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Salary: £65,497.54 per annum Full time; 42.5 hours per week (with some evening/weekend flexibility around the RBO tech and production schedule) Based in: Covent Garden, London Prior to commencing your application , ___ The Royal Ballet and Opera continues to lead the way in opera, ballet, music and dance both live on stage and through multiple digital platforms, from live streaming to worldwide cinema screenings. Our Covent Garden theatre has been at the heart of London and British cultural life for three centuries. We are home to two world-class Companies: ___ and ___. The Royal Opera House describes the place we work, not who we are. The whole is always more than the sum of its parts – we may be a House, but three quarters of our audiences experience what we do outside this building. While our Covent Garden theatre is the nerve centre, the impact and influence of the organisation can be felt in every corner of the country, and around the world. Our Technical, Production and Costume Department plays a leading part in ensuring our performances are of the highest quality by delivering technical excellence for every performance, rehearsal, and event. We are now seeking to appoint a Deputy Head of Lighting, with a bias towards the operational management of resources, staff and finances. While all senior managers are expected to have both artistic and operational oversight, the person in this role will be primarily responsible for ongoing development of existing resources, research and budget analysis of new technologies, staff recruitment and development, and robust safety and financial leadership. Working with the newly appointed Head of Lighting and alongside a 2nd Deputy, this role will offer robust leadership across all departments within Lighting. With a large permanent and casual workforce and an extremely busy repertoire, the postholder will join the department at an exciting time, as we enter Phase 2 of our Production Lighting Rig Upgrade. We are looking for a senior leader with the vision and motivation to help drive the department forward in both artistic and operational excellence and who will act as an ambassador for the Lighting Department, across the RBO as well as externally. What you’ll bring: Our ideal candidate will have a proven track record at management level with a major producing venue or organisation and be able to demonstrate strong leadership qualities. You will also be able to evidence: • An excellent track record in theatre lighting management for major professional productions or companies., • Experience of relighting shows (an advantage)., • Excellent technical skills with a thorough understanding of current lighting equipment and systems., • Strong team leadership skills, able to foster a culture of continuous improvement and a strong team ethic, • The ability to project manage, provide budget oversight and scrutiny and develop resourcing plans., • Well-developed relationship building skills, with an ability to engage with both technical and creative stakeholders. The Royal Ballet and Opera is one of the UK’s leading arts organisations and our aim is to inspire imagination, ignite emotion and make the extraordinary for everyone. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion underpin all that we do. We want our people to be representative of the diversity in the UK. We understand the creativity and innovation that diversity can bring and strive to create an inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive. We encourage applications from people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and skills to join our teams. We particularly welcome applications from those who are from a global majority background and/or those who are disabled, as they are under-represented within our organisation. We are a Disability Confident Employer, which means that we are actively working to ensure that candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions feel supported, engaged and able to fulfil their potential in the workplace. We will endeavour to offer an interview to candidates who tell us they wish to participate in the scheme and who demonstrate in their application that they meet the essential criteria for the role, though sometimes due to the volume of qualified candidates with declarations this is not possible. The RBO is also committed to safeguarding and protecting all children, young people, and adults and we implement robust safer recruitment practices. Due to our safeguarding promise, certain roles will be subject to a DBS check before commencing employment with us, which will be indicated in the advertising. For more information about working with the Royal Ballet and Opera, ___ For a list of potential reasonable adjustments, ___ If you have any access requirements for your application, please contact the RBO Recruitment Team on If you are applying as an internal candidate, ___ Closing date for applications: 11:59pm, Sunday 12th April 2026 Interviews will be held week commencing 27th April 2026. To ensure a fair process, late applications will not be considered under any circumstances. Applicants must have work authorisation for the UK. No agencies.

Diamond Search Recruitment is proud to be representing our client in the search for an experienced and driven Buying & Warehouse Manager The Opportunity Our client is seeking a highly capable Buying & Warehouse Manager to lead purchasing, negotiation, stock control and warehousing operations. This is a key management role responsible for ensuring continuity of supply, cost efficiency and operational excellence across the business. The successful candidate will play a critical role in sourcing goods and services, managing supplier relationships, overseeing stock control and warehouse functions, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Purchasing & Procurement * Source, negotiate and purchase goods, materials, components and services in line with cost, quality and delivery targets * Prepare and raise purchase orders and manage order schedules * Build, maintain and manage professional supplier relationships * Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and procedures * Conduct research to identify new suppliers and components * Monitor supplier performance and compile evaluation data * Resolve supplier issues relating to price, quality, delivery or invoices * Negotiate rebate structures and drive cost reduction initiatives * Monitor market trends and competitor activity * Provide cost analysis and ...

