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Join the RAC as a Mobile Mechanic Competitive salary: £38,625 basic salary, with the opportunity to earn up to £53,000 Sociable hours: 40 per week, 8am–4:30pm, plus 1 in 4 Saturdays Optional overtime: That is flexible to the hours you want to work The Role As an RAC Mobile Mechanic in the Service, Maintenance and Repair (SMR) division, you’ll bring your expert knowledge and problem-solving skills directly to our members – wherever they are. From driveways to office car parks, you’ll deliver first-class service without the limitations of a traditional garage. We’ll set you up for success from day one with: • Your own fully equipped RAC van and fuel card, • Full uniform and PPE, • Strong base pay – £38,625 a year, with bonuses and overtime taking you up to £53,000., • Overtime to suit you – Just two extra days a month could add £5,760 a year to your base pay. Plus, end-of-shift overtime opportunities could be worth up to an extra £3,000 a year., • Rewarding incentives – Earn up to a further £6,000 a year in bonus payments., • Share in our success – All our employees are awarded shares, at no cost, so their share in the success of out growing our business, • Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover – From your very first day., • Car salary sacrifice scheme – Includes electric vehicle options (after 12 months) to help you save on tax., • Generous holidays – 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service)., • Pension & life cover – Up to 6.5% matched pension contributions and life cover up to 4x your salary (10x with flex benefits)., • Wellbeing support – 24/7 confidential support helpline for you and your family., • Exclusive discounts – Save on tools, tech, holidays, and more through our Orange Savings portal. What We’re Looking For, • Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance qualification (or equivalent), • At least 3 years’ hands-on experience as a vehicle technician on light vehicles

Service Engineer – Exciting Opportunity Location: Sandy, Bedfordshire Salary: £45k+ (OTE £55k+) Hours: Mon–Thu 08:00–17:00, Fri 08:00–13:00 (overtime required when travelling) I am looking for an experienced and motivated Service Engineer to join a growing Customer Care Team. With a rapidly expanding customer base and increasing demand for customised machinery, this role offers the chance to work on advanced equipment, travel across the UK and overseas, and deliver exceptional technical support. What You’ll Do • Install, commission, service, and upgrade machinery at customer sites, • Provide breakdown response, fault-finding, and reliable solutions, • Support customers with software debugging, programming, and production line integrations, • Deliver remote diagnostics, telephone, and email support, • Collaborate with Service & Spares teams to manage customer enquiries and technical support, • Complete in-house test plans, validation, and quality documentation, • Work with design and build teams to resolve technical challenges What We’re Looking For Essential skills & experience: • Recognised qualification in Electrical/Electronic/Control Engineering (BTEC HNC or equivalent), • Mechanical/electrical engineering background, • Electrical certification for 3-phase installations, • 5+ years’ experience in machinery servicing & fault finding, • Siemens or Allen Bradley programming (basic, 2+ years), • Strong problem-solving ability and communication skills, • Degree in Electrical Engineering, chartered or working towards chartership, • Experience with packaging machinery or production line commissioning, • Knowledge of line validation and validation documentation What’s on Offer ✅ Competitive salary & OTE package ✅ Opportunities for international travel ✅ A collaborative, supportive team environment ✅ Career growth and professional development Ready to take the next step in your engineering career? Apply now and make your expertise count.

