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  • Health & Safety and Facilities Manager  

    - High Wycombe
    At Oxford Instruments, Materials Analysis, we push the boundaries of w... Read More
    At Oxford Instruments, Materials Analysis, we push the boundaries of what’s possible — and we’re looking for a Health & Safety and Facilities Manager who’s ready to do the same. In this influential role, you’ll help shape a forward‑thinking safety culture that empowers our people and supports the cutting‑edge work happening across our site. If you’re energised by innovation, confident influencing others, and motivated by creating environments where people can do their best, safest work, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact and enable possibility every day.Location:We are a scientific manufacturing company, based in High Wycombe (Cressex).  The nature of this role requires someone to be based on-site.Key responsibilities:To develop and implement a health and safety process in line with Oxford Instruments plc policies that comply with UK regulations (OHSAS18001) and that reflect best practice in the sector.To manage the environmental impact systems to comply with UK regulations in line with Oxford Instrument plc policies and to work towards ISO14001 as agreed with management.To be responsible for monitoring, proposing and implementing the facilities and H&S budget.To champion health and safety to drive safe behaviour throughout the site. Facilitate the ownership of safety by all employees at all times and in a consistent manner. Continually audit all the operations on site to assess the risk of a significant health and safety failure. Drive improvement to eliminate unacceptable risk and to achieve the required safety standards cost effectively.Report back to senior management on the findings and corrective action taken. To action/follow up all near miss/accident reports and liaise directly with the HSE for all reportable incidents.Oversee and host external Audits from various government bodies against company standards (ISO14001).To carry out basic safety awareness (induction) training for all staff to a high standard and ensure that everyone fully understands their safety responsibilities.To arrange for all safety related equipment to be regularly inspected and maintain database of safety equipment issued and inspected.To provide and monitor effective systems which ensure optimum safety of all contractors and visitors to the site.To provide a framework for the effective control of all COSHH related duties. Monitor the control procedures and ensure that they are adhered to.Designated as the site Fire Officer and site Safety Officer.To organise trial evacuations and alarm tests on a regular basis.To manage various infrastructure maintenance contracts and to manage the H&S spend to budget.Influence the behavioural safety within the Company through your own example, setting high standards and expectations for those around you.What we are looking for… Significant experience of managing health and safety processes preferably in a technical/manufacturing/engineering environment.Thorough knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and directives. Experience of implementing OHSAS18001.Experience of implementing systems to manage control of substances under COSHH regulations.Understanding of quality systems (ISO 9001) and environmental legislation (ISO 14001) would be an advantage.Safety related appropriate qualificaiton - e.g. NEBOSH or equivalent …and you in return you will get:Wellbeing –Annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays and the option to purchase up to 12 weeks moreEmployee Assistance Programme; including 24/7 telephone support, access to counselling, financial and debt management and access to trained legal advisorsPrivate health insurance, dental insurance and life assuranceMoney & lifestyle – MyDiscounts; save money with a number of leading retailersCar salary exchange scheme: sacrifice part of your salary in exchange for a fully serviced, comprehensive insured electric or hybrid vehicleTechScheme and CycleScheme: Purchase a bike and/or Tech or home goods from Currys/IKEA and spread the cost over 12 months.Pension; all employees are eligible to join the Group Pension Plan administered by AVIVA.Share incentive plan: Invest in your future and share in the success of the company by joining the share incentive plan.Development – Encouragement and support to achieve professional and or academic qualifications to support your development and growthDefined career paths and regular reviews Next steps:If you’d like to learn more before applying, or have any questions please contact abby.gelder@oxinst.com. Applicants will be reviewed as quickly as possible, with successful applicants being invited to a Teams call to learn more about the role. Our interviews will consist of a psychometric test, and a 2 stage process, which will be held on-site at our office. Equal opportunities and reasonable adjustments:Oxford Instruments is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Oxford Instruments is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. Please get in touch if you require any reasonable adjustments within the interview process.   #LI-AG1 Read Less
  • Apprentice Production Technician  

