Principal Accountant Location: London Contract: Temporary (6 months) Rate: £500-550 per day umbrella Start Date: ASAP Sector: Local Government *Hybrid Working* Contact: greg.waite@servicecare.org.ukJob Description Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority in London for a Principal Accountant to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will lead on collection fund and revenue accounting including the completion of notes to the council's statutory accounts, group accounts, cash flow statement and statistical returns.
The Principal Accountant has a high degree of responsibility and autonomy for how they approach the workload in their areas: including the design and preparation of working papers and managing audit queries within their areas. The Principal Accountant works closely with the Chief Accountant and Deputy Chief Accountant to ensure that the Council’s financial reporting processes, procedures and policies are pragmatic, fit for purpose, up to date with best practice, and deliver maximum value to the Council
Candidate Criteria
CCAB Qualified Accountant with extensive PQE
Experience of leading/working on Collection Fund and Revenue Accounting including the completion of statutory/group accounts
Experience of working with senior members on key working papers and supporting the financial reporting processes
Technically strong accountant with a flair for financial accounting, natural problem solver with excellent IT skills
Great communication and supervisory skills as this role with involve line management of members in the Chief Accountant’s team
If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Greg at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed. ....Read more...
My client is a leading specialist Design & Build Contractor in the UK & Ireland. They are currently seeking a Construction Project Manager for ongoing projects in London.
Main Responsibilities:
Provide a strategic link between the design department, commercial team and site;
Produce accurate, consistent and professional records, reports and general information;
Act as the main interface with the client and government officials;
Ensure all processes are being adhered to on a project by project basis;
Survey sites to mitigate problems and check viability of design;
Ensure the product meets customer expectation in relation to build and finish;
Provide labour costing for various projects to determine feasibility and profitability;
Produce reports on job progress and remedials
Education / Experience:
A Degree / HND in a construction related discipline would be desirable however not essential;
Previous experience of running £20M+ projects working for a main contractor;
Commercially aware with extensive knowledge of all disciplines involved in the construction process including design coordination, quantity surveying and procurement;
Proven ability of working on several projects simultaneously;
In-depth knowledge of Health & Safety and other regulatory matters;
IT literate with a sound knowledge of Microsoft Office packages;
Flexibility with regards to site location within the UK & Ireland.
Candidates should have the appropriate work permit or the right to work in the UK.
If interested, please get in touch with Aaron on 0203 008 5212, or click “Apply” to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we believe that inclusivity begins with the candidate experience. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of, gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.....Read more...
Internal Auditor – Public Sector Services – Cannock – Homebased
Due to recent expansion, a growing Internal Auditing Organisation is currently looking for a few Internal Auditors to help with their growing workload. The offices are based in Cannock, but the company offer hybrid working meaning you will only need to be in the office two or three times a week.
The company provides internal auditing services for a range of organisations, mainly in public sector services, charity, and local government sectors. It would be useful if you have experience in these fields; however, if your internal auditing experience has been varied, it would be good to hear from you.
You will need to have at least 12 months of experience as an Internal Auditor; however, we are open to candidates who have more experience, as the role can be developed into a Senior Internal Auditor role for someone with five plus years of experience.
It would be great if you have any industry qualifications in Internal Auditing or are working towards any qualifications. The company will help with your qualifications when needed and has been involved with different industry bodies in the past.
This company has a track record of developing the careers of their staff. If you show initiative and have a productive work rate, hitting deadlines within budget, you can expect regular pay reviews and career opportunities.
Apart from an interesting career path, you will be rewarded with an excellent starting salary, pay reviews, bonus, and other excellent benefits.
Due to the opportunities this role provides, I’m expecting a lot of interest. So, if you are interested, I suggest making an application now or risk missing out.
For more information, please feel free to call Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices recruitment and Scientific recruitment specialists at Newton Colmore, on +44 121 268 2240, or make an application, and one of our team at Newton Colmore will contact you.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a specialist recruitment company within the Medical Devices, Scientific Engineering, Data Science, Machine Learning, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, and Field Service Engineering sectors.....Read more...
Role : Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Engineer Location : London Up to £43,000pa ( £47K total ) / £4000 London weighting / 40 Hour Week /Sick Pay / Door to door / 33 Days Holiday / Life Assurance / Health care / Discounted retailers / Pension Scheme / Van + Fuel card!
If you are interested in this Refrigeration & Air Conditioning position, please send us a copy of your CV via the link below or email and one of our recruiters will give you a call for a confidential chat. Alternatively, please call us on 0121 366 9017 and we will be more than happy to go through the role in more detail. We are a successful gas equipment distributor who offer complete commercial property solutions from design to installation, service and maintenance. With over 40 years of experience we have grown to be regarded as one of the UK's market leaders providing coverage across the country. As an Air Conditioning & refrigeration engineer you will be working in Schools, Offices, Domestic Living Spaces, Government buildings and corporate clients throughout the UK. This position is roughly 70% air conditioning and 30% refrigeration. Key Responsibilities:
Maintenance, repair, fault finding and install of Vrvs, Vrfs and Splits
Maintenance, repair and fault finding of coldrooms, ice machines, bottle coolers, display cabinets and blast chillers
Field based meeting clients - Customer facing position
Essential Qualifications / Experience:
FGAS
NVQ Level 2 Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
Full Driver’s Licence
Package: • Basic Salary from £40 - £43K on a 40 hour week + £4000 London weighting • Door to door paid • Overtime paid at time and half Monday to Saturday and Double time on Sundays and Bank holidays. • On call 1 in 6 – £220 standby payment • 33 days holiday • 3% of salary annual pension contribution • Sick pay up to 2 weeks at managers discretion • Enhanced paternity and maternity leave • Tablet • Tools & Uniform • Van & Fuel Card ....Read more...