Are you looking to join the EV revolution? At Andersen EV, we're on a mission to make Electric Vehicle (EV) charging as simple and smart as possible. By creating truly intuitive products that allow EV drivers to charge their vehicles at home and work, we are changing the game in the industry as it enters the mass market. Based in Stewartby, Bedfordshire, between Milton Keynes and Bedford, Andersen EV Plc has a unique and prestigious brand of residential and workplace charging points. Our Andersen EV range of stylish charge points for electric vehicles are a blend of Scandinavian inspired design with cutting edge innovation. Our unique design features, such as a patented solution which hides the cable and plug from sight, have helped us win partnerships with vehicle manufacturers such as Porsche UK. All our intelligent EV charging points are IoT enabled, so customers can track things like their energy usage using our very own mobile applications. We’re looking to grow our Product and Technology team by bringing on some of the best and brightest developers to help us expand our development capabilities. Summary As the Electronics Hardware Engineer, you will work alongside our engineering team, reporting to the Director of Engineering. The Electronics Hardware Engineer will design state-of-the-art software for Electric Vehicle charge points as part of a cross-discipline team developing smart charging solutions consisting of hardware, firmware, cloud servers, smartphone mobile apps and websites. You will be responsible for the design, development and maintenance of embedded electronics, including Radio Frequency communications, digital electronics, analogue signal processing and power electrics. Previous experience of developing embedded solutions is essential. You will be at the forefront of design and innovation, not only in our company but also within the Electric Vehicle Charging Industry as a whole. This is an office-based role as you will be expected to work with the technical team and closely liaise with the management. Alongside your development work, you’ll be expected to uphold the detailed level of documentation and reporting that all our tech team deliver in support of new features and releases. You Will Need • · A passion for technology, • · Degree level education in the field of electronics hardware engineering or have previously held senior positions in similar roles, • · Fully experienced in designing circuits, schematic capture, PCB layout and board bring-up for both digital and analogue circuits, • You must be fully conversant with Altium Designer / 365 including schematic capture, routing and layout, maintenance of component libraries and bills of materials, • · Knowledge of EMC design principles and designing to industry regulations, • · Experienced with lab testing and measurement equipment such as power supplies, AC and DC loads, oscilloscopes and near-field probes, • · An aptitude for problem solving, • · Excellent verbal communication skills and a strong command of the English language, • · Have extensive industry experience as an electronics hardware engineer Your Key Responsibilities · Responsible for the architecture, design, development, bring-up, testing and maintenance of the product electronics · Responsible for the EMC and environmental test and certification processes · Support our internal and 3rd party production facilities with issues and improve production test processes · Provide 3rd level customer support by investigating bugs and resolving issues · Prioritise work and manage delivery Advantageous Skills/Experience · Experience of developing IoT / Smart Products both mains powered · Experience with STMicroelectronics, Espressif and Atmega microcontrollers · Experience of Open EVSE / RAPI / EV Charging technologies · Experience of radio engineering, EMC by design and antenna tuning · Have experience with agile working methodologies Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £50,000.00-£60,000.00 per year Benefits: • Company events, • Company pension, • Employee discount, • On-site parking Schedule: • Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: • Bedford, MK43 9ND: reliably commute Application question(s): • Do you live within 30 miles road distance from MK43 9ND? Education: • Bachelor's (required) Work Location: • In person

Pay: £50,000.00-£55,000.00 per year Job description: Are you looking to join the EV revolution? At Andersen EV, we're on a mission to make Electric Vehicle (EV) charging as simple and smart as possible. By creating truly intuitive products that allow EV drivers to charge their vehicles at home and work, we are changing the game in the industry as it enters mass market. Based in Stewartby (between Milton Keynes and Bedford), we manufacture our charge points in-house and have a team of highly qualified electricians to install our charge points across the UK. We are looking for an experienced Mobile App Developer who will report to the Director of Engineering. The Mobile App Developer will design state-of-the-art mobile app user experiences for Electric Vehicle charge points, primarily using React Native. You will work as a part of a cross-discipline engineering team developing IoT products comprising of firmware, hardware, cloud servers, mobile apps and websites. You will be responsible for the design and development of our bespoke mobile smartphone application delivering the most intuitive