Robertson Stewart Limited T/A Robertson Stewart Recruitment
An incrediblyrare oportunity has been created to appoint a Senior MEP professional to step in as an MEP Contracts Director / MEP Project Director. This genuinely stable,dynamic successful organisation specialise in Mechanical and Electrical installations up to an industrial level. Therefore, we seek those who have an industrial M&E / MEP background to qualify for this role. Candidates sought will be based or commutable to Bristol / Avon You will be a highly experienced and professional character equipped with an already impressive track record and background in Mechanical & Electrical Services / M&E / Building Services, capable and proven to take ownership of schemes up to £20M and beyond. Being very much client side, you will be approachable and mannered with integrity whilst you will also be a strong leader capable of managing multidisciplinary teams. Your commercial acumen will be first class, with a finger on the pulse in depth knowledge of UK building regulations, MEP systemsand construction methodologies as you would expect at this level. You will be a great mentor managing Project Managers and other support staff, whilst also liaising with Consultants, sub contractors and specialist Engineers. Responsible for procurement, this is a vital part of your previous experience, as well as driving commercial performance, cost control, technical elements, safety, risk management and quality standards. This award winning specialist contractor can offer you real scope to carve out your career further. Should you be at this level or are JUST about to step into it, then we want tohear from you in the first instance. When submitting your CV, please ensure it is up to date and shows all the relevant experience you have to secure the best chance of an interview. JBRP1_UKTJ
Mar 08, 2026
Full time
An incrediblyrare oportunity has been created to appoint a Senior MEP professional to step in as an MEP Contracts Director / MEP Project Director. This genuinely stable,dynamic successful organisation specialise in Mechanical and Electrical installations up to an industrial level. Therefore, we seek those who have an industrial M&E / MEP background to qualify for this role. Candidates sought will be based or commutable to Bristol / Avon You will be a highly experienced and professional character equipped with an already impressive track record and background in Mechanical & Electrical Services / M&E / Building Services, capable and proven to take ownership of schemes up to £20M and beyond. Being very much client side, you will be approachable and mannered with integrity whilst you will also be a strong leader capable of managing multidisciplinary teams. Your commercial acumen will be first class, with a finger on the pulse in depth knowledge of UK building regulations, MEP systemsand construction methodologies as you would expect at this level. You will be a great mentor managing Project Managers and other support staff, whilst also liaising with Consultants, sub contractors and specialist Engineers. Responsible for procurement, this is a vital part of your previous experience, as well as driving commercial performance, cost control, technical elements, safety, risk management and quality standards. This award winning specialist contractor can offer you real scope to carve out your career further. Should you be at this level or are JUST about to step into it, then we want tohear from you in the first instance. When submitting your CV, please ensure it is up to date and shows all the relevant experience you have to secure the best chance of an interview. JBRP1_UKTJ
Senior Recruitment Consultant Portsmouth - £28,500 starting basic salary plus Uncapped Commission = Realistic OTE up to £60,000 - £80,000 Per Annum + Are you looking for a career that unlocks unlimited earning potential, regular incentives and a constant flow of rewards just for doing your job? We re currently looking to grow our Engineering Division so we re on the lookout for a Senior Recruitment Consultant to join us on a full-time, permanent basis based out of our Portsmouth office. Established in 2016, Get Staff are a professional recruitment company offering both permanent and temporary recruitment services to our clients across the UK, whilst specialising within the following markets: • Engineering (Fire & Security, Entrance Systems, Lift & Escalator, HVAC & Electrical) • Transport & Logistics • Construction • Property • Healthcare • Automotive With exciting plans for growth over the next few years, it s a fantastic time to join us as a Senior Recruitment Consultant whereby you ll become a part of our existing team of expert consultants with the goal to become a top-level recruiter! Our centrally located HQ in the Portsmouth area is within easy reach of Southampton, Fareham, Portsmouth, Waterlooville and Cosham and provides stunning views of the marina while being surrounded by endless eateries! We also have a second office in the heart of Chichester, where you ll be in walking distance from quaint coffee shops and the commercial shopping centre a great way to spend your lunch break! We offer a mature environment for a Senior Recruitment Consultant to continue their career. For this position, we re looking for individuals with at least 4 years experience within a recruitment setting to join our established team, however we are always open to offering training where needed to help you become the best recruiter you can be. A strong understanding of recruitment processes is required alongside a proven track record of exceeding monthly billings targets, bringing on new business and successfully placing candidates in permanent positions within your chosen sector. We re looking for individuals who are money driven, tenacious, resilient and who thrive on exceeding targets, as well as having a proactive attitude and ambitions to progress their career in a professional yet relaxed & friendly environment. All Senior Recruitment Consultants will benefit from our 5 steps to Management Programme which provides a genuine opportunity to progress through the business. If you re looking for a company where you can carve out your own career path and look to take on more responsibility Get Staff is the employer for you. Why not join a company where Our Priority is Your Success? What s in it for you? • Centrally located HQ in easy reach of Southampton, Fareham, Portsmouth, Chichester and Waterlooville • Fully air-conditioned offices • Beautiful views of the Marina while you work • Free parking to all staff and visitors • Top level commission scheme of up to 25% earnings on billings enabling you to earn 6 figures per year • Consistency bonus paid in addition to monthly commission • Wear what you want a relaxed office environment where you can be yourself • Work from home Wednesdays incentive • Additional Weekly, Monthly and Quarterly incentives implemented by management across departments to boost morale among the team • Genuine Progression Opportunities via our 5 steps to Management programme (Graduate, Consultant, Senior, Team Leader, Division Manager) • Friday 4pm finishes • Flexible start and finish times • 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays • Opportunity to earn 8 additional days leave per year for hitting targets = Which is up to 41 days holiday in total • Discounted Gym Memberships • Get Staff Uniform provided for those who want to wear it - Polos, Fleeces & T Shirts • Teams days out twice a year every year (Summer and Winter) • Quarterly team lunches for hitting company targets • Accredited training courses offered & paid for after successful passing of probation (REC) • Employee referral scheme - £1,000 As a Senior Recruitment Consultant, you will: • Join our Engineering Division and become an integral part of our small team of consultants placing candidates in full-time, permanent positions within our existing client base • Work with our management team and other experienced consultants to better understand your specialist market within the Engineering Team and become an expert in that area • Source candidates, understand their needs and match them to a suitable role • Market our services to potential new clients bringing on new business and establishing yourself as a knowledgeable and successful 360-recruitment consultant • Manage the recruitment process from start to finish, from initial registration call through to on-boarding including candidate sourcing, role qualification, client negotiations, organising interviews and discussing offers as well as providing feedback all the while building long-lasting relationships with clients and candidates • Regularly maintain our CRM system, adding quality candidates and clients to aid the growth of the business and more specifically our Engineering Department • Offer support, advice and industry knowledge to other consultants within the business in all aspects of the role where needed • Leading by example as a Senior Consultant within the business, being attentive, well organised, professional in your approach and becoming a regular at exceeding monthly billings targets and providing a strong revenue stream for the Engineering Department Our Ideal Person: • You will have 4 years experience within the Recruitment Industry ideally as a 360 or 180 billing consultant, recruitment resourcer or account manager • You will have experience placing candidates in permanent or temporary positions and be willing to learn about the Engineering market • You will be resilient & tenacious with a passion for new challenges • You will enjoy achieving targets and working towards new goals • You will have strong communication & interpersonal skills • You will have a positive mind-set • You will be confident & outgoing with the ability to build relationships • You will have excellent time-management and organisational skills • You will be ambitious and determined to create a successful career within the recruitment industry Interested? If this opportunity sounds like the role you re looking for, don t waste any more time and apply today!
Mar 08, 2026
Full time
Senior Recruitment Consultant Portsmouth - £28,500 starting basic salary plus Uncapped Commission = Realistic OTE up to £60,000 - £80,000 Per Annum + Are you looking for a career that unlocks unlimited earning potential, regular incentives and a constant flow of rewards just for doing your job? We re currently looking to grow our Engineering Division so we re on the lookout for a Senior Recruitment Consultant to join us on a full-time, permanent basis based out of our Portsmouth office. Established in 2016, Get Staff are a professional recruitment company offering both permanent and temporary recruitment services to our clients across the UK, whilst specialising within the following markets: • Engineering (Fire & Security, Entrance Systems, Lift & Escalator, HVAC & Electrical) • Transport & Logistics • Construction • Property • Healthcare • Automotive With exciting plans for growth over the next few years, it s a fantastic time to join us as a Senior Recruitment Consultant whereby you ll become a part of our existing team of expert consultants with the goal to become a top-level recruiter! Our centrally located HQ in the Portsmouth area is within easy reach of Southampton, Fareham, Portsmouth, Waterlooville and Cosham and provides stunning views of the marina while being surrounded by endless eateries! We also have a second office in the heart of Chichester, where you ll be in walking distance from quaint coffee shops and the commercial shopping centre a great way to spend your lunch break! We offer a mature environment for a Senior Recruitment Consultant to continue their career. For this position, we re looking for individuals with at least 4 years experience within a recruitment setting to join our established team, however we are always open to offering training where needed to help you become the best recruiter you can be. A strong understanding of recruitment processes is required alongside a proven track record of exceeding monthly billings targets, bringing on new business and successfully placing candidates in permanent positions within your chosen sector. We re looking for individuals who are money driven, tenacious, resilient and who thrive on exceeding targets, as well as having a proactive attitude and ambitions to progress their career in a professional yet relaxed & friendly environment. All Senior Recruitment Consultants will benefit from our 5 steps to Management Programme which provides a genuine opportunity to progress through the business. If you re looking for a company where you can carve out your own career path and look to take on more responsibility Get Staff is the employer for you. Why not join a company where Our Priority is Your Success? What s in it for you? • Centrally located HQ in easy reach of Southampton, Fareham, Portsmouth, Chichester and Waterlooville • Fully air-conditioned offices • Beautiful views of the Marina while you work • Free parking to all staff and visitors • Top level commission scheme of up to 25% earnings on billings enabling you to earn 6 figures per year • Consistency bonus paid in addition to monthly commission • Wear what you want a relaxed office environment where you can be yourself • Work from home Wednesdays incentive • Additional Weekly, Monthly and Quarterly incentives implemented by management across departments to boost morale among the team • Genuine Progression Opportunities via our 5 steps to Management programme (Graduate, Consultant, Senior, Team Leader, Division Manager) • Friday 4pm finishes • Flexible start and finish times • 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays • Opportunity to earn 8 additional days leave per year for hitting targets = Which is up to 41 days holiday in total • Discounted Gym Memberships • Get Staff Uniform provided for those who want to wear it - Polos, Fleeces & T Shirts • Teams days out twice a year every year (Summer and Winter) • Quarterly team lunches for hitting company targets • Accredited training courses offered & paid for after successful passing of probation (REC) • Employee referral scheme - £1,000 As a Senior Recruitment Consultant, you will: • Join our Engineering Division and become an integral part of our small team of consultants placing candidates in full-time, permanent positions within our existing client base • Work with our management team and other experienced consultants to better understand your specialist market within the Engineering Team and become an expert in that area • Source candidates, understand their needs and match them to a suitable role • Market our services to potential new clients bringing on new business and establishing yourself as a knowledgeable and successful 360-recruitment consultant • Manage the recruitment process from start to finish, from initial registration call through to on-boarding including candidate sourcing, role qualification, client negotiations, organising interviews and discussing offers as well as providing feedback all the while building long-lasting relationships with clients and candidates • Regularly maintain our CRM system, adding quality candidates and clients to aid the growth of the business and more specifically our Engineering Department • Offer support, advice and industry knowledge to other consultants within the business in all aspects of the role where needed • Leading by example as a Senior Consultant within the business, being attentive, well organised, professional in your approach and becoming a regular at exceeding monthly billings targets and providing a strong revenue stream for the Engineering Department Our Ideal Person: • You will have 4 years experience within the Recruitment Industry ideally as a 360 or 180 billing consultant, recruitment resourcer or account manager • You will have experience placing candidates in permanent or temporary positions and be willing to learn about the Engineering market • You will be resilient & tenacious with a passion for new challenges • You will enjoy achieving targets and working towards new goals • You will have strong communication & interpersonal skills • You will have a positive mind-set • You will be confident & outgoing with the ability to build relationships • You will have excellent time-management and organisational skills • You will be ambitious and determined to create a successful career within the recruitment industry Interested? If this opportunity sounds like the role you re looking for, don t waste any more time and apply today!
