About the job

Job summary

Discover a career in your hands at HMRC. Whether you're seeking purpose, growth, or a workplace that gives you a true sense of belonging, hear from some of our employees as they share their story about what it's really like to work at HMRC.

Visit our YouTube channel to watch the full series and come and discover your potential.

HMRC is building a modern, digital tax administration and runs the biggest digital operation in Government, providing services for 45 million individuals and 4.9 million business customers. Our digital programme is multi-award winning and the envy of other government organisations.

Data Platform Services (DPS) is part of the HMRC Chief Data Office within the Chief Digital and Information Officer group (CDIO). This function designs, builds and operates the data foundations for all HMRC's services at a size and scale larger than most other organisations.

DPS is leading a major transformation programme encompassing technology, capabilities and data services whilst continuing to deliver high quality and robust services to our internal and external customers. DPS is growing to ensure it can provide the Intelligent Client function that HMRC requires for the future.

Job description

The Digital Portfolio Analyst sits within Data Platform Services (DPS) as part of the Chief Digital and Information Officer group (CDIO). This role provides essential administrative and operational support to the DPS team, ensuring the smooth running of digital portfolio activities.

You will be responsible for maintaining records, updating trackers (Clarity & Jira), processing routine data, preparing standard reports, and supporting stakeholder communications. You will coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and assist with team logistics. Your work will enable managers and senior staff to focus on higher-level priorities by ensuring processes run efficiently and information is accurately recorded and shared.

DPS is committed to supporting its people, offering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels able to bring their whole self to work.

Person specification Act as the first point of contact for DPS Engagement. Provide comprehensive administrative support, including maintaining records, updating trackers, and managing mailboxes. Collate and input data, prepare standard reports, and ensure information is accurately recorded and shared. Organising and facilitating meetings, including clinics and stakeholder calls, preparing agendas, taking minutes, and tracking actions Supporting Small Changes coordination where DPS is Lead DG Ensuring adherence to governance and continuous improvement of processes Coordinating requests through the end-to-end impacting process Respond to routine queries, support team communications, and assist with stakeholder engagement. Support team logistics, including supporting Data Portfolio leads with ad-hoc queries, assisting SOs & G7s in meetings and note-taking. Contribute to a positive team environment by supporting colleagues and sharing best practices. Essential Criteria Minimum of 2 GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths. Experience using Microsoft 365 tools including Excel, Outlook and SharePoint Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and effectively. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving capability Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Strong organisational skills, with the ability to accurately record information and adhere to service level agreements (SLAs). Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships and establish trust quickly. High attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining data quality and accuracy. Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic, high-demand environment, responding effectively to changing priorities and tight timescales. A proactive approach to learning, with a willingness to develop new skills and adapt to evolving requirements. Desirable Criteria Experience in an administrative or support role. Experience working in a customer-facing role Understanding of portfolio, project or impacting processes within a digital environment Experience using Jira and/or Clarity (or similar tracking systems) Experience of leading and facilitating meetings. Further Location Information

Please ensure that you only apply for a location that you are willing and able to work from, as we will only make one offer of employment. Any additional notes included in a 'Further Location Preferences (optional)' field within the application form, will not be considered. Please be aware that you cannot change your location preference after submitting your application.

Office closures

For more information on where you might be working, review this information on our locations.

If your location preference is for one of the following sites, it's important to note that these are not long-term sites for HMRC and we will require you to move to a new building in the future, subject to our location strategy and the applicable employee policies at that time.

These sites are: Telford Plaza, Telford - moving to Parkside Court, Telford Trinity Bridge House, Salford - moving to an alternative office in Manchester/ Salford You will be given more information about what this means at the job offer stage.

Leeds Locations

Moves Adjustment Payment will be available for this role, provided the successful applicant is a current HMRC colleague in Bradford and meets the eligibility requirements outlined in the HMRC's Moves Adjustment Payment guidance.

Benefits

Alongside your salary of £31,096, HM Revenue and Customs contributes £9,008 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window).

HMRC operates both Flexible and Hybrid Working policies, allowing you to balance your work and personal commitments. We welcome applications from those who need to work a more flexible arrangement and will agree to requests where possible, considering our operational and customer service needs.

