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Mfp printer /hardware/computer field engineer - Glasgow
Global Technology Solutions Ltd
Glasgow
In office
Junior - Mid
£16/hour
RECENTLY POSTED

Pay Rate:

  • £16.09 per hour for the first 3 months
  • £16.41 per hour thereafter

Location : Field-based, Glasgow
Company Van: Provided
Employment Type: 6 month contract (inside IR35 Umbrella only)
Clearance: Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC)

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide break/fix support for printers, MFPs, laptops, desktops, and associated hardware.
  • Diagnose and repair devices to board level with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Deliver Level 1 deskside support for Windows-based systems.
  • Perform hands-and-feet network support, including troubleshooting connectivity issues, replacing equipment, and assisting remote teams with escalations.
  • Maintain accurate records of work completed, parts used, and updates within service management systems.
  • Ensure excellent customer service and communication at all times.
  • Travel to various customer locations across the UK as required.

Must Haves

  • Full UK driving licence (maximum 6 penalty points).
  • Legal right to work in the UK.
  • No restrictions preventing the attainment of SC Security Clearance.
  • Flexibility to work variable start/finish times as required by the business.

Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience as a printer and MFP engineer, including repair to board level.
  • Demonstrated ability to repair laptops and desktops to board level; vendor certifications (Lenovo, HP, Dell) highly advantageous.
  • Hands-on experience providing L1 deskside support in Windows environments.
  • Experience with hands-and-feet network support, including switch replacements, patching, and hardware swaps.
  • Strong problem-solving ability and confidence working independently.
  • Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.

Desirable

  • Vendor certifications (e.g., Lenovo, HP, Dell, Canon, Ricoh).
  • Experience working in multi-site field service roles.
Network Security Analyst
Des Scanlan IT Recruitment Ltd
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
£35,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Network Security Analyst Hybrid working North Cumbria - £35k + training + benefits + bonusTraining can be provided for Infrastructure Engineers with basic Cyber Security knowledge*

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-respected international company who are leaders in their field.

  • Are you an Infrastructure Engineer with a good grounding in Cyber Security?
  • Are you a Network Security Analyst looking for your next move?
  • Do you want to work for a market leader in their field?
  • Do you want to learn more Cyber Security skills and toolsets?

What will you be doing?

Were looking for a skilled and proactive Network Security Analystto join our IT team, supporting operations across the UK, Mexico, and Australia. Youll collaborate with colleagues to safeguard systems, data, and infrastructure, ensuring security, compliance, and resilience across our global footprint.

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor network and user activity using analysis tools; resolve or escalate issues/incidents as appropriate
  • Support the IT team in conducting security impact assessments
  • Assist with change management reviews where IT security may be affected
  • Promote and maintain security awareness across the organisation
  • Manage the IT Controls Assurance Program (ICAP) for internal auditing
  • Ensure adherence to global IT cybersecurity standards
  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of IT security policies and procedures
  • Provide guidance to ensure operational compliance with international governance standards, legislation, and business requirements
  • Advise on security issues and promote good IT practices

What skills and experience do you need?

Whilst ideally, we would like to find a Network Security Analyst who has all the following, we are realistic in looking at candidates who do not tick all of the boxes. The role will be fully mentored and comes with a training package, so have the basic skills and the right attitude is also an option.

Ideally, youll bring qualifications, understanding, or experience in some of the following:

  • IT operations, preferably with exposure to governance, internal audit, or cybersecurity
  • ISO 27001, GDPR, and risk management frameworks
  • Security tools for Vulnerability Management, SIEM, AV/EDR/XDR, and DLP (e.g., Splunk, Qualys, Defender, Purview, CrowdStrike)
  • Windows Server, Active Directory, and Microsoft 365 security
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., ISO, ISC2, ITIL, BCS, CompTIA) or a willingness to train for these certifications as part of your continuous professional development
  • Strong communication, analytical thinking, and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Familiarity with international standards and bodies such as ISO 27001, NCSC, Mitre, NIST, GDPR
  • A commitment to ongoing training and development in cybersecurity and IT governance
  • Experience in manufacturing is a plus, but not essential

What is in it for you?

One of the things my clients employees tell them is that they value is the genuine family feel of working at my client and the ability for each employee to add value to the business regardless of their level.

They have values which are central to all they do; Grow, Accountability, Collaboration and Integrity and are a very people-oriented organisation.

The salary for this role will be up to £35,500 (circa) depending on relevant experience. In addition to this they offer performance related pay and annual performance bonus so the ability to directly affect your reward is entirely in your hands.

Additionally, you will be given 25 days holiday(plus bank holidays), the ability to work from homeand enjoy flexible workinghours.

They offer a great salary sacrifice pensionwhere the company will match up to 9% of your contribution. They also offer income protection and a death in service benefit of four times your salary.

A Health Care Cash Planby Healthshield is provided to cover yourself and all dependent children up to the age of 21 (24 if in full time education). This can be upgraded as desired.

and even more benefits…

  • Big discounts in terms of instant vouchers, re-loadable cards and cash-back at hundreds of high street and online retailers
  • Additional holiday purchase of up to 5 days
  • Wellbeing portal which covers health, fitness and many tasty recipes
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Discounted Gym membership at the gym across the road; handy for those lunchtime sessions
  • Local discounts negotiated by request.
  • Onsite parking

If you can see how this would be a great career move, please do not hesitate to apply.

