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A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a high-calibre junior-level policy consultant to join its Environmental Policy and Economics team in Brussels. The role involves contributing to policy development and implementation, supporting a diverse range of environmental policy projects, and engaging with clients and stakeholders to build relationships and identify new opportunities. Ideal candidates will have a postgraduate qualification in a related field and strong research and communication skills. Join an exciting team with opportunities for career development and international exposure.

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. A little more about your role Do you want to help WSP to help healthcare providers plan and deliver world class, future ready healthcare facilities? We have ambitious growth plans and a strong pipeline of work and now need to recruit to between Consultant and Senior levels in our Healthcare Assets and Partnerships team. We are looking for dynamic, ambitious candidates with experience of NHS business case development (ideally including experience of primary care business cases), primary care healthcare planning and expertise in the development of strategies and plans for integrated healthcare hub projects. This is an opportunity to join a large and growing specialist advisory team in a dynamic, forward thinking company and provide specialist capital project consultancy services and related technical advice to clients on their estate strategies and capital projects. The position is ideally based in London or Birmingham with hybrid-working or office-based options. You will usually work as part of a team on projects supporting our clients, working towards increasing autonomy. You will have a good understanding of the UK healthcare market and current issues relation to property and capital projects. You will have the opportunity to develop your career with formal and informal training and support and take on more challenging and independent work as your skills and confidence grow. WSP is one of the world's leading professional services advisory companies. We have a growing and successful healthcare consultancy business and we are appointed to several national frameworks that provide excellent access to public sector clients. This team is part of WSP's specialist Healthcare and Lifesciences Advisory (HSLA) team which provides a range of strategic advisory and project delivery expertise to the NHP, NHS Trusts, ICBs, GPs, independent hospitals, contractors and PPP consortia across a variety of procurement routes. The HSLA team: provide healthcare planning ranging from market analysis, activity and capacity modelling to SOAs and design development support; coordinate and write business cases to secure capital funding for investment in new healthcare developments; develop estate strategies from PCN through NHS Trust to ICS-wide; plan moves into new hospitals; provide PPP and FM consultancy support; provide healthcare service transformation support; deliver digital healthcare services; deliver project, programme and cost management services; deliver property management advice. For more details see here: WSP Healthcare Advisory Services The HLSA team you will join sits alongside a large number of complementary teams, working on many of the country's most iconic projects, providing services such as economic advisory; design management; business rates and valuations, town planning, risk consultancy; building surveying; environmental and energy advice; engineering design; transport planning, geographical information systems and development advice. An exciting part of the role is the opportunity to connect these services with our healthcare clients to help make their services and estates future ready. What we will be looking for you to demonstrate UK/NHS health sector experience working for a professional services consultancy. Proven ability and track record working with clients in NHS business case development (ideally including experience of primary care business cases), primary care healthcare planning and expertise in the development of strategies and plans for integrated healthcare hub projects. Experience in helping to prepare elements of tender submissions and preparing and delivering presentations to win new work and external and internal networking. Degree qualified. One or more of: PRINCE 2 Practitioner, MSP, APMPQ, Better Business Cases Practitioner, MSc Planning Buildings for Health, other relevant professional qualifications. Knowledge of NHS property and capital project policy, processes, guidance and stakeholders. An understanding of construction and the property lifecycle. Able to advise clients on best practice approaches in respect of the service being provided. Able to research, analyse data and present findings verbally, in writing or graphically. Comfortable co facilitating workshops or chairing meetings. Numerate and comfortable with spreadsheets. Able to prepare project plans and programmes. An understanding of risk and risk management techniques. Excellent communication skills with an ability to engage sensitively to different project stakeholders. Commercially astute, recognising opportunities and constraints in relation to the delivery of consultancy services. Excellent MS Office skills. Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can. Apply today.

