Defence Technology | Chertsey, Surrey | Hybrid (2 days on-site) | Up to £80,000 + Package

The Company

A well-established, specialist defence and technology business based in Chertsey, Surrey. Operating as a flat, agile SME, the company delivers high-quality systems and products into the defence sector, offering genuine exposure across the full engineering lifecycle. You will be working in a technically driven environment where individual contribution has real impact on the business and its customers.

The Role

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to work within and lead a team of design engineers, delivering innovative software solutions into complex defence programmes. You will be responsible for translating system requirements into robust software architectures, managing delivery against project timescales and budget, and mentoring junior engineers within the team.

Key Responsibilities

Define architectural and detailed software designs as part of the wider system definition

Lead and mentor a software engineering team on a day-to-day basis

Work cross-functionally with firmware and electronics engineers to ensure system-level requirements are met

Monitor software compliance with project and company standards

Present designs at review stages both internally and to customers

Manage estimation, planning and progress against project milestones

What You’ll Need

Strong C++ development experience, ideally to industry standards on Linux and/or Windows platforms

Experience in acoustic or RF signal processing (essential)

Familiarity with structured UML-based design tools (e.g. Enterprise Architect)

Experience of software verification and validation against contractual requirements

Exposure to embedded or real-time application software

Experience with Docker containers or equivalent containerisation

Strong technical documentation and stakeholder communication skills

Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science or a related STEM subject (or equivalent experience)

Eligibility to obtain UK SC security clearance

Sole UK National from birth (required for security clearance purposes)

Full UK driving licence

What’s On Offer

Up to £80,000 base salary plus package

Paid overtime or time off in lieu (up to 24 additional days per year)

Flexible core hours (09:30-12:00 and 14:00-16:00)

Competitive employer-matched pension

Private medical care

Onsite gym access

Salary sacrifice schemes (cycle to work, tech)

Structured training and career development

Holiday closedown over Christmas/New Year

Relocation package available

Candidates must hold Sole UK Nationality from birth.

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Principal Software Engineer - AI & Innovation

Recruiting a Principal Software Engineer with a proven track record of delivering innovative, AI driven solutions and the curiosity to explore beyond traditional technology boundaries.

Within the newly createdAI & Innovation team, you will shape the future of the organisation’s products through cutting-edge technology, experimentation and creative thinking.

A truly exciting opportunity to influence and create something new.

Key Responsibilities

• Build innovative MVPs to validate ideas and accelerate learning
• Lead the design and implementation of scalable, high-performance software systems
• Collaborate closely with Product, Design, QA, and Engineering teams
• Evaluate, experiment and recommend new technologies, frameworks and tools
• Mentor and coach engineers to create a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• Oversee code reviews and ensure delivery of high-quality maintainable software
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges
• Contribute to strategic planning and align technology decisions with business goals

Essential Skills

• Significant experience in a senior software engineering position
• Proven experience delivering innovative AI solutions
• Practical knowledge of AI and recommend tools to best suit the needs
• Strong understanding of microservices and modern web architectures
• Deep expertise in programming languages and frameworks
• Extensive experience designing large-scale systems
• Strong knowledge of AWS cloud architecture and services
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a results-driven mindset
• Experience mentoring and guiding technical teams to deliver

Desirable Experience

• DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
• Secure-by-design development and security best practices
• Contributions to open-source projects

Senior Oracle HFM Lead (Technical & Functional) - Permenant position

Hybrid working - Chertsey

Overview
Seeking an experienced Oracle HFM Lead to stabilise, optimise, and transform a complex global HFM environment. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with strong finance partnership to improve consolidation accuracy, performance, and scalability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead HFM stabilisation, optimisation, and roadmap delivery
• Resolve FX, consolidation, and close-cycle issues
• Own HFM architecture (rules, metadata, performance)
• Partner with Finance on consolidation and reporting requirements
• Manage third-party vendors and governance across the platform

Skills & Experience

• 8+ years Oracle HFM experience
• Strong HFM rules (VBScript), consolidation, and FX expertise
• Experience in global, multi-entity environments
• Knowledge of FDMEE, performance tuning, and data management
• Solid understanding of group consolidation processes

Profile

• Hands-on technical leader
• Strong stakeholder management
• Structured, pragmatic problem solver

Oracle Systems Administration Manager to lead the strategic oversight, governance, and performance of an enterprise-scale Oracle Fusion Cloud platform within a complex public sector environment.

This is a senior, hands-on leadership role focused on ensuring platform stability, performance optimisation, service excellence, and continuous improvement across critical Back Office systems. We need a senior Oracle professional with a strong track record in platform governance, service delivery, and stakeholder engagement

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience managing Oracle Fusion Cloud (ERP/HCM/Financials) environments
• Strong background in Oracle system administration, governance, and configuration management
• Experience working within ITIL frameworks and service-led environments
• Demonstrated capability managing major incidents, SLAs, KPIs, and service performance
• Experience managing third-party/managed service providers
• Strong understanding of monitoring, performance tuning, and system resilience
• Experience overseeing change & release cycles, including quarterly Oracle updates
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, including senior leadership engagement
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing high-performing teams

