Your new company Working for a renowned financial services organisation. Your new role The Database Engineer is responsible for designing, building, optimizing, and maintaining database systems that are secure, reliable, and scalable. This role involves supporting and mentoring the operational database team by promoting best practices, driving automation, and introducing innovative technologies and approaches. The engineer will take ownership of operational requirements and ensure that any changes to standards and processes are implemented consistently across the organization. Beyond hands-on technical responsibilities, the position requires active participation in project meetings, planning sessions, and related activities under the guidance of project managers. Developing expertise in containerized database technologies, if not already acquired, will be essential for success in this role. What you'll need to succeed Oracle accredited certification or equivalent hands-on enterprise Oracle expertise. Strong expertise with Oracle databases (19c/23c) - Install, configure, upgrade. Strong SQL/PLSQL, RMAN, Data Guard, ASM, OEM. Scripting experience using either shell scripting, YAML or Python to support automation, monitoring, integration, and operational tooling. Proven determination and ability to automate database build, deployment, configuration, and operational tasks using Ansible or equivalent automation and configuration-management tools. Solid troubleshooting and performance tuning experience. Proficient in containerisation and platform technologies, including containers and OpenShift, with a solid understanding of how PostgreSQL workloads Collaborate closely with project teams to support database-related deliverables, including design input, implementation, testing, and successful handover into BAU operations. Work in partnership with production colleagues (DBAs, infrastructure, application support, and DevOps teams) to ensure system stability, rapid incident resolution, and continuous service improvement What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Mar 26, 2026
Contractor
Your new company Working for a renowned financial services organisation. Your new role The Database Engineer is responsible for designing, building, optimizing, and maintaining database systems that are secure, reliable, and scalable. This role involves supporting and mentoring the operational database team by promoting best practices, driving automation, and introducing innovative technologies and approaches. The engineer will take ownership of operational requirements and ensure that any changes to standards and processes are implemented consistently across the organization. Beyond hands-on technical responsibilities, the position requires active participation in project meetings, planning sessions, and related activities under the guidance of project managers. Developing expertise in containerized database technologies, if not already acquired, will be essential for success in this role. What you'll need to succeed Oracle accredited certification or equivalent hands-on enterprise Oracle expertise. Strong expertise with Oracle databases (19c/23c) - Install, configure, upgrade. Strong SQL/PLSQL, RMAN, Data Guard, ASM, OEM. Scripting experience using either shell scripting, YAML or Python to support automation, monitoring, integration, and operational tooling. Proven determination and ability to automate database build, deployment, configuration, and operational tasks using Ansible or equivalent automation and configuration-management tools. Solid troubleshooting and performance tuning experience. Proficient in containerisation and platform technologies, including containers and OpenShift, with a solid understanding of how PostgreSQL workloads Collaborate closely with project teams to support database-related deliverables, including design input, implementation, testing, and successful handover into BAU operations. Work in partnership with production colleagues (DBAs, infrastructure, application support, and DevOps teams) to ensure system stability, rapid incident resolution, and continuous service improvement What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Senior Project Manager (Electrical Systems) - Redcar Locations Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland, Stockton-on-Tees Job Description Do you want to be at the forefront of one of the world's most ambitious sustainability initiatives? Balfour Beatty have created iconic buildings and infrastructure all over the world over the past 115 years redefining excellence and setting the industry benchmark with every project. As a result, alongside several consortium partners; Balfour Beatty have been selected by bp (British Petroleum) to construct a first-of-a-kind fully integrated gas-fired power station with carbon capture and storage which is a key driving force behind plans to make Teesside the UK's first decarbonised industrial cluster. Balfour Beatty is seeking a dynamicSenior Project Manager (Electrical Systems)to contribute to theNet Zero Teesside(NZT) project based at our site in Redcar and Cleveland. Core Manage the project team designers and supply chain to deliver projects to time, cost, and quality targets and standards Specialist systems design development, integration and approvals in accordance with project and current industry standards Overall responsibility for the successful completion of the section or works/overall project and to lead by example, managing the day-to-day delivery of construction projects Ensure site records are accurately maintained and available Ensure all team members are fully inducted and carry out role specific requirements, identifying opportunities for improvement Lead and motivate the team and manage performance, undertaking training/ coaching as appropriate Draw up and monitor short term programmes Maintain accurate progress records Deliver regular Toolbox Talks and positively engage the team Awareness of budget, cost control and cost recovery, ensuring that expenditure is in line with the contract budget and that resources are utilised efficiently Live the Balfour Beatty Values Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm Support the delivery of CSUK's Sustainability activities Health Safety & Environmental Responsible for the safety and welfare of the general public, staff and supply chain within area of control under the strict observance of the safety policy and in conjunction with local HSE Carry out periodic Safety & Environment Tours as required by the Project H & S Plan Identify and implement improvement options and lead action / instigate as appropriate Lead periodic risk reviews and present to the Project Risk Register, and recommend changes Monitor effectiveness of the H & S Management System Keep up to date with changes in legislation and cascade information to the team Production Control Manage sub-contractors, including monitoring of contractor attendance and progress, providing direct instruction and support as necessary, such that contractual arrangements are achieved Produce and regularly review the project programme to ensure completion on time under the supervision of a Project Manager Ensure that detailed plans are available commensurate with the overall project plan, such that material/resources/supply chain can be delivered to meet scheduled deadlines Quality Maintain targets and KPI's in line with Project objectives and monitor performance Ensure site audits are undertaken and take appropriate action on the findings Proactively implement systems and processes to manage the quality of the contractor design & constructive works Lead working groups focused on Improvement Areas Productivity Carry out constructive analysis of fully resourced programme and report findings Manage sub-contractor performance based on KPI's Ensure production of operational target programmes to reflect overall construction programme Liaise with Senior Project team to keep fully aware of project progress and ensure that all additional work is identified and notification of all potential opportunities and financial, specification and time risks Lead weekly team meetings to review performance on site Appreciate the commercial implications and drivers within the construction process and incorporate these into decision making, working closely with the project's Surveyor The following qualities/experience are essential: Core The ability to communicate effectively is required to manage customer relationships, in addition to strong planning and organisation skills to deliver operational excellence and efficiency A successful track record in managing specialist contractor design and operational delivery within a construction environment Able to clearly communicate the requirements of a safe system of work to ensure that these are followed accurately, and experience in implementing systems improvements Capable of taking ownership of tasks and communicating outcomes with clarity; experienced at encouraging direct reports to do the same and managing a team to ensure tasks are carried out effectively and key messages cascaded Ability to work under pressure to deadlines, and a flexible attitude towards work in order to deal with a variable and demanding workload CSCS Card and SMSTS qualified Excellent team player and team leader, able to work competently and independently without supervision Able and willing to make decisions following consideration of options based on best available information; track record of solution orientated approach to resolve issues Excellent communication skills with good interpersonal and influencing skills Ability to confidently deliver presentations Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (MS Word, Excel) Excellent role model for team and demonstrates required behaviours to align to business, project and team objectives Is a self-starter who can manage their own time Strong leadership and management skills, with experience of managing a multi-disciplined team Health Safety & Environmental Understands method statements and can coach others in document production Understands and can guide others in the principles of Accident / Incident Investigation Good working knowledge of current H & S legislation Proficient in the application of H&S management Quality Understands the Organisational Business Management Systems and processes Clear understanding and experience of the requirements for handover and self-certification of the works Commercial Used to setting and successfully managing targets in line with budget Able to produce a realistic programme and proactively track progress Able to identify elements for cost recovery from others and guide team members in maintaining project records Understand the relevant Contract terms and conditions for each project The following qualities/experience are desirable: Experience of working on a variety of project types Temporary Works awareness/experience Holds a relevant formal qualification or is pursuing one Holds a current driving license Our people are our biggest asset and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level. Some of our key benefits are: An attractive/negotiated salary; 25 days annual leave + bank holidays; Company car if applicable; Pension savings schemes; Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies; Access to our Refer and Earn scheme; Discretionary annual salary reviews Balfour Beatty's Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK's most complex and iconic infrastructure projects. Using the latest technology, we're driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities. From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully. Diversity and inclusion At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit:
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Senior Project Manager (Electrical Systems) - Redcar Locations Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland, Stockton-on-Tees Job Description Do you want to be at the forefront of one of the world's most ambitious sustainability initiatives? Balfour Beatty have created iconic buildings and infrastructure all over the world over the past 115 years redefining excellence and setting the industry benchmark with every project. As a result, alongside several consortium partners; Balfour Beatty have been selected by bp (British Petroleum) to construct a first-of-a-kind fully integrated gas-fired power station with carbon capture and storage which is a key driving force behind plans to make Teesside the UK's first decarbonised industrial cluster. Balfour Beatty is seeking a dynamicSenior Project Manager (Electrical Systems)to contribute to theNet Zero Teesside(NZT) project based at our site in Redcar and Cleveland. Core Manage the project team designers and supply chain to deliver projects to time, cost, and quality targets and standards Specialist systems design development, integration and approvals in accordance with project and current industry standards Overall responsibility for the successful completion of the section or works/overall project and to lead by example, managing the day-to-day delivery of construction projects Ensure site records are accurately maintained and available Ensure all team members are fully inducted and carry out role specific requirements, identifying opportunities for improvement Lead and motivate the team and manage performance, undertaking training/ coaching as appropriate Draw up and monitor short term programmes Maintain accurate progress records Deliver regular Toolbox Talks and positively engage the team Awareness of budget, cost control and cost recovery, ensuring that expenditure is in line with the contract budget and that resources are utilised efficiently Live the Balfour Beatty Values Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm Support the delivery of CSUK's Sustainability activities Health Safety & Environmental Responsible for the safety and welfare of the general public, staff and supply chain within area of control under the strict observance of the safety policy and in conjunction with local HSE Carry out periodic Safety & Environment Tours as required by the Project H & S Plan Identify and implement improvement options and lead action / instigate as appropriate Lead periodic risk reviews and present to the Project Risk Register, and recommend changes Monitor effectiveness of the H & S Management System Keep up to date with changes in legislation and cascade information to the team Production Control Manage sub-contractors, including monitoring of contractor attendance and progress, providing direct instruction and support as necessary, such that contractual arrangements are achieved Produce and regularly review the project programme to ensure completion on time under the supervision of a Project Manager Ensure that detailed plans are available commensurate with the overall project plan, such that material/resources/supply chain can be delivered to meet scheduled deadlines Quality Maintain targets and KPI's in line with Project objectives and monitor performance Ensure site audits are undertaken and take appropriate action on the findings Proactively implement systems and processes to manage the quality of the contractor design & constructive works Lead working groups focused on Improvement Areas Productivity Carry out constructive analysis of fully resourced programme and report findings Manage sub-contractor performance based on KPI's Ensure production of operational target programmes to reflect overall construction programme Liaise with Senior Project team to keep fully aware of project progress and