    - Bristol
     Apprentice opportunities in our Production Team at Plasma Technology ... Read More
     Apprentice opportunities in our Production Team at Plasma Technology This is a fantastic opportunity to join our Production team at Plasma Technology and start an exciting career at Oxford Instruments. In your Apprentice role, you will learn and develop the skills, knowledge and experience to become a fully skilled Production Technician producing mechanical and electrical assembly work for Plasma products.  Your apprenticeship will include undertaking a structured training programme of academic study and practical training. Key Responsibilities:Build sub-assemblies and piece parts to achieve build schedules and conform to ISO 9001 procedures whilst under close supervision.Aim to continuously improve skill levels by increasing key skills competency as defined during the duration of the Apprenticeship / training programme.Maintain good housekeeping and 5S initiatives.To carry out any other duties within the manufacturing department requested by management to support the production schedule.Contribute to the performance of the Build Team through continuous improvements.  Education/Qualifications:Good general level of education.Minimum requirements Grade 6 GCSE Maths, Grade 5 English and Science. Desirable Professional Skills/Abilities:Practical approach, good work ethic and logical thinker.Good communication skills.Accurate worker, who is not easily distracted.An aptitude for Mechatronic principles and a desire to gain further in-depth understanding and knowledge.Willingness to commit to studies required to gain the required qualification and to complete assignments to agreed deadlines. Desirable Personal Qualities:Commitment to learning.Ability to work as part of a team.Ability and willingness to accurately follow instructions to deliver agreed outcomes.Flexible, co-operative and willing.Punctual and self-disciplined.Initiative.Conduct yourself at all times in a professional manner, taking account of the impact on those around you of your actions.Willingness to take on responsibility. At Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology, we provide tools for the engineering of micro- and nano-structures, with customers using our process solutions to research and produce materials and semiconductors vital for everything from medical devices and diagnostics to electric cars and quantum computers. Benefits:In addition to a competitive starting salary, Oxford Instruments also offers structured career development opportunities, a good work-life balance, private healthcare, a share incentive plan, 25 days annual leave, half-days on Fridays, a defined contribution Group Personal Pension Plan, and a flexible benefits package that you can tailor to your own requirements.

    If this role sounds of interest to you, please apply with your updated CV. Follow us at www.twitter.com/oxinst or www.facebook.com/oxinst  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and would ask you to get in touch if you are concerned about any barriers you feel you may be facing in your application process with us. Note to recruitment agencies: Oxford Instruments operates a Preferred Supplier List, and we do not accept unsolicited agency CVs. Please do not forward candidate details in response to this advert, or to any Oxford Instruments employees or other company locations. Oxford Instruments is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs. Read Less
  • Mechanical Designer  

    - Bristol
      We are excited to announce an opening in our Mechanical Engineering... Read More
      We are excited to announce an opening in our Mechanical Engineering Design team based at our brand-new, cutting-edge manufacturing and development facility at Severn Beach, Bristol. As a Mechanical Designer your key responsibilities will be both new product development, Continuous improvement and lifecycle management of semiconductor manufacturing equipment, You will work closely with other designers, applications process engineers, and operations teams to deliver solutions to challenging engineering problems such as working with extreme temperatures, high vacuum, fluid flow, safety compliance and precision control. Key Responsibilities:Delivering component and device conception and design, 3D solid models, detail drawings and modifications.Carry out Design Verification and Validation activities through calculation, simulation and prototype testing.Ensure all work complies with our company standards and relevant regulatory and industry standards (E.g. BS, EN, Semi standards).Provide technical information required for Technical File, manuals and other documentation.Adhere to internal design process as defined in Business Management system.Collaborate with other designers and departments to ensure specifications are clear and complete.Work as a team with other departments to translate the technical requirements into structured modular designs.Leading the problem-solving process and Root Cause Analysis activities on issues during manufacture, test or customer sites using structured problem-solving techniques.Be empowered to propose and lead continuous Improvement of both products and departmental processes.Lead, (and where applicable coordinate activity on) Engineering Design projects to deliver quality solutions effectively and on-time.Take responsibility and accountability for work packages / projects allocated and timelines, reporting and escalating to manager and stakeholders where necessary.Be proficient in using 3D CAD (Solidedge), PLM software,  Excel, Word and Outlook.General drawing office duties and admin, including maintenance of accurate, up-to-date drawings, Work Instructions and documentation.Take personal responsibility for and prioritise health, safety, and environmental protection.Alongside the manager, take ownership of personal and professional development,Carry out other tasks that might reasonably be requested by the company. Education / Qualifications:Degree qualified in relevant discipline (preferred)HNC or equivalent (accepted) Professional Skills/ Abilities:Experience in design of mechanical systems and mechanisms.Experience in design verification & validation through calculation, simulation and Prototype testing.Ability to lead and deliver work scopes and design projects with cross-discipline team.Knowledge of machined components, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and other manufacturing and assembly methods.Strong problem-solving and Root Cause Analysis skills.Professional engineering drawing/design best practice.Ability to analyse data.Commercial awareness of product costs, reliability and safety issues. At Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology, we provide tools for the engineering of micro- and nano-structures, with customers using our process solutions to research and produce materials and semiconductors vital for everything from medical devices and diagnostics to electric cars and quantum computers. Benefits:In addition to a competitive starting salary, Oxford Instruments also offers structured career development opportunities, a good work-life balance, private healthcare, a share incentive plan, 25 days annual leave, half-days on Fridays, a defined contribution Group Personal Pension Plan, and a flexible benefits package that you can tailor to your own requirements. Follow us at www.twitter.com/oxinst or www.facebook.com/oxinst#LI-Hybrid #LI-AC1 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and would ask you to get in touch if you are concerned about any barriers you feel you may be facing in your application process with us. Note to recruitment agencies: Oxford Instruments operates a Preferred Supplier List, and we do not accept unsolicited agency CVs. Please do not forward candidate details in response to this advert, or to any Oxford Instruments employees or other company locations. Oxford Instruments is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs. Read Less
  • Director of IT Operations & Infrastructure  

