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Principal Planner Newcastle upon Tyne Penguin Recruitment is excited to partner with a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in search of a Principal Planner to join their expanding planning team in Newcastle. This senior leadership role offers the opportunity to lead complex planning projects, manage and develop a growing team, and play a key role in shaping and expanding the planning services across the business. As a Principal Planner, you will take ownership of major commissions from early strategy through to planning consent, acting as the senior planning lead for clients and stakeholders. You will contribute to business development, resourcing, and quality assurance, while helping to drive growth within the planning team. The role offers exposure to an exciting and diverse portfolio including residential developments, environmental and marine projects, commercial and industrial schemes, renewables and energy infrastructure, major infrastructure and consenting, and stakeholder engagement. Although based in Newcastle, the team supports projects across England, Scotland, and Wales, alongside a strong local client base. Key Responsibilities * Lead planning strategy and delivery on major and complex projects * Manage and mentor junior planners, supporting team performance * Oversee and coordinate a wide range of planning and consenting submissions * Act as senior planning point of contact for clients * Lead stakeholder engagement with LPAs, statutory consultees, communities, and political stakeholders * Manage project budgets, programmes, and governance * Prepare fee proposals and tender submissions * Collaborate with internal engineering, transport, environmental, and design teams to deliver integrated outcomes As Principal Planner, you will ensure projects are delivered efficiently while maintaining the highest technical standards and client satisfaction. You will be a visible leader within the planning team, helping to foster a collaborative culture and support professional development. About YouEssential: * Proven track record leading major and complex planning applications from pre-application through to determination * Strong client management experience * Demonstrable people leadership (mentoring, line management, or leading teams/programmes) * Degree in Town Planning or related discipline * MRTPI Chartered (or operating at Chartered level with a clear route to completion) * Strong understanding of planning policy, development management, and the wider regulatory environment * Confident written and verbal communication skills Desirable: * Experience or exposure to EIA projects * Commercial awareness and experience managing fees and budgets * An established professional network This Principal Planner role offers a senior leadership position with real autonomy and no ceiling on progression. You will work on high-profile, technically diverse projects while enjoying flexible and hybrid working arrangements, enhanced annual leave, pension, private healthcare, and professional subscriptions. The consultancy provides structured CPD and fosters a culture focused on quality, integrity, and sustainable outcomes. For further details or to apply, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment.

Sales Manager – Recruitment Lead Growth. Win Big. Shape the Future of Pin Point Recruitment. Pin Point Recruitment is one of the UK’s fastest-growing, independently owned recruitment agencies, and we’re ready to scale even further. With over 25 years of market expertise, we’re now looking for a commercially driven Sales Manager to take ownership of revenue growth and accelerate expansion within the core sectors of our Head Office branch in Gateshead. This is a high-impact role for a sales leader who thrives on winning new business, building long-term partnerships, and leading from the front. Why This Opportunity Is For You • Uncapped earning potential with commission paid on your new client wins for 2 years, • The autonomy to sell your way, backed by a supportive senior leadership team, • Highly experienced consultants, many with 15+ years’ industry experience, ready to service the new business, • Bespoke CRM and systems to support performance, • 1,800+ new candidate registrations every month ready to be placed The Role As Sales Manager, you’ll take full ownership of driving revenue & winning new business. You’ll define and execute a sales strategy that delivers measurable growth while motivating and leading a small but mighty sales team. This is a hands-on leadership role where results matter. What We’re Looking For • Proven success in a senior sales or business development role within recruitment, • Strong commercial instincts with a track record of closing deals and growing accounts, • Deep understanding of recruitment and client-led solutions, • Strategic mindset with the drive to deliver ambitious growth targets, • Experience leading, motivating, and developing sales teams What You’ll Get • Uncapped commission with long-term client earnings, • Tailored incentives and recognition awards, • Fully expensed networking opportunities, • Real influence over the direction and growth of the business, • A high-energy, supportive culture with freedom, trust, and ambition Location: Gateshead, office-based Package: Competitive Basic Salary + Uncapped Commission Salary: Negotiable DOE Ready to make your mark? Join Pin Point Recruitment as Sales Manager and play a pivotal role in scaling a thriving branch to new heights, with the earning potential and autonomy to match your ambition.

