, repairs and improvement projects., • Support equipment upgrades, modifications and project activity in collaboration with engineering, operations and other site functions., • Maintain accurate maintenance documentation, reports, risk-related records and performance data to support decision-making and compliance., • Develop emergency response plans for critical equipment situations and ensure lessons learned are embedded following significant breakdowns or incidents., • Communicate effectively with managers, departments and senior leaders on risks, priorities, progress, escalations and improvement opportunities., • Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent technical qualification in engineering, maintenance, manufacturing engineering or a related discipline is desirable. Relevant experience may be considered in place of formal qualifications., • Proven experience in maintenance leadership, reliability management or manufacturing engineering within a manufacturing environment., • Experience of managing planned and reactive maintenance, contractor support, asset management, critical spares and maintenance performance measures., • Experience working with health and safety requirements, environmental standards, maintenance budgets and continuous improvement activity., • A responsible and results-oriented task in an internationally active industrial company, • We provide an encouraging environment offering growth within the company while investing in your training/education, • Family and congenial working atmosphere with modern equipment, • Very attractive competitive compensation package, • Generous annual leave, • Social and charity events participation, • Flexible working environment with hybrid structure Trelleborg is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we take pride in the diversity of our employees, valuing the special experience and expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business. The ability to develop ground-breaking technologies is one of our key assets and our people make it happen. We provide an encouraging environment which offers growth within the company while investing in employee training/education. Our facility is a close and friendly community which allows you to brainstorm your ideas with other colleagues. We encourage applications from people of all nationalities, religions, genders, sexual identities, different ages and people with disabilities. At Trelleborg our people are #shapingindustryfromtheinside #J-18808-Ljbffr

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