We offer a generous leave allowance, starting at 25 days and increasing by a day for every year of qualifying service up to a maximum of 30 days. Pension - We make contributions to our colleagues' Alpha pension equal to at least 28.97% of their salary. Family friendly policies. Personal support. Coaching and development. To find out more about HMRC benefits and find out what it's really like to work for HMRC hear from our insiders or visit Thinking of joining the Civil Service

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Artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

Selection process details

How to Apply

As part of the application process, you will be asked to provide the following: A name-blind CV including your job history, previous skills and experiences and qualifications. A 500-word personal statement. Your personal statement should show how you meet the person specification and essential criteria. Please complete a separate statement (Max 250 words) for the Desirable Criteria where applicable. This is not essential for the role but may be considered by the vacancy-holder where candidates have the same scores at interview.

Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form.

Sift

In the event of a large number of applications being received, an initial sift may be held on the CV.

At full sift your CV and your Personal Statement will be assessed, with the successful candidates being invited to interview.

We may also raise the score required at any stage of the process if we receive a high number of applications.

Interview

During the panel interview you will be assessed onExperience.

Interviews will take place face to face at Leeds Regional centre and Salford Regional office.

Sift and interview dates to be confirmed.

Eligibility

Please take extra care to tick the correct boxes in the eligibility sections of your application form. Mistakes sometimes happen but if you contact us later than two working days (Monday-Friday) before the vacancy closes, we may not be able to reopen your application for you. If you do make a mistake with your eligibility form, or have withdrawn yourself in error and need your application reinstated whilst the campaign is still live, please contact us via: - Use the subject line to insert appropriate wording for example - 'Please re-open my application - insert vacancy ref & vacancy closing date . click apply for full job details Read Less

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We're looking for an enthusiastic, hands-on District Manager with strong QSR Drive-Thru experience, who thrives in high-volume environments, lives and breathes our values and is a natural leader.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

As a Five Guys District Manager, you'll lead the success of multiple Drive Thru restaurants, driving performance through people and delivering pace, quality and consistency across high-volume, fast-moving sites.Own performance across your district - people, profit and resultsLead from the front - spending time in your restaurants, supporting GMs and driving standardsDeliver strong sales, speed of service and operational excellenceCoach and develop General Managers to lead busy, high-performing teamsEmbed consistent, high-quality execution during peak trading periodsDrive behaviours, not just results, creating a culture of accountability and pridePEOPLE FIRST CULTURE

We're all about family, and that starts with you.Build and develop strong, resilient teams that thrive in busy environmentsSupport clear development and succession plans across your districtRecruit, retain and engage high-performing teamsCreate a positive, inclusive culture where teams perform at their bestLEAD WITH INTEGRITYLead with energy, pace and a growth mindsetKeep teams, customers and the brand safe and compliantBe a strong operational leader across all day parts, including peak and drive-thru demandBuild strong relationships across your district and support officeWHAT YOU'LL BRINGProven multi-site leadership experience in QSR Drive-Thru environmentsTrack record of delivering results in high-volume, fast-paced operationsStrong commercial acumen across sales, labour and P&L performanceAbility to lead, coach and develop high-performing teamsResilient, hands-on and comfortable operating at paceStrong communication, presence and the drive to get things doneSUCCESS MEASURESStrong KPIs across sales, speed of service, labour, customer experience and complianceHigh-performing teams with clear succession pipelinesDelivery of district P&L, labour targets and profitabilityHigh engagement and consistent customer satisfactionREWARDS AND BENEFITSPerformance-based bonusPrivate healthcareLife assurancePension scheme25 days holiday + bank holidaysLong service awardsElectric car scheme Read Less

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Description
As a Turnkey, you will be part of the Operations Team delivering water mains renewal projects across the Northwest.  You will be site based, covering schemes across Manchester, Cheshire, Merseyside and Lancashire.  You will be required to operate water valves to support the onsite shut off procedure in line with the program schedule, mains renewal experience and water hygiene knowledge is essential.

