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PLC Software Engineer Rockwell PLCs FactoryTalk / Studio 5000 £50-62k + Hybrid Working Samuel Frank is recruiting for a PLC Software Engineer with Rockwell PLC experience to join a well-established, growing engineering business. The role is predominantly office-based with very limited site work and would suit a PLC Software Engineer who enjoys structured, collaborative development rather than co... ZIPC1_UKTJ

SOFTWARE ENGINEER £45,000 - £60,000 + BONUSRemote (Uk based) This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-growth data and machine learning company that predicts KPIs for major brands and provides market-moving insights to investors. You'll take ownership of critical engineering systems that power daily KPI forecasts. THE COMPANY: You'll join the AI & DataOps team, a cross-functional engineering group working across software engineering, data engineering, and applied machine learning. With strong commercial growth and continued expansion, they are now hiring a Software Engineer to take ownership of their AWS infrastructure. THE ROLE: Key responsibilities include: • Owning and maintaining AWS infrastructure (Lambda, Step Functions, DynamoDB, S3)., • Building and enhancing internal Python libraries (API design, releases, versioning)., • Managing trackers, Lambdas, Step Functions, DynamoDB tables, and API integrations (including Slack-based pipelines)., • Python, • AWS services including Lambda, Step Functions, S3, DynamoDB, EC2/ECS., • Infrastructure-as-code (Terraform or CloudFormation)., • CI/CD, testing, and software engineering best practices. THE BENEFITS: You will receive a salary of £45,000 - £60,000 depending on experience, plus a performance-based bonus and strong opportunities for technical ownership and growth. HOW TO APPLY: Please register your interest by sending your CV to Molly Bird via the apply link on this page.

Full Stack Software Engineer - National SecurityLocation: Manchester (Hybrid - 2 days onsite per week)Salary: £50,000 + benefitsClearance: Active SC clearance required (must be eligible to undergo high levels of security clearance) About the RoleSanderson Government & Defence is supporting a highly respected technology and engineering organisation delivering mission-critical solutions into the UK National Security domain. This is an opportunity to work on impactful, cutting-edge systems that protect people, platforms, and sensitive information against evolving threats. You'll be developing innovative products at the intersection of digital and physical systems, contributing to projects that genuinely make a difference. What You'll Be Doing * Designing, developing, and maintaining full stack applications using modern technologies * Writing clean, secure, and test-driven code * Building scalable APIs and integrating UI components with complex data systems * Translating high-level designs into robust technical solutions * Contributing to system architecture, including data ingest pipelines and data stores * Collaborating within Agile teams (stand-ups, sprint planning, demos) * Engaging with stakeholders to understand user needs and shape technical solutions * Supporting continuous improvement and adoption of emerging technologies Key Skills & Experience * Strong Java development experience, ideally with Spring Boot * Frontend experience with React, Vue, or Angular * Experience with test-driven development and modern testing frameworks * Strong understanding of APIs, microservices, and system integration * Ability to produce clear technical documentation and designs * A proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies Desirable Experience * Exposure to cloud platforms, DevOps, or platform engineering * Experience working in secure or regulated environments * Interest in AI, data science, or cybersecurity domains What's on Offer * Salary of £50,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package * Hybrid working model (Manchester-based, 2 days onsite) * Long-term project work within the National Security sector * Opportunities for professional growth and upskilling in emerging technologies * The chance to work on meaningful, high-impact systems Important InformationDue to the nature of the work, candidates must hold active SC clearance and be eligible to undergo high levels of security clearance. If you're a curious and driven engineer looking to apply your skills to complex, real-world challenges, we'd love to hear from you. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Are you an experienced Electrical Design Engineer looking for your next opportunity? Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated Electrical Design Engineer to join their team. This role involves the design and specification of electrical systems from low voltage (LV) through to 33kV, supporting projects from concept through to delivery. You will play a key role in modelling, compliance, and technical communication across multidisciplinary teams.Electrical Design EngineerPermanentSalary: Circa £50,000 (flexible for the right candidate, with potential up to £60,000)Working Hours: Monday–Thursday 08:00–17:00, Friday 08:00–14:45 (some flexibility available by prior agreement) Electrical Design Engineer Job Description • Understand project objectives and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes., • Design and specify electrical installations from LV to 33kV systems., • Carry out electrical system modelling including load calculations, fault level analysis, and protection coordination., • Perform cable calculations to ensure safe and efficient system design., • Contribute to substation design, including layout and equipment integration., • Select and size appropriate switchgear for project requirements., • Develop and review protection grading studies., • Ensure all designs and site activities comply with relevant standards and regulations., • Develop detailed technical specifications for electrical equipment., • Communicate design concepts clearly through meetings, reports, and detailed drawings., • Represent the company in client and contractor meetings with professionalism and technical expertise., • Conduct site surveys, inspections, and monitor on-site activities., • Support project delivery with a focus on budget and cost control., • Produce detailed reports and maintain accurate project documentation., • Promote effective communication and collaboration across project teams.Electrical Design Engineer Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications, • HND/HNC (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline., • Minimum of five years’ experience in electrical design., • Proven experience with cable calculations, substation design, switchgear selection and sizing, and protection grading studies., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electrical modelling software such as Amtech, ETAP, or PowerFactory., • Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations., • Strong technical report writing skills., • Basic AutoCAD proficiency., • Membership with the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), or working towards registration., • Experience in utility or connections-based projects is desirable., • Self-motivated with the ability to manage workload independently.Electrical Design Engineer Company Benefits, • Gym membership subsidy, • Company pension scheme with increasing employer contributions (typically 4%–8% depending on career stage), • In-house training and development courses, • Enhanced maternity leave, • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Your new companyA leading manufacturer is seeking a skilled and driven Manufacturing Engineer to join its high-performance production team. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge military technology in a role that blends hands-on engineering with strategic process development. You'll be responsible for optimising manufacturing processes, driving continuous improvement, and supporting the introduction of new products into production. Working closely with design, quality, and operations teams, you'll play a key role in ensuring that complex assemblies meet rigorous standards for performance and reliability. Your new role • Develop and implement manufacturing processes for precision-engineered components, • Support NPI (New Product Introduction) and prototype builds, • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions, • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve productivity and reduce waste, • Ensure compliance with defence and quality standards (ISO, AS9100, etc.), • Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent), • Proven experience in a high-spec manufacturing environment (defence, aerospace, automotive), • Strong understanding of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles, • Proficiency in CAD software and ERP systems, • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, • Competitive salary with annual performance bonus, • Flexible working options and early Friday finish, • Private healthcare and enhanced pension, • Career development in a globally recognised defence organisation Hays Specialist 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 hays.co.uk

Principal Consultant Salary: Up to £65,000Location: Manchester - Remote working with occasional office visits (approx. 2x per month) Overview We are looking for an experienced Principal Consultant to join our client's expanding team, playing a key role in delivering sustainable solutions across the residential development sector. With a strong focus on new build projects, this position offers the opportunity to take ownership of both technical delivery and team leadership. This role is well suited to someone who combines strong leadership capability with a methodical approach to quality and commercial awareness. You'll be leading a team working on innovative schemes, particularly around overheating analysis (DSM using IES) and planning-led sustainability strategies. What's on Offer * Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience * Flexible, predominantly remote working arrangement * Opportunity to lead a high-performing, purpose-driven team * Exposure to impactful residential development projects * Ongoing professional development and career progression * Supportive and collaborative team culture Day-to-Day Duties * Lead and guide the team to deliver projects to a high technical standard * Carry out regular quality checks to ensure consistency and compliance * Mentor and develop team members, supporting their professional growth * Work closely with clients and stakeholders to achieve project goals * Track project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation * Keep up to date with industry developments, particularly within residential and sustainability sectors * Support business growth through client engagement and new opportunities Key Responsibilities * Team Management: Oversee team performance, allocate workloads, and ensure delivery targets are met * Quality Control: Maintain robust QA processes across all project outputs * Training & Development: Implement structured training and support continuous team improvement * Commercial Responsibility: Manage project finances, including forecasting and profitability * Technical Delivery: Lead on overheating modelling (IES DSM) and planning-related sustainability work * Sector Growth: Support the expansion of services within the residential new build market * Sustainability Input: Exposure to whole life carbon assessments (WLCA) would be beneficial Experience & Requirements * Demonstrated experience managing teams and overseeing project delivery * Strong understanding of QA processes within a consultancy environment * Experience developing team capability and training initiatives * Commercial awareness with responsibility for project financials * Excellent understanding and practical experience of IES software (essential) * Technical expertise in overheating analysis (IES DSM) and planning strategies * Interest or experience within the residential new build sector * Relevant academic or professional background (engineering, sustainability, architecture, etc.) * Strong communication and leadership skills If you're a driven leader with deep IES expertise and a passion for sustainable residential development, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact. Apply today to find out more.

What's in it for you At Booker, along with being a great place to work and giving you an opportunity to get on in your career, we also offer the following fantastic package of benefits: • A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year., • After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases., • 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year., • Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply., • Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses., • 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy., • Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates, • An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme., • After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount., • Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution., • Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay, • Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family. At Booker, keeping our business connected is critical to how we serve our customers. As Network Engineering Manager – Infrastructure, you’ll be responsible for the reliability, security and performance of our network and landline telephony across 200+ UK locations. You’ll lead a mix of internal and third-party engineers, translating strategy into practical plans and ensuring our network services are stable today and ready for tomorrow. This is a hands-on leadership role with occasional out-of-hours support for business-critical incidents. You will be responsible for • Lead and sponsor network infrastructure projects, delivering on time and within budget., • Oversee the day-to-day operation of Booker’s corporate network, ensuring stability, availability and security., • Ensure network configuration, patching and upgrades align with our layered defence and security standards., • Diagnose and resolve network issues across hardware, software and configuration., • Work closely with third-party suppliers to resolve incidents and deliver effective solutions., • Support application and infrastructure stakeholders, helping them understand and resolve connectivity challenges., • Maintain accurate documentation, including network topology, project updates and operational runbooks., • Produce clear management information, reporting and KPIs to support informed decision-making., • Ensure change management, licensing, contracts and security requirements are consistently followed., • Own disaster recovery and total loss testing, ensuring risks are understood and managed., • Identify recurring issues and opportunities for improvement, supporting change testing and implementation. We know great candidates don’t always tick every box. If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you even if you don’t meet every requirement. • Strong knowledge of enterprise networking, including firewalls, routers, switches and wireless access points (primarily Juniper and Cisco)., • Experience managing multi-site network environments within a live production setting., • Proven people leadership skills, with experience in project delivery, supplier management and budgets., • A calm, structured approach to problem-solving, especially during priority incidents., • Understanding of service management, operational support and change control processes., • The ability to juggle priorities, stay organised and measure outcomes effectively., • Confident communication skills, able to work positively with technical and non-technical stakeholders., • A collaborative mindset and the ability to build trusted relationships across teams and suppliers., • Flexibility, resilience and a proactive approach to change., • A passion for secure, stable services and doing things the right way. Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, as well as six support centre locations across the UK. Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we’re a place where Everyone’s Welcome. We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you. We’re proud that Booker is a Disability Confident Committed employer and we’re committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Please note We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles. On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview. *Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be di