Job Title: Reward & Recognition Business Partner Hours: 37 Hours per week Type: Fixed term for 18 Months Location: Sevenoaks TN13 (hybrid working) Start date: ASAP Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 DOEJob Role – The primary purpose of the role is to review and enhance our pay and reward strategy in alignment with equal pay principles and organisational goals. The position reports to the Head of People and Organisational Development and involves responsibilities such as designing and delivering compensation and benefits packages, ensuring compliance with legislation, conducting organisational surveys, participating in market surveys and much more. The ideal candidate should have experience in reviewing and implementing reward strategies, knowledge of pension schemes, proficiency in using workforce analytics, and excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. You will need to be Chartered CIPD qualified or equivalent, with desirable experience in business analysis, recruitment, performance management and project management. The role requires a results-driven individual with a strategic mindset and the ability to monitor budgets effectively. Overall, this position requires a candidate who can lead the organisation in developing a fair, competitive and compliant compensation and benefits framework while aligning with organisational objectives and values. For further information on the role, please review the job description available in the careers section of our website. Candidate Requirements –
Experience of reviewing and implementing reward strategies including pay, benefits, pensions
Knowledge of local government pension schemes and personal pension schemes
Experience in implementing changes to total reward projects that include, policy, consultation at all levels
Experience of using workforce analytics to influence, advise and inform business decisions.
Proficient in standard Microsoft packages and confident in learning and maximising the use of in-house databases and systems.
Experience of budget management and reporting
If you are interested in this position and meet the above criteria, please send your CV now for consideration. If you require any additional information regarding the position, please call Ryan at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208 966 or send an E-Mail to ryan.curwen@servicecare.org.uk....Read more...
Finance Technician Location: Lincolnshire Contract: Temporary (6-months initial) Salary: £14.65-15.00 per hour umbrella Start Date: ASAP Sector: Local Government *Hybrid Working – Following two weeks in office training* Contact: greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk
Job Description Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for a Finance Technician on behalf of a Local Authority in Lincolnshire on a temporary basis. The postholder will work within the Adult Social Care finance team and will fulfil a range of duties in order to assist the Finance function.
Main Responsibilities
Provide financial information to team members to support delivery of the statutory requirement regarding the annual closure of accounts process including the processing of accruals and the provision of financial information required to complete the notes to the statement of accounts.
Assist in the completion of statutory returns
Undertake regular reconciliations between either spreadsheets and BW or between BW and feeder systems for particular high risk budget areas.
Process batch payments Council and grant funded to key partners / customers.
Assist with obtaining information to enable FOI requests to be answered in an accurate & timely manner.
Provider Payments Monitoring, liaising with Operational Team/Payments Team & Providers to ensure payment queries are resolved
Candidate Criteria
AAT Part-Qualified or Equivalent
Experience in Accounts/Finance team within a large scale organisation
Experience of calculating financial assessments would be highly desirable
Experience of customer service, particularly telephone communication is essential
Great communication skills with the ability to work well on own initiative as well as part of a team
If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Greg at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.....Read more...
BMS Commissioning Service Engineer - Manchester - Salary 40-50k DOE CBW are looking for a Mobile BMS Engineer to join our team in the Manchester to South Midlands area on a permanent basis. The role of Service Engineer will include carrying out a number of tasks on contracted customer sites, including PFI Schools, PFI Hospitals, Government Estates and MOD sites. The successful applicant will build an on-going relationship with all customers looking after the needs of the site and making improvements where applicable. Key Responsibilites:Install, configure, and commission BMS components and equipment, including sensors, controllers, actuators, and software systems.Carry out maintenance checks on Trend, Tridium and Distech BMS’s on our various sites.Reactive call out rota will be worked (additional financial benefit included for being on call and attending)Provide technical assistance and support to clients regarding their BMS systems.Identify opportunities for improvement/remedial works to improve the performance of the BMS’s for our clients.Prepare proposals and quoting of works as required.Benefits & Salary:On offer is a competitive salary up to 50K, car or car allowance and benefits package, which includes;24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)Life Cover equivalent to 1 times annual salaryEmployee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailersGym membership discounts Cycle to work scheme Holiday purchase scheme2 corporate social responsibility days per yearBroad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmesPerson specification:2 -3 Years relevant experience.City & Guild / BTec / NVQ Electrical.Extensive knowledge & experience of BMS / HVAC.Knowledge & experience with either Trend, Tridium Controls/Niagara/Distech/Siemens (not all are required as training will be provided)Excellent working knowledge of the electrical industry.Ability to read and interpret Electrical & Mechanical schematic diagrams.Understanding of IT networks.Good working knowledge of AutoCAD.Full UK driving licence.Controls training / experience.Experience with fault finding in electrical panels.Report writing skills.....Read more...
