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Role: Senior EHS Business Partner Salary: £70,000 Location: Oxford Exclusive opportunity - Carriera Carriera is working exclusively with a world-leading scientific and technology institute to appoint experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Officers for a highly advanced pharmaceutical and biotechnology environment in Oxford. Our client is a mission-driven organisation focused on translating scientific discovery into real-world impact. Its multidisciplinary teams of scientists, engineers, technologists, and innovators are addressing some of the most complex global challenges across health and medical science, food security, climate change, and advanced technologies. This is an organisation defined by ambition, pace, and purpose. We are seeking established EHS professionals to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering a robust health, safety, and environmental strategy within a regulated, high-risk environment. This role offers genuine influence, visibility, and the opportunity to embed a culture of safety and continuous improvement at scale. The Role You will take a lead role in driving EHS compliance and best practice across laboratories, R&D, manufacturing, and facilities, ensuring the highest standards of safety, sustainability, and operational excellence. Key responsibilities include: • Maintaining site-wide health and safety policies aligned with UK legislation and industry best practice (HSE, COSHH, MHRA, COMAH), • Leading and supporting risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations across all operational areas, • Ensuring compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act and COSHH regulations, • Partnering with QA, Facilities, Manufacturing, R&D, and HR to embed EHS into day-to-day operations and projects, • Delivering EHS training, inductions, and refresher programmes for employees and contractors, • Managing biological, chemical, radiological, and ergonomic risks typical of pharmaceutical and biotech environments, • Monitoring, reporting, and improving safety KPIs and performance metrics, • Supporting and representing the organisation during external audits and regulatory inspections (HSE, MHRA, Environment Agency), • Contributing to environmental and sustainability initiatives including waste management, energy efficiency, and permitting About You This role will suit a confident, hands-on EHS professional with experience operating in regulated, complex environments. Essential: • Formal qualification in Occupational Health & Safety (or equivalent), • Minimum 5 years' experience in a health and safety leadership role within pharmaceutical, biotech, or similarly regulated industries, • Strong working knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and laboratory/manufacturing risk management, • Experience with biosafety and GM regulations Desirable: • Experience working in GxP environments and with regulatory frameworks (MHRA, EMA, FDA), • Exposure to environmental compliance and sustainability programmes Package & Benefits • Competitive salary + travel allowance + bonus, • Enhanced annual leave, • Pension, • Life assurance & income protection, • Private medical insurance, • Hospital cash plan, • Therapy and wellbeing services, • PerkBox benefits, • Electric car scheme Equal Opportunities Statement Carriera Limited is committed to promoting diversity and equality. We welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments or additional arrangements to support your application. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. When advertising permanent vacancies, we act as an Employment Agency; for temporary vacancies, we act as an Employment Business under the Conduct Regulations 2003. All applications will be handled in strict confidence and in accordance with our privacy policy, If you're an EHS professional looking to make a meaningful impact within a world-class scientific environment, please apply directly and Alex Harcombe from Carriera would welcome a confidential discussion.