Senior Software Engineer in Test Contract | Inside IR35 | £400 per dayLocation: Manchester (Hybrid - 2-3 days onsite per week)Contract End Date:March 2027 I'm currently working with a large, well-established enterprise client who are continuing to grow their digital engineering capability in Manchester. They are looking to engage an experienced Senior Software Engineer in Test on a long-term contract to support the delivery of high-quality, scalable, cloud-based digital platforms. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior-level test professional to join a collaborative, agile environment where quality, automation, and engineering best practice are taken seriously. The role offers strong delivery stability with a contract running until March 2027. The Role You'll join a multi-disciplinary digital engineering team, working closely with developers, SREs, and other engineers to embed quality throughout the software delivery lifecycle. The focus is on automation-led testing, CI/CD integration, and driving a continuous testing culture. You will also play a role in mentoring and supporting more junior engineers in test. Key Responsibilities • Define and deliver automated testing strategies for cloud-native systems, platforms, and APIs, • Design, implement, and maintain test automation frameworks, • Embed test stages and quality gates within CI/CD pipelines, • Support defect investigation, root-cause analysis, and resolution, • Collaborate with engineering and SRE teams to meet defined SLAs and SLOs, • Define testing, release, and quality assurance processes, • Set and track quality metrics and measurable outcomes, • Promote continuous testing and quality-first engineering practices, • Provide mentoring and coaching to junior engineers in testRequired Experience, • 5+ years' experience in automated software testing within agile and DevOps environments, • Strong understanding of the Software Testing Lifecycle (STLC), • Hands-on experience with tools such as Selenium, Cypress, Robot Framework, or Postman, • Strong programming capability in Java, Python, or another OO language, • Experience testing enterprise-scale, cloud-native applications, • Good knowledge of APIs, microservices, and distributed architectures, • Experience with version control systems (Git) and modern CI/CD pipelines, • Confident communicator with a collaborative mindsetNice to Have, • BDD experience and Gherkin syntax, • Exposure to observability and monitoring tools (Grafana, Prometheus, ELK, Datadog), • Experience with Kubernetes or cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), • Experience with relational or NoSQL databasesWorking Pattern & Rate, • £400 per day (Inside IR35, via umbrella), • Hybrid working: 2-3 days per week onsite in central Manchester

Hiring a Technical Team Lead to Lead Projects, mentor the team and innovate, using cutting-edge tech: C#, .NET Core, AWS, React.JS, TDD, CI/CD. - Manchester (hybrid) - up to £80K + bonus + benefits Technical Team Lead - Manchester (Hybrid) Are you ready to lead a high-performing engineering team and make a real impact in a fast-paced, innovative environment? I'm hiring an experienced Technical Team Lead to join a forward-thinking company that's transforming the way customer experience. This is your chance to work on cutting-edge technologies, solve complex problems and drive meaningful change in a collaborative and supportive culture. About the Role: As a Technical Team Lead, you'll manage a small team of 3-5 engineers, balancing hands-on technical leadership with people management and delivery excellence. You'll partner closely with Product and Design teams to solve real customer problems while continuously improving how software is built, shipped, and operated. This is a player-coach role, where you'll remain technically credible while fostering an environment where your team can thrive and deliver at a high standard. You'll also embrace change, exploring the evolving impact of generative AI on the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Key Responsibilities: • Team Leadership & Development:, • Line manage engineers, supporting their performance, wellbeing, and career growth., • Set clear expectations and uphold high engineering standards., • Provide coaching, feedback, and tailored development plans., • Build a strong team culture focused on ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement., • Delivery & Execution:, • Own successful delivery of your team's roadmap with predictable outcomes., • Collaborate with stakeholders to shape impactful work., • Remove blockers and optimize team flow for sustainable delivery practices., • Technical Leadership:, • Provide technical direction across your team's domain., • Stay hands-on with architecture, critical components, and code reviews as needed., • Champion best practices like testing, observability, CI/CD, and security., • Engineering Excellence:, • Embed modern software engineering practices across the team., • Promote continuous learning and experimentation., • Use data-driven metrics to guide decisions and improve processes., • Ownership & Accountability:, • Take end-to-end ownership of services from design through production operations., • Ensure systems are reliable, observable, and supportable., • Proven experience as a senior engineer or tech lead for high-traffic fault-tolerant web applications (4+ years)., • Expertise in C# and .NET Core in cloud-based environments; AWS knowledge is highly beneficial., • Strong leadership skills with experience motivating teams to achieve their best work., • Knowledge of professional software engineering practices (coding standards, code reviews, source control management)., • Familiarity with React.JS/Redux or willingness to learn them., • Experience developing features using TDD approaches., • Working knowledge of AWS ECS and containerization practices., • Understanding of Continuous Integration/Deployment pipelines (CI/CD)., • Knowledge of design patterns and SOLID principles for high-quality code. What's in It for You? You'll have the opportunity to work on challenging greenfield projects using modern tech stacks while growing your career alongside industry experts who value innovation and collaboration. A competitive salary of up to £80,000 per annum + discretionary bonus + benefits Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Role: Senior Software TesterSalary: Up to £70,000 per annum (DOE)Location: Primarily remote with occasional travel to Farnborough Join a team where your expertise shapes the way products are tested, validated, and delivered at scale. This is a mainly remote position, combining remote work with very occasional ad hoc on-site collaboration in Farnborough. Security Clearance: Sole UK nationals eligible for SC Clearance. This is a full-time, permanent role offering up to £70,000 per annum. Skills & Experience Required • Strong hands-on Python, • Experience with multiple Python test automation frameworks, • Proven ability to test command-line utilities and APIs through functional, scenario-based approaches, • Solid experience delivering regression testing across complex and evolving software environments., • Demonstrated experience developing detailed test plans and translating requirements into clear, structured testing activities., • Proven track record contributing to automation strategy or improving test processes., • Deep experience testing mobile devices and overseeing controlled test environments., • Confident working with version control, CI/CD pipelines, and modern automation tooling., • Strong analytical mindset and ability to troubleshoot hardware/software integration issues., • Clear communicator with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams., • Create, maintain, and execute comprehensive test plans, ensuring full coverage of requirements and consistent, repeatable validation throughout each testing phase., • Assess the suitability of multiple Python test automation frameworks and help define the tooling we adopt., • Coaching junior testers on best practices across scripting, device handling, and methodology., • Monitoring device performance, reliability, and readiness ahead of test cycles., • Enhancing device management processes, documentation, and operational standards., • Designing, executing, and refining both manual and automated test scenarios across mobile platforms., • Expanding and maintaining Python-driven automation frameworks for test execution and device management., • Producing clear, detailed test reports, defect analysis, and quality insights., • Running device preparation, validation, and configuration workflows prior to testing., • Competitive salary (DOE), • Pension contribution, • Healthcare, • Bonus If this sounds like the right next step for you, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and send us your CV for a fast review. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process - or if there's a better way for us to communicate - please let us know. Keywords: DV Cleared, SC Cleared, DV Check, DV Clearance, SC Check, SC Clearance, Cleared to a high government standard, Software Tester, Senior Tester, Test Manager, Lead Tester, Python, Mobile Testing, Automation Testing, Test Plan, Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter - @Circle_Rec and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.

Software Engineer (Golang / AWS) Our client based in Greater Manchester is currently looking for skilled Golang Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain secure, high-performance software solutions in AWS. You will work closely with architects, front-end developers, QA, and product teams to deliver scalable services. This includes developing microservices, RESTful APIs, and leveraging serverless technologies while applying engineering best practices. Key Responsibilities: • Build and maintain robust, scalable backend solutions using Go., • Develop serverless applications in AWS (Lambda, SST)., • Implement CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks., • Build and document APIs using OpenAPI standards., • Work with NoSQL data stores, including DynamoDB., • Apply strong security principles in all software design., • Collaborate in Agile squads to deliver solutions efficiently., • Proven experience developing software using Go., • Experience with AWS serverless architecture., • CI/CD and automated testing expertise., • RESTful API and microservices development., • Familiarity with DynamoDB or similar NoSQL databases., • Comfortable communicating complex technical issues clearly., • Hybrid working to balance remote and on-site time., • Career growth opportunities in a high-impact fintech environment., • Competitive benefits including pension, 23–28 days holiday, wellness and charity days, birthday and wedding leave. Interested? Please Click Apply Now! Software Engineer (Golang / AWS)

Lead Data Platform Engineer £75,000 - £85,000 Remote You are a well-experienced Lead Data Platform Engineer, looking to take ownership of a modern lakehouse platform and shape best-in-class data engineering practices. THE COMPANY This industry-leading organisation serves specialist, people-first knowledge to its clients and is looking to provide further expertise by improving its data capabilities. THE ROLE As a Lead Data Engineer you will build a Databricks platform with ownership, shaping how data is engineered, deployed, automated, and governed in Azure. Specifically, you can expect to be involved in the following: • Designing and developing end-to-end data platform solutions in Azure using Databricks, • Building and maintaining automation for cluster management, monitoring, tagging, and platform optimisation., • Implementing CI/CD and DevOps best practices across data pipelines and platform components. The successful Lead Data Engineer will have the following skills and experience: • Deep expertise with Azure Databricks, including development, deployment, and platform-level engineering., • Strong software engineering capability across Pyspark, Spark SQL and Azure Data Factory., • Solid understanding of DevOps practices including CI/CD and automated testing., • Experience with monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions., • Ability to work effectively with stakeholders across engineering functions. BENEFITS The successful Lead Data Platform Engineer will receive the following benefits: • Salary between £75,000 - £85,000 - depending on experience, • Competitive bonus and benefits. Please register your interest by sending your resume to Majid Latif via the Apply link on this page.