Role : Air Conditioning Supervisor / Senior Engineer
Location : Croydon / South West London
Benefits : £45-55,000pa DOE / 40 hour week / Door to door / Van / Mobile / Credit card / overtime paid after 40hrs / 20+8 days holiday / 1 in 4 on call – with the view to go to 1 in 6 over the next 12 months
We have been established for over 20 years and focus on the South East specialising in the Air Conditioning industry, currently with a team of 6 engineers delivering a first class service to our clients. We have a varied sort of clients which include Retailers ( M&S and Waitrose ), Private Sectors, Hotels & Leisure ( Holiday Inn / David Lloyd gyms ) and Government buildings.
We are seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient individual to join our team as an Air Conditioning Supervisor / Senior Engineer .The successful candidate will have experience currently working as a senior engineer or supervisor and hold extensive experience in the air conditioning industry
Key Responsibilities:
Assist engineers & trainees with technical faults and offer on site training ( currently employ 6 engineers )
Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance tasks on air conditioning units.
Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with air conditioning systems, ventilation and a small amount of refrigeration ( 90% reactive 10% PPM )
Maintain accurate records of work performed, including service reports and equipment specifications.
Commute to the office when required ( this would be 10-20% ) – the rest would be working as a working supervisor
Adhere to safety protocols and regulations at all times, ensuring a safe working environment for oneself and others.
Requirements
Drivers license
Based around the South West / South London area
FGAS Certified / NVQ level 2 refrigeration & air conditioning
Flexibility with start and finish times ( early starts / late finishes )
Experience supervising a team in the air conditioning industry
Good customer service skills
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Electrical Commercial Catering Engineer To cover London/Kent Basic up to £40,000 No on call (optional) No weekend work Door to door pay – Paid at 1.5 rate Overtime rates We are currently looking to recruit an experienced Electrical Commercial Catering Engineer in London to work within our specialist catering and refrigeration department. We have been established since 2001 and provide service and repair to Government Buildings, Restaurants, Hotels and Public Houses across London and Kent. As an Electrical Commercial Catering Engineer, your key responsibilities will include service, maintenance, repair and fault finding of electrical kitchen equipment. This role is field based and will require you to be customer facing as well as meeting clients. Previous Experience Required Full Drivers License (Essential) Relevant experience working on commercial catering equipment (essential) Electrical experience Package Overview Basic salary £36,000 - £40,000 (Depending on experience) 40 hour working week Monday-Friday No on call or weekend work (optional) Paid door to door20 Days holiday + 8 bank holidaysVan and fuel card Smart Phone Uniform and tools D2D Travel at 1.5Time ½ Monday – Saturday Double time on Sunday’s & Bank Holidays Top up training provided and funded if required. If you are interested in this Commercial Catering Engineer position, please send us a copy of your CV via the link below or email and one of our recruiters will give you a call for a confidential chat. Alternatively, please call us on 0121 389 0023 and we will be more than happy to go through the role in more detail. If this particular Commercial Catering Engineer Advert isn’t of interest to you, but you are a Catering Engineer looking for a new opportunity please still get in touch as we have new COMCAT Engineer roles in on a daily basis and may have another open that is more suitable. CV Bay Ltd are a UK based Engineering recruitment company with teams specialised in recruiting for the Engineering sector and have a range of COMCAT Engineer roles.....Read more...
Assistant Director of Finance Location: London Contract: Temporary (3-month initial) Salary: £600 – 750 per day Start Date: ASAP Sector: Local Government *Hybrid Working* Contact: greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk
Job Description Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for an Assistant Director of Finance on behalf of a Local Authority in London to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will deliver the strategic financial vision and direction of the authority, significantly impacting a range of services. They will lead the provision of business partnering services and also lead the production of service budget monitoring reports.
Main Responsibilities
Lead, coordinate and support all the service side activities that produce the Budget Strategy & MTFS, Budget Update and other reports.
Ensure the council has a robust financial management system with necessary controls and checks in place.
Lead and prepare, as required, accounts in relation to any Council owned companies.
Ensure financial aspects of operational and strategic, business and service plans promote and demonstrate best practice, sound financial governance, and deliver value for money.
Management of up to 3 direct reports and up to 18 indirect reports.
Candidate Criteria
CCAB/CIMA Qualified (CIPFA Preferred) Accountant with extensive PQE
Extensive experience within Local Authority Finance is essential including experience of operating at a senior level – Head of Finance/Senior Strategic role
Experience of working in Social Care Finance is highly desired
Proactive leader with experience of leading a strategic vision/business partnering functions in a Local Authority
Excellent management skills with the ability to communicate well at all levels
If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Greg at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed. ....Read more...
Cross Category Manager – Projects - Brent£55,155 - £58,248 p.aContract – Full Time:Duties/Responsibilities:
Acting in partnership with your key stakeholders you’ll manage complex, high to medium value procurement projects that are key to delivering good quality public services. In brief, you’ll be a key strategic advisor, confident and clear thinking, providing expert support and making sure projects achieve the best possible outcomes.You will have expert knowledge of procurement – ideally in the public sector It’s all about using the tools and techniques of strategic sourcing to achieve business goals. Through sound market analysis and strategy formulation, you’ll improve the quality of services being delivered, whilst always ensuring value for money.You should also have specialist knowledge of one of the areas mentioned above, plus a track record of managing complex, high-value projects with multiple stakeholders.A quick learner with the ability to hit the ground running. Adept at devising strategies, including innovative commercial arrangements or new service delivery models, you’ll understand the end-to-end procurement process and have plenty of experience leading multi-disciplined teams. With commercial acumen and great people skills, this could be your opportunity to stretch your talents to the full.You will be given the opportunity to showcase you strategic thinking and strategy deliver by leading a team to implement one of the key pillars of the Procurement Strategy and being recognised by senior leaders across the client a the Procurement lead for that pillar.Evidence of significant relevant Continuing Professional Development (CPD).Expert knowledge of public procurement processes.Knowledge and understanding of e-procurement tendering portals.Knowledge of the wider policy context for public procurement, e.g. the Transparency Agenda, Social Value, London Living Wage, Modern Slavery, Sustainability.Knowledge of local government decision-making and service planning.Broad knowledge of procurements ranging from Social Care to Construction.
