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Role Overview: Join Busy Bees Bedford Elstow – Nursery Manager (12-Month Maternity Cover) Are you an inspiring early years leader ready to guide a passionate team and create exceptional learning experiences? Busy Bees Bedford Elstow is looking for a motivated Nursery Manager to join us on a 12-month maternity cover contract. We offer a generous, industry-leading benefits package, including: * Competitive salary * Up to 25% annual salary bonus * Up to 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) * Your birthday off – our treat! * Significant childcare discount * Continuous training and development to help you grow your career * Access to the Hive Benefits & Wellbeing Hub with huge retail discounts * Enhanced family leave and a return-to-work bonus * Menopause support via Peppy * Salary Finance for financial wellbeing * Employee Assistance Programme with Mental Health First Aiders * Cycle to Work scheme * Workplace pension with Cushon * Discounted Private Medical Insurance * Opportunities to travel internationally and learn from Busy Bees nurseries around the world And that’s not all! Through the Hive platform, you’ll also find wellbeing tools, development resources, team recognition features through Celebrating You, and a dedicated Grow with Us area full of exciting learning opportunities. As Nursery Manager at our Bedford Elstow setting, you’ll bring your creativity, energy, and expertise to: * Lead and inspire your team * Deliver high-quality childcare in line with the EYFS * Build strong partnerships with families * Create safe, stimulating environments that nurture curiosity and confidence You’ll also benefit from our Bee Curious curriculum, designed to encourage exploration, discovery, and joyful learning. Located in the heart of Bedford, our Elstow nursery offers a warm, welcoming environment with bright, well-equipped rooms tailored to each age group. Children enjoy a secure outdoor area perfect for adventurous play, fresh-air learning, and developing confidence through supervised safe risks. The nursery is easily accessible, with good transport links, making commuting simple whether you travel by car or public transport. Ofsted rated Good. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities: • Lead & Inspire: Drive excellence and motivate your team., • Quality Improvement: Enhance educational programs and operational processes., • Compliance: Ensure a safe and secure environment, meeting all regulations., • Financial Oversight: Manage budgets and resources effectively., • Engagement: Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and the community., • Professional Development: Foster team growth to provide exceptional care. Required Qualifications: About you:, • We are looking for a passionate and ambitious Nursery Manager whose primary goal is to deliver the highest standards of childcare and early years education., • You will be resourceful, commercially minded, have strong leadership ability and excellent communication skills., • You will have strong organisational skills with a keen attention to detail and be able to prioritise your workload effectively.Qualifications and Experience:, • NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3., • Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager., • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills., • A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education.Apply now and be part of our dynamic team!

Join the RAC as a Roadside Technician Join the team that keeps the UK moving. As a Roadside Technician, you’ll receive: • A market-competitive base salary of £35,000 and a realistic OTE of £60,000, with top-performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates. • A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent), with proven technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience, • A customer-focused approach, • A full UK driving licence As a Roadside Technician within our Patrol division, you’ll deliver expert mechanical roadside repair, vehicle diagnostics, and emergency breakdown support across the UK. Whether it’s a flat battery, tyre change, or complex fault-finding, you’ll provide quick, confident solutions and reassurance when our members need it most. You’ll start and end your day at home, tackling challenges head-on and making a real impact on the roadside - combining your technical expertise with outstanding member service. We’ll set you up for success from day one, with your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit all provided. The RAC has been a trusted name for over 125 years, combining heritage with innovation. If you're looking for a career in roadside automotive services that’s rewarding, fast-paced, and full of variety - this is it. No CV required when you apply – it's easier than ever to start your journey with us. As a Roadside Technician at RAC, you’ll get benefits that go the extra mile: • Strong base pay – £35,000 a year and realistic OTE of £60,000, with top-performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates, • Share in our success – Join our colleague share scheme for free to benefit from the future growth of the business, • Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover – From your very first day, • Car salary sacrifice scheme – Includes electric vehicle options (after 12 months) to help you save on tax, • Generous holidays – 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service), • Pension & life cover – Up to 6.5% matched pension contributions and life cover up to 4x your salary (10x with flex benefits), • Wellbeing support – 24/7 confidential support helpline for you and your family Why RAC? For more than 128 years, we’ve been keeping drivers moving, and today we’re trusted by over 15 million members. We’re also trusted by our people, with a 4.5-star Glassdoor rating showing that RAC is a place where support, ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand. We welcome people from every background, value every voice, and back your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, you can bring your full self to work and we’ll be with you every step of the way to help you grow and develop your career.

Join the RAC as a Roadside Technician Join the team that keeps the UK moving. As a Roadside Technician, you’ll receive: • A market-competitive base salary of £35,000 and a realistic OTE of £60,000, with top-performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates. • A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent), with proven technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience, • A customer-focused approach, • A full UK driving licence As a Roadside Technician within our Patrol division, you’ll deliver expert mechanical roadside repair, vehicle diagnostics, and emergency breakdown support across the UK. Whether it’s a flat battery, tyre change, or complex fault-finding, you’ll provide quick, confident solutions and reassurance when our members need it most. You’ll start and end your day at home, tackling challenges head-on and making a real impact on the roadside - combining your technical expertise with outstanding member service. We’ll set you up for success from day one, with your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit all provided. The RAC has been a trusted name for over 125 years, combining heritage with innovation. If you're looking for a career in roadside automotive services that’s rewarding, fast-paced, and full of variety - this is it. No CV required when you apply – it's easier than ever to start your journey with us. As a Roadside Technician at RAC, you’ll get benefits that go the extra mile: • Strong base pay – £35,000 a year and realistic OTE of £60,000, with top-performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates, • Share in our success – Join our colleague share scheme for free to benefit from the future growth of the business, • Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover – From your very first day, • Car salary sacrifice scheme – Includes electric vehicle options (after 12 months) to help you save on tax, • Generous holidays – 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service), • Pension & life cover – Up to 6.5% matched pension contributions and life cover up to 4x your salary (10x with flex benefits), • Wellbeing support – 24/7 confidential support helpline for you and your family Why RAC? For more than 128 years, we’ve been keeping drivers moving, and today we’re trusted by over 15 million members. We’re also trusted by our people, with a 4.5-star Glassdoor rating showing that RAC is a place where support, ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand. We welcome people from every background, value every voice, and back your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, you can bring your full self to work and we’ll be with you every step of the way to help you grow and develop your career.

Join the RAC as a Roadside Technician Join the team that keeps the UK moving. As a Roadside Technician, you’ll receive: • A market-competitive base salary of £35,000 and a realistic OTE of £60,000, with top-performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates. • A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent), with proven technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience, • A customer-focused approach, • A full UK driving licence As a Roadside Technician within our Patrol division, you’ll deliver expert mechanical roadside repair, vehicle diagnostics, and emergency breakdown support across the UK. Whether it’s a flat battery, tyre change, or complex fault-finding, you’ll provide quick, confident solutions and reassurance when our members need it most. You’ll start and end your day at home, tackling challenges head-on and making a real impact on the roadside - combining your technical expertise with outstanding member service. We’ll set you up for success from day one, with your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit all provided. The RAC has been a trusted name for over 125 years, combining heritage with innovation. If you're looking for a career in roadside automotive services that’s rewarding, fast-paced, and full of variety - this is it. No CV required when you apply – it's easier than ever to start your journey with us. As a Roadside Technician at RAC, you’ll get benefits that go the extra mile: • Strong base pay – £35,000 a year and realistic OTE of £60,000, with top-performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates, • Share in our success – Join our colleague share scheme for free to benefit from the future growth of the business, • Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover – From your very first day, • Car salary sacrifice scheme – Includes electric vehicle options (after 12 months) to help you save on tax, • Generous holidays – 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service), • Pension & life cover – Up to 6.5% matched pension contributions and life cover up to 4x your salary (10x with flex benefits), • Wellbeing support – 24/7 confidential support helpline for you and your family Why RAC? For more than 128 years, we’ve been keeping drivers moving, and today we’re trusted by over 15 million members. We’re also trusted by our people, with a 4.5-star Glassdoor rating showing that RAC is a place where support, ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand. We welcome people from every background, value every voice, and back your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, you can bring your full self to work and we’ll be with you every step of the way to help you grow and develop your career.

Join the RAC as a Roadside Technician Join the team that keeps the UK moving. As a Roadside Technician, you’ll receive: • A market-competitive base salary of £35,000 and a realistic OTE of £60,000, with top-performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates. • A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent), with proven technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience, • A customer-focused approach, • A full UK driving licence As a Roadside Technician within our Patrol division, you’ll deliver expert mechanical roadside repair, vehicle diagnostics, and emergency breakdown support across the UK. Whether it’s a flat battery, tyre change, or complex fault-finding, you’ll provide quick, confident solutions and reassurance when our members need it most. You’ll start and end your day at home, tackling challenges head-on and making a real impact on the roadside - combining your technical expertise with outstanding member service. We’ll set you up for success from day one, with your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit all provided. The RAC has been a trusted name for over 125 years, combining heritage with innovation. If you're looking for a career in roadside automotive services that’s rewarding, fast-paced, and full of variety - this is it. No CV required when you apply – it's easier than ever to start your journey with us. As a Roadside Technician at RAC, you’ll get benefits that go the extra mile: • Strong base pay – £35,000 a year and realistic OTE of £60,000, with top-performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates, • Share in our success – Join our colleague share scheme for free to benefit from the future growth of the business, • Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover – From your very first day, • Car salary sacrifice scheme – Includes electric vehicle options (after 12 months) to help you save on tax, • Generous holidays – 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service), • Pension & life cover – Up to 6.5% matched pension contributions and life cover up to 4x your salary (10x with flex benefits), • Wellbeing support – 24/7 confidential support helpline for you and your family Why RAC? For more than 128 years, we’ve been keeping drivers moving, and today we’re trusted by over 15 million members. We’re also trusted by our people, with a 4.5-star Glassdoor rating showing that RAC is a place where support, ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand. We welcome people from every background, value every voice, and back your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, you can bring your full self to work and we’ll be with you every step of the way to help you grow and develop your career.

