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Product Designer (Lighting)Gillingham£35,000-£40,000 + Progression + Training + Progression + Company BenefitsAre you a Product Designer or similar who is proficient in Solidworks looking for a technical role within a market-leading manufacturer renowned for their cutting-edge products in a role offering specialist training and ongoing progression to senior roles?This market leading manufacturer provide a diverse range of lighting products for a broad and growing client base across the UK including consultants, end users and contractors. They have seen continual growth since their establishment to the point they now have over 400 employees and are looking to grow their UK Specification team to assist with ongoing growth across new sectors.This varied role will see you working on a range of lighting projects from conception through to delivery. You will be responsible for developing prototype samples, updating designs and undertaking a range of services. You will work within the tight-knit team of 5 in addition to liaising with admin, manufacturing and other departments.This dynamic role would suit a Product Designer or similar who is proficient in Solidworks or similar looking to work on a specialist product range a broad client base within a UK leading company who offer progression.The Role: • Assist with new product development for a broad range of lighting solutions, • Develop and produce prototype samples, • Support specification, manufacturing and other departments, • Product Designer or similar, • Proficient in Solidworks

Principal Embedded Software Engineer / Embedded Software Manager Salary: Up to £100,000 + Bonus + 7.5% Pension + Free Daily LunchLocation: Maidstone (Full-time Onsite)Sector: Advanced Electronic Systems / Real-Time Imaging Technology A highly innovative engineering company developing complex embedded electronic systems used in precision imaging and high-performance data environments is seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer / Embedded Software Manager to join their growing R&D team. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you will work close to the hardware, leading embedded software development for sophisticated real-time systems involving high-speed data and video processing. The position offers the opportunity to influence architecture, mentor engineers, and contribute directly to next-generation technology platforms. The Role You will take a lead role in embedded software development, contributing to both architecture and hands-on coding while guiding a small team of engineers. Typical responsibilities include: * Designing and developing embedded software in C/C++ * Working with ARM / NXP microprocessors * Developing software for real-time operating systems (FreeRTOS, Zephyr or similar) * Working closely with electronics engineers on complex hardware platforms * Supporting high-speed data transfer and real-time video/image processing * Integrating multimedia interfaces including HDMI, MIPI, USB and DisplayPort * Reviewing schematics, analysing PCB layouts and debugging at bare-metal or RTOS level * Providing technical leadership and mentoring to embedded engineers This is a highly collaborative engineering environment where software engineers work closely with hardware, systems and product teams. Technical Environment * Microprocessors: ARM, NXP * RTOS: FreeRTOS (Zephyr or similar also considered) * Languages: C, C++ * Interfaces: HDMI, MIPI, USB, DisplayPort * Focus: High-speed data systems & real-time video/image processing About You We are looking for engineers who enjoy working close to the hardware and solving complex technical challenges. You will likely have: * Strong embedded C/C++ development experience * Experience with RTOS systems (FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or similar) * Confidence working at low level with hardware * Experience with high-speed data or multimedia interfaces * Ability to debug systems using schematics and PCB layouts

Senior/Principal Electronics Engineer Location: Rochester, Kent (4 days onsite) Salary: £44,000 - £65,000 depending on skills and experience 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, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. As a Senior/Principal Electronics Engineer you will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls, Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. What you’ll be doing: Senior/Principal Electronics Engineer • Executing complex hardware design tasks in accordance with the hardware development plan, whilst meeting agreed timescales and allocated budgets, • Conducting hardware requirements capture, preliminary design, detailed design including a range of analysis tasks, • Coaching & developing the skills of junior team members, • Delivering design artefacts in accordance with company and industry standards, • Working with other disciplines within an integrated team, • You’ll also have people manager responsibilities in this role Your skills and experiences: Senior/Principal Electronics Engineer Essential: • Degree/HND in electronics engineering or an equivalent qualification, • Proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies, • Experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification, • Ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs, • An inquisitive mind-set, articulate, with excellent written and verbal communication skills Desirable: • Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, • Analogue simulations tools, such as Simetrix or Spice, • System development tools, such as Enterprise Architect, Matlab, Simulink

