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Job Title: Production Engineering ManagerLocation: StevenageSalary: Competitive £50,000 - £60,000A well-established manufacturing organisation is seeking a Production Engineering Manager to lead its Production Engineering and Operations teams, driving operational excellence across all manufacturing activities. This is a key leadership position responsible for ensuring efficient product assembly, successful introduction of new products, and continuous improvement of engineering processes, documentation, and production capability.The role requires a strong blend of technical expertise, people management, customer focus, and project leadership. You will oversee the production team ranging from senior engineers to junior and assistant-level staff while acting as a central point of coordination between production, customers, and internal stakeholders.This is a hands-on management role within a fast-paced, highly technical environment, where attitude, adaptability, and communication are just as important as engineering ability.Key Responsibilities\n\n • Lead and develop the Production Engineering and Operations teams, managing performance, workload, and KPI reporting.\n, • Provide hands-on production engineering support, improving manufacturability, documentation, tooling, and layout efficiency.\n, • Own the full NPI process and act as the main customer-facing contact for engineering and build-related queries.\n, • Prepare assembly quotations, review customer documentation, and produce accurate build packs.\n, • Plan and prioritise engineering activities, supporting production schedules and ongoing project delivery.\n, • Drive continuous improvement across processes, quality, cost, and efficiency.\n, • Ensure compliance with all quality, safety, and environmental standards.\nEssential\n\n, • Demonstrable experience managing a Production/Testing or Manufacturing Engineering team.\n, • Strong background in electronics manufacturing with a solid understanding of best practices, NPI, and production engineering methods.\n, • Proven leadership capability with experience developing junior team members.\n, • Excellent communication and customer-facing skills; able to handle customer queries with professionalism and clarity.\n, • Ability to plan, prioritise, and adapt to changing priorities in a high-mix, fast-moving environment.\n, • Experience working as part of, or contributing to, a senior leadership team.\n, • Evidence of successful continuous improvement initiatives with measurable outcomes.\n, • Strong ERP and computer literacy, with confidence using data to drive decisions.\n, • Positive attitude, adaptability, and resilience under pressure.\n, • Strong problem-solving abilities with commercial awareness.\nDesirable\n\n, • HND or higher in Electronic Engineering or a related discipline.\n, • Experience in tooling design, ergonomic assessment, or layout optimisation.\n, • Training or certification in Lean, CI, Six Sigma, or related improvement methodologies.\n

Project Manager - Commercial fitout \n\n • Location: Hybrid (Hertfordshire-based office with site travel)\n, • Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits\n\n Reed Agency is currently recruiting for a Project Manager position on behalf of our client. This role is perfect for a professional with extensive experience in managing multiple projects, including fit-outs and refurbishments. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. \n Day-to-day of the role: \n\n • Oversee the delivery of projects, ensuring they are executed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.\n, • Manage various projects including fit-outs, refurbishments, and installations.\n, • Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations.\n, • Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, site teams, and suppliers.\n, • Monitor project progress, manage costs, and ensure quality and programme delivery.\n, • Handle project variations and change management processes, prepare snagging lists, and oversee project close-out activities.\n, • Ensure compliance with quality, health & safety, and client requirements.\n, • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, providing regular project updates and reporting.\n\n Required Skills & Qualifications: \n\n • Proven experience as a Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager.\n, • Strong organisational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.\n, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.\n, • A good understanding of technical drawings, specifications, and quotations.\n, • Experience coordinating subcontractors and site teams.\n, • A professional and customer-focused approach.\n\n Benefits: \n\n • Performance-related bonus structure.\n, • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.\n, • Company laptop, tablet, and mobile phone.\n, • Paid travel expenses.\n, • Employee Assistance Programme.\n, • Company pension scheme.\n, • Life insurance.\n, • Competitive holiday allowance including bank holidays.\n, • Regular team events and social activities.\n, • Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.\n, • Support from experienced internal teams.\n\n If you are an ambitious Project Manager looking to advance your career in a role that offers significant responsibility and the opportunity to manage diverse projects, we encourage you to apply. \n To apply for this Project Manager position through Reed Agency, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

Assist with audit preparation and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies. Join our finance team as an Assistant Accountant, where you will support core finance operations including financial reporting, project cost tracking, and month-end close activities. This role collaborates closely w

Vacancy Summary Job Title: Assistant Estimator Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: #1429 Location: nr Stevenage, Hertfordshire Start Date: ASAP Salary: £35k-£45k basic plus competitive package inc car allowance, pension.Company & Project: An established, privately owned and profitable mai