Commissioning Engineer
OAL Group
Peterborough
In office
Junior - Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED

Location: Peterborough based, PE2 6YN - Regular UK Travel Expected
Salary: Competitive, DOE + Excellent Benefits!
Contract: Full time, Permanent
Benefits: Company Van, Flexible Working, Generous Holiday Package, Pension Scheme, Death in Service Benefit, Continuous Learning (professional fees covered), Smart Health (24/7 online GP), Mental Health & Wellbeing Support

Founded in 1993, OAL is an innovative, family-owned engineering business based in Peterborough, driven by technology and a passion for transforming the food industry.

We specialise in AI, automation, and robotics solutions that help food manufacturers boost productivity, ensure compliance, and stay ahead of the curve.

Are you a skilled Commissioning Engineer with a passion for automation, problem-solving, and delivering exceptional customer service Join our team at OAL and help bring cutting-edge automation and control solutions to life for leading food manufacturers across the UK.

This is a hands-on, field-focused role where no two days are the same. You’ll play a crucial part in ensuring our innovative systems are commissioned safely, efficiently and to specification directly contributing to successful project delivery and customer satisfaction.

As a Commissioning Engineer, you’ll be the face of OAL on customer sites, working closely with Project Managers, engineering teams and production teams to commission automation systems within food manufacturing environments.

Based in Peterborough, the role involves regular travel (approx. 80% site-based), providing both technical expertise and exceptional customer support.

As our Commissioning Engineer you will:

Perform on-site commissioning activities in line with project requirements.
Collaborate with internal engineering and project teams to deliver systems on time and to spec.
Build strong customer relationships, ensuring minimal disruption to production during commissioning.
Provide training on systems and applications to customers.
Create and maintain all commissioning documentation.
Identify and troubleshoot faults, including implementing and testing modifications.
Offer technical support to internal teams and customers.
Contribute to continuous improvement of products, systems and processes.
Ensure all activities are executed safely and in line with company policies and risk assessments.
Maintain professional behaviour and promote OAL positively at all times.
Capture customer feedback and report business opportunities identified on site.
Support agreed budgets, timeframes, and project constraints.
Commit to ongoing personal development.

Key Experience & Skills

Essential

Degree or equivalent qualification in IT, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience with IT systems including Windows, networking and SQL.
Previous PLC experience.
Proven commissioning experience in an industrial or automation environment.
Strong communication, interpersonal and customer-facing skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Understanding of food manufacturing processes.
Full UK driving licence.
Willingness to travel and stay away from home as required.

It would be great if you had:

Automation or controls engineering experience.
Commissioning experience in food or FMCG environments.
Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.

Life at OAL

At OAL, we believe our people are key to our success. We expect everyone to act professionally, work collaboratively and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

At OAL, your ideas matter.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer - everyone is welcome!

Click on APPLY today. No agencies please!

Technical Specialist - Firewalls
Leicestershire County Council
Leicester
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
£35,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Technical Specialist Network and Firewall Engineer

£35,451 – £36,612 – plus benefits – Hybrid working pattern

Glenfield, Leicestershire

Your new company

Hays Recruitment have partnered with Leicestershire County Council in the search for a Technical Specialist with knowledge of firewalls. This is an ideal role if you are looking to expand and develop your knowledge of firewalls with plenty of development opportunities.

Working as part of a team of 4, you will be responsible for maintaining and supporting the IT infrastructure to ensure that services are reliable, resilient and provide value for money. You will be primarily responsible for the management, monitoring and upgrading of both on prem and virtual firewalls and perimeter security. You will be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of the concept and principles of firewalls. The team has a strong ethos of knowledge sharing to support in your development.

Your new role will involve:

The role encompasses the following

  • Support, configure and administer corporate firewall and perimeter security platforms
  • Liaise with customers and appropriate IT staff
  • Follow technical and security standards to ensure cost effective, secure and high availability of systems.
  • Support, install and implement IT infrastructure solutions
  • Configure, test and install operating systems and hardware using supplier recommendations and best practice across a range of platforms.
  • Assist in the design and build process of IT infrastructure solutions
  • Work in a team of IT technicians with a broad range of technologies including:
    • Hyper-Converged Systems (HCI)
    • Infrastructure Security
    • SQL Database Administration
    • System Backup Management & Administration
    • Server administration (Windows, Solaris, Linux, VMWare)
    • File Structure and Permission Management
    • Facilities Management
    • Security Testing
    • Disaster Recovery

What you need to succeed:

  • Strong understanding and interest in firewalls and networks
  • Demonstrable experience in perimeter security
  • Demonstrable experience with the principles and concepts of firewalls
  • Experience upgrading, managing and monitoring firewalls
  • Understanding of storage infrastructure
  • Understanding of virtual infrastructure
  • MS / SQL knowledge

There will be occasional out of hours requirements for planned works or major incidents, therefore you will need to be within an hour of the location and have your own transport.

