Join Our Team as an Electrical Design Engineer based in Nottingham, United Kingdom Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 Annum Hours: Full Time, Permanent Why Work With Us? A career at Davenham Switchgear offers far more, including the combination of the stability and resources of being a brand of Legrand, with the close-knit, agile team we've built at Davenham. As well as exciting opportunities to work on cutting-edge switchgear which is powering data centres for some of the biggest tech companies in the world. We're proud of the continued success of our Dublin operation over the last 40 years and we are excited to be expanding into the UK at our new state-of-the-art Nottingham site. Benefits of joining our team 8am - 4.30pm Monday to Thursday, 1pm finish Friday Death in service - 3 x salary 25 days holidays On site parking Health plan after probation EAP Christmas shutdown On site The Electrical Design Engineer role: This is a new role reporting into the Head of Design who is based in Dublin. Therefore, we are looking for a technical expert, with an electrical design back ground, who is able to work on an autonomous basis, influencing design strategy and driving innovation. The role will involve working directly with project leads, production teams and clients to shape projects from concept to completion. With initial onboarding taking place in Dublin for 3 weeks and an estimated 2 days a month there after. The successful candidate will serve as a vital link between operations and technical teams, contributing to complex projects while advancing their career within a growing international company. The role is very project orientated so it would be desirable for candidates to hold PMP certification. Key Responsibilities: Design & Development: Create schematic designs, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings for switchgear control units using AutoCAD and other CAD tools. Ensure designs meet company, national, and international standards for safety and performance. Experience working to U/L standards desirable. Project Management: Manage projects from inception to completion, including scope definition, design approvals, and on-time delivery. Coordinate with production teams to implement design changes, track milestones, and manage client expectations. Participate in vendor meetings and manage outsourced design or manufacturing support as needed. Client Engagement & Collaboration: Build strong relationships with clients and internal teams, providing technical guidance and responding to inquiries. Prepare and lead Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), supporting clients with documentation and technical expertise. Documentation & Compliance: Ensure accurate project documentation including as-built drawings, test certificates, warranty information, and H2C/O+M manuals. Maintain records and ensure all handover documentation is uploaded to client systems. What you'll need to join us as an Electrical Design Engineer: Degree in Electrical Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field; MSc in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems) advantageous. Post-graduate design experience, ideally in LV switchgear, PDU, or RPP design. Proficient in AutoCAD design is desired. Particularly in the creation of 3 phase schematic drawings. Experience producing technical drawings, calculations, and specifications. Strong understanding of engineering principles, industry standards, and compliance requirements. Excellent time management, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously. Project management certification is desirable. Strong IT literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite. Commercial awareness and client-facing experience. Experience with Procore beneficial but not essential. Effective computer systems management and file organisation skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience collaborating across multidisciplinary teams and international offices. Proactive and results-driven, demonstrating initiative, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions. Adaptable and resilient, able to respond to evolving project requirements and client needs. If you're an experienced Electrcial Design Engineer looking to work with a forward-thinking, people-focused business, we'd love to hear from you. Note: We reserve the right to amend this job description in line with business needs. All changes will be communicated accordingly. No agencies please.
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Join Our Team as an Electrical Design Engineer based in Nottingham, United Kingdom Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 Annum Hours: Full Time, Permanent Why Work With Us? A career at Davenham Switchgear offers far more, including the combination of the stability and resources of being a brand of Legrand, with the close-knit, agile team we've built at Davenham. As well as exciting opportunities to work on cutting-edge switchgear which is powering data centres for some of the biggest tech companies in the world. We're proud of the continued success of our Dublin operation over the last 40 years and we are excited to be expanding into the UK at our new state-of-the-art Nottingham site. Benefits of joining our team 8am - 4.30pm Monday to Thursday, 1pm finish Friday Death in service - 3 x salary 25 days holidays On site parking Health plan after probation EAP Christmas shutdown On site The Electrical Design Engineer role: This is a new role reporting into the Head of Design who is based in Dublin. Therefore, we are looking for a technical expert, with an electrical design back ground, who is able to work on an autonomous basis, influencing design strategy and driving innovation. The role will involve working directly with project leads, production teams and clients to shape projects from concept to completion. With initial onboarding taking place in Dublin for 3 weeks and an estimated 2 days a month there after. The successful candidate will serve as a vital link between operations and technical teams, contributing to complex projects while advancing their career within a growing international company. The role is very project orientated so it would be desirable for candidates to hold PMP certification. Key Responsibilities: Design & Development: Create schematic designs, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings for switchgear control units using AutoCAD and other CAD tools. Ensure designs meet company, national, and international standards for safety and performance. Experience working to U/L standards desirable. Project Management: Manage projects from inception to completion, including scope definition, design approvals, and on-time delivery. Coordinate with production teams to implement design changes, track milestones, and manage client expectations. Participate in vendor meetings and manage outsourced design or manufacturing support as needed. Client Engagement & Collaboration: Build strong relationships with clients and internal teams, providing technical guidance and responding to inquiries. Prepare and lead Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), supporting clients with documentation and technical expertise. Documentation & Compliance: Ensure accurate project documentation including as-built drawings, test certificates, warranty information, and H2C/O+M manuals. Maintain records and ensure all handover documentation is uploaded to client systems. What you'll need to join us as an Electrical Design Engineer: Degree in Electrical Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field; MSc in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems) advantageous. Post-graduate design experience, ideally in LV switchgear, PDU, or RPP design. Proficient in AutoCAD design is desired. Particularly in the creation of 3 phase schematic drawings. Experience producing technical drawings, calculations, and specifications. Strong understanding of engineering principles, industry standards, and compliance requirements. Excellent time management, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously. Project management certification is desirable. Strong IT literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite. Commercial awareness and client-facing experience. Experience with Procore beneficial but not essential. Effective computer systems management and file organisation skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience collaborating across multidisciplinary teams and international offices. Proactive and results-driven, demonstrating initiative, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions. Adaptable and resilient, able to respond to evolving project requirements and client needs. If you're an experienced Electrcial Design Engineer looking to work with a forward-thinking, people-focused business, we'd love to hear from you. Note: We reserve the right to amend this job description in line with business needs. All changes will be communicated accordingly. No agencies please.
The Person: The Manufacturing Manager plays a central role in ensuring PROPER Snacks' production lines run safely, efficiently, and consistently to the highest standards. This leader oversees the day to day operation of the manufacturing function, managing a team of Shift Managers and driving performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost. The Role: Reporting to the Head of Manufacturing, this is a hands on, people focused role suited to someone who thrives in a fast paced FMCG environment and enjoys building strong teams, improving processes, and delivering exceptional results. Responsibilities: Leadership & Team Management Lead, coach, and develop Shift Managers, ensuring clarity of expectations and consistent performance across all shifts. Foster a high performance culture built on accountability, continuous improvement, and open communication. Ensure effective handovers and alignment between shifts to maintain seamless operations. Safety Champion a proactive safety culture, ensuring all teams follow safe working practices and comply with legal and internal standards. Drive incident reduction through root cause analysis, corrective actions, and ongoing training. Ensure the site meets or exceeds all health & safety KPIs. Quality Maintain PROPER SNACKS high product quality standards through robust processes, training, and compliance. Partner with Quality and Technical teams to resolve issues quickly and prevent recurrence. Ensure all manufacturing activities meet food safety, regulatory, and audit requirements. Delivery Oversee daily production performance to meet output, service, and schedule targets. Monitor and optimise line performance, labour utilisation, and shift efficiency. Ensure effective planning and resource allocation to support demand. Cost Manage manufacturing cost performance, identifying opportunities to reduce waste, improve yield, and enhance productivity. Support budgeting and forecasting activities for labour, materials, and overheads. Lead continuous improvement initiatives using lean tools and data driven decision making. Requirements: Proven leadership experience in FMCG manufacturing, ideally food or snacks. Strong understanding of safety, quality, and operational excellence principles. Demonstrated ability to lead multi shift teams and drive consistent performance. Experience with lean manufacturing, problem solving tools, and continuous improvement. Excellent communication, coaching, and stakeholder management skills. Comfortable working in a fast moving, entrepreneurial environment. About PS: PROPER SNACKS is the home of PROPER and Eat Real. The UK's fastest-growing major snacks company. We're a diverse team of builders, thinkers, creators and makers - based in London and Nuneaton and serving snackers across Europe. Our brilliant team are united by an insatiable curiosity and driven by an entrepreneurial spirit. At PROPER SNACKS, we don't sit still. We scale fast, dream big and back our people to make stuff happen. Our values keep us grounded: Be builder. Dream bigger. Seriously fun. Whether you're joining us in London - where the brands are built, and big ideas take flight. Or in Nuneaton where magic happens in our factory and every bag gets made - you'll be part of a team shaking up the snacking world. Get a flavour of what life is like at PROPER SNACKS here LDN - Drummond Street - London - NW1 3HP NUN - Townsend Dr - Nuneaton - CV11 6TJ Our Approach: PROPER and Eat Real is an equal opportunities employer and we do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability, or age. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to accommodate you to participate fully in the recruitment or interview process.
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
The Person: The Manufacturing Manager plays a central role in ensuring PROPER Snacks' production lines run safely, efficiently, and consistently to the highest standards. This leader oversees the day to day operation of the manufacturing function, managing a team of Shift Managers and driving performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost. The Role: Reporting to the Head of Manufacturing, this is a hands on, people focused role suited to someone who thrives in a fast paced FMCG environment and enjoys building strong teams, improving processes, and delivering exceptional results. Responsibilities: Leadership & Team Management Lead, coach, and develop Shift Managers, ensuring clarity of expectations and consistent performance across all shifts. Foster a high performance culture built on accountability, continuous improvement, and open communication. Ensure effective handovers and alignment between shifts to maintain seamless operations. Safety Champion a proactive safety culture, ensuring all teams follow safe working practices and comply with legal and internal standards. Drive incident reduction through root cause analysis, corrective actions, and ongoing training. Ensure the site meets or exceeds all health & safety KPIs. Quality Maintain PROPER SNACKS high product quality standards through robust processes, training, and compliance. Partner with Quality and Technical teams to resolve issues quickly and prevent recurrence. Ensure all manufacturing activities meet food safety, regulatory, and audit requirements. Delivery Oversee daily production performance to meet output, service, and schedule targets. Monitor and optimise line performance, labour utilisation, and shift efficiency. Ensure effective planning and resource allocation to support demand. Cost Manage manufacturing cost performance, identifying opportunities to reduce waste, improve yield, and enhance productivity. Support budgeting and forecasting activities for labour, materials, and overheads. Lead continuous improvement initiatives using lean tools and data driven decision making. Requirements: Proven leadership experience in FMCG manufacturing, ideally food or snacks. Strong understanding of safety, quality, and operational excellence principles. Demonstrated ability to lead multi shift teams and drive consistent performance. Experience with lean manufacturing, problem solving tools, and continuous improvement. Excellent communication, coaching, and stakeholder management skills. Comfortable working in a fast moving, entrepreneurial environment. About PS: PROPER SNACKS is the home of PROPER and Eat Real. The UK's fastest-growing major snacks company. We're a diverse team of builders, thinkers, creators and makers - based in London and Nuneaton and serving snackers across Europe. Our brilliant team are united by an insatiable curiosity and driven by an entrepreneurial spirit. At PROPER SNACKS, we don't sit still. We scale fast, dream big and back our people to make stuff happen. Our values keep us grounded: Be builder. Dream bigger. Seriously fun. Whether you're joining us in London - where the brands are built, and big ideas take flight. Or in Nuneaton where magic happens in our factory and every bag gets made - you'll be part of a team shaking up the snacking world. Get a flavour of what life is like at PROPER SNACKS here LDN - Drummond Street - London - NW1 3HP NUN - Townsend Dr - Nuneaton - CV11 6TJ Our Approach: PROPER and Eat Real is an equal opportunities employer and we do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability, or age. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to accommodate you to participate fully in the recruitment or interview process.