In this role you will

• Lead governance, configuration, and ongoing management of the Oracle Fusion platform, ensuring alignment with ITIL best practices
• Drive platform performance, scalability, and resilience to minimise downtime and ensure high service availability
• Oversee proactive monitoring strategies (logs, metrics, alerts) to anticipate and prevent incidents
• Manage major incidents, outages, and escalations, ensuring effective communication and robust root cause analysis (RCA)
• Own service performance against SLAs/KPIs, driving continuous improvement across support operations
• Manage and hold external Managed Service Providers accountable for delivery and SLA adherence
• Provide strategic reporting on system performance, trends, and risks to senior stakeholders
• Lead resource planning to ensure continuity of service and effective operational support
• Oversee change and release management, including Oracle quarterly updates and regression testing
• Ensure all system documentation (CWB, SDD, process maps) is maintained to a high standard
• Act as the SME for Oracle System Administration, mentoring and developing internal capability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system integrity, optimisation, and roadmap delivery
• Manage system-related budgets, licensing, and cost optimisation

This role is Inside IR35, with Hybrid working: 2 days onsite initially (with potential to move fully remote)

Important High Level Summary Notes

Please read the below high-level overview carefully, and if this position is of interest please contact me directly for a chat - my details are below:

Lorenz Pasch at Hays Recruitment

For this role, you must be able to demonstrate:

• Hands-on ownership of Root Cause Analysis for major incidents (P1/P2)
• Experience applying structured RCA methodologies (5 Whys, Fishbone, Fault Tree, Kepner-Tregoe)
• Ability to analyse technical, process, and organisational causes of failure
• Experience working within Incident, Major Incident, and Problem Management functions
• Confidence to challenge engineering teams and vendors on root causes and corrective actions
• Experience producing high-quality RCA reports (timeline, impact, contributing factors, actions)

This role is not suitable for candidates whose experience is limited to service desk, incident coordination, reporting/MI analysis, or supporting RCA without ownership.

If your experience does not include the above, this role will not be a match.

The Role

A unique opportunity to join Hays, a FTSE 250 recruitment leader with a global footprint, undertaking a bold technology strategy focused on modernisation, digitalisation and innovation to power progress through people and market-leading technology.

This role sits within Technology Operations and is responsible for leading root cause investigations across major incidents and recurring issues.You will work across engineering, operations, and vendor teams to identify underlying causes of failure and ensure sustainable corrective and preventative actions are implemented.This is a hands-on analytical role, requiring structured thinking, technical understanding, and the ability to influence outcomes without direct authority.

What You’ll Own
Root Cause Analysis: Lead in-depth RCA across incidents and major incidents, identifying true root causes - not just symptoms.

Problem Management: Support Identify patterns, trends, and systemic weaknesses. Drive actions to reduce repeat incidents and improve stability.

Data & Investigation: Collect and analyse technical, process, and organisational data to build a complete view of failure points.

Reporting & Documentation: Produce clear, structured RCA reports including timelines, impact assessments, and corrective actions.

Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, operations, and vendor teams to validate findings and drive remediation.

Continuous Improvement: Contribute to operational maturity by improving RCA quality, consistency, and effectiveness across the organisation.

What We’re Looking For

You will bring experience from complex IT environments where incident volumes are high and service stability is critical.

Key experience includes:

• Strong background in Problem Management, RCA, or Major Incident analysis
• Experience in enterprise IT operations environments
• Solid understanding of ITIL processes (Incident, Problem, Change)
• Ability to analyse complex technical and process-driven issues
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Confidence working with technical teams and challenging assumptions

Why this role?

• Impact: Direct influence on reducing incidents and improving service stability
• Visibility: Work across engineering, operations, and senior stakeholders
• Complexity: Investigate issues across a global technology environment
• Ownership: Lead investigations end-to-end, not just support

Contact

• Lorenz Pasch at Hays Recruitment.

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We are working with a global Software, Systems & Engineering company in the Defence Sector, supporting them with appointing Systems Engineer who will play a key role in the delivery of the necessary integration, test, evaluation, and acceptance activities across all phases of the equipment lifecycle to support the development and delivery of operationally effective Combat System capability.
Day-to-day, you will operate within a team of engineers to deliver the NCSISS (Naval Combat Systems Integration Support Service) contract. You will be required to conduct integration and testing as directed by the team s Senior Combat System.

Salary: £50-55k per annum + benefits
Location: Portsdown Hill (Portsmouth) - hybrid (3 days per week onsite; 2 days WFH)
Working hours: 37 per week
Duration: perm, full time
Requirements: sole Uk nationals living and working in the UK for the past 5 years

Your responsibilities will include:

• Executing key systems engineering activities on significant projects
• Engaging with external and internal stakeholders to ensure customer and business needs are satisfied and issues are mitigated
• Directing technical documentation in support of work carried out
• Delivering work and reporting on progress to project leads and customers
• Conducting sea trials on Royal Navy Ships, including potentially overseas

Essential experience of the Combat System Engineer:

• Relevant experience in an aligned engineering field
• Proven experience on Naval Combat Systems or Radar, Sonar, C2 or Weapons
• Experience in Test & Evaluation or Integration

Essential qualifications for the Combat System Engineer:

• Honours Degree in Engineering, Physics or similar. HNC/D Level qualification is acceptable if accompanied with appropriate experience

We value difference and we don t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