Key Responsibilities
We are looking for someone to:
Carry out valve shuts in accordance with prescribed risk assessments
Complete full scheme valve assessments prior to commencement of works
Customer carding when required
Build relationships with onsite operations teams and key customer stakeholders
Work closely with United Utilities Network team
Assist with site investigation identifying and locating services/assets
Support implementing good practise on site around water hygiene/water quality/site compliance
Experience and Qualifications
Proven knowledge and experience of the water industry Water rehab experience NRSWA accreditation  CALM network trained Valid UK driving licence
Salary and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

We understand that privacy and the security of your personal information is extremely important. By applying for this role, you agree to the terms of our privacy policy.


About Network Plus Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK’s major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater.

We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer.

We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment – we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances. Read Less

Description
As a Bid Manager, you will take ownership of end-to-end bid management and the production of high-quality technical proposals for inclusion within tender submissions across our utility and infrastructure portfolio. You will craft compelling, evidence-led responses that demonstrate the Network Plus’ technical capability, safety record, and proven ability to deliver complex utilities and infrastructure programmes across regulated markets.

Working within a regulated environment shaped by Ofwat, Ofgem, and industry price-control and investment cycles (AMP and RIIO), you will translate client priorities, framework requirements, and evaluation criteria into winning, client-specific submissions.

You will be joining a dynamic and successful team that has achieved an average win rate (by value) of more than 75% over the last five years. This is a key hire for the business; vital to ensuring we achieve our vision and ambitious targets over the next five years.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, manage, and complete non-commercial (quality) submissions across multiple utility clients, ensuring a client-specific focus and alignment to published evaluation criteria is applied throughout. Develop articulate, coherent responses that support comprehensive submissions, utilising written text, method statements, case studies, photographs, sketches, and supporting documents where applicable. Adopt best-practice proposal writing techniques – including win themes, storyboarding, and answer planning – to maximise the scoring potential of every submission against the client's price/quality split and MEAT criteria. Work to exceed expected quality standards, complying with internal governance and bid processes and contributing to their continuous improvement. Read, understand, and extract key bid requirements from client documentation (SQ/PQQ, ITT, specifications, and framework schedules), and communicate these clearly to the wider bid team. Engage with subject matter experts across operations, SHEQ, commercial, and technical delivery to ensure that workstream specifics, methodologies, and safe systems of work are accurately embedded into bid responses. Maintain a high level of market intelligence, including insight into wider industry best practice, competitor activity, regulatory drivers (Ofwat/Ofgem), investment cycles (AMP/RIIO), and client-specific priorities. Identify and implement opportunities to improve the end-to-end bid process, including the development and upkeep of a reusable content and case study library. Manage client procurement portals to ensure all requirements, deadlines, and clarifications are understood, tracked, and applied to the bid process. Review and develop draft responses provided by other members of staff into polished, compliant, submission-ready content. Raise clarification questions with the Head of Bids or Bid Lead to ensure Tender Queries are captured and submitted within client deadlines. Support post-tender activity, including presentations, negotiations, clarification responses, and structured win/loss reviews to inform future submissions.
Experience and Qualifications
Proven experience in a bid team, with a track record of directly managing or contributing to successful tenders (SQ/PQQ and ITT stages) Understanding of bid management throughout the full bid lifecycle, from opportunity qualification and bid/no-bid through to submission, clarification, and post-tender review Familiarity with regulated frameworks and public/utility procurement routes, including framework call-offs, mini-competitions, and OJEU/Find a Tender processes Working knowledge of relevant compliance and accreditation requirements (e.g. CDM 2015, NRSWA, SSIP schemes, ISO 9001/14001/45001) Computer literate in MS Office – Word, Excel and Powerpoint – with confidence navigating client e-procurement portals Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to turn technical input into clear, persuasive narrative Well-organised with excellent time management and the ability to run multiple deadlines concurrently High attention to detail and a commitment to quality and compliance Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities to fixed submission deadlines Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative bid team Ideally with sector knowledge and understanding of utilities, infrastructure, and construction, ideally across one or more of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, wastewater or traffic management.
Salary and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

We understand that privacy and the security of your personal information is extremely important. By applying for this role, you agree to the terms of our privacy policy.
About Network Plus Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK’s major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater.