experience to our customers in respect of their charging of Electric Vehicles. You will have the opportunity to be involved in developing across platform applications. You will need: • A passion for technology, • At least 3 years’ experience as an app developer, • Cross platform experience will be a distinct advantage, • To be expert with React Native, • Full experience working with cloud servers and real-time databases such as GCP, Firebase and AWS, • Understanding of agile product development practices and project management tools, • Experience using toolchains which include git source control, JIRA (or similar) and unit testing software, • Familiarity with home automation platforms and voice assistants such as Google Home and Alexa, • Experience with web development using React, JavaScript and TypeScript, • Familiarity of good UI/UX practices with the ability to get involved in the design process, • An aptitude for problem solving, • Excellent verbal communication skills and a strong command of the English language Ideally, you will: • Have a keen interest in electric vehicles and the energy industry, • Be a great communicator Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, On site Benefits: • Company events, • Company pension, • Employee discount, • Free parking, • On-site parking Ability to commute/relocate: • Bedford MK43 9ND: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Application question(s): • Do you live within 30 miles road distance from MK43 9ND, • Work Location: In person, • Weekend availability subject to demand

Instrumentation Engineer On-site – Bedford | £40,000 | Aerospace R&D | Eligibility for SC Clearance Required Tired of working on the same old projects? This is your chance to build, test, and problem-solve in one of the UK’s most advanced aerospace research environments - where every wire you solder and sensor you install contributes to real-world aerodynamic breakthroughs. The Opportunity I’m working with a truly unique organisation at the heart of UK aerospace research. With a history stretching back decades and a newly secured investment backing its future, this independent engineering powerhouse is scaling up - with modern tooling, new technologies, and expanding headcount. They design and test high-precision scale models of aircraft, UAVs, and other experimental hardware. If you love hands-on engineering, problem-solving, and being around complex tech - this is your playground. The Role You’ll be part of the team responsible for installing and maintaining the custom instrumentation that makes high-speed aerodynamic testing possible. It’s deeply hands-on and technically varied - one day you might be assembling delicate wiring looms, the next calibrating sensors or prepping for a new tests. Expect real ownership, a close-knit team, and the satisfaction of building something that actually gets tested in extreme, high-performance environments. What You'll Be Doing • Install bespoke instrumentation on test models and rigs, • Manufacture wiring looms, solder fine components, and work to detailed wiring lists, • Calibrate and fault-find signal conditioning and DAQ equipment, • Assist in test setup and execution across several R&D facilities, • Support optical measurement systems and continuous tooling/process improvement, • Work on a shift pattern (07:00–15:00 and 14:00–22:00, weekly rotation) What You'll Bring • Skilled in electronic assembly, soldering, and reading circuit schematics, • Hands-on experience with DAQ systems, sensors, and signal conditioning, • Comfortable working in a physical, varied environment (including heights/confined spaces), • Able to adapt to shift work and flexible testing schedules, • Eligible for Security Clearance (SC) Why This Role? • 💷 £40,000 salary, • 🛠 Work in one of the UK’s leading aerodynamic test environments, • 🧩 Solve real technical problems with real-world results, • 🔧 Join during a major phase of modernisation and growth, • 👥 Be part of a team where your input matters and your work is seen If you're someone who thrives on technical variety, precision work, and building systems that go straight into live testing, this is a role you’ll want to hear more about. Interested?

FLI Water is expanding — and we’re looking for a talented Senior Process Engineer to help us deliver innovative water and wastewater treatment solutions across the UK. From £100K refurbishments to £6M turnkey projects, you’ll play a key role in designing, developing, and commissioning process systems that improve water infrastructure and protect the environment. What You’ll Do: • Lead process design from concept to commissioning, • Prepare P&IDs, mass balance diagrams, and technical documentation, • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients, • Support pilot trials and new technology assessments, • Deliver operator training and manage commissioning activities, • Mentor junior engineers and enhance internal design tools What You’ll Bring: • Degree in Engineering or Science + 5–10 years’ experience, • Chartered or working towards Chartered status, • Strong background in municipal wastewater projects, • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills, • Full UK driving licence What’s in it for You: Competitive salary + car allowance + fuel card 23 days holiday + buy/sell options Pension, Paycare scheme, sick pay Flexible working Career development pathways Supportive, multi-cultural team environment Join a company that values safety, trust, innovation, and teamwork — and be part of a team that’s making a real impact in the water sector. Apply now or message us to learn more! #ProcessEngineering #WaterIndustry #WastewaterTreatment #SeniorEngineer #CommissioningEngineer #PIDs #MassBalance #EnvironmentalEngineering #EngineeringJobsUK #FLIWater #BedfordshireJobs #HiringNow #MunicipalWastewater #TechnicalLeadership #EngineeringCareers

