Provide assistance to officers, engineers and designers
Assist in the preparation and production of detailed technical engineering drawings using computer aided design (AutoCAD) from a combination of survey data, hand produced drafts and GIS digitised mapping database, under supervision
Maintain, update and access manual and computerised databases to produce information/reports as requested
General clerical duties, filing and maintaining records
Assist in the preparation of statutory notices in accordance with the New Roads and Street Works Act
Assist in dealing with third party claims against the council
Ensure compliance with relevant Health and Safety legislation in all aspects of work undertaken so that your own safety, and the safety of working colleagues and occasional visitors, is safeguarded so far as is reasonably practical
Training:
Civil Engineering Technician Level 3
How the training will be delivered is to be confirmed
Training Outcome:Progression into a Civil Engineering role.Employer Description:North Lincolnshire Council have an aspiration to make North Lincolnshire the best place to live, work, visit and invest. We have built a strong working relationships in the pursuit of the realisation of this ambition and have delivered many successful employment and skills programmes over recent years, working hard to secure positive outcomes for our residents.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, working hours TBC.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working....Read more...
To undertake training and gain experience / qualifications (subject to funding) in a variety of duties in departments across the business i.e. poolside (lifeguard and swimming instruction), fitness suite, reception, café, etc.
To initially learn, and in future (subject to competency) assist in the preparation, rig, and de-rig of respective areas of the buildings and equipment in accordance with the programme
To initially learn, and in future (subject to competency) assist in undertaking the recording of pool water tests and immediately report the readings to a Duty Manager
To initially learn, and in future (subject to competency) maintain all areas of the buildings in a clean and tidy condition, undertaking major cleaning duties on a regular basis as programmed by the departmental Daily Log
To initially learn, and in future (subject to competency) to clean the poolside and pool bottom with pool vacuum, First Aid room, changing rooms, toilet and shower areas and any other areas of the building according to the apprenticeship programme, as detailed on the relevant departmental Daily Log
Training:Off the job training will be delivered on site, with some exceptions (I.e. no standard day-release / college attendance required):
NVQ Level 2 Leisure Team Member
National Pool Lifeguard Qualification
Level 1 Swimming Assistant (Teaching)
Level 2 Swimming Teacher or STA Level 2 Award in Teaching Swimming
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness or Gym Instructing
Training Outcome:On successful completion of the 18 month apprenticeship programme, the Company would expect to be able to offer continued employment and/or further career pathway opportunities, subject of course to the candidate meeting the required standards.Employer Description:Impulse Leisure is an ambitious and innovative organisation that operates as a Charitable Leisure Trust. We operate a total of four facilities across Essex in pursuit of our mission – to create active and healthy communities. We are a vital component in the improvement of health and wellbeing in the communities in which we work, and continually seek applicants who will share in our vision. Therefore, we only seek the most inspiring, highly motivated and professional people to join our teams.
Impulse Leisure offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) to disabled applicants providing minimum criteria are met within the Person Specification for the vacancy.Working Hours :Working days and times include early mornings, late evenings, weekend and bank holiday working patterns according to operational need. Breaks are unpaid.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Physical fitness....Read more...
Climate17 are working alongside a specialist advisory firm in the renewable energy industry who help their clients develop, finance, build, and operate projects like solar, wind, and hydro power plants. They are actively looking for a Technical Asset Management Specialist to help them successfully manage their Asset Management contracts on behalf of their clients. Responsibilities Analyse and follow up on results of daily monitoring of the performance and events allocation performed by control room about portfolios composed of PV utility scale assets.Cooperate with control room to collect events affecting plant production as mapped on internal monitoring platform and coordinate with onsite operators to solve the incidentsFollow-up with onsite O&M and third parties to properly address availably related to the eventsSupervising preventive and corrective maintenance by O&M contractors validating scheduling and reporting and tracking deadlinesSupervise insurance and warranty claimsSupervise correct application of grid curtailment, reactive power control and adoption of measures to mitigate negative market pricesCooperate with Technical Advisory team to spot any potential revamping, repowering reengineering activities, presenting the opportunities to the ClientPeriodical site visits to check the conditions of the plants under supervision following internal procedures also related to HSE obligationsSupervise production and validate before delivery of all the scheduled reporting (weekly, monthly, quarterly)Coordinate with accounting for approval of invoices about services delivered by third partiesSupport administration and tax specialist sharing technical info requiredReport to the client, and the financing parties, the main parameters of the technical performance of the plants in compliance with the contractual obligationsSupervise the contracts in place, mainly the O&M ones, checking all the obligations are met and the guaranteed metrics have been achievedCoordinate with all the bodies involved in the operation (local regulator, grid operator, municipalities, authorities) Requirements Bachelor or Masters Degree in Engineering,At least 1 year of experience in the renewable energy sector – ideally solar PVComputer Skills: Microsoft Office package while PVSYST, GIS and Autocad are a plusLanguage Skills: Fluent EnglishAwareness of the regulatory and compliance activities required in the UKDriving license and availability to travel time to timeClient management and Customer Service oriented mindsetAwareness of the UK electricity market and main players involvedAwareness about main HSE topics related to Renewables Location: UK Remote + travel as required. 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...