Key Responsibilities: Lead and develop a multidisciplinary engineering function, setting standards and best practices across delivery Own engineering strategy across multiple Defence workstreams, aligning to wider programme and business goals Oversee the design and delivery of cloud-native systems, including microservices, APIs, and secure integrations Provide technical assurance, ensuring solutions meet security, compliance, and architectural standards Drive DevOps maturity, CI/CD adoption, and engineering excellence across teams Engage with senior stakeholders to shape delivery, roadmaps, and technical direction Mentor engineers and team leads, building capability and improving performance across the function Essential Skills / Experience: Proven experience leading software engineering teams in complex, multi-system environments Strong background in cloud-native development across AWS or Azure Deep understanding of modern engineering practices including DevOps, CI/CD, TDD, and secure coding Experience delivering within Defence, government, or highly regulated environments Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

PRINCIPAL SOFTWARE ENGINEER - DV CLEARED

BRAND NEW PERMANENT JOB OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE WITHIN A LEADING SOFTWARE CONSULTANCY FOR A SOFTWARE TEAM LEAD WITH ENHANCED DV CLEARANCE

• Permanent job opportunity for a Software Team Lead
• Leading National Security consultancy
• Salary up to £100,000 + Benefits + Clearance Bonus
• London based organisation in an easily accessible location
• To apply please call / or email

WHO WE ARE?

We are recruiting a Software Team Lead to work with a leading consultancy in London. We support Central Government, Defence and Law Enforcement customers across the UK with Software, Digital and Data products and tools to help keep the UK safe. Due to the nature of the work and the customers, you must hold enhanced DV Security Clearance.

WHAT WILL THE SOFTWARE TEAM LEAD BE DOING?

As a Software Team Lead, you will act as a Lead Technologist and work hand in hand with the engineering and product teams, leading the design and development. It will you be your job to design and deliver scalable software both in the cloud, and on-premise. You’ll play a pivotal role in the design and direction of our products, and you’ll engage with key customers to understand their needs and shape them into an effective product and technology roadmap.

WE NEED THE SOFTWARE TEAM LEAD TO HAVE .

• Current DV clearance (Enhanced)
• We’re looking for deep and broad experience in building and designing software
• Natural Technical leadership skills
• Solid understanding and experience with modern DevOps methodology
• Experience working in the National Security domain
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience scaling, leading and mentoring development teams
• Experience with public cloud technologies
• Experience translating user requirements into technical requirements
• Must be able to use a wide variety of open-source technologies
• Experience with CI and analysis systems
• Experience with Bids and Tenders is preferred but not essential

TO BE CONSIDERED .

Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to For further information please call me on or . I can make myself available outside of normal working hours to suit from 7am until 10pm. If unavailable please leave a message and either myself or one of my colleagues will respond. By applying for this role you give express consent for us to process & submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. Also feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn, just search Dominic Barbet. I look forward to hearing from you.

SOFTWARE TEAM LEAD - DV CLEARED

KEY SKILLS:

SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER / SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / LEAD SOFTWARE ENGINEER / JAVA DEVELOPER / JAVA ENGINEER / LEAD SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / DV CLEARED / DV CLEARANCE / DEVELOPPED VETTING / DEVELOPED VETTED / DEEP VETTING / DEEP VETTED / SC CLEARED / SC CLEARANCE / SECURITY CLEARED / SECURITY CLEARANCE

Manchester - 2-3 days per week in the office

• £70,000 - £75,000 per annum

Our client is seeking an experienced and forward thinking Cyber Security Manager to guide and strengthen their Cyber Security function. This position plays a key role in protecting their systems, data and customers, making sure the organisation stays ahead of new and evolving cyber threats.

Sitting within the Governance, Risk, Compliance, Security and Internal IT division, you will take on a pivotal leadership role, driving the development and execution of their cyber security strategy. You will collaborate closely with Product, Engineering and Technology teams to ensure security is embedded throughout the organisation, while leading and nurturing a high performing security team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of shaping and delivering the organisation’s overall cyber security strategy
• Monitor and manage cyber risks, emerging threats and potential vulnerabilities across the company
• Lead activities such as security testing, threat modelling and vulnerability reviews
• Build, maintain and regularly update incident response and disaster recovery plans
• Work closely with teams across the business to ensure security is built into products, projects and processes
• Promote a strong security culture by driving awareness initiatives and training programmes
• Provide leadership, guidance and development for the cyber security team

Skills Knowledge & Expertise

• Proven leadership experience in cyber security within a regulated environment
• Experience working with Artificial Intelligence
• Strong technical knowledge of security tools (e.g. CrowdStrike, Sentinel, Purview, iBoss)
• Solid understanding of security frameworks (ISO 27001, PCI DSS, SOC 2)
• Experience in risk assessment, incident management and vulnerability testing
• Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail

Benefits:

• 25 days’ holiday plus public holidays increasing with length of service.
• Birthday off work.
• 2 paid volunteer days a year
• Holiday Purchase scheme
• We operate a Salary Exchange pension scheme which you will be auto-enrolled into from day one of employment.
• £240 yearly Wellbeing Allowance
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health cash plan
• Free breakfast & lunch when in the Manchester office
• Discounted Parking in Manchester
• Access to training - both internal and external
• Dog friendly office