DevOps Engineer – eDV Cleared Ncounter is supporting a specialist consultancy delivering into highly sensitive National Security programmes, now seeking an eDV Cleared DevOps Engineer to join a greenfield platform build. This is a highly technical role blending software engineering and DevOps, with a focus on building secure, scalable systems while advising clients on engineering best practice. You will design and optimise CI/CD pipelines, automate infrastructure, and contribute directly to backend development using Python or Java. Alongside delivery, you will act as a consultant, helping shape DevOps strategy and platform evolution within a secure environment. Key Responsibilities • Build and improve CI/CD pipelines and automation tooling, • Develop backend services in Python or Java, • Implement infrastructure as code across cloud environments (AWS preferred), • Enhance system reliability, scalability and performance, • Active eDV clearance is essential, • Strong software engineering experience in Python or Java, • Proven DevOps or platform engineering background, • Experience with AWS, containerisation and orchestration, • Strong knowledge of CI/CD and automation tooling

The Design Engineer will play a vital role in creating and developing innovative solutions in the industrial and manufacturing industry. This position is based in Manchester and requires a proactive individual with a focus on designing and improving new/existing product ranges. Client Details This long-standing Manufacturing and Production firm based in the Greater Manchester area has been operating since the late 1950s, steadily developing a reputation for producing durable connection and protection technologies used in demanding industrial environments. Over several decades, it has expanded from a single specialised component into a broad portfolio that includes cable-related hardware, protective housings, and various connection solutions designed to function reliably in climates and sectors where safety and resilience are essential. Its products are widely used in industries that require strict adherence to international safety and performance standards, and the organisation's manufacturing and testing practices are aligned with multiple global certification frameworks. These solutions are engineered to prevent failures in high-value operational settings, helping safeguard assets and maintain continuity in locations where downtime or equipment malfunction would have significant consequences. The company's long engineering pedigree is reflected in its ongoing investment in research, testing facilities, and product development. This focus on continuous improvement supports the creation of equipment intended to withstand some of the harshest conditions worldwide, while also emphasising ease of use, reliability, and long-term cost efficiency for its customers. Description As the Design engineer you will be tasked with the following; • Delivery of sustaining engineering and NPD Projects, • Creating and checking CAD models and technical drawings, • Performing pertinent actions in SAP (Raising EC's, BOM creation), • Owning all stages of allocated projects from concept through testing, verification and launch, • Development of new/existing products, taking into account all aspects of user experience, technical specification and production implications., • Providing innovative solutions to engineering problems. A successful Design Engineer should have: • A degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering or a related field., • Proficiency in using design software such as CAD or similar tools., • A solid understanding of industrial and manufacturing processes and standards., • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively., • Experience working on cross-functional teams to achieve project goals., • An eye for detail and a commitment to producing high-quality designs., • Competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £50,000 per annum., • Employer pension contribution of 12% and employee contribution of 7%., • Life insurance coverage equivalent to 4 times your annual salary., • 25 days of holiday, plus bank holidays., • Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance., • Participation in the "Win as One" rewards and recognition programme.

• Have you had a career break of 12+ months?, • Do you have 5+ years of commercial experience in industry? Our Returners Programme is specifically designed to support professionals returning to work after a career break. Having restarted over 500 careers since 2016, our Returners Team are here to support you through every stage of the journey, ensuring you have the confidence, skills and opportunity to step back into a successful and rewarding career in business or technology. FDM is a business and technology consultancy that services the industry across five core specialisms. Each of our Practices provides our Returners with a career path in their most suited field, so we can help you develop and build on your previous skills and experience across multiple capabilities. The FDM Practices • Software Engineering, • Change & Transformation, • IT Operations, • Data & Analytics Ready to launch the next phase of your career? At FDM, we find driven people from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to your continuous growth, we offer a non-linear career journey with our Skills Lab helping guide you to the future you want. Your skillsets will grow. Clients will value your increased expertise. And your career will thrive exponentially. Minimum qualifications • Looking to return to work after a break in your career of 1+ year, • At least 5 years of previous commercial industry experience, • A strong aptitude and interest in business and technology, • Commitment to at least two years of full-time employment with FDM, • Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career, • Initial upskilling pre-assignment that has been accredited by TechSkills, • Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Diversity and Inclusion FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

BenefitsComprehensive benefits package Full flexible working, remote and office based options Competitive salary Career progression Challenging portfolio of high profile projects across the globe Our Client is an increasingly expanding national consultancy with multidisciplinary expertise in a vast range of sectors including infrastructure, transportation, residential, medical, offices, leisure and retail. Due to a continual increase in service demand, an experienced Senior Acoustic Consultant with a strong background in building acoustics is required to further develop the acoustic business and contribute to several exciting and challenging projects throughout the UK and abroad. Qualifications Qualified to degree level in Acoustics/Noise and vibration Experience Proven relevant building acoustics experience gained working as an acoustics consultant on building projects (including schools, commercial and residential developments) A full, clean UK car driving license would be preferred Good written, verbal and presentation skills Be numerate, literate and familiar with IT and software appropriate to the project tasks Good working knowledge of all relevant codes of practice and industry standards An ability to communicate effectively Be commercially aware Be highly motivated, conscientious and diligent with attention to detail Flexible and prepared to take on a new challenge. Duties To undertake acoustic input to building and engineering projects Attend design team meetings and advise architects and engineers on design issues relating to acoustics, noise and vibration. Assist with business development activities and client relationship management. Resolve complex acoustical engineering issues assuring compliance with statutory bodies Contribute to group expansion and develop and maintain business through networking, contact nurturing and presentations Projects Examples of projects include listed buildings refurbishments, performance spaces, auditoriums, theatres, concert halls, schools, sports stadia, offices, hotels, hospitals, tall buildings, buildings for performance, airports, convention centres and high quality residential and commercial developments. For more information or for further vacancies within the Acoustic sector please contact Amir Gharaatiof Penguin Recruitment :)

Data Science Engineer (DV Cleared) Location: London or Manchester Security Clearance: DV Cleared Salary: Up to £80,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Data Science Engineer to support a growing Data Science function within a major public sector programme. You'll be working on the design and development of robust data processing systems that underpin analytics, data science and machine learning use cases. This role offers the chance to work on complex data platforms while collaborating with data scientists, engineers and stakeholders in a highly skilled multidisciplinary environment. What You'll Be Doing: • Designing, building and maintaining scalable data processing and integration services, • Supporting Data Science and Machine Learning workloads through well-engineered software solutions, • Developing high-quality, testable code using modern engineering practices, • Working within secure cloud-hosted environments, • Collaborating closely with technical and non-technical stakeholders What We're Looking For Essential: • Strong interest in data, particularly Data Science and Machine Learning, • Solid software engineering background with experience in Java, Python or TypeScript, • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms, • DV Clearance in place Location & Working Pattern: • Candidates must be aligned to either London or Manchester, • Hybrid working, • 9% non-contributory pension, • Private healthcare, • 25 days annual leave, • Life insurance, • And more If you're a DV-cleared engineer passionate about data-driven systems and keen to work on meaningful public sector programmes, this role offers both technical challenge and long-term development.

At Black & White Engineering, we are driving the evolution of electrical design across the mission-critical, data centre, and digital infrastructure sectors. As a Principal Electrical Engineer within our Manchester office, you will hold a senior technical and leadership position, delivering complex, high-performance electrical systems for major projects across the UK and Europe. This opportunity offers a clear, structured progression path to Associate Director, supported by our expanding regional and global presence. In this role, you will lead electrical design activities from concept development through detailed design, construction support, and commissioning. Your responsibilities will include LV and MV distribution systems, UPS and generator configurations, electrical resilience strategies, earthing and bonding systems, lighting and emergency systems, and energy-efficient electrical design methodologies. You will ensure all output aligns with Uptime Institute Tier standards, BS standards, and European regulatory frameworks, while delivering solutions optimised for the technical and operational demands of hyperscale and colocation environments. As a Principal Engineer, you will play a key role in technical leadership and project delivery. You will guide multidisciplinary coordination, act as a client-facing lead, and oversee the quality and technical direction of large and complex projects. You will also mentor engineers across the Manchester team, shaping capability, supporting development, and helping maintain a culture of excellence. Strong communication skills, sound engineering judgement, and confidence in presenting complex electrical concepts will be essential. You will be supported by an established Manchester team, backed by our global engineering design centre, giving you access to specialist expertise, advanced digital tools, and a collaborative environment focused on continuous development. We offer accredited CPD programmes, technical knowledge-sharing sessions, and structured leadership development. As you take on broader technical, commercial, and leadership responsibilities, you will have a transparent and well-defined route to Associate Director. We are seeking an engineer with strong electrical building services experience, ideally with exposure to mission-critical, industrial, or other complex technical projects. Proficiency with software tools such as Amtech, ETAP, AutoCAD, and Revit is advantageous, along with a strong understanding of power distribution, resilience engineering, and regulatory compliance. Chartered status or clear progress toward it is highly desirable for this senior role. At Black & White, your experience will be valued, your leadership will influence major projects, and your career will continue to progress. Join us in Manchester and take on a senior technical role with a clear pathway toward Associate Director within a growing and highly respected engineering consultancy.

Lead Technical Architect (Hands-On) - SC Cleared Location: Manchester (Hybrid - 2 days per week onsite)Contract Length: 6 monthsRate: £750 per dayIR35 Status: Inside IR35Clearance: Active SC Clearance required// Must have worked in central government Overview We are seeking a Lead Technical Architect with a strong hands on development background to join a major public sector digital programme. This is a technical leadership role for someone who actively writes code and leads by example, rather than operating at an enterprise or purely strategic level. You will work across multiple agile delivery teams to design, build, and operate internal platforms and tooling used by software engineers. This role is ideal for a hands on Lead Technical Architect who still loves to code, has deep AWS serverless expertise, and enjoys building platforms that enable other engineers to succeed. This is not a strategic or enterprise architecture role practical delivery experience is essential. Key Responsibilities • Write production quality code alongside engineers, • Lead technical design and architectural decision making, • Build and evolve internal platforms used by development teams, • Design and deliver large scale, multi-account serverless architectures on AWS, • Support teams working with TypeScript, Node.js, and AWS CDK, • Define and implement authentication and authorisation patterns using OAuth / OIDC, • Communicate architectural vision clearly to technical and non technical stakeholders, • Work across three delivery teams (approximately 8 people per team), • Attend occasional in person meetings (Manchester-based, with infrequent UK travel)Essential Skills & ExperienceHands-On Technical Architecture (Critical), • Strong hands on coding experience (not advisory only), • Proven background as a developer, ideally progressing Junior Developer Developer Architect, • Expert-level experience with:, • JavaScript / TypeScript, • Node.js, • AWS CDK, • Actively comfortable contributing code in live delivery environments, • Enterprise architects will not be considered - this role requires a technical, code focused architectAWS & Platform Architecture, • Strong AWS experience, particularly:, • Serverless architectures, • Multi-account environments, • Cloud-native design patterns, • Experience building and operating platforms or products of meaningful scale, • Background delivering internal developer platforms or toolingAuthentication & Security, • Strong knowledge of web-based authentication, • Hands-on experience with OAuth and OpenID Connect (OIDC)Communication & Leadership, • Able to explain complex technical concepts to a wide range of stakeholders, • Comfortable influencing engineering direction across multiple teams, • Experience working in large, complex delivery environments

