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EV Sales Specialist (Technical) Permanent Nationwide (home/field based) CLOSING DATE – 16 February 2026 Who we are: We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals. You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come. About the role: As part of EV Sales Team, the EV Sales Specialist will; • Achieve annual EAC sales targets, including charge‑point installations and gross margin goals., • Provide expert insight into the EV market and Drax’s EV solutions., • Collaborate with Sales Support, Commissioning, wider Drax sales teams, and Third‑Party Intermediaries to convert and deliver opportunities., • Clearly articulate the value of “Why Drax EV” to prospective customers., • Build and develop strong relationships with existing customers and new prospects., • Demonstrate persistence and resilience to consistently meet sales targets., • Manage daily tasks with accuracy, efficiency, and proactive initiative., • Maintain strong cross‑functional relationships across Drax Group to support wider team objectives., • Undertake all required administrative duties and responsibilities in a timely and accurate manner. Be able to clearly demonstrate all stages of the customer contracting journey for all customer in pipeline. Who we’re looking for: To be successful in this role you’ll ideally have… • Wide EV industry experience, including strong technical understanding of EV infrastructure and installation within the energy sector., • A confident and personable communicator, comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders across Drax and customer organisations., • Strong presentation and written communication abilities, capable of delivering clear, compelling messages., • Excellent active listening skills and a high level of attention to detail., • Demonstrated strength in building and maintaining long‑term customer relationships., • Proficient in sales administration and reporting, including quotations, proposals, pipeline management, and the creation and delivery of promotional materials and customer presentations., • An engineering, technical or electrical qualification would be advantageous. Rewards and benefits: As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support your lifestyle. If successful in this role you’ll get: • A discretionary bonus depending on company performance, • Private Healthcare, • SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time, • Personal accident cover, • Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10%, • Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays, • Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come. Together, we make it happen. At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here. Talk to us about flexible working! How to apply: Think this role’s for you? Click the ‘apply now’ button to begin your Drax journey. If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news. We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. If you’d like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email We reserve the right to close roles early when the particular role and / or location has had sufficient applications. #LI-REMOTE

Finance Manager - Colchester/Hybrid - Lead & Develop Finance, Influence Strategy Your new company An international organisation with a track record of sustained growth and innovation is seeking a talented Finance Manager to join its team. In this pivotal role, you will take full ownership of financial and operational controls, ensuring the delivery of accurate, high-quality financial and management information to support strategic decision-making and drive business performance. Your new role The Finance Manager will report to the Managing Director and work closely with the Group Finance Director & Operational Management. They will manage and develop a small & effective finance team & lead the ongoing development of systems, processes, controls and reporting. Key Responsibilities • Prepare monthly management accounts and annual statutory accounts in compliance with UK regulations., • Reconcile the nominal ledger and maintain accurate financial records., • Provide payroll data to ensure timely and correct salary payments., • Oversee finance team output, ensuring accuracy and quality standards., • Lead and develop the finance team., • Handle company and individual tax matters, liaising with auditors for compliance., • Act as primary contact for external auditors and manage interim/year-end audits., • Liaise with group finance teams., • Prepare and agree monthly sales and cash flow forecasts with the Managing Director., • Manage stock control, inventory reconciliation, and purchase ledger queries., • Maintain and improve financial processes to enhance productivity., • Analyse sales and commercial performance, define KPIs, and assist with pricing strategy., • Oversee online banking and maintain strong bank relationships., • Lead ad hoc financial analysis and advanced data handling using MS Office and Google Apps., • Oversee payroll, holiday entitlement, and personnel-related activities., • Prepare VAT returns, waste declarations, and reports for HMRC and other authorities., • Maintain and update sales/cost prices and price lists. Technical Expertise • Proven experience producing monthly management accounts., • Application and knowledge of statutory reporting (FRS102 & IFRS)., • Advanced Excel skills for financial analysis and reporting., • Experience managing and mentoring finance teams., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Strong organisational ability and attention to detail., • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. # 4754665

