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Job Title: Principal Process Safety Engineer Location: Barrow-in-Furness – we offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £47,241 + depending on experience What you’ll be doing: • Completing DSEAR risk assessments and compliance activities, • Mentoring and developing junior engineers, • Reviewing and producing explosion safety strategies, • Peer reviewing work, • Risk Analysis Essential: • Experience of working in an explosion safety engineering environment and applying various methods of hazard analysis, • DSEAR risk assessment production including hazard identification and analysis (preferably from a high hazard industry), • Degree qualified in a STEM discipline, • COMAH – Control of Major Accident Hazards (Safety Case support) experience As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Safety & Environmental team This is an exciting opportunity to join an established team tasked which offers exposure to the wider strategic initiative. You will be working with six people from principals to apprentices, liaising with operational managers, heads of departments as well as the Health & Safety teams. This role offers exposure to the Wider Control Damage Hazards team whilst individually being given the opportunity for professional growth within the function. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 5th January 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Due to the festive season, there may be a delay in the processing of your application. Your application is important to us, and we will respond as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding. #LI-KP1 #LI-hybrid

Senior Director of Electronics Dunfermline, Scotland Who we are When a five-year-old boy was blinded after a regular eye exam failed to spot a retinal detachment, his father made it his life’s work to help eye care professionals by revolutionising retinal imaging. Optos (now part of Nikon) was founded in 1992 by Douglas Anderson with the goal to make a patient-friendly device to capture a digital ultra-widefield image of the retina. Today, millions of patients around the world have benefited from optomap® retinal imaging. The experience of Douglas Anderson is a thread that runs through the company to this day and has resulted in our products being used in nearly 30,000 locations globally. Optomap® shows up to 82% (200°) of the retina in a single-capture, offering unrivalled clarity and Optos is proud to be recognised as the leader in this field. In addition, our Monaco and Silverstone devices integrate ultra-widefield retinal imaging and image-guided Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT). All devices, facilitate the early detection, management and effective treatment of disorders and diseases such as retinal detachments and tears, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and age-related macular degeneration. Headquartered in Dunfermline (Edinburgh) Scotland, Optos is a fast-growing international company with operations in the US, Canada, UK, France, Germany, Austria, Norway, Australia, Spain and Switzerland. Who we are looking for We are currently seeking a highly accomplished Senior Director of Electronics, to lead the development and delivery of advanced electronics and embedded software solutions for our portfolio of industry-leading medical devices. You will set the strategic direction for electronics architecture, innovation, and lifecycle management, while ensuring regulatory compliance, quality, and commercial impact. You will motivate, mentor, and develop a high-performing hardware team, driving collaboration and excellence across the development organisation. Working closely with the R&D and wider leadership team, you will be responsible for the delivery, performance, and commercial impact of solutions across a range of ophthalmic devices driving organisational growth and positive customer experience through class-leading technologies. What you will be doing Reporting to Optos CTO and managing a team of 15 Engineers (Electronics/Embedded Software/PGA/EMC testing) through the management of a senior team, you will: • Vision & Strategy: Develop and communicate a compelling electronics and embedded systems roadmap that aligns with Optos’ business and technology objectives., • Team Development: Build, scale, and mentor a high-performing electronics team, fostering a diverse and inclusive culture with a focus on professional growth, training, and career development., • Technical Leadership: Direct the design, verification, and delivery of complex electronic modules and embedded solutions, ensuring technical targets (cost, quality, reliability, time) are met across novel and legacy products., • Regulatory & Quality Compliance: Ensure all electronics development and manufacturing activities comply with relevant medical device regulations and standards (e.g., IEC 60601, ISO 13485), including documentation, risk management, and design controls., • Operating Model & Process Excellence: Establish and continuously improve electronics hardware design processes, methodologies, and best practices., • Supplier & Vendor Management: Build and manage relationships with internal stakeholders, external suppliers, contract manufacturers, and technology partners., • Embedded Software Integration: Oversee embedded software architecture and integration as part of overall electronics solutions., • Lifecycle Management: Support legacy product management, upgrades, and end-of-life planning, ensuring product reliability and regulatory compliance throughout the lifecycle., • Budget & Resource Management: Manage operational and capital budgets, resource allocation, and project prioritisation to ensure timely and effective delivery., • Innovation & Technology Scouting: Evaluate emerging technologies and drive adoption of innovations relevant to medical device electronics and embedded systems., • Metrics & Reporting: Define, track, and report on key performance indicators (quality, cost, delivery, reliability) to drive continuous improvement., • Security & Data Privacy: Champion best practices in security and data privacy for electronics and embedded systems., • Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate development strategy, architectural decisions, and programme risks effectively to stakeholders and senior management., • Agile & Cross-functional Leadership: Lead the adoption and continuous improvement of Agile, Lean, and other modern development practices; foster cross-functional collaboration and delivery excellence. Who you are • Extensive senior leadership experience in electronics development environments, including processes and tool chains for volume manufacture., • Deep understanding of end-to-end electronics development flow, including design, verification, review checkpoints, and gateway management., • Direct experience with complex electronics design (low-level circuit design, PCB development, embedded systems)., • Demonstrated success in project and resource management, preferably within agile and regulated environments., • Experience in working with electronics manufacturing facilities and supporting volume production requirements., • Proven track record of building, leading, and developing high-performing electronics teams., • Strong analytical, presentation, and communication skills (verbal, written, listening)., • Commitment to quality, process improvement, and innovation., • Knowledge of security and data privacy best practices for electronic systems., • Ability to travel to customer, supplier, and non-customer locations (as required). Contact: Valérie Lafille – Ways International -v.lafille@ways-intern