Role: Lead Systems Engineer Location: Rochester, Kent – Hybrid Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 depending on experience + benefits Experienced Lead Systems Engineer needed in Rochester to work on cutting edge systems within the aerospace industry. What the role of the Lead Systems Engineer entails: Some of the main duties of the Lead Systems Engineer will include: • Providing guidance to less experienced engineers, supporting team members wellbeing and career development, • Collaborating to uncover technical solutions and sharing recommendations, • Contributing to strategic project aspects and facilitating implementation of initiatives, • Understanding scope, size and time phasing of packages of work, how these contribute to project success, • Understanding the team size and skillset required, giving regular status and recommendations on resourcing requirements to the project and functional engineering manager, • Understanding and enabling dependencies or facilities required across the team, • Supporting the business by creating new estimates for bids and maintaining the schedule and budget for on-going projects What experience you need to be the successful Lead Systems Engineer: Essential: • Experience in the systems engineering domain and product lifecycle, • Familiarity with system engineering tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink, • Experience leading a team and making decisions from either a technical or managerial aspect, • Experience leading and managing a system engineering team in relevant product markets, • Experience in integration, test, and/or verification of real time and/or safety related systems, • An understanding of information assurance, cyber security and environmental impact aspects relating to real time embedded engineering products Benefits: Overtime, 14% pension, 25 days holiday, free shares and more! Please note: Due to security restrictions we can only consider Sole UK Nationals for this position. This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Lead Systems Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out!

Lead Systems Engineer Rochester Paying up to £65,000 (DOE) Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security clearance - please only apply if suitable Key Responsibilities: • Providing guidance to less experienced engineers, supporting team members well being and career development, • Collaborating to uncover technical solutions and sharing recommendations, • Contributing to strategic project aspects and facilitating the implementation of initiatives, • Understanding scope, size and time phasing of packages of work, how these contribute to project success, • Understanding the team size and skill set required, giving regular status and recommendations on resourcing requirements to the project and functional engineering manager, • Understanding and enabling dependencies or facilities required across the team, • Experience in the systems engineering domain and product lifecycle, • Familiarity with system engineering tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink, • Experience leading a team and making decisions from either a technical or managerial aspect, • A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Aerospace, Physics or Mathematics, • Experience leading and managing a system engineering team in relevant product markets, • Experience in integration, test, and/or verification of real-time and/or safety-related systems This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.

Lead Systems Engineer Rochester Paying up to £65,000 Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security clearance – please only apply if suitable Key Responsibilities: • Providing guidance to less experienced engineers, supporting team members' well-being and career development, • Collaborating to uncover technical solutions and sharing recommendations, • Contributing to strategic project aspects and facilitating the implementation of initiatives, • Understanding scope, size and time phasing of packages of work, and how these contribute to project success, • Understanding the team size and skillset required, giving regular status and recommendations on resourcing requirements to the project and functional engineering manager, • Understanding and enabling dependencies or facilities required across the team, • Supporting the business by creating new estimates for bids and maintaining the schedule and budget for on-going projects Required Skillset: • Experience in the systems engineering domain and product lifecycle, • Familiarity with system engineering tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink, • Experience leading a team and making decisions from either a technical or managerial aspect, • A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Aerospace, Physics or Mathematics, • Experience leading and managing a system engineering team in relevant product markets, • Experience in integration, test, and/or verification of real-time and/or safety-related systems, • An understanding of information assurance, cybersecurity and environmental impact aspects relating to real-time embedded engineering products