Job Title: Service Engineer Location: Loughton Employment Type : Permanent 37 hours a week Travel: 50% Main Purpose of Job To ensure that customers remain satisfied with their equipment by providing first line technical support to customers and colleagues, repairing equipment in a timely fashion and otherwise promoting the service business. Role and Responsibilities Tasks include : Providing technical support and advice to our customers, distributors and colleagues via our telephone helpdesk, service email and site visits. Liaising with customers on logistics, including shipment from factory of new instruments and return of faulty instruments to the factory. Diagnosis and repair of faulty instruments in accordance with Turnaround Time targets. Complete service reports for all jobs, noting the work done and highlighting issues for further action. Timely escalation of cases, when necessary. Occasional support of design and development through product testing. Occasional building of instruments in accordance with Turnaround Time targets. Maintain databases on customer service in order to produce reports on KPI s such as Mean-Time-To-Failure, Customer Satisfaction, Turnaround Time, Right-First Time Fixes, Repeat Visits etc. Promoting sales of contracts and service parts. Occasional attendance at trade shows. Installation of our Cryo Transfer systems and other related products. Training of customers in the use of our equipment. Travel within the UK and internationally as required. These activities are not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by changes in your role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation. Job Description Performance Measurement Installations are to be successfully completed within the agreed timeframe and to an acceptable standard to the customer (i.e. Customer sign-off achieved). Repairs are to be successfully completed within the agreed timeframe and to an acceptable standard to the customer. Ensure customer queries and concerns are dealt expediently and within the committed timeframes. Ensure customer expectations are met and maintain our established reputation for excellence. Ensure that all established administrative routines and records are kept accurately and up to date. Qualifications and Education Requirements Significant, demonstrable experience in a relevant occupation, or HNC/HND in a mechanical or electrical subject A full, UK driving licence. Good colour perception, ability to pass colour perception test. Must be computer literate (MS Office), able to connect to the internet and operate email at remote sites. Required Experience and Skills The successful candidate will have: Manual dexterity combined with ability to use hand and power tools. Ability to read and interpret correctly electrical/electronic and mechanical engineering drawings. Ability to follow circuit diagrams so as to build instrument point-to-point wiring looms from single cables to form looms and tie-wrap. Ability to prepare cables, fit sleeve and solder and or crimp joints. Ability to connect and operate pressurised gas bottles. Ability to use electrical test equipment, including multi-meters. Ability to use mechanical test measurement instruments including micrometers and Vernier gauges. Ability to fit, test and commission complete systems. Preferred Experience and Skills Must be able to fit into a small team and able to work in a modern team-based culture with minimal direction. Essential that the individual is highly motivated and able to work unsupervised. Must be willing to tackle tasks that are outside this outline job description. Must be of smart appearance as will be the company representative on site. Must have a good telephone manner and capable of dealing sensitively with stressful situations. Must be sensitive to the culture when on customers premises and be properly confident when dealing with customers staff at all levels, frequently with senior scientific and academic staff. Display a sense of urgency when dealing with customer problems. Must be willing to travel both within the UK and internationally, should the need arise for build, repair and/or test work at a client or distributor. TPA Recruit is a specialist recruitment agency acting on behalf of our client to source and assess suitable candidates for this position. All applications will be reviewed and processed by our team, who will liaise directly with shortlisted individuals throughout the hiring process
Mar 08, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Service Engineer Location: Loughton Employment Type : Permanent 37 hours a week Travel: 50% Main Purpose of Job To ensure that customers remain satisfied with their equipment by providing first line technical support to customers and colleagues, repairing equipment in a timely fashion and otherwise promoting the service business. Role and Responsibilities Tasks include : Providing technical support and advice to our customers, distributors and colleagues via our telephone helpdesk, service email and site visits. Liaising with customers on logistics, including shipment from factory of new instruments and return of faulty instruments to the factory. Diagnosis and repair of faulty instruments in accordance with Turnaround Time targets. Complete service reports for all jobs, noting the work done and highlighting issues for further action. Timely escalation of cases, when necessary. Occasional support of design and development through product testing. Occasional building of instruments in accordance with Turnaround Time targets. Maintain databases on customer service in order to produce reports on KPI s such as Mean-Time-To-Failure, Customer Satisfaction, Turnaround Time, Right-First Time Fixes, Repeat Visits etc. Promoting sales of contracts and service parts. Occasional attendance at trade shows. Installation of our Cryo Transfer systems and other related products. Training of customers in the use of our equipment. Travel within the UK and internationally as required. These activities are not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by changes in your role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation. Job Description Performance Measurement Installations are to be successfully completed within the agreed timeframe and to an acceptable standard to the customer (i.e. Customer sign-off achieved). Repairs are to be successfully completed within the agreed timeframe and to an acceptable standard to the customer. Ensure customer queries and concerns are dealt expediently and within the committed timeframes. Ensure customer expectations are met and maintain our established reputation for excellence. Ensure that all established administrative routines and records are kept accurately and up to date. Qualifications and Education Requirements Significant, demonstrable experience in a relevant occupation, or HNC/HND in a mechanical or electrical subject A full, UK driving licence. Good colour perception, ability to pass colour perception test. Must be computer literate (MS Office), able to connect to the internet and operate email at remote sites. Required Experience and Skills The successful candidate will have: Manual dexterity combined with ability to use hand and power tools. Ability to read and interpret correctly electrical/electronic and mechanical engineering drawings. Ability to follow circuit diagrams so as to build instrument point-to-point wiring looms from single cables to form looms and tie-wrap. Ability to prepare cables, fit sleeve and solder and or crimp joints. Ability to connect and operate pressurised gas bottles. Ability to use electrical test equipment, including multi-meters. Ability to use mechanical test measurement instruments including micrometers and Vernier gauges. Ability to fit, test and commission complete systems. Preferred Experience and Skills Must be able to fit into a small team and able to work in a modern team-based culture with minimal direction. Essential that the individual is highly motivated and able to work unsupervised. Must be willing to tackle tasks that are outside this outline job description. Must be of smart appearance as will be the company representative on site. Must have a good telephone manner and capable of dealing sensitively with stressful situations. Must be sensitive to the culture when on customers premises and be properly confident when dealing with customers staff at all levels, frequently with senior scientific and academic staff. Display a sense of urgency when dealing with customer problems. Must be willing to travel both within the UK and internationally, should the need arise for build, repair and/or test work at a client or distributor. TPA Recruit is a specialist recruitment agency acting on behalf of our client to source and assess suitable candidates for this position. All applications will be reviewed and processed by our team, who will liaise directly with shortlisted individuals throughout the hiring process
Over Head Line Design Engineer UK wide - (Hybrid) Permanent Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom Professional Services are currently recruiting an Overhead Line Design Engineer to join our team. You will be based from either our Leeds, our Stowmarket or London offices, with options to work from Home. You will be required to Travel as and when required for client meetings, internal team meetings or site visits. The successful candidate will work with the team lead and be responsible for the design and delivery of overhead line (OHL) new build and refurbishment projects, providing technical expertise and guidance to the team. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Undertake the design and development of OHL projects, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards, and client requirements. Responsible for all aspects of OHL design, including conductor sizing and modelling, insulation selection, lighting protection, line routing, PLS-CAD modelling, clearance checking and structure and foundation design and analysis using PLS-TOWER, or PLS-POLE. Production of technical documents, such as engineering reports, specifications, drawings, and calculations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards. Preparation of proposals for OHL design projects, including determination of design scope, allocating resource, costing program and deliverables. Provide technical support and guidance to the wider team, including tendering, mentoring, and training junior engineers Operate within the quality assurance manual of Freedom/NGB group or an established project management methodology which ensures the maintenance of equivalent standards. Attend site visits, inspections, and meetings as required. What we're looking for : Engineers that join our team will need to have diverse skill sets to bring technical, ethical, social and management competence to every job that we work on, for all of our professional clients and key stakeholders. Strong budgetary and project management skills are required at this level, accompanied by good commercial knowledge of design and construction contract forms such as NEC, and experience of working withing the contract conditions. The business proactively encourages chartership in engineering, and senior engineers are expected to be chartered or close to achieving chartership. You must have Qualifications and experience in: Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. Experience in OHL design, including experience in the power transmission and distribution industry. Strong technical knowledge and understanding of OHL design principles and standards governing OHL design in the UK. A good level of technical experience in the production of designs, calculations, reports & drawings associated with new build and refurbishment OHL projects from 11kV - 400kV Experience in using design software such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, delivering to deadlines and budgets. Have a good understanding of CDM 2015 and the Electricity Safety, Quality and Continuity Regulations Sufficient knowledge of AutoCAD 3D to fulfil role. Knowledge of MicroStation CAD software (Desirable). CSCS Card Holder (Desirable) Full UK driving license. Benefits: We are always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Competitive salary Car or Car allowance 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Pension with a leading provider and employer contribution Sick Pay Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme. Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Mar 08, 2026
Full time
Over Head Line Design Engineer UK wide - (Hybrid) Permanent Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom Professional Services are currently recruiting an Overhead Line Design Engineer to join our team. You will be based from either our Leeds, our Stowmarket or London offices, with options to work from Home. You will be required to Travel as and when required for client meetings, internal team meetings or site visits. The successful candidate will work with the team lead and be responsible for the design and delivery of overhead line (OHL) new build and refurbishment projects, providing technical expertise and guidance to the team. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Undertake the design and development of OHL projects, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards, and client requirements. Responsible for all aspects of OHL design, including conductor sizing and modelling, insulation selection, lighting protection, line routing, PLS-CAD modelling, clearance checking and structure and foundation design and analysis using PLS-TOWER, or PLS-POLE. Production of technical documents, such as engineering reports, specifications, drawings, and calculations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards. Preparation of proposals for OHL design projects, including determination of design scope, allocating resource, costing program and deliverables. Provide technical support and guidance to the wider team, including tendering, mentoring, and training junior engineers Operate within the quality assurance manual of Freedom/NGB group or an established project management methodology which ensures the maintenance of equivalent standards. Attend site visits, inspections, and meetings as required. What we're looking for : Engineers that join our team will need to have diverse skill sets to bring technical, ethical, social and management competence to every job that we work on, for all of our professional clients and key stakeholders. Strong budgetary and project management skills are required at this level, accompanied by good commercial knowledge of design and construction contract forms such as NEC, and experience of working withing the contract conditions. The business proactively encourages chartership in engineering, and senior engineers are expected to be chartered or close to achieving chartership. You must have Qualifications and experience in: Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. Experience in OHL design, including experience in the power transmission and distribution industry. Strong technical knowledge and understanding of OHL design principles and standards governing OHL design in the UK. A good level of technical experience in the production of designs, calculations, reports & drawings associated with new build and refurbishment OHL projects from 11kV - 400kV Experience in using design software such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, delivering to deadlines and budgets. Have a good understanding of CDM 2015 and the Electricity Safety, Quality and Continuity Regulations Sufficient knowledge of AutoCAD 3D to fulfil role. Knowledge of MicroStation CAD software (Desirable). CSCS Card Holder (Desirable) Full UK driving license. Benefits: We are always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Competitive salary Car or Car allowance 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Pension with a leading provider and employer contribution Sick Pay Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme. Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Technical Manager - Permanent - Bristol Area - Attractive - Aerospace, Marine, MoD and Defence A Technical Manager is required within an Advanced Aerospace, Marine and Defence Services Organisation. The Technical Manager will join the senior management team and will be responsible for the development and management of the Structural and Fluid Dynamics capability, ensuring that the team has the right technical capabilities, tools, and processes in place to meet the various project requirements, both now and in the future. The Technical Manager is the focal point for technical excellence, resource planning for the capability and ensuring continuous improvement within the domain. The Technical Manager should have industrial experience in some, but not all of Flight Loads, Aeroelastics, Vibration or Test support, Aerodynamic Knowledge, Hydraulic Systems, Thermal Analysis, Acoustics and Modelling Using Matlab, Nastran and or Ansys Fluent. The successful Technical Manager will be responsible for the Structural and Fluid Dynamics capability, including day to day management and longer-term strategy. Flexible working May be available with a hybrid working model for part of the week. The Technical Manager you will be required to: Provide technical leadership or support on projects where required Ensure appropriate technical support is available for customer interactions Manage external suppliers within the technical area, including tendering and quality audits Facilitate team's ability to deliver by ensuring right people, tools, and processes are in place Act as the focal point for tools within the technical area Evaluate current tool sets and identify needs for new tools or upgrades Develop business cases where new tools are required and leading their implementation Ensure tools are used effective to support delivery and innovation Allocation of the team members in line with the project requirements Define and manage annual budget needs for internal development of capabilities/processes Support business development activities and contribute to project proposals and bids Hold technical checks and/or approvals for capability area in line with delegated authority Act as the process owner for the technical domain, identifying missing or outdated processes Drive continuous improvement initiatives and push for process change where needed Own and manage bench tasks to support capability development and delivery readiness Collaborate with other Technical Managers to ensure cross-functional alignment consistency Facilitate recruitment of suitably qualified/skilled engineers to support growth of company The Technical Manager Skills, Qualifications, and Experience: Candidates will be degree qualified (or equivalent), in a related discipline preferably Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Mathematics. Post graduate qualification to a Master's degree or Doctorate in a relevant specialisation would be desirable Membership of an Engineering Body would be desirable Chartered Engineer Status would be desirable Security Clearance and UK Nationals only for this role due to the nature of systems involved Demand for this role will undoubtedly be high, and interviews will be arranged very soon and to be considered, please apply today. If you have any questions about the Technical Manager, then contact Peter Heap at Jonathan Lee Recruitment on or
Mar 08, 2026
Full time
Technical Manager - Permanent - Bristol Area - Attractive - Aerospace, Marine, MoD and Defence A Technical Manager is required within an Advanced Aerospace, Marine and Defence Services Organisation. The Technical Manager will join the senior management team and will be responsible for the development and management of the Structural and Fluid Dynamics capability, ensuring that the team has the right technical capabilities, tools, and processes in place to meet the various project requirements, both now and in the future. The Technical Manager is the focal point for technical excellence, resource planning for the capability and ensuring continuous improvement within the domain. The Technical Manager should have industrial experience in some, but not all of Flight Loads, Aeroelastics, Vibration or Test support, Aerodynamic Knowledge, Hydraulic Systems, Thermal Analysis, Acoustics and Modelling Using Matlab, Nastran and or Ansys Fluent. The successful Technical Manager will be responsible for the Structural and Fluid Dynamics capability, including day to day management and longer-term strategy. Flexible working May be available with a hybrid working model for part of the week. The Technical Manager you will be required to: Provide technical leadership or support on projects where required Ensure appropriate technical support is available for customer interactions Manage external suppliers within the technical area, including tendering and quality audits Facilitate team's ability to deliver by ensuring right people, tools, and processes are in place Act as the focal point for tools within the technical area Evaluate current tool sets and identify needs for new tools or upgrades Develop business cases where new tools are required and leading their implementation Ensure tools are used effective to support delivery and innovation Allocation of the team members in line with the project requirements Define and manage annual budget needs for internal development of capabilities/processes Support business development activities and contribute to project proposals and bids Hold technical checks and/or approvals for capability area in line with delegated authority Act as the process owner for the technical domain, identifying missing or outdated processes Drive continuous improvement initiatives and push for process change where needed Own and manage bench tasks to support capability development and delivery readiness Collaborate with other Technical Managers to ensure cross-functional alignment consistency Facilitate recruitment of suitably qualified/skilled engineers to support growth of company The Technical Manager Skills, Qualifications, and Experience: Candidates will be degree qualified (or equivalent), in a related discipline preferably Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Mathematics. Post graduate qualification to a Master's degree or Doctorate in a relevant specialisation would be desirable Membership of an Engineering Body would be desirable Chartered Engineer Status would be desirable Security Clearance and UK Nationals only for this role due to the nature of systems involved Demand for this role will undoubtedly be high, and interviews will be arranged very soon and to be considered, please apply today. If you have any questions about the Technical Manager, then contact Peter Heap at Jonathan Lee Recruitment on or
Senior Civil Design Engineer Permanent Leeds, North England Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary: Are you an experienced Civil Engineer with a passion for civil engineering and the energy sector? Freedom Professional Services are seeking an individual with a strong technical expertise in a broad range of civil engineering disciplines to join our growing electricity transmission and distribution design team. With your strong technical expertise, you will be asked to lead the civil design of electricity substations across the UK from concept to completion and be able to work in close collaboration with other internal teams (electrical design, structural, surveys, wayleaves, cables, environmental), along with clients and stakeholders to ensure that all requirements are met. As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on design frameworks for DNO's, as well as design and build opportunities for high profile clients and iconic projects, ensuring that all work is completed to the highest standard. You will be involved in every aspect of the project, from planning and cost estimation to construction and quality control. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Lead the production and review of engineering drawings engineering drawings, calculations, specifications, and reports for masonry buildings, steel portal frames, transformer bunds, drainage systems and roads, on projects ranging in construction contract value of £100K - £20M. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure the effective delivery of projects, providing updates and identifying issues that could risk programme, quality or cost. Attend progress meetings as required at client/contractor offices or construction sites. Attend design team meetings to ensure the timely flow and release of quality information and to ensure that this information corresponds with the scope of works. Management of design risks to deliver buildable solutions. Provide engineering solutions to site-based problems through TQ/RFI process. Mentoring junior team members, providing technical guidance and promoting professional development Taking responsibility for your own professional development in line with current best practice, legislative changes, and customer requirements. We are looking for an experienced and ambitious civil engineer with the following attributes: A proven experience of working in a design environment for the construction of traditional masonry buildings, steel portal frames and reinforced concrete. Experience in client-facing roles, with the ability to manage client relationships effectively Ability to lead delivery of multiple simultaneous technical projects in a challenging environment. Strong communication skills to engage in technical discussions with colleagues, non-technical staff, and clients. Strong commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning You'll have a degree in Civil Engineering (or related subject) and be working toward Chartered or Incorporated status with a relevant professional body such as ICE. Desirable: Experience working within the electricity distribution sector, particularly in substation design and electrical infrastructure Practical experience with AutoCAD, Revit and Civils3D for civil engineering design Full UK driving licence. Benefits: We are always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Competitive salary Car or Car allowance 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Pension with a leading provider and employer contribution Sick Pay Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme. Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be. LI-CN1
Mar 08, 2026
Full time
Senior Civil Design Engineer Permanent Leeds, North England Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary: Are you an experienced Civil Engineer with a passion for civil engineering and the energy sector? Freedom Professional Services are seeking an individual with a strong technical expertise in a broad range of civil engineering disciplines to join our growing electricity transmission and distribution design team. With your strong technical expertise, you will be asked to lead the civil design of electricity substations across the UK from concept to completion and be able to work in close collaboration with other internal teams (electrical design, structural, surveys, wayleaves, cables, environmental), along with clients and stakeholders to ensure that all requirements are met. As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on design frameworks for DNO's, as well as design and build opportunities for high profile clients and iconic projects, ensuring that all work is completed to the highest standard. You will be involved in every aspect of the project, from planning and cost estimation to construction and quality control. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Lead the production and review of engineering drawings engineering drawings, calculations, specifications, and reports for masonry buildings, steel portal frames, transformer bunds, drainage systems and roads, on projects ranging in construction contract value of £100K - £20M. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure the effective delivery of projects, providing updates and identifying issues that could risk programme, quality or cost. Attend progress meetings as required at client/contractor offices or construction sites. Attend design team meetings to ensure the timely flow and release of quality information and to ensure that this information corresponds with the scope of works. Management of design risks to deliver buildable solutions. Provide engineering solutions to site-based problems through TQ/RFI process. Mentoring junior team members, providing technical guidance and promoting professional development Taking responsibility for your own professional development in line with current best practice, legislative changes, and customer requirements. We are looking for an experienced and ambitious civil engineer with the following attributes: A proven experience of working in a design environment for the construction of traditional masonry buildings, steel portal frames and reinforced concrete. Experience in client-facing roles, with the ability to manage client relationships effectively Ability to lead delivery of multiple simultaneous technical projects in a challenging environment. Strong communication skills to engage in technical discussions with colleagues, non-technical staff, and clients. Strong commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning You'll have a degree in Civil Engineering (or related subject) and be working toward Chartered or Incorporated status with a relevant professional body such as ICE. Desirable: Experience working within the electricity distribution sector, particularly in substation design and electrical infrastructure Practical experience with AutoCAD, Revit and Civils3D for civil engineering design Full UK driving licence. Benefits: We are always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Competitive salary Car or Car allowance 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Pension with a leading provider and employer contribution Sick Pay Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme. Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be. LI-CN1