WE’RE HIRING: Production Assistant – Factory Reporting To: Head of Production & Manager Factory and Acrylics Location: On-site Position Type: Full-Time Summary: The role requires someone with a positive attitude, who commands an understanding of using hand & power tool skills and also demonstrate a willingness to learn new skills and experiment. The role offers exciting opportunities for a person who can rise to the challenge and appreciates that each new project offers exciting new prospects. You will be required to work in other departments Job Description: • To be trained in operating CNC, Laser and Zund machines, and operate when required. • To familiarise with all aspects of production, and work with colleagues to develop new skills. • To be fully aware of deadlines and make managers aware when these are at risk. • To ensure good housekeeping practices & ensure all machinery kept in fully maintained and safe condition within their responsibility.. • To be aware of the company’s health & safety policy and requirements. • Ensure a high level of care and accuracy with all operations. • To be flexible and prepared to do overtime if required. • To undertake tasks in a safe manner that poses no threat of potential hazard to oneself or third parties. • Deal with customers and colleagues in a professional and courteous manner. Ready to Apply? If you're ready to learn new skills and grow with a supportive production team, we’d love to hear from you! Please send you CV into (url removed) Skills Required Positive attitude Understanding of using hand & power tool skills A willingness to learn new skills and experiment. Qualifications Required Understanding of using hand & power tool skills Keywords To be trained in operating CNC, Laser and Zund machines, and operate when required

With our exclusive online Simulated Project Assignment, you will have the opportunity to make your way through a simulated project which shadows a project manager. Using our experience in providing project management training online and through our expert recruitment consultants, we can provide a se

NegotiableStevenage, England Permanent New Business Project ManagerDefence & Advanced Engineering ProgrammesOur client is a leading engineering and technology organisation operating within the defence and security sector. Due to continued international growth, major contract a

This role is in ManchesterIn this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:Manage end-to-end API onboarding projects from intake through testing and production go-liveCreate and manage project plans, timelines, milestones, risks, issues, and dependencies to ensure on-time deliveryAct as t

Are you an experienced Senior Project Engineer or Engineering Manager looking to take a leading role on one of the UK's largest infrastructure programmes?Do you have experience managing complex MEP design, technical assurance and engineering interfaces within a major rail environment?Salary: 79,863.

Documenting, carrying out administrative tasks and commissioning tasksReceive implementation plans from Project Engineers for peer reviewAssess network topology and circuitry for project planning Write and provide configuration scripts for a variety of network devices and vendorsSupport Project Eng

Are you ready to take the next step in your engineering career and play a key role in delivering complex, high-value infrastructure projects? We are seeking a driven and capable Project Engineer to support the successful delivery of Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (ME

Including the planning, delivery and monitoring of assigned work packages, making engineering decisions within own sphere of responsibility and delegated authority to ensure projects are delivered to plan. Some of the key challenges for the role include:Effectively dealing with multiple issues, task

Job Description:Your impactIn this role you will set the technical direction of technology maturation activities on GCAP EW, working with other SDAs to prioritise areas of highest technical risk Set the direction for technology maturation activities, ensuring this is coherent with the techni

Main Tasks• Create and manage clear project plans, timelines, and resource schedules• Run project kick-offs and coordinate regular client and internal meetings• Keep all project documentation accurate and up to date• Act as the main point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecyc

Job DescriptionThe Assistant Manager, Fund Accounting is part of the fund accounting team, responsible for servicing a portfolio of closed ended private equity funds and related structures and ensuring timely, accurate financial and investor reporting.

What you will doLead automation delivery across major projects, overseeing PLC, SCADA, and instrumentation systems to ensure they meet scope, schedule, and quality targetsManage system integrators and EPC contractors, reviewing technical deliverables such as P&IDs, Functional Design Specifications (

Location: Rickmansworth / West London, 3 days per week on siteClosing date: 28th AugustInterviews: From 24th SeptemberAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Engineer to join the team delivering the next phase of a major HS2 infrastructure project. As Project Engineer, you will have a stron

Our client is seeking an Assistant Manager to support and enhance their insurance operations across Jersey and Guernsey.

Support the relationship with the client and all stakeholders including third parties/vendors - Liaise with the Quality Manager on effectively investigating NCRs and assisting with the effective close out - Liaise with the HSE Manager to identify design aspects that facilitate safe construct and end

Familiarity with NEC contracts and project controls processes. Location and Working PatternMaple Cross, Hertfordshire (South Portal Site)Full-time on-site roleContract duration: August 2026 to late 2028About NRLThe NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering project

The role of Project Engineer works within the Projects team - Modernisations and Installations and coordinates the activities, resources and tasks that relate to a specific project and ensures jobs costs are kept within quoted parameters and provides progress reports to Project Manager. Lead sub-p

Assistant ClubHotel Manager – Skibound Winter 26/27. What will I be doing as an Assistant ClubHotel Manager?. As an Assistant ClubHotel Manager, you will be second in command to the Hotel Manager and an integral part of our vibrant clubhotel team.