Sponsorship is not available for this role

IS Systems Administrator
Consortium Professional Recruitment
Hull
Remote or hybrid
Junior - Mid
£35,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Job Title: IS Systems Administrator
Location: Remote with travel to Hull when required
Salary: Up to £38,000 plus 5% bonus

Build resilient systems. Enable people. Drive continuous improvement.
Consortium Professional Recruitment are pleased to be working with a well established and forward thinking organisation to recruit an IS Systems Administrator. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative IT function where your technical expertise will directly support operational performance and business continuity.

Working remotely with travel to Hull when required, due to this you will need to live in a commutable distance.
You will play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing core infrastructure. This IS Systems Administrator position offers hands on responsibility, exposure to a broad technology stack and the opportunity to contribute to ongoing system and service improvements.

The Opportunity:
As an IS Systems Administrator you will play a key role in:

  • Acting as an escalation point for infrastructure related issues, supporting the service desk and resolving more complex technical challenges
  • Managing day to day systems administration, maintenance, troubleshooting and break fix support across core infrastructure
  • Monitoring system performance, completing daily, weekly and monthly checks and ensuring compliance with internal standards and industry best practice
  • Supporting patching, vulnerability management, backups and restores to protect business critical systems
  • Collaborating with colleagues to plan and implement improvements to systems, services and processes
  • Your work will directly contribute to a secure, stable and high performing IT environment that enables teams across the business to operate effectively.

About You:
We are looking for someone who can bring:

  • Proven experience in a similar IS Systems Administrator or infrastructure support role
  • Strong knowledge of Windows Server 2016, 2019 and 2022, Microsoft Active Directory and Microsoft 365 including SharePoint and OneDrive
  • A solid understanding of networking fundamentals, security principles, anti virus management, patching and backup processes
  • Experience working with support desk and ticketing systems, with the confidence to act as a technical escalation point
  • A proactive and solutions focused approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Clear communication skills, excellent timekeeping and a flexible mindset when responding to change
  • Desirable experience includes PowerShell or other Microsoft scripting technologies, SQL knowledge, Citrix or Terminal Services and exposure to cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS.

The Benefits and Package:
In return, you will enjoy:

  • Salary up to £38,000 plus 5% bonus
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution, plus 4x death in service
  • Remote working with travel to Hull when required
  • A supportive and inclusive culture that values development, collaboration and continuous improvement

How to Apply:
This exciting IS Systems Administrator opportunity is being managed by Consortium Professional Recruitment, a trusted recruitment partner. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and want to make a meaningful impact as an IS Systems Administrator, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV attached.

Consortium Professional Recruitment Ltd are a professional level recruitment consultancy specialising in the delivery of high relevance recruitment services on behalf of our clients across the UK. We regularly receive large responses to our advertising which can make providing individual feedback to every applicant challenging. If you haven’t received a reply from us within 14 days of your application, we regret to say your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We have a policy of retaining your details for future vacancies unless you request otherwise.

Senior Software Developer
Spectrum It Recruitment Limited
London
In office
Senior
£100,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Excellent opportunity for a Senior Software Developer to play a key role in architecting, developing, and enhancing our clients in-house trading and research systems.

This is an opportunity to work on greenfield projects, influence architectural decisions, and directly impact systems that support real-world trading strategies. As a senior member of the team, you will contribute both technically and strategically, helping shape development standards, performance optimisation, and system scalability.

You will primarily work within a C# / .NET / SQL Server / ASP.NET ecosystem, developing high-performance, reliable, and maintainable applications.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain high-performance applications in C# and .NET

Lead architectural discussions and contribute to technical direction

Build scalable, reliable systems to support automated trading and research

Develop and optimise database solutions (SQL Server or equivalent)

Improve performance, reliability, and automation across systems

Mentor junior developers and promote best engineering practices

Participate in code reviews and enforce high standards of quality

Collaborate closely with researchers and traders to translate requirements into robust software solutions

Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes and tooling

Required Skills & Experience

BSc (or higher) in Computer Science or a related scientific discipline

Strong recent experience with C# and the latest .NET platform

5+ years of professional software development experience

Solid experience with SQL Server, Oracle, or equivalent relational databases

Strong understanding of object-oriented design principles and software architecture

Experience building production-grade, scalable systems

Fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills

High attention to detail and a thorough, analytical mindset

Desirable

Experience in multi-threaded and concurrent application development

Network programming experience (TCP/UDP)

Experience with distributed version control systems (Git)

Strong understanding of Windows technologies

Exposure to financial markets or trading systems

Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Contract Applications Developer - C++/Windows
Verso Recruitment
UK
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED

Job Title: Contract Applications Developer - C++/Windows
Location: Cambridge
Rate: We know rate transparency matters. While we can’t list a figure on this advert, we are more than happy to disclose immediately upon application
Employment Type: Contract - 6 Month Contract
Working Arrangements: Hybrid working (3 days on site, 2 from home)

A contract opportunity for an experienced Contract Applications Developer - C++/Windows to join a high‑performance engineering team in Cambridge, working on motor control, embedded systems, and cross‑platform development across Windows and Linux. This is an initial 6‑month contract with strong potential for extension.