Significant experience of managing procurements in a large, complex organisationTo find out more information please contact Lily at Lilye@4recruitmentservices.comRecruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.....Read more...
Paralegal - Local Government and Litigation Team - Basingstoke Contract 6 Months - Full Time - 5 Days per week - 37 hours Duties/Responsibilitie
To provide paralegal support to the Information Governance Team in dealing with Freedom of Information requests, Environmental Information requests, Data Protection Subject Access Requests and all related aspectsTo provide basic legal services and to provide administrative support to the Legal Services team.To provide paralegal support to the Planning and Litigation team within Legal ServicesTo provide basic legal services to the council and to provide administrative support to the Legal Services team.To provide paralegal support to the Property and Contracts team within Legal ServicesTo provide basic legal services to the council and to provide administrative support to the Legal Services team.To obtain title to land; assist with reports on title; complete land registry forms as required and assist with completions and other routine land transactions.Assist with the reorganisation of the Deeds room.Assist with the opening and closure of files in accordance with established procedure and the disposal of files and completion of the disposal register; Under the guidance of Solicitors and/or Legal Executives) to have care and conduct of legal advice and services commensurate with the skills and experience of the postholder.The Postholder will assist in the other work areas of the teams as required.To ensure that all deadlines are met and all procedures are followed correctly.To assist in ensuring that Information and Communication Technology (“ICT”) is used to the best effect in the economic and efficient delivery of legal services to the council.(Under the guidance of Solicitors and/or Chartered Legal Executives) to have care and conduct of primarily property and contract related legal advice and services commensurate with the skills and experience of the post holder.To ensure that all deadlines are met and all procedures are followed correctly.
Find out more information please contact Jake at jakem@4recruitmentservices.comRecruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency....Read more...
Finance Business Partner Location: Hampshire Contract: Temporary (3 months initial) Salary: £400-450 per day Start Date: ASAP Sector: Local Government *Hybrid Working* Contact: greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk
Job Description Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority in Hampshire for a Finance Business Partner to join their Social Care Finance team on a temporary basis. The postholder will mainly work on Adult Social Care matters but will also potentially be required to assist with Health and Childrens work. The Finance Business Partner will provide financial support to the Council's Transformation Programme with a focus of adult social care transformation (new operating model, re-structure, commissioning, learning disabilities).
Main Responsibilities
Provide strategic and financial decision support to the Leadership Team for Social Care to underpin strong financial performance.
Budget setting and the monitoring of revenue budgets, operating in accordance with financial policy and requirements.
Support and drive the business area in maximising impact for local residents and businesses through delivery of effective and efficient financial performance.
Drive strong financial control and advocate financial priorities to the business through the provision of timely & relevant management information.
Manage team performance, contributing to the deliver of an effective service.
Candidate Criteria
CCAB/CIMA Qualified Accountant with extensive PQE
Experience within Local Authority Finance, specifically within Social Care, is essential.
Experience of managing a team, including goal setting and performance reviews, in order to provide an effective service.
Experience of setting and monitoring budgets within a Local Authority environment
Great communication skills with the ability to work well on own initiative as well as part of a team
If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Greg at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed. ....Read more...
Location: Coalville – ONSITE
Role: Maintenance Engineer / M&E
Package: £35,00-38,0000PA
The Role
We are currently recruiting for a Static Mechanical & Electrical Engineer in Bedfordshire to join our team. We have been established for over 20 years specialising in Gas, Air Conditioning and Electrical services across the UK. As a business, we are committed to looking after our employees providing them with flexibility and a great place to work.
As an experienced Building Maintenance Engineer, you will be working in an office building in Bedfordshire carrying out all service works such as basic Plumbing, Mechanical and Electrical works.
Responsibilities:
Basic plumbing
Mechanical Experience : BMS systems, UPS Systems, AHU's, mechanical plant, water tests
Electrical works such as lighting / controls , pat testing
Perform routine maintenance tasks such as repairing plumbing systems, electrical wiring, and HVAC systems
Inspect buildings and equipment to identify and resolve issues
Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations
Respond to maintenance requests in a timely manner
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment and systems
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities
Package:
£35,000-38,000 per year
Full time/permanent position
Uniform
Mobile phone and tablet
22 days holiday (+bank holidays) increasing with length of service
Online payslips
Government pension scheme
Career progression & training opportunities
Childcare voucher scheme
Staff recognition scheme
Company socials throughout the year and subsidised Christmas party
Overtime After 5pm = 1.5
After midnight double time
Saturday 1.5
Sunday double time
If you are interested in this role, please apply with your CV and we will give you a call for a confidential chat. Alternatively, please call Katie Yoxall @ CV BAY....Read more...