We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer.

We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment – we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances. Read Less

Role: British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreters required!Start date:  August 2026Location: Work from homeSalary: £43.96 per hour Bonus: Bonus up to 10% p/aOperational hours: 8am - 10pm Monday to SundayShifts: 16 hour permanent shift available Fully flexible Monday - Thursday between 11.30am - 3.45pm and Sunday 8am - 12.15pmQualifications required:Level 6 NVQ Certificate in British Sign LanguageLevel 6 NVQ Diploma in Sign Language Interpreting  Role OverviewWe are seeking qualified and professional British Sign Language (BSL) Translators/Interpreters to join a remote team supporting communication between deaf and hearing individuals. This is a work-from-home opportunity offering flexible hours and competitive pay.Successful candidates will provide accurate and clear interpretation between spoken English and British Sign Language, helping ensure effective communication in a variety of settings. Interpreters will work remotely and may support scheduled or on-demand interpreting sessions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:Provide effective Video Remote InterpretingSupport and model the company's mission and valuesProvide excellent customer service while maintaining a respectful and professional attitude with customers and colleaguesAlways exhibit professional behaviour including punctuality and preparedness for shifts, respectful and collaborative interaction with colleagues and supervisors and timely and accurate record keepingDemonstrate the ability to adapt quickly to new and changing technologiesMultitask between interpreting effectively and utilizing callsParticipate in company sponsored training for Professional DevelopmentExhibit the ability to meet performance expectations with minimal supervisionPossess the ability to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic environmentDemonstrate strong interpersonal skills in all settings Minimum Qualification Requirements: Level 6 NVQ Certificate in British Sign LanguageLevel 6 NVQ Diploma in Sign Language InterpretingTechnical knowledge for interpreting IT/Customer Support callsAble to provide accurate interpretationGood understanding of Deaf cultureThree to five years’ experience in interpreting (working experience in a professional BSL interpretation support role) ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIESEmpathy and Understanding: Showing genuine care and empathy is essential. Customers who feel understood are more likely to trust and respond positively to guidance or resolutions Clarity and Professionalism: Communicating clearly and accurately, whether on the phone or by email, can make a significant difference. This includes explaining options or next steps in straightforward language, avoiding jargon, and being patient with customer questions. Consistency and Reliability: Establishing a clear and supportive response that remains consistent across all interactions can reassure customers, especially in sensitive cases where they need to feel valued and secure. Listening Skills: Often, these customers may need to share more details than usual to feel understood. Actively listening, without rushing, helps in accurately addressing their concerns and identifying suitable solutions. Organisational skills:You will have excellent attention to detail, time keeping along with strong planning and scheduling abilitiesFollow-Up and Resolution: For sensitive or brand-related cases, timely follow-up shows commitment and reinforces trust, especially if additional steps are needed to resolve an issue fully.What you get from us:Perks at Work – Savings Discounts / Free Online ClassesHelp@Hand - Savings Discounts / Podcast / Wellbeing Recourses / Webinars / Access to; GP’s, Mental Health Support, Financial Advice, Legal AdviceCritical Illness – up to £10,000Cycle to Work SchemeEyecare support voucherHoliday Purchase SchemeLength of Service AwardsWorkplace PensionMonthly Inspire Awards – For the best of the bestRefer-A-Friend earns up to £1,200 for youMonthly Wellbeing WebinarsDedicated Employee Experience Progress – Here to support TP journey The other important stuff: The role you are applying for, requires that you are vetted to Baseline Personnel Screening Standard (BPSS).If your application is successful, you will ask you to provide documents/evidence to allow us to perform the below checks: Identity checkNationality and Immigration Status (including the entitlement to undertake the work we are offering)Basic Criminal Records CheckEmployment/Academic History Check - for a period three years leading up to your application.  We will require documented evidence of your three-year history. employer/education references, payslips/P45, other evidence of salary payments.  If you had any gaps in work/education during this time, we will need evidence of what your activity was, e.g. travel, study, unemployment, volunteering etc.  If your application is successful, we will provide you with a list of acceptable documents and how you can send them to us. Disclaimer Please be vigilant against job scams. Teleperformance will never contact you about anything other than your application through our official channels - UK phone number, text or Teleperformance or talent.icims email address. . If you receive any suspicious communications claiming to be from Teleperformance, please disregard them and report the incident to our team. Your security is our priority. #Priority 