Are you a dedicated professional who is passionate about providing exceptional customer experiences? If so, we have an excellent opportunity for you to advance your career in retail management by joining our exciting Beauty hall within our flagship store in Newcastle! Join our dynamic team and be part of our exciting journey as we continue to deliver outstanding service to our customers! What’s in it for you? When you join Fenwick, you’ll receive: • 25% Colleague Discount (across most areas), • 28 days annual leave (increasing by 1 day each year to a maximum of 33 days) and a buying holiday benefits scheme in which you are eligible to buy a further 5 days across the year, • Birthday day - 1 additional day off in the month of your birthday, • WeCare a 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more, • 'Perks*' a great way to get discounts, exclusive deals and cashback on a range of products and leisure activities, • Pension scheme So, more about our Beauty Sales Manager role… Our Sales managers drive exceptional customer service and sales along with retail and operational standards through the leadership and development of their teams. As a valuable member of our team, you will play an integral part in growing our client base, motivating and coaching our colleagues in order for them to consistently deliver the renowned Fenwick hospitality to every customer. This is an exceptional opportunity to work in a fast paced department that is highly regarded by all of our customers. What we are looking for in a candidate… We look for warm and welcoming people, who are adaptable, courageous, innovative, and goal-orientated to join us on our exciting journey. As well as these key characteristics, this role also requires some specific skills and experience to succeed… • A Proven Track Record of working in Retail Management, • Strong Interest in Retail and Commercial Awareness, specifically in Beauty, • A natural leader and role model who thrives in a fast-paced environment, • Innate attention to detail and the ability to make commercial decisions., • An experienced professional who is adaptable, approachable, and resilient., • Current and relevant product knowledge and market awareness About Fenwick Fenwick is the UK’s largest family-owned department store group with a rich heritage and history that has shaped who we are today! We are on an exciting journey of investment, looking towards a future that is every bit as bold and brilliant as what has gone before. We work collaboratively and our 2,000 strong workforce spans across our stores, our support functions including Digital, Buying & Merchandising, IT, Finance, People and Customer Service teams plus our valued restaurants and distribution centres and we are always on the lookout for talent to join our ever-growing family to exceed our customers' expectations.

Relocate to Australia and Join the Energy Revolution with a Global Leader Senior / Principal Transmission Lines Engineer (Relocation from the UK to Australia) If you’re a UK-based transmission lines engineer feeling capped by the market, projects, or pace — this is your chance to step into a senior technical leadership role in Australia and work on some of the region’s most significant grid and renewable energy projects. APD Global is inviting experienced engineers currently based in London or the wider UK to relocate to Australia and join our highly regarded GridLinkx transmission lines team. You’ll gain exposure to large-scale infrastructure, accelerated career progression, and a lifestyle that genuinely supports work–life balance. About APD Global For over 25 years, APD Global has been delivering advanced engineering solutions across Power Systems, Renewable Energy, and Telecommunications. With around 1,000 people across 15 offices in Australia, New Zealand, and Malaysia, we are known for strong technical leadership, collaborative delivery, and long-term client relationships. Our growth continues internationally, with new offices launched in Italy and Singapore in 2025, making this an ideal time to join the business and grow with us globally. The Opportunity We are seeking a Senior / Principal Transmission Lines Engineer (Civil / Structural) to relocate from the UK to Australia and join one of the strongest transmission engineering teams in the Asia-Pacific region. You’ll be based in one of our Australian offices (Perth or Adelaide) and will play a key role in the design, delivery, and technical leadership of overhead transmission line projects, supporting major utilities and renewable developers. This role suits engineers who want: • Broader technical authority, • Faster progression than typically available in the UK market, • Exposure to large, complex HV projects, • A long-term future in Australia What You’ll Be Doing • Leading and supporting the planning, design, and construction of overhead transmission lines, • Delivering high-voltage transmission tower designs (up to 500kV), • Using PLS-CADD, PLS-TOWER, and PLS-POLE at an advanced level, • Providing technical guidance, mentoring, and peer review, • Working closely with clients, project teams, and external stakeholders, • Applying Australian and international standards across transmission projects What We’re Looking For • Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, • 12+ years’ experience in transmission line design and delivery, • Strong understanding of overhead line systems and structural behaviour, • Foundation design experience will be highly regarded, • Experience with international standards (UK, European, Australian, or US), • Familiarity with standards such as AS/NZS 7000, ASCE 74, ASCE 10 (or willingness to upskill), • Chartered status preferred (or ability to obtain CPEng in Australia), • Clear communication skills and a practical, delivery-focused mindset Why Make the Move? • Relocation to Australia with long-term career stability, • Exposure to larger and faster-moving transmission programs, • Clear technical leadership pathways, • Competitive Australian salary packages, • Flexible working arrangements where possible, • Access to industry-leading tools and nationally significant projects, • A lifestyle that genuinely balances career and personal life APD Global is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, inclusion, and fairness at every level of the business. Applicants must be willing to complete a pre-employment medical and be eligible to obtain Australian working rights. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