HSE Manager Job Summary Altrad are currently on the lookout for a HSE Manager to guide, develop, and maintain effective health, safety, and environmental programs. This role ensures all health, safety, and environmental practices comply with laws and company policies. The HSE Manager leads inspections, trains staff, investigates incidents, and creates a culture of safety across the organisation. Key Deliverables: Key requirements: • Develop and maintain health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures, • Assess risks and identify hazards in the workplace, • Lead regular workplace inspections and audits to ensure compliance, • Provide health, safety, and environmental training for employees, • Review and investigate accidents, incidents, or near-misses, • Prepare and submit reports to management and authorities as required, • Monitor compliance with health, safety, and environmental laws and regulations, • Suggest improvements to reduce risks and hazards, • Advise managers on best practices concerning health, safety, and environment, • Coordinate emergency response plans and drills, • Ensure safe waste management and proper handling of chemicals or hazardous materials, • Keep updated with new safety regulations and company standards, • Collaborate with external agencies and regulatory bodies during inspections or audits, • Maintain accurate records of safety activities and incidents, • Promote a strong safety culture across the organization, • Ability & drive to promote awareness of and ensure site wide application of company and client HS&E policies and procedures., • Bachelor’s degree, NEBOSH General Certificate/National Diploma or equivalent in occupational health and safety, environmental science, engineering, or a related field, • Proven experience in health, safety, and environmental roles, preferably in a supervisory position, • Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental laws and regulations, • Strong skills in risk assessment and hazard identification, • Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver safety training, • Strong communication skills and attention to detail, • Ability to investigate incidents and write clear, factual reports, • Organizational and problem-solving abilities, • Proficient in using computers and standard office software, • Relevant safety certifications are preferred About Us We are the leading provider of infrastructure services. At Altrad, we transform our nation’s critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably. With over 11,000 talented people, we provide the full spectrum of critical engineering and construction services for industries both onshore and offshore. Join a Leading Organisation in the Nuclear Industry. Why Join Us? Work on high-impact projects within a leading organisation at the forefront of the nuclear industry. • Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for career growth and professional development. Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence. *We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive. If you require any adjustments at any stage – including interviews or assessments, please let us know. We’re happy to discuss what would help you take part fully

Assistant Air Quality Consultant Location: Oxford (Hybrid working available) Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 (dependent on experience) About A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Air Quality Consultant to join a well-established, employee-owned environmental consultancy based in Oxford. This is an exciting time to join the team as the company continues to grow, delivering innovative and high-quality solutions across a diverse range of environmental challenges. The successful candidate will be joining a friendly, supportive team of experts working on projects across the UK and internationally. You’ll gain exposure to a wide variety of sectors including construction, industrial, waste management, planning and local authorities, with hands-on experience in ambient and indoor air quality monitoring, dust and odour assessments, and air dispersion modelling. The role offers full training and clear progression pathways, with structured development plans to support your journey from Assistant to Associate and beyond. You'll have opportunities to contribute to impactful projects that support public health, environmental protection and sustainable development. Key Responsibilities: Undertake air dispersion modelling using ADMS Roads and ADMS 5 software. Assist in the delivery of air quality, climate change, dust and odour assessments for a variety of clients and projects. Prepare high-quality technical reports for planning submissions and regulatory compliance. Conduct site visits and monitoring surveys when required, including the deployment and maintenance of monitoring equipment. Collect, interpret and analyse environmental and meteorological data. Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and local authorities where appropriate.Candidate Requirements: A degree (or higher) in Environmental Science, Atmospheric Science, Chemistry, Meteorology, Geography, or a related discipline. A full UK driving licence (essential). Some level of experience / internship working for an Environmental Consultancy..What’s On Offer: Competitive starting salary, reviewed annually. Generous employer pension contributions. Annual company profit-sharing scheme. Private healthcare and wellbeing support. Hybrid and flexible working options. Career development and support with professional memberships (e.g. IAQM, IES). A friendly and inclusive work environment in a company owned and shaped by its employees.Whether you’re a recent graduate or you’ve had some initial industry experience, this is an excellent opportunity to kick-start your consultancy career in a supportive, purpose-driven business. Interested? Contact Charlotte Lavender at Aztrum to apply or learn more about this and other roles in the air quality and environmental consultancy sector