ensure that all additional work is identified and notification of all potential opportunities and financial, specification and time risks Lead weekly team meetings to review performance on site Appreciate the commercial implications and drivers within the construction process and incorporate these into decision making, working closely with the project's Surveyor The following qualities/experience are essential: Core The ability to communicate effectively is required to manage customer relationships, in addition to strong planning and organisation skills to deliver operational excellence and efficiency A successful track record in managing specialist contractor design and operational delivery within a construction environment Able to clearly communicate the requirements of a safe system of work to ensure that these are followed accurately, and experience in implementing systems improvements Capable of taking ownership of tasks and communicating outcomes with clarity; experienced at encouraging direct reports to do the same and managing a team to ensure tasks are carried out effectively and key messages cascaded Ability to work under pressure to deadlines, and a flexible attitude towards work in order to deal with a variable and demanding workload CSCS Card and SMSTS qualified Excellent team player and team leader, able to work competently and independently without supervision Able and willing to make decisions following consideration of options based on best available information; track record of solution orientated approach to resolve issues Excellent communication skills with good interpersonal and influencing skills Ability to confidently deliver presentations Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (MS Word, Excel) Excellent role model for team and demonstrates required behaviours to align to business, project and team objectives Is a self-starter who can manage their own time Strong leadership and management skills, with experience of managing a multi-disciplined team Health Safety & Environmental Understands method statements and can coach others in document production Understands and can guide others in the principles of Accident / Incident Investigation Good working knowledge of current H & S legislation Proficient in the application of H&S management Quality Understands the Organisational Business Management Systems and processes Clear understanding and experience of the requirements for handover and self-certification of the works Commercial Used to setting and successfully managing targets in line with budget Able to produce a realistic programme and proactively track progress Able to identify elements for cost recovery from others and guide team members in maintaining project records Understand the relevant Contract terms and conditions for each project The following qualities/experience are desirable: Experience of working on a variety of project types Temporary Works awareness/experience Holds a relevant formal qualification or is pursuing one Holds a current driving license Our people are our biggest asset and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level. Some of our key benefits are: An attractive/negotiated salary; 25 days annual leave + bank holidays; Company car if applicable; Pension savings schemes; Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies; Access to our Refer and Earn scheme; Discretionary annual salary reviews Balfour Beatty's Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK's most complex and iconic infrastructure projects. Using the latest technology, we're driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities. From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully. Diversity and inclusion At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit:
Senior Civil EngineerOxfordshireSalary: £50,000 - £60,000 Are you a Senior Civil Engineer ready to lead quality projects, shape design standards and build strong client relationships in Oxfordshire? This Senior Civil Engineer opportunity is with a leading consultancy known for high standards, collaborative working and varied development infrastructure schemes. Based in Oxfordshire, the Senior Civil Engineer will work with a regional team on highways, drainage and infrastructure projects across the South East and beyond. This Senior Civil Engineer role offers the chance to combine technical delivery, project leadership and mentoring within a supportive multidisciplinary environment. Key responsibilities Manage and deliver civil engineering projects to programme and budget Lead highways, drainage and infrastructure designs using 3D software Ensure designs comply with current standards, legislation and regulations Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers Liaise with clients, contractors and internal teams through all project stages Support consultancy growth through strong delivery and client engagement Candidate requirements Degree in Civil Engineering Strong experience in highways, drainage or infrastructure design Proven project management capability from concept to completion Excellent communication and leadership skills Proactive and collaborative approach The Senior Civil Engineer role offers hybrid flexibility, strong project variety, career progression and a salary of £50,000 - £60,000 plus benefits. This Senior Civil Engineer position will suit someone ready to lead, mentor others and make a visible impact. Eligibility to Apply Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Senior Civil EngineerOxfordshireSalary: £50,000 - £60,000 Are you a Senior Civil Engineer ready to lead quality projects, shape design standards and build strong client relationships in Oxfordshire? This Senior Civil Engineer opportunity is with a leading consultancy known for high standards, collaborative working and varied development infrastructure schemes. Based in Oxfordshire, the Senior Civil Engineer will work with a regional team on highways, drainage and infrastructure projects across the South East and beyond. This Senior Civil Engineer role offers the chance to combine technical delivery, project leadership and mentoring within a supportive multidisciplinary environment. Key responsibilities Manage and deliver civil engineering projects to programme and budget Lead highways, drainage and infrastructure designs using 3D software Ensure designs comply with current standards, legislation and regulations Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers Liaise with clients, contractors and internal teams through all project stages Support consultancy growth through strong delivery and client engagement Candidate requirements Degree in Civil Engineering Strong experience in highways, drainage or infrastructure design Proven project management capability from concept to completion Excellent communication and leadership skills Proactive and collaborative approach The Senior Civil Engineer role offers hybrid flexibility, strong project variety, career progression and a salary of £50,000 - £60,000 plus benefits. This Senior Civil Engineer position will suit someone ready to lead, mentor others and make a visible impact. Eligibility to Apply Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Civil EngineerLiverpoolSalary: £35,000 - £45,000 Ready to build your career with a Civil Engineer role that offers project variety, autonomy and a clear path for progression? This Civil Engineer opportunity is with a leading consultancy in Liverpool that is growing steadily and investing in its team. The Civil Engineer will join a friendly, technically strong office delivering development and infrastructure projects across the region. For a Civil Engineer who wants hands-on involvement, client exposure and the chance to take ownership, this is an excellent next step. Key responsibilities Manage civil engineering projects from concept through to delivery Liaise with clients and provide technically robust, commercially aware solutions Prepare and review designs, drawings and reports Support Section Agreements including S278, S38, S185 and S104 Use AutoCAD, Civil 3D, InfoDrainage or similar software Maintain a hands-on role across design, project management and site delivery Work closely with a skilled team to deliver high-quality outcomes Candidate requirements Minimum 3 years of experience in a UK civil engineering consultancy Proven client liaison and project management experience Practical knowledge of S278, S38, S185 and S104 agreements Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, InfoDrainage or similar software Strong communication, presentation and organisational skills Proactive attitude and clear ambition to progress as a Civil Engineer The Civil Engineer role offers hybrid working, strong career progression, varied projects and a salary of £35,000 - £45,000 plus benefits. Eligibility to Apply Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Civil EngineerLiverpoolSalary: £35,000 - £45,000 Ready to build your career with a Civil Engineer role that offers project variety, autonomy and a clear path for progression? This Civil Engineer opportunity is with a leading consultancy in Liverpool that is growing steadily and investing in its team. The Civil Engineer will join a friendly, technically strong office delivering development and infrastructure projects across the region. For a Civil Engineer who wants hands-on involvement, client exposure and the chance to take ownership, this is an excellent next step. Key responsibilities Manage civil engineering projects from concept through to delivery Liaise with clients and provide technically robust, commercially aware solutions Prepare and review designs, drawings and reports Support Section Agreements including S278, S38, S185 and S104 Use AutoCAD, Civil 3D, InfoDrainage or similar software Maintain a hands-on role across design, project management and site delivery Work closely with a skilled team to deliver high-quality outcomes Candidate requirements Minimum 3 years of experience in a UK civil engineering consultancy Proven client liaison and project management experience Practical knowledge of S278, S38, S185 and S104 agreements Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, InfoDrainage or similar software Strong communication, presentation and organisational skills Proactive attitude and clear ambition to progress as a Civil Engineer The Civil Engineer role offers hybrid working, strong career progression, varied projects and a salary of £35,000 - £45,000 plus benefits. Eligibility to Apply Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Underground Utility Services Surveyor Salary: £40,000 £45,000 per annum Full-time, Permanent Monday Friday (8am 5pm) The Company Our client being one of the leading Land / Engineering Surveying companies in the UK, specialising in construction-based projects and providing Surveying, Setting out, Structural Monitoring, and Utility Surveys. They pride themselves on the quality of their service, which is delivered by their 120 strong trained professional team of Surveyors and CAD Specialists and utilising the latest technology, state of the art electronic surveying equipment with innovative computer software solutions. The Role Our client is looking to recruit an Experienced Utility Surveyor to work within this expanding department within the company. The Candidate The person that they are looking for will be able to demonstrate a knowledgeable background in Utility Surveying and be able to demonstrate past relevant experience. You will also have: Minimum of 3 years' experience in the utility mapping industry. Strong practical knowledge and operation of EML, GPR, GPS, and Total Stations. Excellent understanding of utility infrastructure and PAS128 survey methodologies. Committed to mentoring, supporting, and leading a team of Surveyors. Flexibility to work occasional night shifts across the South East of England. NVQ Level 3 or 5 in Utility Mapping. Proven track record in delivering high-quality utility surveys consistently over time. Able to show initiative, work accurately, be reliable and have good communication skills. Have the appropriate right to work in the UK documentation. They re an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered for employment without prejudice. Our Client Offers: Highly competitive salary dependent upon qualifications and experience, and reviewed on a bi-annual basis. Generous additional overtime payments for evening, night and weekend working, although limited requirement. 28 days paid holiday, inclusive of Bank and Public Holidays. Travel expenses contribution towards daily travel to work expenses. Known location and schedule primarily London based, thereby no short notice for working throughout the country. Very generous Staying Away Allowance in addition to Accommodation and Subsistence payments, a generous Staying Away Allowance is payable in recognition of any inconvenience. Professional development they contribute towards annual membership fees and look to ensure the required experience for progression within the professional institutions is gained.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Underground Utility Services Surveyor Salary: £40,000 £45,000 per annum Full-time, Permanent Monday Friday (8am 5pm) The Company Our client being one of the leading Land / Engineering Surveying companies in the UK, specialising in construction-based projects and providing Surveying, Setting out, Structural Monitoring, and Utility Surveys. They pride themselves on the quality of their service, which is delivered by their 120 strong trained professional team of Surveyors and CAD Specialists and utilising the latest technology, state of the art electronic surveying equipment with innovative computer software solutions. The Role Our client is looking to recruit an Experienced Utility Surveyor to work within this expanding department within the company. The Candidate The person that they are looking for will be able to demonstrate a knowledgeable background in Utility Surveying and be able to demonstrate past relevant experience. You will also have: Minimum of 3 years' experience in the utility mapping industry. Strong practical knowledge and operation of EML, GPR, GPS, and Total Stations. Excellent understanding of utility infrastructure and PAS128 survey methodologies. Committed to mentoring, supporting, and leading a team of Surveyors. Flexibility to work occasional night shifts across the South East of England. NVQ Level 3 or 5 in Utility Mapping. Proven track record in delivering high-quality utility surveys consistently over time. Able to show initiative, work accurately, be reliable and have good communication skills. Have the appropriate right to work in the UK documentation. They re an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered for employment without prejudice. Our Client Offers: Highly competitive salary dependent upon qualifications and experience, and reviewed on a bi-annual basis. Generous additional overtime payments for evening, night and weekend working, although limited requirement. 28 days paid holiday, inclusive of Bank and Public Holidays. Travel expenses contribution towards daily travel to work expenses. Known location and schedule primarily London based, thereby no short notice for working throughout the country. Very generous Staying Away Allowance in addition to Accommodation and Subsistence payments, a generous Staying Away Allowance is payable in recognition of any inconvenience. Professional development they contribute towards annual membership fees and look to ensure the required experience for progression within the professional institutions is gained.
