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Allerton Waste Recovery Park, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom Job Description Posted Tuesday 5 August 2025 at 00:00 Expires Sunday 24 August 2025 at 23:59 At Thalia, we're looking for a Principal Process Engineer to join our senior site team and drive excellence across our operation at Allerton Waste Recovery Park. This is a career-defining opportunity for a chartered engineer with a flair for optimisation, a deep technical background, and the ability to influence and collaborate across diverse functions. The Role As Principal Process Engineer, you'll be the technical authority on process performance across your site - leading root cause analysis, influencing capital project design, and driving operational sustainability. You'll also play a pivotal role in process safety, performance reporting, regulatory support, and innovation. This is a visible, strategic position where your engineering insight directly informs decision-making, investment cases, and continuous improvement at scale. Location: Allerton Waste Recovery Park, Moor Lane, Knaresborough, HG5 0SD The Responsibilities Be the site expert in process technology and performance. Optimise plant operations for cost-effectiveness, stability, and sustainability. Investigate and resolve process-related issues through root cause analysis. Lead the development and ownership of Process Safety Management and Management of Change. Translate data into performance planning, improvement actions, and business insight. Collaborate with stakeholders across operations, maintenance, compliance, and procurement. The Person You are a chartered engineer with: Experience as a Principal Engineer in an operational setting. Hands-on understanding of risk management, process control, and unit operations. A pragmatic mindset, able to solve complex problems and communicate technical issues clearly. Strong analytical, interpersonal, and planning skills. An ability to draw insight from other sectors and apply it to waste and energy operations. Benefits Entry into Company bonus scheme - up to 10% Contributory pension up to 8% Private medical cover (single) Company car or car allowance (£493 per month) 25 days annual leave Annual opportunity to buy additional annual leave (up to 5 days) Life assurance: 4 x annual salary Flexible benefits through Bravo Benefits, including health, wellbeing, and lifestyle options. Free parking Our Business At Thalia Waste Management, we are creating a future to be proud of. We develop innovative waste-to-energy solutions across our four strategic sites in North Yorkshire, Milton Keynes, Cambridgeshire, and the Isle of Wight. Our technologies include mechanical and biological treatment, energy from waste, recycling, in-vessel composting, thermal treatment, small-scale energy solutions, and anaerobic digestion. We process approximately 300,000 tonnes of waste annually, generating energy equivalent to about 600 million solar panels, and recycle around 95,000 tonnes of waste yearly. Inclusion and Diversity We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We consider skills and passion alongside experience and offer flexible working arrangements. As a Disability Confident employer, we provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process and employment. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Compliance Tax Manager-Maternity Contract Virtual Job Description Posted Wednesday 27 August 2025 at 00:00 Expires Sunday 14 September 2025 at 23:59 The Opportunity Are you a seasoned tax professional looking to make a significant impact? Thalia invites you to step into the role of Group Tax Compliance Manager covering a 12 month maternity period. This is your chance to spearhead both direct and indirect tax compliance, planning, and reporting initiatives. You'll also play a key role in the production of statutory accounts. This full-time, permanent position offers the flexibility of remote work, with occasional visits to our Waste Treatment Plants and parent head office in Chiswick. Key Responsibilities Ensure full compliance with all direct and indirect tax obligations. Strategic Reporting: Prepare and file tax returns while developing robust systems for tax reporting. HMRC Liaison: Act as the primary contact for tax inquiries with HMRC. Project Bid Support: Collaborate with contract teams to optimize tax efficiency in project bids. Cash Flow Management: Oversee tax payments and cash flow reporting. Financial Reporting: Contribute to the production of monthly management accounts and statutory accounts. Additional Duties: From CIS Tax reporting to PAYE and NI issues, your role will be multifaceted. Although prior experience in these areas is not essential. The Person Qualifications Skills Proficient in IT tools like Excel, Word, and ERP systems Exceptional ability to manage details while focusing on the broader strategy Extensive experience in Corporation Tax and indirect tax, preferably in a similar business environment or a large/mid-tier accountancy firm. Proven track record in financial reporting and familiarity with tax laws and regulations. Strong knowledge in Corporation Tax, VAT, and relevant accounting standards. Teamwork and relationship-building skills Proactive approach to staying updated in your technical area Commercial awareness with a focus on risk and value to the business Ability to work autonomously and manage resources effectively to