Senior Civil Infrastructure EngineerExeter£45,000 - £55,000 We're working with a well-established, Exeter-based consultancy who are looking to strengthen its Civil Infrastructure team with the addition of a Senior Engineer. You'll be joining at a busy and exciting time, with a strong pipeline of residential and mixed-use development projects secured well into 2026.The role Take technical ownership of civil infrastructure projects from concept through to detailed design and delivery Lead the design of drainage, highways and external works solutions for development-led schemes Prepare and review technical outputs, including drainage strategies, FRAs, earthworks appraisals and detailed design packages Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including planners, architects and approving authorities Mentor and support junior engineers, playing a key role in the long-term growth of the civils teamWhat we're looking for Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline 5-10 years' UK consultancy experience in civil infrastructure design Strong experience across drainage, SuDS, highways and development infrastructure Proficiency with AutoCAD and drainage software (MicroDrainage / Causeway Flow); Civil 3D experience advantageous Confident communicator with experience working directly with clients and approving bodiesWhat's on offer Competitive salary (£45,000 - £55,000 DOE) Profit-related bonus scheme 25 days' holiday + bank holidays Pension contributions and life cover Private health scheme & enhanced parental leave Flexible benefits (gym membership, cycle scheme, additional insurance, etc.) ICE-accredited training scheme and full support towards professional qualifications Hybrid and flexible working options This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious civil engineer looking to step into a senior role with real responsibility, progression and exposure to high-quality development projects across the South West.

Moorepay is transforming. We are a trusted leader in UK Payroll and HR solutions, but we aren’t resting on our history. We are embarking on a major digital transformation to redefine how businesses manage their most important asset: their people.

As the Principal Software Solutions Architect, you’ll be the technical authority responsible for defining, governing, and evolving the end-to-end architecture of our “AI First” platform, ensuring architectural consistency, secure-by-design principles, and long-term scalability across all engineering squads. Working closely with the Engineering Manager, Cloud & Platform Engineering Lead, and Product leadership, this role shapes our architectural strategy, drives technical excellence, and provides deep guidance to multiple autonomous squads as we scale towards high-performing, cloud-native teams. The Architect balances hands-on solution design, strategic planning, technical oversight, and stakeholder collaboration to keep the platform robust, secure, and ready for future growth.

This role defines the architectural backbone that enables the entire engineering organisation to scale effectively. As we transition to multiple autonomous squads, you will ensure our systems remain leading edge, secure, resilient, and consistent enabling rapid product delivery while maintaining high standards of engineering excellence.

You will leave an enduring impact on the platform’s foundations, influencing everything from service boundaries to reliability strategies and cloud platform design.

This is a full time, permanent role working on a hybrid basis with 3 days per week in Manchester.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & Scaling

• Define and maintain the technical architecture vision and roadmap across all squads.
• Ensure alignment of architecture with business goals, engineering strategy, and long-term scalability.
• Drive system-wide architectural decisions, providing clear technical direction for squads.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and propose solutions that improve scalability, performance, and developer productivity.
• Mentor senior engineers and influence technical leaders across the organisation.

Secure-by-Design & Compliance

• Embed secure-by-design principles into architectural decisions.
• Ensure threat modelling is performed for new features and major changes.
• Champion secure coding standards and integration of security testing into the delivery pipeline.
• Collaborate with security and compliance stakeholders to ensure solutions meet regulatory and governance requirements.
• Promote design patterns that minimise risk across distributed systems.

Solution Design & Governance

• Own the end-to-end architectural design for major platform components and new product capabilities, with a focus on AI First.
• Work closely with Engineering Manager and Engineering Team Leads to ensure solutions are consistent, secure, and scalable.
• Lead architecture reviews and ensure adherence to design standards, technical patterns, and best practices.
• Produce solution blueprints, reference architectures, and technical documentation.
• Validate that all solutions support operational excellence, reliability, and maintainability.

Cloud, Infrastructure, and Platform Architecture

• Define scalable service-based architectures leveraging cloud-native patterns.
• Work with the Lead SRE to ensure architectural designs account for:
• Observability (metrics, logs, tracing)
• Reliability (SLIs, SLOs, failover)
• CI/CD automation
• Infrastructure as code and environment design
• Drive optimisation of compute, storage, and network resources across cloud platforms (Azure/AWS).

Engineering Collaboration & Technical Enablement

• Partner with Engineering Manager to ensure squads have clear architectural guidance.
• Support teams in breaking down complex technical problems into executable, scalable solutions.
• Provide architectural input into backlog refinement, release planning, and prioritisation.
• Act as the primary facilitator for cross-team architectural decision-making.
• Communicate architectural decisions, trade-offs, and risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement & Technology Standards

• Define and maintain engineering standards, reusable patterns, and architectural principles.
• Champion continuous improvement across code quality, security, performance, and operational readiness.
• Foster a culture of technical excellence, experimentation, and innovation.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Proven experience as a Principal Architect, Solutions Architect, or Senior Engineer leading architectural decisions in complex systems.
• Strong understanding of AI technologies such as agents and models for both accelerated design & delivery as well as delivery of product capabilities.
• Strong background in cloud-native architectures (microservices, event-driven, distributed systems).
• Deep understanding of secure-by-design principles, threat modelling, cryptography basics, and modern security practices.
• Experience with API design, integration patterns, and domain-driven design (DDD) and Event Driven Design.
• Ability to influence without authority and collaborate effectively across engineering, SRE, product, and leadership teams.
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of simplifying complex technical topics for diverse stakeholders.
• Extensive experience with modern programming platforms and frameworks (e.g., Node.js, C# .NET, React).
• Strong grounding in cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), including networking, identity, observability, and cost optimisation.

Desirable:

• Experience designing solutions in regulated or compliance-driven industries.
• Background in DevOps, platform engineering, or SRE practices.
• Experience scaling architectures to support high-growth environments.
• Certification in cloud or architecture frameworks (AWS SA Pro, Azure Architect Expert, TOGAF, etc.).