The Business Administrator Apprentice is a key role within the Councils Property Information service, which sits within our Property Services Team.
This apprentice role offers the opportunity to develop valuable and varied experience within a busy Property Information team.
The core purpose of the team is to provide technical support for the maintenance of accurate, complete and up-to-date property-related information in respect of all property owned, used or maintained by the Council, to meet the operational and business requirements of the service.
This apprenticeship will have a line manager, workplace mentor, inclusive employment manager and a dedicated apprentice programme tutor.
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, the post holder will progress to the substantive post of Information Technician.
Notwithstanding the detail in this Job Role Profile, the job holder will undertake such work as may be determined by the manager from time to time, up to or at a level consistent with the principal responsibilities of the job.
Many services and customers span across the Borough, and therefore you may be required to work at any location in Cheshire West and Chester.
This role is classed as ‘agile’, which means that the post holder’s primary base will be to work from home, as well as at Council offices and across the Borough as required, but there will be an expectation that you will need to be in the office twice a week.
The duration of the apprenticeship is expected to be 18 months for this Level 3 Business Administrator Apprentice and a 3-month duration to sit the End Point Assessment.
With appropriate support and supervision, the Apprentice will…
Contribute to the maintenance of the corporate property information databases, geographic information systems and other specialist systems utilised by the service, to ensure that the information is complete, up to date and accurate.
Contribute to the operation of the service’s document management system to ensure that documents are captured and stored appropriately and in a timely manner.
Extract and interpret information from existing data sources, records/systems/databases for inclusion into corporate property information systems.
Provide a prompt and efficient response to requests for information from within the service, other departments, Councillors and members of the public and stakeholder partners on property owned or occupied by the Council to ensure that the appropriate and accurate information is given.
Prepare property interest plans utilising specialist GIS software as required for all purposes, including property transactions, planning applications and for inclusion in legal documents to enable effective property and asset management decisions to be taken.
Transfer documents/files to document storage facilities, including Deep Store, where appropriate and check and action destruction dates for documents in accordance with the Council’s policies and legal requirements.
Training:An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying on employer sites or via Microsoft Teams. Delivery is to be discussed with the training provider and the hiring manager must suit operational needs.Training Outcome:On successful completion of the apprenticeship, the post holder will progress to the substantive post of Information Technician. This Apprenticeship has a permanent contract of employment. Employer Description:Our work spans over 3,900 colleagues across hundreds of roles, professions and services, making us one of the most diverse and complex employers in the region. We are responsible for delivering a wide range of essential public services and strategic priorities that shape the places, communities and lives of our residents every single day.
From frontline delivery to professional, technical and corporate roles, our organisation brings together expertise from across disciplines to respond to the evolving needs of our borough — supporting people, strengthening communities and driving long-term change at scale.Working Hours :Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Excel....Read more...
EAD Circuit Designer / OSP Access Network Design
Ethernet Access Network Design, Fibre Network Design, OSP / FTTP Network Design, EMI, EPR, Telecoms Design in Utility, Substation, Power, Electricity, Rail or Industrial sites
UK wide – work from home – full remote working
Role: EAD Circuit Designer / Service Designer / Access Network Design Engineer
Key Skills: EAD Design, Ethernet Access Direct, FTTP, Fibre Network Design, BT Openreach, Access Network, Telecom Infrastructure, EMC, EPR, Circuit Design, Network Planning
Location: UK (Remote) – work from home – full remote working
Type: Contract / Fixed-Term
Day Rate: Negotiable DOE, Inside IR35
Overview:
@mecscomms is recruiting for an EAD Circuit Designer / Service Designer to support a major telecoms delivery programme focused on Ethernet Access Direct (EAD), leased line and carrier Ethernet circuit delivery into utility, power sites and substation environments.
The role is specifically focused on sites where telecoms delivery may be affected by electromagnetic interference, EMC requirements, Earth Potential Rise, fibre/copper suitability, cabinet specification, cable entry, ventilation, earthing, and substation access constraints.
This is a highly specialised telecom infrastructure design role, requiring deep experience in BT Openreach EAD delivery, fibre access design, circuit feasibility and design pack production.