Join the RAC as a Roadside Technician Join the team that keeps the UK moving. As a Roadside Technician, you’ll receive: • A market-competitive base salary of £35,000 and a realistic OTE of £60,000, with top-performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates. • A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent), with proven technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience, • A customer-focused approach, • A full UK driving licence As a Roadside Technician within our Patrol division, you’ll deliver expert mechanical roadside repair, vehicle diagnostics, and emergency breakdown support across the UK. Whether it’s a flat battery, tyre change, or complex fault-finding, you’ll provide quick, confident solutions and reassurance when our members need it most. You’ll start and end your day at home, tackling challenges head-on and making a real impact on the roadside - combining your technical expertise with outstanding member service. We’ll set you up for success from day one, with your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit all provided. The RAC has been a trusted name for over 125 years, combining heritage with innovation. If you're looking for a career in roadside automotive services that’s rewarding, fast-paced, and full of variety - this is it. No CV required when you apply – it's easier than ever to start your journey with us. As a Roadside Technician at RAC, you’ll get benefits that go the extra mile: • Strong base pay – £35,000 a year and realistic OTE of £60,000, with top-performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates, • Share in our success – Join our colleague share scheme for free to benefit from the future growth of the business, • Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover – From your very first day, • Car salary sacrifice scheme – Includes electric vehicle options (after 12 months) to help you save on tax, • Generous holidays – 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service), • Pension & life cover – Up to 6.5% matched pension contributions and life cover up to 4x your salary (10x with flex benefits), • Wellbeing support – 24/7 confidential support helpline for you and your family Why RAC? For more than 128 years, we’ve been keeping drivers moving, and today we’re trusted by over 15 million members. We’re also trusted by our people, with a 4.5-star Glassdoor rating showing that RAC is a place where support, ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand. We welcome people from every background, value every voice, and back your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, you can bring your full self to work and we’ll be with you every step of the way to help you grow and develop your career.

Join the RAC as a Roadside Technician Join the team that keeps the UK moving. As a Roadside Technician, you’ll receive: • A market-competitive base salary of £35,000 and a realistic OTE of £60,000, with top-performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates. • A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent), with proven technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience, • A customer-focused approach, • A full UK driving licence As a Roadside Technician within our Patrol division, you’ll deliver expert mechanical roadside repair, vehicle diagnostics, and emergency breakdown support across the UK. Whether it’s a flat battery, tyre change, or complex fault-finding, you’ll provide quick, confident solutions and reassurance when our members need it most. You’ll start and end your day at home, tackling challenges head-on and making a real impact on the roadside - combining your technical expertise with outstanding member service. We’ll set you up for success from day one, with your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit all provided. The RAC has been a trusted name for over 125 years, combining heritage with innovation. If you're looking for a career in roadside automotive services that’s rewarding, fast-paced, and full of variety - this is it. No CV required when you apply – it's easier than ever to start your journey with us. As a Roadside Technician at RAC, you’ll get benefits that go the extra mile: • Strong base pay – £35,000 a year and realistic OTE of £60,000, with top-performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates, • Share in our success – Join our colleague share scheme for free to benefit from the future growth of the business, • Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover – From your very first day, • Car salary sacrifice scheme – Includes electric vehicle options (after 12 months) to help you save on tax, • Generous holidays – 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service), • Pension & life cover – Up to 6.5% matched pension contributions and life cover up to 4x your salary (10x with flex benefits), • Wellbeing support – 24/7 confidential support helpline for you and your family Why RAC? For more than 128 years, we’ve been keeping drivers moving, and today we’re trusted by over 15 million members. We’re also trusted by our people, with a 4.5-star Glassdoor rating showing that RAC is a place where support, ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand. We welcome people from every background, value every voice, and back your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, you can bring your full self to work and we’ll be with you every step of the way to help you grow and develop your career.

Electrical Design Engineer – Special Purpose Machinery We’re recruiting for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join a growing engineering team delivering bespoke, high-speed special purpose machinery to customers worldwide. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with strong experience in PLC-based control systems (Siemens S7 and/or Rockwell ControlLogix) who enjoys taking ownership of complex projects from concept through to installation. The Role You’ll be responsible for electrical and pneumatic design, validating systems to current safety standards, supporting CE certification, and preparing FAT and as-built documentation. You’ll collaborate across departments, engage directly with customers, and support installations and upgrade projects globally (4–5 trips per year, approx. one week at a time). What We’re Looking For • Proven experience designing electrical control systems for special purpose machinery, • Strong knowledge of safety control systems and validation, • AutoCAD Electrical experience, • BOM compilation and MRP uploads, • Understanding of machinery safety standards, • SIL-rated safety circuit design & risk assessments

Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. The Role: This role is part of Saab BlueBear in Bedfordshire. You will be required to support a mixture of R&D and product development activities and will be keen to get involved in all development areas, and have a good track history / proven track record in both problem solving and quality software development. Your role as a Sensor Fusion Lead will involve architecting, designing, implementing and testing embedded applications primarily focused around sensor suite integration and fusion. You may also lead a small team of other engineers. Tasks will generally involve architecting software systems and features that facilitate our state of the art methods for navigation in a variety of environments using our in-house fleet of UAVs. Key Responsibilities: * Primarily, your role will be to maintain, architect and develop our current sensor fusion capabilities and add new features in a structured and maintainable manner under direction of product owner (Head of Digital Systems). * Research, Architect, Design and Test Sensor Fusion algorithms using Mathworks products. * Technically lead the software development for Sensor Fusion activities to deliver new features and capabilities to our Autonomy and UAV systems. * Ensure the Sensor Fusion software considers and implements redundancy, real-time, safety/critical and security objectives. * Proactively engage with other engineers, teams and leadership to ensure needs are understood and met. * Gain system wide knowledge and become a subject matter expert in the Sensor Fusion field. * Ensure Sensor Fusion knowledge transfer through written and other methods to the rest of the team. * Gain understanding and technically contribute to the wider software team and software projects. Skills and Experience: * Strong working experience of developing embedded C++ applications. * Knowledge of state estimation / sensor fusion / navigation tools and techniques e.g. Kalman filters. * Knowledge of the principles and characteristics of sensors and sensing processes. * Experience in data processing and analysis. * Experience in sensor selection, evaluation and modelling. * Understanding of flight mechanics. * Software Architecture skills for Embedded Systems and/or backend/server-based applications taking into account constraints of performance, security and redundancy * Looks to work collaboratively rather than in isolation. * Knowledge of GNSS and other positioning technologies (e.g. Visual Navigation). * Working knowledge of Linux and/or real time operating systems such as FreeRTOS. * Good understanding of development tool chain for debugging and problem solving using e.g. gdb. * Knowledge of networking (e.g.TCP/IP). * Knowledge of serial interfaces (e.g. RS422/485). * Able to use (or even create) CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or similar. * Knowledge of Matlab/Simulink * Testing (Unit, Integration) and/or Test automation experience. * Experience as a Technical leader. * Experience mentoring junior engineers. * Understanding of quality, safety and security standards for software (e.g. DO-178). * Good communication skills for internal and external technical discussions. * Knowledge of any of the following MQTT, DDS and GIS. * Existing SC Clearance would be advantageous. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview

Civil EngineerLocation: BedfordSalary: £40,000 - £48,000 plus benefits I am recruiting for a Civil Engineer to join a growing consultancy in Bedford as they expand their civil engineering team. This is a strong opportunity for a Civil Engineer looking to build technical capability, gain wider project exposure and take on more responsibility within a supportive environment. This Civil Engineer role focuses on development infrastructure projects ranging from small private schemes through to major national developments. As a Civil Engineer, you will support planning submissions, detailed design packages and technical approvals, working closely with clients, consultants and local authorities. You will stay hands-on with design while benefiting from clear support and mentoring from senior engineers. Key Responsibilities* Deliver drainage, highways and earthworks designs using Flow or MicroDrainage and PDS or similar software* Produce drawings and design documents using AutoCAD or MicroStation* Prepare planning submission packs for outline, detailed and full applications* Deliver S38, S278 and S104 technical submissions through to approval* Support groundworks packages for tender and construction* Liaise with clients, design teams and local authority officers* Assist with managing small project teams and coordinating technicians About You* Degree qualified Civil Engineer or equivalent practical experience* Strong understanding of UK drainage, highways and flood risk standards* Confident using Flow or MicroDrainage, PDS, AutoCAD or MicroStation* Experience delivering S38, S278 and S104 submissions* Clear communicator with a proactive and organised approach Why ApplyThis Civil Engineer position offers project variety, hybrid working and long term progression. The salary on offer is £40,000 - £48,000 plus benefits, including profit share bonuses, pension, life assurance, healthcare after qualifying service, CPD support and flexible working. Eligibility to ApplyApplicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years recruitment experience.

Ex-Forces Engineer £40,000 - £42,000 + Days / Monday - Friday + Overtime (1.5x) + Progression + Training + BenefitsBedford (commutable from Milton Keynes, Leighton Buzzard, St Neots, Hitchin, Sandy, Biggleswade & surrounding areas)Are you an Ex-Forces Engineer (REME, RAF, Navy or similar) with a strong Maintenance background looking to transition into a leading manufacturer offering great benefits and clear progression opportunities?This is an excellent opportunity for Service Leavers to join a multibillion-pound manufacturer within a stable industry where you will receive full industry training and support from experienced Engineers to help you make a smooth move into civilian manufacturing.The company are well established in their industry and have seen continued growth. They have a strong track record of recruiting and developing ex-military engineers and are now looking to recruit a number of Maintenance Engineers.You will carry out planned and reactive maintenance on the company's modern equipment while also learning to play a key role in the development and implementation of continuous improvement strategies across the manufacturing site. Your military engineering training, fault-finding ability and disciplined approach will be highly valued.This role would suit a Maintenance Engineer from an Armed Forces background looking to join an industry leading Manufacturer offering overtime and opportunities for progression.The Role: • Maintenance Engineer, • Maintenance and repair of specialist manufacturing machinery, • Ex-Forces Engineer (REME, RAF, Navy or similar), • Mechanical maintenance / fault-finding experience, • Wanting to join established company Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Bedford Salary - Negotiable DOE Monday - Friday Days Your new company: Based near Bedford, we are working with a leading company in the design, development, and manufacture of innovative equipment used in a range of industries from automotive, aerospace, rail and more! Due to increased business and continuous growth, they are now recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their design team. The Mechanical Design engineer will be part of a strong design team focused on the design development and management of manufacturing processes! If you are an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer from a strong industrial engineering background, this would be a great role for you!Key Responsibilities & Duties: • Working closely with other departments in the design of layout drawings and service diagrams, • Generating equipment layouts, with supporting mechanical documentation (service drawings, schematics, etc.), • Maintaining existing mechanical drawings and documentation, • Act as a liaison for project managers and customers to handle design, layout and service queries, • Liaise with the Drawing Office Manager for the workload to ensure project timelines are adhered to Skills & Experience required: • Experience in a similar role, within an industrial/manufacturing environment, • Experience with a relevant CAD/ AutoDesk product such as SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar, as full training will be provided., • Experience with rotating equipment/machinery, • Recognised engineering qualification or completed apprenticeship., • Ability to work to strict deadlines whilst keeping a strong quality of work. Click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us now on for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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