CHECK Team Lead – Infrastructure & Applications UK Remote | £90,000 – £120,000 | Growing CHECK Specialist Consultancy Opus have partnered with a Penetration Testing specialist consultancy as they expand their CHECK testing team. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced CTL to step into a role with genuine influence, long‑term progression, and the ability to shape and own the organisation’s CHECK testing capability. If you’re an established CTL looking for a role where you can lead strategy, build a high‑performing team, and play a pivotal part in scaling a respected consultancy, this is the one. The Role • Lead and develop the organisation’s CHECK testing function across infrastructure and application security, • Own and evolve the strategic direction of the CHECK practice, • Mentor, guide, and grow a team of talented CHECK testers and consultants, • Act as a senior technical authority on engagements, ensuring high‑quality delivery, • Drive capability development, tooling, methodologies, and service maturity, • Work closely with leadership to influence business direction and service expansion, • Represent the consultancy as a trusted expert to clients, partners, and industry bodies, • This is a leadership role with both strategic and hands‑on elements, offering autonomy and the chance to build something exceptional. What They’re Looking For • Dual CHECK Team Leader (CTL) status is essential, • Strong background in infrastructure and application penetration testing, • Ability to define and execute strategy for a technical function, • Excellent communication skills and client‑facing confidence Why This Role Stands Out • Clear progression to Head of Department, • Ownership of the entire CHECK capability, • Influence over strategy, tooling, and service direction, • Fully remote within the UK, • Join a consultancy that is scaling fast and investing heavily in its people and services

Technical Manager – UK - Up to £70K + Benefits - Heat Network Sector Are you an experienced technical leader ready to take ownership of nationwide heat network operations? Our client - a growing and highly regarded organisation within the UK heat network sector - is seeking a Technical Manager to lead technical delivery across HIUs, metering and billing systems nationwide. This is a field-based leadership role combining hands-on technical oversight with subcontractor management, compliance assurance, operational support and client-facing responsibility. You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring systems operate efficiently, safely and in full regulatory compliance. Flexibility for nationwide travel and occasional out-of-hours support is required. What you’ll be doing: ✅ Leading site surveys, installations and commissioning of HIUs and metering systems (AMR, data loggers, gateways, routers, M-Bus networks) ✅ Overseeing fault diagnosis, optimisation and warranty resolution ✅ Ensuring compliance with Heat Network Regulations, CIBSE CP1, ESOS and CDM requirements ✅ Managing subcontractors and maintaining high delivery standards ✅ Acting as technical lead for clients, developers and managing agents ✅ Supporting audits, warehouse operations, stock control and technical training What we’re looking for: ✔ Strong technical knowledge of HIUs, heat networks, metering & billing systems and M-Bus networks ✔ Proven fault-finding, commissioning and system optimisation capability ✔ Solid project management and organisational skills ✔ Confident stakeholder management and report-writing ability ✔ Full UK driving licence ✔ Accountable, adaptable and safety-first mindset This is an opportunity to step into a senior technical role within a growing, compliance-driven sector at the forefront of UK energy infrastructure. 📩 Apply now for a confidential discussion or email #TechnicalManager #HeatNetworks #EnergyJobs #HIU #UtilitiesJobs #Commissioning #InfrastructureJobs #Metering #Billing