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 Recruitment Delivery Manager Location: Manchester (Hybrid)
Contract: permanent & full-time
Salary: DOE
Great Benefits  Job Summary / Overview We’re looking for a results-driven Recruitment Delivery Manager to lead and optimise high-volume recruitment delivery within our Public Sector operations. This role is central to ensuring recruitment excellence, managing a high-performing team, and collaborating with sourcing and operational leaders to deliver quality hires at scale. You’ll be responsible for driving strategy, reducing dropouts and early attrition, and engaging in high-level conversations that shape the future of our talent delivery within your sector of the business. A key part of the role is developing and growing our Social Value recruitment strategy, creating sustainable talent pipelines that deliver long-term value for both our clients and the communities we serve. This isn't just about filling vacancies—it's about creating sustainable recruitment solutions that make a real impact on communities while delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients. The role requires you to be on site a minimum of three days per week in either our Gateshead or Manchester office.   Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities People Leadership & Team ManagementLead, coach, and develop a team of recruiters and coordinators to meet volume hiring targets.Foster a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement.Conduct regular performance reviews and support career development.Recruitment Strategy & ExecutionOwn the end-to-end delivery of recruitment campaigns across multiple sites and functions.Collaborate with the Sourcing Manager, Director of Recruitment and operational partners/hiring managers to align candidate pipelines with business needs.Monitor recruitment KPIs and SLAs, ensuring timely, high-quality delivery.Social Value RecruitingDevelop relationships with key strategic social value partners, expanding these across our key locations and, where appropriate, nationally.Use data and analytics in partnership with MI and the operational team to deliver targeted recruitment initiatives, cultivating accountability with partners to drive growth and long-term success.Create partnership agreements and lead monthly and quarterly reviews to evaluate performance, strengthen relationships and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.Build and scale talent pipelines through social value partnerships, community organisations, education providers and employment initiatives.Stakeholder EngagementPartner with operational leaders to forecast hiring needs and tailor recruitment strategies.Act as a trusted advisor in workforce planning, talent trends and market insights.Lead high-level conversations with senior stakeholders to influence recruitment outcomes.Quality & Attrition ManagementImplement strategies to improve candidate experience, reduce dropout and minimise early 30, 60 and 90-day attrition.Analyse data to identify trends and root causes of attrition, implementing corrective actions where required.Ensure quality of hire through robust assessment and selection processes, delivering both the volume and quality required across campaigns.What You'll Bring – Essential CriteriaProven experience managing high-volume recruitment in a BPO or similarly fast-paced environment.A proven track record of delivering high-volume recruitment programmes at pace.Consistently achieving fulfilment targets without compromising quality.Experience managing cost per hire through innovative and sustainable sourcing strategies.Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.A data-driven mindset with experience using key metrics to drive performance.Excellent communication and influencing skills at all levels.Passion for delivering quality hires and improving candidate outcomes.Passion for developing a robust Social Value strategy and building effective sourcing partnerships that deliver measurable results.What You'll GetA pivotal role in shaping recruitment delivery across our Public Sector operations.Opportunities to innovate and lead strategic initiatives.A collaborative, high-energy culture focused on impact and excellence. Career progression and development opportunities.If you're commercially minded, data-driven, passionate about social value, and know how to build recruitment partnerships that deliver results, we'd love to hear from you. To apply – please send CV and covering letter detailing how you meet the essential criteria to lynne.griffiths@teleperformance.co.uk by 10th August 2026