Make Your Ambitions a Reality with Vets for Pets - Become a Practice Owner! Exciting New Practice Opening in Queensferry, Deeside. Here’s your opportunity to lead your own practice with Vets for Pets, where your vision drives the future. Our practice ownership model is designed to make your dream a reality with a flexible investment approach. For sole ownership, the initial personal investment is £20,000. If you choose to partner with a co-owner, the investment is reduced to £10,000 per partner. We’re committed to setting you up for success, offering financial support to help you thrive every step of the way. With our dedicated partnership, you’ll be able to focus on setting your personal and professional goals and shaping your future practice from day one—all while earning a salary that lets you grow with stability and peace of mind. What to Expect in Queensferry: You’ll start with a two-year loan repayment holiday, which allows you to focus on establishing your practice. Once loans are repaid, you’ll benefit from 100% profit twice-annual dividends enjoying the rewards of all your hard work. At Vets for Pets, your part of a powerful network of over 440 locally owned practices, each with the independence to run their practice with full clinical and operational autonomy. We provide robust financial support, helping you fast-track your start-up and focus on your practice’s vision, growth, and unique impact. Your new practice at Vets for Pets, Queensferry: • Enjoy a brand-new, modern practice space set within a bustling Pet Care Centre, ideal for building a thriving successful clinic., • Prime Location: Located on Deeside Retail Park, just off the A494. Offering an onsite customer car park, your practice will benefit from high visibility and easy access for clients. We’re looking for experienced Veterinary Professionals with the ambition to shape their future. If you’re ready to build a practice that reflects your values and drives lasting value for you, we’d love to talk! Why Choose Vets for Pets? With the security of a broader network, you’ll enjoy the support of 12 dedicated departments, guiding you through every facet of your business so you can unlock the true value of your expertise.