Job Title: Senior/Principal Air Quality Consultant (Odour & Air Quality) Location: Wrest Park, Silsoe, MK45 4HP, Bedfordshire Employment Type: Full-time Salary: up to £65,000 (depending on experience) Join the Experts in Odour At Silsoe Odours, we specialise in air quality and odour assessment, helping industries like waste management and food production tackle environmental challenges. Our work makes a real impact, ensuring compliance with strict regulations while supporting sustainable operations. We’re looking for a Senior/Principal Consultant in odour assessment, monitoring, and problem-solving to work on complex, real-world odour issues. working in a variety of outdoor environments and conditions, Candidates must be adaptable, safety-conscious, and willing to take on challenges in all types of weather and terrain, who’s equally comfortable behind a desk and out in the field. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. What You’ll Be Doing ✔ Odour assessments – both desk-based and field investigations ✔ Conducting air quality monitoring across various industry sectors inc. Waste water & animal processing plant. ✔ Preparing high-quality reports with detailed analysis and findings ✔ Ensuring compliance with BS EN 13725:2022 and ISO 17025:2017 ✔ Solving practical and theoretical challenges related to air quality and odour ✔ Collaborating with clients and colleagues to develop effective solutions What We’re Looking For 🔹 MCERTS Level 2 Team Leader qualification (desirable) 🔹 In-depth knowledge of odour sampling standards (13725:2022 & 17025:2017) 🔹 Strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking 🔹 BSc or MSc in a relevant discipline (e.g. environmental engineering or environmental science) or equivalent within relevant subject 🔹 Excellent communication and report-writing skills 🔹 Ability to work independently and as part of a team 🔹 Practical on-site experience of air quality and/or odour sampling (desirable) 🔹 Experience in odour consultancy (desirable) 🔹 Full UK Driving Licence

Head of Development Management Are you looking to join the EV revolution? At ANDERSEN-EV, we're on a mission to make Electric Vehicle (EV) charging as simple and smart as possible. By creating truly intuitive products that allow EV drivers to charge their vehicles at home and work, we are changing the game in the industry as it enters the mass market. Based in Stewartby (between Milton Keynes and Bedford), ANDERSEN_EV Plc operates a unique premier brand of residential and workplace charging points. Our Andersen-EV range of stylish charge points for electric vehicles are a blend of Scandinavian inspired design with cutting edge innovation. Our unique design features, such as a patented solution which hides the cable and plug from sight, have helped us win partnerships with vehicle manufacturers such as Jaguar-Land Rover and Porsche UK. All our intelligent EV charging points are IoT enabled, so customers can track things like their energy usage using our very own mobile applications. We’re looking to grow our Product and Technology team by bringing on some of the best and brightest developers to help us expand our development capabilities. This will necessitate increasing our Technical Leadership. We are therefore seeking an experienced, qualified, and multi-skilled Head of Development Management. Summary As the Head of Development Management, you will work alongside our engineering team, reporting to the Director of Engineering. You will hold a Degree in Electronics Engineering and will be multiskilled in the disciplines of Electronics Hardware Design, Firmware Development, Cloud Servers, Smartphone Applications and Website implementation. You will be involved in the day-to-day management of a team of cross skilled experts in these specialities and will also be expected to carry your own development workload. We are seeking someone who is a team player having first class management and technical skills. You will be outgoing, hardworking, and enthusiastic and will spread these attributes throughout the development team. You will be at the forefront of design and innovation, not only in our company but also within the Electric Vehicle Charging Industry as a whole. This is an office-based role as you will be expected to work very closely with the Director of Engineering, other senior management, and the development team. Alongside your supervision and development work, you’ll be expected to uphold the detailed level of documentation and reporting that all our development team deliver in support of new features and releases. You Will Need · A passion for technology · Degree level education in the field of Electronics Engineering · Fully experienced in designing circuits, schematic capture, PCB layout · Board bring-up for both digital and analogue circuits · You will be fully competent with Altium 365 and Altium Designer · Knowledge of EMC design principles and best practices and designing to industry regulations · Experienced with