Defence Technology Chertsey, Surrey Hybrid (2 days on-site) Up to 80,000 + Package

The Company

A well-established, specialist defence and technology business based in Chertsey, Surrey. Operating as a flat, agile SME, the company delivers high-quality systems and products into the defence sector, offering genuine exposure across the full engineering lifecycle. You will be working in a technically driven environment where individual contribution has real impact on the business and its customers.

The Role

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to work within and lead a team of design engineers, delivering innovative software solutions into complex defence programmes. You will be responsible for translating system requirements into robust software architectures, managing delivery against project timescales and budget, and mentoring junior engineers within the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Define architectural and detailed software designs as part of the wider system definition
• Lead and mentor a software engineering team on a day-to-day basis
• Work cross-functionally with firmware and electronics engineers to ensure system-level requirements are met
• Monitor software compliance with project and company standards
• Present designs at review stages both internally and to customers
• Manage estimation, planning and progress against project milestones

What You’ll Need

• Strong C++ development experience, ideally to industry standards on Linux and/or Windows platforms
• Experience in acoustic or RF signal processing (essential)
• Familiarity with structured UML-based design tools (e.g. Enterprise Architect)
• Experience of software verification and validation against contractual requirements
• Exposure to embedded or real-time application software
• Experience with Docker containers or equivalent containerisation
• Strong technical documentation and stakeholder communication skills
• Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science or a related STEM subject (or equivalent experience)
• Eligibility to obtain UK SC security clearance
• Sole UK National from birth (required for security clearance purposes)
• Full UK driving licence

What’s On Offer

• Up to 80,000 base salary plus package
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu (up to 24 additional days per year)
• Flexible core hours (09:30-12:00 and 14:00-16:00)
• Competitive employer-matched pension
• Private medical care
• Onsite gym access
• Salary sacrifice schemes (cycle to work, tech)
• Structured training and career development
• Holiday closedown over Christmas/New Year
• Relocation package available

Candidates must hold Sole UK Nationality from birth.

Technology Infrastructure ManagerLocation: Milton Keynes (travel between Milton Keynes & London)Hybrid Permanent Full time - 35 hours per week £76,000 - £85,500 Join the ICAEW At ICAEW, you'll be part of an organisation that's shaping the future of business, finance and the accountancy profession on a global scale. Our bold 2030 Strategy puts members, innovation, sustainability and trust at the heart of everything we do-creating an exciting, forward-looking environment where your work has real impact. We invest in our people through our benefits package, continuous development and a supportive, inclusive culture that empowers you to grow and thrive. If you're looking for a role with purpose, influence and opportunity, ICAEW is a place where your future can truly take shape. Role Profile The Technology Infrastructure Manager leads the design, implementation, and support of the ICAEW's core technology platforms, ensuring they meet business requirements for performance, availability, and security. This role oversees infrastructure strategy, operations, and team capability. Responsibilities include: Define and deliver the infrastructure roadmap in line with organisational goals. Lead and develop the infrastructure team to ensure capability and performance. Ensure high availability and performance of core systems, networks, and platforms. Oversee delivery of infrastructure projects, ensuring quality and alignment with architecture standards. Ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and operational standards. Candidate Profile Requirements include: Proven experience managing infrastructure in enterprise environments. Strong knowledge of Microsoft-based systems, networking, and cloud platforms. Experience managing budgets, teams, and vendors. Understanding of ITIL processes and service delivery. Personal Attributes Strong leader with excellent organisational skills For the full role profile please click the document attached. Why work for us?We want you to enjoy your work and flourish in your role.Our working environment is friendly and supportive, and we encourage everyone to understand personal differences and treat each other with respect. We are a diverse organisation, employing skilled and motivated people from all backgrounds and helping them to reach their full potential, through training and development.Sustainability is important to us, and we work hard to reduce our carbon footprint, whether that's in our buildings through lighting and heating, or encouraging staff to recycle and reduce paper consumption.Our employee benefits include: A substantial suite of training and development Flexible working arrangements A generous benefits package which includes gym discounts, pension plan, season ticket travel loans and health and dental plansWe are a disability confident employer. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should we receive enough suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

About Canterbury Cathedral

Canterbury Cathedral is the cathedral of the Archbishop of Canterbury, the leader of the Church of England and symbolic leader of the worldwide Anglican Communion. Located in Canterbury, Kent, it is one of the oldest Christian structures in England and forms part of a World Heritage Site.

Step into a role where history meets innovation. Canterbury Cathedral one of the worlds most iconic heritage sites is seeking a dynamic Head of IT to shape and lead our digital future.

This is your chance to bring modern technology, cyber resilience, and digital transformation to a complex and inspiring organisation that blends worship, music, education, heritage conservation, and visitor engagement.

What You’ll do as Head of IT

As our Head of IT, you’ll drive the Cathedrals digital strategy and oversee the entire technology environment, you’ll

• Provide strategic leadership and expert guidance on digital development and cyber security.
• Manage and modernise our IT infrastructure, cloud platforms, networks, and digital systems.
• Oversee key platforms including Microsoft 365, finance/HR systems, CRM, ticketing, and website services.
• Lead cyber security, information governance, and compliance with UK GDPR.
• Support audio-visual and livestreaming technology for worship and events.
• Ensure sensitive, safe installation of tech across our Grade I listed heritage estate.
• Manage suppliers, budgets, and digital transformation projects.
• Play a key role in emergency response, safeguarding, and organisational risk management.