CAD Technician 32,000 - 37,000 + Training + Company Benefits Colchester (Commutable from: Ipswich, Harwich, Clacton-on-Sea, Braintree) Are you a CAD Technician with experience producing 2D/3D drawings, looking for a stable role where you can develop your skills and work on varied technical projects? On offer is the opportunity to join a well-established specialist business where you will receive on-the-job training, work closely with a small CAD team, and play a key role supporting projects from design through to fabrication and installation. This growing company operates within the infrastructure sector, delivering specialist solutions for major projects across the UK. With a strong reputation and long-standing industry relationships, they are looking to strengthen their team with an additional CAD Technician. On offer is a varied role where you will create and issue technical drawings for projects, liaise with internal teams and client CAD departments, and produce fabrication drawings for workshop use. You will also support sales teams with prototype drawings and ensure all work meets internal quality standards and relevant regulations. This role would suit a CAD Technician with AutoCAD experience and a background in rail, steel, or similar industries, looking for long-term stability and the opportunity to develop within a growing company. The Role: Produce accurate 2D & 3D CAD drawings for technical and fabrication use. Liaise with clients and internal teams to ensure drawings meet project specifications. Support projects from design through to manufacturing and installation. The Candidate: CAD Technician experience with strong AutoCAD skills. Background in rail, steel or similar technical industry. Organised and detail-focused, able to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed) To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Sagar Sherchan at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
CAD Technician 32,000 - 37,000 + Training + Company Benefits Colchester (Commutable from: Ipswich, Harwich, Clacton-on-Sea, Braintree) Are you a CAD Technician with experience producing 2D/3D drawings, looking for a stable role where you can develop your skills and work on varied technical projects? On offer is the opportunity to join a well-established specialist business where you will receive on-the-job training, work closely with a small CAD team, and play a key role supporting projects from design through to fabrication and installation. This growing company operates within the infrastructure sector, delivering specialist solutions for major projects across the UK. With a strong reputation and long-standing industry relationships, they are looking to strengthen their team with an additional CAD Technician. On offer is a varied role where you will create and issue technical drawings for projects, liaise with internal teams and client CAD departments, and produce fabrication drawings for workshop use. You will also support sales teams with prototype drawings and ensure all work meets internal quality standards and relevant regulations. This role would suit a CAD Technician with AutoCAD experience and a background in rail, steel, or similar industries, looking for long-term stability and the opportunity to develop within a growing company. The Role: Produce accurate 2D & 3D CAD drawings for technical and fabrication use. Liaise with clients and internal teams to ensure drawings meet project specifications. Support projects from design through to manufacturing and installation. The Candidate: CAD Technician experience with strong AutoCAD skills. Background in rail, steel or similar technical industry. Organised and detail-focused, able to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed) To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Sagar Sherchan at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
This is a newly created role for an IT Infrastructure Engineer to join a leading SME firm in the heart of Surrey. This role is paying £60,000 and offers hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home). To be considered for this IT Infrastructure Engineer role you will have a solid background with a wide variety of IT systems & hardware vendors, providing remote customer support & maintenance, and design & implementation services. As an experienced IT Infrastructure Engineer / IT Consultant, your skill set will include: Microsoft Azure cloud VMWare & HyperV virtualisation IBM iSeries & IBM Power Servers Veeam &/or Commvault Network switches, routers & firewalls Data Centre experience Working across the complete infrastructure you will be responsible for designing, configuring, monitoring, automating, storage & disaster recovery systems & hardware, this will also include Backup As A Service, Disaster Recovery As A Service, and Hosting As A Service. Working on an IT Service Desk in a small team of specialists you will provide remote customer support and remote data centre support to enterprise IBMi, Azure & VMWare environments. In addition to BAU support, you will also be responsible for scheduled OS upgrades, firmware upgrades, DR tests and Data Restore tests. Any further experience with enterprise storage systems such as IBM, PURE, EMC &/or HP; and replication & backup tools such as Commvault, Mimix, Maxava, &/or Q-EDD. Based in Central Surrey (with onsite parking) my client offers hybrid working of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home. Please note - there will be 1 week a month of on-call support where there is an additional weekly bonus for being on call + time & half / double pay for carrying out work. This role pays £60,000 and offers the chance to work with an impressive array of enterprise clients using the latest technologies. If you are an experienced infrastructure engineer with solid Microsoft Azure, IBM iSeries, IBM Power Servers, & VMWare skills, and you are looking for a new challenge please send me your CV immediately.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
This is a newly created role for an IT Infrastructure Engineer to join a leading SME firm in the heart of Surrey. This role is paying £60,000 and offers hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home). To be considered for this IT Infrastructure Engineer role you will have a solid background with a wide variety of IT systems & hardware vendors, providing remote customer support & maintenance, and design & implementation services. As an experienced IT Infrastructure Engineer / IT Consultant, your skill set will include: Microsoft Azure cloud VMWare & HyperV virtualisation IBM iSeries & IBM Power Servers Veeam &/or Commvault Network switches, routers & firewalls Data Centre experience Working across the complete infrastructure you will be responsible for designing, configuring, monitoring, automating, storage & disaster recovery systems & hardware, this will also include Backup As A Service, Disaster Recovery As A Service, and Hosting As A Service. Working on an IT Service Desk in a small team of specialists you will provide remote customer support and remote data centre support to enterprise IBMi, Azure & VMWare environments. In addition to BAU support, you will also be responsible for scheduled OS upgrades, firmware upgrades, DR tests and Data Restore tests. Any further experience with enterprise storage systems such as IBM, PURE, EMC &/or HP; and replication & backup tools such as Commvault, Mimix, Maxava, &/or Q-EDD. Based in Central Surrey (with onsite parking) my client offers hybrid working of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home. Please note - there will be 1 week a month of on-call support where there is an additional weekly bonus for being on call + time & half / double pay for carrying out work. This role pays £60,000 and offers the chance to work with an impressive array of enterprise clients using the latest technologies. If you are an experienced infrastructure engineer with solid Microsoft Azure, IBM iSeries, IBM Power Servers, & VMWare skills, and you are looking for a new challenge please send me your CV immediately.