Climate17 is delighted to be partnering with The Greater South East Net Zero Hub (GSENZH); a high-profile and high-impact government-backed initiative, designed to develop and support the delivery of projects to accelerate the UK’s transition to Net Zero. Set up by the UK government in 2018 and funded by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), there are five Local Net Zero Hubs across England. All Hubs work together to help the UK reach Net Zero. To date, the Net Zero Hubs have supported 200+ major net zero projects valued at over £4Bn including large-scale solar, Heat Networks, Smart Grids, domestic retrofit, hydrogen development, public estate-wide energy opportunity assessments, fleet and depot decarbonisation, network constraint, building decarbonisation & research & development. The opportunity GSENZH is assembling a team to launch and manage the net-zero pilot programme across Manchester, West Midlands & York & North East Yorkshire Combined Authorities As Support Coordinator - Net Zero, you will report to the Local Net-Zero Accelerator (LNZA) Programme Lead and provide senior administrative support to the DESNZ Programme Board, DESNZ Green Finance Project Board, LNZA Programme Lead and the GSENZH Delivery Team. You will support the smooth and integrated running of the LNZA programme by coordinating diaries and activities that are shared across the team and acting as secretariat for internal/ external meetings. Providing support services to the LNZA Programme Lead, including diary management and key stakeholder liaison. Providing secretarial and administrative support for the respective Programme and Project Boards and any other groups set up, maintaining effective governance through coordinating governance and progress reporting activities across the team. Duties will include: Provide support to the LNZA Programme Lead with the coordination of Governance and reporting activities as well as liaising with support functions such as Procurement, HR, Finance and Legal.Support the diary management of the LNZA team and act as direct support to the LNZA Programme Lead.Support the LNZA team in the organisation and administration of stakeholder engagement activities to maximum effect.Provide capacity to the team, as required, on project delivery and contract management process.Ensure all minutes and actions of meetings are captured effectively and that a record of agreed actions and supporting documents are maintained and correctly filed.Be responsible for the administration of the DESNZ Programme Board and Green Finance Project Board, ensuring that the agendas follow the annual plan and are set in good time, ensuring that all papers are prepared, formatted, and distributed promptly.Provide secretariat support for the DESNZ programme board meetings which will be held quarterly no earlier than 10 days after the cycle of project boards to allow relevant reports to be written and circulated by projects to programme board members ahead of meetings.Provide comprehensive minutes of all DESNZ Programme Board and Green Finance Project Board meetings, capturing challenges, ideas and actions which arise from all meetings (with separate confidential minutes as required).Ensure that all decisions taken are communicated to the relevant parties and that actions are taken forward and implemented.Support the reporting of key performance indicators. Ideal Skills & Experience Strong organisational ability, capable of completing tasks and actions efficiently and effectively.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent interpersonal skills – confident in answering telephone calls, liaising with a variety of stakeholders, taking messages where necessary and disseminating to the appropriate team member accordingly.Minimum of 2 years of experience gained in an administrative role or similar.Experience working as part of a high-performing team.Experience working in fast-paced environments with senior stakeholders.Previous experience of minute-taking.Proven and working knowledge of IT systems, including Microsoft Office applications.Knowledge of governance process.Genuine interest in energy and/or sustainability. LeadershipThe post-holder is expected to always maintain the highest level of confidentiality and discretion during their work.Take pride in delivering high-quality output within ambitious timeframes.Understand the importance and value of teamwork whilst being comfortable working autonomously.Self-motivated with a willingness to succeed.Have excellent attention to detail including proofreading skills. About Us Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector. Inclusive Application Process Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. If you require additional support, equipment or resources in order to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.....Read more...
Project Manager – Net Zero Climate17 is delighted to be partnering with The Greater South East Net Zero Hub (GSENZH); a high-profile and high-impact government-backed project group to develop and support the delivery of projects to accelerate the UK’s transition to Net Zero. Set up by the UK government in 2018 and funded by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), there are five Local Net Zero Hubs across England. All Hubs work together to help the UK reach Net Zero. To date, the Net Zero Hubs have supported 200+ major Net Zero projects valued at over £4Bn including large-scale solar, Heat Networks, Smart Grids, domestic retrofit, hydrogen development, public estate-wide energy opportunity assessments, fleet and depot decarbonisation, network constraint, building decarbonisation & research & development. The opportunity GSENZH is assembling a team to launch and manage a Net-Zero pilot programme across Manchester, West Midlands & York & North East Yorkshire Combined Authorities. They are seeking a Project Manager - Net-Zero, and the post holder will be embedded in the Local Net Zero Accelerator pilot project place undertaking intelligence gathering to capture processes and decisions on a day-to-day basis to inform and shape future support to public sector organisations. The post holder will have an excellent understanding of and experience in programme and project management processes, governance and decision-making processes and produce written work to a high standard, ensuring alignment with programme goals and requirements of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. The pilot projects aim to develop place-based investment prospectuses containing aggregated bundles of projects across multiple net zero sectors. The GSENZH is responsible for oversight and management of the pilot as an independent Hub. Duties will include:Develop and maintain effective relationships with place-based delivery teams, based on collaborative working and trust.Engage with senior stakeholders, project development teams and strategic delivery partners (consultants, green finance delivery)Intelligence gathering – systemically collect feedback and data from local implementations, capturing processes and decision-making on a day-to-day basis.Identify and capture delivery challenges and barriers faced by the places.Responsible for collating lessons learnt and collaborating with other places and project managers to identify common themes.Capture and review all evidence collated, produce high quality written briefings and reports to senior stakeholders and DESNZ.Review and process grant claims Qualifications & Knowledge Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience) in a related discipline.Knowledge of energy technologies and their applications, including in depth knowledge of at least one of the following local net zero sectors - local renewable energy generation, storage, heat decarbonisation, housing retrofit, mobility (EV)In depth knowledge of programme and project management processesKnowledge of HM Treasury 5 case business model (green book) processProject Management qualification e.g. Prince 2, APM PMQKnowledge of the green finance sectorPublic sector procurement Experience Extensive project management skills with the ability to develop projects for optimal delivery.Proven track record of developing and maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders with the ability to work and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders.Proven track record in undertaking intelligence gathering/research activities and production of high-quality written reports.Experience of decision-making processes and governance frameworks, ideally in project development and delivery in the public sectorAble to write reports/proposals/professional briefings and adapt outputs for different audiencesWell-developed interpersonal and communication skills: able to form effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders from public and private sectors, senior management.Place based decarbonisation/net zero project planning/development/delivery experience e.g. local renewable energy generation, storage, heat decarbonisation, housing retrofit, mobility (EV)Developing Green Book business casesExperience of reviewing, processing and approving grant claims/contracts Leadership Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and discretion at all times during the course of their work.Highly organised with a clear understanding of objectives, pipelines of future work, activities and timeframesBe transparent and fair in all decision making and leadership approach.Provide and accept constructive feedback from colleagues, continuous improvement mindsetAbout Us Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector. Inclusive Application Process Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. If you require additional support, equipment or resources in order to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.....Read more...