Role: Senior Electrical Design Engineer (Decarbonisation & Energy Solutions) Location: Didsbury, Manchester Salary: up to £65k plus package The Senior Electrical Design Engineer is responsible for the delivery of high-quality electrical designs for decarbonisation and sustainable retrofit projects. Focus on low-carbon systems such as solar PV, battery storage, LED lighting, and building power infrastructure. Provide technical leadership, design coordination, and mentoring within a multidisciplinary team. What will you deliver: • Strong technical grounding in LV electrical design to integrate low-carbon energy solutions, such as power distribution, solar PV, battery storage, LED lighting, and smart controls for the integration of heat pumps, and other energy-efficiency measures typical of sustainable retrofit into commercial, public-sector and mixed-use buildings ., • Proven experience in solar PV design, including ground-mounted systems and building-integrated solutions (BIPV)., • Ability to integrate PV systems with electrical infrastructure and low-carbon technologies for retrofit and new-build projects., • Sound understanding of mechanical building services to enable effective coordination., • Competent in detailed design from RIBA Stage 2 to 5, including calculations, SLDs, schematics, schedules and technical reports., • Experience with Distribution Network Operators (DNOs), feasibility through to applications., • Proficient in AutoCAD and a good working knowledge of BIM workflows (Revit desirable)., • Ability to lead electrical design packages on multi-disciplinary projects., • Ability to check, QA, and sign off electrical designs (BS 7671, IET Wiring Regs, UK Building Regs). Design Management and Team Development • Undertake design and design coordination and management, integrating mechanical, and energy systems for seamless project execution., • Produce and develop technical reports, drawings, and specifications., • Comfortable leading client and contractor discussions, including technical presentations., • Experienced in Design & Build and Traditional procurement routes., • Able to mentor junior engineers and enhance team capability., • Strong organisational skills, able to manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines., • Commercial awareness to support bids, scopes of work and fee proposals., • Assist in identifying design risks and contribute to risk mitigation strategies and manage the design risk registers. Senior Electrical Design EngineerQualifications: • Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering (BEng or equivalent)., • Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or working towards., • Experience in design and design management, risk assessment, and project delivery of sustainable retrofit, low-carbon technologies, and energy efficiency projects., • Experience working across full RIBA stages on multidisciplinary teams., • Experience in public sector or funding-driven decarbonisation projects such as PSDS and WH/ SHDF., • Proven expertise in electrical building services design, with a strong portfolio of projects or equivalent practical experience. Senior Electrical Design EngineerExperience: • Strong expertise in electrical systems design, retrofit strategies, and energy optimisation such as power systems, solar PV, battery storage, lighting systems, and smart controls., • Strong understanding of BS 7671, IET Wiring Regs, CIBSE, PAS 2035, MCS, Building Safety Act, and UK building regulations as relevant., • Strong presentation and communications skills, both verbal and written., • Working knowledge of BIM and CAD software, ensuring seamless design coordination/ collaboration. Package details: • 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays), • Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary, • Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers, • Gym membership discounts, • Cycle to work scheme, • Holiday purchase scheme, • 2 corporate social responsibility days per year, • Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes, • Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme, • Access to our growing employee networks If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on . Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.

Technician Salary: £49,276.50Hours: 40 Hours per week Shifts: Days and Nights Permanent: Full TimeLocation: Manchester Situation We’re looking for a talented Electrical Technician to ensure today’s rail systems run smoothly, safely, and reliably. If you thrive on tackling technical challenges, working with cutting-edge diagnostics, and contributing to a team that delivers real impact, this could be your next move. Your New Opportunity As an Electrical Technician, you’ll be directly involved in maintaining a modern passenger train fleet, performing key servicing, maintenance, diagnostics, fault-finding, and repair tasks. Key Responsibilities • Carrying out electrical fault-finding across complex rail systems, • Replacing and installing electrical components, • Using advanced diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve issues, • Completing mechanical repairs and rectification where needed, • Uploading and updating onboard rail software systems, • Electrical background with a Level 3 qualification (or equivalent)., • Experience with IT systems, able to upload/download software updates., • Knowledge of fault finding and testing equipment; both mechanical and electrical. Ready to advance your career in the rail sector? Apply today and help shape the future of rail travel About ford & Stanley group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. • Ford & Stanley TalentWise - Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services – permanent and temporary., • Ford & Stanley Recruitment - Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract., • Ford & Stanley Executive Search – Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East and Europe. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business.

Principal Critical Infrastructure Electrical Engineer - Manchester Principal Critical Infrastructure Electrical Engineer with experience of Generator installations, large UPS systems, substation design, mission-critical and infrastructure-oriented projects is required by a global consultancy. This role be based anywhere in the UK and they have multiple roles to fill at all levels • Electrical services engineers with infrastructure/external works experience beyond standard building services, • Generator installations, large UPS systems, substation design, • Mission critical and infrastructure-oriented projects, • Seniority: Senior engineer level upwards, • Security clearance: SC level preferred (increasingly required by clients) They deliver innovative engineering solutions across aviation, commercial, residential, education, healthcare, transport, defence, and energy sectors - with defence and energy experience considered especially valuable. Experience required: • A qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline., • Chartered Engineer status with CIBSE or IET (preferred)., • Strong software proficiency - ETAP, Amtech/ProDesign, Dialux/Relux, NBS, and Microsoft tools., • Experience designing PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems., • Understanding of energy-reduction strategies and approaches to decarbonising buildings., • Experience in design consultancy and/or contractor design environments., • A proactive approach, strong decision-making ability, and the confidence to lead deliverables within time and cost constraints. Technical Scope & Project Types • Voltage requirements: Comfortable with 11kV schemes (33kV similar), • DNO standards familiarity and substation design experience expected, • Key project areas:, • Large airport expansion projects, • Major railway station developments, • Data center work for global providers, • Defense secure/mission critical projects, • Nuclear power stations (Hinkley Point, SMR projects, fusion development), • Most important candidate quality: Breadth of experience and willingness to learn outside comfort zone, • Must actually design systems, not just manage suppliers, • Need ownership mentality and self-education drive Duties of the role: • Interpreting and understanding detailed project briefs., • Designing and specifying electrical systems, including LV & MV power, earthing, PV, BESS, and grid-connected renewable technologies., • Producing detailed electrical calculations using industry-standard tools such as Trimble ProDesign, ETAP, and PV design software., • Preparing high-quality technical specifications., • Working closely with our BIM team to develop coordinated Revit models and drawings., • Carrying out site surveys, inspections, and monitoring installation works., • Creating clear and technically robust reports and documentation. They are looking to pay a starting salary of £70,000 - £100,000 + Hybrid working. To apply, press apply now or send your CV to matthew.leach @ Circlerecruitment .com Keywords: Electrical Engineer, Critical Infrastructure, LV Power, MV Power, Electrical Design Engineer, Electrical Systems Design, ProDesign, ETAP, Revit, PV Design, Solar PV Engineering, BESS, Battery Energy Storage Systems, Grid Connection, Renewable Energy Engineering, Building Services Electrical Engineer, Defence Engineering, Energy Sector Engineering, Electrical Consultancy, Chartered Engineer, CEng, IET, CIBSE, Trimble ProDesign, Dialux, Relux, NBS, Electrical Technical Specifications, Infrastructure Projects, Decarbonisation Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Electrical Site Inspections. Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter - @Circle_Rec and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Design EngineerLocation: Greater Manchester (hybrid)Salary: Competitive (DOE) This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a growing engineering team. This position offers the chance to work on technically challenging products designed for demanding operating environments, while also supporting junior team members. You will be responsible for leading the design and development of mechanically robust products, ensuring solutions are practical, manufacturable and fit for purpose. You will play a key role in technical decision-making, project ownership and design improvement initiatives.About the Role • Lead mechanical design and product development projects from concept through to manufacture, • Take ownership of engineering projects, making key technical decisions and contributing to design reviews, • Design with manufacturability, cost, thermal efficiency, and serviceability in mind, • Collaborate with internal departments and suppliers to ensure designs meet technical, commercial and delivery requirements, • Carry out structural and thermal assessments to validate product performance and compliance with environmental requirements, • Build, modify and test prototypes to support product validation and development, • Produce 3D CAD models, technical drawings and bills of materials using SolidWorks and PDM systems, • Mentor and support junior engineers within the team, • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across engineering processes and proceduresAbout You, • Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar, or equivalent industry experience, • Proven background in a mechanical design engineering role, • Strong CAD capability, ideally SolidWorks, • Excellent understanding of sheet metal design and manufacturing methods, • Hands-on experience building, adapting and testing prototypes using workshop equipment, • Knowledge of simulation/analysis software such as FEA or CFD, • Experience working with PDM systems Please note we cannot offer sponsorship for this position. If interested, please send over an updated CV.