Majorly backed Manufacturer in Kent are currently looking for a General Manager to lead the business. With the business in a strong place & supplying into a number of different manufacturing sectors you will be responsible for the continuing improvement of the business whilst managing direct reports in Operations, Logistics, Sales, Engineering, HSE & Finance. You will have full P&L responsibility and must have experience. Reporting into the Directors; the General Manager will be a strong communicator and will be a key advocate for Engagement with internal stakeholders, the workforce & any external stakeholders. You will be a key ambassador for Production Quality, Sales, Health & Safety, Your People, Cost & Delivery. You will be a key part of driving cultural change on site. Role: General Manager Salary: up to £95,000 (depending on experience) car allowance bonus benefits Location: Kent Key Responsibilities for the General Manager: Ensuring that all areas of the business are delivering on time & on budget Full responsibility of the P&L Building and driving strategy around all areas of the business Ability to manage all areas of the business from the Engineering aspects to the Sales, HSE & all of the shopfloor. Driving Health & Safety and working with HSE to develop a strong culture on site Providing overall direction in terms of cost effective operations & planning Assuring the continuing Quality of products Improving the performance of all of your direct reports as strong communication with them Ensuring that Sales & Customer Services are delivering the best experience for the customer Key Requirements for the General Manager: Tangible record of Success in an Senior Management role in a Manufacturing environment Experience of developing a number of different teams from Engineering, HSE to Sales. Qualification in Engineering (Degree, HNC, HND) ideally Demonstrating a history achieving profit and business growth through effective planning, cost control & full P&L Leadership Strong communication skills is key; forging strong relationship with the headcount at the business This is a great chance for the right General Manager to help a massively backed business to continue its journey of success. You will be a well rounded leader who will be able to influence and develop the senior team around you. In return there is a great package available - with a strong basic salary, car allowance and bonuses available. Please apply online or contact Sandeep Dhillon for a confidential conversation technical-network.co.uk Technical Network recruits Engineers and Managers for the automotive, aerospace, electrical / electronic technology, energy, engineering and manufacturing, with a portfolio of services including advertising search, permanent and contract recruitment services
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Majorly backed Manufacturer in Kent are currently looking for a General Manager to lead the business. With the business in a strong place & supplying into a number of different manufacturing sectors you will be responsible for the continuing improvement of the business whilst managing direct reports in Operations, Logistics, Sales, Engineering, HSE & Finance. You will have full P&L responsibility and must have experience. Reporting into the Directors; the General Manager will be a strong communicator and will be a key advocate for Engagement with internal stakeholders, the workforce & any external stakeholders. You will be a key ambassador for Production Quality, Sales, Health & Safety, Your People, Cost & Delivery. You will be a key part of driving cultural change on site. Role: General Manager Salary: up to £95,000 (depending on experience) car allowance bonus benefits Location: Kent Key Responsibilities for the General Manager: Ensuring that all areas of the business are delivering on time & on budget Full responsibility of the P&L Building and driving strategy around all areas of the business Ability to manage all areas of the business from the Engineering aspects to the Sales, HSE & all of the shopfloor. Driving Health & Safety and working with HSE to develop a strong culture on site Providing overall direction in terms of cost effective operations & planning Assuring the continuing Quality of products Improving the performance of all of your direct reports as strong communication with them Ensuring that Sales & Customer Services are delivering the best experience for the customer Key Requirements for the General Manager: Tangible record of Success in an Senior Management role in a Manufacturing environment Experience of developing a number of different teams from Engineering, HSE to Sales. Qualification in Engineering (Degree, HNC, HND) ideally Demonstrating a history achieving profit and business growth through effective planning, cost control & full P&L Leadership Strong communication skills is key; forging strong relationship with the headcount at the business This is a great chance for the right General Manager to help a massively backed business to continue its journey of success. You will be a well rounded leader who will be able to influence and develop the senior team around you. In return there is a great package available - with a strong basic salary, car allowance and bonuses available. Please apply online or contact Sandeep Dhillon for a confidential conversation technical-network.co.uk Technical Network recruits Engineers and Managers for the automotive, aerospace, electrical / electronic technology, energy, engineering and manufacturing, with a portfolio of services including advertising search, permanent and contract recruitment services
If you'd like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given. Role: Future Infrastructure Programme Director Let us introduce the role AWE is seeking an outstanding Programme Director to lead the delivery of a nationally significant, multi billion pound portfolio of work supporting the UK's Continuous at Sea Deterrence (CASD) programme.This is a senior, high profile leadership role with accountability for shaping and delivering a complex portfolio of future infrastructure across sites in the Reading area. The programme spans a wide range of assets, including advanced science and engineering facilities and highly specialised manufacturing and production capabilities.You will hold single point accountability for delivery, setting strategic direction across commercial, technical, economic and people dimensions. Leading large, multi disciplinary teams, you will take the portfolio from early concept through delivery and into sustained operations, balancing individual project needs against long term capability outcomes.The role demands exceptional leadership and influencing skills, operating at Executive and Board level and working closely with key external stakeholders across government and industry.We are looking for an exceptional programme and projects leader with a proven track record of delivering major, complex programmes within the nuclear sector or similarly regulated environments.You will be recognised as an industry leader, bringing the gravitas, credibility and judgement required to lead at the most senior levels. You will be comfortable balancing risk, assurance and regulatory requirements while maintaining focus on delivery, outcomes and long term capability.You will be an inspiring leader who can coach and develop senior leaders, build strong succession plans, and influence effectively both within and beyond the organisation. You will also bring experience of working with industry partners and supply chains to develop and deliver innovative technical solutions. We do need you to have the following: Significant experience leading major infrastructure programmes or portfolios of work, ideally within the nuclear sector or other highly regulated industries Deep understanding of complex project and programme delivery, including governance, assurance and regulatory compliance Experience working within collaborative commercial arrangements, from tender formulation through contract management Strong working knowledge of UK HMG assurance and governance frameworks, including Cabinet Office and HM Treasury processes Familiarity with IPA (NISTA) expectations and recognised industry guidance such as APM project delivery standards Proven ability to lead and develop large, multi disciplinary teams and hold leaders to account Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to operate at Board, Executive and external partner level A leadership style that promotes the highest standards in programme management, risk, cost and schedule control, alongside ESG, nuclear safety, quality, wellbeing and security Professional project qualification (e.g. ChPP) or a clear commitment to achieving this Location of role : RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking . Some reasons we think you'll love it here: AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include: 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'. Next steps: Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don't always 'tick every box'. That's why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don't meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we'd love to receive your application. Important things you need to know: We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes. You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV. We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process. Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.If you're looking for a role with excitement, intrigue and something that really makes a difference then now is the time to join AWE. We are at the start of a once in a generation - possibly two generations - programme to design and produce a replacement warhead for the UK's continuous at sea deterrent. We will do this while continuing to deliver the Trident programme as well as managing ambitious state-of-the-art capital and construction projects - some of which have never been done before. Find out more on our .We don't want to lose you. You can: Introduce yourself to us using the link on the top right hand side of this page. Sign up to job alerts ; Create an account using the sign in link at the top of the page and select job alerts at the top of the page once you have signed in. Service Leavers, Veterans and Reservists We are an Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award Employer. Visit the to find out more. Early Careers To register your interest in our Apprentice, Graduate and undergraduate, please visit
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
If you'd like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given. Role: Future Infrastructure Programme Director Let us introduce the role AWE is seeking an outstanding Programme Director to lead the delivery of a nationally significant, multi billion pound portfolio of work supporting the UK's Continuous at Sea Deterrence (CASD) programme.This is a senior, high profile leadership role with accountability for shaping and delivering a complex portfolio of future infrastructure across sites in the Reading area. The programme spans a wide range of assets, including advanced science and engineering facilities and highly specialised manufacturing and production capabilities.You will hold single point accountability for delivery, setting strategic direction across commercial, technical, economic and people dimensions. Leading large, multi disciplinary teams, you will take the portfolio from early concept through delivery and into sustained operations, balancing individual project needs against long term capability outcomes.The role demands exceptional leadership and influencing skills, operating at Executive and Board level and working closely with key external stakeholders across government and industry.We are looking for an exceptional programme and projects leader with a proven track record of delivering major, complex programmes within the nuclear sector or similarly regulated environments.You will be recognised as an industry leader, bringing the gravitas, credibility and judgement required to lead at the most senior levels. You will be comfortable balancing risk, assurance and regulatory requirements while maintaining focus on delivery, outcomes and long term capability.You will be an inspiring leader who can coach and develop senior leaders, build strong succession plans, and influence effectively both within and beyond the organisation. You will also bring experience of working with industry partners and supply chains to develop and deliver innovative technical solutions. We do need you to have the following: Significant experience leading major infrastructure programmes or portfolios of work, ideally within the nuclear sector or other highly regulated industries Deep understanding of complex project and programme delivery, including governance, assurance and regulatory compliance Experience working within collaborative commercial arrangements, from tender formulation through contract management Strong working knowledge of UK HMG assurance and governance frameworks, including Cabinet Office and HM Treasury processes Familiarity with IPA (NISTA) expectations and recognised industry guidance such as APM project delivery standards Proven ability to lead and develop large, multi disciplinary teams and hold leaders to account Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to operate at Board, Executive and external partner level A leadership style that promotes the highest standards in programme management, risk, cost and schedule control, alongside ESG, nuclear safety, quality, wellbeing and security Professional project qualification (e.g. ChPP) or a clear commitment to achieving this Location of role : RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking . Some reasons we think you'll love it here: AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include: 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'. Next steps: Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don't always 'tick every box'. That's why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don't meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we'd love to receive your application. Important things you need to know: We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes. You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV. We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process. Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.If you're looking for a role with excitement, intrigue and something that really makes a difference then now is the time to join AWE. We are at the start of a once in a generation - possibly two generations - programme to design and produce a replacement warhead for the UK's continuous at sea deterrent. We will do this while continuing to deliver the Trident programme as well as managing ambitious state-of-the-art capital and construction projects - some of which have never been done before. Find out more on our .We don't want to lose you. You can: Introduce yourself to us using the link on the top right hand side of this page. Sign up to job alerts ; Create an account using the sign in link at the top of the page and select job alerts at the top of the page once you have signed in. Service Leavers, Veterans and Reservists We are an Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award Employer. Visit the to find out more. Early Careers To register your interest in our Apprentice, Graduate and undergraduate, please visit
Site Financial Controller Billingham (Home of McCoys, POM-BEAR, and more!) On-site FTC - 15-month maternity cover Join our snack-loving team We're looking for a Site Financial Controller to join us at KP Snacks. If you're ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you - this could be your next big move. About the role As Site Finance Controller, you'll play a central role in our Teesside Site Leadership Team, partnering with the Plant Manager and colleagues across Operations, Supply Chain and Finance. Your insight, challenge and support will help drive strong P&L performance, deliver site KPIs and enable confident, responsible decision-making. You'll lead the financial planning, budgeting and forecasting processes for one of our largest and most complex manufacturing sites, home to over 700 colleagues and around £210m turnover. You'll shape and influence the site strategy, provide high-quality financial reporting, and ensure robust financial governance across all operations. What's in it for you? We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here's a flavour of what we offer: £7,500 annual car allowance. Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement Comprehensive healthcare support - including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more KP4ME - our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more What will you be doing? Providing strategic financial leadership to the Site Leadership Team , shaping the site OGSM and G2G targets, interpreting performance trends, and ensuring plans are grounded in robust financial insight and aligned to KP Snacks and Intersnack Group priorities Leading site-wide financial planning, budgeting and forecasting , covering primes, overheads, labour, logistics, capital investment and restructuring activity, ensuring assumptions are sound and stakeholders are aligned and accountable Driving high-quality, insight-led financial reporting , including weekly flash results, monthly accounts, variance analysis, waste performance, KPI trends and risk/opportunity assessments that support timely and effective decision-making Owning and challenging site cost performance , analysing standard cost variances, material usage, labour efficiency, overhead absorption, waste streams and project delivery to identify constraints, improvement opportunities and cost drivers Ensuring strong, compliant financial governance , overseeing accruals, prepayments, inventory reconciliation, year end processes, audit requests, balance sheet integrity, capital appraisals, fixed asset management and adherence to Group accounting standards Shaping and enabling change activity , supporting NPD launches, packaging changes, product transfers, tender costing requirements and capital installations, including end to end financial tracking of benefits, risks and delivery Upskilling colleagues across the site , developing the capability of two Site Accountants and building wider financial understanding across Operations and Supply Chain to drive data-led decision-making and support the site's loss analysis journey Driving continuous improvement in finance processes , simplifying ways of working, enhancing financial insight, improving speed and accuracy, and supporting the site's development through digitalisation, standardisation and best-practice sharing Who are we? We're KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love - from Hula Hoops to McCoy's. In the UK, we're a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We're proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together. We're committed to inclusion We're building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you - your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there's anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know. We'd love to hear from you if you can bring: Qualified accountant status: CIMA, ACCA, ACA or CA FMCG experience - ideally within food manufacturing. Strong planning, budgeting and forecasting experience, with the ability to challenge assumptions and influence stakeholders Deep management accounting expertise, including variance analysis, standard costing, labour and overhead absorption, and performance reporting Knowledge of ERP systems (JD Edwards advantageous) and advanced Excel capability Experience leading and developing people, with a collaborative and inclusive leadership style Strong financial governance, audit and compliance understanding, with the ability to maintain high-quality controls and processes A confident, commercially-minded approach, with the ability to translate data into meaningful insight for non-financial stakeholders
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Site Financial Controller Billingham (Home of McCoys, POM-BEAR, and more!) On-site FTC - 15-month maternity cover Join our snack-loving team We're looking for a Site Financial Controller to join us at KP Snacks. If you're ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you - this could be your next big move. About the role As Site Finance Controller, you'll play a central role in our Teesside Site Leadership Team, partnering with the Plant Manager and colleagues across Operations, Supply Chain and Finance. Your insight, challenge and support will help drive strong P&L performance, deliver site KPIs and enable confident, responsible decision-making. You'll lead the financial planning, budgeting and forecasting processes for one of our largest and most complex manufacturing sites, home to over 700 colleagues and around £210m turnover. You'll shape and influence the site strategy, provide high-quality financial reporting, and ensure robust financial governance across all operations. What's in it for you? We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here's a flavour of what we offer: £7,500 annual car allowance. Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement Comprehensive healthcare support - including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more KP4ME - our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more What will you be doing? Providing strategic financial leadership to the Site Leadership Team , shaping the site OGSM and G2G targets, interpreting performance trends, and ensuring plans are grounded in robust financial insight and aligned to KP Snacks and Intersnack Group priorities Leading site-wide financial planning, budgeting and forecasting , covering primes, overheads, labour, logistics, capital investment and restructuring activity, ensuring assumptions are sound and stakeholders are aligned and accountable Driving high-quality, insight-led financial reporting , including weekly flash results, monthly accounts, variance analysis, waste performance, KPI trends and risk/opportunity assessments that support timely and effective decision-making Owning and challenging site cost performance , analysing standard cost variances, material usage, labour efficiency, overhead absorption, waste streams and project delivery to identify constraints, improvement opportunities and cost drivers Ensuring strong, compliant financial governance , overseeing accruals, prepayments, inventory reconciliation, year end processes, audit requests, balance sheet integrity, capital appraisals, fixed asset management and adherence to Group accounting standards Shaping and enabling change activity , supporting NPD launches, packaging changes, product transfers, tender costing requirements and capital installations, including end to end financial tracking of benefits, risks and delivery Upskilling colleagues across the site , developing the capability of two Site Accountants and building wider financial understanding across Operations and Supply Chain to drive data-led decision-making and support the site's loss analysis journey Driving continuous improvement in finance processes , simplifying ways of working, enhancing financial insight, improving speed and accuracy, and supporting the site's development through digitalisation, standardisation and best-practice sharing Who are we? We're KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love - from Hula Hoops to McCoy's. In the UK, we're a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We're proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together. We're committed to inclusion We're building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you - your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there's anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know. We'd love to hear from you if you can bring: Qualified accountant status: CIMA, ACCA, ACA or CA FMCG experience - ideally within food manufacturing. Strong planning, budgeting and forecasting experience, with the ability to challenge assumptions and influence stakeholders Deep management accounting expertise, including variance analysis, standard costing, labour and overhead absorption, and performance reporting Knowledge of ERP systems (JD Edwards advantageous) and advanced Excel capability Experience leading and developing people, with a collaborative and inclusive leadership style Strong financial governance, audit and compliance understanding, with the ability to maintain high-quality controls and processes A confident, commercially-minded approach, with the ability to translate data into meaningful insight for non-financial stakeholders
Quality Assurance (QA) Manager Medical Device manufacturer. Based Northern UK - M62 / M1 circa Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield, Doncaster Base salary £60-70k (Negotiable) with Bonus and Package. Role Overview Our client is a global medical device manufacturer seeking an experienced and hands-on Quality Assurance Manager to lead their Quality function in a regulated manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a Quality professional from the medical device, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing sectors who can operate strategically and practically - including close collaboration with laboratory teams to support QA testing and compliance. The QA Manager will ensure regulatory compliance, maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS), and drive a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement across the business. Office access required 2-3 days a week. Key Responsibilities Quality Management & Compliance Lead, maintain, and continuously improve the QMS in line with: ISO 9001 ISO 14001 GMP standards (applicable to the sector) UK MDR (for medical device components, if applicable) Ensure audit readiness at all times and maintain accurate quality records. Manage document control, change control, and staff training compliance systems. Lead Management Review and report on key quality metrics and KPIs. One direct head reports into the QA Manager. Laboratory & Product Quality Oversight Work closely with laboratory teams to oversee QA testing processes. Ensure handling, testing, and documentation of products meet regulatory and safety standards. Integrate quality systems within lab operations to maintain data integrity, traceability, and compliance. Support method validation, stability studies, and product testing as required. GMP & Audit Leadership Lead internal and supplier audits, ensuring effective follow-up and closure of CAPAs. Prepare for and support external audits from certification bodies, MHRA, or other regulatory authorities. Implement and oversee GMP standards across production and laboratory operations. HACCP & Environmental Compliance Maintain and develop HACCP systems where relevant. Ensure environmental compliance aligned with ISO 14001 standards. Monitor and drive improvements in environmental, safety, and quality performance. Key Requirements Proven experience as a Quality Manager in medical device, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing. Strong understanding of laboratory QA testing and ability to integrate with lab teams. Practical experience with: ISO 9001 ISO 14001 HACCP GMP standards Experience leading and managing internal and external audits. Strong knowledge of risk management, CAPA processes, and regulatory compliance. Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills. Personal Attributes Detail-oriented, proactive, and solutions-focused. Comfortable working strategically and hands-on. Confident engaging with auditors, regulators, and cross-functional teams. Committed to fostering a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement. Why Join? Leadership role with visible impact on quality, compliance, and operational excellence. Opportunity to work across multiple regulated sectors - medical device, pharmaceutical, and chemical manufacturing. Collaborative culture with close integration between lab, production, and operations. Competitive salary and benefits package.