CNC Turner Bedford Area Day Shift or Weekend Shift Available £15 - £20 per hour (Depending on Experience) + Bonus Available Weekend Shift includes 10% allowance Full job description Our Client is a leading provider of precision engineering and manufacturing solutions, supporting high-tech industries such as aerospace, medical, and scientific research. With a state-of-the-art facility housing approximately 68 advanced machines, They deliver high-quality, complex components with speed, accuracy, and reliability. Their continued growth is driven by innovation, investment in technology, and a dedicated, skilled team** CNC Machinist / CNC Miller Programmer Job Description OverviewWe are seeking a skilled CNC Machinist / CNC Turner also position available for a CNC Miller to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical aptitude and be proficient in operating, setting and programming CNC machinery to produce high-quality components. This role requires attention to detail, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities • Being flexible to operate any of the machinery required to meet the production schedule and agreed targets, • To ensure orders are completed to the correct standard, within budget and on time to meet the company Quality Objectives, • To work from customer drawings and specifications to produce parts in accordance with our Clients Quality - Code of Practice, • Understand, interpret, and edit programs to the standard company format., • For ensuring proven programs are stored in the Seki systems DNC software file on the network, • To inspect parts following the Checking/Inspection Process, • To ensure works orders are correctly opened and closed on the company`s computerised system - ProgressPlus, • To ensure tooling is returned and maintained to tool stores, • Actively monitor working practises and provide feedback to improve efficiencies and job profitability, • Ensure adherence to Health and Safety standards, and environmental regulations in compliance with the Company policy to ensure safe working environment., • Maintain a clean and manageable work area ensuring that housekeeping standards are maintained in accordance with the Company Code of Conduct, • Undertake weekly maintenance checks of machinery and record in the machinery maintenance log, • Comply with the company Environmental and Recycling policy, • Proficient in CNC setting with Fanuc and/or Haas and/or Siemens Operating systems, • CNC Milling Experience or CNC turning experience, • Experience Setting Operating Programming on Mills or Lathes, • Proven track record to produce low volume, small batch, high precision components Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £15.00-£20.00 per hour DOE Benefits: • Company events, • Training and Progression, • Company pension, • Cycle to work scheme, • Employee discount, • Enhanced maternity leave, • Enhanced paternity leave, • Free On-site parking, • Health & wellbeing programme, • 25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays rising to 28 with length of service, • Employee Led continuous improvement bonus £1000 net awarded each quarter

We are pleased to be working with our client seeking a Engineering Procurement Manager based in Bedford for one of our clients on a permanent basis. Summary of the Procurement Manager Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 Location: Bedford Type of Contract: Permanent, 100% office based Hours: 37.5 - hour working week, Monday - Thursday Fri Benefits: 25 days holiday, Holiday Purchase from 2025, Pension Contribution 5%, Life Assurance 4 x annual basic, Employee assistance , Early finish Friday Responsibilities of the Engineering Procurement Manager • The Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing a robust procurement strategy that supports profitable project delivery, supply chain resilience, and long-term business growth, • Operating within a project-based OEM engineering environment, the role ensures early procurement engagement, cost certainty, risk mitigation, and strong supplier performance across the full project lifecycle, • Develop and implement a procurement strategy aligned with business objectives, project delivery requirements, and growth plans, • Establish and manage long-term supplier and framework agreements to improve cost competitiveness, lead time certainty, and supply resilience, • Lead supplier rationalisation initiatives and build strategic partnerships with key vendors, • Provide early procurement input during bid, tender, and engineering phases to improve cost accuracy, lead time visibility, and risk identification, • Support project teams with sourcing strategies for long-lead, high-risk, or critical components, • Ensure procurement plans are aligned with project schedules and cash flow requirements, • Drive cost-down initiatives and value engineering opportunities across the supply base, • Monitor and manage procurement-related cost performance, variations, and supplier claims, • Improve working capital outcomes through payment term negotiation, • Identify and proactively manage supply chain risks, including capacity constraints, single-source dependencies, and market volatility, • Establish procurement governance, policies, and standardised processes across projects, • Ensure compliance with contractual, quality, and regulatory requirements, • Act as the primary interface between engineering, project management, operations, and suppliers Requirements for a successful Engineering Procurement Manager • Proven experience in strategic procurement or supply chain management within a project-based OEM, engineering, manufacturing, or capital equipment environment, • Strong commercial acumen with experience negotiating complex supplier agreements, • Demonstrated ability to manage procurement across multiple concurrent projects, • Experience engaging with engineering and project teams early in the design and bid phases, • Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills, • Formal qualification in Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, or Business, • Experience implementing procurement frameworks or governance models, • Knowledge of contract law and risk management in project environments. (Desirable), • Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills, • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, • Technical aptitude for mechanical systems and pump technologies, • Strategic and commercially focused, • Proactive risk manager, • Strong negotiator and relationship builder, • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, project-driven environment. We’re an independent recruitment specialist based in Bedfordshire, supporting businesses across Bedford, Milton Keynes, and surrounding areas. We recruit for permanent, temporary, and contract roles across multiple sectors. Check out our jobs page for our latest vacancies in your area and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruitment Specialists will review your application shortly. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we can’t respond to everyone directly. If you don’t hear from us within seven days, please assume you have not been successful this time.

Senior Design Engineer Location: Bedford Type: Permanent, Full-time Hours: Office Hours, With 1pm Fri Finish Salary: Up to £52,000 Our client, a well-established engineering manufacturer, is seeking an experienced Senior Design Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a highly structured, quality-driven environment designing mechanical products from concept through to manufacture. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality mechanical design solutions, supporting both new product development and existing product improvements, while working within a regulated quality framework. Key responsibilities include: • Designing mechanical components and assemblies for manufacture and assembly, • Producing 3D models and 2D technical drawings using CAD systems (NX, Inventor, AutoCAD), • Performing engineering calculations including FEA and FMEA for performance and safety validation, • Managing design projects from concept through to production, • Supporting quotation work through layout design and technical investigation, • Driving cost-effective design through Value Analysis / Value Engineering (VAVE), • Creating technical documentation including material specifications, manuals, and reports, • Producing and maintaining Bills of Materials, • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and engineering best practice, • Working cross-functionally with internal teams, suppliers, and customers (UK and international travel may be required), • 5–10 years’ experience in a senior design role., • Minimum 5 years’ mechanical design experience in a 3D CAD environment, • Experience with FEA software preferred, • Experience in rotating machinery or similar mechanical systems desirable, • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to meet tight deadlines, • Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) preferred, • Minimum HNC / HND with relevant industry experience considered, • IEng registration desirable but not essential

CNC SetterBedford, commutable from: Kettering, Cambridge, Northampton, Luton,Milton Keynes£30,000 - £38,000 + Day Shifts (7am-3pm) + Overtime/Shift Premiums + Training + Private Health Insurance + 26 Days Holiday (+ BH)Excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC Machinist to join an innovative company during an exciting period of growth, taking on a key role in producing high-precision components for world-leading research projects.On offer is a hands-on position where you will work on unique, high-value components used to manufacture scaled models for aerodynamic testing in an industry leading facility.This company operates one of the only facilities in the world that specialises in this niche field. They are now looking for a skilled CNC Programmer/Operator to join their team and play a key part in the ongoing success and developmentof their globally recognised operation.The day-to-day responsibilities of this role includes setting and operating CNC milling machines (3, 4, and 5-axis), interpreting technical drawings, and ensuring precise machining of bespoke parts to tight tolerances.The ideal candidate will have experience with CNC setting and operation, a strong understanding of machining processes, and a high level of attention to detail. Experience with Heidenhain controls is desirable, although training can be provided for those with other control system experience.The Role:* Programming, setting, and operating 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC milling machines* Working from detailed engineering drawings and applying GD&T principles* Operating multiple machines as required to meet production schedules* Monday to Friday, days-based (38 hours per week)The Person:* Proven CNC Machinist with experience in 3- and 5-axis* Skilled in CNC setup, tooling, and workpiece preparation* HNC/HND, City & Guilds, or equivalent qualification/apprenticeship in CNC machining* Experience with Heidenhain controls desirable (training available)Reference Number: BBBH264561To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Eve Terry at Rise Technical Recruitment.Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications, and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Bedford Salary - Negotiable DOE plus shift allowance Monday-Friday double days Your new company: Based in Bedford, you will be joining an internationally renowned manufacturing business specialising in the design and production of a range of components and parts for several industries including automotive, mining, marine and more!Due to increased business and continuous growth, they are now recruiting for a CNC Seter/operator - Turner/Miller - to join their machine shop team. The CNC Setter/Operator will work on several products, setting up and operating a range of CNC and manual machinery. Key Responsibilities & Duties: • Set up CNC turning & milling machines according to engineering drawings and setup sheets., • Select and install appropriate tooling and fixtures for each job., • Operate CNC machines (Fanuc controls) to produce components to tight tolerances., • Monitor production runs, adjusting machine settings to maintain quality and efficiency., • Proven experience in CNC turnig and/or milling and machine setup., • Familiarity with Fanuc, or similar CNC controls., • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications., • Strong understanding of machining principles and tool selection. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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

Senior 3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer (3rd Line & Projects)/ Bedford / £35,000 to £38,000 per annum + Benefits Join one of the UK’s fastest-growing Managed Service Providers and take your IT career to the next level! If you’re a sharp-thinking problem solver who loves variety, teamwork, and delivering great work, this is the role for you. What You’ll Be Doing: As a Senior 3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer, you are the technical engine of the Technical Account Management team. This is not a standard "reactive" 3rd line role; while you will handle deep-level escalations, your primary focus is proactive infrastructure health and the delivery of technical projects. You will work closely with the Team Lead to ensure our clients' infrastructure is aligned with best practices and modern standards. This is a hands-on role where you will design and implement a range of IT change projects for clients in your region. You will develop and maintain relationships that our clients put trust in to deliver the solutions that their organisations need, while providing expertise-in-depth to the Service Team who escalate faults to you for resolution. Key Responsibilities of the Senior 3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer: • Infrastructure Projects: Own and execute technical projects such as server migrations, Microsoft 365 tenant-to-tenant migrations, and network refreshes., • Technical Alignment: Conduct regular technical reviews of client environments to identify risks, end-of-life hardware/software, and security gaps., • 3rd Line Support: Act as a senior escalation point for the Service Desk, resolving complex issues across virtualization, storage, and cloud platforms., • Documentation: Maintain high-quality technical documentation and "Site Files" for client environments to ensure seamless support across the business., • Minimum 3–5 years in a technical role, ideally within an MSP or a multi-site internal environment., • Proven ability to follow a project plan, meet milestones, and communicate progress clearly., • Based within a commutable distance of Bedford (for site visits and office collaboration)., • Ideally holding recognisable vendor qualifications, • Infrastructure: Expert knowledge of Windows Server (2019 onward), Active Directory/GPO, and Entra/Microsoft 365/Exchange Online., • Virtualisation: Advanced experience with VMware vSphere or Microsoft Hyper-V., • Cloud: Proven experience in Azure or AWS (migrations, environment builds, and security)., • Networking: Strong understanding of wired networking, experience with firewalls (Sophos/Fortinet/Cisco), and VPNs., • Wireless Networking: Experience with planning, deployment and surveying of wireless networks in commercial, education and/or healthcare settings with vendors like Meraki/Aruba/Ruckus, • £35000–£38000 based on experience, • 22 days annual leave, • A friendly, collaborative office culture, • Real variety — every day is different, • Opportunities for professional development, • High-quality tools & an environment that values good engineering, • Avoid the city centre traffic! We’re an ambitious, growing MSP with a passion for doing IT right. You’ll be part of a talented team that cares about quality, collaboration, and creating solutions that genuinely help our customers succeed. This is the place for you if you want: • Real influence, • Interesting technical challenges, • Supportive colleagues Apply Now for this exciting new Senior 3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer position for immediate consideration.

