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This role is advert is on behalf of Pullman Rail, a subsidiary of Transport for Wales. Closing Date: 07/04/2026 Permanent Opportunity Equal Opportunities At Pullman Rail we value diversity. It makes us stronger, helps us understand our customers better, make better decisions and be more innovative. Everyone’s different and has their own perspective so we’re building a diverse team that mirrors the communities we serve. Through this we’re determined to be one of Wales' leading inclusive employers. Who we are At Pullman Rail (part of the Transport for Wales family), we’re on a mission to be the engineering and overhaul partner of choice to the UK Transport Network. From our facility in South Wales, we provide comprehensive services including vehicle overhauls, heavy maintenance, component repairs and system upgrades to a large proportion of the UK rail fleet. And we have exciting plans to diversify into the wider transport market as part of our growth strategy. We’re an open and inclusive place to work, where everyone is welcome and our people are supported to reach their full potential. We want to create an environment where our people can grow and succeed. This is key to enabling us to deliver on our ambition to grow our services and support the transformation happening across the Public Sector transport industry. Role responsibilities We are seeking a Project Manager (Rolling Stock / Rail Vehicle Overhaul) to join our Production team. Reporting to the Head of Production, the post holder will be responsible for the mobilisation and end-to-end delivery of Heavy Maintenance and Rolling Stock Overhaul projects at our Cardiff facility. The role is accountable for ensuring projects are delivered safely, compliantly, on time and within budget, while meeting customer, contractual and business requirements. Acting as the central point of accountability, the Project Manager will lead project planning, governance, stakeholder engagement and performance management throughout the full project lifecycle. This is a customer-facing role, working closely with Train Operating Companies (TOCs), Rolling Stock Owning Companies (ROSCOs) and internal production and support teams to drive successful outcomes and continuous improvement. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Safety and Ethics – Support the Pullman Rail SHEQ strategy and ensure full compliance with safety, health, environmental and quality requirements, championing a strong safety culture across all project activities. Delivery and Excellence – Deliver projects to agreed time, cost and quality targets, driving efficiency, margin performance and customer satisfaction. Project Leadership and Governance – Lead the planning, execution and control of rolling stock overhaul and heavy maintenance projects, translating contract scope into lifecycle delivery plans, programmes and resource plans. Financial and Commercial Control – Manage project budgets, cost forecasts and margin trackers, identifying risks, opportunities and corrective actions, and supporting tendering and change management activities. Performance and Reporting – Set and monitor project KPIs, prepare dashboards and status reports, and provide clear insights to internal and external stakeholders. Collaboration and Customers – Act as the primary customer interface, building strong relationships and working closely with production, engineering and support functions to ensure safe and effective delivery. Risk and Change Management – Identify, manage and mitigate project and health & safety risks, escalating issues as appropriate and supporting controlled implementation of project change. People and Capability – Work with operational and training teams to ensure appropriate resources, competencies and skills are in place, and capture lessons learned to support continuous improvement. Who we’re looking for A candidate with proven project management experience within an engineering, manufacturing or other safety-critical environment, ideally within rail or rolling stock overhaul. Someone with a degree in engineering or a related discipline, or a recognised project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2 or equivalent). An individual with strong knowledge of project planning, cost control, maintenance and overhaul processes, and the ability to manage complex delivery programmes. A confident communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills, capable of working effectively with customers, suppliers and multi-disciplinary internal teams. A commercially aware professional with a strong focus on delivery, continuous improvement and customer value. A collaborative team player who can also work independently, using sound judgement to resolve issues in a fast-paced operational environment. Welsh Language Skills The ability to speak/write Welsh would make a great addition to your application, but it is not essential for this role. Next steps Does this role sound like the opportunity you are looking for? Do you want to find out more? This advert will close at midnight on the day of the application closing date stated above. We do encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Note that you must hold the permanent right to work in the UK. We are not currently able to provide sponsorship.