HSE Manager Location: Oxfordshire Salary: Competitive + Benefits Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent Overview An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced HSE Manager to lead, develop, and continuously improve health, safety, and environmental systems within a dynamic organisation. This role is responsible for ensuring full compliance with all relevant legislation, industry standards, and internal policies while driving a proactive safety culture across the business. The successful candidate will oversee workplace inspections, employee training, incident investigations, and strategic HSE initiatives to support operational excellence and workforce wellbeing. Key Responsibilities Develop, implement, and maintain robust health, safety, and environmental policies, procedures, and management systems Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and hazard identification activities across operational areas Lead regular site inspections, audits, and compliance reviews to ensure adherence to legal and organisational standards Deliver engaging HSE training programs and toolbox talks to employees at all levels Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses, producing detailed reports and corrective action plans Prepare and submit required HSE documentation and reports to senior management and regulatory bodies Monitor changes in legislation and ensure business practices remain compliant with current health, safety, and environmental regulations Recommend and implement continuous improvement strategies to minimise workplace risks and hazards Provide expert guidance to managers and teams on HSE best practices Coordinate emergency response procedures, drills, and crisis preparedness plans Oversee safe waste disposal processes and the handling, storage, and control of hazardous substances Maintain accurate records of inspections, incidents, audits, and training activities Liaise with external inspectors, clients, and regulatory authorities during audits and compliance reviews Champion a positive, company-wide culture of health, safety, and environmental awareness Support the consistent application of company and client HSE policies across all sites Candidate Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline NEBOSH General Certificate, NEBOSH National Diploma, or equivalent professional qualification Proven experience within health, safety, and environmental roles, ideally in a supervisory or management capacity Strong working knowledge of current HSE legislation, standards, and compliance requirements Demonstrable expertise in risk assessment, hazard identification, and incident investigation Experience designing and delivering effective HSE training programs Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong report-writing ability High level of organisational skill, attention to detail, and problem-solving capability Proficient in Microsoft Office and standard business software systems Additional relevant health and safety certifications would be advantageous What’s on Offer Competitive salary package Opportunity to lead and shape HSE strategy within a growing organisation Professional development and career progression opportunities Collaborative and safety-focused working environment If you are a driven HSE professional looking to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking organisation, we would welcome your application

We have a fantastic opportunity to join Thames Water as a Mechanical Technician to be based at our wastewater treatment site on the outskirts of Oxford. You will be working in a newly created frontline support team of technicians responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations and improvements of wastewater treatment processes for the project upgrade within the Thames Valley North Area of Waste & Bioresources Operations. You will also investigate plant failures and carry out repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible to avoid interruptions to the process. As the Mechanical Technician, your role will be to ensure that all equipment at our wastewater Treatment sites is running safely and efficiently using proactive and reactive maintenance methods. You will inspect, maintain, fault diagnose, test, install, modify or repair mechanical equipment. You will also investigate plant failures and carry out repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible to avoid interruptions to the process. Provide technical advice, referring to up-to-date technical knowledge, and provide training or support for technical trainees if required. If this is you, we are looking for someone to join our Operations Team in Wastewater who offers a brilliant opportunity for you to establish a career with Thames Water in frontline operations. What you’ll be doing as the Mechanical Technician Carrying out scheduled planned maintenance work on mechanical equipment in compliance with company standards and procedures, ensuring we continuously improve the mechanical asset base. Maintaining technical equipment such as Pumps, Chemical dosing, gearboxes, High-pressure systems, Gas Systems, Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems, Valves, Motors, Generators, Drive Belts, Conveyors, and associated control gear, automatic valves and penstocks. Investigating plant failures and carrying out repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible to avoid interruptions to the process. This may involve investigating