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Domestic Major Loss Adjuster - Competitive Salary, as per Market Standards, up to 8% bonus, plus generous pension, company car and other benefits. Are you ready for your next career step to join the UK’s number one insurer? Aviva’s Major Loss Team is undertaking a huge period of growth. If you’re someone with field-based loss adjusting experience and you have a proven track record of handling high-value, complex domestic claims with empathy and technical precision, we want to hear from you! A bit about the job: As a Major Loss Field Adjuster, you will manage high‑value domestic property claims from instruction through to completion, delivering exceptional customer outcomes and cost‑effective resolutions. This is a field‑based role, meeting customers face‑to‑face and guiding them through what can often be a stressful period with confidence, empathy and expertise. We are recruiting for multiple positions across the UK, offering the freedom and trust to manage your claims cradle to grave wherever you are based. In doing so, you’ll play a key role in delivering Aviva’s promise of being “With you today, for a better tomorrow.” Skills and experience we’re looking for: · High-Value Claims Experience: Ideally, you have experience with claims around £100,000, but we’re happy to consider those with experience over £50,000. · Professional Growth: A minimum qualification of Cert CII or CILA is required, and if you’re aiming for Dip CII, that’s fantastic! But don’t worry, it’s not a must. · Technical Know-How: Your deep understanding of insurance principles, subrogation, underwriting practices, and ABI report writing will be highly valued. · Building Practices Insight: Knowledge of building practices and regulations for property reinstatements and tendering processes is a big plus. · Customer Focus: You have a proven track record of managing claims from cradle to grave, always keeping customer satisfaction at the forefront. What you’ll get for this role: Our purpose - with you today, for a better tomorrow – is a promise we make to our colleagues too. And one of the ways we live up to that promise is by investing in you. We have so much to offer when it comes to being an Aviva colleague. Salary competitive (depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications) Company Car Bonus opportunity – 8 % of annual salary Actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva’s. Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in. 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days Aviva-funded Private Medical Benefit to help you get expert support when you need it Make your money go further - Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme Brilliantly supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options such as cycle to work Make a difference, be part of our Aviva Communities and use your 3 paid volunteering days to help others We take your wellbeing seriously with lots of support and tools Take a look to learn more. Put a salary into this calculator to see what your total Aviva Reward could be. Aviva is for everyone: We’re inclusive and welcome everyone – we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you don’t, we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part time and job shares. We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working – spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues. To find out more about working at Aviva take a look here We’d love it if you could submit your application online. If you require an alternative method of applying, please send an email to vivien.gergaly@aviva.com Read Less

Complex Loss Handler This is a great job for someone who Have experience handling high-value and/or complex Liability claims and is looking to apply their technical expertise in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. You'll enjoy managing challenging Employers' Liability, Public Liability and Product Liability claims, influencing outcomes through strong negotiation skills, and making a real impact on customer and commercial results. A bit about the job: As a Complex Loss Handler within our Major & Complex Claims Liability team, you'll manage a portfolio of high-value and complex liability claims, ensuring great outcomes while effectively controlling indemnity spend. Working alongside a team of experienced technical claims professionals, you'll use your expertise to investigate, negotiate and resolve claims across Employers' Liability, Public Liability and Product Liability, including 3rd party property damage claims. You'll play an important role in maintaining technical excellence, supporting risk and governance requirements, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance service, efficiency and business performance. Through effective claims management and stakeholder engagement, you'll help deliver positive outcomes for customers, brokers and Aviva. Skills and experience we're looking for: Proven experience handling high-value and/or complex Liability claims, including Employers' Liability, Public Liability and Product Liability claims. Strong technical knowledge of liability claims handling, policy interpretation and indemnity spend management, experience of 3rd party property damage claims is useful but not essential. Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective relationships internally and externally. Good understanding of the UK insurance market and claims handling best practice, including the management of legal suppliers and external partners. Relevant professional qualification (such as ACII) or equivalent claims experience, with a commitment to continuous professional development.What you’ll get for this role:Our purpose - with you today, for a better tomorrow – is a promise we make to our colleagues too. And one of the ways we live up to that promise is by investing in you. We have so much to offer when it comes to being an Aviva colleague. Starting salary up to £45,000 (depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications) Bonus opportunity - 6% of annual salary Actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva’s. Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days Aviva-funded Private Medical Benefit to help you get expert support when you need it Make your money go further - Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme Brilliantly supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options such as cycle to work Make a difference, be part of our Aviva Communities and use your 3 paid volunteering days to help others We take your wellbeing seriously with lots of support and toolsTake a look to learn more. Put a salary into this calculator to see what your total Aviva Reward could be.Aviva is for everyone:We’re inclusive and welcome everyone – we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you don’t, we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part time and job shares.We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working – spending at least 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.To find out more about working at Aviva take a look hereWe'd love it if you could submit your application online. If you require an alternative method of applying, or if you have any queries in relation to the vacancy, please email martin.toth@aviva.com Read Less