You will develop and enhance software that drives complex motor‑control systems used in advanced engineering environments. The work involves low‑level control, real‑time performance, and robust cross‑platform implementation. Collaboration with electronics, firmware, and systems engineers is central to the role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain C++ applications for motor‑control systems
  • Implement and optimise algorithms for real‑time motor control
  • Develop software for Windows and Linux environments
  • Integrate software with motor drivers and controllers

Essential Skills and Experience

  • Strong commercial experience in modern C++ (C++14/17)
  • Proven background in motor control, motion systems, or embedded control loops
  • Confident working across Windows and Linux platforms
  • Experience with hardware interaction, device drivers, or real‑time systems
  • Solid understanding of multithreading, performance optimisation, and low‑level debugging
  • Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced R&D environment

This contract does not accept candidates operating through a Personal Service Company (PSC). Therefore, you will be required to work through an Umbrella company.

For more information, please contact Cathy Swain.
T: 01582 350053
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Messaging Engineer
DGH Recruitment Ltd.
London
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£70,000 - £76,000
RECENTLY POSTED

DGH Recruitment are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading client in the professional services industry who require a Messaging Engineer to join the firm in London on an initial 12 month fixed term basis.

Please note this role will require 3 days in the London office per week.

Responsibilities:

* Responsible for evaluating new messaging systems and technologies to save time, increase service levels and reduce costs.
* Responsible for contributing to assigned projects to support delivery of new messaging services to the business.
* Responsible for providing support to users on software platforms supported by the Messaging team
* Responsible for resolving incidents relating to messaging services in accordance with the Messaging Service Level Agreement and escalating where appropriate

Key Skills:

* In-depth experience of Windows Server and Active Directory
* In-depth experience of Microsoft Exchange 2019/SE (3+ years)
* In-depth experience of Exchange Online and Intune
* Knowledge of email archiving products, such as Enterprise Vault, is desirable
* Exposure to mobility solutions, such as MobileIron
* Familiarity with cloud-based email filtering services such as Microsoft Exchange Online Protection
* Familiarity with Microsoft Teams
* Ability to write PowerShell scripts to automate system administration tasks is desirable

Messaging Engineer

In accordance with the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this position is advertised based upon DGH Recruitment Limited having first sought approval of its client to find candidates for this position.

DGH Recruitment Limited acts as both an Employment Agency and Employment Business

Messaging Engineer
Picture More Ltd
London
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£70,000 - £76,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Are you an experienced Messaging Engineer who enjoys supporting the delivery, maintenance and enhancement of platforms and services in a demanding messaging environment?

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Messaging Engineer to join a global professional services organisation for a 12 month initial fixed term contract. In this role you will play a key part in ensuring the stability, performance and future development of our clients messaging infrastructure as well as providing expert technical support and guidance across the business.

The role will involve:

  • Evaluating new messaging systems and technologies to save time, increase service levels and reduce costs
  • Contributing to assigned projects to support delivery of new messaging services to the business
  • Providing support to users on software platforms supported by the Messaging team
  • Resolving incidents relating to messaging services in accordance with the Messaging Service Level Agreement and escalating where appropriate
  • Being a technical escalation contact for enquiries and issues related to messaging services from users, more junior team members and Service Desk and desk-side support teams
  • Performing preventative maintenance
  • Maintaining inventory information and complying with software licensing agreements

What We’re Looking For:

  • Proven background working as a Messaging Engineer within large scale environments
  • Strong experience with Microsoft Exchange 2019/SE and Exchange Online
  • In-depth experience of Windows Server and Active Directory
  • Familiarity with cloud-based email filtering services such as Microsoft Exchange Online Protection
  • Ability to write PowerShell scripts to automate system administration tasks is desirable
  • Good understanding of the principles of email systems, security processes, best practices, backup procedures, and networks

Key Details:

  • 35 hours per week on a shift pattern covering 7:30am - 6:00pm with flexibility in accordance with the needs of the business
  • Hybrid working - 3 days a week in the office in Central London

Interested? If you’re an experienced Messaging Engineer open to a new exciting role then we would love to hear from you. Hit apply and one of our experienced team will be in touch to discuss in more detail.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Engineer with shift allowance
The Sales Recruitment Network
Manchester
In office
Junior - Mid
£30,000

Our dynamic client is looking for an Electro-MechanicalEngineer, based in Manche.Our clients are global leaders in their field, providing secure products and services across financial sector, based in UK and Ireland. They are looking to recruit a rotation-based Electro- Mechanical Engineer to join their Engineering Team to work on planned maintenance and reactive breakdown repair of Production equipment. Lone working within a secure environment, customer facing, only representative of the our client on the sites.

The electro-mechanical engineer will be required to work with the other engineer on rotating weekly shifts (06:00 14:00 and/or 07:00 15:00) and be involved with the servicing, repair and physical installation requirements on site. All associated administrative duties such as repair logs and stock movements must be completed to a high standard and in a professional manner. The sites operates on a shift system Monday to Friday basis, and therefore Production equipment availability is paramount. The successful candidate must be able to work to tight timeframes in a safe and responsible manner, have a quick & analytical mindset and be able to apply fixes to ensure equipment downtime is minimised.