meet deadlines Exceptional attention to detail and strong communication skills Our Business At Thalia Waste Management, we are creating a future to be proud of. We think differently, questioning everything, enabling us to develop progressive waste into energy solutions and services. Being motivated, tackling problems together, inspiring others to take responsibility, making a difference, being ambitious and contributing value. We operate the best technology available across our four strategic sites in North Yorkshire, Milton Keynes, Cambridgeshire and the Isle of Wight. Our technology includes everything from mechanical and biological treatment, traditional mass-burn energy from waste and material recycling technologies to in-vessel composting, advanced thermal treatment, innovative small-scale energy from waste and anaerobic digestion. In a single year we process 300,000 tonnes of waste that is turned into energy. This generates the same amount of energy as approximately 600 million solar panels. Similarly we recycle circa 95,000 tonnes of waste. Inclusion At Thalia Waste Management, we work hard to make sure we are an inclusive and diverse place to work. This means we don't just look at your CV, we're focused on who you are, your skills and passion that can be brought to Thalia Waste Management. We know and understand that everyone is different and has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working and any adjustments that could be needed. We'll do all that we can to support everyone from their first contact with us. For any support or adjustments needed through our recruitment process, please speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. As a Disability ConfidentEmployer, we will make sure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Job Description People Partner (12-Month Maternity Cover) Location: Ideally based around Milton Keynes, Cambridgeshire (with regular travel, including to our Isle of Wight contract) Contract: Fixed-term, 12 months At Thalia, we're not just managing waste, we're transforming it into energy and sustainable solutions. We're looking for a commercially minded People Partner to join our team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional who thrives on partnering with leaders, driving change, and shaping people strategies that make a real impact. About the role As People Partner, you will work closely with our People & Communications Director and business leaders to deliver proactive, value-added HR solutions. You'll act as a trusted advisor, guiding managers through complex people challenges while supporting our growth agenda. Key responsibilities: Partnering with leadership to deliver people plans aligned to business objectives Managing high-level employee relations matters, coaching managers, and supporting the ER Adviser in managing caseloads Supporting organisational design, cost-saving initiatives, redundancies, TUPE transfers and performance improvement Embedding inclusion and engagement strategies across contracts Building relationships with trade unions and ensuring employee voice is heard Collaborating with People Services, L&D, Recruitment, and Communications to deliver a joined-up HR offering We're looking for someone who is: Commercially focused, with proven experience as a HR Business Partner/People Partner Skilled in TUPE, restructures, redundancies, cost savings and Employee Relations Strong in Employee Relations, with the ability to mentor and support an ER Adviser Experienced in reward (desirable) Confident in partnering with senior leaders and driving organisational change A skilled coach and communicator who builds trust quickly Flexible and resilient, with the ability to travel frequently (2-3 days a week at sites) Ideally CIPD qualified (or equivalent experience) Our Business At Thalia Waste Management, we are creating a future to be proud of. We think differently, questioning everything, enabling us to develop progressive waste into energy solutions and services. Being motivated, tackling problems together, inspiring others to take responsibility, making a difference, being ambitious and contributing value. We operate the best technology available across our four strategic sites in North Yorkshire, Milton Keynes, Cambridgeshire and the Isle of Wight. Our technology includes everything from mechanical and biological treatment, traditional mass-burn energy from waste and material recycling technologies to in-vessel composting, advanced thermal treatment, innovative small-scale energy from waste and anaerobic digestion. In a single year we process 300,000 tonnes of waste that is turned into energy. This generates the same amount of energy as approximately 600 million solar panels. Similarly we recycle circa 95,000 tonnes of waste. Inclusion At Thalia Waste Management, we work hard to make sure we are an inclusive and diverse place to work. This means we don't just look at your CV, we're focused on who you are, your skills and passion that can be brought to Thalia Waste Management. We know and understand that everyone is different and has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working and any adjustments that could be needed! We'll do all that we can to support everyone from their first contact with us. For any support or adjustments needed through our recruitment process, please speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will make sure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.