    - High Wycombe
    At Oxford Instruments, we enable the world’s leading industrial compan... Read More
    At Oxford Instruments, we enable the world’s leading industrial companies and scientific research communities to image, analyse and manipulate materials down to the atomic and molecular level. With a sixty-year history, and fourteen Queen’s Awards for Enterprise, our world-class products and technologies are helping our customers to address the greatest challenges of the 21st century.  Oxford Instruments is seeking an experienced IT Operations & Infrastructure Director to lead our global infrastructure strategy and service delivery. You will ensure our applications, networks, data, and core systems remain secure, robust, and aligned with the growth ambitions of the business.About the RoleYou will shape and deliver the global IT Operations and Infrastructure roadmap, manage a distributed team of around 20 IT professionals, and oversee multiple third‑party service providers. With a strong customer focus, you will work closely with business leaders to understand requirements and ensure our infrastructure and services consistently meet expectations.Key ResponsibilitiesLead global strategy and operations across infrastructure, applications, and service delivery.Build strong relationships with business units to align IT services to future needs.Develop and maintain the infrastructure technology roadmap.Govern IT processes including incident, change, project and asset management.Manage contracts and budgets of c. £3m, including vendor negotiations.Ensure security, compliance, and alignment with frameworks such as NIS2, Cyber Essentials+, and ISO 27001.Lead technical projects, ensuring solutions are delivered effectively and securely.Develop and mentor a geographically dispersed team.This Role Is Ideal If You…Have experience leading Service Delivery and Infrastructure teams in complex, global environments.Have partnered with third‑party vendors to deliver modern technology solutions.Understand governance frameworks and have achieved compliance in regulated settings.Can balance strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery.Can drive collaboration across regions and time zones.Person Specification5+ years in a distributed manufacturing environment.Experience managing budgets >£3m and teams of 20+ across multiple geographies.Knowledge of ITIL, COBIT, or similar frameworks.Proven delivery of ISO27001 programmes.Strong technical experience in:Microsoft 365 & Azure HybridFirewalls, Antivirus, BitLocker, SIEMMFAZero Trust architectures At Oxford Instruments, we are proud of the environment that we have created. We hope that by joining us, you will discover why people stay with our business for so long and have such a significant impact on our globally growing success story.This role is a hybrid role with the main location being High Wycombe. We work from 8:00 am until 4:30 pm Monday to Thursday and finish at 1:00 pm on Fridays, allowing you to start your weekend early.Other Benefits:25 days holiday + bank holidaysPrivate health careGenerous pensionCar schemeCycle to workIncome protectionEmployee DiscountsLife assurance #LI-TM1   All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. Note to recruitment agencies: Oxford Instruments operates a Preferred Supplier List, and we do not accept unsolicited agency CVs. Please do not forward candidate details in response to this advert, or to any Oxford Instruments employees or other company locations. Oxford Instruments is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs. Read Less
  • Senior Mechanical Design Engineer  