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Quality Assurance (QA) Manager Medical Device manufacturer. Based Northern UK - M62 / M1 circa Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield, Doncaster Base salary £60-70k (Negotiable) with Bonus and Package. Role Overview Our client is a global medical device manufacturer seeking an experienced and hands-on Quality Assurance Manager to lead their Quality function in a regulated manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a Quality professional from the medical device, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing sectors who can operate strategically and practically - including close collaboration with laboratory teams to support QA testing and compliance. The QA Manager will ensure regulatory compliance, maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS), and drive a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement across the business. Office access required 2-3 days a week. Key Responsibilities Quality Management & Compliance Lead, maintain, and continuously improve the QMS in line with: ISO 9001 ISO 14001 GMP standards (applicable to the sector) UK MDR (for medical device components, if applicable) Ensure audit readiness at all times and maintain accurate quality records. Manage document control, change control, and staff training compliance systems. Lead Management Review and report on key quality metrics and KPIs. One direct head reports into the QA Manager. Laboratory & Product Quality Oversight Work closely with laboratory teams to oversee QA testing processes. Ensure handling, testing, and documentation of products meet regulatory and safety standards. Integrate quality systems within lab operations to maintain data integrity, traceability, and compliance. Support method validation, stability studies, and product testing as required. GMP & Audit Leadership Lead internal and supplier audits, ensuring effective follow-up and closure of CAPAs. Prepare for and support external audits from certification bodies, MHRA, or other regulatory authorities. Implement and oversee GMP standards across production and laboratory operations. HACCP & Environmental Compliance Maintain and develop HACCP systems where relevant. Ensure environmental compliance aligned with ISO 14001 standards. Monitor and drive improvements in environmental, safety, and quality performance. Key Requirements Proven experience as a Quality Manager in medical device, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing. Strong understanding of laboratory QA testing and ability to integrate with lab teams. Practical experience with: ISO 9001 ISO 14001 HACCP GMP standards Experience leading and managing internal and external audits. Strong knowledge of risk management, CAPA processes, and regulatory compliance. Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills. Personal Attributes Detail-oriented, proactive, and solutions-focused. Comfortable working strategically and hands-on. Confident engaging with auditors, regulators, and cross-functional teams. Committed to fostering a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement. Why Join? Leadership role with visible impact on quality, compliance, and operational excellence. Opportunity to work across multiple regulated sectors - medical device, pharmaceutical, and chemical manufacturing. Collaborative culture with close integration between lab, production, and operations. Competitive salary and benefits package.
Quality Assurance (QA) Manager Medical Device manufacturer. Based Northern UK - M62 / M1 circa Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield, Doncaster Base salary £60-70k (Negotiable) with Bonus and Package. Role Overview Our client is a global medical device manufacturer seeking an experienced and hands-on Quality Assurance Manager to lead their Quality function in a regulated manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a Quality professional from the medical device, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing sectors who can operate strategically and practically - including close collaboration with laboratory teams to support QA testing and compliance. The QA Manager will ensure regulatory compliance, maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS), and drive a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement across the business. Office access required 2-3 days a week. Key Responsibilities Quality Management & Compliance Lead, maintain, and continuously improve the QMS in line with: ISO 9001 ISO 14001 GMP standards (applicable to the sector) UK MDR (for medical device components, if applicable) Ensure audit readiness at all times and maintain accurate quality records. Manage document control, change control, and staff training compliance systems. Lead Management Review and report on key quality metrics and KPIs. One direct head reports into the QA Manager. Laboratory & Product Quality Oversight Work closely with laboratory teams to oversee QA testing processes. Ensure handling, testing, and documentation of products meet regulatory and safety standards. Integrate quality systems within lab operations to maintain data integrity, traceability, and compliance. Support method validation, stability studies, and product testing as required. GMP & Audit Leadership Lead internal and supplier audits, ensuring effective follow-up and closure of CAPAs. Prepare for and support external audits from certification bodies, MHRA, or other regulatory authorities. Implement and oversee GMP standards across production and laboratory operations. HACCP & Environmental Compliance Maintain and develop HACCP systems where relevant. Ensure environmental compliance aligned with ISO 14001 standards. Monitor and drive improvements in environmental, safety, and quality performance. Key Requirements Proven experience as a Quality Manager in medical device, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing. Strong understanding of laboratory QA testing and ability to integrate with lab teams. Practical experience with: ISO 9001 ISO 14001 HACCP GMP standards Experience leading and managing internal and external audits. Strong knowledge of risk management, CAPA processes, and regulatory compliance. Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills. Personal Attributes Detail-oriented, proactive, and solutions-focused. Comfortable working strategically and hands-on. Confident engaging with auditors, regulators, and cross-functional teams. Committed to fostering a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement. Why Join? Leadership role with visible impact on quality, compliance, and operational excellence. Opportunity to work across multiple regulated sectors - medical device, pharmaceutical, and chemical manufacturing. Collaborative culture with close integration between lab, production, and operations. Competitive salary and benefits package.
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Quality Assurance (QA) Manager Medical Device manufacturer. Based Northern UK - M62 / M1 circa Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield, Doncaster Base salary £60-70k (Negotiable) with Bonus and Package. Role Overview Our client is a global medical device manufacturer seeking an experienced and hands-on Quality Assurance Manager to lead their Quality function in a regulated manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a Quality professional from the medical device, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing sectors who can operate strategically and practically - including close collaboration with laboratory teams to support QA testing and compliance. The QA Manager will ensure regulatory compliance, maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS), and drive a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement across the business. Office access required 2-3 days a week. Key Responsibilities Quality Management & Compliance Lead, maintain, and continuously improve the QMS in line with: ISO 9001 ISO 14001 GMP standards (applicable to the sector) UK MDR (for medical device components, if applicable) Ensure audit readiness at all times and maintain accurate quality records. Manage document control, change control, and staff training compliance systems. Lead Management Review and report on key quality metrics and KPIs. One direct head reports into the QA Manager. Laboratory & Product Quality Oversight Work closely with laboratory teams to oversee QA testing processes. Ensure handling, testing, and documentation of products meet regulatory and safety standards. Integrate quality systems within lab operations to maintain data integrity, traceability, and compliance. Support method validation, stability studies, and product testing as required. GMP & Audit Leadership Lead internal and supplier audits, ensuring effective follow-up and closure of CAPAs. Prepare for and support external audits from certification bodies, MHRA, or other regulatory authorities. Implement and oversee GMP standards across production and laboratory operations. HACCP & Environmental Compliance Maintain and develop HACCP systems where relevant. Ensure environmental compliance aligned with ISO 14001 standards. Monitor and drive improvements in environmental, safety, and quality performance. Key Requirements Proven experience as a Quality Manager in medical device, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing. Strong understanding of laboratory QA testing and ability to integrate with lab teams. Practical experience with: ISO 9001 ISO 14001 HACCP GMP standards Experience leading and managing internal and external audits. Strong knowledge of risk management, CAPA processes, and regulatory compliance. Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills. Personal Attributes Detail-oriented, proactive, and solutions-focused. Comfortable working strategically and hands-on. Confident engaging with auditors, regulators, and cross-functional teams. Committed to fostering a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement. Why Join? Leadership role with visible impact on quality, compliance, and operational excellence. Opportunity to work across multiple regulated sectors - medical device, pharmaceutical, and chemical manufacturing. Collaborative culture with close integration between lab, production, and operations. Competitive salary and benefits package.
Quality Assurance (QA) Manager Medical Device manufacturer. Based Northern UK - M62 / M1 circa Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield, Doncaster Base salary £60-70k (Negotiable) with Bonus and Package. Role Overview Our client is a global medical device manufacturer seeking an experienced and hands-on Quality Assurance Manager to lead their Quality function in a regulated manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a Quality professional from the medical device, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing sectors who can operate strategically and practically - including close collaboration with laboratory teams to support QA testing and compliance. The QA Manager will ensure regulatory compliance, maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS), and drive a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement across the business. Office access required 2-3 days a week. Key Responsibilities Quality Management & Compliance Lead, maintain, and continuously improve the QMS in line with: ISO 9001 ISO 14001 GMP standards (applicable to the sector) UK MDR (for medical device components, if applicable) Ensure audit readiness at all times and maintain accurate quality records. Manage document control, change control, and staff training compliance systems. Lead Management Review and report on key quality metrics and KPIs. One direct head reports into the QA Manager. Laboratory & Product Quality Oversight Work closely with laboratory teams to oversee QA testing processes. Ensure handling, testing, and documentation of products meet regulatory and safety standards. Integrate quality systems within lab operations to maintain data integrity, traceability, and compliance. Support method validation, stability studies, and product testing as required. GMP & Audit Leadership Lead internal and supplier audits, ensuring effective follow-up and closure of CAPAs. Prepare for and support external audits from certification bodies, MHRA, or other regulatory authorities. Implement and oversee GMP standards across production and laboratory operations. HACCP & Environmental Compliance Maintain and develop HACCP systems where relevant. Ensure environmental compliance aligned with ISO 14001 standards. Monitor and drive improvements in environmental, safety, and quality performance. Key Requirements Proven experience as a Quality Manager in medical device, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing. Strong understanding of laboratory QA testing and ability to integrate with lab teams. Practical experience with: ISO 9001 ISO 14001 HACCP GMP standards Experience leading and managing internal and external audits. Strong knowledge of risk management, CAPA processes, and regulatory compliance. Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills. Personal Attributes Detail-oriented, proactive, and solutions-focused. Comfortable working strategically and hands-on. Confident engaging with auditors, regulators, and cross-functional teams. Committed to fostering a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement. Why Join? Leadership role with visible impact on quality, compliance, and operational excellence. Opportunity to work across multiple regulated sectors - medical device, pharmaceutical, and chemical manufacturing. Collaborative culture with close integration between lab, production, and operations. Competitive salary and benefits package.
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Quality Assurance (QA) Manager Medical Device manufacturer. Based Northern UK - M62 / M1 circa Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield, Doncaster Base salary £60-70k (Negotiable) with Bonus and Package. Role Overview Our client is a global medical device manufacturer seeking an experienced and hands-on Quality Assurance Manager to lead their Quality function in a regulated manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a Quality professional from the medical device, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing sectors who can operate strategically and practically - including close collaboration with laboratory teams to support QA testing and compliance. The QA Manager will ensure regulatory compliance, maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS), and drive a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement across the business. Office access required 2-3 days a week. Key Responsibilities Quality Management & Compliance Lead, maintain, and continuously improve the QMS in line with: ISO 9001 ISO 14001 GMP standards (applicable to the sector) UK MDR (for medical device components, if applicable) Ensure audit readiness at all times and maintain accurate quality records. Manage document control, change control, and staff training compliance systems. Lead Management Review and report on key quality metrics and KPIs. One direct head reports into the QA Manager. Laboratory & Product Quality Oversight Work closely with laboratory teams to oversee QA testing processes. Ensure handling, testing, and documentation of products meet regulatory and safety standards. Integrate quality systems within lab operations to maintain data integrity, traceability, and compliance. Support method validation, stability studies, and product testing as required. GMP & Audit Leadership Lead internal and supplier audits, ensuring effective follow-up and closure of CAPAs. Prepare for and support external audits from certification bodies, MHRA, or other regulatory authorities. Implement and oversee GMP standards across production and laboratory operations. HACCP & Environmental Compliance Maintain and develop HACCP systems where relevant. Ensure environmental compliance aligned with ISO 14001 standards. Monitor and drive improvements in environmental, safety, and quality performance. Key Requirements Proven experience as a Quality Manager in medical device, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing. Strong understanding of laboratory QA testing and ability to integrate with lab teams. Practical experience with: ISO 9001 ISO 14001 HACCP GMP standards Experience leading and managing internal and external audits. Strong knowledge of risk management, CAPA processes, and regulatory compliance. Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills. Personal Attributes Detail-oriented, proactive, and solutions-focused. Comfortable working strategically and hands-on. Confident engaging with auditors, regulators, and cross-functional teams. Committed to fostering a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement. Why Join? Leadership role with visible impact on quality, compliance, and operational excellence. Opportunity to work across multiple regulated sectors - medical device, pharmaceutical, and chemical manufacturing. Collaborative culture with close integration between lab, production, and operations. Competitive salary and benefits package.