lab testing and measurement equipment such as power supplies, AC and DC loads, oscilloscopes, and near-field probes · A thorough knowledge of C, Embedded C and C++ · A knowledge of agile product development practices, project management tools, toolchains, and unit testing software · Knowledge of standard tools such as compilers and debuggers, especially ARM based · Experience with Espressif and Atmega microcontrollers, particularly 32 bit, and other microcontrollers · Experience with developing Smartphone Applications and Websites · An aptitude and indeed, appetite, for problem solving · To be fully computer literate · Excellent verbal communication skills and a strong command of the English language · At least 4 years’ experience as a manager in an electronics development environment Ideally, you will: · Have a keen interest in electric vehicles and the energy industry · Excellent verbal communication skills and a strong command of the English language · Have extensive industry experience as an Electronics Developer with significant management experience. Your Key Responsibilities · To fully support the Director of Engineering in all activities · To be involved in the day-to-day activities of the development team · To fully engage in growing the development team and to carry out recruitment activities and interviewing applicants · To have an active role in project planning · To ensure that projects run to time · To report any issues and deviations · To carry your own development workload · To carry out the duties of the Director of Engineering during absences and leave · Support production operations, including end of line testing and problem investigations · To act as an educator to other areas of the business, including sales, marketing, and customer services Advantageous Skills/Experience · Experience of developing IoT / Smart Products · Experience of Open Charging Point Protocol / RAPI / EV Charging technologies / Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: From £75,000 to £80,000 (maximum) per year Benefits: • Salary Sacrifice Electric Car (optional), • Company events, • Company pension, • Employee discount, • On-site parking Schedule: • Must be able to reliably commute to Bedford, MK43 9ND, on a daily basis Pay: £75,000.00-£80,000.00 per year Benefits: • Casual dress, • Company events, • Company pension, • Employee discount, • Free parking, • On-site parking Schedule: • Monday to Friday Work authorisation: • United Kingdom (required) Work Location: • In person

Test Technician – Bedford - £33,000 + Bonus + Benefits – Permanent.Are you someone who enjoys problem-solving, working with electronics, and being part of a supportive team? If so, this Test Technician role could be a great fit for you.We’re looking for a Test Technician to join a

Instrumentation Engineer On-site – Bedford | £40,000 | Aerospace R&D | Eligibility for SC Clearance Required Tired of working on the same old projects? This is your chance to build, test, and problem-solve in one of the UK’s most advanced aerospace research environments - where every wire you solder and sensor you install contributes to real-world aerodynamic breakthroughs. The Opportunity I’m working with a truly unique organisation at the heart of UK aerospace research. With a history stretching back decades and a newly secured investment backing its future, this independent engineering powerhouse is scaling up - with modern tooling, new technologies, and expanding headcount. They design and test high-precision scale models of aircraft, UAVs, and other experimental hardware. If you love hands-on engineering, problem-solving, and being around complex tech - this is your playground. The Role You’ll be part of the team responsible for installing and maintaining the custom instrumentation that makes high-speed aerodynamic testing possible. It’s deeply hands-on and technically varied - one day you might be assembling delicate wiring looms, the next calibrating sensors or prepping for a new tests. Expect real ownership, a close-knit team, and the satisfaction of building something that actually gets tested in extreme, high-performance environments. What You'll Be Doing • Install bespoke instrumentation on test models and rigs, • Manufacture wiring looms, solder fine components, and work to detailed wiring lists, • Calibrate and fault-find signal conditioning and DAQ equipment, • Assist in test setup and execution across several R&D facilities, • Support optical measurement systems and continuous tooling/process improvement, • Work on a shift pattern (07:00–15:00 and 14:00–22:00, weekly rotation) What You'll Bring • Skilled in electronic assembly, soldering, and reading circuit schematics, • Hands-on experience with DAQ systems, sensors, and signal conditioning, • Comfortable working in a physical, varied environment (including heights/confined spaces), • Able to adapt to shift work and flexible testing schedules, • Eligible for Security Clearance (SC) Why This Role? • 💷 £40,000 salary, • 🛠 Work in one of the UK’s leading aerodynamic test environments, • 🧩 Solve real technical problems with real-world results, • 🔧 Join during a major phase of modernisation and growth, • 👥 Be part of a team where your input matters and your work is seen If you're someone who thrives on technical variety, precision work, and building systems that go straight into live testing, this is a role you’ll want to hear more about. Interested?