Job Purpose: Responsible for leading and developing the Planning function to deliver accurate and efficient demand forecasts, production schedules, and material replenishment plans. The role ensures operations remain within capacity and budgetary parameters while consistently maintaining customer product availability at 98.5% or above. The Demand Planning Manager will demonstrate strong cross-functional collaboration, working closely with Commercial, Operations, Procurement, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to ensure promotional activity, new product launches, and strategic projects are delivered on time and within agreed financial frameworks. Responsibilities: MPS / MRP / Capacity Planning • Lead the creation, review, and ongoing optimisation of Master Production Schedules (MPS) and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) to ensure alignment with business demand, operational capability, and financial targets., • Generate and maintain detailed factory and third-party production plans that consistently deliver 98.5%+ service levels, while balancing:, • MLOR (Minimum Life on Receipt) constraints, • Warehouse space limitations, • Manufacturing capacity and labour availability, • MOQ (Minimum Order Quantities) and EOQ (Economic Order Quantities) requirements, • Ensure production plans are realistic, achievable, and aligned to capacity through structured modelling and scenario planning., • Own KPI reporting and analysis relating to slow-moving stock, rework volumes, excess and obsolete inventory, providing clear insights and corrective action plans., • Deliver regular “Rough Cut Capacity” analysis to proactively identify constraints, risks, and opportunities, enabling early decision-making at senior level., • Manage supply disruptions by developing contingency and alternative supply plans where delivery schedules cannot be improved, minimising service risk and cost impact., • For third-party manufacturing, raise and manage Purchase Orders in line with agreed requirements and stocking policies, ensuring compliance with contractual and financial controls., • Develop and implement new KPIs to enhance visibility of supply chain performance, driving continuous improvement and data-led decision-making., • Minimise material redundancy and write-offs through proactive lifecycle management and structured stock governance., • Identify and implement initiatives to reduce working capital, optimising stock holding policies while protecting service levels. Raw Material Planning • Prepare, lead, and present the monthly raw rice requirements meeting, ensuring clear visibility of demand, supply risks, and forward purchasing strategy., • Ensure full alignment of raw material requirements with the Imports team on a weekly execution basis, proactively managing lead times, shipment schedules, and stock availability., • Monitor inbound supply performance and escalate risks where required to protect production continuity and customer service. Team Direction and Management • Provide leadership and line management to Material Planner(s), setting clear objectives aligned to departmental and business KPIs., • Chair weekly planning meetings to review spend, service levels, stock health, and performance against agreed targets., • Develop team capability through coaching, mentoring, and structured development plans., • Drive process and systems improvements to enhance planning accuracy, reporting efficiency, and overall performance., • Ensure strong communication and collaborative working relationships between the planning team, suppliers, vendors, and internal stakeholders., • Maintain strict adherence to budgeted spend, ensuring planning decisions support overall financial performance. Forecasting • Partner closely with Sales and Marketing to improve forecast accuracy, reducing volatility and bias across the demand plan., • Conduct structured root cause analysis of forecast errors, implementing corrective actions and improving statistical and collaborative forecasting methods., • Challenge demand inputs constructively, ensuring forecasts are realistic, data-driven, and commercially aligned., • Support the continuous development of forecasting tools, metrics, and governance processes. Additional Responsibilities • Act as a key stakeholder in New Product Development (NPD) and project planning, ensuring supply chain readiness and capacity alignment., • Play an active role in the monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, contributing insights on demand, supply, risk, and financial impact.

Job Title: Subcontract Manager Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £65,000 dependent on experience What you’ll be doing: Develop requirements and manage subcontractor selection within a cross-functional team Manage all subcontract documentation, data, and reports accurately and on time Negotiate terms, price agreements, and contracts with subcontractors, resolving conflicts and ensuring compliance Ensure adherence to contractual obligations, including payments, claims, warranties, and contract amendments Proactively manage subcontractor performance to meet schedule, cost, and quality requirements, and embed KPIs Effectively manage variations to subcontracts, minimising impacts and ensuring clear communication Identify and manage emerging risks, including those within the subcontractor’s supply chain Build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal teams (engineering, project management) ensuring a coordinated approach to the interface with subcontractors is maintained Travel occasionally to suppliers’ sites in the UK/ or overseas Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience in subcontract, project, and/or commercial management Proven ability to develop and negotiate complex contracts with customers or suppliers Track record of successfully delivering major subcontract obligations Experience in complex engineering or manufacturing industries Desirable: Experience in defence, aerospace industry Relevant qualifications, such as a degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a commercial discipline, or a professional procurement/project management certification Knowledge of mechanical, electro-mechanical, or optical commodities Benefits: 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 Procurement team As a Subcontract Lead, you will be responsible for managing the full subcontracting lifecycle for one or more key subcontractors. You will ensure they meet project requirements while coordinating across teams to drive success. Building and maintaining effective relationships with subcontractors, project teams, and business functions will be essential to meeting obligations and managing future partnerships. At BAE Systems Rochester, we design and deliver cutting-edge commercial and defence electronics, including high-integrity controls, inceptor systems, head-up and head-mounted displays, power and propulsion solutions, and avionics support. With a global supply chain spanning the UK, Europe, the USA, Canada, South Africa, Australia, Japan, and Sri Lanka, we operate across the entire product lifecycle, from advanced research to in-service support. Now is an exciting time to join us! With significant growth and increasing demand fr our mission-critical projects, we are investing in the future—transforming our site with a new 20,000m² factory and extensive refurbishments already underway 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: 11th March 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. #LI-Onsite #LI-PD1