Technical Writer High-pressure air & gas systems | UK projects | Engineering projects team If you’re a technically strong engineer who likes owning projects end-to-end, this will land. This role suits someone who wants responsibility, visibility, and to be trusted as the technical authority on real, high-value engineering projects, not someone who wants to sit in the background producing drawings in isolation. Why this role exists The business is growing and delivering multiple high-profile projects in the UK market. That means more complexity, tighter deadlines, and higher technical scrutiny. They need a Technical Engineer who can take technical ownership from contract kick-off through to final customer handover, someone who keeps projects technically on track and acts as the go-to point for customers and suppliers. What’s genuinely different • You own the technical delivery of projects, not just a slice of it, • Direct exposure to customers, suppliers and senior stakeholders, • Close collaboration with Project Managers and Design Engineers, • Involvement in technical risk, reviews, audits and improvement, not just documentation The reality of the role Day to day, you’ll be: • Taking full technical responsibility for assigned projects, • Producing and managing technical documentation to contract requirements, • Acting as the technical point of contact for customers and suppliers, • Chairing and contributing to technical review meetings, • Managing technical risks and opportunities using structured registers, • Supporting sales with P&IDs and associated technical input, • Reporting progress clearly and regularly to the Head of Engineering Projects There’s travel involved, including visits to customers and occasional trips to head office in Germany. This is part of the role, not an exception. What they’re looking for This will suit an engineer who is organised, credible and comfortable taking responsibility. You’ll need: • Experience in a technical engineering role, • A formal engineering qualification, • Strong mechanical understanding, • Confidence dealing with customers and suppliers, • Comfort working with documentation, processes and deadlines You’ll also need: • A full UK driving licence and passport, • The ability to obtain SC clearance Who this role suits (and who it won’t) This suits someone who: • Likes structure and accountability, • Enjoys being the technical reference point, • Can balance detail with delivery pressure Next step If you want a role where your technical judgement carries weight and you can see projects through from start to finish, lets have a chat.

Project Manager Hours: 37.5 Hours a week (0830 – 1700 Daily with 1 hour for lunch) Salary: £45-£50k depending on experience Type: Permanent, Full-time Location: Elmstead Market, Colchester Project Partners are now recruiting for an experienced Project Manager. This role has arisen in a growing business who engineer and supply high pressure air and gas compression systems to the UK market. The company is currently working on a number of high-profile projects, for which they are looking to recruit a dedicated team player in the position of Project Manager to manage current and future projects. As part of the Project Engineering team, you will be working on various aspects of projects within the business, your tasks will include, but not be limited to: • Establish and maintain relationships with appropriate stakeholders, providing day-to-day contact on project status and changes., • Taking on full project responsibility from contract kick off through to final customer handover., • Working closely with the Project Design Engineers to produce detailed technical documentation to tight deadlines in line with contract requirements., • Strong organisational skills, ability to develop and manage effective processes., • Keeping accurate records of meeting minutes stakeholder action lists., • Producing and maintaining detailed project plans, ensuring suitable resource is allocated within the project lifecycle., • Participation in internal project review meetings, chairing for own projects., • Providing bi-weekly reporting to the Project Department Lead on project progress., • Being the point of contact for customer and supplier enquiries / correspondence in relation to owned projects., • Effectively manage risk and opportunities within own projects, producing and maintaining detailed R&O registers., • Be responsible for monitoring own KPI’s and assisting in monitoring company KPI’s to drive improvement., • Participation and input into internal project quality audits., • Being forward thinking and willing/able to suggest new ways of working to improve efficiency., • Be available and willing to attend customer meetings and training, including travel to the head office in Germany as required (UK based role)., • Support the business in all aspects of projects being undertaken as required., • Any other areas associated with projects or special packages requiring input that maybe required to support the business. The successful candidate will require the following: • Project Management experience is essential, • An engineering background with a formal engineering qualification is highly desirable., • A good mechanical understanding is essential., • Customer-facing experience is essential., • Project Management certification is advantageous (PRINCE2 / APM), • Must be computer literate and familiar with Microsoft 365, Word, Excel, Project etc., • Must be a team player to fit in with a small working team., • High levels of motivation and the ability to be confident and professional in all situations/circumstances., • Passport and full UK driving licence., • The ability to obtain SC Clearance.