Role: Software Engineer - Manchester Level: 9 - Specialist Please Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history, typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK.Note: The above information relates to a specific client requirement Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge. We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too. “Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us.” – Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO As a team: Accenture Software & Platform Engineering is powered by a community of 1,000+ experts and provides end-to-end product engineering solutions which deliver tangible value, fast. We bring together an obsession for technical excellence with agility and scale, to help clients move from project to product at speed. We partner with clients across all sectors—from fast-growing scale-ups to national and global blue-chip companies, as well as public sector organizations. Our teams regularly develop products that reach and impact millions of users. As a member of our Software & Platform Engineering team, you will: * Develop traditional and serverless applications and services in an agile and collaborative environment using source control that integrate with data storage services / message buses and other architectural elements * Deploy these applications using features such as containers to cloud leveraging CI/CD to support this process backed with good observability when running these in production * Ensure quality through the creation of documentation and use of unit / integration / contract testing with a consideration of security / performance requirements

The Site Reliability Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring that our AI-driven, cloud-native platform is reliable, observable, secure, and able to scale with the organisation’s growth. As we adopt intelligent agents, autonomous workflows, and increasingly complex distributed systems, the SRE ensures that resilience, performance, and operational excellence are built into everything we deliver. By partnering closely with Engineers, Architects, and the Engineering Manager, the SRE defines the patterns, tooling, and automation that enable fast, safe, and repeatable deployments. This role safeguards our production environment, drives continuous improvement across CI/CD and observability, and establishes the reliability practices that empower autonomous squads to move quickly without compromising stability. The SRE is essential to maintaining customer trust, supporting AI-first innovation, and ensuring our platform remains robust, secure, and highly available at scale. In this position you will ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of our engineering systems. Working closely with the Engineering Manager and Head of Engineering, the SRE will identify priorities to remove friction from engineering teams, streamline processes, and enhance operational excellence. This role combines software engineering principles with systems administration to deliver robust, automated, cost-effective, and secure-by-design solutions. Key Responsibilities Reliability, Performance & Security: • Design and implement strategies to improve system reliability, availability, and security., • Ensure all solutions follow secure-by-design principles, incorporating cybersecurity best practices from inception through deployment., • Own and optimise Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment pipelines., • Embed security checks (e.g., static analysis, dependency scanning) into CI/CD workflows., • Implement and maintain monitoring solutions for infrastructure and applications., • Develop dashboards and alerting systems to ensure proactive incident and security event management., • Automate repetitive tasks to improve efficiency and reduce human error., • Build and maintain internal tools that support engineering productivity and security compliance., • Manage and optimise services across AWS and Azure environments., • Ensure scalability, resilience, and security of service-based architectures., • Lead incident response efforts, including security incidents, and conduct post-mortem reviews., • Proven experience in AWS and Azure cloud environments., • Strong background in CI/CD tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Pipelines, GitHub Actions, Jenkins)., • Expertise in monitoring and observability platforms (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog)., • Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, Bash, PowerShell)., • Familiarity with containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)., • Solid understanding of networking, security, and cost optimisation in cloud environments., • Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, secure coding practices, and compliance frameworks., • A problem-solver with a proactive mindset., • Comfortable working in fast-paced, evolving environments., • Strong communicator who can bridge gaps between operations, development, and security teams., • Passionate about automation, scalability, cost efficiency, and security.

Contract | Inside IR35 | 6 monthsLocation: Manchester preferred (hybrid, flexibility offered) Security clearance • SC clearance is required We're looking for a hands-on Lead Technical Architect with a strong engineering background to help design, build and evolve cloud-native platforms used by other developers. This is not a strategy-only architecture role. You'll work closely with engineers, contribute to codebases, and lead architectural decisions by building and delivering real systems. If you're an engineer at heart who's progressed into architecture - or a technical architect who still codes - this role is likely to suit you well. What you'll be doing • Designing and building scalable, secure, cloud-native platforms on AWS, • Working directly alongside engineers, writing and reviewing production code, • Defining and implementing serverless architectures in large, multi-account AWS environments, • Using Infrastructure as Code, particularly AWS CDK, to shape platform foundations, • Designing and evolving authentication and authorisation solutions (OAuth2 / OIDC), • Communicating architectural vision clearly to engineers and non-technical stakeholders You'll be a strong fit if you have: • A strong engineering background, with hands-on delivery experience, • Commercial experience with JavaScript / TypeScript and Node.js, • Deep practical experience with AWS, particularly serverless services, • Experience designing and operating production systems at scale, • Knowledge of OAuth2 / OIDC or similar web-based authentication mechanisms, • Confidence working in collaborative, multi-disciplinary teams Ideal background We're particularly interested in candidates who have: • Progressed from software engineer senior/lead engineer technical architect, • Built and operated platforms or internal developer tooling Location & working pattern • Manchester is the preferred base location, as most of the team is based there, • Hybrid working is expected (approx. 2 days per week in the office, with flexibility), • Occasional travel to other UK locations may be required for cross-team collaboration

A leading engineering company specialising in the design, manufacture and installation of electrical power systems is looking to recruit a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to support continued growth across multiple projects. This Senior Electrical Design Engineer role offers a high level of technical responsibility, long-term career progression and the opportunity to help shape the future of the engineering function. The Role As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, you will take ownership of electrical designs from concept through to project delivery, working closely with clients, contractors and internal teams. Key responsibilities of the Senior Electrical Design Engineer include: • Design and specification of electrical installations from LV up to 33kV, • Electrical system modelling including load calculations, fault level assessments and protection coordination, • Development of technical specifications for electrical equipment, • Ensuring designs and site activities comply with relevant standards and regulations, • Communicating design solutions through meetings, reports and technical drawings, • Acting as the technical representative in client and contractor meetings, • Conducting site surveys, inspections and monitoring on-site activities, • Managing project delivery with a focus on budget and cost control, • Producing detailed technical reports and maintaining accurate records, • Ideally Degree in Electrical / Power Engineering (HND/HNC minimum essential), • 5+ years’ experience in electrical design, • IET registration or a commitment to achieve registration, • Experience using electrical modelling software such as Amtech, ETAP, PowerFactory or similar, • Familiarity with relevant electrical standards and regulations, • Strong professional report-writing skills, • Basic AutoCAD proficiency, • Salary £60,000 – £65,000 (dependent on experience), • Plus Company Car or Car Allowance (£550 / month), • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Free parking, • Gym subsidy, • Enhanced employer pension contribution, • Corporate benefits and discounts Wagstaff Recruitment – Building Trusted Relationships to Create Great Opportunities

Senior Salesforce Developer Location: Manchester (remote-first, ~1 day/month onsite)Salary: Up to £70,000 We're working with a growing B2B-focused organisation looking to hire a Senior Salesforce Developer into a small, high-impact team. This role has opened up off the back of a senior leadership shift, creating a genuine gap for someone to step in and take more ownership of how Salesforce is delivered across the business. It's still a hands-on engineering role-but with more influence. You'll be expected to guide delivery, lead Agile ceremonies, and act as a senior voice within the team, while working closely with stakeholders on shaping solutions. What you'll be doing • Designing and building Salesforce solutions across the full lifecycle, • Working closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions, • Leading Agile ceremonies and helping drive delivery standards, • Acting as a senior point of contact within the team-supporting others and setting direction, • Delivering configuration, customisation, and integration work across the platform, • Supporting releases, troubleshooting issues, and driving continuous improvementWhat they're looking for, • Strong Salesforce development experience (Apex, SOQL, APIs), • Experience working on CRM projects and integrating complex systems, • Solid grounding in software engineering principles and design patterns, • Comfortable owning work end-to-end-from design through to deployment, • Experience working in Agile environments (leading ceremonies is a plus), • Someone who can communicate well with stakeholders-not just operate in isolation, • Experience with relational databases and ETL tools is beneficialWhy it's worth a look, • Clear step up in responsibility while staying hands-on, • Opportunity to shape how the team operates as things evolve, • Remote-first setup with minimal travel (roughly once a month) Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Our client, an electronic manufacturing business near Manchester, seeks to appoint a Firmware Engineer working predominantly in embedded C. Their technologies are featured across many industries in a variety of products. The Firmware Engineer role is a hands-on design position developing embedded software within a multidisciplinary team of talented firmware engineers. Career progression can be rapid and the potential for growth is huge. You'll be joining an excellent team with market-leading products and technologies.Firmware Engineer - Skills & Abilities - Embedded Software* Degree qualified in Electronics, Electrical & Electronic Engineering or Computer Science preferred* Proficient in C with at least five years of industry experience* Experience with Microcontrollers / Microprocessors* Application-based software experience would be ideal* Knowledge of software testingFirmware Engineer, C, Microcontroller, Electronics, Embedded Software

Moorepay is transforming. We are a trusted leader in UK Payroll and HR solutions, but we aren't resting on our history. We are embarking on a major digital transformation to redefine how businesses manage their most important asset: their people. The Cloud & Platform Engineering Lead will ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of our engineering systems. Working closely with the Engineering Manager and Head of Engineering, the Platform Lead will identify priorities to remove friction from engineering teams, streamline processes, and enhance operational excellence. This role combines software engineering principles with systems administration to deliver robust, automated, cost-effective, and secure-by-design solutions. The Cloud & Platform Engineering Lead plays a critical role in ensuring that our AI-driven, cloud-native platform is reliable, observable, secure, and able to scale with the organisation’s growth. As we adopt intelligent agents, autonomous workflows, and increasingly complex distributed systems, the Platform Lead ensures that resilience, performance, and operational excellence are built into everything we deliver. By partnering closely with Engineers, Architects, and the Engineering Manager, the SRE defines the patterns, tooling, and automation that enable fast, safe, and repeatable deployments. This role safeguards our production environment, drives continuous improvement across CI/CD and observability, and establishes reliability practices that empower autonomous squads to move quickly without compromising stability. The Platform Lead is essential to maintaining customer trust, supporting AI-first innovation, and ensuring our platform remains robust, secure, and highly available on a scale. This is a full time, permanent role working on a hybrid basis with 3 days per week in Manchester. Key Responsibilities: Technical & Architectural Leadership • Define and deliver cloud and platform architectures aligned with enterprise patterns and security frameworks., • Produce Low-Level Designs and ensure alignment with High-Level Designs., • Drive adoption of automation, Infrastructure as Code and reusable solution patterns., • Build, maintain and optimise CI/CD pipelines., • Enhance observability through logging, alerting and monitoring., • Ensure platform services scale with evolving business demands., • Lead cost-efficient design, provisioning and operation of cloud and platform services., • Implement tagging standards, usage reporting, budget alerts and governance controls., • Identify and eliminate underutilised or unnecessary spend., • Drive adoption of autoscaling, rightsizing, reserved instances and savings plans., • Define and evolve the Cloud Delivery Roadmap., • Maintain a Cloud Service Catalogue aligned to KPIs and SLAs., • Collaborate with Architecture, Group Technology, Service Management, Product and Portfolio teams., • Communicate technical plans, risks and performance updates., • Lead, coach and develop a high-performing engineering team., • Support career development and skills growth., • Proven experience in Cloud, Platform or DevOps engineering roles., • Strong experience in Azure and AWS cloud environments., • Proven expertise with CI/CD tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Pipelines, GitHub Actions, Jenkins)., • Leadership experience, both through delivery and developing technical teams., • Expertise in monitoring and observability platforms (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog)., • Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, Bash, PowerShell)., • Familiarity with containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)., • Solid understanding of networking, security, and cost optimisation in cloud environments., • Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, secure coding practices, and compliance frameworks.