Lead Systems Engineer Rochester Paying up to £65,000 (DOE) Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security clearance - please only apply if suitable Key Responsibilities: Providing guidance to less experienced engineers, supporting team members well being and career development Collaborating to uncover technical solutions and sharing recommendations Contributing to strategic project aspects and facilitating the implementation of initiatives Understanding scope, size and time phasing of packages of work, how these contribute to project success Understanding the team size and skill set required, giving regular status and recommendations on resourcing requirements to the project and functional engineering manager Understanding and enabling dependencies or facilities required across the team Supporting the business by creating new estimates for bids and maintaining the schedule and budget for ongoing projects Required Skillset: Experience in the systems engineering domain and product lifecycle Familiarity with system engineering tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink Experience leading a team and making decisions from either a technical or managerial aspect A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Aerospace, Physics or Mathematics Experience leading and managing a system engineering team in relevant product markets Experience in integration, test, and/or verification of real-time and/or safety-related systems An understanding of information assurance, cybersecurity and environmental impact aspects relating to real-time embedded engineering products Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission

Are you commercially minded with a passion for ornamental horticulture? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established horticultural supplier in a field-based sales role covering Kent and surrounding areas. This position would suit someone who understands the realities of ornamental production and retail, enjoys building long-term customer relationships, and is motivated by delivering commercial results. About You You don't need to tick every box, but you'll ideally bring: A genuine interest in horticulture, particularly ornamental crops A commercially focused, proactive, "can-do" attitude Strong communication and relationship-building skills Good organisation and time management abilities Confidence working independently in a sales environmentExperience in horticultural sales or the wider supply chain would be advantageous, though not essential. Knowledge of soft fruit or top fruit would be a bonus. A full UK driving licence is required, with flexibility for occasional nights away. The Package Competitive salary Company vehicle 25 days' holiday Generous contributory pension scheme Employee discount Supportive, collaborative working environmentThe Role As Area Sales Manager, you'll be responsible for driving sales growth across your territory, with a strong focus on glasshouse ornamental growers, alongside garden centre engagement and upselling opportunities. Key responsibilities include: Managing and developing existing customer accounts Proactively identifying and winning new business within the horticulture sector Growing spend and adding value through effective product solutions Working closely with national suppliers to maximise opportunities Monitoring market trends and competitor activity Delivering excellent customer service and commercial outcomesThis is a varied, autonomous, field-based role, requiring strong organisation and the confidence to manage your own territory effectively. About the Business Our client is a long-established and highly respected supplier to the UK horticultural industry, supporting commercial growers and garden retailers nationwide. With decades of experience and a strong reputation for technical expertise, they provide a comprehensive range of products, services and advice across the ornamental, protected cropping and fresh produce sectors. The business works closely with leading global manufacturers and breeding partners, ensuring customers have access to innovative, high-quality solutions that improve crop performance and retail outcomes. Alongside product supply, they pride themselves on offering practical, commercially focused guidance that genuinely adds value to their customers' operations. With a collaborative culture, knowledgeable teams and a strong presence across key growing regions, this is a company that combines industry heritage with a forward-thinking approach. They invest in people, value long-term relationships and are committed to supporting the continued growth and sustainability of UK horticulture. What's Next? For an informal chat, please call me, Rae, on (phone number removed) or email (url removed), or send me a message on LinkedIn if you think you tick the majority of boxes for this role. RG21078