WGM Engineering is one of Scotland's leading engineering solution providers and performing responsibly is integral to our success and sustainability. We are committed to delivering projects and services whilst ensuring that we meet our customer and society needs, whilst managing the social and environmental impacts of our business. Since trading commenced in 1986, WGM has continued to develop its operations to adhere to the marketplace and client demand. This has been achieved by offering a unique and total service where Mechanical, Electrical and Civil Engineering disciplines are provisioned under the one roof. Aligning our three disciplines and our strategically located service centres offers a total turnkey solution to clients countrywide and ensures we are the number one engineering company of choice. WGM Engineering have a current requirement for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the business on a full time permanent basis, the role will cover our various operations across Scotland and England on a hybrid working model working and will be based in Glasgow. The overall purpose of the role is to provide commercial support across all business streams concerning financial and contractual matters arising through the management of various contracts and projects. Offering support to the business streams you will provide advice to allow projects to be delivered on time and to budget. You will liaise with clients and external parties on commercial issues such as contract agreement of variations, claims and payments. Main duties and responsibilities Build and maintain professional relationships with both internal and external parties Prepare and send enquiries to sub-contractors inviting them to tender Seek to minimize the cost of a project and enhance value for money whilst still achieving the required standards and quality Prepare and manage cash flow forecasts Contract and sub-contract management and administration as required Certification of payment applications from subcontractors Compilation of costs for compensation events and the management of change Management of Change Control including Early Warnings and Compensation Events Assist to avoid disputes with clients, suppliers and subcontractors Prepare and process formal documentation for sub-contractor payments Preparing valuations for payment applications to the client Assisting in the compilation of commercial / contractual responses to the client and subcontractors Monitor and report on expenditure on contracts compared to budgets and forecasts Give feedback to the relevant parties with regards to contract pricing and profit and loss Contribute to and attend financial and progress meetings with clients and sub-contractors as required To be considered for this position you will have at least 3-5 years previous experience within a QS or Senior QS role ideally within an engineering or construction environment, you will be Degree level qualified or be a holder of a professional qualification accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or equivalent experience. The ideal candidate will be able to interpret and understand contract documents, scopes of works and contract drawings and Skilled in financial cost control, value recovery and change management. Benefits We offer a competitive package, including: 32 days holiday, increasing to 36 based on length of service. Enhanced pension scheme. Car Allowance Life assurance scheme. Salary sacrifice - (Electric vehicle scheme, annual leave purchase & cycle to work). Remote & hybrid working options (subject to role requirements). Enhanced maternity & paternity Leave. Company sick pay (available after qualifying period). Employee discount programme. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: Up to £65,000.00 per year Benefits: Additional leave Company pension Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Glasgow G51 2RQ
Mar 07, 2026
Full time
WGM Engineering is one of Scotland's leading engineering solution providers and performing responsibly is integral to our success and sustainability. We are committed to delivering projects and services whilst ensuring that we meet our customer and society needs, whilst managing the social and environmental impacts of our business. Since trading commenced in 1986, WGM has continued to develop its operations to adhere to the marketplace and client demand. This has been achieved by offering a unique and total service where Mechanical, Electrical and Civil Engineering disciplines are provisioned under the one roof. Aligning our three disciplines and our strategically located service centres offers a total turnkey solution to clients countrywide and ensures we are the number one engineering company of choice. WGM Engineering have a current requirement for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the business on a full time permanent basis, the role will cover our various operations across Scotland and England on a hybrid working model working and will be based in Glasgow. The overall purpose of the role is to provide commercial support across all business streams concerning financial and contractual matters arising through the management of various contracts and projects. Offering support to the business streams you will provide advice to allow projects to be delivered on time and to budget. You will liaise with clients and external parties on commercial issues such as contract agreement of variations, claims and payments. Main duties and responsibilities Build and maintain professional relationships with both internal and external parties Prepare and send enquiries to sub-contractors inviting them to tender Seek to minimize the cost of a project and enhance value for money whilst still achieving the required standards and quality Prepare and manage cash flow forecasts Contract and sub-contract management and administration as required Certification of payment applications from subcontractors Compilation of costs for compensation events and the management of change Management of Change Control including Early Warnings and Compensation Events Assist to avoid disputes with clients, suppliers and subcontractors Prepare and process formal documentation for sub-contractor payments Preparing valuations for payment applications to the client Assisting in the compilation of commercial / contractual responses to the client and subcontractors Monitor and report on expenditure on contracts compared to budgets and forecasts Give feedback to the relevant parties with regards to contract pricing and profit and loss Contribute to and attend financial and progress meetings with clients and sub-contractors as required To be considered for this position you will have at least 3-5 years previous experience within a QS or Senior QS role ideally within an engineering or construction environment, you will be Degree level qualified or be a holder of a professional qualification accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or equivalent experience. The ideal candidate will be able to interpret and understand contract documents, scopes of works and contract drawings and Skilled in financial cost control, value recovery and change management. Benefits We offer a competitive package, including: 32 days holiday, increasing to 36 based on length of service. Enhanced pension scheme. Car Allowance Life assurance scheme. Salary sacrifice - (Electric vehicle scheme, annual leave purchase & cycle to work). Remote & hybrid working options (subject to role requirements). Enhanced maternity & paternity Leave. Company sick pay (available after qualifying period). Employee discount programme. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: Up to £65,000.00 per year Benefits: Additional leave Company pension Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Glasgow G51 2RQ
A global engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead complex infrastructure and building services projects across the UK and beyond. You'll manage technical design activities, mentor teams, and contribute to innovative electrical solutions. A Chartered Electrical Engineer with experience in LV and HV systems is essential. This role offers an opportunity in a collaborative environment to make an impactful contribution to vital projects.
Mar 07, 2026
Full time
A global engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead complex infrastructure and building services projects across the UK and beyond. You'll manage technical design activities, mentor teams, and contribute to innovative electrical solutions. A Chartered Electrical Engineer with experience in LV and HV systems is essential. This role offers an opportunity in a collaborative environment to make an impactful contribution to vital projects.
Are you the next Head of Systems Engineering to drive forward our next-generation laser processing platform? A spinout from the University of Oxford, Opsydia is a specialist laser technology company harnessing decades of academic excellence and experience in adaptive optics that enable the writing of features in transparent materials. Our writing technology has gone on to provide functionalities across many scientific and industrial areas. Our technological capabilities and intellectual property in adaptive optics have been accelerated forward and are now engaged with world class companies with a view to deploying Opsydia's systems in their next generation products. With strong support from investors and the market, Opsydia has been pursuing new applications in areas ranging from co-packaged optical-semiconductor devices, datacoms, quantum to sensing devices. If you're seeking to join an industry leading innovator, we'd love to hear from you. THE ROLE As the Head of Systems Engineering, you will own the systems architecture and integration across hardware, optics, and controls specifically in ultra-fast laser photonics and control systems, while building a high performing team and establishing best practices in product development & manufacturability. Initial scope includes scaling and enhancing our system platform, developing new system variants for emerging applications, and working closely with global customers to understand their unique requirements and translate them into robust, high performing, market ready products. This role will suit an experienced leader who applies rigorous systems engineering practices, has successfully led high performing technical teams, and brings hands on expertise with ultrafast laser technologies. It's ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast moving, and innovative environment and enjoys shaping architecture, guiding multidisciplinary engineering efforts, and delivering technically ambitious products with clarity, structure and purpose. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management Build, lead, and develop a high performing Systems Engineering team. Establish operating rhythms: daily standups, technical/design reviews; foster accountability, collaboration, and technical excellence. Manage capacity and prioritisation across programs; resource allocation between advanced NPD and sustaining engineering. Technical Ownership & Architecture Own end to end systems architecture with deep involvement in ultra-fast laser photonics (laser sources, beam delivery, optical subsystems) and control systems (precision motion, feedback control, embedded/real time). Translate customer/product requirements into system level specifications. Drive data driven design evaluations to ensure the product architecture achieves optimal performance, cost, reliability, and manufacturability. Product Development, NPI & Lifecycle Lead the evolution of early concepts into fully integrated, production ready systems, coordinating mechanical, optical, electrical and firmware teams. Establish a robust NPI pathway from research to production, enabling consistent builds, clear test protocols, and long-term serviceability. Oversee disciplined change control, ensuring product updates are properly assessed, documented, and implemented across engineering and manufacturing systems. Systematically improve product robustness and manufacturing efficiency by identifying quality gaps, reducing complexity, and implementing scalable, lean processes. Ultrafast Laser Expertise Lead application and optimisation of femtosecond laser systems for direct laser writing and photonic integrated circuits. Collaborate with laser suppliers to define specifications, validate performance, and optimise system integration, ensuring components meet application requirements. Guide process improvements in laser marking & control solutions, validating laser measurement and alignment methods. Manufacturing, Quality, Safety & Compliance Define test strategies, acceptance criteria, reliability growth plans, and risk management. Ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., laser safety, EMC, functional safety as applicable); partner with Quality/Regulatory for certifications and approvals. Appointed Laser Safety Officer (LSO) and develop ownerships of internal laser safety policy, team training, and lab compliance. Cross Functional & External Collaboration Act as the systems lead across R&D, Optical Engineering, Software/Controls, Manufacturing, Quality/Regulatory, Field Service, and to inform Business Development. Liaise with academic founders, R&D, suppliers, and customers; lead proof of concept trials and demos to validate feasibility and accelerate adoption. Intellectual Property & Innovation Manage the patent portfolio and identify opportunities for new filings; draft inputs, liaise with IP counsel; report strategy/status to senior leadership and board. Drive innovation roadmaps across photonics, controls, and vision capability. ABOUT YOU You are a proven Systems Engineering leader with 10+ years' experience in photonics, laser systems, or precision instrumentation, supported by a deep technical background and ideally an advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Physics, Optical Engineering, or a related field. You take full ownership of complex system delivery, provide clear technical direction, and lead multidisciplinary teams with accountability, structure, and confidence. You will be able to demonstrate: Leadership experience developing and guiding high performing engineering teams. End to end ownership across system architecture, integration, and V&V for advanced optical, laser, and motion control systems. Technical depth in ultrafast lasers, precision optics, motion systems, and control architectures. A proactive, solutions driven mindset, anticipating issues and driving timely resolution. Strong organisational and communication skills, enabling alignment across cross functional teams, suppliers, and stakeholders. Stakeholder agility, able to communicate complex technical risks and opportunities to founders, investors, commercial teams, and strategic partners. Resilience and adaptability, thriving in shifting priorities This role suits someone who combines technical excellence with leadership maturity, thrives in a fast moving, innovative environment, and consistently drives clarity, quality, and delivery. You might also have: Bias for experimentation and rapid validation Strategic technology sensing for existing and emerging markets If you don't meet all of the criteria above, but are interested in the role, please apply or get in touch to discuss further. The role is advertised as full-time. We are pleased to accommodate flexible and hybrid working where appropriate but, as a hardware company, we find hands-on system and collaboration time to be highly valuable, so encourage time spent in the office and expect this when required. As part of the recruitment process a selected candidate will be required to undergo security screening to BPSS standard. Closing date: Friday 20th February 2026. Applications will be reviewed as received so this vacancy may be closed earlier; early applications are therefore encouraged. WHAT WE OFFER YOU Salary range: £70,000-£75,000 per annum, dependent on experience Benefits Hybrid & flexible working arrangements Share option scheme Annual bonus scheme Private Medical Insurance Group Income Protection and Life Assurance Enhanced family leave Company matched pension contributions up to 5%. Salary sacrifice arrangement is available 25 days paid leave plus bank holidays Cycle to Work Scheme Mental Health and Wellbeing support and activities Supported further study or training for your professional and personal development Volunteering opportunities EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES We are an equal opportunities employer and commit to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace whilst creating an environment which promotes dignity and respect for all. We post our job descriptions across a wide range of recruitment platforms to enable us to garner the most diverse range of candidates we possibly can. ADJUSTMENTS AND PROVISIONS We are dedicated to putting in place any reasonable adjustments that may be required to meet the needs of those who wish to apply for a position at Opsydia. Please share if you have a declared disability, for example but not limited to: a social communication impairment such as autism spectrum disorder, a specific learning difficulty such as dyslexia, dyspraxia or ADHD; a mental health condition, a sensory impairment affecting sight or hearing or a physical or mobility impairment. ALTERNATIVE FORMATS We can provide our job descriptions in an alternative format of video or audio description ABOUT OPSYDIA Opsydia provides commercial systems based on adaptive optics which can directly generate photonic structures in a variety of transparent materials. Learn more at The company is based in the Centre for Innovation & Enterprise at Begbroke Science Park north of Oxford. Begbroke offers comprehensive facilities on-site including a restaurant, coffee shop and a minibus service between the park and Oxford. . click apply for full job details