We're looking for an Technology Design Engineer to join our Technology Design team based in Manchester/Newcastle or Birmingham. Location: Manchester/Newcastle or Birmingham – with agile working opportunity
Hours: 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. Starting: from £42,000 per annum Sector: Mechanical Electrical and Technology – Highways We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. We're looking for a Technology Design Engineer to support the delivery of highways technology solutions across the full project lifecycle. You'll play a key role in developing, coordinating and assuring designs for integrated digital and roadside systems — ensuring they are compliant, buildable and aligned to client requirements. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you'll contribute to safe, efficient and future-ready infrastructure across major UK projects. Are you… HNC/Degree (or working towards)-qualified in Electrical, Electronic, Communications or Technology Engineering or equivalent relevant field? Experienced in highways or infrastructure technology design? Familiar with National Highways standards (e.g. DMRB, TA401)? Comfortable working across ITS, communications or digital infrastructure? A strong problem-solver with a collaborative approach? Do you… Develop design packages including ITS, communications, power and digital infrastructure? Produce drawings, specifications and technical documentation (2D/3D)? Support design assurance, reviews and compliance with governance frameworks? Work closely with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders? Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences? What will you be responsible for? As an Technology Design Engineer, you'll be working within the Technology Design team, supporting them in delivering high-quality highways technology design solutions. Your day to day will include: Deliver technology design across ITS, communications, power and digital infrastructure Produce drawings, specs and technical documentation (2D/3D) Ensure compliance with DMRB, National Highways and industry standards Apply design assurance, supporting reviews and gateway compliance Identify and mitigate technical risk for right-first-time delivery Support ITS, comms networks and smart / IoT-enabled infrastructure Collaborate with clients, stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams Contribute to bids, innovation, digital engineering and team development What are we looking for? This role of Technology Design Engineer is great for you if: Have a Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical, Electronic, Communications or Technology Engineering Have experience in highways or infrastructure technology design Have knowledge of National Highways standards (e.g. DMRB, TA401) Have experience with ITS, communications or digital infrastructure systems Have understanding of ITS, telecoms/IP networks, and power/control systems Have experience using CAD or digital engineering tools Have strong problem-solving and ability to deliver to deadlines Have clear communication and collaborative stakeholder approach Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. Due to the nature of this role, you will also be required to complete a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (applicants with convictions will be treated on a case-by-case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's conviction history or the details of any convictions disclosed to us). Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks. We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier.                     Read Less