We are FBC UK, Fox's Burton's Companies! And we bake the UK's most incredible biscuits (we might be slightly biased, but we will leave that for you to judge). FBC UK was a match made in heaven, with two of the top UK biscuits manufacturers (Burton's Biscuits and Fox's Biscuits) coming together to create one unique, integrated company. We are home to famous iconic brands, including Maryland, Fox's, Jammie Dodger & Rocky, to name just a few. We are proud manufacturing partners to some of the biggest UK retailers and household names. We bake our incredible biscuits at eight bakeries across the UK, located at Isle of Arran, Livingston, Blackpool, Llantarnam, Edinburgh, Kirkham, Batley & Dorset and our HQ in St Pauls. Together, we employ circa 4,000 amazing colleagues across all our locations. Whilst we know that we have delicious products we also know that that the key ingredient to our success is our people, and the passion we have for our brands. You could be the Jammy to our dodger, party ring to our Fox's or the choc-chip to our Maryland?! We need people with innovative ideas, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the commitment to drive FBC UK to success. We are committed to building an inclusive workforce that feels empowered to build a fulfilling and successful career. By embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) we create a supportive environment for people to thrive and strive to have more positive impact. We understand that having formal and on-the-job learning opportunities is key to our colleagues' professional and personal growth. We are committed to providing an environment where everyone can learn from each other and grow through a variety of learning experiences. Our colleagues make our business special. With strong community values, we believe FBC UK is a more prosperous and fun place to work when people feel free to be themselves. We believe in the power of being authentic, entrepreneurial, and supporting each other whilst meeting our business goals. About the Role The Factory Manager holds full accountability for leading and managing the assigned Production Units, ensuring optimal performance in quality, output, and cost efficiency through the effective use of all production resources. This role plays a pivotal part in driving operational excellence and delivering results across all key performance areas. In addition to overseeing daily production operations, the Factory Manager leads the Site Leadership Team, providing strategic direction, fostering cross functional alignment, and ensuring that site-wide objectives are achieved. Acting as the central reference point for all activities related to the development, enhancement, and continuous improvement of production processes, the Factory Manager champions a culture of efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement across the site. Main Responsibilities Production Management & Execution Lead and manage production budgets (labour, energy, maintenance, investments) with relevant functions. In conjunction with the Area Engineering Manager ensures effective maintenance and reliability of all production assets. Deliver production plans on time, within cost, and to required standards. Ensure full compliance with safety, environmental, food, and regulatory requirements. Guarantee product quality through adherence to defined standards. Ensure production processes follow approved technical specifications. Development & Improvement Identify and implement improvements to production processes, organisation, and equipment. Lead and prioritise improvement initiatives aligned with group strategy. Drive development of the plant's industrial systems through continuous improvement. Own the plant master plan for the assigned production area. People Management Define development plans and support the growth of team members. Motivate, coach, and enable teams to deliver high performance. Ensure effective communication and information cascade across all production teams. Collect and implement improvement ideas for processes, organisation, and plant performance. Strengthen the plant's industrial system through structured continuous improvement. Prioritise improvement activities in line with FBC UK guidelines. Quality Ensure production meets defined quality standards. In conjunction with the QFS function maintains compliance with hygiene, quality, and certification requirements (e.g., ISO, IFS). Act as point of accountability for product quality and safety for site-produced goods. Technological Process Ensure all operations follow agreed technical standards. Align and update production processes in line with new technologies. Safety & Environment Guarantee compliance with all safety, environmental, and food legislation. Oversee implementation of all regulatory requirements. Maintain responsibility for health and safety performance to external bodies. Allocate resources to lines in line with operational needs. Support medium term workforce planning with the Shift Planner. Manage daily workforce changes (allocation, breaks, cover, holidays etc.). Support conflict resolution and participate in disciplinary processes. Lead medium to long term resource planning for the production area. Support strong communication and alignment through line managers. Who we are looking for Education & Technical Background Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience). Strong knowledge of production processes, industrial operations, and manufacturing best practice. Demonstrated understanding of safety, environmental, food, and regulatory compliance requirements. Experience Significant experience in a production, operations, or factory management role in a manufacturing environment. Proven track record of leading teams and managing performance in a high volume or fast paced production setting. Experience managing production budgets and optimising cost, quality, and efficiency. Hands on experience with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma). Experience implementing quality standards and maintaining certifications (e.g., ISO, IFS, BRC, HACCP). Demonstrated ability to lead cross functional teams and act as part of a senior site leadership team. Skills & Capabilities Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience developing and coaching teams. Excellent problem solving and decision making abilities. Strong planning, organisational, and prioritisation skills. Ability to manage multiple complex activities simultaneously while maintaining focus on operational results. Effective communication and stakeholder management skills. Competence in using production systems, reporting tools, and standard Microsoft applications. Diversity Statement FBC UK is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at FBC UK. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. A little more about your role We are looking for a Senior level environmental professional to support our Environmental Management and Assessment Team in one of our UK offices. We have an exciting portfolio of projects which span a number of sectors such as energy, aviation, nuclear, rail, property and Local Government to name but a few. We need people with creative spirit, a dedicated approach and a solid grounding in environmental design, assessment and management at any stage of the development project lifecycle. As one of the largest environmental consultancies in the UK, WSP gets involved in some of the most challenging and high-profile projects. We work on anything from small developments across every sector, through to major national infrastructure schemes. Our Environmental Management and Assessment Team oversees and manages the environmental inputs to these schemes, with involvement through their lifecycle. Our early engagement at the concept and option stages helps us to shape projects that reflect the challenges of sensitive environments and communities. In supporting continued design through to consent application, we work closely with our wider environmental specialists, as well as other skilled professionals, to develop proposals that fit with and enhance the environment and communities they sit within. We work to build in wider benefits of improved habitats, cleaner air and water, lower carbon and overall environmental gain. And with schemes approved and underway, we work alongside design and construction teams to ensure practice meets commitment. The role is ideally suited to a pro active individual looking to use their initiative to progress their career. As a Senior EIA Consultant within WSPs Environmental Assessment and Management team, you will work with a range of technical environmental specialists and design teams across multiple sectors to manage environmental inputs to project designs and assessments. You will be instrumental in improving the environmental performance for a diverse range of projects across multiple sectors. The role would suit an enthusiastic individual looking to influence, manage and deliver environmental elements of engineering projects, within a wide range of sectors including rail, highways, energy and commercial / residential, from feasibility through to planning, detailed design, construction and handover / maintenance. You will have responsibility for managing projects including tasks relating to bidding, project team management, project delivery, and financial management. You will have the opportunity to work with a great team across the UK, where inspiring work and a fulfilling working life are a priority. A typical week could include: Providing environmental advice and support to clients, project managers and colleagues Working with colleagues, diverse environmental specialists, clients and engineering teams to promote sustainable design and environmental enhancement Managing the delivery of a diverse range of environmental inputs into projects including EIA screening requests and scoping reports, environmental constraints studies, environmental management plans and Environmental Statements Managing projects, overseeing our performance on technical, quality, commercial, and health and safety Building relationships with clients and identifying opportunities to provide support in areas such as resourcing, programming, strategy development and project delivery. Undertaking activities to secure new work, including preparing proposals, contributing to strategic bid preparation, and participating in business development opportunities. Supporting the development of innovative techniques to shape the way we do our business whether through Digital EIA, Technical Excellence, Future Ready EIA etc. Inspiring and upskilling junior colleagues to support their career development. Promoting an inclusive workplace, demonstrating an understanding of Health and Safety whilst living the values of our health, safety, and wellbeing culture. Undertaking actions that contribute towards the success of the WSP business strategy, whilst being self motivated towards goals relevant to the role, team, and your projects. What we will be looking for you to demonstrate A relevant environmental degree level qualification in EIA, or similar Achieved or demonstrably working towards Chartered Environmental Status and Full membership of IEMA, or similar qualification with a relevant professional body Experience of EIA and EIA processes and working with limited supervision within multi disciplinary teams Knowledge and experience of relevant environmental and planning legislation Demonstrable post qualified experience of coordinating environmental assessments on a variety of projects An appreciation of project management activities, including commercial and risk aspects, forecasting, and quality assurance Experience in work winning and bid preparation activities Experience of liaising with cross discipline teams, clients, and with external bodies and organisations Verbal and written communication skills including report writing with an attention to detail Demonstrable experience of promoting a positive health, safety and wellbeing culture Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can. Apply today.