The Project Manager will support the programme and project leads in defining the strategy, translating the strategy into the Transformation programme, defining the scope and objectives of projects, financial business cases, KPIs and the setup of the execution plan. A job opportunity has arisen for

Payroll Project Support Cardiff, Hybrid (3 days in office after probation) £17.00 - £20.00 Per Hour + Holiday Pay 5-month temporary / fixed-term contract initially (with potential to extend or become permanent) An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Payroll Project Support professional to join a highly respected organisation operating across England and Wales during a significant business-wide transformation programme. This organisation is currently undergoing a period of major change and growth, including the implementation of a state-of-the-art integrated HR and Payroll system. With approximately 1,000 employees across three payrolls, the business is embarking on a project to streamline and consolidate payroll processes, creating an exciting opportunity for a payroll professional to play a key role in this transformation. This role sits within the payroll team and will work closely with the Finance Director and Payroll Transformation Manager, supporting the implementation of a new HR/Payroll and Time & Attendance system. Its an exce...

A global professional services company in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Digital Risk and Compliance Professional.

The role involves conducting financial analyses, developing strategies for enhancing enterprise value, and leveraging digital finance solutions.

A global professional services company in Wales seeks a professional to join their Risk & Compliance practice, focusing on transforming Financial Crime and Fraud functions.As a part of the team, you will design and implement AML, CLM, and fraud management solutions using advanced technology and AI/M

Accenture is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion, or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic, or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender i

Talent 4 Good are working with a a leading profit for good health and wellbeing provider to recruit Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of technology-enabled transformation projects across the business.

Robert Half is supporting a leading insurance client in the search for an experienced Enterprise Business Architect / Senior Change Manager to join a major transformation programme.

Hays are now looking for an IT Operations Manager (Service Delivery) for one of our local clients: Location: Once a week in Cardiff, 4 days WFH / potentially remote Contract: £475 per day Duration: 6-month contract Role OverviewThe Interim IT Operations Manager will take end‑to‑end ownership of day‑to‑day IT operations, with a strong focus on service delivery (80%) alongside hands‑on BAU infrastructure support (20%). The role exists to stabilise IT operations, introduce clear workload visibility, improve prioritisation, and create capacity for ongoing transformation programmes. You'll provide leadership across service delivery, infrastructure, applications, and service desk teams, ensuring operational discipline while also contributing technically where required. Key Responsibilities Lead day‑to‑day IT operations, ensuring effective service delivery and smooth BAU running. Implement structure, workload visibility, and prioritisation across all IT teams. Oversee and support teams covering applications, automation, infrastructure/cloud, and service desk. Provide hands‑on support for BAU infrastructure tasks when required. Improve operational stability and remove blockers to transformation and strategic projects. Address networking capability gaps and strengthen operational processes. Work closely with the Head of IT to enable them to focus on architecture, InfoSec, and data initiatives. Skills & Experience Strong background in Service Delivery Proven senior‑level experience in IT operations or infrastructure leadership roles. Comfortable with hands‑on BAU technical work while leading teams and setting direction. Ability to introduce structure, operational discipline, and clear prioritisation in busy IT environments. Experience managing multi‑disciplinary teams (service desk, infrastructure, applications). If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email a copy of your CV to 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 (url removed)

Your new company An excellent job opportunity has arisen for a Release Manager to join a highly established and rapidly expanding financial services organisation based in South Wales. The organisation is in an ambitious period of change and transformation, so this role offers great scope for career progression plus the opportunity to work on several interesting projects. This position offers hybrid working and can be based at either the central Cardiff or Newport offices. Your new role The Release Manager will take responsibility for governing, coordinating, and assuring the end‑to‑end "route to live" for all IT and business change deliveries, including infrastructure updates, development, application releases, and changes that are delivered by third parties. This is a newly created position that requires an experienced Release Manager to bring structure, guidance and influence to a maturing release governance function. You will take ownership for the Release Management Framework, implementing consistent processes to ensure that all business, technical, and operational readiness activities are completed before deployment to ensure successful releases. You will liaise closely with both the Business Change and IT teams to ensure successful releases, working with a range of senior stakeholders and colleagues including the Portfolio Manager, Project Managers, Architecture, Application Support, Testing, and multiple third parties. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate the following: A proven track record of having worked as a Release Manager Significant experience in Release Management or Environment Management roles Strong technical knowledge of multi‑system, multi‑vendor IT landscapes Experience coordinating releases across multiple teams and third‑party suppliers Understanding of SDLC, DevOps, change management, and testing processes Proven ability to manage risk, issues, and conflict Excellent senior stakeholder management and communication skills Experience working as a Release Manager in a Financial Services organisation or other high regulated environment would be an advantage If you hold an ITIL certification this would also be an advantage although not essential What you'll get in return The organisation offers a great working environment plus a benefits package that includes: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Additional day's annual leave on birthday Option to purchase extra annual leave (up to 5 days) 35 hour working week Competitive pension scheme 4X life assurance Private healthcare scheme (after one years' service) Employee Assistance Programme Health and wellbeing benefits including eye tests Staff Socials Training and development opportunities City centre location Hybrid/flexible workingWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. 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 (url removed)