SAP Basis Administrator Ampthill, Bedfordshire Great salary, benefits, BUPA 4 Day Work Week/Hybrid Working We are seeking a proven SAP Administrator for our Enterprise Business Group based out of Ampthill in Bedfordshire. What will I be doing? You will be responsible for the installation, configuration, monitoring, and maintenance of SAP systems. The role ensures the availability, performance, and security of the SAP landscape, including sandpit, development, quality assurance, and production environments. This role makes you the single point of expertise responsible not only for SAP but also for compliance patching and updates across P6, Apriso, Tableau, and ThingWorx. A failed patch, upgrade, or outage in any of these platforms would directly disrupt Finance, HR, or Manufacturing. Historically there were two full-time BASIS heads supporting a smaller landscape - today the role covers a far larger and more complex estate. Key Responsibilities: 1. SAP Basis Administration • Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain SAP systems (ECC, BW, PI, Business Client, SAP SSO), • Perform SAP system copies, refreshes, and migrations., • Manage SAP kernel upgrades, patches, and support package stack implementations., • Configure and maintain SAP Transport Management System (TMS)., • Schedule, monitor, and troubleshoot SAP background jobs., • Administer SAP profiles, parameters, and system tuning. 2. SAP HANA Database Administration • Install, configure, and maintain SAP HANA databases., • Monitor HANA system health, memory usage, and performance metrics., • Apply HANA revisions, patches, and support packages., • Configure and manage HANA system replication, backup, and disaster recovery., • Perform HANA database refreshes, restores, and recoveries., • Tune HANA database performance and handle growth capacity planning. 3. Linux System Management • Administer SUSE Linux servers hosting SAP applications and HANA databases, • Perform OS-level troubleshooting, patching, and performance tuning, • Manage file systems, disk space, and system logs, • Automate tasks using shell scripting and cron jobs, • Ensure OS-level security and compliance, • Security & Compliance, • Maintain and administer SAP user accounts, roles, and authorisations., • Implement SAP security best practices for Basis and HANA., • Ensure compliance with audit and governance policies., • Monitoring & Performance Management, • Use SAP Solution Manager and other monitoring tools to track system performance., • Analyse dumps, logs, and performance traces (ST22, SM21, ST03, DBACOCKPIT, HANA Studio, SAP HANA Studio)., • Troubleshoot SAP application, database, and interface issues., • Implement proactive measures to prevent system outages., • Backup, Recovery & Disaster Recovery, • Schedule and verify SAP and HANA database backups., • Maintain documentation and procedures for recovery processes., • Test and maintain disaster recovery environments., • Project & Change Management, • Participate in SAP system migrations and upgrades., • Support SAP system landscapes during implementation and go-live., • Collaborate with functional consultants, developers, and infrastructure teams., • Follow ITIL change management processes for all system changes. Required skills, qualifications and experience : • Minimum 5 years’ experience as a SAP Basis Administrator, with at least 2–3 years on SAP HANA., • Strong knowledge of SAP NetWeaver and S/4HANA architecture., • Hands-on experience with SAP HANA database administration and optimisation., • Understanding of OS administration (Linux/Unix, Windows) for SAP environments., • Familiarity with cloud platforms hosting SAP (AWS, Azure, GCP, or SAP BTP)., • Knowledge of backup/recovery tools and processes., • SAP kernel and support package management., • Transport Management System (TMS) configuration and troubleshooting., • Performance tuning for SAP application and HANA DB., • Soft Skills, • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities., • Excellent communication skills for cross-team collaboration., • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines., • Strong documentation skills., • Commitment to continuous learning., • Desirable / Preferred Qualifications:, • SAP Certified Technology Associate – SAP HANA., • Experience with SAP Fiori, SAP Gateway, and SAP Web Dispatcher., • Experience with SAP BusinessObjects., • Experience with Oracle Patching, • Familiarity with automation tools (Ansible, Python scripting)., • Familiarity with non SAP systems such as Tableau, Oracle P6, Apriso and Opentext, • Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):, • SAP system uptime and availability., • Number of critical incidents and resolution times., • Successful completion of upgrades/migrations within schedule., • Compliance with security and audit requirements., • Performance improvements in SAP and HANA systems. Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximise value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed.