Job Title: Night Buyer & Market Operative Location: Unit 14 Quarry Wood Industrial Estate, Mills Road, Aylesford, ME20 7NA Salary: £36,050.00 per annum Job Description We are looking for a Night Buyer to join our Procurement team based at our site in Aylesford. The successful candidate will arrive on site in Aylesford each shift and then travel to Covent Garden Market in a Company vehicle to purchase products to fulfil customer orders. The Night Market Buyer is specifically accountable for: Selecting and purchasing fresh produce and dairy products in New Covent Garden Market to fulfil customer orders The quality, quantity and cost of products purchased Loading vehicles with the use of a Counterbalance FLT Safe & efficient delivery of products back to site at Aylesford What does the job involve? This role plays a vital part in our operations cycle. The purpose of the role is to ensure we consistently offer our customers great availability by accurately and efficiently selecting and purchasing fresh products from market, with a maintained focus on quality and cost. Working collaboratively with the Procurement Manager on the day to day purchasing of products. Ensuring the accurate quantity of suitable quality product is sourced, at a price consistent with business requirements. Reporting daily to the Procurement Manager and Operations Team regarding any purchasing shortfalls or shelf-life concerns. Use of Counterbalance forklift in the market (unloading and loading of pallets, retrieving orders from market suppliers). Completing purchasing records accurately, including goods receipt notes, traceability and quality of assessment records. Key Skills / Experience Driving licence is essential for this position FLT licence is desirable, however full training will be provided Excellent communication skills Ability to work on your own initiative Trustworthy, self-motivated and proactive with a high attention to detail Excellent organisational skills coupled with confident decision making & prioritisation skills I.T literate, intermediate MS Office (Word/Excel) Previous experience in fresh produce is preferred but not necessary Working hours 18:30–04:30 5 nights per week on a rota basis, flexibility is essential in order to meet the requirements of the role About Us Watts Farms is a third-generation family-run farming business, established in 1952. Growers, Packers and Distributors of fresh produce supplying the hospitability industry across Kent, London, and surrounding areas. We also offer a Home Delivery service, offering freshly picked fruit and vegetables from our own farms as well as a full range of grocery, dairy, alcohol, and pantry goods. We pride ourselves on quality! What we can offer you… 31 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) Payment reward for friend referrals Development & Training opportunities Onsite canteen area offering daily refreshments We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment. Please note: Employment checks will include Drugs & Alcohol test TPBN1_UKTJ

Account Manager/ Gillingham Overview: A Market Leader in the supply chain industry are currently seeking a Account Manager to join their team to grow relationships with existing customers and look at new clients to bring on board. This is an excellent opportunity to excel your sales career with progression available. Role & Responsibilities: Liaising with clients on their needs and future orders they may be making Attending client meetings and creating presentations Update customer databases Liaise with internal teams on customer feedback, orders and product development Calculating costs on customer orders Essential Skills & Experience: 2+ Years Sales experience Hunger to progress Driving license required A great communicator Commercially minded Degree or higher education Package: 25 days annual leave + Bank holidays Performance related bonus scheme 5% pension scheme Private healthcare scheme Employee Assistant Healthcare Employee discounted goods and voucher schemes Excellent, tailored training and progression opportunities Account Manager/ Gillingham

Smart Buildings Account Manager If you come from a BMS / Building Controls background and you're looking to transition into Smart Buildings, this role could be for you. This opportunity also provides you a 4 day working week, so if work life balance is important to you, this would be a great opportunity. This is an opportunity to step out of traditional BMS engineering and into a high-impact, client-facing, technology-driven role where your expertise directly improves building performance, reduces carbon emissions and shapes the future of smart buildings. London Area - 4 Day Working Week £60,000 - £65,000 Yearly Salary 4 Day Working Week, Every Week 25 Days Annual Holiday Remote Working, Very Flexible Environment Pension Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Responsibilities Manage the full lifecycle of customer accounts from onboarding to renewal Lead client handovers from sales and support system implementation Deliver training and ensure successful platform adoption Analyse HVAC, BMS and metering systems to identify performance improvements Provide technical commentary, reporting and actionable recommendations Run regular performance review meetings with clients Track and drive completion of energy and optimisation actions Identify contract renewal and account growth opportunities Contribute feedback to product and technical teams to improve system functionality Desired Experience Strong background in BMS / building controls (e.g. Trend, Niagara or similar) Solid understanding of HVAC systems and energy optimisation strategies Experience with protocols such as Bacnet, Modbus, Mbus or LoRaWAN Knowledge of building performance and energy efficiency principles Experience in a client-facing or account management capacity within a technical environment Strong analytical skills with confidence interpreting building data Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Self-motivated, organised and able to manage priorities effectively INDUK