Born in 1971, the roots of Mulberry are in Somerset, England. For more than fifty years, Mulberry has been a British lifestyle brand, internationally acclaimed for quality and design capturing the Mulberry Spirit. Sustainability has been part of the Mulberry ethos since the brand's inception, in recognition of our purpose-driven approach, in 2024 we proudly achieved B Corp Certification. Today, we are a global brand, but our values remain the same; we are committed to improving our impact on people and the planet. To do this our people are honest, dynamic, and community spirited. If these are values you share, we would love you to join our team. The Role Reporting to the Director of Legal, Compliance and Co Sec, and working closely with stakeholders across the business (including Operations and Retail), this role is to be the subject matter expert and go to for the business on all aspects of Health & Safety - reporting, oversight, advice and change. The Health & Safety Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining robust health and safety policies, systems, and procedures across our global operations - including head offices, production facilities, retail stores and distribution centres. This role will ensure compliance with UK legislation and provide oversight and coordination with international partners and third party experts to ensure local compliance in all markets. The ideal candidate will be an experienced H&S professional who thrives in a multi site, fast paced environment and can balance strategic oversight with hands on operational management. Experience in a global manufacturing or consumer facing product environment highly desired for this role. Experience with supply chain is also a bonus as consideration of efficiencies of operations more broadly than just UK will be part of the role. Duties and Responsibilities Strategy & Governance Develop, implement, and continually improve the company's Health & Safety strategy, policies, and management systems. Ensure compliance with relevant UK and international legislation, regulations, and standards. Lead the development of a global H&S governance framework to ensure consistent standards across all locations. Operational Management Conduct and oversee regular site audits and inspections across retail, manufacturing, and distribution operations. Support local managers to maintain safe working environments and practices. Manage accident and incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action plans. Monitor and report on key H&S performance metrics to senior leadership. Global Coordination Work with local market partners and third party consultants to ensure compliance with local H&S regulations in international territories. Provide expert advice on international H&S best practices and support local teams with implementation and training. Training & Culture Develop and deliver engaging training programs to promote a positive health and safety culture across all teams. Ensure employees are aware of and understand their H&S responsibilities. Drive initiatives that improve employee wellbeing and engagement with H&S processes. Collaborate across different teams both UK and international. Risk Management Conduct comprehensive risk assessments across all operational areas. Ensure appropriate control measures and emergency response procedures are in place. Support on business continuity and safety planning in collaboration with operations and facilities teams Culture Embrace and demonstrate the Mulberry values and behaviours: honesty, dynamism, and a community oriented spirit. Support Mulberry to deliver an inclusive culture, through behaving in a way that is open minded and respectful towards others, and understanding that your views, opinions, and experiences may not always be shared by your colleagues. Act as an ambassador for Mulberry and communicate positively about the brand. Sustainability As a certified B Corp, we are committed to using business as a force for good. You'll be encouraged to incorporate environmentally and socially responsible practices into your work, supporting our Made to Last strategy across Climate, Circularity, and Community. Help foster a culture where diversity is celebrated and every individual feels valued, respected, and included. Champion equity, empathy, and understanding in all interactions - internally and externally. Skills and Experience Required Proven experience managing Health & Safety across multiple sites, ideally within retail, manufacturing, or logistics environments. Experience working in an international or multi jurisdictional context. Strong track record of implementing effective safety systems and delivering cultural change. Excellent understanding of UK H&S legislation and familiarity with international compliance frameworks. Strong communication and influencing skills - able to engage effectively with teams at all levels. Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and drive continuous improvement. Organised, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities across multiple geographies. Qualifications NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent professional qualification in Health & Safety (essential). Chartered membership or working towards CMIOSH (desirable). Additional environmental or risk management qualifications would be advantageous. Mulberry is an equal opportunities employer and we are passionate about hiring and developing the best talent. All hiring decisions are made only on the basis of qualifications, skills or experience and as they relate to the particular role. If you need us to make any adjustments to our application or interview processes to enable you to be at your best, please email us at .
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Born in 1971, the roots of Mulberry are in Somerset, England. For more than fifty years, Mulberry has been a British lifestyle brand, internationally acclaimed for quality and design capturing the Mulberry Spirit. Sustainability has been part of the Mulberry ethos since the brand's inception, in recognition of our purpose-driven approach, in 2024 we proudly achieved B Corp Certification. Today, we are a global brand, but our values remain the same; we are committed to improving our impact on people and the planet. To do this our people are honest, dynamic, and community spirited. If these are values you share, we would love you to join our team. The Role Reporting to the Director of Legal, Compliance and Co Sec, and working closely with stakeholders across the business (including Operations and Retail), this role is to be the subject matter expert and go to for the business on all aspects of Health & Safety - reporting, oversight, advice and change. The Health & Safety Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining robust health and safety policies, systems, and procedures across our global operations - including head offices, production facilities, retail stores and distribution centres. This role will ensure compliance with UK legislation and provide oversight and coordination with international partners and third party experts to ensure local compliance in all markets. The ideal candidate will be an experienced H&S professional who thrives in a multi site, fast paced environment and can balance strategic oversight with hands on operational management. Experience in a global manufacturing or consumer facing product environment highly desired for this role. Experience with supply chain is also a bonus as consideration of efficiencies of operations more broadly than just UK will be part of the role. Duties and Responsibilities Strategy & Governance Develop, implement, and continually improve the company's Health & Safety strategy, policies, and management systems. Ensure compliance with relevant UK and international legislation, regulations, and standards. Lead the development of a global H&S governance framework to ensure consistent standards across all locations. Operational Management Conduct and oversee regular site audits and inspections across retail, manufacturing, and distribution operations. Support local managers to maintain safe working environments and practices. Manage accident and incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action plans. Monitor and report on key H&S performance metrics to senior leadership. Global Coordination Work with local market partners and third party consultants to ensure compliance with local H&S regulations in international territories. Provide expert advice on international H&S best practices and support local teams with implementation and training. Training & Culture Develop and deliver engaging training programs to promote a positive health and safety culture across all teams. Ensure employees are aware of and understand their H&S responsibilities. Drive initiatives that improve employee wellbeing and engagement with H&S processes. Collaborate across different teams both UK and international. Risk Management Conduct comprehensive risk assessments across all operational areas. Ensure appropriate control measures and emergency response procedures are in place. Support on business continuity and safety planning in collaboration with operations and facilities teams Culture Embrace and demonstrate the Mulberry values and behaviours: honesty, dynamism, and a community oriented spirit. Support Mulberry to deliver an inclusive culture, through behaving in a way that is open minded and respectful towards others, and understanding that your views, opinions, and experiences may not always be shared by your colleagues. Act as an ambassador for Mulberry and communicate positively about the brand. Sustainability As a certified B Corp, we are committed to using business as a force for good. You'll be encouraged to incorporate environmentally and socially responsible practices into your work, supporting our Made to Last strategy across Climate, Circularity, and Community. Help foster a culture where diversity is celebrated and every individual feels valued, respected, and included. Champion equity, empathy, and understanding in all interactions - internally and externally. Skills and Experience Required Proven experience managing Health & Safety across multiple sites, ideally within retail, manufacturing, or logistics environments. Experience working in an international or multi jurisdictional context. Strong track record of implementing effective safety systems and delivering cultural change. Excellent understanding of UK H&S legislation and familiarity with international compliance frameworks. Strong communication and influencing skills - able to engage effectively with teams at all levels. Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and drive continuous improvement. Organised, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities across multiple geographies. Qualifications NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent professional qualification in Health & Safety (essential). Chartered membership or working towards CMIOSH (desirable). Additional environmental or risk management qualifications would be advantageous. Mulberry is an equal opportunities employer and we are passionate about hiring and developing the best talent. All hiring decisions are made only on the basis of qualifications, skills or experience and as they relate to the particular role. If you need us to make any adjustments to our application or interview processes to enable you to be at your best, please email us at .
Job Description: Kings Lynn £28,600 -£32,200 dependent on experience + Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits 37.5 Hrs per week - Mon-Fri 7am-3pm Why Join Us? Join Mars Wrigley Kings Lynn and help us build a better world, one delicious bite at a time. We're a diverse community that values long-term careers, offering competitive rewards, fantastic perks (including freebies!), and best-in-class development to fuel your growth across our world-famous brands. Your future matters, and we're committed to supporting you every step of the way. The Role The role will work closely with the Maintenance Team Leaders, Operations Team Leaders and Production Planners to secure line downtime and resource to maximize the amount of planned maintenance than can be executed. What's in it for you? Hot food restaurant on site Career growth opportunities with structured development & Mars University Private healthcare + equal parental leave Onsite gym and nurse/osteopath/podiatrist Generous pension (up to 9% contribution) Life assurance (4x salary) EV salary sacrifice scheme Gym membership & wellbeing support Annual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service Free parking on site What We're Looking For FMCG or manufacturing experience - hands on experience working in a production or industrial setting, with a solid understanding of maintenance or operational processes. Strong organisational skills - exceptional planning, prioritisation, and time management abilities, with the capability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills - including pivot tables, complex formulas, data manipulation, and analytical reporting. Experience using CMMS or SAP - working with SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or a similar EAM/CMMS platform (e.g., Maximo, Oracle EAM, Infor EAM, IFS). Planning & scheduling expertise - proven experience coordinating maintenance activities, scheduling work, and supporting cross functional teams. Strong communication skills - able to work confidently with operations, maintenance, planners, and technicians to ensure alignment and improve efficiency. Key Responsibilities Develop detailed maintenance work plans aligned with CMMS to enable efficient scheduling, safe execution, and accurate KPI reporting. Use technician feedback and job evaluations to continuously improve planning and minimize backlog. Collaborate with Maintenance Stores Coordinator to manage spare parts inventory, minimize spend, and identify cost-saving opportunities. Handle purchasing of parts outside stores, partnering with commercial teams to ensure best value. Operate and enhance the CMMS system, maintaining plant history and technical files to prevent job delays. Coordinate with production planning to schedule annual and weekly maintenance events at least one week ahead. Work with Maintenance Team Leader to reassign tasks during schedule breaks and plan maintenance shutdowns. Partner with technicians and Operations Team Leaders to prioritize work and secure operational resources, assigning tasks to operators as appropriate. What You Can Expect from Mars Work alongside 130,000+ Associates worldwide guided by our Five Principles Be part of a purpose-driven company shaping "the world we want tomorrow" Access world-class training & development from day one Join a company with an industry-leading salary and benefits package
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Job Description: Kings Lynn £28,600 -£32,200 dependent on experience + Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits 37.5 Hrs per week - Mon-Fri 7am-3pm Why Join Us? Join Mars Wrigley Kings Lynn and help us build a better world, one delicious bite at a time. We're a diverse community that values long-term careers, offering competitive rewards, fantastic perks (including freebies!), and best-in-class development to fuel your growth across our world-famous brands. Your future matters, and we're committed to supporting you every step of the way. The Role The role will work closely with the Maintenance Team Leaders, Operations Team Leaders and Production Planners to secure line downtime and resource to maximize the amount of planned maintenance than can be executed. What's in it for you? Hot food restaurant on site Career growth opportunities with structured development & Mars University Private healthcare + equal parental leave Onsite gym and nurse/osteopath/podiatrist Generous pension (up to 9% contribution) Life assurance (4x salary) EV salary sacrifice scheme Gym membership & wellbeing support Annual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service Free parking on site What We're Looking For FMCG or manufacturing experience - hands on experience working in a production or industrial setting, with a solid understanding of maintenance or operational processes. Strong organisational skills - exceptional planning, prioritisation, and time management abilities, with the capability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills - including pivot tables, complex formulas, data manipulation, and analytical reporting. Experience using CMMS or SAP - working with SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or a similar EAM/CMMS platform (e.g., Maximo, Oracle EAM, Infor EAM, IFS). Planning & scheduling expertise - proven experience coordinating maintenance activities, scheduling work, and supporting cross functional teams. Strong communication skills - able to work confidently with operations, maintenance, planners, and technicians to ensure alignment and improve efficiency. Key Responsibilities Develop detailed maintenance work plans aligned with CMMS to enable efficient scheduling, safe execution, and accurate KPI reporting. Use technician feedback and job evaluations to continuously improve planning and minimize backlog. Collaborate with Maintenance Stores Coordinator to manage spare parts inventory, minimize spend, and identify cost-saving opportunities. Handle purchasing of parts outside stores, partnering with commercial teams to ensure best value. Operate and enhance the CMMS system, maintaining plant history and technical files to prevent job delays. Coordinate with production planning to schedule annual and weekly maintenance events at least one week ahead. Work with Maintenance Team Leader to reassign tasks during schedule breaks and plan maintenance shutdowns. Partner with technicians and Operations Team Leaders to prioritize work and secure operational resources, assigning tasks to operators as appropriate. What You Can Expect from Mars Work alongside 130,000+ Associates worldwide guided by our Five Principles Be part of a purpose-driven company shaping "the world we want tomorrow" Access world-class training & development from day one Join a company with an industry-leading salary and benefits package
Job Title: Head of EHS Location: WMFTS - UK Location Type: Remote Website: Group: Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions is part of SpiraxGroup, a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multi-national industrial engineering Group with expertise in the control and management of steam, electric thermal solutions, peristaltic pumping and associated fluid technologies. When you join us, you will be integrated into a cooperative and encouraging team, participate in challenging yet critical work, and experience ongoing growth opportunities to help you achieve your full potential. Job Summary We are seeking a talented and motivated Head of EHS to join our dynamic team. Key Responsibilities With a diverse global workforce of approximately 2,100 colleagues across 8 Supply Operations, 11 Sales & Assembly Operations, and 29 Sales Operations Units spanning the Americas, EMEA, and APAC, the Head of EHS is the senior-most leader for Environment, Health and Safety within WMFTS. This role acts as a visible and influential EHS ambassador, providing strategic leadership, expert guidance, coaching, and challenge to drive continual improvement across all WMFTS operations. The Head of EHS ensures alignment with the Spirax Group's standards, expectations, and strategic priorities, while enabling excellence in EHS performance and culture. The position reports directly to the Divisional Director (Supply & Operations), with a strong dotted line to the Managing Director (WMFTS) and the Spirax Group EHS Director, reflecting its significant cross-functional and strategic importance. Key Accountabilities Drive the continual review, refinement and implementation of the WMFTS EHSOGSM, aligned to the Group EHS Strategic Blueprint, and in particular the Group EHS Excellence Framework and other Group initiatives. Responsible for ultimately driving engagement and commitment to the strategies at both leadership and colleague level. This means leading from the front, taking the businesses on the journey (effective change management), and collaborating with Operating Unit leaders / EHS community / Group EHS on strategy rollout which may include helping to influence and develop training material, supporting all sites to achieve all deliverables as per the plan. Support governance, assurance and tracking throughout. Responsible for the creation and monitoring of the annual assurance programme and quarterly action tracking. Conduct routine EHS audits (as required) and inspections to identify areas for improvement, agreeing with responsible persons to remedy all audit findings and engineer out risks wherever possible. Supporting implementation of EHS projects to achieve EHS excellence standard. Reviewing existing policies and procedures to continually improve our processes and actively sharing best practice at WMFTS and Global EHS forums. Providing EHS legal guidance as needed on operational issues that is pragmatic and business focused. Continually coach and mentor the wider team, sharing good practices and supporting regional cultural improvement plans. Provide individuals and teams with advice and practical support. Chair EHS meetings for all teams (Supply, Sales, support functions) for best practice collaboration and strategy communications to keep the team aligned, engaged, striving for excellence in their EHS agenda and to ensure they're enabled to act as required. Lead the WMFTS EHS community in partnership with Group EHS to ensure they are aligned, engaged, striving for excellence, are capable, and ensuring they are empowered and enabled to act as required. Actively participate and engage others to support the global evolution of behavioural based safety. Analysis of EHS data and make recommendations for improvements, engaging key stakeholders in their implementation. Partner with manufacturing/Supply and Sales companies undertaking monthly reviews on KPI leading indicator progress, near misses, and training to group guidelines, with aim towards driving a mindset and culture towards zero accidents. Support sites on action closure or accident reduction improvement plans, triaging closure priority based on risk assessment. Lead on incidents where required. Prepare and present reports on accidents and incidents and determine root causes and robust countermeasures. Responsible for WMFTS data collation for GEC/Board reporting and present monthly performance to the WMFTS (Exec) EHS Steering Committee (and as required). Creation of safety communications and campaigns. Skills/Experience Extensive experience in Health and Safety, ideally in industrial manufacturing and peripatetic working in industrial sales environments. Level 6 (e.g. Bachelors) Health and Safety Management Qualification. Chartered Membership of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (CMIOSH) or equivalent (e.g. BCSP - CSP). Exceptional candidates who present (upon application) a clear and robust plan to achieve this level within 6 months of joining will be considered. Significant experience of working in a global role, driving behavioral change, knowledge of legislative frameworks and different operating environments, implementation of H&S Management Systems and providing assurance on a global scale, supporting and coordinating best practice across disparate teams. Demonstrated change leadership skills in support of strengthening a culture of behavior-based safety. Experience of showing the ability to engage others effectively and work collaboratively to ensure that Group initiatives are implemented consistently across the globe. Self managing and highly organised, with the ability to work effectively in multiple teams. Ability to travel globally as required. Benefits A competitive salary Flexible working arrangements A generous holiday allowance Three days' paid volunteering leave Additional support and benefits through our Everyone is Included Group Inclusion Plan Everyone is Included at Spirax Group We are passionate about creating inclusive and equitable working cultures where everyone can be themselves and achieve their full potential. For us, that means supportive teams and strong relationships where everyone's contribution is valued - across social and cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, genders, gender identities, abilities, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, and everything else that makes us human and unique. We want everyone to be able to make their difference here, so we will always consider requests for flexible working. We know that everyone needs some extra help from time to time too, so we have introduced a range of additional benefits through our Group Inclusion Commitments. These include gender neutral parental leave, 15 days of extra paid caregiver leave, paid time off and support for anyone experiencing pregnancy loss or domestic abuse, menopause friendly workplace principles and more. Learn more at We are also a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you would like to apply using this scheme, please select this option in our application form. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodations during the application process, please let us know. Company Overview At Watson Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of Spirax Group, we are driven by innovation and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is empowered to make a difference. As a world leader in manufacturing peristaltic pumps and associated fluid path technologies for the life sciences and process industries, we offer a wide range of products, including tubing, specialised filling systems and products for single use applications. Our shared Purpose is to create sustainable value for all our stakeholders as we engineer a more efficient, safer and sustainable world. Our technologies play an essential role in critical industrial processes and industrial equipment across industries as diverse as Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology, Power Generation, Semiconductors and Healthcare. With customers in 116 countries, we provide the solutions that sit behind the production of many items used in daily life, from baked beans to mobile phones! Our inclusive culture and values unite us, guide us in our decisions and inspire us everywhere that we operate. We support our colleagues to make their difference for each other as well as customers, communities, suppliers, our planet and shareholders by creating a truly equitable working environment where everyone feels included.