Are you an experienced Project Engineer who has led and ran projects from cradle to grave for new industrial machinery and equipment? We are a Bedford based original equipment manufacturer and part of a global multi-billion turnover group with a strong existing client base spanning over 50 countries. This is a brand-new role as a Project Engineer due to the demand for the development and delivery of new machines, re-engineering and product obsolescence projects. BASIC SALARY: Up to £57,000 dependant on experience BENEFITS:· 4% Company Pension· 33 Days Holiday (including Bank Holidays) LOCATION: Bedford COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Milton Keynes, Northampton, Huntingdon, Stevenage, Luton, Sandy, Biggleswade, St Neots, Ampthill, Flitwick, Wellingborough, Royston, Kettering, Leighton Buzzard. Why you should apply: · This is a brand-new role and a chance to make it your own· A chance for you to be involved with Leaner & Greener initiatives, including zeroemission and ecofriendly projects· You can take the lead and deliver major projects and contracts at a time of raid growth for the business JOB DESCRIPTION: Project Engineer - machinery, equipment, manufacturing As our new Project Engineer, you will lead the end-to-end development on engineering projects - aligning with our defined Product Roadmap. Reporting to our Engineering Manager, you'll oversee product strategy execution from conceptual design and industrialisation through manufacturing launch and ongoing delivery (the whole project). You will have an experienced Engineer to assist you in your project delivery as well as the support of the wider multi-disciplinary engineering team (mechanical, electrical, software etc). Your mission (if you choose to accept it) is to deliver the best-in-class products on time, to budget, and in line with our market’s expectations. You’ll be joining a large engineering team of 15+, delivering products that have a direct impact in making the Aviation industry greener and more sustainable. YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: Project Engineer – machinery, equipment, manufacturing · Product Roadmap Execution -translate the strategic Product Roadmap into actionable development projects - defining milestones, resources, risks, and success criteria.· Project Management - own product development from concept through commercialisation; ensure targeted objectives - cost, schedule, performance, reliability - are met.· Product Management - propose and approve the technical choices through rigorous internal processes. Contribute to cost reduction projects and reliability improvements by proposing root cause and solution.· Industrialisation Oversight - lead design transfer to manufacturing - aligning with suppliers, quality and production teams - to guarantee robust, repeatable, and scalable production. Provide an efficient Bill of Materials (BOMs) to reduce shortages and streamline production.· Delivery Management - oversee major manufacturing contracts and volume deliveries; ensure schedules, quality standards, and customer commitments are honoured. · Cross-Functional Leadership, Risk & Issue Management, Documentation & Reporting and Team Leadership YOUR BACKGROUND: Project Engineer – machinery, equipment, manufacturing Ideally, you will have: · Considerable experience with product development projects within manufacturing - ideally within heavy equipment or industrial systems but we’re open to any types of machinery.· The ability to manage product development projects: planning, execution, milestone tracking, and delivering projects to a plan.· Experience in industrialisation: design-for-manufacturability, process ramp-up, and quality controls.· Strong familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, BOM and document release control, engineering change processes, and production workflows (Works Orders).· The ability to influence, communicate at all levels and lead cross-disciplinary teams aligning stakeholders.· B.Eng or in a relevant engineering subject such as mechanical, electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing or Aerospace Engineering. COMPANY: As a business, we are over 30 years old, part of a global multi-billion turnover group and supply to over 50 countries. We have over 80 employees in the UK and design and develop a range of power units including portable pumps, DC battery units and associated power units. PROSPECTS: There are plenty of opportunities for you to evolve in the company both in the UK and internationally. We will support your growth, if you bring the strong project engineering experience from within a manufacturing environment. You’ll be surrounded by a friendly and supportive team of highly skilled Engineers in the UK and within our wider group. This is a great opportunity for you to work in a diverse and international environment in a fast-growing business that can offers lots of exciting long-term projects. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets and worked with the following products and/or services: mechanical, electrical, industrial, engineer, design, GD&T, SolidWorks, 2D, 3D, welding, fabrication, assembly, power generation, vehicle, aviation, structural, industrial, aerospace, project engineer, product engineer, product line, DFMEA, manufacturing, automotive INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: JAC18237, Wallace Hind Selection

Can you Design, implement, and maintain robust, secure, and scalable network infrastructure solutions? Are you able to ensure high availability, performance, and security of bpha's network systems while mentoring junior staff and collaborating across IT teams? Then we want to hear from you! We're looking for someone who can do all of the above and more! Take a look at our key responsibilities below, and if you think that sounds like you, why not apply! Key Responsibilities • Design and develop network architecture strategies aligned with business needs and industry standards., • Implement and manage network security measures (firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS)., • Configure and maintain routers, switches, wireless systems, and firewalls., • Deploy scalable, high-performance network solutions with minimal downtime., • Conduct regular network maintenance, updates, and upgrades., • Perform security audits and vulnerability assessments., • Respond to and mitigate network security incidents., • Automate network tasks and processes using scripting tools., • Maintain comprehensive network documentation and diagrams., • Collaborate with IT teams and third-party vendors on network-related projects., • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members., • High network uptime and minimal downtime., • Successful delivery of network projects on time and within budget., • Zero or minimal security breaches., • Positive stakeholder feedback on network performance and documentation., • Effective automation and continuous improvement of network processes., • Accurate and timely documentation updates., • Logical and analytical problem-solving skills., • Excellent communication and customer service skills., • Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects., • Strategic thinking and stakeholder management., • Adaptability and responsiveness to change., • Strong vendor relationship management., • Proven experience as a Senior Network Engineer., • Proficiency in network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF)., • Hands-on experience with Cisco, Meraki, Fortinet, NETGEAR, ZYXEL., • Experience with SD-WAN technologies and network security tools., • Strong background in Microsoft Azure and automation tools., • Windows Server administration., • Experience with Amazon AWS or other cloud platforms., • Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum) or project management (PRINCE2, APM)., • Relevant degree or equivalent experience., • Certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent (Essential).

Technical Team Lead IT Infrastructure (3rd Line & Infrastructure Projects) / Bedford / £37,000 to £45,000 per annum + Benefits Join one of the UK’s fastest-growing Managed Service Providers and take your IT career to the next level! If you’re a sharp-thinking problem solver who loves variety, teamwork, and delivering great work, this is the role for you. What You’ll Be Doing: As the Technical Team Lead, you will hold a dual-focus position. You will act as the senior technical authority and project lead for our infrastructure environments while managing a small team of engineers. This is a hands-on role where you will design and implement a range of IT change projects for clients in your region. You and your team will develop and maintain relationships that our clients put trust in to deliver the solutions that their organisations need, while providing expertise-in-depth to the Service Team who escalate faults to you for resolution. Key Responsibilities of the Technical Team Lead IT Infrastructure Role: • Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a small team of engineers. You will manage resource allocation, conduct 1-2-1s, and foster a culture of technical excellence., • 3rd Line Escalation: Act as the final point of escalation for complex infrastructure issues involving Windows Server, Virtualisation, Networking, and Cloud, • Project Engineering: Lead the end-to-end delivery of infrastructure projects (e.g., server migrations, cloud transitions, security hardening, and site decommissions)., • Technical Account Management: Build strong relationships with internal or external clients ensuring their technical roadmap aligns with business goals and that infrastructure is "fit for purpose.", • Minimum 3–5 years in a senior technical role, ideally within an MSP or a multi-site internal environment., • Previous experience managing or leading a small technical team., • Demonstrable experience delivering 3rd line IT projects on time and within budget., • Must be able to commute to our Bedford office and travel to client sites as needed., • Ideally holding recognisable vendor qualifications, • Infrastructure: Expert knowledge of Windows Server (2019 onward), Active Directory/GPO, and Entra/Microsoft 365/Exchange Online., • Virtualisation: Advanced experience with VMware vSphere or Microsoft Hyper-V., • Cloud: Proven experience in Azure or AWS (migrations, environment builds, and security)., • Networking: Strong understanding of wired networking, experience with firewalls (Sophos/Fortinet/Cisco), and VPNs., • Wireless Networking: Experience with planning, deployment and surveying of wireless networks in commercial, education and/or healthcare settings with vendors like Meraki/Aruba/Ruckus, • £37,000–£45,000 based on experience, • 22 days annual leave, • A friendly, collaborative office culture, • Real variety — every day is different, • Opportunities for professional development, • High-quality tools and an environment that values good engineering, • Avoid the city centre traffic! We’re an ambitious, growing MSP with a passion for doing IT right. You’ll be part of a talented team that cares about quality, collaboration, and creating solutions that genuinely help our customers succeed. This is the place for you if you want: • Real influence, • Interesting technical challenges, • Supportive colleagues Apply Now for this exciting new Technical Team Lead IT Infrastructure position for immediate consideration.