Salary: £25,878Work hours: Shift Working, Full Time ABOUT THE ROLE This is a permanent, hands-on role forming a core part of the Grounds Team within Facilities and Estates. The post holder will support the delivery of a professional, year-round grounds maintenance service across City Campus and Coach Lane Campus. The role requires an experienced and reliable individual who can work with minimal supervision, apply sound practical judgement, and contribute positively to day-to-day operations. The successful candidate will help maintain high standards across all external areas, responding to routine, seasonal, and reactive demands as required. The role is full time, working 5 days out of 7, including weekend working on a rota basis. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Carrying out grounds maintenance tasks including grass cutting, edging, weeding, watering, planting, pruning, hedge trimming, and general upkeep of landscaped and hard areas, • Re-landscaping flower beds and garden areas and undertaking basic grounds repairs as required, • Maintaining external cleanliness through litter picking, sweeping paths, roads and hard areas, and emptying external bins, • Operating powered hand tools and equipment safely and carrying out basic maintenance checks, • Operating university vehicles as required to support service delivery, • Preparing and applying chemicals such as fertilisers and weed killers in accordance with training, manufacturer instructions, and safety guidelines, • Undertaking winter maintenance duties including snow clearance and gritting to ensure safe access across sites, • Working in accordance with health and safety requirements, risk assessments, and safe systems of work ABOUT YOU To be successful in the role, you will have: • Demonstrable experience in grounds maintenance or horticultural services, preferably in a similar environment, • Ability to work independently and manage day-to-day workload effectively, • Practical knowledge of grass, plants, and landscaped areas, • Confidence using grounds maintenance equipment, powered tools, and vehicles safely, • PA1/PA6 spraying certificates (or equivalent), • Full, UK driving licence, • NVQ Level 2 (or higher) in Horticulture or Landscaping, • PASMA, First Aid, or similar relevant training If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact ___. To apply for this vacancy please click 'Apply Now'. Your application should include a covering letter and a CV. ABOUT US Join Northumbria University, a research-intensive institution unlocking potential and changing lives locally and globally. Named Times Higher Education's ___ in 2022 and ___ in 2025, we rank top 25 in the UK for research power. Discover more ___. With over 37,000 students from over 140 countries, we offer world-leading research, award-winning partnerships, and an outstanding student experience. We empower our exceptional staff, promoting a positive work-life balance and offering great benefits, including excellent pension schemes, flexible working, generous holiday entitlement and ___. Our Northumbria Values, co-created by our team, define who we are: Academic Excellence, Innovation, Inclusivity, Collaboration, and Ambition. Our Behaviours shape our work culture: We listen and learn, support one another, respect everyone, trust each other, and are bold. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne and London, we are an on-campus organisation and offer flexible hours and location where the role allows. We pride ourselves on diversity and inclusivity, holding numerous awards for gender and race equality, disability confidence, and research excellence. We also hold the HR Excellence in Research award for implementing the concordat supporting the career Development of Researchers and are members of the ___ initiative to deliver information and support to professional researchers. The University has implemented a range of flexible working arrangements, and we are happy to explore candidate requirements as part of the recruitment process. Apply now and join a community committed to transforming society and the economy. Explore "___, ___" page to learn more about our commitments and see our ___ for further details.

• Hours of work: Full time, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Salary: £46,556 - £53,882 per annum, depending on skills and experience [Band E], • Directorate: IT, • Location: Kew Gardens, Richmond, Hybrid Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below. Educated to degree level in IT/Computer Science, or with equivalent professional experience, you will bring at least 23 years experience supporting either Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management or Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement applications within a structured IT environment. You will have strong functional troubleshooting, configuration and user support experience, together with a good understanding of end-to-end business processes such as finance, retail, sales, customer service or membership. Exposure to ITIL practices, particularly incident, problem and change management, would also be important. We are looking for someone who is analytical, proactive and collaborative, with the confidence to manage competing priorities and communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical colleagues. You should be comfortable working with a good degree of autonomy while building strong relationships across teams, suppliers and stakeholders. Experience across both D365 F&SCM and D365 CE, familiarity with PowerApps and Power Automate, and knowledge of SQL, Azure DevOps, LCS, data integrations or Microsoft functional certifications would all be advantageous. This role is based at Kew with the option of regular home working, subject to operational requirements. The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth. We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history. Join us on our journey as protectors of the worlds plants and fungi. The salary for this position is£46,556 - £53,882 per annum, depending on skills and experience [Band E] Our fantastic benefits package includesopportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership.We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well as access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst. If you are interested in this position, please submit your application through the online portal, by clicking Apply. We are dedicated to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. xrnqpay No agencies please.