This is both a strategic and hands-on role ideal for someone who loves leading with vision but isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves.

What were looking for in a Head of IT.

• Significant experience managing IT systems in a complex organisation.
• Strong knowledge of cyber security, cloud systems (especially Microsoft 365), and infrastructure.
• A clear understanding of data protection legislation.
• Leadership that’s collaborative, calm under pressure, and customer focused.
• The ability to translate technical challenges into clear, actionable advice.
• Respect for the Cathedrals mission, community, and safeguarding commitments.
• Experience in the charity, heritage, education, or church sectors is a bonus but not essential

Why Work with Us?

Joining us means becoming part of a warm, dedicated community working in one of the most extraordinary environments in the world. You’ll help shape how technology supports worship, visitors, education, heritage, and mission today and for generations to come.

Apply now, become part of the Canterbury Cathedral community and help us build a digitally confident future rooted in over 1,400 years of history.

Our recruiting Approach

As applications are received, interviews may take place prior to the advertised closing date.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

Canterbury Cathedral is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

Job Title: Investment Manager Type: PermanentLocation: BristolSalary: £59440 per annumHours: Full time BRC are working closely with a housing association who are looking for an experienced and driven Investment Manager to lead their Investment Team and play a key role in delivering their corporate strategy - Great Homes and Partnerships. This is a senior leadership position where you’ll provide technical expertise across options appraisals, disposals, zero carbon strategy, and major works, ensuring our homes meet the highest standards of safety, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Duties:

• Lead the delivery of investment priorities including options appraisals, disposals, retrofit and major works
• Drive forward our EPC C and zero carbon strategies, ensuring accurate data, compliance, and innovation
• Oversee and manage retrofit programmes, securing external funding where possible
• Act as the technical lead on housing stock investment and disposal decisions
• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team, including surveyors and resident liaison
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards
• Manage contractor and consultant relationships to achieve successful outcomes
• Champion health & safety, sustainability, and regulatory compliance
• Engage effectively with residents, partners, and stakeholders

Essential Requirements:

• Degree (or equivalent) in a built environment discipline
• Strong knowledge of construction, procurement, and building regulations
• Experience managing property investment programmes and budgets
• Proven leadership and team management experience
• Knowledge of sustainability, EPCs, and zero carbon initiatives
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Ability to manage complex projects and make sound decisions

Desirable Requirements:

• Membership of a relevant professional body
• Experience in social/affordable housing
• Experience delivering renewable or sustainable projects

For more information, please call Meg Smith on or . To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Position: Senior Service Manager (Internal Name)

Location: Ringwood, Hampshire + Hybrid home working

Salary: £40k DOE + Benefits + Company Profit Share

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

The Role

Working alongside two fellow Senior Service Managers, you will form part of a well-established service management team helping to lead the delivery of high-quality IT support services and drive continuous improvement across our operational environment. You will be responsible for the day to day operation of our business as usual support services, including allocating tasks, monitoring and maintaining contractual KPI commitments, producing customer reports, and serving as an escalation point for both internal and external stakeholders. You will take ownership of the end-to-end customer experience, understanding people, processes and technology to maximise service quality and ensure operational excellence. You will also hold line-management responsibilities.

Duties Include:

• Provide strategic oversight of all service operations, including the full lifecycle of incidents, service requests, problems, and major incidents, ensuring SLAs are met and ITIL processes (Major Incident, Change, Problem) are consistently applied.
• Drive proactive and preventive service delivery by identifying recurring issues, analysing operational data and trends, and implementing improvements that reduce disruption and enhance service stability.
• Lead customer experience and service governance, including Service Reviews, satisfaction measurement, feedback loops, and actionable service reporting that informs continuous improvement.
• Build strong relationships with customers, internal teams, and technical stakeholders, acting as a senior escalation point and ensuring collaborative, positive service outcomes.
• Champion continuous improvement and professional development, driving service quality initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency, and maintaining awareness of evolving technologies and best practice.

Skills and Experience:

• Experience in Service Delivery or IT Service Management (three years preferred), with proven leadership experience, a strong track record managing incidents, problems, and major incidents, and consistently meeting SLAs/KPIs.
• Solid technical understanding of IT support environments, ideally with previous hands on troubleshooting or IT operations experience. Experience and knowledge of using ITIL v3/v4 best practice.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, able to influence senior stakeholders, manage escalations professionally, and present confidently.
• Strong analytical and reporting ability, using data and service metrics to identify trends, reduce recurring issues, and drive measurable improvements.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• Highly organised and adaptable, capable of managing multiple priorities and performing effectively under pressure.
• Proactive and improvement focused, committed to continuous learning, professional development, and raising service standards.

The role is subject to a standard clear DBS being received. Some travel to customer sites may be involved, so you must have a Full UK Driving license.

The Package:

• Company Profit Share (first £3,600 is tax free)
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Birthday as additional paid leave
• Additional paid leave (dependent on company performance)
• Company sick pay policy
• Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance including dental
• Free Parking
• Hybrid Working
• Progression opportunities
• Fresh fruit, the occasional pizza and a posh coffee machine!

Trusted Technology Partnership

Trusted Technology Partnership has been a specialist IT Infrastructure and Support Services provider for over 25 years.

We are an Employee Ownership Trust a growing company. We are proud winners of Best Place to Work award and overall winner of the Ringwood Business Awards 2024.