Care Assistant - Nights - Acomb. We're now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Care Assistant - Nights at Amarna House Care Home in York. Your focus as Care Assistant will be to deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to

Are you a Civil Engineering or Project Management Graduate looking or similar to kick-start your career with a growing civil engineering contractor, where you'll receive full training and the opportunity to progress into Contracts Management while working on a range of highways and infrastructure pr

As Assistant Manager, you'll work closely with the General Manager to lead, inspire, and develop the team while ensuring every guest receives exceptional service.

More than support workers, care assistants or healthcare assistants - they are carers and companions all in one. At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something 'Extra Special, Every Day' and we're recruiting for a Senior Care Assistant to help us achieve our goals. At Meryton Place, o

An excellent opportunity has become available for an experienced Personal Assistant.

Were proud of our happy home and are dedicated to creating a place where everyone enjoys coming to work each day.As well being part of a lively and supportive team, we are surrounded by fascinating residents who also bring so much to our lives every day too.Refer a Friend bonus of up to £1000.Compr

More than support workers, care assistants or healthcare assistants - they are carers and companions all in one. At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something 'Extra Special, Every Day' and we're recruiting for a Care Assistant to help us achieve our goals. At Caddington Grove, our C

If you're a passionate Senior Care Assistant looking to take the next step in your career with a provider that genuinely values its team, this could be the perfect opportunity.

As a Care Assistant, you will make a meaningful difference in our residents lives everyday.

Join Our Care Team in Isle of Wight Competitive Pay, Flexible Hours, Apply Now!.Isle of Wight, Cowes, Newport and Freshwater.Additional benefits include enhanced pay for unsociable hours and double-time compensation for work carried out on public holidays.Looking for a rewarding career in care?.We

As a Housekeeping Assistant, you'll be an integral part of our domestic team, ensuring every area of the home is presented to the highest standard of cleanliness and comfort.

Birchstone Care Homes we are committed to providing a safe, secure, happy and comfortable home, promoting a high standard of care and an understanding of individual needs to offer support and choice as required.We are looking for kind and caring individuals to join our happy and friendly team, those

More than support workers, care assistants or healthcare assistants - they are carers and companions all in one. At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something 'Extra Special, Every Day' and we're recruiting for a Care Assistant to help us achieve our goals. At Alston House, our Care

As our Kitchen Assistant (Bank) you will assist our Chef in preparing and cooking a variety of nut.

Senior Care Assistant Contract. As Senior Care Assistant, you will guide and support your team in delivering safe, high quality, person centred care that makes a real difference every day to our residents.

Join our team as a Bank Care Assistant and help residents live with comfort, dignity, and joy. Bank Care Assistant to have the flexibility to work as and when required to include day, night and weekend shifts.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a caring, dependable and confident Senior Care Assistant looking to join a supportive home where dedication and commitment are genuinely recognised. As a Senior Care Assistant, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the home, leading shifts, supportin

We are looking for an individual who has experience of project administration, including project scheduling and tracking. We have an exciting opportunity within the team for a Project Administrator working within Technical Services for Creative and Immersive Technologies team. Someone who is profici

Key responsibilities will include: Managing delivery of planned refurbishment and retrofit construction projects Supervising direct trades and subcontracted teams Ensuring all works are completed safely, on time and to specification Maintaining high standards of site presentation at all times Carry

Week Fit Out in Brent Cross Shopping Centre.MUST HAVE PREVIOUS EXP IN RETAIL FIT OUTS.

Were proud of our happy home and are dedicated to creating a place where everyone enjoys coming to work each day.As well being part of a lively and supportive team, we are surrounded by fascinating residents who also bring so much to our lives every day too.Weekend shifts (with some flexibility requ

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business, leading multiple projects across the UK, while working closely with customers and internal delivery teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest standards. Our established and growing client, a leading te

The Project Manager will be based out of the North East London office and North London sites. Refurbishment, FRA, Recladding project exposure. Project Manager - Social Housing Refurbishment.

Project Manager - Policy Implementation | Local/Central Government I'm currently recruiting for an experienced Project Manager to lead the implementation and delivery of a new policy. F539; Role: Project Manager 🔹 Experience: Local or central government experience essential 🔹 Fo

On offer for the successful CAD Technician/Architectural Designer or similar is the exciting opportunity to join a highly-respected company, going from strength to strength within the Bespoke Architectural Metalwork sector, quickly making a name for themselves as industry leaders? Presenting itself

Lead project handovers, snagging processes and post-project reviews. Lead the delivery of construction, fit-out and refurbishment projects across multiple locations. Conduct site feasibility assessments and provide project recommendations.