Our talented Data & AI team is made up of globally recognized experts - and there's room for more analytical and ambitious data professionals. If you're passionate about helping clients transform their business with the latest AI and data technologies, let's talk. Take your skills to a new level and launch a career where you can truly do what matters. As an Solution Architect within our Data & AI Practice, you'll leverage a client-centric approach to understand our client’s challenges and opportunities to deliver solutions and services that make transformative change and deliver high value business outcomes. You'll engage in solutioning and support on the most strategic opportunities, intervene in high-risk complex deliveries, and contribute to shape the strategic direction using Agentic AI, automation, AI engineering, data platforms, reporting and self-serve analytics.. Avanade is the 7 times Databricks global partner of the year, we deliver over 4000 Microsoft data platform projects annually and deliver more Azure Databricks than any other Databricks partner. Key Responsibilities: • As an architect assigned to a client project, you will typically work closely with delivery teams and client stakeholders to provide technical leadership, shape deals and propositions, drive architectural decisions, create plans and roadmaps, and produce design artifacts., • Play a key role in Avanade's sales process by creating solutions that innovate, inspire and are win new business. You’ll have responsibility for shaping the high-level design, estimates, and contractual details for client proposals in collaboration with other subject matter experts in the business., • As a senior member of the Avanade technical community, you will provide coaching and mentoring to motivate and inspire more junior colleagues from within your team and across the organization., • Have the ability to translate complex technical concepts and solutions and present them in easy to understand language and value based outcomes, to senior business stakeholders, technology leaders and internal sales teams., • Engage in early conversations with clients and/or sales team and support origination and deal qualification, requirements capture and solutioning, recommending best practices and approaches to achieve optimal outcomes, building strong relationship with clients to become the trusted advisor. Prepare and represent the solution in Deal Reviews and play an active role in client presentations, and negotiations with key client buyers., • Work collaboratively with the wider Data & AI leadership to shape our current and future offerings, accelerators, and background IP to support go to market activities., • Lead the development of intelligent data platform projects, building strategic capabilities for our clients. Integrating data from many systems, transforming through lakehouse architectures and making available for reporting, AI and conversational analytics. Requirements for the role - • Awareness of channels to market and how to work in a Databricks and Microsoft eco-system to ensure Customer Success., • High energy intent to help clients understand the fast moving data industry, product and service evolution., • Experience working with stakeholders to create technical visions, high-level architectures, and delivery roadmaps for large programs of work that involve the latest data & AI concepts particularly focused on scaling data use across enterprises., • Capability in creating design artifacts and presenting them for approval at architectural forums attended by multi-disciplined stakeholders from engineering to senior ("C level") client executives., • In-depth understanding of modern Data & AI capabilities such as; structured and unstructured data analysis, streaming data, IoT, AI, GenAI and related topical analytics fields., • Comfortable actively engaging and leading sales and business development opportunities with clients., • Hold Databricks certifications, ideally the Databricks Champion or be able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and experience. About Avanade - Avanade is the leading provider of innovative digital, cloud, and advisory services, industry solutions, and design-led experiences across the Microsoft ecosystem. The company was founded 25 years ago as a joint venture between Accenture and Microsoft. Back then, digital transformation, automation, and AI weren’t mainstream topics—Microsoft was primarily known for Office 365. But Avanade evolved with the times and is now the number one transformation leader within the Microsoft ecosystem. We have a team of 61,000 professionals in 26 countries. We’re a truly global company with a strong local presence— what I like to call “GLOCAL”: making global impacts on a local level.

Sales Operations, Channel Sales, Partner Portal, AECO, PRM, Data Analysis, Pipeline Management, Sales Enablement, Indirect Sales, UK Remote. Are you ready to drive growth for a global leader in industrial technology? Join Trimble as a Channel Sales Operations Analyst and play a pivotal role in optim