Payroll Project Support Location: Cardiff, Hybrid (3 days in office after probation) Pay: £17.00 - £20.00 per hour + holiday pay Contract: 5-month fixed-term (potential to extend or go permanent) Are you a payroll professional looking to take your experience to the next level? We’re seeking a motivated Payroll Project Support specialist to join a highly respected organisation during a major transformation programme. This is your chance to be part of a high-profile project, helping to implement a new integrated HR and Payroll system and streamline payroll processes across three payrolls. You’ll work closely with the Finance Director and Payroll Transformation Manager, making a real impact on the business and adding valuable project experience to your CV. What You’ll Do Support the payroll team throughout the HR/Payroll system implementation Prepare, clean, and migrate payroll data accurately Help consolidate three existing payrolls into one efficient process Assist with testing, reporting, and process improvements Support project-related tasks and payroll documentation About You We’re looking for someone with energy, attention to detail, and a genuine interest in contributing to a meaningful project. You’ll ideally have: Payroll experience in a medium or large organisation Strong Excel skills and excellent accuracy Experience handling high volumes of payroll data Experience with Sage Payroll (a big plus) A proactive approach and ability to adapt during change A positive mindset and desire to make a difference Why This Role? Be part of a major transformation project with exposure to a large-scale payroll integration Work within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation Hybrid working: 3 days in-office, 2 days from home Opportunity for the role to extend or become permanent Gain valuable systems implementation experience for your CV If you’re ready to contribute to something impactful and immediately available (or on short notice), we’d love to hear from you

A job opportunity has arisen for a Transformation Project Manager to join a highly established and rapidly expanding organisation that is based near Cardiff. This role will initially be a fixed-term-contract for 12 months, with the possibility to become permanent after this period. The Project Manager will play a key role in driving the organisation's growth and transformation strategic priorities. You will ensure that all projects and programmes have sufficient processes and governance, whilst liaising with a range of key stakeholders (both internal and external stakeholders.) The Project Manager will support the programme and project leads in defining the strategy, translating the strategy into the Transformation programme, defining the scope and objectives of projects, financial business cases, KPIs and the setup of the execution plan. You will also help to ensure the execution through robust processes and governance, identification of risks and the tracking of programme process. You will support analysis and the presentation of business cases to senior leadership teams where required. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate the following: Project Management experience Knowledge of project controls, management, and governance Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills MS Office suite knowledge Experience with change management practice is desirable, as is a degree or similar further education qualificationThis position offers a great working environment, excellent scope for career progression plus a benefits package that includes: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pension scheme Annual pay reviews Life assurance plan Free on-site car parking Discounted gym membership Subsidised onsite canteen Onsite occupational health service Local discounts Salary sacrifice schemes (includes cycle to work schemes, car lease schemes, and computer schemes) Health cash planIf you would like to discuss this position in more detail, please apply with an updated CV. 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 (url removed)

Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a permanent Finance Transformation Manager to join a dynamic organisation based in north Cardiff. The Finance Transformation Manager is responsible for designing, governing, and embedding the core capabilities that underpin a modern finance function. It als

Your new company As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, this organisation delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive.They are a fast-growing firm with huge ambitions.They have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the mi

A global health technology leader is seeking a Project Manager for its Finance PMO team in Didcot, UK.

An international consulting firm is seeking a talented individual to join their Health Solutions Team, focusing on digital transformation in healthcare. Candidates should have a clinical background and a proven record in managing large-scale transformation projects in healthcare settings.

Ein internationales Beratungsunternehmen sucht einen (Senior) Manager im Bereich SAP CO, um die digitale Transformation im Rechnungswesen zu gestalten.