Mar 07, 2026
Full time
Are you the next Head of Systems Engineering to drive forward our next-generation laser processing platform? A spinout from the University of Oxford, Opsydia is a specialist laser technology company harnessing decades of academic excellence and experience in adaptive optics that enable the writing of features in transparent materials. Our writing technology has gone on to provide functionalities across many scientific and industrial areas. Our technological capabilities and intellectual property in adaptive optics have been accelerated forward and are now engaged with world class companies with a view to deploying Opsydia's systems in their next generation products. With strong support from investors and the market, Opsydia has been pursuing new applications in areas ranging from co-packaged optical-semiconductor devices, datacoms, quantum to sensing devices. If you're seeking to join an industry leading innovator, we'd love to hear from you. THE ROLE As the Head of Systems Engineering, you will own the systems architecture and integration across hardware, optics, and controls specifically in ultra-fast laser photonics and control systems, while building a high performing team and establishing best practices in product development & manufacturability. Initial scope includes scaling and enhancing our system platform, developing new system variants for emerging applications, and working closely with global customers to understand their unique requirements and translate them into robust, high performing, market ready products. This role will suit an experienced leader who applies rigorous systems engineering practices, has successfully led high performing technical teams, and brings hands on expertise with ultrafast laser technologies. It's ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast moving, and innovative environment and enjoys shaping architecture, guiding multidisciplinary engineering efforts, and delivering technically ambitious products with clarity, structure and purpose. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management Build, lead, and develop a high performing Systems Engineering team. Establish operating rhythms: daily standups, technical/design reviews; foster accountability, collaboration, and technical excellence. Manage capacity and prioritisation across programs; resource allocation between advanced NPD and sustaining engineering. Technical Ownership & Architecture Own end to end systems architecture with deep involvement in ultra-fast laser photonics (laser sources, beam delivery, optical subsystems) and control systems (precision motion, feedback control, embedded/real time). Translate customer/product requirements into system level specifications. Drive data driven design evaluations to ensure the product architecture achieves optimal performance, cost, reliability, and manufacturability. Product Development, NPI & Lifecycle Lead the evolution of early concepts into fully integrated, production ready systems, coordinating mechanical, optical, electrical and firmware teams. Establish a robust NPI pathway from research to production, enabling consistent builds, clear test protocols, and long-term serviceability. Oversee disciplined change control, ensuring product updates are properly assessed, documented, and implemented across engineering and manufacturing systems. Systematically improve product robustness and manufacturing efficiency by identifying quality gaps, reducing complexity, and implementing scalable, lean processes. Ultrafast Laser Expertise Lead application and optimisation of femtosecond laser systems for direct laser writing and photonic integrated circuits. Collaborate with laser suppliers to define specifications, validate performance, and optimise system integration, ensuring components meet application requirements. Guide process improvements in laser marking & control solutions, validating laser measurement and alignment methods. Manufacturing, Quality, Safety & Compliance Define test strategies, acceptance criteria, reliability growth plans, and risk management. Ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., laser safety, EMC, functional safety as applicable); partner with Quality/Regulatory for certifications and approvals. Appointed Laser Safety Officer (LSO) and develop ownerships of internal laser safety policy, team training, and lab compliance. Cross Functional & External Collaboration Act as the systems lead across R&D, Optical Engineering, Software/Controls, Manufacturing, Quality/Regulatory, Field Service, and to inform Business Development. Liaise with academic founders, R&D, suppliers, and customers; lead proof of concept trials and demos to validate feasibility and accelerate adoption. Intellectual Property & Innovation Manage the patent portfolio and identify opportunities for new filings; draft inputs, liaise with IP counsel; report strategy/status to senior leadership and board. Drive innovation roadmaps across photonics, controls, and vision capability. ABOUT YOU You are a proven Systems Engineering leader with 10+ years' experience in photonics, laser systems, or precision instrumentation, supported by a deep technical background and ideally an advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Physics, Optical Engineering, or a related field. You take full ownership of complex system delivery, provide clear technical direction, and lead multidisciplinary teams with accountability, structure, and confidence. You will be able to demonstrate: Leadership experience developing and guiding high performing engineering teams. End to end ownership across system architecture, integration, and V&V for advanced optical, laser, and motion control systems. Technical depth in ultrafast lasers, precision optics, motion systems, and control architectures. A proactive, solutions driven mindset, anticipating issues and driving timely resolution. Strong organisational and communication skills, enabling alignment across cross functional teams, suppliers, and stakeholders. Stakeholder agility, able to communicate complex technical risks and opportunities to founders, investors, commercial teams, and strategic partners. Resilience and adaptability, thriving in shifting priorities This role suits someone who combines technical excellence with leadership maturity, thrives in a fast moving, innovative environment, and consistently drives clarity, quality, and delivery. You might also have: Bias for experimentation and rapid validation Strategic technology sensing for existing and emerging markets If you don't meet all of the criteria above, but are interested in the role, please apply or get in touch to discuss further. The role is advertised as full-time. We are pleased to accommodate flexible and hybrid working where appropriate but, as a hardware company, we find hands-on system and collaboration time to be highly valuable, so encourage time spent in the office and expect this when required. As part of the recruitment process a selected candidate will be required to undergo security screening to BPSS standard. Closing date: Friday 20th February 2026. Applications will be reviewed as received so this vacancy may be closed earlier; early applications are therefore encouraged. WHAT WE OFFER YOU Salary range: £70,000-£75,000 per annum, dependent on experience Benefits Hybrid & flexible working arrangements Share option scheme Annual bonus scheme Private Medical Insurance Group Income Protection and Life Assurance Enhanced family leave Company matched pension contributions up to 5%. Salary sacrifice arrangement is available 25 days paid leave plus bank holidays Cycle to Work Scheme Mental Health and Wellbeing support and activities Supported further study or training for your professional and personal development Volunteering opportunities EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES We are an equal opportunities employer and commit to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace whilst creating an environment which promotes dignity and respect for all. We post our job descriptions across a wide range of recruitment platforms to enable us to garner the most diverse range of candidates we possibly can. ADJUSTMENTS AND PROVISIONS We are dedicated to putting in place any reasonable adjustments that may be required to meet the needs of those who wish to apply for a position at Opsydia. Please share if you have a declared disability, for example but not limited to: a social communication impairment such as autism spectrum disorder, a specific learning difficulty such as dyslexia, dyspraxia or ADHD; a mental health condition, a sensory impairment affecting sight or hearing or a physical or mobility impairment. ALTERNATIVE FORMATS We can provide our job descriptions in an alternative format of video or audio description ABOUT OPSYDIA Opsydia provides commercial systems based on adaptive optics which can directly generate photonic structures in a variety of transparent materials. Learn more at The company is based in the Centre for Innovation & Enterprise at Begbroke Science Park north of Oxford. Begbroke offers comprehensive facilities on-site including a restaurant, coffee shop and a minibus service between the park and Oxford. . click apply for full job details
Senior Estimator - Water / MEICA / Civils Location: Multiple UK locations Hybrid Working Available Salary: £85,000 - £95,000 + £6,500 car allowance + bonus + excellent benefits Job Type: Permanent Full-Time With AMP8 now in full swing, this is your opportunity to play a senior role in shaping the future of the UK's water infrastructure. We are recruiting experienced Senior Estimators to support major clean water and wastewater frameworks across the UK. Our secured pipeline spans projects across the North West, Yorkshire, Midlands, East Anglia, London & South East, South Coast and South West. If you're looking for long-term security, high-value infrastructure schemes and genuine career progression - this is it. The Role - Senior Estimator (Water Infrastructure) As a Senior Estimator, you will take ownership of preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for MEICA and/or Civil Engineering packages across water and wastewater schemes. Working closely with design, commercial and delivery teams, you will play a key role in securing and pricing projects typically ranging from £1m to £100m+. Key Responsibilities Leading the preparation of first-principles cost estimates Reviewing drawings, specifications and contract documentation Managing subcontractor and supplier enquiries Producing pricing schedules and cost breakdowns Identifying and managing commercial risk Contributing to value engineering solutions Supporting tender submissions and client negotiations Mentoring junior estimators where appropriate Projects include treatment works upgrades, pumping stations, pipeline infrastructure and wider capital delivery schemes under AMP8 frameworks. About You We are particularly interested in Senior Estimators with a strong site or engineering background within the water or wider infrastructure sector. You may currently be working as a Senior Estimator - or you could be a Site Engineer, Project Engineer, Site Manager or MEICA Engineer who has transitioned (or is looking to transition) into estimating and pre-construction. You will ideally have: A background in civil engineering or MEICA project delivery Proven estimating experience within water, utilities or infrastructure Or strong operational/site experience with the capability to move into a senior estimating role Experience pricing from first principles Strong knowledge of NEC contracts Solid commercial awareness and risk management experience HNC/HND/Degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (desirable) If you have worked as a Senior Estimator, Estimator, Cost Engineer, Commercial Estimator or Pre-Construction Engineer within the water sector, we would welcome your application. What's On Offer £85,000 - £95,000 salary (depending on experience) £6,500 car allowance Annual bonus scheme 7.5% employer pension contribution Private medical insurance Digital GP access 26 days annual leave + bank holidays Holiday entitlement increases with length of service Enhanced maternity leave (8 weeks enhanced pay) Flexible and hybrid working options Clear progression across long-term AMP8 frameworks This is a secure, long-term opportunity within one of the UK's most stable and growing infrastructure sectors. Apply Now If you're a Senior Estimator looking for a high-impact role within the UK water sector - or you're ready to bring your site and engineering experience into pre-construction - we want to hear from you. Click Apply to register your interest today. Even if an immediate role is not available in your preferred location, we will keep you informed as new AMP8 opportunities arise. JBRP1_UKTJ
Mar 07, 2026
Full time