Manufacturing Engineer Ampthill, Bedfordshire 5 months Great rate £ (Inside IR35) Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements. The role: The Operations Engineering team provides engineering resources to support Operational performance and major product development projects; from design through to engineering build and production support, to end of life of product. The team provides full product lifecycle support including prototype design & build, development and integration of the build documentation and supporting requirements of full production build. This role will focus on involvement through the full product lifecycle, with the aim to reduce manufacturing costs and improve yield at all stages, which will directly impact our customers, whilst supporting the Programme in delivery of the milestones. As part of the Operations Engineering Team, the Manufacturing Engineer is the recognised point of contact for all matters related to their area of expertise, providing engineering advice, problem solving and co-ordination of activities in support of current and future business. You will drive a proactive approach to right first time quality to promote growth, will enhance the reputation of the business through exceptional quality standards and contribute towards a significant reduction in overall manufacturing costs. What will I be doing? • Develop manufacturing processes., • Defining sequence of operations, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing and material handling taking into account flow and lean philosophies., • Providing Basis of Estimates for engineering activities and shop floor operations across a range of technologies and disciplines., • Identifying any new tooling & fixturing requirements., • Experienced in the creation of Technical Requirement Specifications., • Creation of detailed process instructions., • Creation of Manufacturing BOM’s / routings to aid ease of manufacture., • Active involvement in the Level 1 & 2 MDWT (Mission Directed Work Team) meetings., • Support and contribute the relevant section of the Technology Roadmap to identify improvements to current manufacturing processes and future requirements., • Assist with the Technical requirements of the relevant section of the Capital plan from definition to acceptance., • Supporting full rate production of a range of products aligned to the LMUK Ampthill Business requirements., • Close liaison of activities with Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering and other functions as necessary., • Support with the business process reviews and generation / update of relevant documentation. What are we looking for? Are you a Manufacturing Engineer with detailed Assembly Processing knowledge (Electro Mechanical, Bonding, etc)? Are you passionate about driving innovation and excellence in manufacturing? If the answer to this is 'Yes', we want to hear from you! Our Operations Engineering team is at the forefront of supporting operational performance and delivering major product development projects, from concept design to production and beyond. We provide full lifecycle engineering support, including prototype development, integration of build documentation and production support until the end of product life. This exciting opportunity is based from our Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Ampthill, Bedfordshire and benefits from a 4 Day Working Week (Mon – Thu). Your Role in Shaping the Future: As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a crucial role throughout the product lifecycle, focusing on reducing manufacturing lead times while maintaining quality requirements. Your contributions will have a direct impact on customer satisfaction while ensuring the timely delivery of project milestones. As the go-to expert in your field, you will provide engineering insights, solve complex challenges, and coordinate activities to support current and future business goals. You’ll also be a key driver of our commitment to "right-first-time" quality standards, enhancing both operational efficiency and the company’s reputation. Key Responsibilities: • Develop manufacturing processes., • Defining sequence of operations, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing and material handling taking into account flow and lean philosophies., • Providing Basis of Estimates for engineering activities and shop floor operations across a range of technologies and disciplines., • Identifying any new tooling & fixturing requirements., • Experienced in the creation of Technical Requirement Specifications., • Creation of detailed process instructions., • Creation of Manufacturing BOM’s / routings to aid ease of manufacture., • Active involvement in the Level 1 & 2 MDWT (Mission Directed Work Team) meetings., • Support and contribute the relevant section of the Technology Roadmap to identify improvements to current manufacturing processes and future requirements., • Assist with the Technical requirements of the relevant section of the Capital plan from definition to acceptance., • Supporting full rate production of a range of products aligned to the LMUK Ampthill Business requirements., • Close liaison of activities with Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering and other functions as necessary., • Support with the business process reviews and generation / update of relevant documentation. Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of manufacturing innovation. As we continue to grow, your expertise will help shape the future of our products and ensure we consistently deliver the highest quality to our customers. Skills required • Detailed Assembly Processing knowledge (Electro Mechanical, Bonding, etc)., • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and quality improvement tools., • Experience with CAD software for generating 2D technical drawings., • Solid understanding of MRP systems and experience managing BOMs and routings in SAP (or similar ERP systems)., • Proven ability to drive cultural and process change, improving efficiency and quality., • A collaborative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement., • Composite processing knowledge would be beneficial. Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognise the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximise value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed.