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Head of EHS Location: WMFTS - UK Location Type: Remote Website: Group: Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions is part of SpiraxGroup, a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multi-national industrial engineering Group with expertise in the control and management of steam, electric thermal solutions, peristaltic pumping and associated fluid technologies. When you join us, you will be integrated into a cooperative and encouraging team, participate in challenging yet critical work, and experience ongoing growth opportunities to help you achieve your full potential. Job Summary We are seeking a talented and motivated Head of EHS to join our dynamic team. Key Responsibilities With a diverse global workforce of approximately 2,100 colleagues across 8 Supply Operations, 11 Sales & Assembly Operations, and 29 Sales Operations Units spanning the Americas, EMEA, and APAC, the Head of EHS is the senior-most leader for Environment, Health and Safety within WMFTS. This role acts as a visible and influential EHS ambassador, providing strategic leadership, expert guidance, coaching, and challenge to drive continual improvement across all WMFTS operations. The Head of EHS ensures alignment with the Spirax Group's standards, expectations, and strategic priorities, while enabling excellence in EHS performance and culture. The position reports directly to the Divisional Director (Supply & Operations), with a strong dotted line to the Managing Director (WMFTS) and the Spirax Group EHS Director, reflecting its significant cross-functional and strategic importance. Key Accountabilities Drive the continual review, refinement and implementation of the WMFTS EHSOGSM, aligned to the Group EHS Strategic Blueprint, and in particular the Group EHS Excellence Framework and other Group initiatives. Responsible for ultimately driving engagement and commitment to the strategies at both leadership and colleague level. This means leading from the front, taking the businesses on the journey (effective change management), and collaborating with Operating Unit leaders / EHS community / Group EHS on strategy rollout which may include helping to influence and develop training material, supporting all sites to achieve all deliverables as per the plan. Support governance, assurance and tracking throughout. Responsible for the creation and monitoring of the annual assurance programme and quarterly action tracking. Conduct routine EHS audits (as required) and inspections to identify areas for improvement, agreeing with responsible persons to remedy all audit findings and engineer out risks wherever possible. Supporting implementation of EHS projects to achieve EHS excellence standard. Reviewing existing policies and procedures to continually improve our processes and actively sharing best practice at WMFTS and Global EHS forums. Providing EHS legal guidance as needed on operational issues that is pragmatic and business focused. Continually coach and mentor the wider team, sharing good practices and supporting regional cultural improvement plans. Provide individuals and teams with advice and practical support. Chair EHS meetings for all teams (Supply, Sales, support functions) for best practice collaboration and strategy communications to keep the team aligned, engaged, striving for excellence in their EHS agenda and to ensure they're enabled to act as required. Lead the WMFTS EHS community in partnership with Group EHS to ensure they are aligned, engaged, striving for excellence, are capable, and ensuring they are empowered and enabled to act as required. Actively participate and engage others to support the global evolution of behavioural based safety. Analysis of EHS data and make recommendations for improvements, engaging key stakeholders in their implementation. Partner with manufacturing/Supply and Sales companies undertaking monthly reviews on KPI leading indicator progress, near misses, and training to group guidelines, with aim towards driving a mindset and culture towards zero accidents. Support sites on action closure or accident reduction improvement plans, triaging closure priority based on risk assessment. Lead on incidents where required. Prepare and present reports on accidents and incidents and determine root causes and robust countermeasures. Responsible for WMFTS data collation for GEC/Board reporting and present monthly performance to the WMFTS (Exec) EHS Steering Committee (and as required). Creation of safety communications and campaigns. Skills/Experience Extensive experience in Health and Safety, ideally in industrial manufacturing and peripatetic working in industrial sales environments. Level 6 (e.g. Bachelors) Health and Safety Management Qualification. Chartered Membership of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (CMIOSH) or equivalent (e.g. BCSP - CSP). Exceptional candidates who present (upon application) a clear and robust plan to achieve this level within 6 months of joining will be considered. Significant experience of working in a global role, driving behavioral change, knowledge of legislative frameworks and different operating environments, implementation of H&S Management Systems and providing assurance on a global scale, supporting and coordinating best practice across disparate teams. Demonstrated change leadership skills in support of strengthening a culture of behavior-based safety. Experience of showing the ability to engage others effectively and work collaboratively to ensure that Group initiatives are implemented consistently across the globe. Self managing and highly organised, with the ability to work effectively in multiple teams. Ability to travel globally as required. Benefits A competitive salary Flexible working arrangements A generous holiday allowance Three days' paid volunteering leave Additional support and benefits through our Everyone is Included Group Inclusion Plan Everyone is Included at Spirax Group We are passionate about creating inclusive and equitable working cultures where everyone can be themselves and achieve their full potential. For us, that means supportive teams and strong relationships where everyone's contribution is valued - across social and cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, genders, gender identities, abilities, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, and everything else that makes us human and unique. We want everyone to be able to make their difference here, so we will always consider requests for flexible working. We know that everyone needs some extra help from time to time too, so we have introduced a range of additional benefits through our Group Inclusion Commitments. These include gender neutral parental leave, 15 days of extra paid caregiver leave, paid time off and support for anyone experiencing pregnancy loss or domestic abuse, menopause friendly workplace principles and more. Learn more at We are also a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you would like to apply using this scheme, please select this option in our application form. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodations during the application process, please let us know. Company Overview At Watson Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of Spirax Group, we are driven by innovation and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is empowered to make a difference. As a world leader in manufacturing peristaltic pumps and associated fluid path technologies for the life sciences and process industries, we offer a wide range of products, including tubing, specialised filling systems and products for single use applications. Our shared Purpose is to create sustainable value for all our stakeholders as we engineer a more efficient, safer and sustainable world. Our technologies play an essential role in critical industrial processes and industrial equipment across industries as diverse as Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology, Power Generation, Semiconductors and Healthcare. With customers in 116 countries, we provide the solutions that sit behind the production of many items used in daily life, from baked beans to mobile phones! Our inclusive culture and values unite us, guide us in our decisions and inspire us everywhere that we operate. We support our colleagues to make their difference for each other as well as customers, communities, suppliers, our planet and shareholders by creating a truly equitable working environment where everyone feels included.
Job Description: Kings Lynn £28,600 -£32,200 dependent on experience + Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits 37.5 Hrs per week - Mon-Fri 7am-3pm Why Join Us? Join Mars Wrigley Kings Lynn and help us build a better world, one delicious bite at a time. We're a diverse community that values long-term careers, offering competitive rewards, fantastic perks (including freebies!), and best-in-class development to fuel your growth across our world-famous brands. Your future matters, and we're committed to supporting you every step of the way. The Role The role will work closely with the Maintenance Team Leaders, Operations Team Leaders and Production Planners to secure line downtime and resource to maximize the amount of planned maintenance than can be executed. What's in it for you? Hot food restaurant on site Career growth opportunities with structured development & Mars University Private healthcare + equal parental leave Onsite gym and nurse/osteopath/podiatrist Generous pension (up to 9% contribution) Life assurance (4x salary) EV salary sacrifice scheme Gym membership & wellbeing support Annual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service Free parking on site What We're Looking For FMCG or manufacturing experience - hands on experience working in a production or industrial setting, with a solid understanding of maintenance or operational processes. Strong organisational skills - exceptional planning, prioritisation, and time management abilities, with the capability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills - including pivot tables, complex formulas, data manipulation, and analytical reporting. Experience using CMMS or SAP - working with SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or a similar EAM/CMMS platform (e.g., Maximo, Oracle EAM, Infor EAM, IFS). Planning & scheduling expertise - proven experience coordinating maintenance activities, scheduling work, and supporting cross functional teams. Strong communication skills - able to work confidently with operations, maintenance, planners, and technicians to ensure alignment and improve efficiency. Key Responsibilities Develop detailed maintenance work plans aligned with CMMS to enable efficient scheduling, safe execution, and accurate KPI reporting. Use technician feedback and job evaluations to continuously improve planning and minimize backlog. Collaborate with Maintenance Stores Coordinator to manage spare parts inventory, minimize spend, and identify cost-saving opportunities. Handle purchasing of parts outside stores, partnering with commercial teams to ensure best value. Operate and enhance the CMMS system, maintaining plant history and technical files to prevent job delays. Coordinate with production planning to schedule annual and weekly maintenance events at least one week ahead. Work with Maintenance Team Leader to reassign tasks during schedule breaks and plan maintenance shutdowns. Partner with technicians and Operations Team Leaders to prioritize work and secure operational resources, assigning tasks to operators as appropriate. What You Can Expect from Mars Work alongside 130,000+ Associates worldwide guided by our Five Principles Be part of a purpose-driven company shaping "the world we want tomorrow" Access world-class training & development from day one Join a company with an industry-leading salary and benefits package
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Job Description: Kings Lynn £28,600 -£32,200 dependent on experience + Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits 37.5 Hrs per week - Mon-Fri 7am-3pm Why Join Us? Join Mars Wrigley Kings Lynn and help us build a better world, one delicious bite at a time. We're a diverse community that values long-term careers, offering competitive rewards, fantastic perks (including freebies!), and best-in-class development to fuel your growth across our world-famous brands. Your future matters, and we're committed to supporting you every step of the way. The Role The role will work closely with the Maintenance Team Leaders, Operations Team Leaders and Production Planners to secure line downtime and resource to maximize the amount of planned maintenance than can be executed. What's in it for you? Hot food restaurant on site Career growth opportunities with structured development & Mars University Private healthcare + equal parental leave Onsite gym and nurse/osteopath/podiatrist Generous pension (up to 9% contribution) Life assurance (4x salary) EV salary sacrifice scheme Gym membership & wellbeing support Annual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service Free parking on site What We're Looking For FMCG or manufacturing experience - hands on experience working in a production or industrial setting, with a solid understanding of maintenance or operational processes. Strong organisational skills - exceptional planning, prioritisation, and time management abilities, with the capability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills - including pivot tables, complex formulas, data manipulation, and analytical reporting. Experience using CMMS or SAP - working with SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or a similar EAM/CMMS platform (e.g., Maximo, Oracle EAM, Infor EAM, IFS). Planning & scheduling expertise - proven experience coordinating maintenance activities, scheduling work, and supporting cross functional teams. Strong communication skills - able to work confidently with operations, maintenance, planners, and technicians to ensure alignment and improve efficiency. Key Responsibilities Develop detailed maintenance work plans aligned with CMMS to enable efficient scheduling, safe execution, and accurate KPI reporting. Use technician feedback and job evaluations to continuously improve planning and minimize backlog. Collaborate with Maintenance Stores Coordinator to manage spare parts inventory, minimize spend, and identify cost-saving opportunities. Handle purchasing of parts outside stores, partnering with commercial teams to ensure best value. Operate and enhance the CMMS system, maintaining plant history and technical files to prevent job delays. Coordinate with production planning to schedule annual and weekly maintenance events at least one week ahead. Work with Maintenance Team Leader to reassign tasks during schedule breaks and plan maintenance shutdowns. Partner with technicians and Operations Team Leaders to prioritize work and secure operational resources, assigning tasks to operators as appropriate. What You Can Expect from Mars Work alongside 130,000+ Associates worldwide guided by our Five Principles Be part of a purpose-driven company shaping "the world we want tomorrow" Access world-class training & development from day one Join a company with an industry-leading salary and benefits package
A leading food manufacturer is seeking a Head of Technical to take full ownership of food safety and quality across two manufacturing sites in Lancashire and West Yorkshire, requiring weekly presence at both sites. This is a senior leadership role, ideal for a technically strong professional who thrives in a fast-paced, short shelf-life food manufacturing environment and has a proven track record of leading, developing, and uniting technical teams. As a key member of the senior leadership team, you will ensure the business consistently meets the highest standards of BRC, Red Tractor, and customer compliance, while driving a positive, "can-do" culture across the technical function. Key Responsibilities Own and lead all BRC, Red Tractor, customer, and internal audits, ensuring sites are audit-ready at all times Act as the senior technical contact for customers, supporting commercial teams where required Ensure site standards for hygiene, GMP, and factory standards are maintained daily Manage departmental budgets, contracts, and forecasting Lead, coach, and develop the technical team, building capability, resilience, and succession Collaborate cross-functionally to promote a strong one-organisation culture About You Proven experience in a senior technical leadership role within food or fresh produce manufacturing Strong working knowledge of BRC, Red Tractor, HACCP (level 4 ideally), and food safety legislation Experienced in managing multi-site operations and bringing teams together under a unified approach Confident leading customer and third-party audits with a track record of strong results A people-focused leader who can develop teams, influence stakeholders, and drive standards Commercially aware, organised, and comfortable operating at senior leadership level This is an excellent opportunity for a Head of Technical or Senior Technical Manager ready to take ownership of a high-impact, strategic role within a growing and forward-thinking food manufacturer.