Our core services include support desk, on-site engineering, project management and delivery, storage and logistics, and technical consultancy.

We encourage progression within Trusted Technology Partnership for our colleagues, offering opportunities in other teams and departments.

Join our friendly company, where a great team and a positive culture await you.

Recruitment Manager - Dunstable

Pertemps Aylesbury is currently recruiting for an experienced HR Manager for our client within the Public Sector.

Salary: 41,000

Hours: 8:30am-4:30pm

Duties:

• Lead the HR team day to day, ensuring service standards, SLAs and a high-quality customer experience are consistently delivered.
• Work collaboratively with Recruitment, Payroll and Learning and Development to stay informed on organisational priorities, challenges and changes.
• Act as a role model, providing expert employee relations advice, guidance and coaching to the team.
• Set clear expectations, manage performance effectively, and hold team members accountable through regular feedback and structured performance management.
• Ensure timely, accurate and professional responses to all HR queries.
• Collaborate with the wider HR management team to share best practice, support CPD and maintain consistency of approach.
• Maintain team capability through mandatory training, development opportunities and engagement with key academic calendar events.
• Ensure effective resourcing and cover arra
• Support departmental structure planning and implementation alongside the Group Head of HR.
• Oversee effective induction, appraisals and regular one-to-one meetings across the team.
• Embed succession planning and development opportunities to build capability and future talent.

Requirements:

• CIPD Level 5
• Experience in fast-paced HR environment
• Proven experience managing a team
• Strong knowledge of employment legalisation and ER

If you would be interested, please apply with your updated CV.

About the Job:

Role: Warehouse Compliance Manager

Company: Leading Global 3PL Contract Logistics Provider.

Location: Lutterworth, Leicestershire (LE17)

Salary & Benefits: 38,000 - 45,000 + Holidays & Package.

Shift Pattern: The role works core business hours. (Any 5 days from 7)

The Company

Loom Talent are proud to have been exclusively appointed to lead the hiring strategy for a new site start up in Lutterworth.

Our client, a leading global 3PL contract logistics provider are actively needing to source a full leadership and management structure for a prestigious existing customer. This role will be responsible for the Compliance Management (Health and Safety; MHE Management and Facilities) for the facility in a timely fashion with a go-live fast approaching.

Operating within a dedicated customer facility in excess of 600,000 sq. ft. working to a site, with a projected headcount of 1,000 in peak periods.

The Role

TheWarehouse Compliance Manager role will play a critical role in designing, maintaining and leading all site based activity across what will be a key UK DC operation.

This position is a truly exciting opportunity for an experienced Compliance professional to be at the forefront of a rapidly expanding organisation.

As the Warehouse Compliance Manager, you will champion a safety-first culture, ensuring health and safety is embedded across the site. You’ll work closely with operational teams, HR, and leadership to create a safe and healthy workplace, driving continuous improvement across the site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead from the front in promoting a positive, proactive safety culture across the site
• Encourage a “don’t walk past” mindset, coaching colleagues in real time to maintain safe working practices
• Ensure full compliance with UK Health & Safety legislation and company policies
• Support and guide managers through accident and incident investigations
• Act as the first point of contact for regulatory authorities, escalating where necessary
• Drive implementation of actions set by the Group Health & Safety Manager
• Lead and support health & safety campaigns across the business
• Collaborate with HR on early intervention, rehabilitation, and return-to-work programs
• Manage the MHE fleet, ensuring equipment is safe, maintained, and compliant
• Oversee training records, ensuring all certifications and compliance requirements are up to date
• Ensure all contractors follow site procedures and complete inductions
• Act as a key liaison between site operations and Facilities management team.

The Candidate

The successful candidate for the Warehouse Compliance Manager opportunity will have the following skills and experiences:

• A Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain Background - Essential.
• Exposure to a successful & sizeable start up operations - Advantageous.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with a track record of developing high-performing teams - Essential.
• Strong understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation - Essential.
• Experience in a logistics, warehouse, or operational environment - Advantageous.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills - Essential.
• Ability to coach, influence, and engage employees at all levels - Essential.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving skills - Essential.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and IT systems - Essential.
• Passion for creating a safe and compliant workplace culture - Essential.
• An individual truly excited by large scale growth challenges - Essential.
• Commutable to Lutterworth area x5 days per week - Essential.

The Package:

• Salary - 38,000 to 45,000.
• Company Holidays.
• Matched Pension Contributions.
• Annual Salary Life Assurance.
• Plus, additional company benefits.

Position: Strategic Asset Manager
Location: Mandela House, Cambridge, CB2 1BY
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 5+ Months
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Pay Rate: £ 314.79 Per Day
Job Reference: (phone number removed)

Role Purpose
The Strategic Asset Manager is a new, strategic leadership role within the Economy and Place Group. Reporting to the Director of Economy and Place, the postholder will:
Take a council-wide overview of all property assets (administrative, operational, commercial, and housing-related)
Advise on retention, refurbishment, repurposing, or disposal of assets
Lead on compliance strategy across all council assets
Implement corporate strategies for sustainability, Net Zero, and placemaking goals
Collaborate across council teams and external partners to optimize the value and function of assets
The role emphasizes strategic oversight, including investment prioritization, financial efficiency, and alignment with the council s economic, social, and environmental objectives.