Data Scientist - Optimisation & Operations Research North West London (Hybrid, 3 days on-site) | £550 - £750 /day The Opportunity We're recruiting on behalf of a globally recognised organisation undergoing a major transformation in how it uses data to drive operational decisions. This is a rare chance to work on genuinely complex, high-impact decision-support software - embedding cutting-edge optimisation and machine learning directly into live operations. You'll join a high-performing, Agile product squad as a full-stack Data Scientist, sitting at the intersection of data engineering, ML, and operations research. What You'll Be Doing Designing and delivering optimisation and ML models (linear/mixed-integer programming, heuristics, supervised/unsupervised learning) in Python, from prototype to production Building robust, automated data pipelines and integrating models into cloud-based deployment pipelines with CI/CD Owning features end-to-end - from stakeholder requirements through to algorithm hardening, edge-case handling, and value measurement Working with orchestration frameworks (Dagster/Airflow), experiment tracking (MLflow), and containerised infrastructure (Docker/ECS) Collaborating closely with business stakeholders and contributing to roadmap and feature prioritisation What We're Looking For Strong operational research and optimisation background - this is a must Fluent Python, with hands-on experience of scikit-learn, pandas, numpy, Gurobi or similar OR packages Production ML/optimisation software experience - you've shipped models that run at scale Cloud platform experience (AWS preferred); familiarity with SageMaker, DVC, GitHub Actions a bonus Strong SQL and data engineering fundamentals Experience in airline, aviation, transport, or engineering/maintenance environments is highly desirable Master's degree (or equivalent) in Data Science, ML, or Operational Research - or strong demonstrable industry experience

Ourworld-leading Time & Frequency departmentseeka Principal Enterprise Security Architect to lead cyber security architecture, assurance, and operational services for theNational Timing Centre (NTC) Programme. This leadership role is responsible for delivering secure technology solutions aligned with enterprise security strategy, government standards, and organisational risk appetite. As Security Pillar Lead, you will oversee design, delivery, and operationalisation of complex security solutions, risk management, and implementation/monitoring of Security assurance. Reporting to the Head of Cyber Security in CIO, you will enjoy providing enterprise-wide risk consultancy, stakeholder engagement, and leadership. Key Responsibilities: Lead the Cyber Security architecture and design function acrossNPLs PNT programmes,to deliver at national scale Oversee design, delivery, and running of Cyber Operational capability, and develop an enterprise architecture aligned with NPL's guiding principles Lead the technical Cyber Security design of systems and services across several PNT programmes and technologies (at an organisational / inter-organisational level) Research, identify, validate and adopt new security tech, architecture, and methodology Lead engagement with NPLs customers (across both UK Government and the private sector) on security risk and decision-making Communicate current / emerging threats, whilst designing security architecture to mitigate against them About You To be successful in this role, you will have the following skills, experience, and qualifications: Referenceable, in-depth knowledge and experience in Cyber Security and IT (including business process design) Understanding of IT networking and virtualisation technologies Ability to define architecture roadmaps and associated strategies (including design analysis) In-depth assessment of IT systems, cloud offerings and IT Security controls, to provide an independent view of their compliance and effectiveness with Security Policy, IT Security standards, and regulatory requirements Assessment of architectural designs to determine whether the relevant Security controls have been identified; in-line with business objectives and risk mitigation Experience of cross-security domain approaches and solutions Cyber Security Certifications: 1 of the following: Certified Information Security Systems Professional (CISSP) SABSA Chartered Security Architect (SCF) Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) +2 (or more) industry-recognised Security certifications or qualifications. We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that nationality,residencyand security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process. To work at NPL, you will need to obtain BPSS security clearance. However, to work in this role in the Time & Frequency department, you will need to have an SC clearance with no restrictions, or you must have the ability to obtain an SC clearance. Please note:Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert therefore we may at any time bring the closing date forward.We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as practical. About Us The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is a world-leading centre of excellence that provides cutting-edge measurement science, engineering and technology to underpin prosperity and quality of life in the UK. NPL and DSIT have strong commitments to diversity and equality of opportunity, and welcome applications from candidates irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, or age, providing they meet the required criteria. Applications from women, disabled and black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates in particular are encouraged. All disabled candidates (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who satisfy the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme. At NPL, we believe our success is a result of the diversity and talent of our people.We strive to nurture and respect individuals to ensure everyone feels valued by treating everyone on the basis of their own individual merits and abilities regardless of their own or perceived identity, as part of our commitment to diversity & inclusion, we holdmemberships and accreditations to ensure were creating an environment where all our colleagues feel supported and welcome, please see ourDiversity & Inclusionpage. We are committed to the health and well-being of our employees. Flexible working and social activities are embedded in our culture to create a positive work-life balance, along with a broad range ofbenefits. Ourvaluesare at the heart of what we do, and they shape the way we interact, develop our people and celebrate success. To ensure everyone has an equal chance, were always willing to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. TPBN1_UKTJ