Senior Civil EngineerBishops StortfordSalary: £50,000 - £60,000 Are you a Senior Civil Engineer ready to take real ownership of design delivery, mentor others and work on projects with genuine variety? This Senior Civil Engineer opportunity is with a leading consultancy in Bishops Stortford known for collaboration, sustainability and strong technical standards. The Senior Civil Engineer will join a well-established multidisciplinary team delivering highways, drainage and infrastructure schemes across the South East and beyond. For a Senior Civil Engineer who enjoys visible responsibility and a supportive culture, this is a strong next move. Key responsibilities Lead the design and delivery of highways, drainage and infrastructure schemes Coordinate with clients, architects and multidisciplinary teams Produce detailed designs using Civil 3D and related 3D modelling tools Ensure compliance with design standards, planning requirements and CDM 2015 Identify opportunities for sustainable design and value engineering Support bids, proposals and wider business development activity Mentor junior engineers and help maintain design quality Candidate requirements Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent Around 5 to 10 years of consultancy experience Strong Civil 3D and 3D modelling capability ICE membership, or clear progress toward it Strong communication and organisational skills The Senior Civil Engineer role offers hybrid flexibility, varied project exposure, career progression and a salary of £50,000 - £65,000 plus benefits. This Senior Civil Engineer position will suit someone ready to lead, support others and make a visible impact. Eligibility to Apply Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Senior Civil EngineerBishops StortfordSalary: £50,000 - £60,000 Are you a Senior Civil Engineer ready to take real ownership of design delivery, mentor others and work on projects with genuine variety? This Senior Civil Engineer opportunity is with a leading consultancy in Bishops Stortford known for collaboration, sustainability and strong technical standards. The Senior Civil Engineer will join a well-established multidisciplinary team delivering highways, drainage and infrastructure schemes across the South East and beyond. For a Senior Civil Engineer who enjoys visible responsibility and a supportive culture, this is a strong next move. Key responsibilities Lead the design and delivery of highways, drainage and infrastructure schemes Coordinate with clients, architects and multidisciplinary teams Produce detailed designs using Civil 3D and related 3D modelling tools Ensure compliance with design standards, planning requirements and CDM 2015 Identify opportunities for sustainable design and value engineering Support bids, proposals and wider business development activity Mentor junior engineers and help maintain design quality Candidate requirements Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent Around 5 to 10 years of consultancy experience Strong Civil 3D and 3D modelling capability ICE membership, or clear progress toward it Strong communication and organisational skills The Senior Civil Engineer role offers hybrid flexibility, varied project exposure, career progression and a salary of £50,000 - £65,000 plus benefits. This Senior Civil Engineer position will suit someone ready to lead, support others and make a visible impact. Eligibility to Apply Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
This is a newly created role for an IT Infrastructure Engineer to join a leading SME firm in the heart of Surrey. This role is paying £60,000 and offers hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home). To be considered for this IT Infrastructure Engineer role you will have a solid background with a wide variety of IT systems & hardware vendors, providing remote customer support & maintenance, and design & implementation services. As an experienced IT Infrastructure Engineer / IT Consultant, your skill set will include: Microsoft Azure cloud VMWare & HyperV virtualisation IBM iSeries & IBM Power Servers Veeam &/or Commvault Network switches, routers & firewalls Data Centre experience Working across the complete infrastructure you will be responsible for designing, configuring, monitoring, automating, storage & disaster recovery systems & hardware, this will also include Backup As A Service, Disaster Recovery As A Service, and Hosting As A Service. Working on an IT Service Desk in a small team of specialists you will provide remote customer support and remote data centre support to enterprise IBMi, Azure & VMWare environments. In addition to BAU support, you will also be responsible for scheduled OS upgrades, firmware upgrades, DR tests and Data Restore tests. Any further experience with enterprise storage systems such as IBM, PURE, EMC &/or HP; and replication & backup tools such as Commvault, Mimix, Maxava, &/or Q-EDD. Based in Central Surrey (with onsite parking) my client offers hybrid working of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home. Please note - there will be 1 week a month of on-call support where there is an additional weekly bonus for being on call + time & half / double pay for carrying out work. This role pays £60,000 and offers the chance to work with an impressive array of enterprise clients using the latest technologies. If you are an experienced infrastructure engineer with solid Microsoft Azure, IBM iSeries, IBM Power Servers, & VMWare skills, and you are looking for a new challenge please send me your CV immediately.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
This is a newly created role for an IT Infrastructure Engineer to join a leading SME firm in the heart of Surrey. This role is paying £60,000 and offers hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home). To be considered for this IT Infrastructure Engineer role you will have a solid background with a wide variety of IT systems & hardware vendors, providing remote customer support & maintenance, and design & implementation services. As an experienced IT Infrastructure Engineer / IT Consultant, your skill set will include: Microsoft Azure cloud VMWare & HyperV virtualisation IBM iSeries & IBM Power Servers Veeam &/or Commvault Network switches, routers & firewalls Data Centre experience Working across the complete infrastructure you will be responsible for designing, configuring, monitoring, automating, storage & disaster recovery systems & hardware, this will also include Backup As A Service, Disaster Recovery As A Service, and Hosting As A Service. Working on an IT Service Desk in a small team of specialists you will provide remote customer support and remote data centre support to enterprise IBMi, Azure & VMWare environments. In addition to BAU support, you will also be responsible for scheduled OS upgrades, firmware upgrades, DR tests and Data Restore tests. Any further experience with enterprise storage systems such as IBM, PURE, EMC &/or HP; and replication & backup tools such as Commvault, Mimix, Maxava, &/or Q-EDD. Based in Central Surrey (with onsite parking) my client offers hybrid working of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home. Please note - there will be 1 week a month of on-call support where there is an additional weekly bonus for being on call + time & half / double pay for carrying out work. This role pays £60,000 and offers the chance to work with an impressive array of enterprise clients using the latest technologies. If you are an experienced infrastructure engineer with solid Microsoft Azure, IBM iSeries, IBM Power Servers, & VMWare skills, and you are looking for a new challenge please send me your CV immediately.
Principal Civil EngineerLondonSalary: £55,000 - £70,000 Are you a Principal Civil Engineer ready for more influence, more autonomy and a bigger voice in project and team decisions? This Principal Civil Engineer opportunity is with a leading consultancy in London that values trusted leadership, technical quality and long-term career growth. The Principal Civil Engineer will join a well-established infrastructure team delivering development-led schemes across the UK. For a Principal Civil Engineer seeking variety, visible responsibility and real client exposure, this role offers an excellent next step within a supportive and technically strong environment. Key responsibilities Lead highways and drainage design for development projects Manage S278, S38 and S104 submissions through to approval Check and approve drawings, calculations and technical reports Provide mentoring and technical leadership to engineers Coordinate with clients, architects and local authorities Support Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies Oversee project delivery to programme and budget Provide site involvement and construction support when required Candidate requirements Degree in Civil Engineering Chartered or near Chartered with ICE Strong UK consultancy experience in development infrastructure Confident leadership and client-facing capability Collaborative and commercially aware approach The Principal Civil Engineer role offers hybrid flexibility, varied national project exposure, strong progression and a salary of £55,000 - £70,000 plus benefits. This Principal Civil Engineer position will suit someone ready to lead, support team growth and strengthen key client relationships. Eligibility to Apply Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Principal Civil EngineerLondonSalary: £55,000 - £70,000 Are you a Principal Civil Engineer ready for more influence, more autonomy and a bigger voice in project and team decisions? This Principal Civil Engineer opportunity is with a leading consultancy in London that values trusted leadership, technical quality and long-term career growth. The Principal Civil Engineer will join a well-established infrastructure team delivering development-led schemes across the UK. For a Principal Civil Engineer seeking variety, visible responsibility and real client exposure, this role offers an excellent next step within a supportive and technically strong environment. Key responsibilities Lead highways and drainage design for development projects Manage S278, S38 and S104 submissions through to approval Check and approve drawings, calculations and technical reports Provide mentoring and technical leadership to engineers Coordinate with clients, architects and local authorities Support Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies Oversee project delivery to programme and budget Provide site involvement and construction support when required Candidate requirements Degree in Civil Engineering Chartered or near Chartered with ICE Strong UK consultancy experience in development infrastructure Confident leadership and client-facing capability Collaborative and commercially aware approach The Principal Civil Engineer role offers hybrid flexibility, varied national project exposure, strong progression and a salary of £55,000 - £70,000 plus benefits. This Principal Civil Engineer position will suit someone ready to lead, support team growth and strengthen key client relationships. Eligibility to Apply Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
ML Engineer £500-£560 The Company They are a well-established consumer technology business with a mission to create a safe, trusted environment for millions of users. Data, experimentation, and scalable engineering are core to how they operate. Their Trust function is expanding, and they are investing heavily in modern ML infrastructure to support rapid growth. You will join a collaborative environment where ML Engineers, Scientists, Backend Engineers, and MLOps specialists work closely to deliver measurable impact. The Role In this role, you will: Design and implement pipelines for training, evaluating, deploying, and monitoring detection models Productionise detection models in partnership with ML Scientists, improving reliability and latency across asynchronous inference workflows Collaborate with backend and product teams to define integration requirements for trust detection services Extend ML infrastructure with MLOps teams, including reproducible training workflows, CI/CD for model deployment, batch and real-time model serving, feature consistency, and monitoring Uphold strong standards around testing, observability, and operational excellence Contribute to a scaling engineering culture where experimentation and measurable outcomes are central Your Skills and Experience Strong commercial experience building and deploying ML pipelines in production Experience with asynchronous ML inference pipelines Deep understanding of end-to-end ML workflows from research through to deployment Ability to operate with ownership in complex, fast-moving environments Strong communication skills for working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience designing systems within modern cloud environments such as AWS or GCP Proficiency in Python and common ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or scikit-learn Exposure to ML/MLOps tooling such as SageMaker, MLflow, or TFServing Experience with Spark, Databricks, CI/CD tools, and streaming or orchestration systems like Kafka or Airflow How to Apply If you are interested in this Machine Learning Engineer position, please apply with your CV.
Mar 25, 2026
Contractor
ML Engineer £500-£560 The Company They are a well-established consumer technology business with a mission to create a safe, trusted environment for millions of users. Data, experimentation, and scalable engineering are core to how they operate. Their Trust function is expanding, and they are investing heavily in modern ML infrastructure to support rapid growth. You will join a collaborative environment where ML Engineers, Scientists, Backend Engineers, and MLOps specialists work closely to deliver measurable impact. The Role In this role, you will: Design and implement pipelines for training, evaluating, deploying, and monitoring detection models Productionise detection models in partnership with ML Scientists, improving reliability and latency across asynchronous inference workflows Collaborate with backend and product teams to define integration requirements for trust detection services Extend ML infrastructure with MLOps teams, including reproducible training workflows, CI/CD for model deployment, batch and real-time model serving, feature consistency, and monitoring Uphold strong standards around testing, observability, and operational excellence Contribute to a scaling engineering culture where experimentation and measurable outcomes are central Your Skills and Experience Strong commercial experience building and deploying ML pipelines in production Experience with asynchronous ML inference pipelines Deep understanding of end-to-end ML workflows from research through to deployment Ability to operate with ownership in complex, fast-moving environments Strong communication skills for working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience designing systems within modern cloud environments such as AWS or GCP Proficiency in Python and common ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or scikit-learn Exposure to ML/MLOps tooling such as SageMaker, MLflow, or TFServing Experience with Spark, Databricks, CI/CD tools, and streaming or orchestration systems like Kafka or Airflow How to Apply If you are interested in this Machine Learning Engineer position, please apply with your CV.