The position focuses on ensuring designs are technically feasible, safe, installable and compliant, particularly in complex environments impacted by electromagnetic interference (EMI), Earth Potential Rise (EPR), and utility constraints within utility, substation, power, rail or industrial environments.
You will act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), working across survey, design and delivery to ensure high-quality, implementation-ready design outputs.
Purpose:
To design, validate and deliver high-quality EAD / Ethernet access circuit solutions, ensuring alignment with BT Openreach processes, utility constraints and real-world installation requirements, while reducing delivery risk and rework.
Technology / Domain Stack:
• EAD (Ethernet Access Direct) / Leased Line / Carrier Ethernet
• FTTP / Fibre Network Design
• BT Openreach Access Network
• Circuit Routing & Feasibility Assessment
• HLD / LLD Design Documentation
• EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
• EPR (Earth Potential Rise)
• Substation / Utility / Power Environments
• Telecom Cabinets (45U EMC Cabinets, ventilation, filters, cable entry)
• Fibre vs Copper Access Design
• CAD / Visio / Network Design Tools
Keywords:
EAD Designer, Ethernet Access Direct, Fibre Network Designer, FTTP Planner, Access Network Designer, Telecom Design Engineer, Circuit Designer, OSP Design, Openreach EAD, Carrier Ethernet, Network Planning, Telecom Infrastructure, HLD, LLD, Substation Telecoms, Utility Telecoms, EMC, EPR
Core Activity:
Design and deliver EAD / Ethernet access circuits for complex telecom environments
Assess site feasibility and access constraints based on surveys and technical inputs
Translate requirements into practical design packs for delivery and implementation
Ensure alignment with BT Openreach delivery lifecycle and standards
Identify and mitigate design, installation and delivery risks early
Collaborate with stakeholders across design, engineering, utilities and suppliers
Support delivery teams to resolve design vs field execution issues
Responsibilities:
Design EAD / leased line / carrier Ethernet circuits for telecom delivery
Interpret BT Openreach survey outputs, routing constraints and provisioning requirements
Produce HLD / LLD and implementation-ready design documentation
Assess fibre vs copper suitability based on environmental and technical constraints
Identify risks relating to EMI, EMC and Earth Potential Rise (EPR)
Validate telecom infrastructure including ducting, cabinets, routing and access points
Ensure cabinet designs meet EMC, ventilation and cable entry requirements
Work closely with carriers, operators, utility providers, engineers and suppliers
Translate task sheets and requirements into deliverable design outputs
Support Acceptance Into Live Support (AILS) readiness and handover documentation
Proactively identify delivery blockers, risks and design gaps
Deliverables:
Site-level EAD circuit designs
Feasibility assessments with risks and assumptions
HLD / LLD design packs
Cabinet and infrastructure validation outputs
Bill of Materials (BoM) and implementation mapping
Risk and issue logs
As-built documentation and AILS handover inputs
Working Environment:
Large-scale telecom infrastructure programme
Cross-functional collaboration (engineering, utilities, delivery teams)
High-complexity environments (substations, utilities, industrial sites)
Strong focus on technical accuracy, safety and delivery assurance
Fast-paced, delivery-driven environment with real-world impact
Candidate Profile:
Candidates should possess hands-on experience in EAD / Ethernet access circuit design and delivery. You will combine technical depth, practical delivery understanding and strong documentation capability to ensure successful telecom deployments in complex environments.
Essential:
Proven experience in EAD / Ethernet Access Direct / leased line design
Strong knowledge of BT Openreach delivery lifecycle and processes
Experience producing HLD, LLD and implementation design packs
Ability to interpret site surveys, routing constraints and technical inputs
Strong understanding of fibre access design and circuit routing
Experience working across design to delivery lifecycle
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Desirable:
Experience in substation, utility, rail or industrial telecom environments
Knowledge of EMI / EMC and Earth Potential Rise (EPR)
Understanding of copper vs fibre limitations in high-voltage environments
Experience with telecom cabinet / rack design (EMC cabinets, ventilation, filters)
Awareness of NRSWA, civils and streetworks considerations
CAD / Visio / GIS design tooling experience
Key Traits:
Highly practical and delivery-focused engineer
Strong problem-solving and analytical capability
Ability to challenge assumptions and identify risks early
Detail-oriented with strong documentation discipline
Comfortable working across technical and non-technical stakeholders
Proactive, collaborative and solutions-driven
@mecscomms: uniting opportunity with ambition in Telecoms | Media | Technology
@mecscomms is the brand name of MECS Communications Ltd who provide permanent & contract recruitment consultancy service as an Employment Agency & Employment Business.