Technical Manager - Fresh Produce Are you a hands-on Technical professional ready to make an impact across a busy Fresh Produce site? Join a dynamic, fast-paced business delivering Fresh Produce to retail customers, where you will support multiple areas of the technical function, from QC and compliance to managing customer specifications and reporting. This is a unique opportunity to develop your career towards senior technical leadership while working across the business. Technical Manager Key Responsibilities Support packhouse QC operations, covering Quality Manager tasks when required Maintain product specifications, supplier approvals, and due diligence documentation Produce and manage customer reports, benchmarking insights, and non-conformance updates Conduct site audits, GMP checks, inductions, and manage internal quality issues Collaborate across Quality, Commercial, and Procurement teams to maintain high standards Liaise with customers on product performance or escalated technical mattersTechnical Manager Key Requirements Experience in Fresh Produce technical or quality roles (fruit and vegetables) Knowledge of Food Safety, QMS, BRCGS, and customer specifications Practical, hands-on, and confident working across multiple functions Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to prioritise in a fast-paced environment Open to training and developing further in a multi-functional role Spanish language desirable Driving Licence requiredTake ownership across multiple areas of technical management in Fresh Produce, support the packhouse QC team, manage customer specifications, and develop your career in a dynamic and varied role. Hours & Working Environment: Sunday - Thursday, 8:00am - 5:00pm, offering a structured working week with Fridays and Saturdays off. Due to the fast-paced and dynamic nature of the Fresh Produce sector, you will work closely with the Technical and Quality teams, supporting both operational and compliance activities across the site. Flexibility is required to respond to the needs of the business and ensure high standards are maintained

HSE Manager (Manufacturing) £45,000 - £50,000 + development + private healthcare + benefits Aylesford (occasional travel to Bournemouth) Certain Advantage is hiring for a Health, Safety and Environmental Manager to join a growing SME manufacturer within the renewable energy and hybrid power sector. This role is on a permanent basis and is site-based in Aylesford, with occasional travel to a second site in Bournemouth. DO you have a strong HSE background within manfacturing, looking to join a highly successful and rapidly growing business with a strong culture of innovation, collaboration and development of people? Do you want a hands-on role where you can build and develop a function, introduce new ideas, and make a real impact in a business that’s investing in people, systems and sustainability? This is an excellent opportunity to join a UK manufacturer that designs, builds and delivers innovative hybrid power and electrification systems for marine, vehicle and off-grid markets. You’ll be joining at an exciting point of growth following the move to a new purpose-built headquarters, with the chance to take ownership of HSE across two UK sites and shape the function for the future. The Company: This is a fast-growing SME that’s firmly positioned at the heart of the UK’s energy transition. Their purpose-built facility in Aylesford brings together production, engineering, and support teams, while a smaller site in Bournemouth supports the business’s wider product range. The company has a strong focus on innovation, sustainability and quality, developing integrated energy solutions for both UK and international clients. You’ll be joining a business that values collaboration, initiative and continuous improvement. The Role: This position is ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy and variety. You’ll lead all aspects of health, safety and environmental management across both sites, for a total workforce of circa 85 people, embedding a positive safety culture and supporting ISO systems maintenance and development (9001, 45001 and planned 14001). Day to day you will: Manage and develop the company’s HSE management systems and policies Conduct audits, inspections, investigations and training sessions Oversee risk assessments, RAMS reviews and contractor safety management Collaborate with managers to identify and implement practical risk reduction measures Drive sustainability and environmental initiatives, including ISO 14001 implementation Report HSE performance to senior management and lead improvement actions Support continuous improvement through digitalisation and best practiceThe Individual: We’re looking for people who can show: NEBOSH Certificate or Diploma (essential) Proven HSE experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment Experience managing ISO systems Pragmatic, hands-on approach to balancing compliance with operational needs Confidence to lead and engage people at all levelsThe Benefits: Salary of £45,000 - £50,000 depending on experience Private healthcare and wellbeing support Professional development opportunities Supportive and collaborative working environment Opportunity to build and shape the HSE function within a growing businessDoes this sound like your next career move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you’re hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we’ll work with you to find it. We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Engineering, Manufacturing, IT and Operations. If this job isn’t for you, head to (url removed) and register for job alerts and career guidance tips