Your new company Working for a renowned financial services organisation Your new role Seeking a Data Engineer to help design and maintain scalable batch and near-real-time ingestion pipelines, modernizing legacy ETL/ELT processes into Azure and Snowflake, and implementing best-practice patterns such as CDC, incremental loading, schema evolution, and automated ingestion frameworks. They build cloud-native solutions using Azure Data Factory/Synapse, Databricks/Spark, ADLS Gen2, and Snowflake capabilities including stages, file formats, COPY INTO, and Streams/Tasks to support raw-to-curated data modelling. The role involves creating reusable components and Python libraries to accelerate delivery across teams, enforcing data quality through validation, observability, and robust pipeline design, and ensuring strong security, governance, and documentation standards. Collaboration within agile workflows-including CI/CD, code reviews, and iterative planning-is also key to delivering consistent, reliable, and secure data solutions. What you'll need to succeed Strong hands-on data engineering experience, with strong focus on data ingestion Experience building production pipelines using Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Synapse Solid SQL skills and experience working with modern cloud data warehouses, ideally Snowflake Proficiency in Python for data processing, automation, and pipeline utilities Good understanding of data lake/lakehouse concepts and ingestion patterns Infrastructure-as-Code exposure (Terraform) and CI/CD (Azure DevOps) Able to prototype quickly while adhering to Group standards and controls Communicates clearly with business stakeholders and technical teams Familiarity with orchestration frameworks (Dagster) - desirable Energy commodity trading experience is a real advantage What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Mar 25, 2026
Contractor
Your new company Working for a renowned financial services organisation Your new role Seeking a Data Engineer to help design and maintain scalable batch and near-real-time ingestion pipelines, modernizing legacy ETL/ELT processes into Azure and Snowflake, and implementing best-practice patterns such as CDC, incremental loading, schema evolution, and automated ingestion frameworks. They build cloud-native solutions using Azure Data Factory/Synapse, Databricks/Spark, ADLS Gen2, and Snowflake capabilities including stages, file formats, COPY INTO, and Streams/Tasks to support raw-to-curated data modelling. The role involves creating reusable components and Python libraries to accelerate delivery across teams, enforcing data quality through validation, observability, and robust pipeline design, and ensuring strong security, governance, and documentation standards. Collaboration within agile workflows-including CI/CD, code reviews, and iterative planning-is also key to delivering consistent, reliable, and secure data solutions. What you'll need to succeed Strong hands-on data engineering experience, with strong focus on data ingestion Experience building production pipelines using Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Synapse Solid SQL skills and experience working with modern cloud data warehouses, ideally Snowflake Proficiency in Python for data processing, automation, and pipeline utilities Good understanding of data lake/lakehouse concepts and ingestion patterns Infrastructure-as-Code exposure (Terraform) and CI/CD (Azure DevOps) Able to prototype quickly while adhering to Group standards and controls Communicates clearly with business stakeholders and technical teams Familiarity with orchestration frameworks (Dagster) - desirable Energy commodity trading experience is a real advantage What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Head of IT Service Architecture & Delivery Location: Cardiff Salary: £65,000 + Bonus + Full Benefits Security Clearance: SC required (must hold or be eligible) - DV desirable We are recruiting for an experienced and influential technical leader to head up Service Architecture & Delivery for a secure Defence communications and infrastructure programme. This is a senior leadership role with full accountability for the technical design, governance and operational assurance of a complex, secure IT service. You will act as the senior technical authority, ensuring the service is secure, resilient, compliant and continually improved in line with Defence requirements and contracted SLAs. The Role You will: Lead all architectural, technical and operational elements of a secure IT service Chair the Technical Design Authority and own the service blueprint and roadmap Maintain governance across service design, transition and operational delivery Own non-functional requirements including performance, resilience, recoverability and security Provide L4 technical oversight and assurance across infrastructure, networking, virtualisation and secure environments Act as the primary technical interface to senior Defence stakeholders and accreditation bodies Lead multi-disciplinary technical teams and specialist suppliers in a "one team" delivery model Drive continual improvement across automation, monitoring and service efficiency About You You will bring: 5+ years' experience in related position. Ideally a senior technical leadership role (Head of Technical Services, Principal Architect, Programme Technical Lead or similar) Proven experience delivering secure IT services within the MOD Strong background in service architecture, technical governance and ITIL-based service delivery Experience leading technical transitions, onboarding or complex service integrations Excellent stakeholder engagement skills at senior and executive level Knowledge of Defence security standards (JSP 440 / JSP 604 desirable) This is a high-impact role for someone who combines architectural credibility with operational leadership and the confidence to engage at senior Defence level. If you hold (or are eligible for) SC clearance and are looking to take ownership of a mission-critical technical service and have a strong MOD background, please get in touch for a confidential conversation.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Head of IT Service Architecture & Delivery Location: Cardiff Salary: £65,000 + Bonus + Full Benefits Security Clearance: SC required (must hold or be eligible) - DV desirable We are recruiting for an experienced and influential technical leader to head up Service Architecture & Delivery for a secure Defence communications and infrastructure programme. This is a senior leadership role with full accountability for the technical design, governance and operational assurance of a complex, secure IT service. You will act as the senior technical authority, ensuring the service is secure, resilient, compliant and continually improved in line with Defence requirements and contracted SLAs. The Role You will: Lead all architectural, technical and operational elements of a secure IT service Chair the Technical Design Authority and own the service blueprint and roadmap Maintain governance across service design, transition and operational delivery Own non-functional requirements including performance, resilience, recoverability and security Provide L4 technical oversight and assurance across infrastructure, networking, virtualisation and secure environments Act as the primary technical interface to senior Defence stakeholders and accreditation bodies Lead multi-disciplinary technical teams and specialist suppliers in a "one team" delivery model Drive continual improvement across automation, monitoring and service efficiency About You You will bring: 5+ years' experience in related position. Ideally a senior technical leadership role (Head of Technical Services, Principal Architect, Programme Technical Lead or similar) Proven experience delivering secure IT services within the MOD Strong background in service architecture, technical governance and ITIL-based service delivery Experience leading technical transitions, onboarding or complex service integrations Excellent stakeholder engagement skills at senior and executive level Knowledge of Defence security standards (JSP 440 / JSP 604 desirable) This is a high-impact role for someone who combines architectural credibility with operational leadership and the confidence to engage at senior Defence level. If you hold (or are eligible for) SC clearance and are looking to take ownership of a mission-critical technical service and have a strong MOD background, please get in touch for a confidential conversation.
Description Public-Private Finance Specialist - National Water Compact Delivery Accelerator Contract: 18 Months Fixed-term contract, Full-time, contingent upon successfully securing project funding, target start date May 2026 Location: The role can be based in London (United Kingdom), Accra (Ghana), Dar es Salaam / Dodoma (Tanzania), Lusaka (Zambia), or Lilongwe (Malawi), subject to right to work eligibility in the respective countries. In the UK, we support and enjoy a hybrid working environment. A minimum of 40% of working time is spent face to face, either in the London office, for coordination, collaboration and connectivity across the team, or as a result of external engagement or travel for WaterAid. Salaries & Benefits: Salaries and benefits will vary by country, depending on the successful candidate's location and experience. See further details below: UK: GBP £61,645 per annum with excellent benefits Zambia: ZMW 939,581 ZMW 1,174,476 per annum with excellent benefits. Ghana: GHS 687,637 GHS 1,045,327 per annum with excellent benefits. Tanzania: TZS 148,523,228 TZS 185,654,036 per annum with excellent benefits. Malawi: MWK 75,784,188 - MWK 119,156,217 per annum with excellent benefits. We offer competitive, market-aligned starting salaries. While most roles are offered at the advertised starting salary, we may adjust this in exceptional cases depending on a candidate s experience, skills, and potential. Change starts with water. Change starts with you. Every day, millions of people live without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid exists to change that for everyone, everywhere. Join us, and your energy will help unlock people s potential and create a fairer future. About WaterAid We re a global federation driven by one vision: a world where everyone, everywhere has clean water, sanitation and hygiene by 2030. Powered by our values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation, we work alongside communities, partners and supporters to make change happen. About the Team The role will report into the Project Lead: National Water Compact Delivery Accelerator, located in the Programme Operations Team, one of three support teams within the International Programmes Department of WaterAid UK. The Programme Operations Team enables the effective management of the International Programmes Department through ensuring IPD Teams have access to robust high quality management policies, systems, process, tools and capabilities that work to support the delivery of programmes, enable the effective management of risk, and ensure strong financial planning and management. About the Role The Public and Private Finance Specialist will provide specialist technical leadership on WASH financing strategy, structuring and investor engagement within the National Water Compact Delivery Accelerator. The role is responsible for ensuring that priority WASH projects are financially credible, appropriately structured and aligned with the requirements of public, concessional and where relevant private finance providers, enabling formal entry into financing appraisal and investment pipelines. In this role, you will: 1. Financing diagnostics and strategy (Stage 2) Lead or contribute to country level diagnostics of WASH financing constraints, including budget flows, fiscal space, creditworthiness, and investor risk perceptions. Analyse the balance between public, concessional, blended and potential private finance options. 2. Project prioritisation and financing alignment (Stage 3) Support the assessment and prioritisation of WASH project concepts against financing institution criteria. Advise on project scale, affordability and financial structuring options, with ambition for large scale (>$100m) investments where feasible. 3. Project structuring and investment readiness (Stage 4) Lead financial inputs into full project development, including: indicative financing structures. proposed sources of finance. allocation of financial and non financial risks; and affordability and sustainability considerations. 4. Engagement with financing institutions (Stages 3 6) Support structured engagement with multilateral development banks, DFIs, bilateral financiers and philanthropic funders. Interpret and translate financing partner requirements into actionable guidance for government teams. Support progression of priority projects into formal concept review, pre appraisal or appraisal queues. 5. Public private interface and blended finance (where relevant) Assess the potential role of private finance, guarantees or delegated management models within public led WASH investments. Advise on risk sharing mechanisms, viability support and blending approaches appropriate to country context. 6. Quality assurance, learning and guidance Contribute to internal quality assurance of financing diagnostics, project concepts and full project packages. Document lessons on WASH financing pathways, including what has and has not proved credible with financing institutions. Requirements To be successful, you ll need: Strong professional experience in public sector, development or infrastructure finance, with a focus on WASH or related sectors. Demonstrated understanding of MDB, concessional and blended finance processes. Experience working with government counterparts on financing strategies or investment preparation, particularly ministries of finance. Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex financing issues clearly to non finance specialist audiences. Although not essential, we d prefer you to have: Direct experience engaging with World Bank Group, AfDB or similar financing institutions. Experience of blended finance, guarantees or private capital mobilisation in infrastructure or public services. Experience working across multiple countries or fragile financing contexts. Closing date: Applications will close 12:00 PM UK time on 10th April 2026. Shortlisting and interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis, and the role may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found. We therefore encourage you to apply at an early stage. How to Apply: Click Apply to answer the pre-screening questions, upload your CV. Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application? At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well. Pre-employment screening: To apply for this role, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to local law and WaterAid s Safer Recruitment policy. All UK based roles require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check Benefits As a global organisation, WaterAid is committed to creating an environment where you can thrive and be yourself at your very best. Alongside our inspiring mission and meaningful work, we offer a range of benefits tailored to each country s context and policies. These will be shared during the process Our Global Commitment: Our people promise We will work with passion and focus to make sure everyone everywhere has clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid is a place of purpose where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values. Equal Opportunities We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions, ways of life and status. This includes, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, caste, colour, gender, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, disability status, neurodiversity, age, marital and family status, sexual orientation and gender identity, health status, place of residence, economic and social situation. Safeguarding We are committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero- tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and to any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks (which can include counterterrorism, safeguarding and criminal records checks). Together, we ll change the world through water. Join us and be part of the change!