Electro Mechanical EngineerPosition Overview

  • Safe and considered methods of working
  • Servicing / planned maintenance of Production equipment
  • Reactive repair of Production equipment
  • Assistance in installation and commissioning of new equipment
  • Fault finding and root cause analysis
  • Effective hand-over of repaired equipment to Production Operators
  • Management of stock
  • Completion of all required paperwork
  • Ensuring adherence to manufacturer’s specifications and other regulatory bodies

Electro Mechanical EngineerPosition Requirements

  • Formal Electrical/Mechanical qualification desired
  • Experience carrying out fault finding on electrical circuits (inc. single phase HV kit)
  • Mechanical maintenance experience essential (motors, gears, encoders, bearings, clutches, etc.)
  • In-depth control systems knowledge and understanding highly desirable
  • Computer literate Windows, excel, word etc. A knowledge of DOS would be advantageous but not essential
Software Engineer
Matchtech
Portsmouth
Hybrid
Graduate - Junior
£50,000 - £70,000

About the Role:
We are seeking talented Software Engineers at various experience levels to join our UK-based software development team. The successful candidates will design, implement, and maintain high-quality software solutions in an agile environment. You will work primarily in C++ using modern tools and open source frameworks, contributing to innovative software for advanced navigation and important systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Capture and evaluate technical requirements, estimating delivery timescales and milestones.

Design, implement, and maintain software across back end, communication infrastructure, and client-server applications.

Develop front-end graphical user interfaces.

Conduct software testing, including unit tests and simulations; document results.

Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and processes to maintain high standards of software quality.

Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of projects.

Essential Skills & Experience:

Proficiency in C++ and object-oriented programming.

Strong debugging, fault isolation, and problem-solving abilities.

Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns.

Experience with code configuration management systems (e.g., Subversion).

Understanding of network programming, data serialization, and database design/administration.

Front-end UI design and development experience.

Familiarity with component-based development concepts (e.g., SOA, UI plugins).

Ability to develop communication links to third-party sensors or software applications (e.g., cameras, radar trackers).

Effective collaboration within agile (SCRUM) teams; ability to work with initiative.

Commitment to continuous learning and keeping up to date with new technologies.

Desired Technologies:

C++, Qt Framework, QML, STL, XML, ACE, POCO, GStreamer.

Network programming (UDP/TCP).

PostgreSQL or similar database systems.

Cross-platform build tools (MPC, CMake).

Operating systems: Windows, Linux.

Experience with publish-subscribe middleware architectures such as DDS.

Education:

Degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.

Benefits:

Salary range: £50,000-£70,000 per year.

Company pension and life assurance.

Private medical insurance.

25 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays.

Flexible working hours and hybrid/remote options.

Professional development and training opportunities.

Flexible benefits including electric vehicle, cycle-to-work scheme, and tech vouchers.

Option to trade up to 5 days of annual leave

C# / .NET Software Engineer
Avanti Recruitment
Wakefield
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£45,000 - £50,000

Internal Production Systems Wakefield £45,000 to £55,000 A leading UK-based technology manufacturer in Wakefield is seeking a C#/.NET Software Engineer to take ownership of a mission-critical internal deployment system that powers a high-volume production environment. This is not a SaaS or customer-facing product role. This is an opportunity to work on a business-critical internal platform that directly controls how hundreds of bespoke systems are built and configured every day. The Role You will be responsible for maintaining and evolving a custom-built Windows deployment platform used on a live production line. The system intelligently adapts to each individual build, handling dynamic driver injection, automated OEM software installation, Windows licence injection, PXE-based imaging and integration with internal order management systems. You will work closely with internal development, production and operations teams to improve automation, increase efficiency and reduce manual intervention across the manufacturing process. This is a hands-on role with genuine ownership and real-world impact. Your work will directly influence production throughput and system reliability. Tech Stack \* C# \* .NET \* WPF \* PowerShell \* MVVM \* Windows ADK \* PXE boot imaging \* Azure DevOps \* Git \* Azure and Linux environments What We’re Looking For \* 2+ years’ experience as a Software Engineer \* Strong C# and .NET development experience \* Experience working with complex, long-lived codebases \* Confident troubleshooting and debugging skills \* Comfortable taking ownership of a critical internal system \* Right to work in the UK without sponsorship Desirable experience includes Windows deployment technologies, driver management, hardware ecosystems or experience within production or manufacturing environments. The Environment \* Wakefield, West Yorkshire \* Primarily onsite due to the nature of the production system \* Potential flexibility for 1 day per week working from home \* Salary £45,000 to £55,000 If this position is of interest, please apply now for immediate consideration

Technical Design & Estimating Engineer Architectural Systems
MAA International Ltd
Glasgow
In office
Mid - Senior
£50,000

We are seeking an experienced Technical Design & Estimating Engineer to join a growing Glasgow-based team delivering complex architectural systems projects.

This role combines technical design expertise with commercial awareness, supporting projects from tender through to fabrication. You will develop practical design solutions, produce accurate drawings and prepare competitive, compliant quotations while working closely with clients, suppliers and internal fabrication teams.