and diagnosing complex faults and carrying out repairs during incidents. Providing technical advice to the wider team, referring to up-to-date technical knowledge, and providing training or support for technical trainees if required. Complete Lifting Operations safely as per LOLER regs. Supporting the Design and Build of new processes. Proactively review the health and availability of assets on site. Ensure all relevant training, including mechanical and maintenance training, is up to date. Always working safely and complying with all Health and Safety guidance and procedures.Base Location: Oxford Sewage Treatment Works, OX4 4YU. Working Pattern: During your initial training period (estimated between six months and 12 months), you will work 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 7:30 AM to 3:36 PM. Following this training phase, you will transition to a rotating shift pattern that includes Monday to Sunday - early, day, late, and night shifts, for which you will receive additional payment. All PPE and tools are provided. What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are: You should be a time-served apprentice with significant experience in mechanical systems. With NVQ or C&G level 3 in mechanical engineering. Experience working on large industrial plant equipment, including various pumps within the utility industry, would be beneficial. Knowledge and awareness of health and safety issues are essential. A valid driving license is essential. Participation in a 24/7 out-of-hours standby rota will be required after a suitable period of training and assessment, for which you will receive additional payment.What’s in it for you? Competitive salary up to £39,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience. Standby rota payments & Overtime opportunities can increase this earning potential by up to a further £8,000-£10,000 per annum upon completion of essential company training. Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 days with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays) Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment) Who are we? We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job, and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values. Working at Thames Water Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no two days are the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more. We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We’re here to help and support. When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment

Senior Decommissioning Manager - Major Nuclear Programme Abingdon / Culham £56-61 per hour (Inside IR35) Hybrid Working 12 Month+ Contract Are you an experienced decommissioning leader with a track record of shaping strategy on complex nuclear or highly regulated infrastructure programmes? We're supporting a major UK programme at UKAEA Culham that is entering a critical new phase of strategic planning and programme delivery - and we're looking for a Senior Decommissioning Manager to help drive it forward. This is a high-impact role sitting at the heart of a nationally significant decommissioning programme, supporting senior leadership with strategic decision-making, delivery planning, commercial strategy, and long-term hazard reduction objectives. You'll play a key role in helping shape how one of the UK's most complex decommissioning challenges is approached over the coming years. The Opportunity The programme is transitioning from concept strategy into tranche-based delivery planning and optioneering, tackling major strategic questions around: Tokamak decommissioning strategy Asset repurposing ILW treatment and storage approaches Waste facility planning Commercial delivery models Long-term site and infrastructure decisionsWorking closely with programme leadership and the Engineering Integration Manager, you'll provide expert insight, challenge assumptions, evaluate delivery strategies, and help ensure the programme remains commercially sound, regulatorily compliant, and strategically aligned. What You'll Be Doing Reviewing and critiquing programme delivery strategies, risks, assumptions, and dependencies Supporting development of integrated decommissioning and commercial strategies Advising on delivery models, contract packaging, and procurement approaches Helping shape tranche-based programme plans and future decision points Providing expert guidance on complex strategic and technical challenges Supporting programme governance, escalation routes, and strategic artefacts Advising on compliance, CDM delivery, SHE culture, and industry best practice Bringing lessons learned from major decommissioning and infrastructure programmes What We're Looking For We're keen to speak with professionals who have: Extensive experience in large-scale decommissioning, nuclear, infrastructure, or complex engineering programmes Strong strategic planning and programme leadership capability Experience with delivery model assessments and Public Procurement Act considerations Knowledge of CDM regulations and regulated site delivery Strong commercial awareness and project financial management experience Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills A background in project management, engineering, construction, or programme leadershipDesirable: Nuclear decommissioning programme experience Procurement and contract management expertise Experience within UK regulated environmentsRequirements Degree qualified in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or similar experience Professional Project Management qualification (APM, PMP or equivalent) Contract Details Location: Culham / Abingdon Hybrid: 2-3 days per week on site Rate: £56-61/hour (Inside IR35) Duration: 12 months+ Start: Late June / ASAP This is an outstanding opportunity to influence the future direction of a nationally important programme while working alongside some of the industry's leading specialists in decommissioning and programme strategy. Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion

Role: Production Supervisor / Shift Production Manager / Production Leader Salary: £47,000 - £48,000 per annum + overtime at enhanced rates (£52k - £54k potential with overtime) + up to 10% company pension (15% total from you and company) + life assurance + 25 days holiday + bank holidays + ongoing development opportunities and more. Hours: DAYS ONLY – 6am till 6pm on a Panama style shift pattern Location: Commutable from Oxford, Abingdon, Didcot, Witney, Bicester, Banbury, Reading, Newbury, Swindon and surrounding areas Company We are currently recruiting for an exciting Production Supervisor / Shift Production Manager opportunity within a well-established and highly respected heavy manufacturing business. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives within a smaller team environment and enjoys taking real ownership and responsibility within a manufacturing operation. This is not a role where you will simply blend into the background; you will be trusted, relied upon and given the opportunity to make a genuine impact on-site every single day. At times, you will be the most senior person on-site and will act as the eyes and ears for the Plant Manager. Therefore, we are looking for someone with strong leadership ability, excellent communication skills, confidence in decision making, and the ability to hold their own in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The environment is of a heavier nature, therefore candidates from heavy manufacturing, engineering, production, processing, FMCG or similar backgrounds would be highly advantageous. However, this company is ultimately looking for the right person, attitude and leadership qualities above all else, who is phased by the environment. This role will suit someone who is hands-on, proactive, driven, enjoys responsibility and genuinely wants the opportunity to lead, influence and improve operations within a highly visible leadership role. Responsibilities This role is responsible for overseeing Production operations on shift, ensuring the safe, efficient and effective running of the manufacturing operation at all times. Responsibilities include: Leading and motivating Production teams to achieve production targets and KPIs Driving Health & Safety standards and ensuring compliance across site Managing labour resource and supporting operational performance Leading toolbox talks, communication meetings and one-to-ones Supporting continuous improvements and operational efficiencies Managing production quality, output and waste reduction Working closely with Maintenance Engineering and other departments Supporting investigations, incident management and problem solving Ensuring effective communication between shifts and departments Acting as a key support and trusted partner to the Plant Manager This role requires a visible and hands-on leadership style with strong people management and communication skills throughout. Requirements Experienced leader or supervisor within Manufacturing, Production, Heavy Industry, Engineering, Warehouse, Industrial or similar environments Strong people management and leadership ability Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing with people at all levels Able to work within a fast-paced and demanding manufacturing environment Comfortable taking responsibility and ownership on shift Hands-on, physically fit/able, and proactive approach to leadership Strong problem-solving ability and decision-making skills Experience within heavy manufacturing or industrial environments is advantageous but not essential IOSH or similar Health & Safety qualifications would be beneficial Experience of continuous improvements, performance management and driving standards would be advantageous If this role sounds of interest, please apply now and send your most up to date CV to Wesley at TechNichols Resourcing to be considered. Or contact TechNichols Resourcing and speak with Wesley for further information. We will endeavour to get back to all applicants but if you have not heard back within 5 working days unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful

We are currently seeking to appoint a number of HGV drivers with waste and aggregates experience and in particular this role will incorporate cover for multiple vehicles which could include skip, tipper or grab lorries or RCV’s. The successful candidate will be required to undertake daily driving duties whilst complying with all legal obligations and Company procedures/instructions as detailed within Driver Inductions, Safe Systems of Work, Risk Assessments and adhere to all associated Health & Safety requirements. Key Responsibilities • To always be in a position to legally undertake their driving duties, • To ensure legal requirements for drivers hours and working time regulations are complied with, • To ensure their vehicle is roadworthy before and during use., • To maintain communication with the traffic office regarding progress of daily work., • To complete all relevant paperwork correctly., • To report any incidents and accidents immediately to the Transport Team., • To always ensure that work is carried out in a responsible and safe manner with no detriment to the Company or its Customers What we’re looking for • Have a class 2 CPC card and digicard, • Have a minimum of 1 years’ previous experience in driving similar vehicles, • Experience of the waste management or construction industry desirable, • Attention to detail, • Be a team player with good communication and customer service skill Whats on Offer • A competitive rate of pay with a guaranteed 45 hours per week, • £5.00 daily meal allowance on full working days. This is tax and NI free so equivalent to an extra 77p per hour on a 9 hour working day., • Overtime potential. 1.5x rate for over 45 hours Monday to Friday or on Saturdays