• Job reference: SRF52854, • Salary: £47389 - £58225 per annum / pro rata, • Department: Student Experience and Education Directorate, • Location: Whiteknights Reading UK, • Hours Per Week: FTE 0.80 (28 hours per week), • Employment Basis/Type: Part-time / Permanent Part Time, Permanent Contract The closing date for applications is 23.59 on 1st March 2026 If the successful candidate already holds a Skilled Worker Visa sponsored by another organisation and it was issued before the 4th April 2024, by reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. There is further information about this on the ___.Are you passionate about helping students achieve career success? The University of Reading is seeking a proactive and innovative Careers Consultant to join our award-winning Careers & Employability team. If you are an experienced careers adviser in higher education, an industry professional in HR or possessing significant line management experience recruiting and developing early careers talent, you could be an ideal fit for this role!As a Careers Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in developing and enhancing the employability and career learning of our students. You will use technology-enabled blended learning approaches to improve the career readiness of our students and graduate employment outcomes of the University. This role will provide strategic consultancy to the departments of our Schools of Humanities and Arts and Communication Design and delivers impactful careers teaching, seminars and 1:1 coaching to students. You will also lead a specialist project; our current projects include working with postgraduate students and supporting our alumni., • Consultancy and Analysis : Provide expert labour market analysis and advice to enhance student employability., • Collaboration and Engagement : Work closely with academic departments and the wider Careers & Employability team to embed employability within the curriculum., • Student Support : Manage a student caseload, design and deliver career learning sessions, and provide 1:1 career coaching., • Project Management : Lead key projects within the Careers Consultancy Team, setting objectives and overseeing implementation., • Professional Development : Stay updated with labour market trends and recruitment practices and engage in continuous professional development., • A degree (Humanities/Arts) or equivalent., • A relevant professional qualification in careers, coaching or similar (or working towards)., • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal., • Strong analytical skills with the ability to compile, analyse and present data in a compelling way., • Experience of collaborating with and influencing a broad range of stakeholders at all levels of an organisation., • Experience in project management and the ability to manage conflicting priorities., • Experience delivering seminars or other presentations to large and small groups., • Knowledge of UK graduate recruitment and national labour market developments., • Join a community that is actively making a difference to the future of our planet. Become part of The University of Reading which has been named Sustainable University of the Year 2025 in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025., • Make a real difference in the lives of students by enhancing their career prospects and employability., • Benefit from continuous professional development opportunities and stay at the forefront of careers consultancy. Student Services currently offer smart working arrangements whereby, (following a 6-week induction period), staff may have the opportunity to work from home up to 40% of their working week. Whilst this is an informal arrangement, it is something the successful post-holder can benefit from, whilst remaining flexible around key event dates and the requirements of the role.If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that will allow you to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply. Join us at the University of Reading and help shape the future of our students!Please see the job description and personal specification for further details.For more information, please contact:Contact Name: Nicky NormintonContact Job Title: Head of Career ConsultancyContact Email address: Alternative Contact Name: Anne DelauzunAlternative Contact Job Title: Director of Careers & EmployabilityAlternative Contact Email address: University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

About The Role What youll be doing: Youll be responsible for the day to day management of the store. You will be working up to 45 hours per week - all extra time worked is paid or can be taken as time off in lieu Youll be leading from the front, managing a small team of between 4 - 6 members of staff Youll be committed to motivating your team to deliver a great customer experience as well as achieving challenging sales targets Youll be committed to offering honest advice and building a rapport with customers, exceeding their expectations and reassuring them when they're bewildered by choice What youll need - skills and experience: Proven experience of leading a small team Managerial experience within a retail or field sales position, ideally in a hard goods environment Proven experience in achieving sales targets and KPIs Proven experience in motivating your team Youll have practical experience / knowledge of some or all of our product range You'll be a confident, enthusiastic and driven team player You'll be committed to learning and developing yourself and your team Your personal skills will include accuracy and numeracy as well as basic computer literacy Youll possess the desire to succeed both individually and as leader of the team Benefits What youll get in return for your commitment: Guaranteed monthly commission payment amount for your first 6 months Staff Discounts Healthcare Cash plans A company pension scheme Life Cover Access to the Retail Trust, our well-being platform - offering a 24-hour helpline for a variety of support services Discounts on 100`s of high street & online brands including restaurants, holidays, and shopping Role specific training and development Proactive promotion of internal candidates Paid Breaks Free Tea & Coffee About The Company Where youll be working: Machine Mart are the UKs leading specialist retailer of workshop power tools and equipment to the general public and trade customers.With stores nationwide and over 40 years in business we are at the forefront of our sector and are supporting our recent success with continued growth. For further information on our company and our product range, visit our website: TPBN1_UKTJ

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