Main Responsibilities:

Design & Technical

  • Preparing faade and shop drawings using AutoCAD
  • Developing details for curtain walling, punched windows, fixed lights and door ironmongery
  • Interpreting architectural and structural drawings to produce coordinated faade designs
  • Applying faade principles including glass specification, wind and barrier loads, weathering, drainage and thermal performance
  • Liaising with design office and fabrication teams to deliver buildable, practical solutions
  • Supporting design approvals, revisions and technical submissions

Estimating & Commercial

  • Reviewing tender documents, drawings and specifications to determine scope
  • Preparing detailed cost estimates and quotations for faade packages
  • Carrying out material take-offs from drawings
  • Obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations
  • Identifying risks, assumptions, exclusions and opportunities for value engineering
  • Preparing and submitting tender documentation to deadlines
  • Assisting with project handover following successful tenders

Essential Requirements

  • 510 years experience in faades (design, estimating or combined roles)
  • Strong background in steel faade systems (aluminium systems also considered)
  • High proficiency in AutoCAD and the ability to interpret architectural/structural drawings
  • Good understanding of faade performance, loads, interfaces and waterproofing
  • Strong numeracy, commercial awareness and analytical skills
  • Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing with internal and external stakeholders
  • High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple live workloads

Preffered Experience

  • Exposure to Schco UK systems and Jansen steel systems
  • Experience with SchCal and/or LogiKal for design and pricing
  • Strong Excel skills or similar estimating tools
  • Experience with manufacturing and fabrication processes
  • Familiarity with CWCT guidance, relevant BS/EN standards and UK Building Regulations relating to faades

Hours

Mon-Fri role

9am to 5pm

Salary

£40-50k (movement is possible on this range for the right candidate)

Please do hesitate to call for a confidential chat with one of our experienced recruiters.

MAA International Ltd (Engineering Recruitment) are based in Motherwell, supplying quality people in the central belt of Scotland. We act as a Recruitment Agency and as an Employment Business, dealing with roles that are permanent, temporary and contract.

Lead Desktop Support Analyst - Bradford onsite - £40 -50k
Exalto Consulting
Yorkshire
In office
Senior
£40,000 - £50,000

Lead Desktop Support Analyst (West Yorkshire)

Salary: £45,000 - 50,000
Working pattern: Full time on site, 5 days per week

Exalto Consulting is recruiting a Lead Desktop Support Analyst to take ownership of day to day deskside support and act as an escalation point for more complex issues. You ll help set standards, coach others, and improve the consistency and quality of end user support.

What you ll be doing

  • Leading day to day ticket flow, prioritisation, and service performance against SLAs
  • Acting as escalation for complex desktop, laptop, and user services issues
  • Coaching and supporting other analysts, improving knowledge sharing and ways of working
  • Improving processes, documentation, and standard operating procedures
  • Coordinating IMAC activity, device lifecycle work, and site support requirements
  • Working closely with wider IT teams and suppliers to resolve issues and prevent recurrence

What you ll bring

  • Strong hands on EUC and desktop support experience in a structured support environment
  • Advanced troubleshooting across Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365, Active Directory
  • Experience with SCCM and or Intune and a solid approach to device management
  • Confidence leading by example, coordinating workloads, and supporting team development
  • Strong stakeholder skills, able to explain issues clearly and manage expectations
Temporary Entry Level IT Support - Ongoing
Elizabeth Michael Associates LTD
Nottingham
In office
Graduate - Junior
£13/hour

Temporary Entry Level IT Support Ongoing
NG7, Nottingham
£13.25 per hour We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for a customer-focused Entry Level IT Support professional to provide ongoing temporary cover while they recruit for a permanent IT Technician. This is a hands-on, first-line support role, ideal for someone at the beginning of their IT career who enjoys supporting others and resolving technical issues in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities:

  • Providing first line IT support, including password resets and basic troubleshooting
  • Logging, tracking and escalating technical issues to second and third line support
  • Delivering excellent customer service to internal users
  • Shipping and receiving IT equipment
  • Updating and maintaining the IT asset register
  • Assisting with general IT administration tasks

The Ideal Candidate Will:

  • Have strong customer service skills with a friendly and approachable manner
  • Possess a basic understanding of IT systems (e.g. Windows, Microsoft 365, hardware setup)
  • Be organised and methodical with good attention to detail
  • Communicate confidently with users at all levels
  • Be eager to develop a long-term career within IT

If you are looking to gain valuable hands-on IT experience and build your career within a supportive environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this immediate opportunity. EMA25

Security Consultant
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Knutsford
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£400/day - £465/day

Role Title: CISO Security Consultant

Location: Knutsford, Cheshire/ Hybrid - 2/3 days per week onsite

Duration: 8 months

Rate: 465 per day inside ir35

We’re looking for a proactive Security Consultant to assess, design, and strengthen secure systems across infrastructure and applications. You’ll bring hands-on expertise in areas such as networking, application security, pentesting, databases, or operating systems (Linux/Windows), along with a strong grasp of risk management and secure design principles.