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
A leading food manufacturer is seeking a Head of Technical to take full ownership of food safety and quality across two manufacturing sites in Lancashire and West Yorkshire, requiring weekly presence at both sites. This is a senior leadership role, ideal for a technically strong professional who thrives in a fast-paced, short shelf-life food manufacturing environment and has a proven track record of leading, developing, and uniting technical teams. As a key member of the senior leadership team, you will ensure the business consistently meets the highest standards of BRC, Red Tractor, and customer compliance, while driving a positive, "can-do" culture across the technical function. Key Responsibilities Own and lead all BRC, Red Tractor, customer, and internal audits, ensuring sites are audit-ready at all times Act as the senior technical contact for customers, supporting commercial teams where required Ensure site standards for hygiene, GMP, and factory standards are maintained daily Manage departmental budgets, contracts, and forecasting Lead, coach, and develop the technical team, building capability, resilience, and succession Collaborate cross-functionally to promote a strong one-organisation culture About You Proven experience in a senior technical leadership role within food or fresh produce manufacturing Strong working knowledge of BRC, Red Tractor, HACCP (level 4 ideally), and food safety legislation Experienced in managing multi-site operations and bringing teams together under a unified approach Confident leading customer and third-party audits with a track record of strong results A people-focused leader who can develop teams, influence stakeholders, and drive standards Commercially aware, organised, and comfortable operating at senior leadership level This is an excellent opportunity for a Head of Technical or Senior Technical Manager ready to take ownership of a high-impact, strategic role within a growing and forward-thinking food manufacturer.
A global industrial engineering firm is looking for a Head of EHS to oversee environmental health and safety strategies across its operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in industrial manufacturing and Health and Safety management, with excellent leadership skills to drive behavioral change. This role involves strategic guidance, auditing, and collaboration to meet EHS standards and cultivate a safety-oriented culture. The position is remote, offering flexible working arrangements and strong inclusivity principles.
Mar 15, 2026
Full time
A global industrial engineering firm is looking for a Head of EHS to oversee environmental health and safety strategies across its operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in industrial manufacturing and Health and Safety management, with excellent leadership skills to drive behavioral change. This role involves strategic guidance, auditing, and collaboration to meet EHS standards and cultivate a safety-oriented culture. The position is remote, offering flexible working arrangements and strong inclusivity principles.
We have an opportunity for Warehouse Advanced Team Leader (WATL) to join our Warehouse Team on our Pontypool site as part of the Finsbury Food Group. Finsbury Food Group is a leading specialty bakery manufacturer. We constantly raise quality and efficiency standards and build long-term relationships within the food service channel. Finsbury offer a wide range of bakery products and are a leading frozen supplier in the Foodservice sector. Ultrapharm is a dedicated Gluten Free Bakery specialising in only Gluten Free Product since 1993. The Company's unique approach to craft and baking creates premium gluten - free products with the flavour and taste of traditional bread. If you have special dietary need or nutritional preferences, then our Pontypool bakery has you covered. Our Products range from artisanal bread to our award winning Hot cross buns and Mince pies for Major Retailers such as M&S and Waitrose. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment where quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do. This is what you'll actually do! You'll provide hands on, first line leadership to the warehouse team during your shift - setting the tone for safe, compliant and efficient operations. Working closely with the Warehouse Shift Lead, you'll help deliver high quality warehouse performance, ensuring inventory accuracy, order fulfilment and shift KPIs are consistently achieved. Day to day, you'll supervise core warehouse activities including receiving, storage, picking, packing and dispatch. You'll allocate work effectively, monitor performance throughout the shift and step in quickly when issues arise - either resolving them directly or escalating appropriately. You'll play a key role in maintaining high standards across Health & Safety, GMP, HACCP/BRC and SOP compliance. That includes carrying out daily audits of stock and processes, supporting internal and external audits, and assisting with inventory counts to ensure operational integrity. Beyond the day to day, you'll coach and support your team to improve capability, performance and engagement. You'll communicate clear objectives and expectations, create accountability within the team and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that reduce waste, improve accuracy and enhance efficiency. Ultimately, you'll be the person who keeps the shift running smoothly - ensuring standards are met, the team is supported, and performance stays on track. Ideally this is you! Experienced in warehouse/distribution operations, ideally within food or FMCG. Knowledgeable in inventory management, stock handling, and order fulfilment. Understanding of Health & Safety, GMP, and food safety standards (Level 2 Food Safety preferred). Skilled in team leadership, coaching, and motivating staff. Competent in warehouse systems (WMS) and MS Office. Team-oriented, accountable, reliable, and adaptable to changing priorities. Strong communicator with a proactive, problem solving approach. What's in it for you? Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave to allow quality time with your new arrival! Enhanced Pension Scheme for our employees Death in Service Benefit Free Employee Assistance Programme (open to colleagues and their families) Retail discounts accessible via our Benefits Hub platform! Refer a Friend Scheme (up to £300 per referral - T&C's dependent) Employee Recognition Awards Extensive Learning & Development opportunities (including opportunities for sponsored professional memberships and our own in house development course!) An opportunity to be part of a fantastic, growing organisation. Head over to our LinkedIn page to find out more! Our vision is to be the leading specialty bakery group in the UK, and we want the best people in place to achieve this. Our continued success is built entirely on the talented people who work here, so employee development is important to us because everyone is a valued member of the team, and we want every individual to have the skills and capabilities to achieve both your own personal goals and our business goals. We want good people to join our company, to help our company continue to go from strength to strength. If this sounds like you, please get in contact to learn more! Are you the perfect fit for Warehousing - Advanced Team Lead? Fancy getting your hands dirty? Join our amazing bakery team!
Mar 15, 2026
Full time
We have an opportunity for Warehouse Advanced Team Leader (WATL) to join our Warehouse Team on our Pontypool site as part of the Finsbury Food Group. Finsbury Food Group is a leading specialty bakery manufacturer. We constantly raise quality and efficiency standards and build long-term relationships within the food service channel. Finsbury offer a wide range of bakery products and are a leading frozen supplier in the Foodservice sector. Ultrapharm is a dedicated Gluten Free Bakery specialising in only Gluten Free Product since 1993. The Company's unique approach to craft and baking creates premium gluten - free products with the flavour and taste of traditional bread. If you have special dietary need or nutritional preferences, then our Pontypool bakery has you covered. Our Products range from artisanal bread to our award winning Hot cross buns and Mince pies for Major Retailers such as M&S and Waitrose. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment where quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do. This is what you'll actually do! You'll provide hands on, first line leadership to the warehouse team during your shift - setting the tone for safe, compliant and efficient operations. Working closely with the Warehouse Shift Lead, you'll help deliver high quality warehouse performance, ensuring inventory accuracy, order fulfilment and shift KPIs are consistently achieved. Day to day, you'll supervise core warehouse activities including receiving, storage, picking, packing and dispatch. You'll allocate work effectively, monitor performance throughout the shift and step in quickly when issues arise - either resolving them directly or escalating appropriately. You'll play a key role in maintaining high standards across Health & Safety, GMP, HACCP/BRC and SOP compliance. That includes carrying out daily audits of stock and processes, supporting internal and external audits, and assisting with inventory counts to ensure operational integrity. Beyond the day to day, you'll coach and support your team to improve capability, performance and engagement. You'll communicate clear objectives and expectations, create accountability within the team and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that reduce waste, improve accuracy and enhance efficiency. Ultimately, you'll be the person who keeps the shift running smoothly - ensuring standards are met, the team is supported, and performance stays on track. Ideally this is you! Experienced in warehouse/distribution operations, ideally within food or FMCG. Knowledgeable in inventory management, stock handling, and order fulfilment. Understanding of Health & Safety, GMP, and food safety standards (Level 2 Food Safety preferred). Skilled in team leadership, coaching, and motivating staff. Competent in warehouse systems (WMS) and MS Office. Team-oriented, accountable, reliable, and adaptable to changing priorities. Strong communicator with a proactive, problem solving approach. What's in it for you? Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave to allow quality time with your new arrival! Enhanced Pension Scheme for our employees Death in Service Benefit Free Employee Assistance Programme (open to colleagues and their families) Retail discounts accessible via our Benefits Hub platform! Refer a Friend Scheme (up to £300 per referral - T&C's dependent) Employee Recognition Awards Extensive Learning & Development opportunities (including opportunities for sponsored professional memberships and our own in house development course!) An opportunity to be part of a fantastic, growing organisation. Head over to our LinkedIn page to find out more! Our vision is to be the leading specialty bakery group in the UK, and we want the best people in place to achieve this. Our continued success is built entirely on the talented people who work here, so employee development is important to us because everyone is a valued member of the team, and we want every individual to have the skills and capabilities to achieve both your own personal goals and our business goals. We want good people to join our company, to help our company continue to go from strength to strength. If this sounds like you, please get in contact to learn more! Are you the perfect fit for Warehousing - Advanced Team Lead? Fancy getting your hands dirty? Join our amazing bakery team!