Senior Manager – FP&A Transformation (Consulting). SystemsAccountants is partnered with a leading Finance Transformation consulting organisation who seek an experienced Senior Manager with deep expertise in FP&A process design, operating model optimisation and performance management. Strong FP&A f

We advise, implement, and operate transformational solutions that create world-class business capabilities across organisations. At Deloitte, you'll be joining a highly skilled and diverse Oracle Finance Transformation team within our leading Oracle Delivery Services practice. Proven track record in

A global medical products company is seeking a strategic Project Manager to lead complex global technology initiatives.

Indirect Category Manager - Procurement Transformation - IT & Indirects - £60k + Car - Chesterfield or Bristol. I am working exclusively with a high growth, sustainability focused manufacturing business to appoint a Strategic Procurement Manager into a newly created role. The position sits at the c

The Demobilisation Manager will be managed by a Senior Demobilisation Manager and will not have line management responsibilities. Provide regular reports, metrics and status updates to the Senior Demobilisation Manager and programme boards. The Demobilisation Team sits in the Property Transformation

A leading consultancy firm in the United Kingdom is seeking exceptional SAP leaders to manage large-scale transformation programmes.

Ready to lead this transformation program? Apply now to become the Continuous Improvement Transformation Manager. This role could also suit a production manager, quality manager, or process manager. As Continuous Improvement Transformation Manager, you won't be observing from the sidelines; you'll b

A leading consulting firm is looking for a Digital Manufacturing Manager to spearhead solutions in the United Kingdom.

A leading energy organization is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Project Manager to lead a strategic improvement transformation workstream.

We are hiring for an experienced project manager with a background in delivering Microsoft-related digital transformation projects. Project managers are encouraged to experiment, iterate, and lead with confidence in a supportive environment. As a Project Manager youll be part of a team that celebr

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Senior Business Development Manager – HMRC Tax Policy & Transformation. We are seeking a Senior Business Development Manager (BDM) who will play a pivotal role within Fujitsu’s HMRC Business Unit, leading the development and execution of strategies that support HMRC’s Tax Policy and Transforma

The Project Manager, Finance Transformation will be instrumental in the delivery of key projects within WPPs global finance transformation roadmap. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to drive the successful execution of critical finance transformation initiatives across WPPs global ne

Marc Daniels are working with a well-known company who are looking for a Finance Transformation Manager to join their dynamic team on a 12-month FTC based in West London. Collaborate with senior leadership within a centralised Finance function to align on transformation priorities. ACA/ACCA/CIMA qua

Our organisation’s strategy is to be a market leader in technology-enabled business transformation. We are recruiting experienced professionals to provide leadership and expertise in the delivery of complex Oracle-based transformation programmes. The organisation offers an environment where you ca

A leading financial systems recruitment company is looking for a Unit4 Systems Manager to lead the enhancement of its finance system.

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A prestigious recruitment consultancy is seeking an experienced IT Manager to oversee IT services at a leading manufacturing site in Glasgow. You'll ensure the smooth operation of IT applications, lead a dynamic team and drive digital transformation.

As a Digital Manufacturing Manager, you are responsible for leading small consulting teams to design and implement and develop Digital Manufacturing solutions.

A major UK organisation is seeking an Applications Manager to lead a multi-disciplinary team in Sunderland. This position also supports significant transformation programmes, including large-scale migrations and ensuring high standards across various processes.

We help clients utilise technology to support their workforce, organisation, and HR Transformations. Sophia, Technology & Transformation. Overall, your experience should include contribution to large scale organisation transformation programmes, ideally using traditional and/or agile methodologies.

Supporting organisations in developing actionable transformation programmes for the organisations, and navigating cyber transformation to support new, digitally enabled business models. Christian, Technology and Transformation. Gurpal, Technology and Transformation.

Academy Transformation Trust (ATT) is a family of 22 academies united by a belief in the transformative power of education. As a Regional Estates Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring our academies provide safe, compliant and inspiring environments for learning. Regional Estates Manager (N

Job DescriptionYour new companyAs one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, this organisation delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive.They are a fast-growing firm with huge ambitions.They have a clear goal to become the premium adv

The Catering Manager will lead the catering team, manage the catering service, and ensure a cost-effective and quality service for students.