Operations Administrator Are you organised and detail-oriented? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments? Are you an experienced project leader? The operations administrator role offers you the chance to support daily operations, ensuring smooth functioning and compliance within a dynamic waste management company. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to a forward-thinking organisation committed to sustainability and excellence. Operations Administrator Responsibilities This position will involve, but will not be limited to: Coordinating administrative tasks to support day-to-day operational activities, ensuring information is accurate and up-to-date to facilitate efficient workflows. Maintaining detailed records, trackers, and reports to aid in audits and compliance, aligning with company standards and industry regulations. Collaborating with multiple departments, including workshop and maintenance teams, to ensure timely receipt and completion of documents. Assisting in health and safety compliance documentation and supporting ongoing risk management initiatives. Organising and prioritising workflows to meet strict deadlines, demonstrating your proactive approach. Chasing managers and staff for information and documentation to keep operations moving smoothly. Supporting audit processes by preparing structured documentation and reports. Leading the transition project to a paperless system. Operations Administrator Rewards Competitive administration level salary, depending on experience. 24 days of annual leave plus bank holidays. Access to a comprehensive employee assistance scheme. Company pension scheme to secure your future. Free uniform and PPE tailored for operational environments. Opportunity to work in a vibrant, friendly team that values your contribution. Membership of the cycle-to-work scheme and free annual flu vaccinations. Excellent professional development opportunities with a company committed to sustainability and innovation. The Company Our client is a leading waste management and recycling provider with a rich history, dedicated to excellence and long-term sustainability. They pride themselves on fostering a collaborative culture, prioritising safety, and delivering high-quality services to local communities. Their values centre on environmentally responsible practices, supporting employee growth, and maintaining a commitment to operational excellence. Operations Administrator Experience Essentials Proven experience in admin-heavy operations support roles, within a fast-paced and regulated environment handling high volumes of documentation. Strong proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook. Proven professional experience working collaboratively across multiple departments and with external stakeholders. Knowledge and experience of health and safety procedures and compliance. Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines under pressure. A levels or equivalent qualification; a degree in administration or related field is desirable. Experience in the waste or logistics industries within an operations administration role is desirable. Previous experience of taking the lead with projects (not project manager role). Location This is a fully office-based role working primarily at a waste transfer station with occasional site visits. Candidates must have access by car, as there are no public transport links nearby. The site offers free parking, and working hours are Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm. IMPORTANT - You must be available to start ASAP and so we cannot consider applications from anyone with a notice period of more than 2 weeks. Action If you are ready to join a professional and supportive environment where your proven organisational, administrative and operational skills will make a real difference, please apply online today! We will review all applications and respond promptly. Allen Associates is a leading recruitment company in Oxfordshire recruiting for Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and PA/Administrative roles. Allen Associates operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on current vacancies please visit (url removed) and follow us on LinkedIn

Your activities Lead the industrialisation of new tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing processes. Define, validate, and optimise production processes to ensure repeatability, quality, and cost-effectiveness. Oversee process capability studies, PFMEAs, and control plans for new or modified processes. Collaborate with Engineering and R&D teams to ensure manufacturability and smooth product introduction. Manage tooling lifecycle: specification, procurement, commissioning, maintenance & calibration strategy & delivery, and end-of-life planning. Analyse production performance data and Value Stream Mapping to identify bottlenecks, waste, and improvement opportunities. Drive initiatives to improve throughput, reduce cycle time, and enhance overall equipment effectiveness. Support cost-reduction programmes through process optimisation and waste elimination. Lead LEAN transformation activities across the manufacturing area. Facilitate Kaizen events, root-cause analysis sessions, and cross-functional problem-solving workshops. Implement and sustain 5S practices, ensuring workplace organisation becomes part of daily culture. Train and mentor