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Design Manager (Geotechnical / Structural) This challenging and exciting opportunity requires an individual with a good technical background and demonstrable experience in managing the holistic design process from within the geotechnical or structural engineering sector. 7-10+ years relevant design experience is required, with remote working available, and occasional presence on site to diagnose issues as they arise. Due to a dedication to continued profitable, ambitious and long-term growth, our client now seeks to appoint a Design Manager, with the focus on accurately diagnosing subsidence, both structurally and geotechnically and creating technically correct solutions. You will conduct the review and feasibility of schemes, produce innovative and bespoke designs, design checking and approving, quality assurance of all designs, quote approval and advising the operations department on general engineering matters. Our client seeks a high calibre professional with enthusiasm and drive to make an impact. You must have strong technical acumen coupled with a general passion for subsidence and ground engineering and demonstrable design management expertise within the industry. You will also have a professional approach and a keen eye for detail, along with excellent communication and IT skills The Role Visiting site online (80%) and in person (20%) to diagnose structural, subsidence and geotechnical based problems the create the most appropriate and effective design solution Technical support and training of Area Sales Managers to help them accurately diagnose problems Proactive customer engagement to developing feasibility schemes and designing a suitable repair for assets, structures, infrastructure or buildings that have suffered from subsidence Checking of internal designs in accordance with company guidelines Checking and approving the quality of proposals in accordance with company guidelines Signing off Certificates of Structural Adequacy Working with operations to learn how designs perform on site Supervising retreatment works on site Reduced number of aborted work and complaints relating to design issues Reduce numbers of rejected proposals due to incorrect diagnosis or proposed solutions proposed The Person Educated to degree standard in Civil, Geotechnical or Structural Engineering A track record of producing geotechnical and structural design solutions Solid industry software and IT skills across multiple platforms Experience in retaining wall analysis and design, a member of ICE or IStructE 7-10 years experience covering a variety of project sizes and complexities From a contracting or consulting business with experience in structural and foundation engineering, and a multi-tasker with strong ICT skills Experience of dealing directly with both customers and internal stakeholders A good knowledge of various geotechnical and structural techniques and designs A passion for geotechnical and structural engineering technical design excellence Hands-on individual who is used to working in a fast-paced changing environment You can work under pressure and at speed to solve problems and issue designs Willingness to carry out virtual site inspections to diagnose problems and propose solutions Our Client Our client is one of the UKs leading specialist contractors, renowned for providing technically advanced and cost-effective solutions across the structural support, ground stabilisation, land remediation, foundations, underpinning, ground improvement, stabilisation, geotechnical engineering and subsidence repair sectors. Their offering includes design, build, installation and non-disruptive services provided to all areas of the residential, social housing, local authorities, housing associations and public sectors. Their reputation is built on engineering excellence and a commitment to continual innovation, backed by a central technical design and engineering resource, ensuring they deliver a full range of techniques bespoke to any requirement and specification. A very attractive basic salary, plus a highly lucrative bonus commission scheme, and an extensive benefits package is on offer to the successful candidate, along with longevity of career given the dedicated and ambitious growth plans and forward order workload for the UK. TPBN1_UKTJ

Join Our Team and Make a Difference Every Day at MacIntyre! At MacIntyre, we believe in the power of individual voices and creating a space where everyone feels heard, valued, and understood. We're looking for caring, compassionate individuals to join our team and help us create a welcoming environment for adults with multiple learning and physical disabilities. Position Details: Part-time role available 9 hours per week Shifts patterns from 10am to 1pm, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday. Must be a driver with a UK manual or automatic licence In this role, you'll be an integral part of enabling the people we support to enjoy their glorious ordinary lives, by fulfilling experiences. Whether it's swimming, arts and crafts, dining out, or going on outings in our mini-bus, you'll be supporting them to explore the activities that bring them joy. Sharing mealtimes and preparing delicious meals together, you'll build strong relationships through everyday moments. You'll also have the support of a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team, including registered nurses, to ensure the highest standards of care. Every day at MacIntyre is an opportunity to make a real difference. You could be supporting George who has limited verbal communication, so you'll learn to tune into the subtle ways he expresses himself. Your kindness and attention can light up Georges day in ways that words cannot capture—rewarding you with smiles, laughter, and the joy of seeing someone feel understood. Who is this role for? No previous experience is needed to become a Support Worker. What's most important is your passion for making a positive impact. Every day offers new chances to uplift those we help, and the rewards are immeasurable. We're looking for someone who listens well, shows empathy, and is in tune with others' needs. We celebrate equality and ensure everyone