Data Engineering Technical LeadLocation: Manchester Role Type: Permanent Work Setup: Hybrid - 3 days in officeWho We Are Vanguard is one of the world's leading investment firms, dedicated to helping clients achieve lasting financial success. Established in 1975, its unique ownership structure-where funds own the company and investors own the funds-ensures all efforts are focused on client outcomes. Known for integrity, innovation, and low-cost investing, fosters an inclusive and collaborative culture that empowers employees to make a meaningful impact globally. What you'll do: Delivers advanced data solutions by processing, storing, and serving data efficiently. Ensures high-quality, secure, and scalable data pipelines. Performs deep analytical work on diverse data sources and mentors junior Data Engineers. • Design and develop ETL processes, database systems, and tools for real-time and offline analytics., • Ensure data consistency and integrity; integrate large, complex datasets for business insights., • Converts business requirements into design and code, developing complex programs, queries, and reports while ensuring well-structured, documented, and maintainable solutions., • Collaborate with internal clients and technical teams to implement effective data solutions., • Lead solution development, providing technical guidance and explaining considerations to team and clients., • Assess data quality, test code, and provide technical consulting and data analysis guidance., • Mentor junior data engineers, enforce quality standards, and contribute expertise across teams., • Test and deploy new software, perform regression testing, and resolve vendor-related issues., • Apply experience in data analytics, programming, database administration, and data management. What you bring: • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, • Strong senior data engineering background with deep understanding of medallion architecture., • Solid grasp of design principles (SOLID), design patterns, and OOP in Python as applied to data engineering., • Experienced in enforcing data engineering standards, clean code practices, code review approaches (Python + SQL), • Strong AWS experience: serverless services, cost optimization, infrastructure as code, and deployment fundamentals What's Next: If you are ready to take the next step, apply now. Successful applicants will be contacted directly by a recruiter to discuss the role more. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require support or adjustments to the recruitment process, our Adjustment Concierge Service is here to help. Please feel free to contact us at

Moorepay is transforming. We are a trusted leader in UK Payroll and HR solutions, but we aren't resting on our history. We are embarking on a major digital transformation to redefine how businesses manage their most important asset: their people. As the Principal Software Solutions Architect, you’ll be the technical authority responsible for defining, governing, and evolving the end-to-end architecture of our “AI First” platform, ensuring architectural consistency, secure-by-design principles, and long-term scalability across all engineering squads. Working closely with the Engineering Manager, Cloud & Platform Engineering Lead, and Product leadership, this role shapes our architectural strategy, drives technical excellence, and provides deep guidance to multiple autonomous squads as we scale towards high-performing, cloud-native teams. The Architect balances hands-on solution design, strategic planning, technical oversight, and stakeholder collaboration to keep the platform robust, secure, and ready for future growth. This role defines the architectural backbone that enables the entire engineering organisation to scale effectively. As we transition to multiple autonomous squads, you will ensure our systems remain leading edge, secure, resilient, and consistent enabling rapid product delivery while maintaining high standards of engineering excellence. You will leave an enduring impact on the platform’s foundations, influencing everything from service boundaries to reliability strategies and cloud platform design. This is a full time, permanent role working on a hybrid basis with 3 days per week in Manchester. Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership & Scaling • Define and maintain the technical architecture vision and roadmap across all squads., • Ensure alignment of architecture with business goals, engineering strategy, and long-term scalability., • Drive system-wide architectural decisions, providing clear technical direction for squads., • Evaluate emerging technologies and propose solutions that improve scalability, performance, and developer productivity., • Embed secure-by-design principles into architectural decisions., • Ensure threat modelling is performed for new features and major changes., • Champion secure coding standards and integration of security testing into the delivery pipeline., • Collaborate with security and compliance stakeholders to ensure solutions meet regulatory and governance requirements., • Own the end-to-end architectural design for major platform components and new product capabilities, with a focus on AI First., • Work closely with Engineering Manager and Engineering Team Leads to ensure solutions are consistent, secure, and scalable., • Lead architecture reviews and ensure adherence to design standards, technical patterns, and best practices., • Produce solution blueprints, reference architectures, and technical documentation., • Define scalable service-based architectures leveraging cloud-native patterns., • Work with the Lead SRE to ensure architectural designs account for:, • Observability (metrics, logs, tracing), • Reliability (SLIs, SLOs, failover), • CI/CD automation, • Infrastructure as code and environment design, • Partner with Engineering Manager to ensure squads have clear architectural guidance., • Support teams in breaking down complex technical problems into executable, scalable solutions., • Provide architectural input into backlog refinement, release planning, and prioritisation., • Act as the primary facilitator for cross-team architectural decision-making., • Define and maintain engineering standards, reusable patterns, and architectural principles., • Champion continuous improvement across code quality, security, performance, and operational readiness. Essential: • Proven experience as a Principal Architect, Solutions Architect, or Senior Engineer leading architectural decisions in complex systems., • Strong understanding of AI technologies such as agents and models for both accelerated design & delivery as well as delivery of product capabilities., • Strong background in cloud-native architectures (microservices, event-driven, distributed systems)., • Deep understanding of secure-by-design principles, threat modelling, cryptography basics, and modern security practices., • Experience with API design, integration patterns, and domain-driven design (DDD) and Event Driven Design., • Ability to influence without authority and collaborate effectively across engineering, SRE, product, and leadership teams., • Exceptional communication skills, capable of simplifying complex technical topics for diverse stakeholders., • Extensive experience with modern programming platforms and frameworks (e.g., Node.js, C# .NET, React)., • Experience designing solutions in regulated or compliance-driven industries., • Background in DevOps, platform engineering, or SRE practices., • Experience scaling architectures to support high-growth environments., • Certification in cloud or architecture frameworks (AWS SA Pro, Azure Architect Expert, TOGAF, etc.).

Software & Controls Engineer - Manchester A specialist engineering company in Manchester, renowned for delivering precise and cost-effective systems to the aerospace, automotive, defence, and motorsport sectors, is seeking a talented Software and Controls Engineer. Job Responsibilities: • Collaborate with the engineering team to support existing projects and drive the development of new, cutting-edge s... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Cyber Software Engineer - National Security The successful applicant will join teams working at the forefront of AI/DS, Cyber, Cloud, DevOps/SRE and Platform Engineering. With long-term programmes secured across the latest frameworks, this position offers the chance to be part of an exciting growth journey with significant technical depth and variety. As a Cyber Software Engineer, the successful app... ZIPC1_UKTJ

BMS Engineer (Trend / Tridium) £45,000 - £55,000 + Company Vehicle + Tech Package + Training & Progression + Life Insurance + Pension + Bonus Manchester Are you a BMS Engineer or electrically biased Multiskilled Engineer looking to join a growing and forward-thinking company in Manchester, offering structured training, career progression and strong earning potential? Do you want to work for an established building controls specialist delivering high-quality HVAC and BMS solutions across commercial, healthcare, retail and industrial sites throughout the North West? This role will see the successful candidate carrying out installation, commissioning, servicing and fault finding on a range of BMS and HVAC control systems. You will be responsible for both planned and reactive maintenance, system upgrades and supporting commissioning activities, while continuing to develop your technical expertise through internal and external training. The company has built a strong reputation for delivering reliable and energy-efficient control solutions. Due to continued growth and increasing demand, they are expanding their Manchester-based engineering team. The Role • Install and commission BMS equipment and associated control wiring, • Configure controllers, upload software and carry out functional testing, • Diagnose and resolve BMS, electrical and control system faults, • Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive call-outs, • Produce reports on system performance, alarms and remedial works, • Liaise with clients, contractors and project teams on-site, • Travel to sites across Manchester and the North West The Person • Full UK driving licence, • Experience working with BMS or HVAC control systems, • Strong electrical background This is an excellent opportunity for a BMS Engineer looking to progress within a supportive and technically strong organisation offering long-term development. Reference: BBBH24500 Keywords: BMS, Building Management Systems, HVAC Controls, Electrical Engineering, Commissioning, Fault Finding, Planned Maintenance, Manchester, 18th Edition, Building Controls If you're 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. Salary offered will depend on experience, qualifications and skill set.

Electrical Estimator Location: Manchester Sector: Data Centres / Critical Infrastructure / M&E Hays are supporting a well-established and award-winning technical services contractor delivering complex M&E projects across the UK. With continued growth, a strong pipeline of secured work, and ambitious expansion plans, they are now seeking a Critical Infrastructure Project Estimator to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist contractor operating at the forefront of data centre and mission-critical infrastructure delivery. The Role Working within the Critical Infrastructures Division, you will play a key role in securing new business by providing robust, accurate, and commercially sound estimates for complex M&E projects.You will be responsible for pricing major elements including: • Electrical systems and critical power infrastructure, • Main items of plant, • Mechanical, electrical and fabric subcontract packages Key Responsibilities • Issuing subcontract and material enquiries, • Attending site visits and liaising with clients and supply chain partners, • Reviewing and scrutinising drawings and specifications, • Carrying out detailed take-offs, • Risk and opportunity identification, • Reviewing subcontractor submissions for technical compliance, • Contributing to value engineering proposals, • Inputting into programme and lead time analysis, • Preparing final tender documentation for director sign-off, • Proven experience estimating within Electrical / Building Services / Critical Infrastructure, • Experience delivering successful tenders in data centres, comms rooms, or similar environments, • A strong understanding of electrical systems and construction methodologies, • Minimum 2 years' experience in an M&E estimating role or experience estimating in similar roles, • Experience using estimating software (Trimble advantageous), • HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical or Building Services (desirable), • Full UK driving licence, • £60,000 salary with £6,000 car allowance, • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, • Supportive and collaborative office environment, • Opportunity to join a growing, ambitious contractor, • Exposure to complex and technically challenging projects, • Strong pipeline of secured and upcoming work Hays Specialist 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 hays.co.uk

The Client A dynamic and growing company delivering high-quality mechanical and HVAC solutions across a range of sectors. They pride ourselves on strong client relationships, technical expertise, and delivering projects efficiently from concept through to completion. The Role They are seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Manager with a strong background in HVAC and mechanical systems. This is a client-facing role suited to someone who combines technical knowledge with commercial awareness and excellent communication skills. You will play a key role in the early stages of project delivery—leading estimates, managing client relationships, and ensuring projects are set up for success from the outset. Key Responsibilities • Manage the pre-construction phase of HVAC and mechanical projects, • Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates and proposals, • Act as the primary point of contact for clients during pre-construction, • Develop and maintain strong client relationships, • Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and project requirements, • Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, project management, and delivery), • Identify risks, value engineering opportunities, and cost-saving solutions, • Support bid submissions and tender processes, • Ensure smooth handover of secured projects to the delivery team Requirements • Proven experience in a pre-construction, estimating, or commercial role within HVAC/Mechanical services, • Strong technical knowledge of HVAC and building services systems, • Experience in a client-facing/account management capacity, • Excellent numerical, analytical, and commercial skills, • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications, • Strong communication and negotiation skills, • Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office, • Self-motivated, organised, and detail-oriented Desirable • Experience working on commercial or industrial projects, • Knowledge of UK building regulations and industry standards, • Relevant qualifications in mechanical engineering or building services The Package • Competitive salary up to £80k Basic (dependent on experience), • Opportunity to work on diverse and high-value projects, • Career progression within a growing company, • Supportive and collaborative team environment