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Description Public-Private Finance Specialist - National Water Compact Delivery Accelerator Contract: 18 Months Fixed-term contract, Full-time, contingent upon successfully securing project funding, target start date May 2026 Location: The role can be based in London (United Kingdom), Accra (Ghana), Dar es Salaam / Dodoma (Tanzania), Lusaka (Zambia), or Lilongwe (Malawi), subject to right to work eligibility in the respective countries. In the UK, we support and enjoy a hybrid working environment. A minimum of 40% of working time is spent face to face, either in the London office, for coordination, collaboration and connectivity across the team, or as a result of external engagement or travel for WaterAid. Salaries & Benefits: Salaries and benefits will vary by country, depending on the successful candidate's location and experience. See further details below: UK: GBP £61,645 per annum with excellent benefits Zambia: ZMW 939,581 ZMW 1,174,476 per annum with excellent benefits. Ghana: GHS 687,637 GHS 1,045,327 per annum with excellent benefits. Tanzania: TZS 148,523,228 TZS 185,654,036 per annum with excellent benefits. Malawi: MWK 75,784,188 - MWK 119,156,217 per annum with excellent benefits. We offer competitive, market-aligned starting salaries. While most roles are offered at the advertised starting salary, we may adjust this in exceptional cases depending on a candidate s experience, skills, and potential. Change starts with water. Change starts with you. Every day, millions of people live without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid exists to change that for everyone, everywhere. Join us, and your energy will help unlock people s potential and create a fairer future. About WaterAid We re a global federation driven by one vision: a world where everyone, everywhere has clean water, sanitation and hygiene by 2030. Powered by our values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation, we work alongside communities, partners and supporters to make change happen. About the Team The role will report into the Project Lead: National Water Compact Delivery Accelerator, located in the Programme Operations Team, one of three support teams within the International Programmes Department of WaterAid UK. The Programme Operations Team enables the effective management of the International Programmes Department through ensuring IPD Teams have access to robust high quality management policies, systems, process, tools and capabilities that work to support the delivery of programmes, enable the effective management of risk, and ensure strong financial planning and management. About the Role The Public and Private Finance Specialist will provide specialist technical leadership on WASH financing strategy, structuring and investor engagement within the National Water Compact Delivery Accelerator. The role is responsible for ensuring that priority WASH projects are financially credible, appropriately structured and aligned with the requirements of public, concessional and where relevant private finance providers, enabling formal entry into financing appraisal and investment pipelines. In this role, you will: 1. Financing diagnostics and strategy (Stage 2) Lead or contribute to country level diagnostics of WASH financing constraints, including budget flows, fiscal space, creditworthiness, and investor risk perceptions. Analyse the balance between public, concessional, blended and potential private finance options. 2. Project prioritisation and financing alignment (Stage 3) Support the assessment and prioritisation of WASH project concepts against financing institution criteria. Advise on project scale, affordability and financial structuring options, with ambition for large scale (>$100m) investments where feasible. 3. Project structuring and investment readiness (Stage 4) Lead financial inputs into full project development, including: indicative financing structures. proposed sources of finance. allocation of financial and non financial risks; and affordability and sustainability considerations. 4. Engagement with financing institutions (Stages 3 6) Support structured engagement with multilateral development banks, DFIs, bilateral financiers and philanthropic funders. Interpret and translate financing partner requirements into actionable guidance for government teams. Support progression of priority projects into formal concept review, pre appraisal or appraisal queues. 5. Public private interface and blended finance (where relevant) Assess the potential role of private finance, guarantees or delegated management models within public led WASH investments. Advise on risk sharing mechanisms, viability support and blending approaches appropriate to country context. 6. Quality assurance, learning and guidance Contribute to internal quality assurance of financing diagnostics, project concepts and full project packages. Document lessons on WASH financing pathways, including what has and has not proved credible with financing institutions. Requirements To be successful, you ll need: Strong professional experience in public sector, development or infrastructure finance, with a focus on WASH or related sectors. Demonstrated understanding of MDB, concessional and blended finance processes. Experience working with government counterparts on financing strategies or investment preparation, particularly ministries of finance. Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex financing issues clearly to non finance specialist audiences. Although not essential, we d prefer you to have: Direct experience engaging with World Bank Group, AfDB or similar financing institutions. Experience of blended finance, guarantees or private capital mobilisation in infrastructure or public services. Experience working across multiple countries or fragile financing contexts. Closing date: Applications will close 12:00 PM UK time on 10th April 2026. Shortlisting and interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis, and the role may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found. We therefore encourage you to apply at an early stage. How to Apply: Click Apply to answer the pre-screening questions, upload your CV. Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application? At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well. Pre-employment screening: To apply for this role, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to local law and WaterAid s Safer Recruitment policy. All UK based roles require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check Benefits As a global organisation, WaterAid is committed to creating an environment where you can thrive and be yourself at your very best. Alongside our inspiring mission and meaningful work, we offer a range of benefits tailored to each country s context and policies. These will be shared during the process Our Global Commitment: Our people promise We will work with passion and focus to make sure everyone everywhere has clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid is a place of purpose where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values. Equal Opportunities We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions, ways of life and status. This includes, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, caste, colour, gender, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, disability status, neurodiversity, age, marital and family status, sexual orientation and gender identity, health status, place of residence, economic and social situation. Safeguarding We are committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero- tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and to any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks (which can include counterterrorism, safeguarding and criminal records checks). Together, we ll change the world through water. Join us and be part of the change!
Mana Resourcing Ltd
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
The COMPANY We are proud to be an integral part of our client's growth plans over the coming years. Our client has established a well deserved reputation for designing and building data centres with modern rack colocation hosting and 24/7 monitored providing businesses and IT providers with agile future-proofed solutions. This reputation for excellence is why they have established themselves as the UK's market leaders within the Defence, Local Authority, Education and Emergency Services sectors. The ROLE Due to early retirement this is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Salesperson to concentrate on promoting their prefabricated facilities / modular buildings data centres into the North of England. You will also be tasked with client engagement to build upon an already healthy pipeline within Education sector UK wide (targetting universities, research bodies, and publicly funded institutions) The PERSON The right candidate will be an intelligent and dynamic Business Development Manager who wants to develop their career further within this progressive organisation; Experienced in complex, long-cycle sales Demonstrable sales experience Background in technical, infrastructure, construction-adjacent, or engineered solutions environments Exposure to public-sector procurement, frameworks, or tenders Education or public sector sales Obviously datacentre knowledge would be advantageous but is not essential Salary: Excellent package depending on experience including good basic, excellent commission and car allowance Location: North of England This role is commutable from: Derby Leeds Liverpool Manchester Nottingham Sheffield Newcastle Bradford Hull Alternative Titles: BDM -Education Sales, Sales Engineer - Modular Communications, BDM - Prefabricated Data Centres, Sales Manager -Servers Mana Resourcing is a specialist recruitment company working within the Engineering, Sales, IT and Commercial sectors. We are established to service and support the recruitment requirements of modern businesses and candidates alike. INAND1
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
The COMPANY We are proud to be an integral part of our client's growth plans over the coming years. Our client has established a well deserved reputation for designing and building data centres with modern rack colocation hosting and 24/7 monitored providing businesses and IT providers with agile future-proofed solutions. This reputation for excellence is why they have established themselves as the UK's market leaders within the Defence, Local Authority, Education and Emergency Services sectors. The ROLE Due to early retirement this is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Salesperson to concentrate on promoting their prefabricated facilities / modular buildings data centres into the North of England. You will also be tasked with client engagement to build upon an already healthy pipeline within Education sector UK wide (targetting universities, research bodies, and publicly funded institutions) The PERSON The right candidate will be an intelligent and dynamic Business Development Manager who wants to develop their career further within this progressive organisation; Experienced in complex, long-cycle sales Demonstrable sales experience Background in technical, infrastructure, construction-adjacent, or engineered solutions environments Exposure to public-sector procurement, frameworks, or tenders Education or public sector sales Obviously datacentre knowledge would be advantageous but is not essential Salary: Excellent package depending on experience including good basic, excellent commission and car allowance Location: North of England This role is commutable from: Derby Leeds Liverpool Manchester Nottingham Sheffield Newcastle Bradford Hull Alternative Titles: BDM -Education Sales, Sales Engineer - Modular Communications, BDM - Prefabricated Data Centres, Sales Manager -Servers Mana Resourcing is a specialist recruitment company working within the Engineering, Sales, IT and Commercial sectors. We are established to service and support the recruitment requirements of modern businesses and candidates alike. INAND1
A fully remote interim role supporting major real estate, energy, transport and infrastructure projects across the UK and internationally. This is an opportunity to step into high-quality work immediately with the potential option to convert to a permanent position. Client Details This opportunity is with a large organisation within the professional services sector, known for its expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality legal solutions. The company operates in a fast-paced environment, offering tailored support to its clients in diverse industries. Description A highly regarded UK non-contentious construction team is seeking an experienced Senior Solicitor to join on an interim basis. The team acts as a single national practice supporting developers, SPVs, project companies, owners, lenders, contractors and equipment suppliers across domestic and international projects. You will provide specialist non-contentious construction support on a range of developments spanning real estate, energy, transportation and infrastructure sectors. Due to increased workflow, the team is looking for someone who can step in immediately, manage workstreams independently, and work directly with clients while coordinating with colleagues across the wider projects group. Drafting and negotiating construction contracts (including main standard forms), consultant appointments and collateral warranties. Leading and supporting a wide variety of transactions across real estate, energy and infrastructure projects. Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact. Supporting business development and contributing to market knowledge. Running matters autonomously while collaborating with a cross-office national team. Profile 4+ PQE (guideline) in non-contentious construction, projects or infrastructure. Experience with UK real estate, energy or infrastructure markets (desirable, not essential). Strong familiarity with construction documentation, particularly standard-form contracts. Scottish or English qualified preferred. Able to work fully remotely while maintaining high levels of communication and service delivery. Available immediately or at short notice. Job Offer Fully remote working arrangement. Competitive hourly rate reflecting seniority and high-value work. Immediate start. Exposure to UK-wide and international projects across major growth sectors. Genuine potential for the role to transition into a permanent position.