feels respected and in control of their lives. With your dedication and willingness to learn, we'll provide the training and ongoing support you need to thrive. Join us at MacIntyre, where we're creating a world where everyone is valued, and together, we can make every day meaningful! "Please note, we are currently unable to offer sponsorships as we await further guidance from the Home Office. Applications requiring sponsorship cannot be considered at this time. We appreciate your understanding." *names have been changed for privacy #IND1 About you Of course we welcome you if you've been a care assistant or support worker, but experience isn't necessary. If you share our values, are warm, friendly and willing to learn, you're likely to be a great fit. Swimming is not essential but you will need to be prepared to get into the pool to assist. We're looking for people who celebrate differences, and we strive to make all our staff feel included, valued and respected. About us MacIntyre is a national charity which supports over 1,200 people with a learning disability and/or autism. We were founded in 1966 by the visionary parent of a child with disabilities and have been growing steadily ever since. We celebrate and develop everyone's unique gifts, talents and contributions. Training and Development At Macintyre we fully support your training and development. We know it can be daunting to start a new job, and not everyone learns the same way, so throughout your probation we will provide you with a mixture of eLearning, face-to-face training and mentoring support whilst on the job. But it doesn't stop there - throughout your career with us you will have access to our own dedicated in house Learning and Development team, Quality Specialists and HR Teams. These teams, along with your Manager, will provide you with opportunities to learn and develop professionally as well as enabling and supporting you to achieve professional qualifications and career progression opportunities - all free of charge. Pay and Rewards We provide a range of benefits to reward and thank our staff which includes: Six weeks' annual leave including statutory public holidays Workplace Pension scheme – MacIntyre will contribute 3% of your salary to all eligible employees MacIntyre Staff Savings Scheme Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing Health Cash Plan which provides money back on core health treatments such as: optical, dental, physiotherapy, chiropody (at reduced cost) MacIntyre Sick Pay (qualifying period) Life assurance scheme offering valuable benefits to your dependents MacIntyre Rewards Scheme which recognises and rewards staff MacIntyre Perks which offers up to 6% discount off leading retailers including Tesco, Curry/PC World, Costa and many more Access to the Blue Light Card which offers thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street for emergency and social care staff. Enhanced DBS Certificate (cost paid by MacIntyre) How to apply If this job sounds like the right fit for you, click on the Apply button on the MacIntyre website, complete some brief details and upload your CV. if you would prefer to complete a manual application form, call usand we will send an application form to you. Please note: we reserve the right to close this advert early if we have received a sufficient number of applications, so don't delay, apply today. Safer Recruitment and Diversity statement MacIntyre safeguards and promotes the welfare of the children, young people and adults we support. Therefore we work with successful candidates to complete appropriate checks prior to joining. MacIntyre is committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion among our workforce. We want our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and the people we support. As part of this commitment, our accessibility toolbar allows you a number of options: read adverts in another language (including Welsh for our Services located in Wales), change the font to Open Dyslexia, change the colours, and many others. Just click the button marked “Accessibility” at the top of the screen. TPBN1_UKTJ

Now accepting applicants for Focus Group studies. Earn up to £700 per week part-time working from home. Must register to see if you qualify. No Customer Service Representative Agent experience needed. Customer Service Representative Agent Work From Home - Part Time Remote Focus Group Panelists Our company is seeking individuals to participate in National & Local Paid Focus Groups, Clinical Trials, and Market Research assignments. With most of our paid focus group studies, you have the option to participate remotely online or in-person. This is a great way to earn additional income from the comfort of your home. Compensation: £55 - £120 (per 1 hour session) £250 - £700 (multi-session studies) Job Requirements: Show up at least 10 mins before discussion start time. Participate by completing written and oral instructions. Complete written survey provided for each panel. MUST actually use products and/or services, if provided. Then be ready to discuss PRIOR to meeting date. Qualifications: Must have either a smartphone with working camera or desktop/laptop with webcam Must have access to high speed internet connection Desire to fully participate in one or several of the above topics Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions. Customer service representative agent experience is not necessary. Job Benefits: Flexibility to take part in discussions online or in-person. No commute needed should you choose to work from home remotely. No minimum hours. You can do this part-time or full-time Enjoy free samples from our sponsors and partners in exchange for your honest feedback of their products. You get to review and use new products or services before they are released to the public. You must apply on our website and complete a set of questionnaire to see if you qualify. This position is perfect for anyone looking for temporary, part-time or full-time work. The hours are flexible and no previous experience is required. If you are a customer service representative agent or someone just looking for a flexible part time remote work from home job, this is a great way to supplement your income.