Hush is an ambitious and distinctive fashion brand, with plans to double the business over the next few years. Founded 21 years ago, we are now established as one of the UK’s leading online fashion retailers. We employ around 130 employees across head office and retail, creating and selling a beautiful range of women’s clothing and accessories characterised by effortlessness, simplicity and a laidback sense of style. Despite the challenges to the retail industry, Hush has continued grow – and our company culture still reflects our entrepreneurial roots and relaxed aesthetic. We love hard-working and talented people with a can-do attitude and a passion for what they do. About the role We’re looking for a commercially minded Merchandiser (Trading) to join our team at Hush. In this role, you’ll take ownership of planning and trading our product ranges — ensuring the right product is available at the right time, in the right place, and in the right quantities. You’ll partner closely with Buying, Design, and E-commerce to deliver a compelling, well-balanced range that meets customer demand while maximising sales and margin. This is a highly visible role where your insight, analytical skills, and commercial instinct will directly shape the success of our collections. What you’ll do • As our Merchandiser, you’ll be at the heart of our product strategy – analysing performance, planning ranges, and ensuring we’re delivering the right product mix for our customers. You’ll:, • Build balanced option plans, ensuring range and pricing align with brand values., • Partner closely with Buying to identify risks and opportunities, ensuring strong trade decisions., • Manage line buys, stock forecasts, and WSSI to hit agreed KPIs., • Collaborate with E-commerce to optimise online trading and offers., • Own markdown strategy and recommend promotional activities to drive sales and margin., • Ensure critical path dates are met while maintaining agility in a fast-paced environment. What You’ll Bring • Strong commercial acumen with a clear understanding of what appeals to the Hush customer., • Excellent analytical and numerical skills, with confidence using data to drive decisions., • Strong communication and negotiation skills to influence across teams., • A collaborative and proactive mindset with great attention to detail., • Calm under pressure, with a problem-solving mindset and the ability to pivot when needed, • Clear, considered decision-making and excellent planning and prioritisation Why you’ll love it here 🎉 A supportive, dynamic, and creative workplace. 🚀 Growth opportunities as we expand and innovate. 🏖️ Generous holiday allowance with flexible hybrid working options. 📚 Continuous professional development to keep you ahead of the curve. 🍻 Social events that celebrate our collective achievements. 💪🏼 Early-finish Fridays and flexible hours for a better work-life balance. ✨ Exclusive company discounts and perks Our Commitment At Hush, we embrace diversity as a strength that drives innovation and creativity. We are dedicated to building an inclusive workplace where individuality is celebrated, and everyone feels empowered to succeed. Our culture reflects our commitment to equal opportunities and respect for all. If you’re ready to shape the future of a leading fashion brand and make your mark, apply now! No agencies please.

Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer£46,000 + Annual Bonus + Double Match Pension (IF YOU put 5% they put 10%)Overtime Readily Available – OTE £50,000FANTASTIC Training + Progression OpportunitiesMONDAY - FRIDAY DAYS ONLY AND FLEXI HOURS Why should You Join?- Joining a large business who are going through continuous investment and improvement throughout the business- They are currently expanding their function and looking to bring on multiskilled maintenance engineers with a healthy salary increase to improve the maintenance team further- A proper engineering environment with tons of options of training into robotics, PLC and further training mechanically- A great benefits package including a double match pension (15% total), lots of opportunities for O.T and a good holiday allowance. The Company:We are working with a prestigious client — a multisite business with over 80 years of UK experiences supplying to the construction sector. Operating a state-of-the-art facility in the heart of Bedfordshire, this company offers long-term job security, an outstanding reputation, and nationwide success. The engineering department is known for its supportive culture, robust training programs, and clear career progression paths. They are currently looking to strengthen their engineering team by welcoming a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer. Currently with £10 million worth of capex projetcs ongoing on site, you will be joining the compnay at a perfect time if your looking to get involved in projects The Role:As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, your responsibilities will include: Reactive MaintenancePlanned Preventive MaintenanceMechanical fault finding and troubleshootingWorking on machinery Including Kilns, Hoppers, Packaging machines and more Working on mechanical systems such as conveyors, motors, gearboxes, and pumpsRepair and overhaul of hydraulic and pneumatic systems Candidate Requirements:Our ideal Mechanical Maintenance Engineer will have: A Level 3 qualificationProven experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environmentWillingness to work shiftsStrong team player with a positive, problem-solving attitude Benefits: Highly competitive base salary with annual reviewsAnnual bonus paid every yearDouble-match pension scheme (up to 15%)Access to a generous training budget — further qualifications and skill development are actively encouragedClear progression paths to leadership and senior rolesFriendly, inclusive team culture and a clean, working environment ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientationTPBN1_UKTJ

As our Problem Manager you’ll own and oversee the end‑to‑end resolution of service‑related issues, ensuring problems are effectively managed, root causes are identified, and long‑term solutions are delivered. Foster a Problem Management community within DCC and our supplier network. Proven