Capacity Planning Data Scientist Location: Middlesex (3 days onsite, 2 days from home) Salary: Negotiable depending on experience Job Ref: J13078 A market leading global logistics organisation is seeking a highly motivated Airline Capacity Planning Data Scientist who wants to apply their work in a real, high impact environment. Your work will directly influence how capacity is planned, optimised, and delivered within a complex, high volume operational setting. This role sits at the intersection of data science and operations research, with a strong focus on simulation, modelling, and real world system optimisation. You will work with large scale datasets to build machine learning models and develop advanced simulation tools that support critical planning decisions. The role: ·Design and build machine learning models to forecast demand, utilisation and system performance ·Work with large scale, time series datasets to engineer features and improve model accuracy ·Apply robust validation, tuning and model selection techniques to deliver reliable outputs ·Build and calibrate discrete event simulation (DES) models of complex operational systems to stress test capacity under different demand scenarios ·Carry out scenario analysis and what if modelling to support planning and investment decisions ·Translate complex analytical outputs into clear, actionable insights for operational stakeholders ·Develop tools and dashboards to monitor system performance and support decision making ·Work closely with operational teams to ensure models reflect real world constraints and behaviours Experience required: ·Master's degree (or equivalent) in Data Science, Statistics, Operations Research, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a closely related quantitative discipline ·Strong experience in a Data Scientist or Operational Research focused role working with large, complex datasets ·Solid understanding of machine learning techniques such as gradient boosting, random forests and time series modelling ·Experience building and deploying models used in real world decision making (e.g. ensemble methods, regularised regression) ·Advanced proficiency in R, including tidyverse, data.table, caret or tidymodels, xgboost and Shiny ·Strong SQL skills with experience querying large scale relational databases such as Azure SQL or PostgreSQL ·Experience working with high volume or time based data, including feature engineering ·Experience with simulation, discrete event simulation, or operations research techniques is highly desirable ·Ability to communicate complex analysis clearly to non-technical stakeholders ·Comfortable working in fast paced, operational environments ·Proactive, hands on approach with the ability to take ownership of problems end to end If you want to work on complex systems where your output is actually used and matters, this is a genuinely strong opportunity to do that. Please note we can only accept applications from those with current and full UK working rights for this role, as sponsorship is not available. If this sounds like the role for you then please apply today. Alternatively, you can refer a friend or colleague through our referral scheme. For each successful placement, you will be eligible for our reward scheme with no limit on referrals. Datatech is one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies in analytics and the host of the Women in Data event. For more information, visit (url removed) <(url removed)

Our client, a global logistics leader specialising in air freight, ocean freight, customs brokerage, transport, warehousing, and e‑commerce solutions, is seeking an experienced Express / Time‑Critical Coordinator to join their dynamic team based in the London Heathrow area. On Offer: * An exciting opportunity to join a market‑leading freight forwarding and supply chain management specialist * 4 on 4 off day shift pattern, Working Hours - 7am – 7pm * Salary up to £40k, dependent on experience. Main Purpose of the Express / Time‑Critical Coordinator: Reporting to the Express Manager, the express Time Critical Coordinator will be responsible for the co-ordination of shipments within the Express department and have responsibility for invoicing & profitability. Duties and Responsibilities of the Express / Time‑Critical Coordinator: * Day to Day responsibility for customer service delivery to Express Clients * Order processing from start to finish including but not limited to Boxtop creation, warehouse pick, tie up of paperwork, customer system KPI management * Follow up and resolve all any operational issues / customer service concerns raised by the customer * Manage and maintain customer KPI expectations with regional depots * To promote business development, ensuring all opportunities from existing business are followed up through telephone sales, prospect follow up and quotations. * Research client operational history past and present, visit their website to gain knowledge of products and any developments * Contribute to ongoing operational development and cost saving measures * Keep up to date with Market trends, company products, services and news. * Establish, manage and maintain Internal and External Relationships. * Import and export jobs start to finish including clearance. To Be Considered: * Proven air freight forwarding experience ideally with AOG or other time critical logistics operations * Experience with customs clearance * Excellent communication and organisational skills. * A mature and professional manner. * Confidence with a computer including excel, CRM database and BoxTop. * Enjoy working with customers and building relationships. * Must be able to work well within a target driven environment. For more details, please contact Willis Global – a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics industry