Could you provide compassionate nursing support to people with learning disabilities? Join our award-winning charity and make a real difference in people's lives! We are looking for a caring Relief Nurses (RGN) with at least 1 years experience to join our registered care service in St Albans, Hertfordshire . In this role, you'll provide high-quality nursing support to adults with learning disabilities, working alongside a dedicated team to help each person lead a fulfilling and supported life. How Relief Hours Work Our relief roles are designed with flexibility in mind – it's a bit like a zero-hours contract, but with all the benefits. You choose when you're available to work, so there's no pressure to take shifts that don't suit your schedule. We offer these flexible contracts because we believe they suit you . And with over 95% of our staff in permanent positions, you'll have the opportunity to apply for a full-time contract when the time is right for you. The Relief Nurse (Bank) role helps cover shifts when regular staff are on annual leave, training, or absent. This means your hours will vary, but your manager will work with you to balance the needs of the service with your work-life balance. Rotas are usually planned a month in advance, but additional shifts may become available due to unexpected absences. About the Role As a Relief Nurse, you'll join a compassionate team providing 24-hour support to 12 wonderful people with a variety of disabilities, in a friendly and homely environment. You'll be able to build meaningful relationships with the people we support, getting to know them and understanding their unique care needs. Your role will include: Supporting fun and engaging activities such as arts and crafts, walks, drives, music, films, and cookery. Assessing the nursing care needs of the people we support and working with the team to create, implement, and review their Health Action Plans , within their broader Person Centred Plans . Responding to and managing health concerns and medical emergencies as they arise. Administering prescribed medications, treatments, and interventions, ensuring to monitor and record their effects accurately. Auditing, ordering, and safely storing medications. Why Join Us? Flexibility: Choose shifts that fit your schedule while still supporting our dedicated team. Job security: Over 95% of our team are in permanent roles, with the opportunity to move into one when the time is right for you. Career development: We support your growth and offer opportunities for further training. Make a difference: Work in an environment where you can truly improve the lives of the people we support. If you are passionate about providing person-centred care and want to work for a charity that truly values its team, we would love to hear from you. "Please note, we are currently unable to offer sponsorships as we await further guidance from the Home Office. Applications requiring sponsorship cannot be considered at this time. We appreciate your understanding." #IND About you You will need to be a registered nurse with clinical nursing experience . You will be supporting a variety of conditions, including the management of PEG feeds, catheters and stomas. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills and make a real difference to the lives of people along the way. About us MacIntyre is a national charity which supports over 1,200 people with a learning disability and/or autism. We were founded in 1966 by the visionary parent of a child with disabilities and have been growing steadily ever since. We celebrate and develop everyone's unique gifts, talents and contributions. How to apply If this job sounds like the right fit for you, click on the Apply button on the MacIntyre website, complete some brief details and upload your CV. if you would prefer to complete a manual application form, call us 01908 357 016 and we will send an application form to you. Please note: we reserve the right to close this advert early if we have received a sufficient number of applications, so don't delay, apply today. Pay and Rewards We provide a range of benefits to reward and thank our staff which includes: Six weeks' annual leave including statutory public holidays Workplace Pension scheme – MacIntyre will contribute 3% of your salary to all eligible employees MacIntyre Staff Savings Scheme Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing Health Cash Plan which provides money back on core health treatments such as: optical, dental, physiotherapy, chiropody (at reduced cost) MacIntyre Sick Pay (qualifying period) Life assurance scheme offering valuable benefits to your dependents MacIntyre Rewards Scheme which recognises and rewards staff MacIntyre Perks which offers up to 6% discount off leading retailers including Tesco, Curry/PC World, Costa and many more Access to the Blue Light Card which offers thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street for emergency and social care staff. Enhanced DBS Certificate (cost paid by MacIntyre) Safer Recruitment and Diversity statement MacIntyre safeguards and promotes the welfare of the children, young people and adults we support. Therefore we work with successful candidates to complete appropriate checks prior to joining. MacIntyre is committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion among our workforce. We want our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and the people we support. As part of this commitment, our accessibility toolbar allows you a number of options: read adverts in another language (including Welsh for our Services located in Wales), change the font to Open Dyslexia, change the colours, and many others. Just click the button marked “Accessibility” at the top of the screen. TPBN1_UKTJ