    - Belfast
    Senior Mechanical Design EngineerAt Oxford Instruments Andor we are de... Read More
    Senior Mechanical Design EngineerAt Oxford Instruments Andor we are devoted to accelerating the greatest scientific advancements of our age.  We want to deliver differentiated, accessible solutions to the widest possible scientific research and industrial communities.     Our company values of being Inclusive, Innovative, Trusted and Purposeful are at the core of everything we do for our customers and our teams. About the roleWe are hiring for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer whose main purpose is the mechanical design and detailing of high precision new parts, sub-assemblies and customer solutions for our Imaging & Analysis products. Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and delivery of mechanical designs using 3D CAD.  Documentation of designs, their prototyping and validation, facilitating design reviews, and delivery through Operations into customers.Specify and document designs including, requirement specifications, layouts, detail & assembly drawings, Bills Of MaterialsProvide innovative, robust and scalable solutions to complex technical problems.Developing customer specific requests working alongside application specialists & end users directly. Conduct feasibility assessments, detail designs and build guidance for Production team.Provide technical support to Supply Chain, Operations, and CustomersSupport critical investigations with internal partners. What You will bring:  BSc/BEng qualification in Mechanical engineering (or similar discipline) or equivalent qualification iMechE IEng Accredited Mechanical Engineer with at least 5 years’ experience in product developmentDemonstrable experience in: Design of precise, tight tolerance mechanismsTolerance analysisDesign for long-term stability e.g. vibration, thermal effectsDesign for Regulatory Approval (EMC, MD, Safety, LVD)DfX ImplementationPrototype build & assessmentExperience documenting designs with detailed assembly instructions, including revision control of drawings and documents.Experience developing budgets and cost estimates Location & Eligibility This permanent position is  based on site at our Belfast headquarters.Please note on this occasion we are unable to provide sponsorship for visa applicants for this post, as such applicants must hold the right to work in the UK to be eligible. How to apply Please apply via this link:  Andor Technology - Oxford Instruments Careers (oxinst.com)  Informal enquiries or to request a full role profile please contact Louise Dooley Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist via email to louise.dooley@oxinst.com  Why Oxford Instruments Andor?   At Oxford Instruments Andor, our employees are fundamental to our business success and we are delighted to provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits programme with a range of options to suit your lifestyle.  Our Benefits: Oxford Instruments Andor provides employees with a competitive compensation & benefits package to suit your lifestyle.  Health & Wellbeing- Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance Programme (LifeWorks, Babylon and UnMind), Private Medical Insurance with BUPA for you and your dependents, Income Protection, Life Assurance and Personal Accident Insurance.  Company sick pay and medical leave, Occupational healthcare Service, 2 days paid leave for volunteering each yearMoney & Lifestyle –Pension – employer contributory scheme (6%), Share Incentive Plan, Leave Purchase Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, Car Salary Exchange Scheme, Tech Purchase scheme. Give as You Earn.  Employee discount scheme. Free Parking Onsite.  Career –Externally accredited training and development opportunities including support with professional qualifications, Service awards, LinkedIn learning, Learning & development programmes.Work Life Balance – 187.5 holiday hours, 9 customary holidays.  Lunchtime finish on Fridays, Enhanced maternity pay, Enhanced paternity pay, Bereavement leave Oxford Instruments Andor  Oxford Instruments Andor is the global leader in the pioneering and manufacturing of high-performance light measuring solutions, bringing together the latest developments in sensors, electronics, optics and software. Our ground-breaking low light imaging cameras, spectroscopy solutions and microscopy systems are being used to develop cures for cancer, explore deeper into space and examine clean energy sources. We are among the world’s most innovative companies in the Photonics industry, measuring light down to a single photon and capturing events occurring within 1 billionth of a second. We are part of the wider Oxford Instruments Group which also includes NanoAnalysis, Asylum Research, Plasma Technology, X-Ray Technology, Imaris and Magnetic Resonance.  At Oxford Instruments, we enable the world’s leading industrial companies and scientific research communities to image, analyse and manipulate materials down to the atomic and molecular level.  Our Commitment to Inclusion Oxford Instruments Andor is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all. However, our employment monitoring data tells us that women, individuals from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities and people with a disability are currently under-represented therefore, we particularly welcome applications from these individuals.  We are committed to ensuring our workplace is a safe, welcoming and inclusive place to work, which is why we subscribe to Equality Charter Marks. Know someone at Oxford Instruments Andor?

    Be sure to have them submit you as a referral prior to applying for this position via Talent Spotter scheme  Note to recruitment agencies: Oxford Instruments Andor operates a Preferred Supplier List, and we do not accept unsolicited agency CVs. Please do not forward candidate details in response to this advert, or to any Oxford Instruments employees or other company locations. Oxford Instruments is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs.LI-LD1     Read Less
  • Logistics Co-Ordinator (FTC)  