Product Designer (Lighting) Gillingham £35,000-£40,000 + Progression + Training + Progression + Company Benefits Are you a Product Designer or similar who is proficient in Solidworks looking for a technical role within a market-leading manufacturer renowned for their cutting-edge products in a role offering specialist training and ongoing progression to senior roles? This market leading manufacturer provide a diverse range of lighting products for a broad and growing client base across the UK including consultants, end users and contractors. They have seen continual growth since their establishment to the point they now have over 400 employees and are looking to grow their UK Specification team to assist with ongoing growth across new sectors. This varied role will see you working on a range of lighting projects from conception through to delivery. You will be responsible for developing prototype samples, updating designs and undertaking a range of services. You will work within the tight-knit team of 5 in addition to liaising with admin, manufacturing and other departments. This dynamic role would suit a Product Designer or similar who is proficient in Solidworks or similar looking to work on a specialist product range a broad client base within a UK leading company who offer progression. The Role: Assist with new product development for a broad range of lighting solutions Develop and produce prototype samples Support specification, manufacturing and other departments Be part of a tight-knit team of 5The Person: Product Designer or similar Proficient in Solidworks Commutable to GillinghamProduct, Designer, Engineering, Solidworks, 2D, 3D, CAD, Technical, M&E, Lighting, Relux, Dialux, Design, Commission, Remote, Account Manager, Project, North West, Liverpool, Manchester, Derby, Wolverhampton, Chester Reference Number: BBBH23964 If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website

The Opportunity Are you an experienced Account Manager with strong automotive industry knowledge? We’re looking for a commercially driven professional to act as the key interface between the business and its automotive customers. You’ll be the internal customer champion — leading commercial strategy, driving growth, and building long-term partnerships in a fast-moving automotive environment. This is a high-impact role where you’ll take ownership of major accounts, lead negotiations, and convert opportunity into sustainable revenue. What You’ll Be Doing Act as the primary commercial interface for automotive customers Build, develop and grow strategic customer relationships Lead quotations, negotiations, and supply agreements Develop robust monthly and annual sales forecasts Identify and drive new business opportunities within accounts Understand customer product cycles, forecasts, and market strategy Present and defend commercial proposals with confidence Work cross-functionally across technical and commercial teams Communicate the value of complex, technical automotive products Ensure quality and compliance standards are met Travel domestically and internationally as required What We’re Looking For Minimum 3 years’ Account Management experience Essential: Strong knowledge of the automotive industry (OEM or Tier supplier environment) Degree in Engineering, Business or similar Commercially focused with strong revenue and margin awareness Confident negotiator and decision-maker under pressure Strategic thinker with excellent organisational skills Self-motivated, adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced setting Experience developing value propositions and business cases (desirable) What’s On Offer Competitive salary + performance bonus Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits Family-friendly policies Flexible, agile working approach Structured career development opportunities Inclusive, collaborative culture Strong focus on safety, integrity and accountability Additional Information Domestic and international travel required Applicants must have the right to work in the UK Equal opportunity employer Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included

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A leading fresh produce business is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to manage and support a small Quality and Product team. The role is responsible for assessing and managing fresh produce quality across the supply chain, ensuring customer specifications are consistently met. Key Responsibilities: Manage and support a small QA/Product team Assess raw material and finished product quality through inspections Manage stock rotation and product allocations based on quality Build strong relationships with growers, suppliers and partner pack sites Communicate and resolve quality issues with internal teams Conduct site, grower and store visits as required Support traceability, waste management and product testing About You: Experience in QA or product management within fresh produce Strong communication and decision-making skills Good attention to detail and stakeholder management Flexible to travel and weekend work on a rota basis Package: Competitive salary (DOE) 25 days holiday + bank holidays Discretionary annual bonus Life assurance For more information and an informal chat apply and get in contact with Adam on (phone number removed) or email to (url removed)

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