teams in LEAN tools such as value stream mapping, SMED, visual management, and standard work. Manage and develop the Manufacturing Engineering and Test Manufacturing Engineering teams. Set clear priorities, allocate resources, and ensure alignment with operational goals. Work closely with production, quality, supply chain, and Engineering and R&D teams to resolve issues and support daily operations. Build a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and technical excellence. Ensure process documentation, work instructions, and configuration items are accurate and up to date. Maintain compliance with the companys quality management system and relevant industry standards. Oversee ERP/MRP configuration related to manufacturing processes, routings, and BOM accuracy. Support audits and drive corrective actions where required. Your profile Essential Experience: Degree in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g., Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or similar). Proven experience developing, industrialising, and optimising manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures. Strong background in process validation, capability studies, PFMEA, and control plan creation. Demonstrated success implementing LEAN methodologies, such as Kaizen, 5S and value stream mapping. Track record of delivering measurable improvements in production efficiency, cycle time, yield etc. Hands-on experience in a live production environment. Experience leading structured problem-solving activities. Competence in ERP/MRP systems, including configuration of routings, BOMs, and process data. Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. Desirable: Experience working with D365 Finance and Operations (Microsoft ERP system). Knowledge of quality systems such as ISO9001 and AS9100. Prior leadership experience managing engineers or technicians, or significant project leadership demonstrating equivalent capability. Experience of working with and processing optical fibres including splicing and joining. Technical understanding and experience of manufacturing optical devices. TPBN1_UKTJ

Health and Safety Manager - Laboratories Salary: up to £50,000, plus benefits Location: Oxford (5 days per week on-site) Are you experienced in managing laboratory environments, ensuring safety, and streamlining operations in a fast-paced science setting? Do you thrive in a role that combines client service, facilities management, and lab compliance, all within a collaborative innovation-focused environment? We are seeking a highly motivated Health and Safety Manager for a dynamic life sciences property and lab operations facility. This hybrid position plays a crucial role in supporting scientific clients and maintaining high standards of safety and operational excellence. The successful candidate will: Act as the primary onsite liaison for lab clients, managing onboarding and ongoing client services. Oversee day-to-day building operations, including maintenance, repairs, and safety procedures. Coordinate laboratory safety, chemical inventories, equipment installation, and compliance protocols. Manage hazardous waste disposal, lab permits, and incident documentation. Support community engagement activities, events, and client feedback initiatives.The ideal candidate will have: Extensive experience in property or laboratory operations within a life sciences setting. Strong knowledge of lab safety procedures, chemical management, and compliance standards. Proven ability to coordinate multiple operational workflows and client relationships. Good organisational skills with a solutions-driven, customer-focused approach. NEBOSH/H&S qualified would be desirableIf you are ready to make a meaningful impact in a cutting-edge environment dedicated to innovation, we want to hear from you. For further information and to apply please contact or call (phone number removed). Irwin and Colton are a specialist Health and Safety recruitment company, based in the South East of England we recruit across the UK. We recruit all roles in the health and safety industry from Health and Safety Manager, Health and Safety Director through to Health and Safety Advisor positions. Irwin and Colton 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 our website (url removed). Irwin and Colton is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you

Senior Regulatory Specialist Culham Science Centre, OX14 3DB Abingdon, OXFORDSHIRE, United Kingdom Employees work in a hybrid mode Full-time Salary: £71,815 (inclusive of Specialist Allowance) + excellent benefits including outstanding pension Division: Risk Assurance & QSHE Site Location: UKAEA Culham, Oxfordshire Confirmed Grade: Grade I Department: Risk and Assurance Company Description By 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today. Are you interested in contributing and helping to shape the future of the worlds energy? If so, read on. Fusion, the process that powers the Sun and Stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon-free energy that our world badly needs. UKAEA leads the way in realising fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for groundbreaking advancements. Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrow's power stations. In pursuit of our mission, UKAEA embraces core values: Innovative, Committed, Trusted, and Collaborative. As an employee of UKAEA, you will benefit from: • Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert. - Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible). - Flexible working options, including family-friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment. - Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders. - Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays. - Wide range of career development opportunities. - A vibrant culture committed to equality and being fully inclusive. What to expect in our recruitment process: For a step-by-step overview of how we hire from application to offer, please see our Recruitment Process page. Job Description The salary for this role is £71,815 (inclusive of a Specialist Allowance) . Onsite working is expected for 3 days each week, however, we actively support requests for flexible working. This role can be based at any of the following sites: Culham, Oxfordshire. This role requires employees to be eligible for SC Clearance (must have resided in the UK for the last 5 years) , including The Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions and possibly a search of open-source data. The Role Fusion is one of the most significant global opportunities of the century, and the fusion industry is growing in the UK and internationally, with the initiation of long-term projects to design and build future fusion power plant on the path to commercialisation of fusion power. This includes UKAEAs STEP prototype reactor, in support of UKAEA Goals, to solve challenges of sustainable fusion energy. To support these advances, the future safety, security and environment regulatory framework for fusion power plant must be developed, to ensure that it is proportionate to the risk of fusion in comparison to fission. A pro-innovation approach will be adopted to support growth of this exciting new energy sector. The Fusion Safety Advisory team plays a key role in the development of UK and international regulatory framework for future fusion power plant, providing technical fusion safety advice and expertise to DESNZ, Regulatory Bodies and the IAEA. The team also engages with domestic and international fusion groups and companies in areas of fusion safety, security and environment. As Senior Regulatory Specialist, you will provide technical leadership, managing activities relating to the development of fusion safety, security and environmental regulation both domestically and internationally. Nationally, this will include working with and advising government, as well as assisting regulatory bodies, contributing to pivotal strategic industry documents and technical fusion safety guidance. Internationally, the UK has built a reputation as a leader in the development of proportionate fusion regulation, and the job holder will lead a number of activities to preserve this reputation and influence the world stage by collaborating closely with international groups, such as IAEA and others. As such, there will be a requirement for domestic and international travel, enabling the job holder to build relationships with multi-organisational teams, and supporting working groups as required on focal regulatory topics. Key Responsibilities: • Responsible for a number of fusion safety regulation programme activities and some elements of team management at times when the Team Lead requires cover - Lead several key domestic and international stakeholder relationships for the team in order to influence and support the harmonisation of fusion safety regulation - Provide expert fusion safety, security and environment input into strategic and technical documentation supporting the development of the national and international regulatory framework for the future fusion industry - Elicit and provide input to IAEA Documents on the Fusion Regulatory Framework and Safety Assessment and potentially new Standards for fusion - Present influential work at domestic and international conferences and seminars - Lead technical input to/review of documentation to provide guidance and standards for the production of safety, security and environment cases for the fusion industry Qualifications Essential Requirements: • A postgraduate qualification in an engineering or scientific discipline; or equivalent combination of relevant qualifications and/or experience - Extensive experience in the production of nuclear or high-hazard safety cases and the assessment of radiological safety, environmental and waste hazards, or COMAH safety reporting - Deep knowledge of the Health & Safety at Work Act, Environmental Permitting Regulations and other regulations/guidance relevant to nuclear, radiological and high-hazard health, safety and security - Participation in regulatory interactions, at a technical or strategic level - Led or co-ordinated input to national and/or international industry workgroups on the processes for developing safety, security, and environment cases - The ability to communicate technical information to a non-specialist audience Desirable Requirements • Experience of modelling radionuclides to estimate dose to public and the environment would be advantageous Additional Information For a full list of benefits and to apply, select the apply button to be taken through to the UKAEA careers pages. UKAEAs mission is clean energy for all, and we welcome talented people from all backgrounds to help us achieve this goal. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and strive to ensure fair representation across our workforce. We particularly encourage applications from groups currently underrepresented in STEM, including women and individuals from diverse ethnic backgrounds, while ensuring all appointments are made on merit. UK Atomic Energy Authority is committed to being accessible. Please tell us if you have any questions or require help or adjustments to compete on a fair basis, for example, changes to the way we interview or share information. Please note that vacancies are generally advertised for 4 weeks, but may close earlier if we receive a large number of applications. TPBN1_UKTJ

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