For more information or a list of current vacancies, please see our web site at mecscomms.co.uk
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Senior Flood Risk & Drainage ConsultantFully Remote (UK)£45,000 – £55,000+ depending on experiencePermanentReports to: Director / PrincipalAbout the companyOur client is an independent specialist consultancy working in UK flood risk, water and environment. They're small enough that every consultant has visible impact, and their work spans residential developments to nationally significant infrastructure. Their reputation is built on rigorous technical analysis, careful problem-solving, and unlocking development potential on sites where flood risk is a central planning consideration.Why this company? Why Now?They're growing — not for the sake of headcount, but because their project pipeline demands it. Recent work across complex development sites, public sector flood defence schemes and international commissions means they're adding another senior consultant to the team.Above all, they're looking for someone who wants to come in and drive their own career — not wait for it.What sets them apart
Niche focus, national impact. Water, flood risk and environment are the entire business — not a service line bolted onto something larger.
Your name on the work. Senior consultants here build direct client relationships, present findings to planning committees, and become a recognised face in the industry.
Innovation is embedded. They develop proprietary tools like FloodMetric, adopt current modelling techniques, and actively invest in technology. If you have an idea that improves how they work, you'll be heard.
Genuine flexibility. Fully remote with truly flexible hours. Their team spans the UK and they care about deliverables, not presenteeism.
Career progression you can see. In a team of this size your contribution is visible from day one. Principal and leadership pathways are open to those who demonstrate the capability — and they'll actively support you through chartership, CPD and the company Academy.
The RoleAs a Senior Flood Risk & Drainage Consultant, you'll manage, coordinate and deliver Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies for a range of clients — from private developers working through complex EA flood zones to local authorities seeking robust technical evidence. You'll lead on technically demanding projects, direct junior team members, and think independently about how best to approach the brief.Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Lead the production and technical review of Flood Risk Assessments and Surface Water Drainage Strategies, ensuring compliance with NPPF, TAN15 and/or NPF4 as appropriate.Interpret EA, NRW, SEPA, LLFA and third-party datasets to develop evidence-based flood risk conclusions and identify practical solutions for clients.Where appropriate, develop the technical case for revised flood zone designations through detailed modelling, topographic analysis and engagement with regulators.Support feasibility studies at the early stages of development, identifying constraints and the routes through them.Manage multiple concurrent projects to programme, budget and quality expectations.Develop and maintain client and stakeholder relationships as a trusted technical advisor.Mentor and review the work of junior consultants and graduates, supporting their technical development.Support business development through fee proposals, scope development and client presentations.Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal tools, templates and technical processes.
About YouThey're looking for a consultant who combines technical depth with the commercial awareness to understand what the data means for a client's project — and who's ready to take ownership of their own development rather than wait to be promoted.Essential
A minimum of 6 years' UK consultancy experience in flood risk, with at least 1 year at senior level.Working knowledge of NPPF and associated planning practice guidance; familiarity with TAN15 and/or NPF4 is an advantage.Strong technical report writing — clear, concise and well-reasoned.Confident interpretation of third-party datasets (EA Product 4/8, LLFA data, historical records) to derive design flood levels and inform planning decisions.BSc or higher in Geography, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.GIS proficiency (ArcGIS, QGIS or MapInfo).Experience managing and mentoring junior team members.A track record of direct client liaison and the ability to advise non-technical stakeholders clearly.Experience reviewing and signing off work produced by others.
Desirable
Experience with InfoDrainage, MicroDrainage or equivalent drainage design software.Knowledge of the drainage hierarchy and experience producing SuDS-based drainage strategies.AutoCAD proficiency.Hydraulic modelling experience (Flood Modeller, TUFLOW, HEC-RAS).Chartered or working towards chartership with CIWEM, ICE or equivalent.Experience preparing or supporting expert witness statements or planning appeals.
What They Offer
Salary - £45,000 – £55,000+, depending on experience.
Pension - Employer-matched pension via salary sacrifice.
Health insurance - Provided following successful probation.
Working pattern - Fully remote with genuine flexible hours.
CPD & development - Support through the company Academy, external courses, conferences and networking events.
Chartership - Active support towards CIWEM, ICE or equivalent chartership.
Project variety - UK-wide projects spanning residential, major development, public sector flood defence and international commissions.
Culture - A supportive, inclusive team with a trained mental health first aider and regular social events.
Ready to Be Known for Your Work?Please send your CV and a short introduction. A formal cover letter isn't necessary — a few paragraphs about your experience, the projects you've enjoyed most, and why this opportunity interests you is plenty.If you don't meet every desirable criterion but feel the role is a good fit, please still apply.*PLEASE NOTE – by applying to this position, you agree for your CV to be submitted to our client, who shall contact you directly should your application make their short-list. You also agree to our Privacy Policy: acapella-recruitment.co.uk./privacy-policy.html which can be found on our website.....Read more...