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. A little more about your role Do you have a keen interest in environmental policy and an enthusiasm for developing solutions to complex and challenging problems? Are you looking for the ideal opportunity to take your career in environmental consultancy to the next level? If so, we are seeking a high calibre Senior level policy consultant to join our growing team at WSP in Brussels. The role is in WSP's Environmental Policy and Economics team, based in our Brussels office, and working globally in collaboration with colleagues across the UK, Europe and Canada. The team provides robust, impartial and influential advice on policy development and strategic response across the full policy lifecycle (policy development and assessment; implementation; review, evaluation and revision). WSP is the world's leading engineering company, specialising in infrastructure, transport, earth, environment, power, energy, property, buildings and advisory. This is an exceptional opportunity for the right candidate, opening your potential for career development, exposure to diverse projects as well as international travel in a friendly and supportive environment. YOUR TEAM WSP is at the forefront of providing policy and economic advisory services to the public and private sector across the EU and UK. WSP's Environmental Policy and Economics team is a market leader in providing policy, technical and economic advice on the development and implementation of environmental policy and business response to policy. We have an extensive track record across all major environmental fields including chemicals and water policy, industrial emissions, air quality, waste, circular economy, taxonomy, biodiversity, climate change mitigation and adaptation. Working with us will bring you into contact with policy makers at the highest level and your input will contribute to protecting and improving the environment for millions of people across multiple countries. Our reputation for robust and impartial analysis means our projects directly influence the development and improvement of environmental policies in the UK, EU and beyond, addressing some of the most challenging issues we face. Our work with the likes of national Governments, EU institutions and agencies, international bodies such as the United Nations and World Bank, alongside industry associations and major global companies stretches our positive influence around the world. WSP's Environmental Policy and Economics team is based across our offices in the UK (London, Reading, Bristol, Manchester and Edinburgh) and Belgium (Brussels). The team works alongside our broader global advisory services, bringing together a worldwide community of environmental specialists numbering more than people over more than 50 countries. Our Belgium-based team is looking to increase our presence in the heart of EU policy making. Located in the heart of Brussels, our multi disciplinary team will involve you in EU projects from day one whilst providing you with training, career development and personal support services that will assist you in becoming a recognised expert in your fields of interest. You will be joining the business at an extremely exciting time, with an expanding team, strong forward workload, and an ambitious strategy for growth. In this role you will: Work in multi disciplinary teams, contributing to policy development, implementation and evaluation; cost benefit analysis; information/data collection and analysis; socio economic assessment; stakeholder consultation; report writing and verbal presentation. Lead the delivery of a diverse range of environmental policy projects at national and international level, for clients such as international organisations (e.g. OECD, United Nations); EU institutions and agencies (European Commission, European Chemicals Agency, European Environment Agency); national governments (e.g. Canada, EU Member States, the UK, etc.); and the private sector. Actively engage with clients and stakeholders from the public and private sectors, building and maintaining relationships to identify new business opportunities. Lead the winning of new environmental policy projects through effective proposal writing and presentations, and represent WSP at relevant EU policy forums, conferences, and meetings. Manage and/or direct projects, ensuring projects are executed efficiently, on time, and within budget, and ensure effective engagement and communication with clients, stakeholders, partners and WSP staff to ensure work is delivered to a high standard. Collaborate within the team toward wider business development goals, helping to implement long term strategies for the environmental policy team. What we will be looking for you to demonstrate We are looking for candidates with a blend of technical, commercial and project management experience in the field of environmental policy. Relevant work experience may be within a consultancy, government, research agency/think tank, NGO or private sector / industry organisation or relevant placement. The role requires proven experience working in environmental policy or policy analysis, and an understanding of processes such as policy impact assessment and evaluation in one or more of the following topic areas: hazardous chemicals, water policy, industrial emissions, air quality, waste, circular economy, taxonomy, biodiversity, climate change mitigation and adaptation. Our ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, experience and skills: A postgraduate qualification in one of the following areas: environmental science; environmental technology, chemistry, engineering, policy; law. A demonstrable interest in further developing a career in environmental policy (e.g. related to one or several of the thematic areas mentioned above), and knowledge of the policy landscape associated with those thematic policy areas. Demonstrable research skills and understanding of analytical techniques e.g. the collection, validation, analysis and synthesis of data, summarizing and critically evaluating literature, designing and conducting stakeholder consultations, dissemination of surveys, market analysis; socio economic analysis; regulatory impact assessment. Familiarity with national and international sources of government and business statistics would be desirable. Excellent written and verbal communication skills to present findings, policy recommendations, and project updates to clients, stakeholders, and the broader public; ability to write clear and concise reports in English, and for non technical audiences. Strong expertise in policy evaluation and impact assessment methodologies, using data driven approaches to inform decision making and policy recommendations. Experience of project management demonstrating the ability to effectively manage a portfolio of environmental policy projects, including ensuring deadlines are met and deliverables are of high quality; experience in budgeting, resource allocation, client and subcontractor management and project planning to achieve successful project outcomes. Demonstrable strategy and commercial experience, including proven track record in winning new environmental policy projects and contracts through successful proposal writing, as well as developing opportunities through new and existing client relationships and networks. Staff management and collaboration experience - demonstrating experience in communication and interpersonal skills to mentor and develop team members, fostering a cohesive and high performing team environment. Applications from those with European language skills are particularly welcome. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself? With us, you can. Apply today

A global engineering company is seeking a Senior-level policy consultant to enhance its environmental consultancy services. The role involves leading projects, engaging stakeholders, and advising on policy development across various sectors. The ideal candidate will be skilled in environmental policy, project management, and analytical techniques, with a postgraduate qualification in a relevant field. This position offers the opportunity for career development in an international context, with potential for travel and diverse projects.