Mar 25, 2026
Seasonal
A fully remote interim role supporting major real estate, energy, transport and infrastructure projects across the UK and internationally. This is an opportunity to step into high-quality work immediately with the potential option to convert to a permanent position. Client Details This opportunity is with a large organisation within the professional services sector, known for its expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality legal solutions. The company operates in a fast-paced environment, offering tailored support to its clients in diverse industries. Description A highly regarded UK non-contentious construction team is seeking an experienced Senior Solicitor to join on an interim basis. The team acts as a single national practice supporting developers, SPVs, project companies, owners, lenders, contractors and equipment suppliers across domestic and international projects. You will provide specialist non-contentious construction support on a range of developments spanning real estate, energy, transportation and infrastructure sectors. Due to increased workflow, the team is looking for someone who can step in immediately, manage workstreams independently, and work directly with clients while coordinating with colleagues across the wider projects group. Drafting and negotiating construction contracts (including main standard forms), consultant appointments and collateral warranties. Leading and supporting a wide variety of transactions across real estate, energy and infrastructure projects. Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact. Supporting business development and contributing to market knowledge. Running matters autonomously while collaborating with a cross-office national team. Profile 4+ PQE (guideline) in non-contentious construction, projects or infrastructure. Experience with UK real estate, energy or infrastructure markets (desirable, not essential). Strong familiarity with construction documentation, particularly standard-form contracts. Scottish or English qualified preferred. Able to work fully remotely while maintaining high levels of communication and service delivery. Available immediately or at short notice. Job Offer Fully remote working arrangement. Competitive hourly rate reflecting seniority and high-value work. Immediate start. Exposure to UK-wide and international projects across major growth sectors. Genuine potential for the role to transition into a permanent position.
Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Advanced Materials & Engineering Location: Hailsham Salary: Competitive, permanent role Working Hours : 37.5 hours per week Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays A leading international engineering organisation is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to drive technology strategy, innovation, and R&D initiatives. The company operates at the forefront of advanced materials and process engineering, with capabilities spanning research, development, and high-value manufacturing. The identity of the organisation will remain confidential. This role is ideal for a senior technology leader with extensive experience in complex systems and capital-intensive engineering environments, seeking to influence technological direction and product strategy at the executive level. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement the company's technology vision, strategy, and roadmap in alignment with business objectives Lead technology and R&D teams, mentoring and recruiting senior technical talent Drive innovation by overseeing R&D programmes, emerging technologies, and the integration of new materials or processes Manage technological infrastructure, ensuring scalability, security, and operational efficiency Collaborate with other executives, including commercial and product teams, to align technology initiatives with organisational goals Oversee budgets, resources, and timelines for technology projects Provide high-level technical advice to senior leadership and stay informed of industry trends and competitive developments Ensure the protection of intellectual property and sensitive technical information Qualifications & Experience Proven senior technology leadership experience (15-20 years) in complex systems or capital goods industries Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Metallurgy; master's preferred; chartered status advantageous Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills, able to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including investors Deep knowledge of additive manufacturing, emerging technologies, and advanced materials Additional Information Based on-site in Hailsham; occasional UK and international travel may be required Full UK driving licence essential Immediate start for the successful candidate This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the technological future of an innovative engineering organisation, leading R&D and advanced materials initiatives while contributing to strategic growth. TPA Recruit is a specialist recruitment agency acting on behalf of our client to source and assess suitable candidates for this position. All applications will be reviewed and processed by our team, who will liaise directly with shortlisted individuals throughout the hiring process
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Advanced Materials & Engineering Location: Hailsham Salary: Competitive, permanent role Working Hours : 37.5 hours per week Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays A leading international engineering organisation is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to drive technology strategy, innovation, and R&D initiatives. The company operates at the forefront of advanced materials and process engineering, with capabilities spanning research, development, and high-value manufacturing. The identity of the organisation will remain confidential. This role is ideal for a senior technology leader with extensive experience in complex systems and capital-intensive engineering environments, seeking to influence technological direction and product strategy at the executive level. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement the company's technology vision, strategy, and roadmap in alignment with business objectives Lead technology and R&D teams, mentoring and recruiting senior technical talent Drive innovation by overseeing R&D programmes, emerging technologies, and the integration of new materials or processes Manage technological infrastructure, ensuring scalability, security, and operational efficiency Collaborate with other executives, including commercial and product teams, to align technology initiatives with organisational goals Oversee budgets, resources, and timelines for technology projects Provide high-level technical advice to senior leadership and stay informed of industry trends and competitive developments Ensure the protection of intellectual property and sensitive technical information Qualifications & Experience Proven senior technology leadership experience (15-20 years) in complex systems or capital goods industries Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Metallurgy; master's preferred; chartered status advantageous Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills, able to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including investors Deep knowledge of additive manufacturing, emerging technologies, and advanced materials Additional Information Based on-site in Hailsham; occasional UK and international travel may be required Full UK driving licence essential Immediate start for the successful candidate This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the technological future of an innovative engineering organisation, leading R&D and advanced materials initiatives while contributing to strategic growth. TPA Recruit is a specialist recruitment agency acting on behalf of our client to source and assess suitable candidates for this position. All applications will be reviewed and processed by our team, who will liaise directly with shortlisted individuals throughout the hiring process
Overview Sword is a leading provider of business technology solutions within the Energy, Public and Finance Sectors, dedicated to driving transformational change for our clients. We leverage proven technology, specialist teams, and extensive domain expertise to create robust technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications. Our mission is fueled by a passion for technology as a means to solve complex business problems and achieve our clients' objectives. About the Role: Responsibilities Delivery of extensive critical national infrastructure utilising market leading tools to future proof security and availability needs Candidates must have excellent communication skills and be able to lead projects from design stage through to implementation and take ownership of the solution end to end Project Engineering, including but not limited to Low Level Design activity, implementation services and consultancy services Provide expert level support to all clients and act as an internal point of escalation for all support related incidents where required Troubleshooting and diagnosis of all network and security related incidents Mentoring other members of the team Experience of physical design input and build of networks including OT environments Extensive experience in a similar role or field based / consulting role CCNP Routing, Switching & Security with Data Centre experience Strong understanding of network security principles and associated technologies Expert troubleshooting of complex enterprise networks and associated technologies Deep knowledge of Wide Area Networking technologies and associated routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF and BGP is essential to this role Experience of administering and troubleshooting the following technologies and platforms is essential Cisco ISR and ASR Routers Datacentre technologies, Cisco Nexus, VXLAN, VPC's & End User Compute Campus Switching Catalyst 9XXX series switches, Stackwise virtual IPSec VPN's & Cisco SDWAN Cisco Secure firewall / FTD SASE solutions, Palo Alto Prisma Access, Cisco Secure Connect Cisco Wireless - WLC's (C9800 series) Palo Alto Networks Firewalls & Panorama Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) Experiences with Azure and AWS cloud environments Security Clearance is desirable Offshore certification is desirable Experience of administering and troubleshooting the following is desirable Cisco Meraki Wireless, Security and Switching technologies Cisco ACI - Application Centric Infrastructure HP and Aruba Platforms DevNet Principles, Automation, Ansible, Python Benefits At Sword, our core values and culture are based on caring about our people, investing in training and career development, and building inclusive teams where we are all encouraged to contribute to achieve success. We offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your professional development and enhance your overall quality of life. In addition to a Competitive Salary, here's what you can expect as part of our benefits package: Personalised Career Development: We create a development plan customised to your goals and aspirations, with a range of learning and development opportunities within a culture that encourages growth. Flexible working: Flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance. We can't promise to always be able to meet every request, however, are keen to discuss your individual preferences to make it work where we can. A Fantastic Benefits Package: This includes generous annual leave allowance, enhanced family friendly benefits, pension scheme, access to private health, well-being, and insurance schemes. Equal Opportunity At Sword we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that all applicants receive fair and equal consideration for employment, regardless of whether they meet every requirement. If you don't tick all the boxes but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we're looking for, please do consider applying and highlight your transferable skills and experience. We embrace diversity in all its forms, valuing individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Your perspective and potential are important to us. If we can do anything to help make the hiring process more accessible, please let our talent acquisition team know when you apply so we can support any adjustments.