Senior Estimator - Water / MEICA / Civils Location: Multiple UK locations Hybrid Working Available Salary: £85,000 - £95,000 + £6,500 car allowance + bonus + excellent benefits Job Type: Permanent Full-Time With AMP8 now in full swing, this is your opportunity to play a senior role in shaping the future of the UK's water infrastructure. We are recruiting experienced Senior Estimators to support major clean water and wastewater frameworks across the UK. Our secured pipeline spans projects across the North West, Yorkshire, Midlands, East Anglia, London & South East, South Coast and South West. If you're looking for long-term security, high-value infrastructure schemes and genuine career progression - this is it. The Role - Senior Estimator (Water Infrastructure) As a Senior Estimator, you will take ownership of preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for MEICA and/or Civil Engineering packages across water and wastewater schemes. Working closely with design, commercial and delivery teams, you will play a key role in securing and pricing projects typically ranging from £1m to £100m+. Key Responsibilities Leading the preparation of first-principles cost estimates Reviewing drawings, specifications and contract documentation Managing subcontractor and supplier enquiries Producing pricing schedules and cost breakdowns Identifying and managing commercial risk Contributing to value engineering solutions Supporting tender submissions and client negotiations Mentoring junior estimators where appropriate Projects include treatment works upgrades, pumping stations, pipeline infrastructure and wider capital delivery schemes under AMP8 frameworks. About You We are particularly interested in Senior Estimators with a strong site or engineering background within the water or wider infrastructure sector. You may currently be working as a Senior Estimator - or you could be a Site Engineer, Project Engineer, Site Manager or MEICA Engineer who has transitioned (or is looking to transition) into estimating and pre-construction. You will ideally have: A background in civil engineering or MEICA project delivery Proven estimating experience within water, utilities or infrastructure Or strong operational/site experience with the capability to move into a senior estimating role Experience pricing from first principles Strong knowledge of NEC contracts Solid commercial awareness and risk management experience HNC/HND/Degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (desirable) If you have worked as a Senior Estimator, Estimator, Cost Engineer, Commercial Estimator or Pre-Construction Engineer within the water sector, we would welcome your application. What's On Offer £85,000 - £95,000 salary (depending on experience) £6,500 car allowance Annual bonus scheme 7.5% employer pension contribution Private medical insurance Digital GP access 26 days annual leave + bank holidays Holiday entitlement increases with length of service Enhanced maternity leave (8 weeks enhanced pay) Flexible and hybrid working options Clear progression across long-term AMP8 frameworks This is a secure, long-term opportunity within one of the UK's most stable and growing infrastructure sectors. Apply Now If you're a Senior Estimator looking for a high-impact role within the UK water sector - or you're ready to bring your site and engineering experience into pre-construction - we want to hear from you. Click Apply to register your interest today. Even if an immediate role is not available in your preferred location, we will keep you informed as new AMP8 opportunities arise. JBRP1_UKTJ
Administrator - Engineering 26,000 - 28,000 + Training + Benefits Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 16:00 Bridgwater, Somerset Do you have administration experience within a fast paced heavy industry, manufacturing, construction or engineering environment? Are you looking for an exciting new role within a leading manufacturing group who are offering first class industry and company training, development & progression opportunities? Due to continued expansion, my client is looking for an administrator to join the team, working out of their state of the art facility near Bridgwater. The successful applicant will have an excellent training platform in place to enable them to develop within the business and become a long term, valued member of the team. You will work with the service manager and coordinators to create service plans and contracts for both existing and new customers UK wide. You'll be responsible for organising engineers hotels, hours, KPI's and managing orders, invoices and payments. You will be working for a company who have been at the forefront of their industry for over 20 years, providing a range of engineering services and state of the art, special purpose equipment to customers across the UK. They are continuing to expand at a rapid rate and pride themselves on staff development and retention meaning industry experience is NOT required for this opening. For more information please click apply and contact Patrick Walsh - Reference 4935 - (phone number removed) The Role: Managing engineers hours, hotels, KPI's & invoices Dealing with in bound service and maintenance calls Industry training provided The Candidate: Any administration experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment Keen to develop your skills A commutable distance to Bridgwater Consultant: Patrick Walsh elix Sourcing Solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment. Service Coorinator Automotive Training Parts MOT Maintenance Admin Engineer Engineering Production Manufacturing Progression Field Service CTP Printing Electrical Mechanical Administration Invoices Yeovil Taunton Bridgwater Somerset Devon Frome Trowbridge Shepton Mallet Glastonbury Warminster Shaftesbury Chard Axminster
Mar 07, 2026
Full time
Administrator - Engineering 26,000 - 28,000 + Training + Benefits Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 16:00 Bridgwater, Somerset Do you have administration experience within a fast paced heavy industry, manufacturing, construction or engineering environment? Are you looking for an exciting new role within a leading manufacturing group who are offering first class industry and company training, development & progression opportunities? Due to continued expansion, my client is looking for an administrator to join the team, working out of their state of the art facility near Bridgwater. The successful applicant will have an excellent training platform in place to enable them to develop within the business and become a long term, valued member of the team. You will work with the service manager and coordinators to create service plans and contracts for both existing and new customers UK wide. You'll be responsible for organising engineers hotels, hours, KPI's and managing orders, invoices and payments. You will be working for a company who have been at the forefront of their industry for over 20 years, providing a range of engineering services and state of the art, special purpose equipment to customers across the UK. They are continuing to expand at a rapid rate and pride themselves on staff development and retention meaning industry experience is NOT required for this opening. For more information please click apply and contact Patrick Walsh - Reference 4935 - (phone number removed) The Role: Managing engineers hours, hotels, KPI's & invoices Dealing with in bound service and maintenance calls Industry training provided The Candidate: Any administration experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment Keen to develop your skills A commutable distance to Bridgwater Consultant: Patrick Walsh elix Sourcing Solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment. Service Coorinator Automotive Training Parts MOT Maintenance Admin Engineer Engineering Production Manufacturing Progression Field Service CTP Printing Electrical Mechanical Administration Invoices Yeovil Taunton Bridgwater Somerset Devon Frome Trowbridge Shepton Mallet Glastonbury Warminster Shaftesbury Chard Axminster
Job title: Building Services Engineer Location: Royston, Hertfordshire, UK (site-based role) This role is a 12-month fixed term contract. World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a Building Services Engineer, you'll contribute to JM's mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future. We are seeking a skilled and reliable Building Services Engineer who will be responsible for performing routine inspections, troubleshooting issues, and carrying out repairs or preventative maintenance on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other facility systems. The goal is to ensure the building operates smoothly, meets safety standards, and remains in good working condition to support the needs of tenants, staff, or visitors. The role: As a Building Services Engineer, you will help drive our goals by: Assist with the overall management of building services assets and systems across the business Hands on maintenance of buildings services plant/equipment to reduce downtime, managing 3rd parties and contractors Coordinate both specialist and trade (mechanical, electrical, civil etc) contractors to execute work packages on Building Services equipment Management of general building structures repairs/maintenance Lead small projects in relation to building services improvements & installations Subject matter expert and point of contact for Building Services Owner of building services assets across site Exercise discretion in operational decisions such as sequencing of works, site logistics, contractor coordination, and issue resolution on-site. Escalate major strategic decisions or deviations from budget/schedule to senior leadership but retains autonomy over daily site-level operational decisions. Key skills that will help you succeed in this role: Experience working on HVAC, AHU's or Air Conditioning Systems Experienced working with permitting systems Ability to work with and manage of 3rd Parties and external contractors Even if you only match some of the skills, we'd love to hear from you to discuss further! What we offer: We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees' financial and physical wellbeing, such as Retirement savings Share plans Saving accounts House saving funds Life and disability insurance Commuter allowances and loans Medical plans / health assessments Fitness discounts Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career! At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected. For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact (url removed). We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience. Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised. To submit your application, please click the "Apply" button online. All applications are carefully considered and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Johnson Matthey for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise.Johnson Matthey respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice: Johnson Matthey Privacy Notice . By applying for this role and creating an account you are agreeing to the notice. Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.
Mar 07, 2026
Full time
Job title: Building Services Engineer Location: Royston, Hertfordshire, UK (site-based role) This role is a 12-month fixed term contract. World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a Building Services Engineer, you'll contribute to JM's mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future. We are seeking a skilled and reliable Building Services Engineer who will be responsible for performing routine inspections, troubleshooting issues, and carrying out repairs or preventative maintenance on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other facility systems. The goal is to ensure the building operates smoothly, meets safety standards, and remains in good working condition to support the needs of tenants, staff, or visitors. The role: As a Building Services Engineer, you will help drive our goals by: Assist with the overall management of building services assets and systems across the business Hands on maintenance of buildings services plant/equipment to reduce downtime, managing 3rd parties and contractors Coordinate both specialist and trade (mechanical, electrical, civil etc) contractors to execute work packages on Building Services equipment Management of general building structures repairs/maintenance Lead small projects in relation to building services improvements & installations Subject matter expert and point of contact for Building Services Owner of building services assets across site Exercise discretion in operational decisions such as sequencing of works, site logistics, contractor coordination, and issue resolution on-site. Escalate major strategic decisions or deviations from budget/schedule to senior leadership but retains autonomy over daily site-level operational decisions. Key skills that will help you succeed in this role: Experience working on HVAC, AHU's or Air Conditioning Systems Experienced working with permitting systems Ability to work with and manage of 3rd Parties and external contractors Even if you only match some of the skills, we'd love to hear from you to discuss further! What we offer: We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees' financial and physical wellbeing, such as Retirement savings Share plans Saving accounts House saving funds Life and disability insurance Commuter allowances and loans Medical plans / health assessments Fitness discounts Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career! At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected. For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact (url removed). We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience. Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised. To submit your application, please click the "Apply" button online. All applications are carefully considered and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Johnson Matthey for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise.Johnson Matthey respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice: Johnson Matthey Privacy Notice . By applying for this role and creating an account you are agreeing to the notice. Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.
Electrical Design Engineer (Building Services) Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 Based within a growing multi-discipline building services design team, you will have the chance to work on a huge range of high-profile complex projects, and operate across multiple sectors - such as commercial, residential as well as mixed use, hotel, retail and healthcare. You will be alongside some of the best engineers as well as excellent progression and development opportunities towards even more senior roles in the coming years. Skills & Qualifications: Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or similar Able to design and deliver electrical engineering solutions on medium/large complex projects Excellent knowledge of the relevant design standards, legislation, best practice and emerging technology Sustainability focussed Able to understand the balance of engineering priorities on differing projects Proactively and energetically interact in a cross-functional team environment and be open minded to new ideas and concepts Sociable, outgoing and professional manner Highly motivated and willing to take on new challenges All respondents to this position must be eligible to live and work in the UK We aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and valued for their contribution Falcon Recruitment Services are one of the UK's leading specialist recruitment agencies, specialising within the built environment. We place all levels of personnel, up to directorship level across the UK and internationally.
Mar 07, 2026
Full time
Electrical Design Engineer (Building Services) Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 Based within a growing multi-discipline building services design team, you will have the chance to work on a huge range of high-profile complex projects, and operate across multiple sectors - such as commercial, residential as well as mixed use, hotel, retail and healthcare. You will be alongside some of the best engineers as well as excellent progression and development opportunities towards even more senior roles in the coming years. Skills & Qualifications: Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or similar Able to design and deliver electrical engineering solutions on medium/large complex projects Excellent knowledge of the relevant design standards, legislation, best practice and emerging technology Sustainability focussed Able to understand the balance of engineering priorities on differing projects Proactively and energetically interact in a cross-functional team environment and be open minded to new ideas and concepts Sociable, outgoing and professional manner Highly motivated and willing to take on new challenges All respondents to this position must be eligible to live and work in the UK We aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and valued for their contribution Falcon Recruitment Services are one of the UK's leading specialist recruitment agencies, specialising within the built environment. We place all levels of personnel, up to directorship level across the UK and internationally.
