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PE Global Recruitment is currently working with Europe's leading Data Centre delivery partner to recruit a Mechanical Project Manager to join a brand-new Data Centre Construction project in Blyth. This is a full time, permanent opportunity. Responsibilities • Manage and oversee all aspects of the mechanical scope of works, ensuring delivery in line with project specifications, schedule, and budget., • Analyse, track, and manage critical milestone activities to prevent schedule delays., • Review construction proposals, including scope and cost assessments., • Lead and mentor project teams, including engineers, package managers, supervisors and foremen., • Engage with project stakeholders, including clients, to ensure clear communication and alignment on goals., • Liaise with design teams and subcontractors to ensure project delivery within scope, budget, and timeline., • Take a leading role in driving productivity through effective weekly and daily work plans., • Plan and coordinate day-to-day site operations in conjunction with package managers., • Oversee and manage subcontractor performance, tracking progress against schedule and manpower requirements., • Coordinate activities with subcontractors operating in shared work areas to ensure smooth, safe, and efficient progress. Requirements • Minimum 10 years’ experience in managing large-scale Mechanical projects such as commercial offices, retail, hotels, schools, or data centres., • Data centre project experience is highly desirable., • Trade or Engineering qualification preferred, with recent experience in managing major electrical contracts., • Proven experience in Mechanical Project Management, with the ability to effectively control scope, schedule, and budget., • Demonstrated experience coordinating and managing large installation projects, ideally within data centre delivery or other large-scale mechanical environments., • Strong technical understanding of mechanical design and build systems., • Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical systems, including HVAC, piping, and associated services., • Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills. Ability to drive progress and foster collaboration across multidisciplinary teams

Overview This company builds stronger networks and creates smarter places. Our intelligent technology solutions and robust network infrastructures transform the way people, places, and organisations work. And we focus our expertise on working in four specialist sectors: public service, enterprise, financial services, and defence & justice. Our people are industrious and inventive. We collaborate closely with our clients to understand their unique needs and challenges and take pride in delivering impactful solutions that make their environments better connected, simpler to manage, safer to be in, and more efficient to run. The work we do is pioneering and fun. We build meaningfully, we think bigger and we always advance. Our diverse range of customers and services make every day different. We always look at things from the customer’s point of view. Our values are know your craft, know your colleagues, know your customers and know how to connect. At the company, we know and value the power of connecting people, skills and technologies in new and exciting ways. Responsibilities The role: Our Safety and Security engineering team, is at the heart of our business. Multi-skilled across multiple technologies and product ranges, our engineers possess a wide range of knowledge built up over many years. Customer service oriented and driven to deliver the very best levels of engineering, our engineers take pride in their daily work. This role will include a programme of mentored training and development to assist the individual as required, but also with a view to future progression and succession planning. Responsibilities Servicing of our wide range of field equipment including, Fire and Intruder Alarms systems, CCTV, Access Control, Audio Visual, Public address & Voice Alarm systems Retrofit upgrades / extensions to existing systems as part of remedial works packages. Provide high levels of customer services. Understanding site plans, to allow installs to take part based on site survey documentation. Reactive call outs to site, with an aim to provide a first-time fix. Provide on-site technical support and solutions to customers during both reactive and planned visits. Complete documentation in line with company standards. Work within strict H&S guidelines. Work as part of a 24/7 on call rota. Advise customers on the latest products and services to improve efficiency. Qualifications Skills: Good people management skills Technical expertise in predominant skillset area Competent admin skills with sound working knowledge of internal business system. Sound commercial awareness, knowledge of design and pricing of systems and upgrades Service oriented, but can interchange on Install related tasks when required Good verbal communicator Excellent team player and relationship builder Previous employment within a BAFE/ SSAIB/ NSI accredited company Valid CSCS/ECS Card IPAF/ PASMA/ Asbestos Awareness certification Recent/current electrical qualifications Knowledge of industry standard manufacturers preferred (Bosch, Dahau, Hikvision, Gent, Advanced, Gallagher, PAC, Win-Pak, Veracity, Milestone) Preference given to candidates with proven Gallagher Access Control skills and knowledge Behaviours Can-do attitude and will to succeed Empathetic and supportive Best practice delivery focused This company rewards employees with a competitive market salary and an excellent benefits package and offers fantastic opportunities for progression throughout the company. Further details of package on offer will be discussed at application stage. The company is an equals opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees

Job Title:Physical Security Application Engineer Location: Newcastle / Remote Salary: Competitive Type: Permanent Sector: Public Sector The Physical Security Application Engineer operates within the Design & Engineering function, reporting to the Head of Design & Engineering in North's Public Services sector. This is a technical role combining deep platform expertise, hands-on commissioning capability, and design authority responsibilities across a portfolio of projects. The successful candidate will bring demonstrable hands-on experience across multiple enterprise security platforms, and will be expected to commission, configure, and technically lead deployments across the full range of platforms North delivers. They will be recognised internally as the primary technical reference for enterprise security platforms, and will operate as a trusted advisor to clients and project teams from requirements definition through to system handover. The role spans both direct delivery and technical leadership depending on project scale. On smaller or single-site projects the postholder will lead commissioning personally on site. On larger, more complex programmes they will direct and oversee commissioning teams, maintaining technical authority throughout. In both cases, they are the definitive go-to for platform knowledge, configuration standards, and commissioning quality across the business. Client & Requirements Engagement Work closely with clients and stakeholders to capture operational, functional, and technical requirements across the project lifecycle Provide trusted advisory services, helping clients shape their security technology strategy and understand the implications of design and platform decisions Support bids, tenders, and professional services engagements with credible technical input Operate consultatively across all phases of an engagement, not just at the point of delivery Solution Architecture & Design Develop High-Level Designs (HLDs) and system architectures during bid and solution stages Produce Stage 4 detailed designs and Low-Level Designs (LLDs) suitable for installation and delivery Design complex, multi-system integrated solutions (CCTV, Access Control, analytics, networks, and supporting infrastructure) Ensure designs incorporate resilience, scalability, cybersecurity, and compliance requirements Design Authority & Governance Act as Design Authority across assigned projects, ensuring all deliverables align to approved designs Provide technical oversight throughout installation, testing, and commissioning phases Govern design changes through structured review and approval processes Commissioning & Technical Handover Own and deliver commissioning activities across enterprise security platforms on projects Produce plans ahead of on-site activity, covering device configuration, platform build and bring-up, licensing validation, integration verification, and functional testing against design Lead commissioning delivery directly on site where required, and direct and oversee engineering teams Resolve technical issues during commissioning, maintaining alignment with approved design throughout Manage the transition to operational handover, including as-built records, commissioning sign-off documentation, and client-facing close-out deliverables Develop and maintain commissioning standards, configuration baselines, and reusable templates for enterprise platforms across the business Testing & Assurance Define and develop: FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) plans and reports SAT (Site Acceptance Test) plans and reports SIT (System Integration Test) plans and reports Ensure all solutions meet documented operational and performance requirements Delivery Collaboration Serve as the internal technical authority for enterprise security platforms across the business, acting as the primary point of escalation for platform-related questions and issues Provide platform guidance to project managers, engineers, and account teams throughout the project lifecycle Maintain deep working knowledge across multiple enterprise platforms including architecture, licensing models, integration capabilities, and commissioning requirements Monitor vendor technical bulletins, software releases, and roadmap developments, and advise the business on relevant implications Delivery Collaboration Deliver the technical commissioning-phase activities, directing installation and engineering teams as required Work closely with project managers to plan and sequence commissioning within the broader project programme Identify and mitigate technical risks throughout delivery, escalating where appropriate Provide on-site or remote technical guidance across the project portfolio as needed Multi-Disciplinary Design Leadership Act as Lead Designer on complex projects Coordinate and integrate designs across multiple disciplines: Networks & IT infrastructure,MEP systems,Fire systems,Building/construction elements Subject Matter Expertise Operate as a technical SME for security platforms such as Genetec, Milestone and Gallagher Maintain strong awareness of industry trends, standards, and emerging technologies Skills and Experience: Proven experience designing, architecting, and commissioning physical security systems in enterprise or public sector environments Hands-on delivery across enterprise VMS and access control platforms (e.g. Genetec, Milestone, Gallagher), with relevant certifications preferred Strong knowledge of CCTV, access control, IP networking, and infrastructure Experience producing HLDs, LLDs, and full system architecture documentation Familiar with FAT, SAT, and SIT testing processes Solid understanding of Windows Server, enterprise IT environments, and domain infrastructure Working knowledge of integration technologies and security system protocols Networking knowledge to CCNA level or equivalent

Job Title: Apprentice Safety & Security Location: Newcastle Salary: £18k Type: Apprenticeship Sector: Public Sector Job Description This is an exciting opportunity for an apprentice to join our dedicated and friendly team on Newcastle and develop their skills in this key area for our customers. Our Safety and Security engineering team is at the heart of our business. Multi-skilled across multiple technologies and product ranges, our engineers possess a wide range of knowledge built up over many years. Customer service oriented and driven to deliver the very best levels of engineering, our engineers take pride in their daily work. This role will report to the Lead Supervisor Engineer and include a programme of mentored training and development to assist the individual as required, but also with a view to future progression and succession planning. Key Duties & Responsibilities The role includes a government recognised apprenticeship course with a formal qualification on completion, which includes day release and work-based training Assist senior engineers with