Key Responsibilities
Asset Management & Strategy

• Maintain and update the Council s Asset Management Plan (AMP)
• Ensure assets meet functional, regulatory, safety, environmental, and financial requirements
• Prioritize capital expenditure to maximize value for money and deliver council objectives

Collaboration & Governance

• Liaise with internal stakeholders (CFO, Chief Property Surveyor, Assistant Director of Development)
• Develop business cases, secure investment, and manage funding for council assets
• Lead the Net Zero Board for property-related sustainability initiatives

Placemaking & External Partnerships

• Leverage council assets to support placemaking, community wealth building, and sustainability goals
• Work with partners such as Greater Cambridge Shared Planning, the University of Cambridge, and Cambridge BID

Leadership & Team Management

• Likely line management of one Band 5 Property Surveyor (TBC)
• Provide strategic oversight of property portfolios (£165m) and advise on investments

Innovation & Sustainability

• Encourage adoption of AI and emerging technology to improve efficiency and energy/retrofit strategies
• Integrate environmental, social, and community value into asset decisions

Person Specification
Essential Skills:

• Degree/diploma recognized by RICS, MRICS qualification or equivalent
• Strategy and programme management experience
• Business case development and finance knowledge
• Experience managing major property portfolios and commercial assets
• Expertise with property management/valuation software
• Knowledge of flexible accommodation solutions
• Understanding of sustainability, economic development, placemaking, and community agendas
• Strong line management skills

Desirable Skills:

• Experience valuing social and environmental impacts to inform investment
• Leading retrofit programs in complex organizations
• Managing complex tasks and problem-solving
• Excellent communication and influencing skills at senior levels, including elected members

DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability specific organizations or hireSrs to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.

Saw Operative - Patchway (BS34)

15.90 per hour Temp to Perm Excellent Career Progression

Are you an experienced Saw Operative looking for a long-term role with genuine development opportunities? We are recruiting for a leading engineering and manufacturing business based in Patchway, Bristol (BS34). If you have experience using band saws, circular saws, or bar saws, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and supportive team.

Job Details

• Location: Patchway, Bristol (BS34)
• Pay Rate: 15.90 per hour
• Hours: Rotating shifts - 6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm
• Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent
• Progression: Clear training and long-term career development

Key Responsibilities

• Operating saws to cut metal materials to customer specifications
• Using band saws, with circular saw or bar saw experience also welcomed
• Carrying out general warehouse and production duties as required
• Ensuring accuracy, quality, and safe working practices at all times

Requirements

• Previous experience operating saws (metal cutting preferred)
• Comfortable working in a warehouse or production environment
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to work rotating shifts

Why Work With Us?

• Competitive hourly rate of 15.90 per hour
• Temp-to-perm opportunity offering long-term stability
• Full training and a clear pathway for career progression
• Supportive team environment

How to Apply

Apply online today, or contact Gi Group Bristol for more information:

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Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

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MES Implementation Lead Hybrid - Slough / Client Sites
We are recruiting for an MES Implementation Lead to support the delivery of manufacturing execution and shop floor digital systems across industrial production environments. This role is suited to someone with a background in industrial automation, MES, control systems and production line software who is comfortable working between operations, engineering and technical teams.

The work is focused on implementing and improving MES and related manufacturing systems used for line control, traceability, production visibility and process optimisation. You will take a leading role in understanding how production lines operate, translating operational requirements into system solutions, and supporting the delivery of systems that perform reliably in live manufacturing settings.

This is a hands on delivery role for someone who understands the manufacturing execution layer and how it connects shop floor equipment, control systems and wider business systems.

What you will be doing

• Work closely with customers and internal teams to understand manufacturing processes, line layouts, operational requirements and system challenges
• Lead the implementation, configuration and improvement of MES and shop floor systems within live production environments
• Deliver solutions for production tracking, traceability, data capture, inspection processes and operational visibility
• Support and guide integration between MES, PLC, SCADA, industrial data platforms and wider business systems such as ERP
• Contribute to functional analysis, solution design, testing, commissioning and go live activity
• Take ownership of resolving technical and operational issues affecting MES performance, system reliability and data quality
• Produce clear technical documentation, workflows and support material for users and internal teams
• Work closely with production, engineering, IT and quality teams to ensure systems align with how the factory operates
• Support and guide upgrades, enhancements and continuous improvement activity across manufacturing systems

What we are looking for

• Experience delivering or leading MES or manufacturing systems implementation within live production environments
• Strong understanding of shop floor operations, production lines and manufacturing execution systems
• Experience working with industrial automation and control systems, including exposure to PLC, SCADA or similar technologies
• Understanding of how manufacturing systems sit between shop floor equipment and enterprise systems
• Experience with system integration, industrial data flows and real time production information
• Strong technical problem solving skills and ability to work through issues in live operational settings
• Comfortable working with cross functional teams including operations, engineering, IT and quality
• Able to produce functional and technical documentation to support delivery and long term system use

Useful background

• Industrial automation
• MES delivery or support
• Production line software
• Manufacturing systems integration
• ISA95 aligned environments
• Process or discrete manufacturing
• Industry 4.0 or digital manufacturing projects

This role is likely to suit someone coming from

• MES Implementation Lead / Senior MES Engineer
• Manufacturing Systems Engineer
• Industrial Automation Engineer
• Controls and Manufacturing Systems Engineer
• Digital Manufacturing Engineer
• Industrial Software Engineer

If you have a background in MES or manufacturing systems and want to contribute to innovative, real world digital transformation projects we d love to hear from you.