Are you driven to make a real difference in childrens lives? Join our dedicated team as a Support Worker at our childrens home, and work to create a safe, nurturing environment where every child feels secure, valued, and loved.Read all the information about this opportunity carefully, then use the application button below to send your CV and application.We are seeking 3 full-time Support Workers to join our team in St Albans, working with children and young people who love staying active, trying new activities, and exploring new places.Youll work a mixture of early shifts from 7am- 3pm, late shifts from 2pm- 10pm, as well as alternating weekends.You will support four children and young people with learning disabilities in all aspects of their daily lives, bringing your good humour and resilience to make each day both enjoyable and meaningful.From helping them get ready for school and preparing meals to assisting with household chores, youll see the childrens confidence grow as they achieve new milestones.While new experiences are exciting, your reassuring, calm presence will provide the stability the children need to thrive, guiding them through structured days and teaching essential life skills.While the children are at school, youll help make their home a welcoming place to return to by tidying and preparing the weekly activity plan for predictable and engaging evenings.Youll also assist with personal care and medication to help each child feel their best.Additionally, youll have opportunities for personal development through bespoke training and working towards a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.During the school holidays and weekends, youll help ease the transition from school routines to having fun by supporting the young people on exciting outings like visiting the beach or theme parks, as well as engaging with each childs own interests: Alex* enjoys his quiet moments, whether its reading stories with a cup of tea, relaxing in the sensory room, or visiting the farm.Arnold is always up for an episode of his favourite soaps, shopping, and finds real achievement in his work experience at the local charity shop.Dave loves getting his hands dirty, exploring the garden, and playing in the mud.Hes also known for his impish laughter and tickles in the lounge, and spending time in the park with staff.Jack has a real sense of play- he loves puzzles, playing games on his iPad, and water play.Hes also a fan of his favourite Disney films and has even enjoyed a trip to the theatre.If youre compassionate, dedicated, and really care about helping children reach their full potential, wed love to hear from you.You must be a driver with a UK manual/automatic licence, as you will be driving service vehicles to unlock opportunities for the children.You must also have your own transport that is insured for business use.IND *Names changed for anonymity.About you Experience isnt always necessary.If you have the right attitude, good customer service skills, share our values and are willing to learn, youre likely to be a great fit.We are looking for people who celebrate differences, and we strive to make all our staff feel included, valued and respected.We provide full training for aspects of the role you may be unfamiliar with, like administering medication.About us MacIntyre is a national charity which supports over 1,200 people with a learning disability and/or autism.We were founded in 1966 by the visionary parent of a child with disabilities and have been growing steadily ever since.We celebrate and develop everyones unique gifts, talents and contributions.Training and Development At Macintyre we fully support your training and development.We know it can be daunting to start a new job, and not everyone learns the same way, so throughout your probation we will provide you with a mixture of eLearning, face-to-face training and mentoring support whilst on the job.But it doesnt stop there- throughout your career with us you will have access to our own dedicated in house Learning and Development team, Quality Specialists and HR Teams.These teams, along with your Manager, will provide you with opportunities to learn and develop professionally as well as enabling and supporting you to achieve professional qualifications and career progression opportunities- all free of charge.Pay and Rewards We provide a range of benefits to reward and thank our staff which includes: Six weeks annual leave including statutory public holidays Workplace Pension scheme – MacIntyre will contribute 3% of your salary to all eligible employees MacIntyre Staff Savings Scheme Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing Health Cash Plan which provides money back on core health treatments such as: optical, dental, physiotherapy, chiropody (at reduced cost) MacIntyre Sick Pay (qualifying period) Life assurance scheme offering valuable benefits to your dependents MacIntyre Rewards Scheme which recognises and rewards staff MacIntyre Perks which offers up to 6% discount off leading retailers including Tesco, Curry/PC World, Costa and many more Access to the Blue Light Card which offers thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street for emergency and social care staff.Enhanced DBS Certificate (cost paid by MacIntyre) How to apply If this job sounds like the right fit for you, click on the Apply button on the MacIntyre website, complete some brief details and upload your CV.if you would prefer to complete a manual application form, call usand we will send an application form to you.Please note: we reserve the right to close this advert early if we have received a sufficient number of applications, so dont delay, apply today.Safer Recruitment and Diversity statement MacIntyre safeguards and promotes the welfare of the children, young people and adults we support.Therefore we work with successful candidates to complete appropriate checks prior to joining.MacIntyre is committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion among our workforce.We want our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and the people we support.As part of this commitment, our accessibility toolbar allows you a number of options: read adverts in another language (including Welsh for our Services located in Wales), change the font to Open Dyslexia, change the colours, and many others.Just click the button marked “Accessibility” at the top of the screen.d02fcfcb-6df4-40ee-95cf-3eb059ce3173