Vehicle Technician ?? Location: Thurleigh (suitable for candidates living in Bedford, St Neots, Northampton, Wellingborough, and Huntingdon areas)?? Salary: £41,714 per year?? Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm?? Job Type: Permanent Join a Leading Automotive Organisation We are working with a major automotive business that plays a key role in the UK vehicle supply chain. This organisation operates at scale across multiple sites and offers excellent long-term career development opportunities within a professional workshop environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Technician to join a well-established site operations team. The Role As part of an experienced workshop team, you will ensure vehicles are prepared to a high standard for customers. You will work under the guidance of the Workshop Supervisor and Manager while also being confident working independently. Key Responsibilities * Carry out general servicing on a range of vehicles * Undertake tyre fitting and replacement * Conduct road testing, ramp testing, and vehicle inspections * Perform mechanical and electrical repairs using approved methods * Diagnose vehicle faults, including electrical issues where required * Complete warranty repairs in line with manufacturer standards * Maintain high standards of workmanship and attention to detail Requirements * Previous experience in a similar Vehicle Technician position * City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3,2 or 1 * Full UK Driving Licence * Ability to work independently and make informed decisions * Willingness to support junior technicians when required * Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering quality work * Passion for the automotive industry What's on Offer * Competitive salary of £41,714 * Company pension scheme * Employee Assistance Programme * Enhanced family leave policies * Supportive team environment * Long-term career progression opportunities Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information. Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

Fitter / Site EngineerBedford & UK SitesPertemps are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing engineering business for a Fitter / Site Engineer to join their operations team on a permanent basis.This is a hands-on role offering a mix of site-based engineering work and workshop support, ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys variety, responsibility, and customer-facing work.Salary & Package • £40,000 – £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience), • Full-time, permanent position, • Company van provided, • Opportunity for site-based and workshop-based workKey Responsibilities, • Installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and rectification of engineering equipment on customer sites, • Delivery of site-based engineering works in line with project scope, safety, quality, and schedule requirements, • Fault finding and resolution of mechanical and/or electrical issues encountered during site activities, • Liaising with project managers, customers, and internal stakeholders to ensure effective delivery, • Providing engineering coverage alongside the existing Site Engineer to ensure continuity and resilience, • Supporting workshop operations during non-site periods, including:, • Assembly and production of OEM equipment, • Testing and inspection of completed assemblies, • Assisting with improvements to products and processes, • Ensuring all work complies with company, site, and customer safety standards, • Supporting documentation, standardisation, and knowledge transfer of site engineering activities, • Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across site and workshop operationsRequirements, • Engineering qualification (Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline) or equivalent practical experience, • Proven experience in site-based engineering, installation, commissioning, or field service, • Strong hands-on engineering capability with a practical, problem-solving approach, • Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues independently on site, • Experience working in customer-facing environments, • Good understanding of safety, quality, and compliance requirementsSkills & Knowledge, • Strong mechanical fitting and general engineering skills, • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and documentation, • Flexible and adaptable, able to move between site and workshop environments, • Able to work on own initiative while also contributing effectively within a team, • Reliable, resilient, and able to maintain attention to detail under pressure, • Good verbal and written communication skills, • Demonstrates honesty, integrity, and professionalism at all timesApply now or contact Pertemps for more information.

Our client is a leading a supplier for telehandlers and roto telehandlers to the construction industry and they are looking for a Workshop Manager to join their Bedford Depot and take ownership of all workshop operations. In this role, you'll report directly to the Depot Manager and lead a skilled team of Fitters and Yard Staff. You'll ensure their equipment is maintained to the highest standards, ready for hire, and fully compliant with industry regulations. From planning daily workloads to upholding safety and 5S standards, you'll play a vital role in delivering operational excellence. Workshop Manager Job Overview • Lead, manage, and develop the workshop and yard teams., • Schedule, assign, and review planned maintenance activities including PDI's, LOLER inspections, and general repairs., • Ensure timely turnaround of equipment to meet customer demand., • Maintain strong workshop stock control and ordering processes., • Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement., • Coordinate with Depot and National Operations Managers to maximize fleet availability., • Deputise for the Depot Manager when required.Workshop Manager Job Requirements, • City & Guilds/NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plant Maintenance (or equivalent) preferably, • Broad knowledge of plant equipment and maintenance techniques., • Proven experience in workshop leadership., • Strong problem-solving and communication skills., • Excellent organisational and time management abilities., • IT-literate and confident in using workshop systems., • A valid UK driving licence (max 3 points)., • A proactive, resilient attitude to changing priorities., • An ability to coach and motivate others., • Strong analytical thinking and decision-making skills.Workshop Manager Salary & Benefits, • £45,000-£50,000 salary dependant on experience, • 45 hour week, • Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • An extra day off for your birthday, • A great team environment with career progression

Permanent Full time (37 hours per week) £34,440pa + £2,000pa essential car user allowance People first. Homes second. Empathy always. At bpha, we know that keeping a home isn't always easy. Life happens - and when it does, the right support can make all the difference. That's where our Tenancy Sustainment Officers come in. This role is all about people. You'll work closely with customers who are facing complex challenges, helping them stay safe, secure, and supported in their homes. If you're someone who leads with empathy, listens without judgement, and wants to make a real difference every day, this could be the role for you. What the role is really about You'll support customers who need a bit more help to manage their tenancy - often because of things like mental health challenges, substance misuse, safeguarding concerns, or other life pressures. Day to day, you'll: • Build strong, trusting relationships with customers, • Take time to understand what's going on in their lives, • Create practical, person-centred support plans, • Help manage tenancy issues before they become crises, • Work alongside colleagues and partner organisations so customers get joined-up support Transferable skills welcome We're keen to hear from people who have experience supporting individuals with complex needs, building trust, managing risk, and helping others make positive changes in their lives. If you're used to working in a person-centred way, handling safeguarding concerns, and supporting people through challenging situations, many of your skills will transfer really well into this role. Experience in housing, tenancy support or neighbourhood-based roles would be beneficial, but it isn't essential. We're happy to support the right person to learn the housing side of the role. Who we're looking for You'll be a great fit if you: • Genuinely care about people and treat everyone with respect, • Are a good listener and clear communicator, • Can stay calm and supportive in difficult situations, • Are organised enough to manage a busy caseload, • Feel confident working independently but enjoy being part of a team You'll also need: • A full driving licence and access to your own car At bpha, our values guide how we work every day: • We take responsibility - we do what we say we'll do, • We show empathy - we listen, respect and understand, • We're better together - we support each other and work as one We review applications as they are received and reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Role: Service Desk Manager Location: On-site in Bedford, Weekly travel to London (1-2 days)Salary: Up to £45,000 per annumType: Full-time, Permanent The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Service Desk Manager to lead our client's MSP service desk operation, based onsite in Bedford with regular travel to our London office. This role is primarily operational, focused on the day-to-day management, performance and delivery of IT support services across 1st-3rd line. You will be responsible for leading a team of 15 engineers, ensuring service excellence, strong SLA performance and a consistently high standard of customer support. Reporting directly to the Head of Operations, you will work closely with our Customer Success Managers and internal technical teams to align service delivery with customer expectations and business objectives. Key Responsibilities • Full ownership of daily service desk operations within an MSP environment, • Direct line management, mentoring and development of 15 service desk engineers (1st-3rd line), • Oversight of ticket queues, prioritisation, escalations and workload distribution, • Management of incident, problem and major incident processes, acting as an escalation point, • Ensuring all services are delivered in line with SLAs, KPIs and contractual commitments, • Regular collaboration with Customer Success Managers to support customer satisfaction and retention, • Performance management including 1:1s, appraisals, coaching and development plans, • Recruitment, onboarding and training of new team members, • Producing operational reporting and contributing to service reviews, • Driving continuous improvement across processes, tooling and team capability, • Proven experience as a Service Desk Manager or IT Support Manager within an MSP / managed services environment, • Strong operational leadership experience managing medium-sized service desk teams, • Background overseeing 1st-3rd line support functions, • Solid technical foundation enabling effective escalation management, • Experience working with ITSM tools, SLAs and service performance reporting, • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work closely with internal stakeholders, • ITIL certification or strong ITIL-aligned working practices, • Salary of up to £45,000 per annum, • Private healthcare, • Private dental care, • Company pension scheme, • Life assurance, • Generous annual leave entitlement, • Employee assistance programme (EAP), • Ongoing training and professional development, • Permanent, full-time position, • Key leadership role within a growing MSP, • Close collaboration with senior operations leadership Apply today to find out more about this opportunity.

Infrastructure Delivery Manager | Bedford | Up to £55K & Great Benefits Lead. Deliver. Make an Impact. Are you an experienced Project Manager ready to step into a bigger leadership role? Do you thrive in a fast-moving environment where no two days are the same? If you’re confident overseeing a portfolio of short-term data cabling, electrical, access control or CCTV infrastructure projects — and you know how to bring out the best in a busy delivery team — this is your next career opportunity. We’re looking for a proactive and organised Delivery Manager to play a key part in our continued success and outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure changes on time, safely, and to the highest standards. This is your chance to join a respected, growing organisation where your leadership truly shapes team culture, client satisfaction, and project outcomes. Key Responsibilities of the Infrastructure Delivery Manager: • Lead and support a team of Project Managers working across multiple, short-lived projects, • Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to exceptional quality standards, • Collaborate closely with Sales and Operations to align scheduling, resources, and priorities, • Maintain clear project planning, documentation, and communication throughout the delivery process, • Oversee on-site quality control and health & safety compliance, • Conduct regular 1:1s and drive a positive, accountable team culture, • Monitor project performance using in-house software and present key statistics to the management team, • Build strong professional relationships with clients, resolving issues effectively and identifying commercial opportunities, • Escalate resource or performance concerns where needed, • Ensure accurate and timely reporting and adherence to company policies Essential Skills & Experience • Proven project management experience in structured cabling infrastructure, • NVQ or equivalent in Structured Cabling Installations, • Experience managing a busy team delivering multiple short-term projects, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to adapt to shifting priorities, • Calm, methodical leadership style that inspires high performance, • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset, • Exceptional quality standards and a commitment to safe working practices, • Flexible attitude with willingness to travel, • Full, clean UK driving licence, • GCSEs (A*–C) in Maths and English, • PMP / PRINCE2 certification, • Business or Management qualification, • Be part of a respected business with a reputation for excellence, • Step into a role with genuine career development opportunities, • Lead a skilled, dedicated team that delivers essential infrastructure across the UK, • Work closely with senior leadership and influence future success If you’re motivated by high-quality project delivery, building strong teams, and ensuring clients get the best service every time — we want to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your project management career.