We are seeking a highly experienced Health & Safety Managerto drive safety strategy, compliance, and continuous improvement across all operational sites and field-based teams. This is a senior role with responsibility for the health, safety, and food hygiene of approximately 715 engineering, merchandising and logistics staff, across 13 depots and 2 office sites in the UK and Republic of Ireland. The successful candidate will champion a proactive safety culture, ensure compliance with all legal and operational H&S requirements, and provide leadership in training, auditing, and risk management. The role leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of facilities and health and safety strategies to ensure legal compliance and the promotion of a safe, efficient, and well-managed working environment for all employees across all levels of the organisation. The successful candidate will drive safety initiatives, manage regulatory requirements, deliver training programs, and foster a proactive safety culture while maintaining a workplace that supports business effectiveness and employee wellbeing. As a 24/7 food & drinks distribution and technology led powerhouse, Selecta provides millions of moments of joy to its end consumers throughout Europe. Our solutions include digital Vending Machines, Coffee Machines, Smart Fridges, Snack Markets and more. As such, we are uniquely positioned to address the needs of our clients and their consumers in the new hybrid work environment. Your Key Duties & Responsibilities: Monitor and enforce Health & Safety standards across all installation activities, including HGV operations, machine installations, relocations, and removals. Conduct risk assessments for installation and other customer movements as required, including but not limited to equipment handling, lifting operations, and vehicle-based work. Managing site access permits via customer portals, as required. Carry out regular site inspections and audits, ensuring compliance with company H&S policies and statutory requirements. Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses in field operations; implement corrective and preventive actions. Support and deliver toolbox talks, on-site training, and awareness campaigns for field staff. Maintain accurate H&S records, including risk assessments, incident reports, and training documentation. Provide guidance and advice to installation teams and supervisors on safe work practices, lifting equipment, manual handling, and vehicle operations. Promote a proactive safety culture among all field-based teams. Health & Safety Leadership: Own the company's Health & Safety strategy and compliance framework. Control of H&S, including Food Safety & Hygiene, across 11 depot sites and 2 Office sites (including any new site launches, closures and future relocation's.) Responsibility for the Health and Safety of Engineering, Merchandising and logistics field-based staff (circa 715 employees) To monitor, review and maintain Health and Safety policies and practices, making recommendations and implementing new policies and procedures as required. Deliver and support training programs, toolbox talks, and health & safety campaigns across all levels of the business. Assist in identifying training needs and develop, coordinate, and deliver targeted health and safety training to ensure employee awareness and compliance. Create, lead, and coordinate a Health & Safety Committee, ensuring representation from key functions and site locations, appointing and supporting local Health & Safety Champions at each depot to drive site-level engagement, compliance, and continuous improvement. Implementing and maintaining health and safety systems and procedures to meet specific requirements such as: checks, audits, investigations, risk assessments and accident reporting. This includes the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH). To investigate, or where appropriate assisting others in investigating, the circumstances and causes of accidents and take necessary steps to prevent a recurrence. Monitor the services provided to external clients (CDM) and ensure that the team responds proactively to programme constraints. Oversee the preparation, maintenance and distribution of CDM Health and Safety files. Ensure HACCP is effective, building a 'culture' which drives Food Safety throughout all depot sites, ensuring that hygiene standards are being met. Management of food safety non compliances through hold and concession processes, including decision making with regards to Holds in accordance with PIUK standards A key communicator on Food Safety and Sanitation initiatives within the UK Own and manage the organisational Health & Safety E-learning platform, ensuring content is up to date, relevant, and aligned with legal and operational requirements. Provide regular reporting on training completion rates, compliance gaps, and user engagement to key stakeholders and senior leadership. Operational and Cross-Functional Leadership Collaborate with Operations, HR, IT, Finance, and Procurement to deliver integrated workplace solutions. Foster a proactive safety culture through internal communications, leadership engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives. Support business continuity planning, emergency preparedness, and crisis response across all locations. Monitor, report, and present on key H&S and property KPIs to leadership teams alongside group. Develop and manage H&S and property-related budgets, monitor service charges, and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency. Stay informed of market trends and legal developments relevant to property and facilities management or Health and Safety. Travel to sites across the UK and ROI as required. What You Bring to The Role Hold an appropriate level of membership of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, (e.g. IOSH Certified). Experience in driving and prioritising the H&S Agenda across business, with excellent H&S legislation knowledge Multi-site remit with UK wide travel (approx. 60% of the role involves travel) A background within FMCG desirable (Logistics/Retail Environments relevant too) Ability to set, plan and see through corrective and preventative actions, using root cause analysis Ability to manage cross functional 'Problem Solving' teams A good understanding of food safety & quality systems - including AIB/BRC, HACCP, etc Lead incident investigations and understand both hold and release processes & food safety risks. Excellent written and interpersonal skills and the ability to challenge constructively. Project management experience is desirable. Relevant professional qualification (e.g., IWFM, RICS, NEBOSH or IOSH) is advantageous but not essential. What's in it for you? 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays Life assurance equivalent to 2x your yearly salary Five weeks of occupational paid sick leave for added security Extended leave policy for greater flexibility Free parking at our Head Office and other depot locations Unlimited coffee and tea at our offices to keep you refreshed Clear career progression paths with development opportunities Strong leadership support to help you thrive Employee recognition scheme to celebrate your contributions Mental health and wellbeing support, including access to mental health first aiders
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
We are seeking a highly experienced Health & Safety Managerto drive safety strategy, compliance, and continuous improvement across all operational sites and field-based teams. This is a senior role with responsibility for the health, safety, and food hygiene of approximately 715 engineering, merchandising and logistics staff, across 13 depots and 2 office sites in the UK and Republic of Ireland. The successful candidate will champion a proactive safety culture, ensure compliance with all legal and operational H&S requirements, and provide leadership in training, auditing, and risk management. The role leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of facilities and health and safety strategies to ensure legal compliance and the promotion of a safe, efficient, and well-managed working environment for all employees across all levels of the organisation. The successful candidate will drive safety initiatives, manage regulatory requirements, deliver training programs, and foster a proactive safety culture while maintaining a workplace that supports business effectiveness and employee wellbeing. As a 24/7 food & drinks distribution and technology led powerhouse, Selecta provides millions of moments of joy to its end consumers throughout Europe. Our solutions include digital Vending Machines, Coffee Machines, Smart Fridges, Snack Markets and more. As such, we are uniquely positioned to address the needs of our clients and their consumers in the new hybrid work environment. Your Key Duties & Responsibilities: Monitor and enforce Health & Safety standards across all installation activities, including HGV operations, machine installations, relocations, and removals. Conduct risk assessments for installation and other customer movements as required, including but not limited to equipment handling, lifting operations, and vehicle-based work. Managing site access permits via customer portals, as required. Carry out regular site inspections and audits, ensuring compliance with company H&S policies and statutory requirements. Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses in field operations; implement corrective and preventive actions. Support and deliver toolbox talks, on-site training, and awareness campaigns for field staff. Maintain accurate H&S records, including risk assessments, incident reports, and training documentation. Provide guidance and advice to installation teams and supervisors on safe work practices, lifting equipment, manual handling, and vehicle operations. Promote a proactive safety culture among all field-based teams. Health & Safety Leadership: Own the company's Health & Safety strategy and compliance framework. Control of H&S, including Food Safety & Hygiene, across 11 depot sites and 2 Office sites (including any new site launches, closures and future relocation's.) Responsibility for the Health and Safety of Engineering, Merchandising and logistics field-based staff (circa 715 employees) To monitor, review and maintain Health and Safety policies and practices, making recommendations and implementing new policies and procedures as required. Deliver and support training programs, toolbox talks, and health & safety campaigns across all levels of the business. Assist in identifying training needs and develop, coordinate, and deliver targeted health and safety training to ensure employee awareness and compliance. Create, lead, and coordinate a Health & Safety Committee, ensuring representation from key functions and site locations, appointing and supporting local Health & Safety Champions at each depot to drive site-level engagement, compliance, and continuous improvement. Implementing and maintaining health and safety systems and procedures to meet specific requirements such as: checks, audits, investigations, risk assessments and accident reporting. This includes the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH). To investigate, or where appropriate assisting others in investigating, the circumstances and causes of accidents and take necessary steps to prevent a recurrence. Monitor the services provided to external clients (CDM) and ensure that the team responds proactively to programme constraints. Oversee the preparation, maintenance and distribution of CDM Health and Safety files. Ensure HACCP is effective, building a 'culture' which drives Food Safety throughout all depot sites, ensuring that hygiene standards are being met. Management of food safety non compliances through hold and concession processes, including decision making with regards to Holds in accordance with PIUK standards A key communicator on Food Safety and Sanitation initiatives within the UK Own and manage the organisational Health & Safety E-learning platform, ensuring content is up to date, relevant, and aligned with legal and operational requirements. Provide regular reporting on training completion rates, compliance gaps, and user engagement to key stakeholders and senior leadership. Operational and Cross-Functional Leadership Collaborate with Operations, HR, IT, Finance, and Procurement to deliver integrated workplace solutions. Foster a proactive safety culture through internal communications, leadership engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives. Support business continuity planning, emergency preparedness, and crisis response across all locations. Monitor, report, and present on key H&S and property KPIs to leadership teams alongside group. Develop and manage H&S and property-related budgets, monitor service charges, and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency. Stay informed of market trends and legal developments relevant to property and facilities management or Health and Safety. Travel to sites across the UK and ROI as required. What You Bring to The Role Hold an appropriate level of membership of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, (e.g. IOSH Certified). Experience in driving and prioritising the H&S Agenda across business, with excellent H&S legislation knowledge Multi-site remit with UK wide travel (approx. 60% of the role involves travel) A background within FMCG desirable (Logistics/Retail Environments relevant too) Ability to set, plan and see through corrective and preventative actions, using root cause analysis Ability to manage cross functional 'Problem Solving' teams A good understanding of food safety & quality systems - including AIB/BRC, HACCP, etc Lead incident investigations and understand both hold and release processes & food safety risks. Excellent written and interpersonal skills and the ability to challenge constructively. Project management experience is desirable. Relevant professional qualification (e.g., IWFM, RICS, NEBOSH or IOSH) is advantageous but not essential. What's in it for you? 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays Life assurance equivalent to 2x your yearly salary Five weeks of occupational paid sick leave for added security Extended leave policy for greater flexibility Free parking at our Head Office and other depot locations Unlimited coffee and tea at our offices to keep you refreshed Clear career progression paths with development opportunities Strong leadership support to help you thrive Employee recognition scheme to celebrate your contributions Mental health and wellbeing support, including access to mental health first aiders
Working in a senior capacity across the business the successful candidate will oversee the Supply Chain process through key business areas, with the majority of supply from our parent company in addition to various other global suppliers. In order to effectively manage material ensuring control over inventory, supply, contract manufacturing, and distribution Job Specification Objective: Working in a senior capacity across the business the successful candidate will oversee the Supply Chain process through key business areas, with the majority of supply from our parent company in addition to various other global suppliers. In order to effectively manage material ensuring control over inventory, supply, contract manufacturing, and distribution. Collaborating across multiple teams you will develop and implement an overall Supply Chain strategy, overseeing procurement, and inventory management, ensuring effective supplier relationship management and all associated internal stakeholders. Driving a demand forecast process, and ensuring reliability of supply whilst improving productivity and efficiency and ensuring links through the business. With strong attention to detail you will ensure mitigation of supply chain risks in cohesion with other departments to ensure and enable joined up thinking. You will possess strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and communication skills, together with strong leadership and management in addition to effective influencing ability. You will set an example, aligning with cultural ethos and cohesive leadership approach, to create an engaging and motiving environment for Bauder staff. Key Responsibilities: Stakeholder Management Collaborate effectively with supply chain partners, including the parent company, ancillary suppliers, and internal business stakeholders. Ensure efficiency of supply processes and proactively troubleshoot issues with solution-based approaches. Build and maintain reciprocal, productive relationships to support supply and demand requirements in line with SLAs and service expectations. Production and stock Manage high level production (contract / 3rd party) and stock processes to ensure supply and demand requirements are met. Liaise with the parent company, product suppliers, sales teams and business product owners to maintain alignment on supply and demand. Support the Logistics team in coordinating and balancing stock versus demand across all warehouses for optimal efficiency and service levels. Oversee inventory management in collaboration with the Logistics team, including tracking stock levels and developing accurate inventory forecasts. Lead a robust Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process to balance demand and supply with a long-term perspective. Oversee production planning for third-party contract manufacturing of a limited scope of materials. Logistics Act as a key link between Sales and Purchasing teams as well as the Logistics and Warehousing functions, working closely with the Head of Logistics to ensure a fully integrated approach. Oversight of import & export compliance for the UK operation. Returns Develop and implement a process to track product returns and evaluate underlying issues. Ensure minimal cost exposure through proactive, solution-based problem solving. Monitor and identify risks and areas for improvement within the returns process. Provide actionable solutions that optimize effectiveness and reduce operational inefficiencies. Procurement and vendor management Ensure the supply of high-quality materials to meet production and service requirements. Negotiate favourable Service Level Agreement (SLA) terms with external suppliers. Maintain strong vendor relationships through both the parent company and external providers. Develop Supply Chain resilience to maintain high service levels across all product lines Process With a focus on getting to root cause and reducing waste, analyse data to identify process improvements, bottlenecks and opportunities to improve supply chain networks. Establish and monitor KPI's and overall performance targets Emphasising 'value add' reduce costs and improve efficiency aligning to KPI objectives and targets. Identify potential supply chain disruptions and risks and implement mitigating strategies to minimise cost impacts and supply delay. Management responsibilities: Leadership of the Supply Chain function with full accountability for the team and its output Ensure the Company's Cultural values are maintained and upheld, setting the example, leading with empathy and positivity with a nurturing and encouraging approach Empathetic and Emotionally Intelligent approach to Management Progression of training and development of personnel within the area of responsibility Undertake Appraisals, set objectives, identify training requirements and ensure these are followed through. Development of the team to ensure succession planning giving everyone opportunity to grow and develop Ensure staffing levels, productivity and output is maintained during periods of absence and busy periods Deliver a performance-orientated and motivating work environment for all employees Participate in operational activities and demonstrate strong leadership skills through leading by example Liaison with HR for employee relations, disciplinary, grievance, performance and capability matters. Training: Development of the team to ensure succession planning and giving all opportunity to grow and develop Maintain training matrix to ensure adequate training and competency to ensure operational flexibility Ensuring fulfilment of the onboarding process and completion of the induction and training Monitoring staff performance and progress and identifying training requirements Development: To lead strong communications within other sectors of business to ensure smooth operation Development of material and resource planning systems, processes and software to improve performance, profitability, and service levels within the function and across the business Management of related company projects to ensure timely completion Develop and implement an overall Supply Chain strategy aligned with business goals and stakeholder requirements Work collaboratively across multiple business areas, including Purchasing, Sales Order Processing, Logistics, Technical and External Sales teams. Partner with Product Management to build a cohesive, integrated, effective and efficient Supply Chain Strategy. Extensive experience within Supply Chain environment at a senior level Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to align to organisational approach (minimum 5 years experience within similar environment) Excellent analytical, problem solving and organisational skills Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects Strong organisational abilities with strict attention to detail Strong communication skills with the ability to influence Planning and quality management abilities Advanced knowledge of ERP software Awareness of transportation limitations and regulations including Import & Export. Ability to contribute strategically to organisational goals Motivated, driven and dedication to deliver and maintain high standards of service Strong analytical and negotiation skills Lean Six Sigma, Lead Auditor or similar experience in Continuous improvement Degree in Supply chain or other relevant subject, professional development qualifications in supply chain or sufficient breadth and depth of experience to be able to operate at the right level This job specification is non-exhaustive and subject to change as the If you love being genuinely empowered to deliver great results through collaboratively engaging the wider organisation on a journey of continuous improvement, then look no further . Teamwork is the essence of what we do and that means everyone brings something unique to the table that makes the team greater than the sum of its parts. The Operations team at Bauder, from Sales Processing to Delivery, from Purchasing to Warehousing we ensure that the great work that our Sales & Technical teams create is delivered where and when it's needed. We are here to underpin the organisations success and aim to deliver the high standards that our customers have come to expect. Part of that success is our broader support on Business Excellence, Management Systems, Health and Safety and Facilities Management. Being part of the Operations Leadership team means an opportunity to help build on an already successful business to ensure we continue to achieve great results for many years to come.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Working in a senior capacity across the business the successful candidate will oversee the Supply Chain process through key business areas, with the majority of supply from our parent company in addition to various other global suppliers. In order to effectively manage material ensuring control over inventory, supply, contract manufacturing, and distribution Job Specification Objective: Working in a senior capacity across the business the successful candidate will oversee the Supply Chain process through key business areas, with the majority of supply from our parent company in addition to various other global suppliers. In order to effectively manage material ensuring control over inventory, supply, contract manufacturing, and distribution. Collaborating across multiple teams you will develop and implement an overall Supply Chain strategy, overseeing procurement, and inventory management, ensuring effective supplier relationship management and all associated internal stakeholders. Driving a demand forecast process, and ensuring reliability of supply whilst improving productivity and efficiency and ensuring links through the business. With strong attention to detail you will ensure mitigation of supply chain risks in cohesion with other departments to ensure and enable joined up thinking. You will possess strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and communication skills, together with strong leadership and management in addition to effective influencing ability. You will set an example, aligning with cultural ethos and cohesive leadership approach, to create an engaging and motiving environment for Bauder staff. Key Responsibilities: Stakeholder Management Collaborate effectively with supply chain partners, including the parent company, ancillary suppliers, and internal business stakeholders. Ensure efficiency of supply processes and proactively troubleshoot issues with solution-based approaches. Build and maintain reciprocal, productive relationships to support supply and demand requirements in line with SLAs and service expectations. Production and stock Manage high level production (contract / 3rd party) and stock processes to ensure supply and demand requirements are met. Liaise with the parent company, product suppliers, sales teams and business product owners to maintain alignment on supply and demand. Support the Logistics team in coordinating and balancing stock versus demand across all warehouses for optimal efficiency and service levels. Oversee inventory management in collaboration with the Logistics team, including tracking stock levels and developing accurate inventory forecasts. Lead a robust Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process to balance demand and supply with a long-term perspective. Oversee production planning for third-party contract manufacturing of a limited scope of materials. Logistics Act as a key link between Sales and Purchasing teams as well as the Logistics and Warehousing functions, working closely with the Head of Logistics to ensure a fully integrated approach. Oversight of import & export compliance for the UK operation. Returns Develop and implement a process to track product returns and evaluate underlying issues. Ensure minimal cost exposure through proactive, solution-based problem solving. Monitor and identify risks and areas for improvement within the returns process. Provide actionable solutions that optimize effectiveness and reduce operational inefficiencies. Procurement and vendor management Ensure the supply of high-quality materials to meet production and service requirements. Negotiate favourable Service Level Agreement (SLA) terms with external suppliers. Maintain strong vendor relationships through both the parent company and external providers. Develop Supply Chain resilience to maintain high service levels across all product lines Process With a focus on getting to root cause and reducing waste, analyse data to identify process improvements, bottlenecks and opportunities to improve supply chain networks. Establish and monitor KPI's and overall performance targets Emphasising 'value add' reduce costs and improve efficiency aligning to KPI objectives and targets. Identify potential supply chain disruptions and risks and implement mitigating strategies to minimise cost impacts and supply delay. Management responsibilities: Leadership of the Supply Chain function with full accountability for the team and its output Ensure the Company's Cultural values are maintained and upheld, setting the example, leading with empathy and positivity with a nurturing and encouraging approach Empathetic and Emotionally Intelligent approach to Management Progression of training and development of personnel within the area of responsibility Undertake Appraisals, set objectives, identify training requirements and ensure these are followed through. Development of the team to ensure succession planning giving everyone opportunity to grow and develop Ensure staffing levels, productivity and output is maintained during periods of absence and busy periods Deliver a performance-orientated and motivating work environment for all employees Participate in operational activities and demonstrate strong leadership skills through leading by example Liaison with HR for employee relations, disciplinary, grievance, performance and capability matters. Training: Development of the team to ensure succession planning and giving all opportunity to grow and develop Maintain training matrix to ensure adequate training and competency to ensure operational flexibility Ensuring fulfilment of the onboarding process and completion of the induction and training Monitoring staff performance and progress and identifying training requirements Development: To lead strong communications within other sectors of business to ensure smooth operation Development of material and resource planning systems, processes and software to improve performance, profitability, and service levels within the function and across the business Management of related company projects to ensure timely completion Develop and implement an overall Supply Chain strategy aligned with business goals and stakeholder requirements Work collaboratively across multiple business areas, including Purchasing, Sales Order Processing, Logistics, Technical and External Sales teams. Partner with Product Management to build a cohesive, integrated, effective and efficient Supply Chain Strategy. Extensive experience within Supply Chain environment at a senior level Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to align to organisational approach (minimum 5 years experience within similar environment) Excellent analytical, problem solving and organisational skills Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects Strong organisational abilities with strict attention to detail Strong communication skills with the ability to influence Planning and quality management abilities Advanced knowledge of ERP software Awareness of transportation limitations and regulations including Import & Export. Ability to contribute strategically to organisational goals Motivated, driven and dedication to deliver and maintain high standards of service Strong analytical and negotiation skills Lean Six Sigma, Lead Auditor or similar experience in Continuous improvement Degree in Supply chain or other relevant subject, professional development qualifications in supply chain or sufficient breadth and depth of experience to be able to operate at the right level This job specification is non-exhaustive and subject to change as the If you love being genuinely empowered to deliver great results through collaboratively engaging the wider organisation on a journey of continuous improvement, then look no further . Teamwork is the essence of what we do and that means everyone brings something unique to the table that makes the team greater than the sum of its parts. The Operations team at Bauder, from Sales Processing to Delivery, from Purchasing to Warehousing we ensure that the great work that our Sales & Technical teams create is delivered where and when it's needed. We are here to underpin the organisations success and aim to deliver the high standards that our customers have come to expect. Part of that success is our broader support on Business Excellence, Management Systems, Health and Safety and Facilities Management. Being part of the Operations Leadership team means an opportunity to help build on an already successful business to ensure we continue to achieve great results for many years to come.