Installation, Commissioning and Servicing of our wide range of field equipment including, Fire and Intruder Alarms systems, CCTV, Access Control, Audio Visual, Public address & Voice Alarm systems. Assist senior engineers with Retrofit upgrades / extensions to existing systems as part of remedial works packages. Provide high levels of customer services. Develop an understanding of site plans, to allow installs to take part based on site survey documentation. Complete documentation in line with company standards. Work within strict H&S guidelines. Develop knowledge and build experience to enable the post holder to advise customers on the latest products and services to improve efficiency. Qualifications The apprentice will be required to undergo DBS clearance (for working in public sector environments) Work towards achieving the following certifications ECS Card IPAF/ PASMA/ Asbestos Awareness certification Full UK Manual driving licence. Must be over 18 due to Company Insurance Policy Experience: Must have a desire to work in the safety and security industry and have a genuine interest in technology products Must be able to work independently, and as part of a team under guidance. Must be flexible and self-motivated taking pride in your work. Keen to develop knowledge of industry standard manufacturers products such as Bosch, Dahau, Genetec, Gent, Advanced, Gallagher, PAC, Win-Pak, Veracity, Milestone. Key Accountabilities Ensure assigned work is effectively delivered, completed on time, and to the required quality standards. Ensure all works are recorded using business systems and each job is signed off by the client. Ensure site Health and Safety compliance and escalate any immediate issues to line management. Provide high levels of customer service and ensure the company is always represented professionally. Entry Requirements GCSEs in English & Maths-Grade 5 (C) or above Full UK driving licence & own transport Comfortable working at heights and in all weather conditions Good Physical health, the job can be labour intensive at times Team Ethics: team spirit, hardworking, communication skills, and a love for technology and Engineering Any experience working with electrics would be a bonus, but not essential Physically fit, and comfortable working at high and low heights Willingness to learn and a genuine interest in learning more about the wider fire and security industry National grade 5 (or equivalent) for English, Maths and Science, or above Excellent timekeeping. Strong work ethic. Trustworthy Excellent team player with fantastic customer service skils. Benefits We offer a competitive remuneration package reflective of the candidate’s skills and experience, along with a range of benefits typical for roles within the IT sector , including: Generous holiday entitlement 25 days Contributory pension scheme Healthcare and wellbeing programmes Professional development and training opportunities Flexible working arrangements subject to business needs Employee assistance programmes How to Apply If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional looking to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic organisation, we welcome your application. Please submit your CV and complete the application form . We can only accept candidates who have the Right To Work in the UK www.north.tech

Permanent Recruitment Consultant - Newcastle £28k-£32k per annum (DOE) + OTE Due to significant growth across a wide range of sectors, there is an exciting opportunity to join the team in our office based in Newcastle, specialising in permanent recruitment. We have a number of desks that currently have live vacancies for permanent roles and it appears our extra growth will be coming from permanent placements. We are looking for recruitment consultants who understand the perm recruitment process and are able grow and maintain a desk, with the aspiration to progress onto a managerial role in the future. Your impact/duties as a Recruitment Consultant: Client Relationships: Not just over the phone, but face-to-face, you'll identify and develop existing and new client relationships. Talent Sourcing: Seek out skilled individuals with the right qualifications and experience. 360 Recruitment Process: From negotiating terms, to interviews to offer stages, you will manage the entire process. Top-Tier Service: Deliver exceptional service to ensure repeat business and outstanding recommendations Extra benefits of working as a Recruitment Consultant at Daniel Owen: Flexible Benefits: 23 days holiday per year, increasing each year up to your 5th year plus day off for your birthday Health and Well-Being: Contributory pension, private health care and life assurance. Director Incentives: Quarterly lunch incentives and personal treat vouchers Loyalty: Increased holiday with length of service and a gift of your choice at each milestone Jet-Setters Welcome: Reward trips, previous locations such as Marbella, Prague & Portugal Learning and Growth: We offer a Daniel Owen Academy for junior members of staff taking you through 12 weeks of group sessions and one to one training. Senior members of staff have their own tailored coaching and development which is typically carried out by a board member. Fast-Track Career: Our directors all climbed the ladder from within. Company funded recruitment specific qualifications: The company funds training and qualifications which offers all employees the opportunity to work towards MIRP Level 4 Management status Personalised one-on-onto coaching with One financial: Daniel Owen offers all employees the opportunity to unleash their financial potential and confidentially work alongside financial experts who will guide you through the labyrinth of mortgages, investments, savings, credit, and pensions. The Ideal Candidate for a Recruitment Consultant: Proven Professional: Whether in recruitment or sales (any sector), you know how to get results. Motivator and Ambitious: Inspire others and aspire to progress to a managerial role. Excellent Communicator: Posses brilliant communication skills face-to-face and via email Adaptable: Thrive in a fast-paced environment and pivot with changing priorities. Decision-Maker: You're not afraid to take the initiative If you envision a future where you're evolving, and making a significant impact within our dynamic team, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team for a confidential conversation. REGION123