Automation Engineer An exciting opportunity for an experienced Automation Engineer to work on high-speed, custom-built special purpose machinery, supporting projects from concept through to installation and commissioning at customer sites worldwide.This is a hands-on role covering PLC, HMI, motion control and safety systems, with a strong focus on Siemens S7 and/or Rockwell ControlLogix platforms.You’ll take ownership of automation solutions end-to-end, from control strategy and software development through to commissioning and final handover.The role involves close collaboration with electrical design, manufacturing, and service teams, as well as regular interaction with customers. Intermittent international travel is required (approximately 4–5 trips per year) to support installations, upgrades, and troubleshooting.Key Responsibilities • Develop PLC, HMI and motion control software for special-purpose machinery, • Produce control plans, specifications, and FAT documentation, • Support manufacturing, engineering queries, and quality issues, • Carry out installation, commissioning, and fault-finding at customer sites, • Provide remote programming and commissioning support when requiredKey Requirements, • Strong experience with electrical control systems for special-purpose machinery, • PLC programming experience (Siemens S7 and/or Rockwell / Allen-Bradley), • Motion control and servo systems experience, • Safety PLC design and commissioning experience, • Knowledge of safety equipment and relevant standards, • Experience commissioning machinery to FAT protocols, • Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with end usersDesirable:, • Experience supporting SIL-rated safety circuit design, • Siemens Sinamics or Rockwell motion platforms (Studio 5000, Kinetix), • Vision system setup and integration, • Knowledge of Python, C++ or JavaScript

Job Title: Fire Alarm Engineer Location: Cambridge and surrounding areas About Us: Join a leading company in the fire and security sector, known for delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions. We are committed to ensuring safety and security for our clients through top-notch service and maintenance of fire and security systems. Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled Service and Fire Engineer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for servicing intruder alarms and fire systems, performing small works, and ensuring excellent customer service. This role requires a proactive individual with a strong background in fire and security systems. Key Responsibilities: • Service and maintain intruder alarms and fire systems., • Conduct small works, including replacing like-for-like equipment., • Represent the company professionally, delivering outstanding customer service., • Proven experience as a Service Engineer in the fire and security sector., • Strong background in servicing and maintaining fire panels and security systems., • Experience working in commercial environments., • Excellent customer service and communication skills., • Experience with fire safety inspections and compliance checks., • Familiarity with working in high-end contracts and housing associations., • Competitive salary and benefits package., • Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 600 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. The Role: This role will be part of our BlueBear Business in Bedfordshire. This Deputy Head of Electronics position will assist in leading the electronics design and prototyping department, guiding overall design and a supporting management of a team of electronic engineers. This role is suited to a person with extensive experience in detailed electronic design, strong leadership capability, and extensive knowledge of safety- and mission-critical development environments, including DO-254 compliance and controlled design documentation processes. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Management: • Guide, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of electronic engineers (8-10 staff) across multiple programmes., • Define team objectives and performance goals aligned with business needs., • Own and drive the electronic hardware designs for specific projects, implementing full design lifecycle from requirements capture through to production release., • Lead detailed design activities for digital, mixed-signal, Application Processor and FPGA-based, and high-reliability systems., • Act as one of the organisational Subject Matter Expert for DO-254 processes, standards, and industry best practice., • Maintain design assurance processes and verification traceability across safety-critical electronics developments., • Work cross-functionally with Systems Engineering, Software, Mechanical, Test, and Programme Management teams to ensure aligned delivery., • Support bid development, cost estimation, design planning, and reporting to internal and customer stakeholders. Essential: • Strong project and programme management experience., • 10-12 years experience in electronics hardware design across digital and mixed signal systems, • Experience applying and designing to DO-254, • At least 3 years of extensive wiring and PCB rework experience., • Significant expertise in detailed electronics hardware design., • Detailed understanding of the electronics manufacturing processes, • Excellent attention to detail., • Process driven, ability to read legislation and implement processes to ensure adherence., • Experience managing 5+ complex projects/programmes at a time with many stakeholders., • Excellent time management/prioritisation skills, • Highly organised and able to work multi projects in fast paced environment, • Adaptable personality with professional approach, • Leading a team, • Good verbal and written communication skills, • Excellent organisation skills, • Conscientious, with a proactive work ethic Desirable: • Experience working on many projects at once and managing your time effectively., • Experience of interfacing with subcontractors, • Experience writing VHDL or Verilog, • Experience writing embedded C and Python Subject to UK MoD security clearance vetting to a minimum SC level As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

Fitter / Mechanic (Specialist Training Provided)£32,000 - £35,000 + Overtime + Vehicle + Training + Progression + Company BenefitsCommutable from Bedford, Luton, Leighton Buzzard, Dunstable, Biggleswade, Cranfield, Wootton, Flitwick, Ampthill.Are you a Fitter or Mechanic with experience working on 2/4 stroke engines, looking to further your career with a nationwide company that will put you through specialist training to become a fully fledged Mobile Plant Fitter?On offer is an exciting opportunity to develop your skillset and work on a wide range of heavy mobile plant equipment in a Monday to Friday-based position with no weekend work.In this role, you will cover a local patch servicing and maintaining a variety of machinery and equipment across multiple sites in a local area.The company has an excellent reputation for looking after its staff, providing excellent training, future progression, great work-life balance and an array of company benefits.This role would suit a Vehicle Mechanic or Engineer with a strong understanding of 2-stroke / 4-stroke engines looking to move into a varied mobile role.The Role: • Fault find, service and repair a wide range of light to heavy plant equipment., • Cover a local patch with no staying away overnight., • Fitter / Mechanic., • Full UK Driving License. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping the future of agricultural robotics and automation? This is your chance to join a forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of innovation, working on groundbreaking projects that will transform the agricultural sector. As a Robotics and Automation Lead, you will have the opportunity to influence strategy, build impactful partnerships, and contribute to cutting-edge developments in robotics and autonomy. With a competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000 and the flexibility of remote working, this role offers a unique blend of leadership, technical expertise, and strategic impact. What You Will Do: • Lead and develop a specialist team of robotics and airborne platform engineers to deliver high-quality, customer-responsive services., • Monitor trends in agricultural robotics and autonomy, translating insights into actionable strategies for innovative businesses., • Act as a subject matter expert in robotics and autonomy, overseeing key capabilities such as mobile robotic systems, UAV platforms, and simulation environments., • Provide technical leadership on projects, ensuring feasibility and alignment with goals while supporting SMEs through structured development plans., • Build strong relationships with industry stakeholders, guiding organisations through validation, demonstration, and scale-up pathways. What You Will Bring: • A strong background in robotics, autonomy, or mechatronics with hands-on deployment experience., • Demonstrated senior-level technical leadership and a systems engineering mindset., • Practical knowledge of robotics tools and frameworks such as ROS2, Python, and simulation environments like CarMaker., • Experience with robotics hardware integration and airborne robotics systems., • A full UK driving licence and an understanding of the UK robotics ecosystem. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in enabling SMEs to transform innovative concepts into field-ready technologies, directly contributing to the advancement of agricultural automation. The company takes pride in fostering collaboration between industry, academia, and policymakers, ensuring that its capabilities align with real-world needs and drive impactful change. Location: This role is primarily remote, with regular travel to key innovation hubs in York, Telford, Cranfield, and Edinburgh. Interested?: Don't miss this opportunity to lead the charge in agricultural robotics and automation. Apply today to make your mark in a fast-growing, strategically important sector! Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

I'm currently recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer to join a leading food manufacturer with sites across the UK and Ireland, employing over 5,000 people, and supplying high-quality beef, lamb, and pork to retailers and foodservice providers worldwide. With a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and growth, it offers exciting opportunities to be part of a business that's driving excellence in the global food industry. You'll be working Monday to Friday during the day, with lots of overtime available! What you'll do: • Tackle equipment breakdowns head-on and keep downtime to a minimum, • Carry out preventative maintenance that ensures smooth operations, • Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical challenges with confidence, • A BTEC/C&G in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification, • 18th Edition training (advantageous), • Post-apprenticeship experience in food manufacturing or previous work in a food production environment (desirable), • Proven work experience in a similar maintenance role (essential), • Competence working with electricity and carrying out electrical work safely, • Strong experience in problem-solving and troubleshooting electrical issues through to resolution, • Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise workloads effectively to meet deadlines, • Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, • Be part of a forward-thinking food manufacturing company where your expertise makes a real impact, • Ongoing training & career development opportunities, • Competitive pay, great benefits, and job security Give me a call! Whether you're already hooked or fancy knowing just that little bit more. You can reach me, Ben at or email me at . You can also drop me a message on LinkedIn if that's easier. Don't worry about having an up-to-date CV, we can sort that out later.

Electrical Technician (Mon-Fri, Days)£35'000 - £36'000 + Bonus + Overtime + Company Benefits PackageBedford (Commutable from: Milton Keynes, Bletchley, Leighton Buzzard, Dunstable, Luton, Hitchin, Letchworth Garden City, Sandy) Are you a Level 3 qualified Electrical Technician looking for a Monday-Friday, day-based role with a company that invests in your growth and progression? This is a fantastic opportunity to join an industry-leading organisation, providing internal progression opportunities and optional overtime paid at premium rates. You'll maintain and repair a range of electrical and mechanical equipment within an FMCG environment, developing both your electrical and mechanical expertise. Working as part of a close-knit maintenance team, you'll provide PPMs, reactive maintenance, and support site improvements, with the chance for further career development as well as progression into senior maintenance roles. This is your chance to join a well-established organisation with a strong reputation for staff development, career progression and long-term retention, while working in a varied and rewarding environment. The Role: • Working Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4pm, with overtime potential paid at time and a half, • Training and development to progress your electrical and mechanical skills, • Level 3 Electrical qualification, • Holding 18th Edition Certification Please click "Apply Now" or contact Ben Dunsford at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Drainage EngineerLocation: BedfordSalary: £32,000 - £40,000 plus benefits I am recruiting for a Drainage Engineer to join a growing consultancy in Bedford. This is an excellent opportunity for a Drainage Engineer looking to build strong technical foundations while working on a varied portfolio of residential and mixed-use development projects within a supportive civil engineering team. This Drainage Engineer role focuses on delivering drainage and flood risk solutions from planning through to detailed design. As a Drainage Engineer, you will prepare drainage strategies, contribute to Flood Risk Assessments and support the development of site layouts and masterplans. You will work closely with civil engineers, planners and external consultants, gaining exposure across multiple project stages and developing strong client-facing skills. Key Responsibilities* Produce surface water and foul water drainage strategies for planning submissions* Support the preparation of Flood Risk Assessments* Model drainage networks using MicroDrainage or Flow* Provide drainage input into site layouts and masterplanning* Liaise with clients, third party consultants and local authority officers* Manage multiple live projects and contribute to coordinated delivery About You* Degree qualified or equivalent experience in civil engineering or a related discipline* Good understanding of UK drainage standards, guidance and best practice* Confident using MicroDrainage or Flow, AutoCAD or MicroStation* Experience preparing drainage strategies or drainage design reports* Strong communication skills with confidence in client interaction* Proactive, organised and keen to progress within a supportive team Why ApplyThis Drainage Engineer position offers structured development, hybrid working and long term progression. The salary on offer is £32,000 - £40,000 plus benefits, including profit share, pension, life assurance, healthcare, CPD support and a positive work life balance culture. Eligibility to ApplyApplicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years recruitment experience.