CISSP is highly desirable (additional certifications a bonus). Strong analytical skills, clear communication, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are essential. Familiarity with MS Office, Confluence, and Jira is advantageous.

Role Description

As a Security Consultant, you will work closely with clients and internal teams to assess, design, and enhance secure systems. You will provide expert guidance across infrastructure, applications, and enterprise environments, ensuring best practices and industry standards are consistently applied.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Strong experience in at least one of the following areas:
  • Computer networking
  • Application security
  • Cryptography (desirable but not essential)
  • Penetration testing
  • Databases
  • Operating systems (Linux and/or Windows)
  • Solid understanding of security principles, risk management, and secure design
  • Ability to assess vulnerabilities and recommend practical remediation strategies
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Certifications

  • CISSP certification is highly desirable
  • Additional security certifications (e.g., CEH, CISM, OSCP, Security+) would be advantageous

Desirable IT Skills

  • Proficiency in MS Office
  • Experience using Confluence
  • Familiarity with Jira

What We’re Looking For

  • A proactive and detail-oriented professional
  • Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills
  • A commitment to continuous learning and professional development
Contract Applications Developer - C++/Windows
Verso Recruitment Group
Cambridgeshire
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary

Job Title: Contract Applications Developer - C++/Windows
Location: Cambridge
Rate: We know rate transparency matters. While we can t list a figure on this advert, we are more than happy to disclose immediately upon application
Employment Type: Contract - 6 Month Contract
Working Arrangements: Hybrid working (3 days on site, 2 from home)

A contract opportunity for an experienced Contract Applications Developer - C++/Windows to join a high performance engineering team in Cambridge, working on motor control, embedded systems, and cross platform development across Windows and Linux. This is an initial 6 month contract with strong potential for extension.

You will develop and enhance software that drives complex motor control systems used in advanced engineering environments. The work involves low level control, real time performance, and robust cross platform implementation. Collaboration with electronics, firmware, and systems engineers is central to the role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain C++ applications for motor control systems
  • Implement and optimise algorithms for real time motor control
  • Develop software for Windows and Linux environments
  • Integrate software with motor drivers and controllers

Essential Skills and Experience

  • Strong commercial experience in modern C++ (C+/17)
  • Proven background in motor control, motion systems, or embedded control loops
  • Confident working across Windows and Linux platforms
  • Experience with hardware interaction, device drivers, or real time systems
  • Solid understanding of multithreading, performance optimisation, and low level debugging
  • Ability to work independently in a fast paced R&D environment

This contract does not accept candidates operating through a Personal Service Company (PSC). Therefore, you will be required to work through an Umbrella company.

For more information, please contact Cathy Swain.
T: (phone number removed)
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Senior Software Developer
Spectrum IT Recruitment
London
In office
Senior
£100,000 - £120,000

Excellent opportunity for a Senior Software Developer to play a key role in architecting, developing, and enhancing our clients in-house trading and research systems.

This is an opportunity to work on greenfield projects, influence architectural decisions, and directly impact systems that support real-world trading strategies. As a senior member of the team, you will contribute both technically and strategically, helping shape development standards, performance optimisation, and system scalability.

You will primarily work within a C# / .NET / SQL Server / ASP.NET ecosystem, developing high-performance, reliable, and maintainable applications.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain high-performance applications in C# and .NET
  • Lead architectural discussions and contribute to technical direction
  • Build scalable, reliable systems to support automated trading and research
  • Develop and optimise database solutions (SQL Server or equivalent)
  • Improve performance, reliability, and automation across systems
  • Mentor junior developers and promote best engineering practices
  • Participate in code reviews and enforce high standards of quality
  • Collaborate closely with researchers and traders to translate requirements into robust software solutions
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes and tooling

Required Skills & Experience

  • BSc (or higher) in Computer Science or a related scientific discipline
  • Strong recent experience with C# and the latest .NET platform
  • 5+ years of professional software development experience
  • Solid experience with SQL Server, Oracle, or equivalent relational databases
  • Strong understanding of object-oriented design principles and software architecture
  • Experience building production-grade, scalable systems
  • Fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • High attention to detail and a thorough, analytical mindset

Desirable

  • Experience in multi-threaded and concurrent application development
  • Network programming experience (TCP/UDP)
  • Experience with distributed version control systems (Git)
  • Strong understanding of Windows technologies
  • Exposure to financial markets or trading systems

Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

IT Engineer
Hunter Selection
Gloucester
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
£25,000 - £30,000