Quantity Surveyor Manchester Permanent Who are we MCR Property Group is a national real estate investment and development company with offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Edinburgh. Our core focus is the delivery of high-quality residential and industrial developments, alongside the active asset management of an expanding portfolio of existing assets. With a development pipeline portfolio valued in excess of £2 billion, MCR is firmly positioned as one of the UK’s most ambitious and fast-growing property businesses. As we continue to scale over the coming years, we are seeking motivated, commercially astute construction professionals who are looking to grow alongside the business. This is an opportunity to join a company at a pivotal stage of its expansion, where strong performance is recognised, responsibility is real, and progression is earned. Who are we recruiting We are currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to play a key role in the commercial and financial delivery of an assigned office refurbishment project within the Greater Manchester area. In this position, you will be responsible for ensuring schemes are procured efficiently and delivered within agreed budgets and programmes, providing hands-on commercial expertise from inception through to final account. Reporting into the Construction Director and Commercial Director, with direct exposure to the Board, you will take ownership of monthly cost reporting, financial forecasting, contract and subcontract packages, and the management of variations. You will work closely with a wider delivery team of Project Managers and fellow Quantity Surveyors, contributing to the commercial strategy and financial control of projects across the portfolio. The role is primarily office-based, with regular site visits for meetings, valuations, and project reviews depending on your experience level and project location. Tell us about you The successful candidate will bring a strong understanding of subcontract procurement processes and have a minimum of three years’ experience working as a Quantity Surveyor across a range of project types and values, with particular experience in the delivery of high end office refurbishment projects. You will have gained experience within a developer, main contractor, or subcontractor environment and be confident operating across both pre- and post-contract stages. This includes preparing cost plans and estimates, measurement for bills of quantities, tendering and procurement, value engineering, tender reporting, interim valuations, and final accounts. A broad knowledge of construction industry processes, procedures, and best practice is essential, along with solid technical understanding of building materials, construction techniques, and building systems. You will be comfortable working with financial and reporting tools and be fully computer literate, with strong working knowledge of Excel, Word, and related software. A full, clean driving licence is also required. From a personal and professional perspective, this role requires someone who approaches challenges head-on, is confident acting as a sounding board for colleagues and stakeholders, and can provide practical, commercially sound solutions when issues arise. You will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, be comfortable negotiating with subcontractors and consultants, and carry yourself with professionalism and confidence when dealing with individuals at all levels of seniority. This is a role for someone who wants responsibility, visibility, and the chance to make a tangible impact within a growing business. If you are commercially driven, technically capable, and looking for an opportunity to develop your career within a high-growth property company, we would welcome your application.

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor Location: North Manchester Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 (dependent on experience) About the Company Our client is a growing main contractor based in North Manchester, with over 15 years' experience delivering projects across the UK. Originally specialising in maintenance and insurance claim works, the business has successfully expanded into heritage and education sectors, with a strong pipeline of refurbishment schemes. With a turnover of £15 million last year and plans for further growth, the company is now targeting larger, more complex projects, with values ranging from £10,000 up to £15 million. The Role Our client is seeking a Quantity Surveyor from a main contractor background to join their commercial team, reporting directly to the Commercial Manager. This role will suit an established Quantity Surveyor seeking a new challenge within a growing business. You will play a key role in the commercial delivery of projects, ensuring cost control, value for money, and profitability. Key Responsibilities • Manage the commercial aspects of construction projects from inception through to final account, • Prepare, review, and manage project budgets and cost plans, • Procure and manage subcontractor packages, • Monitor project costs and produce regular financial reports, • Identify and manage risks, variations, and value engineering opportunities, • Negotiate contracts and agreements with subcontractors and suppliers, • Work closely with operational teams to ensure successful project delivery, • Support the business in delivering larger, higher-value projects Key Requirements • Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor environment, • Strong understanding of construction processes and commercial management, • Experience across refurbishment, maintenance, heritage, or education sectors (desirable), • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines, • Strong negotiation and communication skills, • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office (experience with commercial software is beneficial) What's on Offer • Opportunity to join a growing North Manchester-based contractor, • Diverse project portfolio with increasing project values, • Clear progression opportunities within an expanding business, • Competitive salary and supportive working environment, • Direct reporting line to senior leadership

(M&E Project Manager) - Position Overview Our Client, a well - established construction company based in Manchester area is looking to recruit an experienced M&E Project Manager As the M&E Project Manager you'll be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all technical aspects of interior refurbishment projects, ensuring that mechanical, electrical, and building services are designed, installed, and commissioned to the highest standards. The role bridges design, construction, and client teams to deliver compliant, efficient, and high-quality fit-out solutions. (M&E Project Manager) - Position Remuneration • Salary - £50,000 - £65,000 (Dependant on experience), • Monday to Friday - 40 Hours per week, • 26 Days Holiday, • Death in service benefit 4 times gross salary, • Employee Ownership annual partner tax free bonus scheme (after 12 months service), • Discretionary performance bonus scheme, • Commission for all staff that bring business opportunities to the company. (1% of project value paid after contract has been invoiced), • Health Cash Plan, • Tesco voucher to the value of £50 per month (not contractual and subject to current legislation and staff welfare guidance), • Training development support, • Quarterly company socials, • Cycle2Work Technical Coordination • Manage the design, coordination, and integration of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) services within refurbishment projects., • Review and comment on technical drawings, specifications, and submittals., • Liaise with consultants, designers, and subcontractors to develop technical solutions., • Monitor design progress against programme milestones., • Work closely with Project Managers and Site Teams to ensure smooth delivery of services installations., • Provide technical support during construction, resolving design or installation issues., • Attend site meetings, inspections, and progress reviews. Procurement & Subcontractor Management • Assist in the selection and procurement of MEP subcontractors and suppliers., • Review subcontractor proposals and technical submissions., • Ensure all installations meet quality standards and project specifications., • Oversee testing, commissioning, and handover processes., • Identify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies., • Act as the main technical point of contact for clients and consultants., • Present technical solutions and updates to stakeholders., • Support client handover and post-completion queries. (M&E Project Manager) - Position Requirements Essential: • Strong background in building services engineering (Mechanical or Electrical)., • Experience in interior fit-out / refurbishment projects (commercial, office, retail, or hospitality)., • Good understanding of UK building regulations and standards., • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications., • Strong coordination and problem-solving skills., • Degree or HNC/HND in Building Services Engineering or related discipline., • Membership of a professional body (e.g., Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers)., • Experience with BIM and coordination software (e.g., Revit, Navisworks). Key Competencies • Leadership and team coordination, • Technical expertise in MEP systems, • Attention to detail and quality focus, • Time and programme management, • Commercial awareness Streamline Search is a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the United Kingdom. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying to this post you are granting us consent to process your data and contact you in relation to this application.

Job Title: Assistant Estimator Location: Manchester, UK (projects nationwide) Salary: Up to £37,000 About the Company Our client is a well-established main contractor with over 15 years of experience delivering maintenance and insurance claim projects across the UK. The business has evolved significantly, expanding into heritage works and education projects, with a strong pipeline of summer refurbishment schemes. With a turnover of £15 million last year and ambitious plans for continued growth, the company is now focusing on securing larger, more complex projects, targeting higher-value opportunities with a more strategic and selective tendering approach. Project values currently range from £10,000 to £15 million across multiple sectors. The Role Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an Estimator or Assistant Estimator to join their commercial team, reporting directly to the Commercial Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for either: • An Assistant Estimator looking to develop within a supportive environment and gain exposure to a wide range of projects, or Key Responsibilities • Prepare detailed and competitive cost estimates for a variety of construction projects, • Analyse tender documentation, drawings, and specifications, • Assist with the full tendering process from enquiry through to submission, • Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations, • Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering options, • Collaborate closely with the commercial and operational teams, • Support business strategy by targeting larger, higher-value projects Key Requirements • Previous experience in an estimating role within a main contractor environment, • Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and pricing, • Experience working across sectors such as maintenance, heritage, or education (desirable), • Ability to manage multiple tenders and work to deadlines, • Excellent communication and negotiation skills, • Proficiency in relevant estimating and Microsoft Office software What's on Offer • Opportunity to join a growing and evolving contractor, • Exposure to a diverse and expanding project portfolio, • Clear progression pathway, particularly for Assistant-level candidates, • Competitive salary based on experience, • Supportive team environment with direct mentorship from senior leadership

Lead the Future of Power Engineering with Black & White Engineering Are you a results-driven engineer with a passion for solving complex technical challenges? Black & White Engineering is seeking Power Systems Engineers to join our global, multi-award-winning consultancy. This is your chance to work on cutting-edge MV and HV projects across Data Centres and Building Services. What We’re Looking For We’re searching for someone who brings both technical depth and strong leadership qualities. You will thrive in a collaborative environment and excel at driving projects from concept to completion. Ideally, you will have: • A relevant engineering degree (or equivalent qualification/experience)., • Associate or student membership of a professional body such as the IET (or an international equivalent)., • Chartered Engineer status — or actively working towards it., • Extensive experience across a wide range of power engineering technical areas., • Proven track record in MV and HV design, contributing to small- and large-scale projects from early design through to completion., • Strong technical knowledge of MV generation using multiple prime movers (diesel, HVO, gas, etc.)., • Deep understanding of power systems, network design and resilient control engineering., • Sound understanding of BS and IEC standards, UK regulations, and equivalent international codes., • Familiarity with National Grid, DNO/IDNO practices, and ENA specifications (or overseas equivalents).Software Skills, • Proficiency in ETAP (or equivalent power systems analysis software).

AI Developer Manchester Hybrid £72k - £80k Sellick Partnership are seeking a hands-on developer eager to work with modern AI technologies. You'll join a small, fast-moving team building applications that incorporate large language models, autonomous agents, and cloud-based AI services. Ideal for someone who enjoys experimenting, learning quickly, and shaping how AI-enabled solutions are delivered. Key Responsibilities • Build and deploy AI-integrated full-stack applications., • Incorporate cloud AI services into production systems., • Develop LLM-powered features and autonomous workflows., • Translate stakeholder requirements into working software., • Support prototyping, research, and early-stage solution design., • Contribute to internal AI tools, reusable components, and best-practice development approaches., • Strong full-stack development background (JavaScript/TypeScript, .NET/C#, or Python)., • Experience with cloud platforms and CI/CD pipelines., • Fast learner with solid engineering discipline., • Able to work independently and collaborate in a small team., • Experience with LLMs, prompt engineering, or agent-based AI., • Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools.