Are you looking for real job satisfaction? Do you have the right qualities to support children and young people who have learning disabilities? No two days are the sameMaximise your chances of a successful application to this job by ensuring your CV and skills are a good match.- this is so much more than just a job Youll join us as a Relief Support Worker in St Albans, working with young people who love to be kept busy trying new things and visiting new places.You will need to be driver with a UK manual licence.What sort of thing might you be doing? One day you could be visiting the seaside and the next enjoying reading a good book with the boys.Alex* loves visiting the farm, going to the library, reading stories with a cup of tea and hanging out in the sensory room.Arnold loves to watch his favourite soaps, clothes shopping and listening to pop music.Dave cannot get enough of getting messy, exploring in the garden and playing in the mud.Dave loves nothing more than tickles in the lounge and interacting with staff and playing in the park.Jack enjoys doing puzzles, playing games on his iPad and loves his water play.Jack loves watching all his Disney films and has even enjoyed a trip to the Theatre.*Names changed for privacy If all this sounds like a great day at work, then join us on the journey to support each of the young people in a way which makes sense to them and help them create lasting memories.How Relief works The Relief (Bank) post supports the permanent rota staff by completing shifts that are vacant due to annual leave/sickness/training/unforeseen circumstances.As such, hours are non specific but the service will endeavour to balance the needs of the service against your own work/life balance as appropriately as possible.We normally plan the rotas one month in advance and there is no obligation to accept the work.If you unable to do any shifts you will remain on our Relief register for 3 months before automatically dropping off.Of course the more you put in, the more you will get out of this.Could also be a great way to see if this is the career path for you whilst earning some extra money at the same time! "Please note, we are currently unable to offer sponsorships as we await further guidance from the Home Office.Applications requiring sponsorship cannot be considered at this time.We appreciate your understanding." IND About you Of course we welcome you if you have been a support worker or care assistant, but experience isnt necessary.If you have the right attitude, share our values and are willing to learn, youre likely to be a great fit.We are looking for people who celebrate differences, and we strive to make all our staff feel included, valued and respected.About us MacIntyre is a national charity which supports over 1,200 people with a learning disability and/or autism.We were founded in 1966 by the visionary parent of a child with disabilities and have been growing steadily ever since.We celebrate and develop everyones unique gifts, talents and contributions.Training and Development At Macintyre we fully support your training and development.We know it can be daunting to start a new job, and not everyone learns the same way, so throughout your probation we will provide you with a mixture of eLearning, face-to-face training and mentoring support whilst on the job.But it doesnt stop there- throughout your career with us you will have access to our own dedicated in house Learning and Development team, Quality Specialists and HR Teams.These teams, along with your Manager, will provide you with opportunities to learn and develop professionally as well as enabling and supporting you to achieve professional qualifications and career progression opportunities- all free of charge.Pay and Rewards We provide a range of benefits to reward and thank our staff which includes: Six weeks annual leave including statutory public holidays Workplace Pension scheme – MacIntyre will contribute 3% of your salary to all eligible employees MacIntyre Staff Savings Scheme Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing Health Cash Plan which provides money back on core health treatments such as: optical, dental, physiotherapy, chiropody (at reduced cost) MacIntyre Sick Pay (qualifying period) Life assurance scheme offering valuable benefits to your dependents MacIntyre Rewards Scheme which recognises and rewards staff MacIntyre Perks which offers up to 6% discount off leading retailers including Tesco, Curry/PC World, Costa and many more Access to the Blue Light Card which offers thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street for emergency and social care staff.Enhanced DBS Certificate (cost paid by MacIntyre) How to apply If this job sounds like the right fit for you, click on the Apply button on the MacIntyre website, complete some brief details and upload your CV.if you would prefer to complete a manual application form, call usand we will send an application form to you.Please note: we reserve the right to close this advert early if we have received a sufficient number of applications, so dont delay, apply today.Safer Recruitment and Diversity statement MacIntyre safeguards and promotes the welfare of the children, young people and adults we support.Therefore we work with successful candidates to complete appropriate checks prior to joining.MacIntyre is committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion among our workforce.We want our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and the people we support.As part of this commitment, our accessibility toolbar allows you a number of options: read adverts in another language (including Welsh for our Services located in Wales), change the font to Open Dyslexia, change the colours, and many others.Just click the button marked “Accessibility” at the top of the screen.COVID-19 Information We will take every precaution to keep you and everyone involved safe during the recruitment process and your employment with MacIntyre.We encourage all our employees to follow Government advice and get vaccinated against COVID and flu.d02fcfcb-6df4-40ee-95cf-3eb059ce3173