Oldham – Contracts/Procurement LawyerLocation - OL1 1NL (Hybrid)£25.46ph – On going contract – Full time
To provide legal advice on the legal aspects of contract drafting, management and contact dispute resolutionTo provide legal advice and legal services in relation to commercial law, contract and procurement law and practiceTo provide comprehensive advice, support and training to Council officers and managers in respect of contracts/procurement mattersTo assist the Council in updating, development and interpretation and legal application of the Council’s Constitution and governance arrangements
Delivering comprehensive, timely legal advice and legal work in particular in the areas of commercial law, contract law, procurement law, company law and local government law and practice.Ensuring that decision-making in relation to the Council’s contracts is lawful and in accordance with the Council’s Constitution and the Council’s governance arrangements.Support the provision of project management where required, and the provision of commercial support and governance of projects in accordance with the Council’s governance and management arrangements as required.Undertaking the legal work of a specialist and/or complex nature, including research, the preparation of advice to Council officers and Elected Members, the drafting of contracts, and the drafting and presentation of reports and other documentation, without supervision.Liaison with the Group Lawyer (Corporate) and the other managers/officers within Legal Services to ensure effective co-ordination of all legal services to the Council.Working with client officers to ensure that they are appropriately advised and supported, and are able to provide informed instructions to the Council’s external advisers (where engaged) as required. Advising on the need for specialist external advice, procuring, instructing and managing external legal advisers where these are engaged.To design and deliver regular updates and training on developments in contract/procurement law and practice that have implications for the Council’s policies, procedures and Constitutional matters.To design and update all relevant precedents and documentation needed to comply with the key duties of the post.
To find out more information please contact Deanna at Deannac@4recruimentservices.com Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity....Read more...
Job Title: Communications Manager Salary: £500- £531 per dayLocation: Across London/Hybrid Working
Contract Details:
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Pay Rate: Up to £500 per day
Location: Across London/Hybrid Working
Job Purpose: As a Communications Manager at Counter Terrorism Policing HQ, you will play a pivotal role in defining and implementing communications strategies for priority programmes and projects aimed at protecting the public from terrorism. Collaborating closely with colleagues across the national Counter Terrorism Policing network, you'll work on vital issues, ensuring key audiences have the information they need when they need it.
Key Responsibilities:
Define and implement communications strategies for priority programmes and projects.
Collaborate with stakeholders to create a coordinated approach to violence reduction.
Lead efforts to combat violence against women and girls.
Oversee the launch and implementation of the Serious Violence Duty.
Develop and execute the VRU violence and vulnerability action plan.
Analyse data to evaluate program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
Advocate for policy changes to support violence reduction efforts.
Build strong relationships with community members, local organisations, and government agencies.
Job Requirements:
Experience in planning and implementing communications activity.
Strong analytical and communication skills.
Ability to build excellent relationships with stakeholders.
Understanding of different communication channels and audience insights.
Commitment to continuous professional development.
National Security Vetting (NSV) Developed Vetting (DV) clearance required.
How to Apply: To apply, please sen your CV to Lewis.Ashcroft@Servicecare.org.uk
Counter Terrorism Policing is committed to creating an inclusive working environment and encourages applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements. We particularly welcome applications from ethnic minority groups, females, and individuals with disabilities.
Essential For The Role:
Social media management skills
Website management experience
Knowledge of digital analytics tools
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Desirable Experience:
Formal journalism qualification
Experience in media or press focus
Leadership and support experience
Positive attitude towards challenges
Willingness to work flexible hours if required
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Senior AI Engineer – Complex R&D
Newton Colmore is working with a renowned inventor of defence and security technologies in Cambridge who is looking for a senior AI/Machine Learning Engineer.
This is an exciting and newly created role that will allow you to work on ground-breaking technologies such as computer vision, object detection, radar and sonar systems and secure wireless communications.