Senior AI Engineer We’re looking for a hands-on Senior AI Engineer to build real-world AI systems that deliver measurable impact across customer journeys and internal operations. This role is all about turning emerging AI capabilities-LLMs, agentic systems, ML models, workflows, and AI services-into robust, production-ready solutions. What You’ll Do • Design, build, and integrate AI applications into end-to-end workflows., • Embed agentic AI into customer and operational processes with reliability, resilience, and safe fallback behavior., • Collaborate with Product, Engineering, Data, and Operations to take AI solutions from concept to production., • Establish best practices for orchestration, testing, monitoring, and operational safeguards., • Evaluate emerging AI capabilities and translate them into practical, high-value implementations. What We’re Looking For, • Strong software engineering background (Python), with experience delivering production AI or ML-integrated systems., • Hands-on experience with LLMs, AI services, or agentic AI frameworks., • Practical understanding of AI production concerns: latency, resilience, observability, safety, and maintainability., • Systems thinker who collaborates effectively across teams and communicates clearly., • Training and development budgets, • A culture of collaboration and growth so your career can become what you want it to be.

At Moorepay, we’re on a mission to simplify and automate payroll and HR for UK businesses. With thousands of clients relying on our trusted platform and services, we combine powerful technology, compliance expertise, and brilliant people to deliver seamless workforce solutions. As we scale, we're looking for a Technical Project Manager who can bridge the gap between software engineering and business delivery, ensuring our offshore teams remain aligned, productive, and focused on value. You will be responsible for the successful delivery of technology projects across Moorepay’s HR and Payroll product suite. Combining technical background with strong project management skills, you'll oversee the work of multiple offshore development teams, track project performance, and drive process improvement using Azure DevOps and other delivery tools. This is a key role in ensuring we deliver high-quality, secure, and timely solutions to our clients, with transparency and accountability at every stage. Key Responsibilities: Project Planning & Execution: • Lead the planning and execution of technology projects using Agile or hybrid methodologies., • Us your technical background to ensure engineering to follow process, and us best practice., • Define and manage scope, timelines, resources, and budgets across multiple concurrent initiatives., • Act as the primary liaison between UK-based stakeholders, product team, engineers and offshore development/test teams., • Monitor offshore team activities, helping remove blockers and ensure alignment with strategic goals., • Use Azure DevOps to track work items, monitor progress, and report on delivery performance., • Drive Azure DevOps best practices across all teams, and ensure processes are followed., • Regularly assess project health across teams – highlighting risks, issues, and variances to leadership., • Provide structured reports and recommendations to drive accountability and improvements., • Help mature Moorepay’s project delivery frameworks and Agile adoption., • Collaborate with Product, Engineering, QA, and DevOps to evolve best practices., • Proven experience managing software delivery projects in a technical environment., • Strong knowledge of Azure DevOps – boards, pipelines, and reporting., • A technical background in Microsoft technologies., • Experience working with offshore or distributed development teams., • Solid grasp of Agile/Scrum and hybrid delivery models., • Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment., • Excellent communication, facilitation, and documentation skills., • Experience with metrics-based project health tracking (e.g., DORA, velocity)., • Familiarity with cloud-based software development (Azure preferred)., • Understanding of CI/CD practices and DevOps culture., • Experience in HR or Payroll software solutions advantageous, but not essential

Software Delivery Manager Location: Central Manchester (Hybrid - 2 days on site)Salary: £80,000-£90,000 plus bonus Role overview We're partnering with a well-established organisation in the gambling and gaming sector to appoint an experienced Software Delivery Manager. Operating within a fast-moving, highly regulated technology landscape, this role offers significant influence over how delivery, product leadership and coaching functions work together at scale. You'll set direction and provide leadership across several Agile teams, helping align product strategy, engineering delivery and team development. This is a role for someone who understands how to measure what matters-using OKRs, DORA metrics and modern delivery models-to drive meaningful, sustainable change. What you'll be responsible forDelivery leadership • Oversee delivery across multiple teams and domains, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives, • Champion Agile principles and continuously evolve delivery approaches in a regulated environment, • Use OKRs and DORA metrics to track delivery effectiveness, identifying risks and improvement opportunities early, • Resolve cross-team dependencies, remove obstacles, and enable consistent, reliable delivery, • Apply delivery data to inform roadmaps, prioritisation decisions and leadership discussionsProduct, delivery & coaching alignment, • Build a deep understanding of the product, engineering and leadership landscape, • Partner closely with Product to define transformation goals, outcomes and success measures, • Bring clarity and structure to solution and design conversations, • Balance delivery execution with coaching, ensuring ownership and focus are well distributed, • Collaborate with product leaders to refine OKRs, strengthen operating models and embed continuous improvementCoaching and team development, • Act as a leader-coach, promoting openness, experimentation and thoughtful decision-making, • Help teams appreciate diverse viewpoints and understand what high performance looks like for individuals and groups, • Support teams with clear frameworks, guidance and transparency, • Strengthen team culture, delivery maturity and the ability to operate effectively at paceLeadership & environment, • Communicate direction and expectations clearly, creating shared understanding across teams, • Foster a culture where ideas are welcomed but aligned to purpose and direction, • Stay attuned to the technical, cultural and organisational factors impacting delivery, • Create an environment where people can collaborate, develop and perform at their bestWhat you'll bringEssential experience, • Proven experience leading multiple Agile teams or managing complex, multi-stream delivery, • Strong knowledge of Agile and Lean approaches, including Scrum, Kanban and scaled frameworks such as SAFe or LeSS, • Practical experience applying OKRs and DORA metrics to improve delivery outcomes, • Confident leadership, coaching and stakeholder engagement skills, • Background delivering software in regulated industries (e.g. gambling, gaming, fintech), • Ability to turn data and insight into clear actions and improvements, • Familiarity with DevOps practices, continuous delivery and highly available systemsDesirable experience, • Outcome-focused planning and experience with DORA or SEI dashboards, • Experience operating within large-scale or enterprise Agile environments, • Knowledge of tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps and Confluence, • Relevant Agile or delivery certifications (CSM, SAFe, ICAgile, PMI-ACP, etc.)Why this role?, • £80,000-£90,000 salary plus a discretionary bonus (c.10%), • Hybrid working model with two days per week in Manchester, • A genuine opportunity to shape delivery culture, leadership behaviours and product strategy, • Join driven, collaborative teams who value innovation, learning and continuous improvemen Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Software Tester Location: Fully Remote – UK Salary: £50,000 + benefits We’re hiring a Senior Software Tester to take ownership of quality across a growing Development environment. This Senior Software Tester role is fully remote and offers real influence over how testing is done, moving well beyond end-of-line QA. As a Senior Software Tester, you’ll work closely with developers and delivery leads to ensure solutions are robust, scalable, and ready for production. This is a hands-on role where the Senior Software Tester helps define testing standards, processes, and accountability across the team. What you’ll be doing As a Senior Software Tester, you will: • Carry out hands-on manual testing across Power Platform solutions, • Test Power Automate workflows, Dataverse data models, business rules, and security roles, • Identify defects early and clearly communicate root cause and impact, • Support and shape User Acceptance Testing (UAT) with internal teams and customers, • Define and maintain pragmatic, scalable test processes, • Create and maintain test plans, test cases, and regression test packs, • Establish clear quality gates and definitions of done, • Coach and challenge developers on quality and testing best practice, • Proven experience as a Senior Software Tester or QA / Test Engineer in a software delivery environment, • Strong understanding of low-code, data-driven, and configuration-based applications, • Experience testing workflows, business logic, and integrations, • Confidence influencing developers and embedding quality-first ways of working, • Power Apps testing experience (Canvas and/or Model-Driven apps), • Experience testing Dataverse-based solutions, • Exposure to ALM, environment management, and solution-based deployments, • Familiarity with test management toolsWhat’s on offer, • Fully remote, UK-based role, • Senior-level ownership and influence, • Opportunity to shape and mature QA practices

\n\n Your new company Join a world leading engineering and technology organisation recognised globally for its innovation, scale and impact. You'll become part of a highly respected legal function that partners closely with commercial, sales, technical and global teams to support innovation, drive safe growth, and enable the business to operate with clarity and confidence. \n\n \nYour new role In this role, you will provide proactive, commercially focused legal support across a broad range of matters involving industrial automation, product sales, customer services and digital solutions. You'll play a key, trusted role in enabling the business to manage risk effectively and operate efficiently responsibilities will include: \n\n\n\t • Drafting and negotiating a variety of sales agreements within the industrial automation space\n\t, • Supporting commercial, sales and tendering teams, providing clear advice on risk, governance and contractual terms\n\t, • Advising on internal rules, approval processes and corporate governance\n\t, • Managing external counsel when required\n\t, • Providing guidance on software licencing, IP matters and digital focused contracts\n\t, • Advising on competition law compliance in collaboration with internal compliance experts\n\t, • Assisting the business in resolving claims and disputes\n\t, • Developing and enhancing template documents, Q&As and legal process efficiencies\n\t, • Collaborating with colleagues across Germany, EMEA and other regions on cross‑border initiatives\n\t \nWhat you'll need to succeed \n\n\n\t • UK Qualified Solicitor\n\t, • Strong experience advising on commercial projects and sales contracts\n\t, • Familiarity with engineering contracts and standard forms such as NEC4 and MF/1\n\t, • Experience or interest in AI, digital solutions and LegalTech\n\t, • Proven ability to build positive relationships with senior stakeholders\n\t, • A flexible, proactive mindset, capable of managing multiple priorities\n\t, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills\n\t, • Highly motivated, analytical and confident, operating in a fast-paced environment\n\n\n \nWhat you'll get in return You'll be joining a supportive, collaborative and innovative organisation that values expertise and empowers its legal team'll benefit from: \n\n\n\t • Hybrid working arrangements\n\t, • Generous pension plan, with employer contributions up to 10%\n\t, • 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell an additional 5 days\n\t, • Performance-based annual bonus\n\t, • Comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare, life assurance, dental insurance etc.\n\t, • Free on-site parking, office canteen\n\n\n \nWhat you need to do now \nIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your \n \n\n Hays Specialist 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 hays