    - Belfast
    Logistics Coordinator (FTC) At Oxford Instruments Andor we are devoted... Read More
    Logistics Coordinator (FTC) At Oxford Instruments Andor we are devoted to accelerating the greatest scientific advancements of our age. It matters to us that the products we develop make a real difference to our customers and contribute significantly to their research.  We want to deliver differentiated, accessible solutions to the widest possible scientific research and industrial communities.  We are a market leading organisation with a diverse and inclusive environment.               We are hiring for a Logistics Coordinator who assist the Logistics Team Leader on a day-to-day basis with preparation of daily documentation for daily despatches.  In addition to this, there will be day to day planning activities at Works Order, Sales Order, and Purchase Order level.  Training will be provided on the specific logistics responsibilities for the role.  Duties include: Extract and manipulate data from our systems to provide our stakeholders with up-to-date information on the progress of Sales Order despatches.Liaise with suppliers/Freight Forwarders/Couriers to prepare documentation for import declarations and keep track of BOL, Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists etc.Prepare instructions for customs declarations to send to freight forwarders and their agents to declare relevant Tariffs, Values etc.Follow up and keep record of customs entries and checking against correct values in line with HMRC Import / Export compliance, including keeping the business compliant with all regulatory requirements.Create and update Shipping and On Time in Full (OTIF) reportsLiaise with external transport companies to ensure accurate delivery times to all sites and keeping relevant internal stakeholders updated throughout. Update procedures and create training documents for shippingAssist with day-to-day activities in shipping / logisticsMonthly Cycle Counting of Finished Goods  The Logistics Coordinator will have:5 GCSEs grades C or above including Maths and English (or equivalent)Two years’ experience within a specialised administrative roleProficient in the use of Microsoft Office packages and in particular ExcelExperience of using an ERP/MRP system.Import experience It is highly desirable for candidates to have two years’ experience with logistics. This is a fixed term contract position for 12 months (with possibility of extension) based at our Belfast headquarters full time onsite.Informal enquiries may be directed to Louise Dooley Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist via email to louise.dooley@oxinst.com  Please apply via this link:  Andor Technology - Oxford Instruments Careers (oxinst.com) Closing date is midnight on Saturday 28th March 2026.   Please note on this occasion we are unable to provide sponsorship for visa applicants for this particular post, as such applicants must hold the right to work in the UK to be eligible. Why Oxford Instruments Andor?   Our company values of being Inclusive, Innovative, Trusted and Purposeful are at the core of everything we do for our customers and our teams.  At Oxford Instruments Andor, our employees are fundamental to our business success and we are delighted to provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits programme with a range of options to suit your lifestyle.  UK Oxford Instruments Andor Benefits:Oxford Instruments Andor provides employees with a competitive compensation & benefits package to suit your lifestyle.  Health & Wellbeing- Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance Programme (LifeWorks, Babylon and UnMind), Private Medical Insurance with BUPA for you and your dependents, Income Protection, Life Assurance and Personal Accident Insurance.  Company sick pay and medical leave, Occupational healthcare Service, 2 days paid leave for volunteering each yearMoney & Lifestyle –Pension – employer contributory scheme (6%), Share Incentive Plan, Leave Purchase Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, Car Salary Exchange Scheme, Tech Purchase scheme. Give as You Earn.  Employee discount scheme. Free Parking Onsite.  Career –Externally accredited training and development opportunities including support with professional qualifications, Service awards, LinkedIn learning, Learning & development programmes.Work Life Balance – 187.5 holiday hours, 9 customary holidays.  Flexible start and finish times, lunchtime finish on Fridays, Enhanced maternity pay, Enhanced paternity pay, Bereavement leave.   Oxford Instruments Andor  Oxford Instruments Andor is the global leader in the pioneering and manufacturing of high-performance light measuring solutions, bringing together the latest developments in sensors, electronics, optics and software. Our ground-breaking low light imaging cameras, spectroscopy solutions and microscopy systems are being used to develop cures for cancer, explore deeper into space and examine clean energy sources. We are among the world’s most innovative companies in the Photonics industry, measuring light down to a single photon and capturing events occurring within 1 billionth of a second. We are part of the Imaging & Analysis Division within the wider Oxford Instruments Group.  The I&A Division also includes Materials Analysis Group which is comprised of NanoAnalysis, Asylum Research, Plasma Technology, WITec, X-Ray Technology, FemtoTools and Magnetic Resonance.  aAt Oxford Instruments, we enable the world’s leading industrial companies and scientific research communities to image, analyse and manipulate materials down to the atomic and molecular level.  Oxford Instruments Andor is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all. However, our employment monitoring data tells us that women, individuals from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities and people with a disability are currently under-represented therefore, we particularly welcome applications from these individuals.  We are committed to ensuring our workplace is a safe, welcoming and inclusive place to work, which is why we subscribe to Equality Charter Marks. Know someone at Oxford Instruments Andor?

    Be sure to have them submit you as a referral prior to applying for this position via Talent Spotter scheme  Note to recruitment agencies: Oxford Instruments Andor operates a Preferred Supplier List, and we do not accept unsolicited agency CVs. Please do not forward candidate details in response to this advert, or to any Oxford Instruments employees or other company locations. Oxford Instruments is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs. #LI-LD1  Read Less

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