Do you have a proven track record in operations, production, or general management? Scotland's premier commercial wrapping company, have an opportunity for a General Manager to lead our day-to-day operations, coach our talented team, and work closely with the Directors to deliver their next phase of growth. What's in it for you? Continuous professional development and access to manufacturer-led training programmes. A dynamic and professional team environment , built on trust, pride, and a shared commitment to excellence. A large, modern, purpose-built facility equipped to support best-practice installations and efficient operations. Competitive salary package , with potential for performance-related incentives. Behind our success is a close-knit team that lives our values of Supportiveness, Respectfulness, Flexibility, Integrity, and Loyalty . These shape how we work, collaborate, and deliver - for our customers and for each other. We'd love to hear from you if you: Have a proven track record in operations, production, or general management - ideally within manufacturing, graphics, or installation environments. Are an emotionally intelligent leader who knows how to hold people accountable while maintaining engagement and morale. Lead through coaching - developing capability and confidence in others rather than relying on control. Possess strong commercial and strategic judgement, balancing quality with profitability. Are calm, adaptable, and self-aware - able to read the dynamics of a team and adjust your approach accordingly. Communicate clearly, build trust quickly, and thrive in a collaborative environment. About the Role This is a key leadership role - ideal for someone who combines strong operational experience with commercial awareness and the ability to bring out the best in others. You'll lead and support our four department heads (Installation, Production, Design, and Admin), ensuring each area works seamlessly together to deliver projects efficiently, profitably, and to the exceptional standards our clients expect. You'll act as the link between strategy and delivery - balancing a hands-on understanding of operations with the leadership skills to coach, mentor, and empower your team. This role is central to strengthening our structure and scalability as we continue to grow - bringing focus, alignment, and leadership to an ambitious and dynamic business. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop, and mentor department heads, creating clarity, accountability, and alignment across all operational areas. Partner with Directors to translate strategic objectives into operational plans and measurable outcomes. Oversee workflow, scheduling, and quality control to ensure efficiency, profitability, and customer satisfaction. Drive operational improvements and innovation while maintaining a collaborative, people-first culture. Monitor performance, budgets, and KPIs to identify opportunities for growth and improvement. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards, leading by example in promoting a proactive safety culture. Support open communication between departments and ensure smooth coordination from production to installation. About Us We are Scotland's leading commercial vehicle wrapping company, recognised nationally for our exceptional quality, outstanding customer care, and commitment to excellence. We operate from a purpose-built facility in Hamilton , delivering premium wrap solutions across Scotland and the UK. As an award-winning and accredited company (Avery and Arlon approved) , we pride ourselves on craftsmanship, professionalism, and setting the highest industry standards. Next Steps If this sounds like the next step in your career - leading a skilled, passionate team in a business that's growing, evolving, and values people as much as performance - we'd love to hear from you. if shortlisted, you may be asked to complete a short video interview by our agent Hiring People. please be sure to check your junk/spam
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Do you have a proven track record in operations, production, or general management? Scotland's premier commercial wrapping company, have an opportunity for a General Manager to lead our day-to-day operations, coach our talented team, and work closely with the Directors to deliver their next phase of growth. What's in it for you? Continuous professional development and access to manufacturer-led training programmes. A dynamic and professional team environment , built on trust, pride, and a shared commitment to excellence. A large, modern, purpose-built facility equipped to support best-practice installations and efficient operations. Competitive salary package , with potential for performance-related incentives. Behind our success is a close-knit team that lives our values of Supportiveness, Respectfulness, Flexibility, Integrity, and Loyalty . These shape how we work, collaborate, and deliver - for our customers and for each other. We'd love to hear from you if you: Have a proven track record in operations, production, or general management - ideally within manufacturing, graphics, or installation environments. Are an emotionally intelligent leader who knows how to hold people accountable while maintaining engagement and morale. Lead through coaching - developing capability and confidence in others rather than relying on control. Possess strong commercial and strategic judgement, balancing quality with profitability. Are calm, adaptable, and self-aware - able to read the dynamics of a team and adjust your approach accordingly. Communicate clearly, build trust quickly, and thrive in a collaborative environment. About the Role This is a key leadership role - ideal for someone who combines strong operational experience with commercial awareness and the ability to bring out the best in others. You'll lead and support our four department heads (Installation, Production, Design, and Admin), ensuring each area works seamlessly together to deliver projects efficiently, profitably, and to the exceptional standards our clients expect. You'll act as the link between strategy and delivery - balancing a hands-on understanding of operations with the leadership skills to coach, mentor, and empower your team. This role is central to strengthening our structure and scalability as we continue to grow - bringing focus, alignment, and leadership to an ambitious and dynamic business. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop, and mentor department heads, creating clarity, accountability, and alignment across all operational areas. Partner with Directors to translate strategic objectives into operational plans and measurable outcomes. Oversee workflow, scheduling, and quality control to ensure efficiency, profitability, and customer satisfaction. Drive operational improvements and innovation while maintaining a collaborative, people-first culture. Monitor performance, budgets, and KPIs to identify opportunities for growth and improvement. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards, leading by example in promoting a proactive safety culture. Support open communication between departments and ensure smooth coordination from production to installation. About Us We are Scotland's leading commercial vehicle wrapping company, recognised nationally for our exceptional quality, outstanding customer care, and commitment to excellence. We operate from a purpose-built facility in Hamilton , delivering premium wrap solutions across Scotland and the UK. As an award-winning and accredited company (Avery and Arlon approved) , we pride ourselves on craftsmanship, professionalism, and setting the highest industry standards. Next Steps If this sounds like the next step in your career - leading a skilled, passionate team in a business that's growing, evolving, and values people as much as performance - we'd love to hear from you. if shortlisted, you may be asked to complete a short video interview by our agent Hiring People. please be sure to check your junk/spam
Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
Bangor, County Down
A leading healthcare technology company seeks a Head of Operations to lead their diagnostics site in Bangor, UK. This role requires expertise in developing and executing strategies for immunoassay platforms, managing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in diagnostics manufacturing and a strong background in process optimisation and project management. Join a collaborative environment where you can make a substantive impact on healthcare innovation.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
A leading healthcare technology company seeks a Head of Operations to lead their diagnostics site in Bangor, UK. This role requires expertise in developing and executing strategies for immunoassay platforms, managing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in diagnostics manufacturing and a strong background in process optimisation and project management. Join a collaborative environment where you can make a substantive impact on healthcare innovation.
Contract: Full-time and permanent - onsite Sector: Biotechnology and gene therapy Salary: c£70,000 - £90,000 depending on experience and interview performance Our client is an innovative biotechnology company based outside of the centre of Cambridge. They have built a platform to synthesise DNA, providing exciting possibilities for ensuring cheaper, faster and more accurate DNA / gene constructs than traditional plasmid-based methods. In a key phase of their growth, our client is looking to expand their Quality Assurance team by hiring a Head of Quality (reporting to the VP of Quality). If you are an experienced QA Lead within the biotech MSAT and CMC GMP sector, this may be an opportunity of interest. The Opportunity This is an opportunity for a proven Quality Assurance leader with 5+ years' of management experience within a biotechnology / gene therapy / cell therapy GMP setting. You will have experience in CMC, MSAT and tech transfer to manufacturing. This role will involve the following: Managing the Quality Operations team, including a QA Manager and other staff members. Taking ownership of Quality Assurance operations for all CMC, MSAT and manufacturing functions of the business. You will also develop and implement new quality initiatives to ensure smooth transition of products from R&D to manufacturing. Acting as point of contact for clients with respect to GMP quality and FDA / EU regulatory related queries. This will be a client facing position. Supporting external quality audits and leading internal audits for quality processes. Overseeing and managing the GMP QMS, designing and implementing new processes; alongside promoting best practices and suggesting improvements. Training of staff within the Quality Operations team. Skills and Experience Needed The ideal candidate will have the following: BSc / MSc / PhD in a life science discipline (essential, or equivalent experience) Must have several years of experience in leading Quality Operations (leading both teams and operations) for a biotechnology / cell therapy / gene therapy organisation. Must have the mentality to mentor and grow employees within the team (essential) Expert knowledge of GMP quality for biotechnology or gene therapy operations built over many years' experience (essential) Must have proven experience in Quality assurance for Chemistry Manufacturing Control (CMC) and Manufacturing, Science & Technology (MSAT) and Tech Transfer + Process Development operations (essential) Experience in creating, maintaining and updating a Quality Management System (QMS) and relevant documents including deviation investigation, CAPAs, change control, non-conformance etc (essential) Understanding of regulatory requirements for APIs in drug development (MHRA, FDA etc) (essential) High attention to detail, the drive to be a complete finisher and highly organised (essential) Must have full, long-term right to work in the UK (essential) The Package As an up-and-coming Cambridge Biotech, our client is able to offer a competitive salary, progression options and benefits package including private pension and share incentives. To Apply If you would like to apply to this opportunity, please send a copy of your CV to Charlie Cox at - alternatively, please call Charlie on .
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
Contract: Full-time and permanent - onsite Sector: Biotechnology and gene therapy Salary: c£70,000 - £90,000 depending on experience and interview performance Our client is an innovative biotechnology company based outside of the centre of Cambridge. They have built a platform to synthesise DNA, providing exciting possibilities for ensuring cheaper, faster and more accurate DNA / gene constructs than traditional plasmid-based methods. In a key phase of their growth, our client is looking to expand their Quality Assurance team by hiring a Head of Quality (reporting to the VP of Quality). If you are an experienced QA Lead within the biotech MSAT and CMC GMP sector, this may be an opportunity of interest. The Opportunity This is an opportunity for a proven Quality Assurance leader with 5+ years' of management experience within a biotechnology / gene therapy / cell therapy GMP setting. You will have experience in CMC, MSAT and tech transfer to manufacturing. This role will involve the following: Managing the Quality Operations team, including a QA Manager and other staff members. Taking ownership of Quality Assurance operations for all CMC, MSAT and manufacturing functions of the business. You will also develop and implement new quality initiatives to ensure smooth transition of products from R&D to manufacturing. Acting as point of contact for clients with respect to GMP quality and FDA / EU regulatory related queries. This will be a client facing position. Supporting external quality audits and leading internal audits for quality processes. Overseeing and managing the GMP QMS, designing and implementing new processes; alongside promoting best practices and suggesting improvements. Training of staff within the Quality Operations team. Skills and Experience Needed The ideal candidate will have the following: BSc / MSc / PhD in a life science discipline (essential, or equivalent experience) Must have several years of experience in leading Quality Operations (leading both teams and operations) for a biotechnology / cell therapy / gene therapy organisation. Must have the mentality to mentor and grow employees within the team (essential) Expert knowledge of GMP quality for biotechnology or gene therapy operations built over many years' experience (essential) Must have proven experience in Quality assurance for Chemistry Manufacturing Control (CMC) and Manufacturing, Science & Technology (MSAT) and Tech Transfer + Process Development operations (essential) Experience in creating, maintaining and updating a Quality Management System (QMS) and relevant documents including deviation investigation, CAPAs, change control, non-conformance etc (essential) Understanding of regulatory requirements for APIs in drug development (MHRA, FDA etc) (essential) High attention to detail, the drive to be a complete finisher and highly organised (essential) Must have full, long-term right to work in the UK (essential) The Package As an up-and-coming Cambridge Biotech, our client is able to offer a competitive salary, progression options and benefits package including private pension and share incentives. To Apply If you would like to apply to this opportunity, please send a copy of your CV to Charlie Cox at - alternatively, please call Charlie on .