At Taylor Wimpey, we don’t just build houses; we build futures. Not just for the people who live in our homes, but for our own people too. When we bring our collective skills together, we make amazing things happen - for ourselves, for each other and for our customers. There are incredible opportunities on your doorstep, and we want you to discover them all. With 22 regional offices across the UK and operations in Spain, we bring our vision to life locally. Here, you’ll be given the tools to develop your skills and the freedom to explore new avenues. Share your ideas, experience a no-blame culture, and shape your work around your life. Every single one of us plays a vital role in bringing to life incredible places and spaces, where anyone can thrive. We believe in making a positive difference to our planet, as well as to people. Home to work that matters, and you can be a part of it. The Finance Director is a key member of the regional management team (BUMT), acting in a business-wide role to proactively support the Managing Director (MD) to maximise delivered value. The Finance Director will have a deep level of operational knowledge, to enable critical review and challenge of key decisions and information across all functional disciplines within the business unit (BU). The role leads the finance function and financial capability for the region, providing business and performance insight and challenge. The Finance Director is a steward for the business with an eye to promoting governance in the BU, and provides a business and financial control ethos. However, importantly, the Finance Director is also a catalyst for accelerating value optimization in the business, on behalf of the shareholders. The Finance Director reports to the Regional Managing Director, with a dotted reporting line to the Divisional Finance Director. The role acts alongside other Finance Directors in the division, developing innovative thinking and solutions for the division and the wider finance function. The Finance Director will work with the Divisional Finance Director (DFD), communicating regularly, and providing accurate and timely information for use by the Divisional Chairman and Group Finance. Catalysing optimal business performance • Review and challenge new business from key operational and performance perspectives, in conjunction with the BUMT. Provide financial oversight and final recommendation which considers all key business aspects, to the MD., • Lead the business planning process. Review and challenge operational assumptions with the BUMT before critical decisions are taken, and for inclusion in plans and forecasts. Provide accurate and insightful financial information to support the creation and articulation of the business plans., • Work to protect the assets of the business, ensure compliance with financial regulation and ensure appropriate care and diligence is taken in the corporate governance of the region., • Provide critical oversight of the core finance outputs and processes operated by the Finance Manager and team., • Provide an overview to ensure robust financial processes and controls are consistently maintained., • Create a team of suitably qualified and experienced finance staff and develop both technical and soft skills in the team., • Partnering the MD on all new business decisions, including land acquisitions. Review all aspects of the scheme (e.g. LPE) with the BUMT, critically assessing if the venture is the best use of capital, in line with strategy and the Taylor Wimpey ethos., • Sign off the financial models, having considered financing options and cash flows, timescales, tax implications and accounting implications. Write the final recommendation to the MD which considers all aspects of the deal, including technical, commercial, sales, as well as finance elements., • Obtain a true understanding of costs and risks for each site, drawing on knowledge from regular site visits. With this background, provide active review and challenge of the costs incurred to date/ cost to complete projections for each site (Cost Value Reconciliations (CVR) prepared by the Commercial team). Attend P&L meetings, and, challenge whether cost excesses/savings are expected and should be recognised. Look for trends in production differences, necessary fixes and expected cost changes., • Working with the Production and Sales Directors, ensure the sequence of site delivery considers the appropriate risk factors, but optimises site ROCE., • Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA Considerable post-qualified experience gained from both business finance/performance roles and accounting & financial control roles. Experience must include: Financial accounting and leading month end close, building or operating in a control framework, evidence of responding to and working with external auditors, providing analysis, forecasting and planning, supporting and challenging businesses to make optimal operational and performance decisions. Experience may include: M&A activity, business risk management, external audit, systems implementations. * Financial support for business deals (e.g. new contracts, M&A etc.) * Experience of successfully leading and developing a team At Taylor Wimpey, we are committed to enabling you to make a home with us. Our work is not just about building homes; it's about doing work that matters, making a positive impact on the lives of our customers and the communities we serve. We enjoy many benefits as standard, including excellent retail discounts, company funded life insurance and private healthcare, and access to a quality pension scheme with company contributions. We also offer our discounted house purchase scheme, car leasing scheme and share plans, as well as the opportunity to tailor your benefit package to suit your needs with options such as buying extra annual leave or adding dependants to your benefit cover. Our total reward offer works perfectly with our culture, we are a welcoming community where everyone can feel at home. We create a home to your future by providing opportunities for growth and development. We offer industry leading professional training and development, which supports you to unlock your potential and fulfil your career and personal goals in a variety of opportunities and environments. We look to develop our people in the skills and areas they are most interested in, leveraging your qualities and appreciating your unique competencies, skills and expertise that, when we come together, make this a great place to work. If you want to do work that matters and build a career that lasts, make a home at Taylor Wimpey. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, Taylor Wimpey is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively collaborate with individuals who have disabilities and long-term health conditions which have an effect on their ability to do normal daily activities, ensuring that barriers are eliminated when it comes to employment opportunities. In line with our commitment, we guarantee an interview to applicants who declare to us during the application process that they have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the role. Join us in building a truly diverse and empowered team. Please inform your line manager if you wish to apply for this role.

Job Title: Operational Lead Production Design SupportLocation: Bolton or Stevenage (Relocation could be provided. Enhancing Electronic Engineering designs and providing support to deliver our significant order book in manufacturing and providing experience to develop our future products. Stevenage A

Operational Support EngineerSuffolk, IP3Salary: £26,395. Hours: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:30 - 40 Hours Per weekPermanent, Full timeRole overviewWe are currently looking for an enthusiastic caring person to become our next Service Support Engineer. Come join the team help us by supporting our ser

Operational Prison Support Location: HMP LeyhillShift Pattern: Part-time, 22hrs hour per week Wednesday to Friday (Wednesday and Thursday 7. Ready for a rewarding role in the justice system? We're hiring an Operational Support Grade (SS.

Providing day to day second level support on technical knowledge, product knowledge, competencies and skills all workstreams of Operational Support. Further to this, we need you to provide support to the Service Delivery Manager as well as administrators within Operational Support. Delivering qualit

A prominent health organization in the UK is seeking a Senior Executive - Operational Support to manage all operational workstreams, ensuring standards and SLAs are met.