2nd line 30k Bristol On site, hybrid after probation Benefits: 25 days holiday Buy and sell additional holiday Hybrid working after probation Flexible hours EAP, and more I am working with a client in Bristol who are looking for an IT technician to join the team. You will be responsible for IT support across the organisation. This role will give you a lot of autonomy and freedom, managing the IT within. You will have support from two others, but the bulk of IT support will come from you. You will have an MSP to support in escalated issues. A lot of what you deal with will be first and some second line support. This is an internally focussed role. Perhaps you are working at an MSP and would prefer to focus on internal tickets, taking ownership and seeing the outcome of the work that you do. You should be someone that enjoys speaking with stakeholders and comes across as approachable. Experience needed: Good communication skills MS Entra, Active Directory Windows OS, Apple IOS and Android InTune, MDM 365 Admin Centre MS Exchange Device reimaging Ticketing software Hybrid environments - Cloud and on premise Desirable: PowerShell Networking experience, or certification This is an urgent vacancy, looking to have someone in place asap. If you are interested then please apply quoting reference AR(phone number removed) Active Directory, Entra ID, EntraID, First line, second line, IT support, 365 administration, 365 admin, Microsoft 365, AD, Azure, AWS, Windows 11, Android, MDM, IOS, ticketing, tickets, hybrid, cloud, on premise, on prem, Active Directory, Entra ID, EntraID, First line, second line, IT support, 365 administration, 365 admin, Microsoft 365, AD, Azure, AWS, Windows 11, Android, MDM, IOS, ticketing, tickets, hybrid, cloud, on premise, on prem, Active Directory, Entra ID, EntraID, First line, second line, IT support, 365 administration, 365 admin, Microsoft 365, AD, Azure, AWS, Windows 11, Android, MDM, IOS, ticketing, tickets, hybrid, cloud, on premise, on prem, Active Directory, Entra ID, EntraID, First line, second line, IT support, 365 administration, 365 admin, Microsoft 365, AD, Azure, AWS, Windows 11, Android, MDM, IOS, ticketing, tickets, hybrid, cloud, on premise, on prem, Active Directory, Entra ID, EntraID, First line, second line, IT support, 365 administration, 365 admin, Microsoft 365, AD, Azure, AWS, Windows 11, Android, MDM, IOS, ticketing, tickets, hybrid, cloud, on premise, on prem If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'. Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors. *Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.* *For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.*

DBA Specialist
Experis
Winchester
In office
Mid - Senior
£425/day - £465/day
+4

5 days on-site in Hursley or Leicester

12 months

SC Clearance required

UMBRELLA Only

Role Description:

  • We are seeking a skilled and experienced Database Administrator (DBA) Specialist to join our team.
  • The DBA Specialist will be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and performance of our critical database systems.
  • This role requires a deep understanding of database technologies, strong problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to ensuring data integrity and availability.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain database schemas, tables, indexes, and stored procedures.
  • Ensure database scalability and performance.
  • Perform routine database maintenance tasks, including backups, restores, and patching.
  • Monitor database performance and troubleshoot issues.
  • Manage database security and access control. Implement and maintain high availability and disaster recovery solutions.

Required Skills:

  • Proven experience as a DBA Specialist or similar role.
  • Strong understanding of database concepts and principles.
  • Proficiency in one or more database management systems (e.g., Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
  • Experience with database performance tuning and optimization.
  • Knowledge of database security best practices.
  • Familiarity with cloud-based database services (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database, Google Cloud SQL) is a plus.
  • Experience with scripting languages (esp. PowerShell) is highly desirable.
  • Experience with database replication, high availability, and disaster recovery solutions.
  • Awareness of Apache Tomcat & JVM
  • Experience of overcoming VLDB challenges.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Detail-oriented and organized.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
  • Strong understanding of SQL.
  • Knowledge of operating systems, such as Linux and Windows.
  • Experience with Automation such as Ansible.
  • Some working knowledge of NetAPP OnTap and SnapCenter is highly desirable.

All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!

3rd Line Support Engineer
ECS Resource Group Ltd
London
In office
Mid - Senior
£270/day

3rd Line Microsoft Engineer

Location: Belgravia, London (5x days onsite per week)

Day Rate: 270.00 per day

Length: 3 months

About the Role

We’re looking for a highly skilled 3rd Line Microsoft Engineer to join our growing IT & Cloud Services team. This is a hands-on technical role where you’ll act as an escalation point for complex issues, drive Microsoft cloud adoption, and help enhance our modern workplace environment. You’ll play a key part in supporting, securing, and optimising our Microsoft ecosystem - with a strong focus on Entra ID, Intune, PowerShell, Azure services, and email security (Mimecast).

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Acting as a senior escalation point for 2nd Line teams and resolving complex Microsoft-related incidents.
  • Administering, managing, and troubleshooting Entra ID (Azure AD) including conditional access, identity protection, authentication and SSO.
  • Creating, deploying, and managing Intune policies, configuration profiles, compliance policies, and application deployments.
  • Developing and maintaining PowerShell scripts to automate tasks and improve service efficiency.
  • Supporting and administering Mimecast including policies, mail flow, security setups, impersonation protection and overall email continuity.
  • Managing Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365, Exchange Online and related cloud services.
  • Participating in project work such as cloud migrations, security uplift programmes, and endpoint modernisation.
  • Ensuring systems follow security best practices and compliance standards.
  • Documenting solutions, creating runbooks, and contributing to continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong background in 3rd Line / Senior Support roles
  • Deep knowledge of Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Azure AD, and modern identity/security
  • Hands-on experience building and configuring policies in Microsoft Intune
  • Solid PowerShell scripting skills
  • Experience supporting and configuring Mimecast
  • Strong understanding of Windows client OS, device management, Exchange Online, and cloud security

ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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