Job Description Be all you can be with Hamberley At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something ‘Extra Special, Every Day’ and we're seeking a Maintenance Assistant to help us achieve our goals. Joining us at Richmond Manor, our luxury care home that provides residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the health and well-being of our residents. Reporting to the Maintenance Officer, the maintenance team makes sure that we have a clean and well-maintained environment so that residents feel at home and staff can do their jobs well. We offer our colleagues • A competitive salary and benefits package, • 4 weeks holiday plus Bank Holidays (this will be on a pro-rota basis), • Quality-linked bonus scheme - A performance bonus tied to our CQC/CI quality rating, rewarding you for helping us deliver outstanding care., • Workplace pension for your future security, • A true team culture - A collaborative, encouraging working environment where kindness, respect, and professional pride are at the heart of everything we do, • Excellent training and career development opportunities, • Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health and wellbeing support services, • Everyday saving perks - Access to a wide range of retail discounts and savings, • Free on-site parking, • Ensure the home and grounds are kept in a good state of repair and residents have access to all appropriate areas, • Compliance with Health and Safety legislation throughout the home, including reporting of H&S incidents, • Carry out day to day repairs and some refurbishment activity to maintain standards in the care home, • Actively engage with staff, relatives and families as part of the care home team and regularly engage with residents, • Ensuring that regular safety checks and servicing is carried out on all equipment and accurate records are kept. About You: • Proven experience in maintenance and repair work, • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, • Ability to operate hand and power tools safely and effectively, • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, • Able to demonstrate Health and Safety awareness through discussion, • To share our values and demonstrate them at all times Due to the high level of interest we anticipate for this role, we may close this advert earlier than the stated closing date to manage applications effectively. If you’re interested in joining us at Hamberley, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. About RIchmond Manor Richmond Manor is a luxurious care home in Ampthill, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes – offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. From the deluxe picture house – where we screen classic films – to the on-site luxury spa – offering hairdressing, manicures and relaxing therapies – everything has been designed and finished with the care and attention you would expect from a 5-star hotel. Hamberley People We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of something special. Be part of Hamberley.

Field Service Engineer Location: Outskirts of Bedford Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Salary: TBC Our client is a leading manufacturer supplying customers across beverage, food, logistics and general manufacturing sectors. They are seeking a qualified Multi Skilled Field Service Engineer to join their service team supporting installations, commissioning, maintenance and repair activities across the UK & Ireland. Key Responsibilities • Installation, commissioning, repair and refurbishment of packaging machinery, • Electrical and mechanical fault finding and repair, • Reading and interpreting electrical diagrams, • On-site customer support and technical troubleshooting, • Completion of service reports and documentation, • Occasional travel overseas for training and machine testing, • Qualified Multi Skilled Engineer (Mechanical and/or Electrical), • Ability to read electrical diagrams and fault find from them, • Strong mechanical fault finding and repair skills, • Good diagnostic and problem-solving ability, • Basic PLC fault finding knowledge, • Willingness to travel across the UK & Ireland, • Willingness to stay away from home (typically up to 5 days, occasionally longer), • Flexible approach to working hours, • Full clean driving licence, • Competent in MS Office, • Strong communication and report writing skills, • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, • Previous Field Service experience, • Knowledge of end-of-line packaging machinery, • Experience with Siemens S7, TIA Portal and/or Allen Bradley platforms, • Knowledge of servo drives and inverter drives, • Overtime paid door-to-door outside of normal working hours, • Ongoing training and development provided

Behaviour Mentor - Bedford As a Behaviour Mentor in Bedford, you will work closely with pupils who need targeted behaviour support. You'll play a key role in promoting positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and engagement within the education & training environment. The Ideal candidate: • Have experience supporting children or young people with behavioural needs, • Be calm, patient, resilient, and empathetic, • Demonstrate strong communication and relationship-building skills, • Be passionate about working within the education & training sector Education & Training Sector Salary: £27,000 - £28,000 per annum Contract: Full-Time Key Responsibilities: • Providing 1:1 and small group behaviour support., • Supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs, • Implementing behaviour strategies and intervention plans within education and training, • Working closely with teachers, SEN staff, and external professionals, • Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence, and engagement with learning, • Salary of £27,000 - £28,000, depending on experience, • Ongoing training and professional development in education and training, • A welcoming and collaborative staff team, • A fulfilling Behaviour Mentor role where no two days are the same If you're looking for a meaningful Behaviour Mentor role in Bedford, we'd love to hear from you.

Learning and Development roles in Bedford Primary schools Tick Education are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Learning and Developmentprofessional to lead and support staff development across our school. This role plays a key part in ensuring that all staff have access to high-quality training and professional learning that supports both individual growth and whole-school improvement. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leaders to identify development needs, coordinate training programmes, and help foster a strong culture of continuous professional learning. Key Responsibilities for Learning and Development roles in Bedford Primary schools: • Coordinate and deliver learning and development activities for teaching and support staff, • Identify training needs through performance reviews, school priorities, and statutory requirements, • Support the planning and delivery of CPD, INSET days, and induction programmes, • Maintain accurate records of training, qualifications, and compliance, • Experience in learning and development, training, HR, or education (school-based experience desirable), • Strong organisational and communication skills, • The ability to plan, coordinate, and evaluate training effectively, • Confidence working with staff at all levels, • A commitment to inclusive practice and continuous improvement, • Knowledge of safeguarding, compliance, and statutory training requirements (desirable) Why Tick Education Tick Education supply compliant and committed teaching staff across Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire, Buckinghamshire, and Hertfordshire. Tick Education have over 60 years’ experience in the education recruitment sector and draw from a wealth of industry knowledge. When working in Learning and Development roles in Bedford Primary schools you can expect a personalised service, a dedicated consultant and a variety of roles. We develop excellent relationships with our candidates and clients alike. Our experience has given us a real understanding of our clients’ needs and what our candidates value most. Safeguarding Tick Education have a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Each applicant will be subject to stringent vetting and safeguarding checks. All our positions involve regulated activity with children. When appointing individuals to engage in regulated activity with children, the correct pre-appointment checks are carried out to help identify whether a person may be unsuitable to work with children. So how do I apply? To find out more about our roles then please get in touch today and send in your CV. We will give you a call and set up a registration with you where we will discuss your requirements. Alternatively go to our websit and click the “Apply” button.

Maths Teacher - BedfordLong-Term Cover | ASAP Start | Until End of July We are currently seeking a committed and enthusiastic Maths Teacher to join a secondary school in Bedford on a long-term cover basis, starting as soon as possible and continuing until the end of July. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school with a supportive and hands-on Senior Leadership Team, where staff are valued and well supported in their roles. The Role: * Teaching Mathematics across Key Stages 3 and 4 * Planning and delivering high-quality, engaging lessons * Differentiating to meet the needs of all learners * Assessing and monitoring student progress * Contributing positively to the wider school community The Ideal Candidate Will: * Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification * Have proven UK teaching experience, ideally within secondary schools * Have experience teaching Maths at KS3 and KS4 * Be confident with behaviour management and classroom organisation * Be reliable, adaptable, and committed to achieving strong outcomes for students Essential Requirements: * Must have the Right to Work in the UK * Must have UK teaching experience If you are an experienced Maths teacher available for an immediate start and looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity in Bedford, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for more information.

Project Manager – Residential Development Location: Bedfordshire (Site-based) About MCR Property Group MCR Property Group is a leading independent real estate investment and development company with a strong UK presence, operating from offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham and Glasgow. Our core focus is the delivery of high-quality residential and industrial developments alongside the active management of a diverse, multi-sector property portfolio. This currently includes approximately 5,000 residential plots and commercial and industrial assets in excess of £2 billion in value. We are entering an exciting phase of sustained growth and are seeking talented, motivated and commercially minded professionals who share our passion for real estate and long-term value creation. Joining MCR means becoming part of a business that rewards initiative, supports development and offers genuine career progression. The Role We are currently seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to join our team, based on a major development site in Bedfordshire. This is a standout opportunity to take a leading role within a fast-paced, thriving business that is continuing to scale nationally. You will be instrumental in delivering complex residential projects while developing your career within a highly ambitious and well-capitalised property group. As our Project Manager, you will take full ownership of the successful delivery of large-scale residential developments, from pre-construction through to completion and handover. Reporting directly to the Construction Director, you will provide strong leadership on site, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards. You will be responsible for driving performance across all disciplines, coordinating internal teams and external partners, and acting as a key point of contact for senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities The role will involve developing and maintaining comprehensive project programmes, budgets and resource plans to ensure effective delivery from inception through to completion. Strong leadership will be required to coordinate and motivate project teams, including site management, subcontractors, consultants and suppliers, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and high performance. Full responsibility will be taken for managing all subcontract packages throughout the construction lifecycle, ensuring commercial, contractual and programme obligations are achieved. Health and safety standards must be owned and upheld at all times, ensuring full compliance with legislation, company policy and industry best practice. The design process will be overseen from RIBA Stage 3 through to Stage 6, embedding buildability, cost efficiency and quality across all stages of delivery. Rigorous quality assurance procedures will be implemented to ensure all works meet regulatory requirements, design intent and MCR’s internal standards. Project costs will be actively controlled, with expenditure monitored against budgets, variations managed effectively and value-engineering opportunities identified without compromising quality or safety. Potential project risks will be proactively identified, with mitigation strategies developed and implemented to protect programme certainty, commercial performance and delivery outcomes. Clear and professional communication will be maintained with internal and external stakeholders, providing regular progress updates and responding promptly to queries, changes or emerging issues. Project schedules and critical milestones will be managed closely to ensure agreed completion dates are consistently achieved. Procurement of materials, plant and equipment will be coordinated to support programme certainty, quality standards and commercial efficiency. Contracts with subcontractors, suppliers and consultants will be reviewed, negotiated and administered in line with project and company requirements. All construction activities will be delivered in compliance with relevant legislation, building regulations, planning conditions and statutory obligations. The position will report directly to the Construction Director, providing accurate project reporting, forecasts and performance updates. Requirements A degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline is preferred. You will have proven experience operating as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager within residential development, with strong exposure to high-rise schemes. You will be confident using construction management software and project reporting tools. You will demonstrate excellent commercial awareness, problem-solving capability and sound decision-making under pressure. You will possess exceptional communication skills, with the ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders and represent the business professionally. Please note: this role is site-based / office-based and does not offer hybrid or remote working.