You will be a senior member of the team and will be charged with the technical delivery of a broad variety of AI/machine learning work. This will include working on brand new innovations and inventions both for government agencies and companies who wish to integrate the technology into larger products and services.
Coupled with the delivery of complex product development you will also need to manage stakeholders so this role would be perfect for an experienced engineer who is looking to enhance their commercial experience and capabilities.
To be considered for this exciting role you will need to have experience of developing machine learning solutions coupled with strong engineering fundamentals and excellent pen-and-paper mathematical skills. We are open to considering candidates from other sectors if there is strong academics and a record of delivering on complex solutions/products. The position is also open to PhD graduates.
You will also need to be able to attain British security clearance for this role.
In exchange for your skills and expertise, the company offer a highly competitive package, including bonus, relocation assistance and pension as well as providing excellent career progression and training. However, we find the reason people want to join this company is due to the complex nature of the work that they undertake.
For more information, make a confidential application now and a member of our team will be in touch with more information.
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Barnsley – Contracts/Procurement LawyerLocation - OL1 1NL (Hybrid)£25.46ph – On going contract – Full time
To provide legal advice on the legal aspects of contract drafting, management and contact dispute resolutionTo provide legal advice and legal services in relation to commercial law, contract and procurement law and practiceTo provide comprehensive advice, support and training to Council officers and managers in respect of contracts/procurement mattersTo assist the Council in updating, development and interpretation and legal application of the Council’s Constitution and governance arrangements
Delivering comprehensive, timely legal advice and legal work in particular in the areas of commercial law, contract law, procurement law, company law and local government law and practice.Ensuring that decision-making in relation to the Council’s contracts is lawful and in accordance with the Council’s Constitution and the Council’s governance arrangements.Support the provision of project management where required, and the provision of commercial support and governance of projects in accordance with the Council’s governance and management arrangements as required.Undertaking the legal work of a specialist and/or complex nature, including research, the preparation of advice to Council officers and Elected Members, the drafting of contracts, and the drafting and presentation of reports and other documentation, without supervision.Liaison with the Group Lawyer (Corporate) and the other managers/officers within Legal Services to ensure effective co-ordination of all legal services to the Council.Working with client officers to ensure that they are appropriately advised and supported, and are able to provide informed instructions to the Council’s external advisers (where engaged) as required. Advising on the need for specialist external advice, procuring, instructing and managing external legal advisers where these are engaged.To design and deliver regular updates and training on developments in contract/procurement law and practice that have implications for the Council’s policies, procedures and Constitutional matters.To design and update all relevant precedents and documentation needed to comply with the key duties of the post.
To find out more information please contact Deanna at Deannac@4recruimentservices.com Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity....Read more...
Commercial Catering EngineerTo cover LondonBenefits IncludeBasic up to £45,000No on call (optional)No weekend workDoor to door pay – Paid at 1.5 rateOvertime ratesWe are currently looking to recruit an experienced Commercial Catering Engineer in London to work within our specialist catering and refrigeration department. We have been established since 2001 and provide service and repair to Government Buildings, Restaurants, Hotels and Public Houses across London and Kent.As a Commercial Catering Engineer, your key responsibilities will include service, maintenance, repair and fault finding of gas and electric kitchen equipment. This role is field based and will require you to be customer facing as well as meeting clients.Previous Experience RequiredCOMCAT 1,3,5 (Essential)Full Drivers License (Essential)Relevant experience working on commercial catering equipmentElectrical experience (not required but an advantage)Package OverviewBasic salary starting from £36,000 - £45,000 (Depending on experience)
40 hour working week
Monday-Friday
No on call or weekend work
Paid door to door
20 Days holiday + 8 bank holidays
Van and fuel card
Smart Phone
Uniform and tools
D2D Travel at 1.5
Overtime RatesTime ½ Monday – SaturdayDouble time on Sunday’s & Bank HolidaysTop up training provided and funded if required.If you are interested in this Commercial Catering Engineer position, please send us a copy of your CV via the link below or email and one of our recruiters will give you a call for a confidential chat. Alternatively, please call us on 0121 389 0023 and we will be more than happy to go through the role in more detail.If this particular Commercial Catering Engineer Advert isn’t of interest to you, but you are a Catering Engineer looking for a new opportunity please still get in touch as we have new COMCAT Engineer roles in on a daily basis and may have another open that is more suitable.CV Bay Ltd are a UK based Engineering recruitment company with teams specialised in recruiting for the Engineering sector and have a range of COMCAT Engineer roles.....Read more...
Temporary Accommodation & Procurement Service Manager 17.5 Hours a Week – 2 Days in Office, 1 WFH Initially Office Based whilst Training We are seeking a Housing Services Manager to oversee a Temporary Accommodation and Procurement Team. You will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Temporary Accommodation and Procurement Team and directly supervising the Senior Temporary Accommodation Officer, Senior Procurement Officer, Senior Access & Support Officer, the Supported Project Manager and Caretakers. Your role will involve developing and implementing systems and practices to ensure that the service achieves performance targets and quality standards.Key Responsibilities:
Manage and supervise staff within the Temporary Accommodation and Procurement Team, ensuring compliance with legislation, council policies, and best practices.
Lead the development and implementation of strategies to procure suitable properties for homeless clients, meeting statutory targets and housing needs.
Assist in formulating strategy, policy, and development for private sector housing.
Set priorities for the team's work, ensuring performance and customer care standards are met.
Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement new policies or frameworks in response to demands and government targets.