Senior EC&I Designer The Opportunity We re looking for Senior EC&I Designers to join a well-established engineering team supporting a broad range of utilities and infrastructure projects across the North West. This is a fantastic role for someone with strong electrical, control and instrumentation design experience who wants to work on diverse, technically challenging projects. Role Responsibilities Produce EC&I reports, scopes of work, and both concept and detailed designs Carry out site surveys on existing utility sites when required Prepare single line diagrams, block cable diagrams, electrical schematics and loop diagrams Complete documentation to agreed quality standards and project requirements Carry out cable sizing and modelling calculations using approved software Support multi-disciplinary project delivery, ensuring work is completed on time and to specification Skills & Experience Required Minimum 5 years EC&I or electrical design experience Strong background in utilities (clean water/wastewater) or pharmaceutical projects HNC/HND or degree in a relevant engineering discipline Understanding of WIMES standards (highly desirable) Proficient in AutoCAD and experienced with Trimble (Amtech) ProDesign or Electrical OM cable sizing tools Strong technical understanding with the ability to work collaboratively across teams Able to produce high-quality designs and documentation What s on Offer Company pension scheme Death in service benefit Hybrid working following probation 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Opportunity to buy up to 5 extra days annual leave Employee rewards and discount platform Employee Assistance Programme Recommend-a-Friend scheme Why Apply for the Senior EC&I Designer role? This role offers long-term stability, interesting project variety and the chance to develop your expertise in a supportive, well-established engineering environment. You ll work within a friendly team that encourages progression, continuous learning and high-quality design work. If you re interested in the Senior EC&I Designer role, click Apply to submit your application.
Mar 07, 2026
Full time
Senior EC&I Designer The Opportunity We re looking for Senior EC&I Designers to join a well-established engineering team supporting a broad range of utilities and infrastructure projects across the North West. This is a fantastic role for someone with strong electrical, control and instrumentation design experience who wants to work on diverse, technically challenging projects. Role Responsibilities Produce EC&I reports, scopes of work, and both concept and detailed designs Carry out site surveys on existing utility sites when required Prepare single line diagrams, block cable diagrams, electrical schematics and loop diagrams Complete documentation to agreed quality standards and project requirements Carry out cable sizing and modelling calculations using approved software Support multi-disciplinary project delivery, ensuring work is completed on time and to specification Skills & Experience Required Minimum 5 years EC&I or electrical design experience Strong background in utilities (clean water/wastewater) or pharmaceutical projects HNC/HND or degree in a relevant engineering discipline Understanding of WIMES standards (highly desirable) Proficient in AutoCAD and experienced with Trimble (Amtech) ProDesign or Electrical OM cable sizing tools Strong technical understanding with the ability to work collaboratively across teams Able to produce high-quality designs and documentation What s on Offer Company pension scheme Death in service benefit Hybrid working following probation 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Opportunity to buy up to 5 extra days annual leave Employee rewards and discount platform Employee Assistance Programme Recommend-a-Friend scheme Why Apply for the Senior EC&I Designer role? This role offers long-term stability, interesting project variety and the chance to develop your expertise in a supportive, well-established engineering environment. You ll work within a friendly team that encourages progression, continuous learning and high-quality design work. If you re interested in the Senior EC&I Designer role, click Apply to submit your application.
Commissioning Lead Sitewide (Large Commercial Development) Location: London City Centre (Site-Based) £110,000 - £120,000 + Travel + Benefits Sector: Commercial / Mixed-Use Development A senior Commissioning Lead is required to support the delivery of a high-profile city-centre project being delivered by a top-tier contractor. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for a commissioning professional who enjoys coordinating teams on site and driving system readiness across multiple buildings. Reporting to the Commissioning Manager, you will manage day-to-day commissioning activities, ensuring systems are completed, tested, and handed over in line with the project programme. Key Responsibilities Lead daily commissioning activities across all buildings Coordinate system completion, pre-commissioning, and testing Manage commissioning engineers and specialist subcontractors Drive closure of snags, defects, and outstanding actions Maintain commissioning documentation and test records Support phased handovers and client inspections Candidate Profile Background in mechanical, electrical, or MEP commissioning Experience on large multi-building or complex commercial projects Strong site coordination and problem-solving skills
Mar 07, 2026
Full time
Commissioning Lead Sitewide (Large Commercial Development) Location: London City Centre (Site-Based) £110,000 - £120,000 + Travel + Benefits Sector: Commercial / Mixed-Use Development A senior Commissioning Lead is required to support the delivery of a high-profile city-centre project being delivered by a top-tier contractor. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for a commissioning professional who enjoys coordinating teams on site and driving system readiness across multiple buildings. Reporting to the Commissioning Manager, you will manage day-to-day commissioning activities, ensuring systems are completed, tested, and handed over in line with the project programme. Key Responsibilities Lead daily commissioning activities across all buildings Coordinate system completion, pre-commissioning, and testing Manage commissioning engineers and specialist subcontractors Drive closure of snags, defects, and outstanding actions Maintain commissioning documentation and test records Support phased handovers and client inspections Candidate Profile Background in mechanical, electrical, or MEP commissioning Experience on large multi-building or complex commercial projects Strong site coordination and problem-solving skills
Head of Engineering Dorset Up to £80,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus Are you an experienced Engineering Manager looking for a role where you can lead, influence and make a real impact? Do you want the freedom to shape engineering strategy, elevate reliability and drive performance across a high volume manufacturing site? A market leading FMCG manufacturer is exclusively working with Yolk Recruitment to appoint a high calibre Head of Engineering who will take full ownership of engineering performance at a major production facility in Dorset. Reporting directly to the Site Director, this is a key senior leadership position where you'll shape the future of the site, build a high performing engineering culture and drive long term improvements to reliability and operational excellence. Why This Role? Strategic leadership role reporting into the Site Director Influence long term asset care, engineering strategy and site performance Lead, develop and strengthen an established engineering team Ownership of reliability, continuous improvement, maintenance excellence and capital investment A genuine opportunity to make lasting, measurable change across the site The Role As Head of Engineering, you will be responsible for engineering performance, reliability and compliance across a large scale FMCG manufacturing operation. Working closely with Operations and Senior Leadership, you'll set engineering direction, build a robust maintenance strategy and enhance overall site reliability. Key responsibilities include: Leading, coaching and developing the engineering team, driving a culture of safety, ownership and performance Improving maintenance strategy, asset care and plant reliability Ensuring compliance with HSE, environmental and engineering standards Managing engineering budgets, maintenance expenditure and contractor performance Delivering capital projects and wider site improvement initiatives Driving continuous improvement using structured problem solving and RCA Ensuring effective use of CMMS and maintenance planning processesWorking closely with Production to maximise uptime, OEE and operational efficiency The Person Strong leadership experience within a manufacturing engineering environment Background as an Engineering Manager, Head of Engineering or senior engineering leader Experience within FMCG or other fast paced, high volume industries Expertise in maintenance strategy, asset reliability and engineering performance improvement Experience managing teams, budgets, contractors and engineering KPIs Solid understanding of CMMS and metrics such as OEE, MTBF, MTTR Engineering qualifications (Apprenticeship, HNC, HND or Degree in electrical/mechanical discipline) You'll be a confident, influential engineering leader who can inspire teams and elevate site performance. Package Up to £80,000 salary Generous car allowance paid on top of salary Generous annual bonus also paid on top of salary 33 days holiday Private healthcare & life assurance Pension scheme Ongoing professional development and long term career opportunities You'll be joining a successful, well invested manufacturing organisation with strong financial performance and a long term growth strategy. Ready for your next challenge? This role is being exclusively managed by Yolk Recruitment, with engineering specialist Liam Reid leading the process. For a Private & Confidential discussion, please apply with an up to date CV - and feel free to include a cover letter detailing your suitability. We also operate a referral scheme - if you know someone ideal for this role, please get in touch. Due to high application volumes, if you have not been contacted within 7 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please check our website for future opportunities.
Mar 07, 2026
Full time
Head of Engineering Dorset Up to £80,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus Are you an experienced Engineering Manager looking for a role where you can lead, influence and make a real impact? Do you want the freedom to shape engineering strategy, elevate reliability and drive performance across a high volume manufacturing site? A market leading FMCG manufacturer is exclusively working with Yolk Recruitment to appoint a high calibre Head of Engineering who will take full ownership of engineering performance at a major production facility in Dorset. Reporting directly to the Site Director, this is a key senior leadership position where you'll shape the future of the site, build a high performing engineering culture and drive long term improvements to reliability and operational excellence. Why This Role? Strategic leadership role reporting into the Site Director Influence long term asset care, engineering strategy and site performance Lead, develop and strengthen an established engineering team Ownership of reliability, continuous improvement, maintenance excellence and capital investment A genuine opportunity to make lasting, measurable change across the site The Role As Head of Engineering, you will be responsible for engineering performance, reliability and compliance across a large scale FMCG manufacturing operation. Working closely with Operations and Senior Leadership, you'll set engineering direction, build a robust maintenance strategy and enhance overall site reliability. Key responsibilities include: Leading, coaching and developing the engineering team, driving a culture of safety, ownership and performance Improving maintenance strategy, asset care and plant reliability Ensuring compliance with HSE, environmental and engineering standards Managing engineering budgets, maintenance expenditure and contractor performance Delivering capital projects and wider site improvement initiatives Driving continuous improvement using structured problem solving and RCA Ensuring effective use of CMMS and maintenance planning processesWorking closely with Production to maximise uptime, OEE and operational efficiency The Person Strong leadership experience within a manufacturing engineering environment Background as an Engineering Manager, Head of Engineering or senior engineering leader Experience within FMCG or other fast paced, high volume industries Expertise in maintenance strategy, asset reliability and engineering performance improvement Experience managing teams, budgets, contractors and engineering KPIs Solid understanding of CMMS and metrics such as OEE, MTBF, MTTR Engineering qualifications (Apprenticeship, HNC, HND or Degree in electrical/mechanical discipline) You'll be a confident, influential engineering leader who can inspire teams and elevate site performance. Package Up to £80,000 salary Generous car allowance paid on top of salary Generous annual bonus also paid on top of salary 33 days holiday Private healthcare & life assurance Pension scheme Ongoing professional development and long term career opportunities You'll be joining a successful, well invested manufacturing organisation with strong financial performance and a long term growth strategy. Ready for your next challenge? This role is being exclusively managed by Yolk Recruitment, with engineering specialist Liam Reid leading the process. For a Private & Confidential discussion, please apply with an up to date CV - and feel free to include a cover letter detailing your suitability. We also operate a referral scheme - if you know someone ideal for this role, please get in touch. Due to high application volumes, if you have not been contacted within 7 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please check our website for future opportunities.
An engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking Senior/Principal Electrical Engineers for their Energy Unit. The role requires extensive experience in project leadership and electrical design for renewable energy projects. Candidates should have a relevant engineering qualification, excellent technical communication skills, and the ability to manage deliverables according to regulatory specifications. This position offers robust development opportunities in a flexible working environment.
Mar 07, 2026
Full time
An engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking Senior/Principal Electrical Engineers for their Energy Unit. The role requires extensive experience in project leadership and electrical design for renewable energy projects. Candidates should have a relevant engineering qualification, excellent technical communication skills, and the ability to manage deliverables according to regulatory specifications. This position offers robust development opportunities in a flexible working environment.
As an experienced Senior Electrical Systems Engineer, you will join a highly focussed and passionate team leading the delivery of electrical / electronic engineering across the business. Senior Electrical Systems Engineer Role: You will provide technical support to the delivery of the E&E design. You will support the planning, tracking and status reporting for the E&E deliverables across a number of projects concurrently whilst attending project-based meetings to update on status and delivery. Senior Electrical Systems Engineer Responsibilities: Project planning for E&E deliverables. Ability to plan, monitor and track multiple projects at one time. An up-to-date status for all live projects, with the ability to articulate project plans, challenges and next steps to achieve successful project delivery. Selection of correct hardware platform(s) to deliver the technical solution, considering environmental and cost targets. Thrive in a fast agile environment, developing prototype solutions to validate proof of concept ideas. Creation of software architecture to satisfy delivery of the requirements. Co-ordination of 3rd party support vendors with the creation of requirements and corresponding software architectures. Ensuring robust and reliable ECU communication protocols are followed in line with industry best practice (SAE J1939, Ethernet). Be able to read electronic schematic diagrams and their electrical wiring diagram counterpart. Ensure design for manufacture is considered, both relating to build of the programming and parameter configuration of selected solution. Sound record keeping techniques, of all designs, revisions and related updates. Senior Electrical Systems Engineer Requirements: Strong desire to learn from working on differing system architectures. Familiar with different requirements capturing tools. Knowledge of different CAN bus protocols i.e. CANOpen, J1939, ISO14229, ISO14230. Working knowledge of Software development techniques (V Model and functional safety). Awareness of security impact to achieve secure and resilient systems (hardware and software). Knowledge / experience of system integration testing at a vehicle level does the solution power up, communicate, operate and shut down as intended. Comfortable working with various electronic lab tools i.e. Spectrum analyser, Oscilloscope, Signal Generators, DC power supplies. Essential: Sound base knowledge of electronic and software development. Sound base knowledge of low-level firmware integration i.e. bootloader through to application layer and parameter configuration. Familiar with CAN bus protocols. Happy to use different types of lab equipment to monitor system behaviour i.e. CAN, frequencies, PWM and basic operation. Awareness of functional safety and security impact, on software development. Experience of validation and verification activity planning. Experience taking electronic systems from concept through to delivery. Desired: 5 years experience within Tier 1 or OE sectors (on highway or off highway) within system engineering or software development. Qualified to HND/Degree level in an electronic/electrical based technology discipline or equivalent experience. Validation and verification co-ordination. Experience of Project delivery. Senior Electrical Systems Engineer Benefits: In addition to an excellent salary, career progression and development opportunities, our client offers an excellent company pension scheme, medical insurance and dental care schemes, access to the company s healthy living centre and 33 days annual leave and flexibility around daily start and finish times. You will also have access to the Company s Reward Hub, giving you fantastic savings across a huge range of high street retailers, as well as access to exclusive company perks such as the Cycle to Work Scheme. Senior Electrical Systems Engineer Applications: VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this role This role is fully on-site This vacancy is only available to Candidates with relevant experience as detailed in the job description. Due to volume of applications, we are unable to respond to applicants who do not possess the required skills and experience. Recent Graduates who do not have the required level of industry experience need not apply. Candidates must be authorised to work in the country where this role is located BEFORE making an application.
Mar 07, 2026
Full time
As an experienced Senior Electrical Systems Engineer, you will join a highly focussed and passionate team leading the delivery of electrical / electronic engineering across the business. Senior Electrical Systems Engineer Role: You will provide technical support to the delivery of the E&E design. You will support the planning, tracking and status reporting for the E&E deliverables across a number of projects concurrently whilst attending project-based meetings to update on status and delivery. Senior Electrical Systems Engineer Responsibilities: Project planning for E&E deliverables. Ability to plan, monitor and track multiple projects at one time. An up-to-date status for all live projects, with the ability to articulate project plans, challenges and next steps to achieve successful project delivery. Selection of correct hardware platform(s) to deliver the technical solution, considering environmental and cost targets. Thrive in a fast agile environment, developing prototype solutions to validate proof of concept ideas. Creation of software architecture to satisfy delivery of the requirements. Co-ordination of 3rd party support vendors with the creation of requirements and corresponding software architectures. Ensuring robust and reliable ECU communication protocols are followed in line with industry best practice (SAE J1939, Ethernet). Be able to read electronic schematic diagrams and their electrical wiring diagram counterpart. Ensure design for manufacture is considered, both relating to build of the programming and parameter configuration of selected solution. Sound record keeping techniques, of all designs, revisions and related updates. Senior Electrical Systems Engineer Requirements: Strong desire to learn from working on differing system architectures. Familiar with different requirements capturing tools. Knowledge of different CAN bus protocols i.e. CANOpen, J1939, ISO14229, ISO14230. Working knowledge of Software development techniques (V Model and functional safety). Awareness of security impact to achieve secure and resilient systems (hardware and software). Knowledge / experience of system integration testing at a vehicle level does the solution power up, communicate, operate and shut down as intended. Comfortable working with various electronic lab tools i.e. Spectrum analyser, Oscilloscope, Signal Generators, DC power supplies. Essential: Sound base knowledge of electronic and software development. Sound base knowledge of low-level firmware integration i.e. bootloader through to application layer and parameter configuration. Familiar with CAN bus protocols. Happy to use different types of lab equipment to monitor system behaviour i.e. CAN, frequencies, PWM and basic operation. Awareness of functional safety and security impact, on software development. Experience of validation and verification activity planning. Experience taking electronic systems from concept through to delivery. Desired: 5 years experience within Tier 1 or OE sectors (on highway or off highway) within system engineering or software development. Qualified to HND/Degree level in an electronic/electrical based technology discipline or equivalent experience. Validation and verification co-ordination. Experience of Project delivery. Senior Electrical Systems Engineer Benefits: In addition to an excellent salary, career progression and development opportunities, our client offers an excellent company pension scheme, medical insurance and dental care schemes, access to the company s healthy living centre and 33 days annual leave and flexibility around daily start and finish times. You will also have access to the Company s Reward Hub, giving you fantastic savings across a huge range of high street retailers, as well as access to exclusive company perks such as the Cycle to Work Scheme. Senior Electrical Systems Engineer Applications: VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this role This role is fully on-site This vacancy is only available to Candidates with relevant experience as detailed in the job description. Due to volume of applications, we are unable to respond to applicants who do not possess the required skills and experience. Recent Graduates who do not have the required level of industry experience need not apply. Candidates must be authorised to work in the country where this role is located BEFORE making an application.
A world-renowned Machinery Design Manufacturer are looking for an experienced Electrical Assembly Team Leader to join their growing Production department. This company specialise in the design of Special Purpose Machinery for a niche sector on a global scale. Youll report directly to the Assembly Senior Manager and oversee the assembly & electrical department, consisting of over 20 engineers click apply for full job details
Mar 06, 2026
Full time
A world-renowned Machinery Design Manufacturer are looking for an experienced Electrical Assembly Team Leader to join their growing Production department. This company specialise in the design of Special Purpose Machinery for a niche sector on a global scale. Youll report directly to the Assembly Senior Manager and oversee the assembly & electrical department, consisting of over 20 engineers click apply for full job details
Senior Commercial Manager Location: North East RegionContract Type: Full-time, PermanentSalary: Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Freedom's North East Business Unit has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Commercial Manager to lead commercial operations across a portfolio of civil and electrical framework projects, delivering more than £50m of annual turnover. Working with major DNO clients, the Business Unit delivers multiple concurrent programmes of high-volume, low-value works where framework experience, commercial governance and strong leadership are essential.This role forms part of both the Regional Senior Leadership Team and the Divisional Commercial Leadership Team. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Provide commercial leadership, ensuring compliance with Freedom's health and safety and governance standards. Manage commercial performance across multiple frameworks, ensuring objectives are met at team, regional and divisional levels. Oversee commercial rigour across all contracts, including cost management and compliance with Group operating procedures. Lead commercial contract reviews, including T&Cs evaluation, risk assessment and mitigation strategies for bids. Ensure all supply chain contracts are appropriate, compliant and commercially robust. Produce cash flow forecasts, monthly forecasting and CVRs in line with business tempo. Measure completed works, manage compensation events and support monthly project reviews. Attend client progress meetings and prepare commercial reports for the Regional Director. Manage applications, invoicing, debt recovery and post-audit activities. Lead, coach and develop commercial staff across the Business Unit. Work closely with operational teams to meet monthly financial targets and support continuous improvement. What We're Looking For: Essential: Significant experience in a senior commercial or quantity surveying role. Experience in civil and high-voltage electrical projects. Strong framework management experience (high-volume/low-value). Comprehensive understanding of NEC contracts and commercial governance. Strong financial acumen, including forecasting, CVRs and cost control. Desirable: MRICS or similar professional commercial qualification. Relevant degree or equivalent (e.g., Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management). Experience in DNO or electricity industry organisations. CDM awareness. Benefits: Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Mar 06, 2026
Full time
Senior Commercial Manager Location: North East RegionContract Type: Full-time, PermanentSalary: Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Freedom's North East Business Unit has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Commercial Manager to lead commercial operations across a portfolio of civil and electrical framework projects, delivering more than £50m of annual turnover. Working with major DNO clients, the Business Unit delivers multiple concurrent programmes of high-volume, low-value works where framework experience, commercial governance and strong leadership are essential.This role forms part of both the Regional Senior Leadership Team and the Divisional Commercial Leadership Team. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Provide commercial leadership, ensuring compliance with Freedom's health and safety and governance standards. Manage commercial performance across multiple frameworks, ensuring objectives are met at team, regional and divisional levels. Oversee commercial rigour across all contracts, including cost management and compliance with Group operating procedures. Lead commercial contract reviews, including T&Cs evaluation, risk assessment and mitigation strategies for bids. Ensure all supply chain contracts are appropriate, compliant and commercially robust. Produce cash flow forecasts, monthly forecasting and CVRs in line with business tempo. Measure completed works, manage compensation events and support monthly project reviews. Attend client progress meetings and prepare commercial reports for the Regional Director. Manage applications, invoicing, debt recovery and post-audit activities. Lead, coach and develop commercial staff across the Business Unit. Work closely with operational teams to meet monthly financial targets and support continuous improvement. What We're Looking For: Essential: Significant experience in a senior commercial or quantity surveying role. Experience in civil and high-voltage electrical projects. Strong framework management experience (high-volume/low-value). Comprehensive understanding of NEC contracts and commercial governance. Strong financial acumen, including forecasting, CVRs and cost control. Desirable: MRICS or similar professional commercial qualification. Relevant degree or equivalent (e.g., Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management). Experience in DNO or electricity industry organisations. CDM awareness. Benefits: Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