Project Manager – Residential Development Location: Bedfordshire (Site-based) About MCR Property Group MCR Property Group is a leading independent real estate investment and development company with a strong UK presence, operating from offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham and Glasgow. Our core focus is the delivery of high-quality residential and industrial developments alongside the active management of a diverse, multi-sector property portfolio. This currently includes approximately 5,000 residential plots and commercial and industrial assets in excess of £2 billion in value. We are entering an exciting phase of sustained growth and are seeking talented, motivated and commercially minded professionals who share our passion for real estate and long-term value creation. Joining MCR means becoming part of a business that rewards initiative, supports development and offers genuine career progression. The Role We are currently seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to join our team, based on a major development site in Bedfordshire. This is a standout opportunity to take a leading role within a fast-paced, thriving business that is continuing to scale nationally. You will be instrumental in delivering complex residential projects while developing your career within a highly ambitious and well-capitalised property group. As our Project Manager, you will take full ownership of the successful delivery of large-scale residential developments, from pre-construction through to completion and handover. Reporting directly to the Construction Director, you will provide strong leadership on site, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards. You will be responsible for driving performance across all disciplines, coordinating internal teams and external partners, and acting as a key point of contact for senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities The role will involve developing and maintaining comprehensive project programmes, budgets and resource plans to ensure effective delivery from inception through to completion. Strong leadership will be required to coordinate and motivate project teams, including site management, subcontractors, consultants and suppliers, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and high performance. Full responsibility will be taken for managing all subcontract packages throughout the construction lifecycle, ensuring commercial, contractual and programme obligations are achieved. Health and safety standards must be owned and upheld at all times, ensuring full compliance with legislation, company policy and industry best practice. The design process will be overseen from RIBA Stage 3 through to Stage 6, embedding buildability, cost efficiency and quality across all stages of delivery. Rigorous quality assurance procedures will be implemented to ensure all works meet regulatory requirements, design intent and MCR’s internal standards. Project costs will be actively controlled, with expenditure monitored against budgets, variations managed effectively and value-engineering opportunities identified without compromising quality or safety. Potential project risks will be proactively identified, with mitigation strategies developed and implemented to protect programme certainty, commercial performance and delivery outcomes. Clear and professional communication will be maintained with internal and external stakeholders, providing regular progress updates and responding promptly to queries, changes or emerging issues. Project schedules and critical milestones will be managed closely to ensure agreed completion dates are consistently achieved. Procurement of materials, plant and equipment will be coordinated to support programme certainty, quality standards and commercial efficiency. Contracts with subcontractors, suppliers and consultants will be reviewed, negotiated and administered in line with project and company requirements. All construction activities will be delivered in compliance with relevant legislation, building regulations, planning conditions and statutory obligations. The position will report directly to the Construction Director, providing accurate project reporting, forecasts and performance updates. Requirements A degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline is preferred. You will have proven experience operating as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager within residential development, with strong exposure to high-rise schemes. You will be confident using construction management software and project reporting tools. You will demonstrate excellent commercial awareness, problem-solving capability and sound decision-making under pressure. You will possess exceptional communication skills, with the ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders and represent the business professionally. Please note: this role is site-based / office-based and does not offer hybrid or remote working.

Are you an experienced affordable housing development professional looking for your next challenge? bpha is seeking a dynamic and skilled Head of Development Delivery to lead our delivery and aftercare teams. In this pivotal role, you'll ensure the successful delivery of our ambitious new homes programme on time, on budget, and to the highest standards of quality and customer care. You'll work closely with colleagues in our New Business team to ensure seamless project transitions and compliance with internal processes. This is a varied and challenging role, demanding a blend of leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to service excellence. Based from our offices in Bedford, you'll combine office and home working flexibility in line with our hybrid approach. There will be travel required with this role to visit sites under construction. Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage the delivery and aftercare teams for new build development programmes within the affordable housing sector. * Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high standards of quality and customer satisfaction. * Oversee compliance with key legislation, funding, and regulatory requirements (including Homes England). * Provide accurate and timely management information and reports on programme delivery and performance. * Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth project handovers and adherence to internal processes. * Analyse financial appraisals and produce complex management reports. * Oversee site visits and ensure health & safety (including CDM) compliance. * Support and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. About You Essential: * Extensive experience managing the delivery of new build development programmes within the affordable housing sector. * Proven experience in leading and managing teams. * Strong knowledge of Homes England funding and compliance requirements. * Ability to provide accurate management information and performance reports. * Proficient in financial appraisal software and databases (experience with ProVal and SDS Sequel advantageous). * Sound working knowledge of construction, planning, and legal matters relating to site acquisition and delivery. * Working knowledge of health & safety and CDM compliance. Desirable: * Experience working within a housing association or similar environment. * Relevant professional qualification or membership (e.g., CIH, RICS). * Experience with stakeholder engagement and partnership working. Our Values At bpha, we: • Take responsibility and do what we say we will., • Show empathy, respect, and listen to colleagues and customers., • Work better together, valuing diversity and collaboration. You'll be part of a supportive, ambitious team committed to making a difference for our residents and communities. We offer opportunities for professional growth and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects. Please note that applications will be reviewed as received and bpha reserves the right to close applications prior to the advertised closing date upon identification of a suitable candidate. Early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment.

Your new companyYou'll be joining a Tier 1 contractor operating within the highways sector. They deliver major civils projects nationwide with stable project pipelines and excellent opportunities for long-term progression. Due to an increase in workload and new schemes commencing, they are now seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join on a long-term temporary basis.Your new roleAs a Quantity Surveyor, you will support highways projects across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas. You will work predominantly on-site (4 days per week) and may have the opportunity to move across different live projects as required. Key responsibilities include managing large subcontract packages, assisting with forecasting, carrying out take-offs, and managing compensation events under NEC contracts. You will ensure commercial compliance throughout the full project lifecycle.What you'll need to succeed • Proven experience working for a Tier 1 contractor, • Strong Quantity Surveying background within highways, • Experience primarily focused on large subcontract package management, • Ability to assist with forecasting, • Ability to undertake accurate take-offs, • Clear and practical understanding of compensation event management, • Solid working knowledge of NEC3/4, • Long-term temporary assignment, • Competitive day rate, • Immediate start, • Flexibility to work across multiple sites and projects 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

Learning Support Assistant (SEMH Focus) Reed Education – Secondary School, Milton KeynesFull-Time | Long-Term | Start After the Easter Break£90–£110 per day (experience dependent) Reed Education are supporting a welcoming secondary school in Milton Keynes who are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant with a strong SEMH background to join their team after the Easter break. This is a full-time, long-term role offering consistency and the opportunity to make a real difference. The Role You’ll work closely with students who require additional SEMH support, delivering 1:1 and small-group interventions. Your support will help pupils regulate emotions, re-engage with learning, and build positive relationships throughout the school day. Desirable Skills & Background • Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs, • Experience in either mainstream schools or specialist SEMH provisions, • Confidence working with behavioural and emotional needs, • Understanding of behaviour regulation strategies, • Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures, • A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement, • Access to ongoing CPD through the Reed Learning Hub, • Competitive daily pay, paid weekly Apply today through Reed Education to be considered.

Learning Support Assistant - Specialist Provision for Young Women (SEMH / SEND)Role: SEND Learning Support Assistant (LSA)Key Stage: KS3 / KS4Start Date: March 2026Location: BedfordshireAre you a patient, resilient and compassionate Learning Support Assistant looking for a deeply rewarding role? Do you have the confidence and emotional intelligence to support young women who have experienced significant trauma and adversity?If you're passionate about helping every learner feel safe, supported and able to access education, we'd love to hear from you.Aspire People is working in partnership with a highly specialised provision in Bedfordshire, dedicated to supporting young women who are currently unable to attend mainstream education. These students have experienced various forms of disruption in their early lives, which often present as strong emotional, behavioural and attachment needs, as well as a mistrust of authority figures.Class sizes are small (maximum of 10 students) and individual ability levels vary depending on personal circumstances. As an LSA, you will play a vital role in helping students regulate their emotions, engage with learning and build positive relationships. You will work closely with teaching and pastoral staff to provide consistent, calm and nurturing support throughout the school day.________________________________________What We're Looking ForWe are seeking a dedicated and empathetic Learning Support Assistant who can offer: Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND or trauma-related needs The ability to support learning both in and out of the classroom, including one-to-one and small group work A calm, emotionally attuned approach to behaviour and regulation The confidence to set and maintain clear, supportive boundaries A willingness to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team A valid driving licence (essential, due to the location of the provision)________________________________________Why Join This School? Be part of a warm, close-knit and supportive team Work in small classes where you can make a genuine difference every day Take on a role that is challenging, meaningful and highly rewarding Access ongoing training, CPD and professional support through the school and Aspire PeopleThis is more than just a support role - it's an opportunity to help some of the most vulnerable young women feel safe, valued and ready to learn again.If you're ready to make a real impact, apply today or call Aspire People on to find out more.Aspire People Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and suitable references.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

SEN Teaching Assistants in Bedford Tick Education are seeking dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants in Bedford to join our supportive team. You will work closely with teachers and the SENCo to support pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them to access learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential. This is a rewarding role for someone who is patient, adaptable, and passionate about making a positive difference in children’s lives. Key Responsibilities for SEN Teaching Assistants in Bedford • Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN (including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties), • Support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development, • Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and support strategies, • Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment, • Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, and external professionals, • Experience working with children or young people with SEN (desirable but not essential), • A caring, patient, and resilient approach, • Strong communication and teamwork skills, • The ability to adapt support to meet individual needs Tick Education supply compliant and committed teaching staff across Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire, Buckinghamshire, and Hertfordshire. Tick Education have a combined 60 years’ experience in the education recruitment sector and draw from a wealth of industry knowledge. SEN Teaching Assistants in Bedford can expect a personalised service, a dedicated consultant, and a variety of roles. We develop excellent relationships with our candidates and clients alike. Our experience has given us a real understanding of our clients’ needs and what our candidates value most. Safeguarding Tick Education have a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Each applicant will be subject to stringent vetting and safeguarding checks. All our positions involve regulated activity with children. When appointing individuals to engage in regulated activity with children, the correct pre-appointment checks are carried out to help identify whether a person may be unsuitable to work with children. So how do I apply? To find out more get in touch today and send in your CV. We will give you a call and set up a registration with you, where we will discuss your requirements, compliance and pay rates. Click the “Apply” button, alternatively contact details can be found on our website.

Part-Time Design Technology Teacher (KS3) Northampton | Immediate Start | Temporary, Ongoing | Competitive Pay Reed Education are supporting a forward-thinking secondary school in Northampton seeking a part-time DT teacher to start immediately. This is an ongoing temporary role teaching KS3 only, offering flexibility and a supportive working environment. What Makes This Role Stand Out • KS3 only – no exam class pressure, • Well-resourced DT department with strong support, • Flexibility across Textiles, Product Design, or Food Technology, • QTS or relevant teaching qualification, • Confident delivering practical KS3 lessons, • Strong behaviour management and creativity, • Competitive weekly pay, • Dedicated consultant support If you’re available immediately and want a role where your creativity is valued, submit your application and we’ll arrange an interview.