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Overview Sword is a leading provider of business technology solutions within the Energy, Public and Finance Sectors, dedicated to driving transformational change for our clients. We leverage proven technology, specialist teams, and extensive domain expertise to create robust technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications. Our mission is fueled by a passion for technology as a means to solve complex business problems and achieve our clients' objectives. About the Role: Responsibilities Delivery of extensive critical national infrastructure utilising market leading tools to future proof security and availability needs Candidates must have excellent communication skills and be able to lead projects from design stage through to implementation and take ownership of the solution end to end Project Engineering, including but not limited to Low Level Design activity, implementation services and consultancy services Provide expert level support to all clients and act as an internal point of escalation for all support related incidents where required Troubleshooting and diagnosis of all network and security related incidents Mentoring other members of the team Experience of physical design input and build of networks including OT environments Extensive experience in a similar role or field based / consulting role CCNP Routing, Switching & Security with Data Centre experience Strong understanding of network security principles and associated technologies Expert troubleshooting of complex enterprise networks and associated technologies Deep knowledge of Wide Area Networking technologies and associated routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF and BGP is essential to this role Experience of administering and troubleshooting the following technologies and platforms is essential Cisco ISR and ASR Routers Datacentre technologies, Cisco Nexus, VXLAN, VPC's & End User Compute Campus Switching Catalyst 9XXX series switches, Stackwise virtual IPSec VPN's & Cisco SDWAN Cisco Secure firewall / FTD SASE solutions, Palo Alto Prisma Access, Cisco Secure Connect Cisco Wireless - WLC's (C9800 series) Palo Alto Networks Firewalls & Panorama Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) Experiences with Azure and AWS cloud environments Security Clearance is desirable Offshore certification is desirable Experience of administering and troubleshooting the following is desirable Cisco Meraki Wireless, Security and Switching technologies Cisco ACI - Application Centric Infrastructure HP and Aruba Platforms DevNet Principles, Automation, Ansible, Python Benefits At Sword, our core values and culture are based on caring about our people, investing in training and career development, and building inclusive teams where we are all encouraged to contribute to achieve success. We offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your professional development and enhance your overall quality of life. In addition to a Competitive Salary, here's what you can expect as part of our benefits package: Personalised Career Development: We create a development plan customised to your goals and aspirations, with a range of learning and development opportunities within a culture that encourages growth. Flexible working: Flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance. We can't promise to always be able to meet every request, however, are keen to discuss your individual preferences to make it work where we can. A Fantastic Benefits Package: This includes generous annual leave allowance, enhanced family friendly benefits, pension scheme, access to private health, well-being, and insurance schemes. Equal Opportunity At Sword we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that all applicants receive fair and equal consideration for employment, regardless of whether they meet every requirement. If you don't tick all the boxes but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we're looking for, please do consider applying and highlight your transferable skills and experience. We embrace diversity in all its forms, valuing individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Your perspective and potential are important to us. If we can do anything to help make the hiring process more accessible, please let our talent acquisition team know when you apply so we can support any adjustments.
Principle Java Engineer • Salary to £70k + Company Options Scheme • Hybrid working between your home, their offices (London Vauxhall) & client sites. NB: Please only apply if you are a UK National and able to achieve SC (ideally DV) clearance i.e. you have at least 5 years residency in the UK with no more than a 3 month break outside the UK. This company is a Workflow & AI Orchestration Specialist. They're on a mission to modernise how public sector organisations manage casework, derive insight from data and deliver citizen services. They're growing fast and looking for bright, dynamic people to help build their business. Role They're looking for an experienced (Principle/Team Lead) Java Engineer to join their implementation team. You'll work across Camunda BPMN/DMN process automation, API integration, and microservice orchestration - helping their public-sector clients build secure, scalable, and resilient digital services. You'll collaborate with solution architects, business analysts, and designers to translate workflows into elegant, maintainable code. You'll play a key part in defining technical standards, optimising runtime performance, and mentoring less- experienced engineers in workflow-centric delivery. This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys solving complex process problems through clean code, automation, and modern engineering practices. The role involves visiting client sites; the company will cover travel expenses. Frequency is uncertain but candidates should be comfortable with that being 2-3 days per week. Client sites could be anywhere but will most likely be in & around London. Responsibilities Design, develop, and deploy Camunda-based process and decision automation solutions Implement and integrate Java-based microservices, APIs, and connectors within orchestration flows Translate BPMN and DMN models into executable workflows and reusable components Collaborate closely with analysts and service designers to refine and iterate business processes Develop and maintain automated test suites, CI/CD pipelines, and containerised deployments Optimise Camunda engine performance and monitor workflow metrics for production environments Participate in code reviews, peer testing, and technical design discussions Contribute to their internal best-practice frameworks and automation accelerators Essential Eligible (have resided in the UK for the past 5 years) and prepared to go through UK SC Security Clearance Strong experience in Java software engineering and object-oriented design Strong Spring (Boot) experience Experience with REST APIs, and microservice architectures Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes for containerisation and orchestration Proficiency in Git, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks Understanding of event-driven design and message brokers (e.g. Kafka, RabbitMQ) Good knowledge of security, authentication, and integration patterns for enterprise systems Experience working in agile teams within digital transformation or automation programmes A willingness to learn BPMN and Camunda tooling Some exposure to process automation or microservice orchestration Desirable Experience with Camunda 8 (Zeebe) clusters and Operate/Tasklist components Experience implementing solutions using Camunda 7 or 8 (BPMN/DMN) Familiarity with Camunda connectors, external task workers, and scripting extensions Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Helm) Experience integrating process automation with case-management or service-orchestration platforms Understanding of agentic AI capabilities and how they can complement workflow automation Experience mentoring developers or contributing to open-source Camunda extensions Already holding UK security clearance (SC, DV, eDV) Other Stuff NB: Please only apply if you are a UK National and able to achieve SC or DV clearance. i.e. you have at least 5 years residency in the UK with no more than a 3 month break outside the UK. NB: for non-UK Citizens; we cannot accept applications from anyone requiring sponsorship (now or in the future) for UK permanent employment status. If you are utilising a work visa this must allow you to work in the UK unrestricted for at least the next 5 years. Profile 29 recruitment
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Principle Java Engineer • Salary to £70k + Company Options Scheme • Hybrid working between your home, their offices (London Vauxhall) & client sites. NB: Please only apply if you are a UK National and able to achieve SC (ideally DV) clearance i.e. you have at least 5 years residency in the UK with no more than a 3 month break outside the UK. This company is a Workflow & AI Orchestration Specialist. They're on a mission to modernise how public sector organisations manage casework, derive insight from data and deliver citizen services. They're growing fast and looking for bright, dynamic people to help build their business. Role They're looking for an experienced (Principle/Team Lead) Java Engineer to join their implementation team. You'll work across Camunda BPMN/DMN process automation, API integration, and microservice orchestration - helping their public-sector clients build secure, scalable, and resilient digital services. You'll collaborate with solution architects, business analysts, and designers to translate workflows into elegant, maintainable code. You'll play a key part in defining technical standards, optimising runtime performance, and mentoring less- experienced engineers in workflow-centric delivery. This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys solving complex process problems through clean code, automation, and modern engineering practices. The role involves visiting client sites; the company will cover travel expenses. Frequency is uncertain but candidates should be comfortable with that being 2-3 days per week. Client sites could be anywhere but will most likely be in & around London. Responsibilities Design, develop, and deploy Camunda-based process and decision automation solutions Implement and integrate Java-based microservices, APIs, and connectors within orchestration flows Translate BPMN and DMN models into executable workflows and reusable components Collaborate closely with analysts and service designers to refine and iterate business processes Develop and maintain automated test suites, CI/CD pipelines, and containerised deployments Optimise Camunda engine performance and monitor workflow metrics for production environments Participate in code reviews, peer testing, and technical design discussions Contribute to their internal best-practice frameworks and automation accelerators Essential Eligible (have resided in the UK for the past 5 years) and prepared to go through UK SC Security Clearance Strong experience in Java software engineering and object-oriented design Strong Spring (Boot) experience Experience with REST APIs, and microservice architectures Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes for containerisation and orchestration Proficiency in Git, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks Understanding of event-driven design and message brokers (e.g. Kafka, RabbitMQ) Good knowledge of security, authentication, and integration patterns for enterprise systems Experience working in agile teams within digital transformation or automation programmes A willingness to learn BPMN and Camunda tooling Some exposure to process automation or microservice orchestration Desirable Experience with Camunda 8 (Zeebe) clusters and Operate/Tasklist components Experience implementing solutions using Camunda 7 or 8 (BPMN/DMN) Familiarity with Camunda connectors, external task workers, and scripting extensions Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Helm) Experience integrating process automation with case-management or service-orchestration platforms Understanding of agentic AI capabilities and how they can complement workflow automation Experience mentoring developers or contributing to open-source Camunda extensions Already holding UK security clearance (SC, DV, eDV) Other Stuff NB: Please only apply if you are a UK National and able to achieve SC or DV clearance. i.e. you have at least 5 years residency in the UK with no more than a 3 month break outside the UK. NB: for non-UK Citizens; we cannot accept applications from anyone requiring sponsorship (now or in the future) for UK permanent employment status. If you are utilising a work visa this must allow you to work in the UK unrestricted for at least the next 5 years. Profile 29 recruitment
Role: Software Developer Location: Cheltenham Salary: £35,000 to £45,000 (Dependent on experience) Clearance eligibility: British Passport Holder with 10+ years of UK residency required We are partnering with a specialist technology consultancy in Cheltenham to find a mid-level Software Developer to join their growing Cloud Infrastructure team click apply for full job details
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Role: Software Developer Location: Cheltenham Salary: £35,000 to £45,000 (Dependent on experience) Clearance eligibility: British Passport Holder with 10+ years of UK residency required We are partnering with a specialist technology consultancy in Cheltenham to find a mid-level Software Developer to join their growing Cloud Infrastructure team click apply for full job details