Develop and implement new procedures or practices for the team, considering legislative and accreditation requirements.
Effectively manage budgets and resources, negotiate with landlords, and evaluate information to identify solutions.
Represent the organization in meetings, presentations, and negotiations with stakeholders.
Essential Requirements
Good knowledge of current housing legislation related to homelessness.
Proven ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
Strong negotiation skills for property procurement and landlord relations.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to analyse complex situations.
Effective communication and presentation skills.
Understanding of multi-agency partnerships and team management.
Ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload, including attending meetings and emergencies outside office hours.
Significant experience in front-line housing services and team management.
Track record of delivering high-quality customer-focused services and driving service improvement.
If you are interested in this position and meet the above criteria, please send your CV now for consideration. If you require any additional information regarding the position, please call Alex at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208 966 or send an E-Mail to alex.yates@servicecare.org.uk....Read more...
Job Title: Assistant Regional Chief EngineerLocation: AmsterdamSalary: €4,500 - 5,000Job Description:Are you passionate about ensuring guests have a seamless experience in impeccably maintained hotels? Join us as an Assistant Regional Chief Engineer!Main Role:In this role, you'll support the Regional Chief Engineer in overseeing the facilities of all hotels in the Dutch region, ensuring optimal operational conditions. Collaborating with maintenance teams across properties, you'll conduct preventive maintenance and repairs on hotel power plant machinery to uphold a safe, secure, and comfortable environment for guests, colleagues, and contractors.Preferred Experience:
Familiarity with BMS - PRIVA systemProficiency in operating and testing fire alarm systems and sprinkler installationsDesired experience in electrical, mechanical, and plumbing fields, or strong expertise in any of these areasExperience in team management preferredGood understanding of different building materials and their applications, facilitating purchasing decisions
Tasks and Responsibilities:Primary Duties:
Support the Regional Chief Engineer in Capex and maintenance projects for Park Plaza and art’otel hotels in the Netherlands.Conduct regular hotel inspections to assess maintenance needs, equipment requirements, and operational standards.Ensure compliance with relevant laws by coordinating with government and insurance inspectors.Direct maintenance, repair, and renovation activities to maintain a safe and efficient physical plant.Improve maintenance standards through process enhancement and strategic changes.Proactively manage projects and provide timely technical support.Recommend and maintain inventory levels based on budget and supply availability.Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and recommendations alongside the Regional Chief Engineer.
Health and Safety:
Maintain extensive knowledge of hotel security and health & safety procedures.Promptly report and address potential and actual hazards.Ensure awareness of departmental Risk Assessments among employees.
Leadership:
Develop maintenance management skills and abilities among team members.Provide leadership to maintenance teams and support ongoing initiatives.Collaborate closely with Regional Chief Engineer, Chief Engineers, and maintenance teams to ensure cohesion and best practices.
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An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Projects Solicitor to join a major UK law firm in its Leeds office. The firm has consistently been named as one of the 100 Best Companies to work for. This is truly a great opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to join a cutting-edge law firm.
The team are regularly involved in high value and high-profile projects often with national importance. Acting across a range of sectors for government departments, contracting authorities and private sector clients on a variety of complex and high value commercial contracts. You will be given the opportunity to run your own projects and procurement strategies and would ideally suit a confident self-starter.
The role will involve drafting and negotiating high value commercial contracts, co-ordinating project management, and mentoring junior members of the team. You will also be encouraged and supported to pursue business development activities and marketing events. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Solicitor who is wanting a role that offers both high-quality work and a great working environment.
The ideal candidate will be at least 5 years PQE, however, this level of experience has been given as an approximate guide for applicants and our client is happy to consider the applications of candidates who fall outside of this bracket.
If this Commercial Projects Solicitor role sounds of interest please do get in touch with Rachel Birkinshaw at Saccomann.....Read more...
SEND Improvement Lead – West Sussex£650 day rateContract – Full Time:Hybrid working – 3 days in office requiredDuties/Responsibilities:
You will work closely with the SEND & Inclusion senior leadership team and all services within the Children and Young people Directorate, senior health leaders from the Sussex Integrated Care Board and members of the SEND & AP Partnership Board as a subject matter expert.You will also be at the forefront of delivering a service to overcome inequalities in provision and achievement by establishing and sustaining effective relationships with all partners to bring about continuity of pathways for all our children and young people with SEND to prepare them for adulthood.The key function of this role is to lead the change programme required in response to the government’s ‘SEND and Alternative Provision (AP) Implementation Plan’ and improve the provision and support available for children and young people locally. West Sussex local authority is part of theRegional Expert Partnerships that are testing out and piloting aspects of the Implementation Plan, this role requires the postholder to work with the Department for Education and other local authority areas to inform the development of our Local Inclusion Plan.The postholder will be need to co-design and produce plans and services with parent carers and children and young people. You will be responsible for working with staff, schools, internal and external partners to deliver this element of our education services. They will be a highly effective leaders and manager who is committed to securing the best outcomes for children and young people. The role will require the management of resources, high quality programme deliveryand an ability to work skilfully across teams and partner organisations. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has the skills and ambition to deliver high quality and sustainable service improvement and provide accountability, support and challenge.The post holder needs to be highly organised and creative. Ideally, you will have experience of successful development and implementation of improvement plans as well as the ability to influence stakeholders and create innovative and creative strategies to make sustainable service improvements.
To find out more information please contact Lily at Lilye@4recruitmentservices.comRecruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.....Read more...