We're looking for a Senior Technology Design Engineer to join our Technology Design team based in Manchester/Newcastle/Birmingham or Basingstoke. Location: Manchester/Newcastle/Birmingham or Basingstoke – with agile working opportunity
Hours: 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. Starting: from £42,000 per annum Sector: Mechanical Electrical and Technology – Highways We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. We're looking for a Senior Technology Design Engineer to lead the delivery and assurance of highways technology solutions across major infrastructure programmes. You'll act as a technical authority, owning design outputs from concept through to implementation, driving right-first-time delivery, and ensuring solutions are compliant, integrated and future-ready. Working across multidisciplinary teams, you'll play a key role in delivering ITS, communications and smart infrastructure systems aligned to National Highways standards. Are you… HNC/Degree-qualified in Electrical, Electronic, Communications or Technology Engineering or equivalent relevant field? An experienced highways technology engineer with strong ITS expertise? Confident leading design delivery and technical assurance activities? Knowledgeable in National Highways standards (e.g. DMRB) and governance frameworks? Comfortable acting as a technical authority across complex projects? A strong leader who can mentor and develop engineers? Do you… Lead technology design packages across ITS, communications and power systems? Take ownership of design outputs from concept through to implementation? Drive multidisciplinary integration across civil, electrical and systems teams? Lead design assurance, reviews and compliance with governance frameworks? Communicate technical risks and solutions clearly to clients and stakeholders? What will you be responsible for? As an Senior Technology Design Engineer, you'll be working within the Technology Design team, supporting them in delivering high-quality highways technology design solutions. Your day to day will include: Leading the delivery of complex technology design (ITS, communications, power) from concept through to implementation Owning design outputs, ensuring solutions are buildable, maintainable and right-first-time Acting as technical authority within design assurance, leading reviews, checks and gateway approvals Ensuring compliance with DMRB, National Highways and industry standards, managing technical risk Providing SME leadership across ITS, communications networks and smart infrastructure systems Driving multidisciplinary integration across civil, electrical, mechanical and systems teams Acting as a key technical interface for clients, leading workshops and stakeholder engagement Supporting programme delivery through reporting on progress, risk and performance Driving continuous improvement, digital engineering and BIM adoption Leading input into bids and developing innovative, compliant and competitive solutions Mentoring and developing engineers, building team capability and high-performance culture What are we looking for? This role of Technology Design Engineer is great for you if: Are Degree-qualified in Electrical, Electronic, Communications or Technology Engineering Have significant experience in highways or infrastructure technology design Have proven experience leading design delivery and assurance activities Have strong knowledge of National Highways standards and governance frameworks With technical expertise in: ITS infrastructure and systems integration Telecommunications and IP networks Power and control systems Design assurance and approval processes Multidisciplinary coordination and systems integration Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. Due to the nature of this role, you will also be required to complete a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (applicants with convictions will be treated on a case-by-case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's conviction history or the details of any convictions disclosed to us). Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks. We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier.                     Read Less

 Desktop EngineerHybrid – Manchester BasedSalary- £27162.49Job DescriptionAs a Desktop Support Engineer, you will provide desktop support to company employees, both on-site and remotely, for any issues reported. These will primarily relate to desktop and laptop hardware issues, software faults, email systems, telephony systems, collaboration platforms, and associated in-house applications.Responsible for maintaining all IT equipment onsite and providing hands-on assistance to other IT teams and users based remotely.General BAU tasks include, but are not limited to, ticket management, hardware and software support, fault finding, troubleshooting, deployment, networking, and ensuring compliance with both internal and external security audits and accreditations.Troubleshoot reported faults with Windows desktops, laptops, mobile devicesMaintain a high degree of customer service through face-to-face communication, telephone, email, and instant messaging support.Gather and submit evidence in relation to quarterly and annual security policies, compliance requirements, and external audits.Maintain close attention to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and set clear expectations with customers.Solve complex technical issues and actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives.Device builds experience using MECM/SCCM.Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in Active Directory (AD), Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), and Microsoft Intune, including user and group managementSupport Microsoft 365 products and services.Handle incidents and outages, and follow up with root cause analysis (RCA) and improvement plans. Monitor and manage Incident, Service Requests queue. Maintain accurate IT asset inventories and oversee hardware lifecycle management.Support onboarding and offboarding activities, including user account creation, device provisioning, and access reviews.Coordinate with vendors for warranty repairs, hardware replacements, and technical support.Support Microsoft Teams, Exchange Online, Outlook, OneDrive, SharePoint Online, and other Microsoft 365 services.Troubleshoot email, calendar, collaboration, and communication-related issues.Support meeting room technologies, Teams Rooms, video conferencing equipment, and AV systems. Read Less

We're looking for two Design Team Leaders to join our Drainage and Water teams based in Salford. Working closely with the Design Manager and wider Kier teams, you'll develop team capability, build strong relationships with clients, and help shape how we deliver value across our infrastructure projects. Location: Salford, Optimum House, M50 3XP - travel to the office required with some remote working available Hours: 37.5 per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. Salary: £50,000 - £57,500 per year + private healthcare + £5.9k annual car allowance + benefits What will you be responsible for? As a Design Team Leader, you'll lead a talented drainage and water design team, delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects. You'll act as the technical and delivery lead for your assigned work packages, ensuring designs are coordinated and delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Your day to day will include: Leading and motivating a team of 7-14 people, supporting their professional growth and fostering collaboration Acting as technical lead for assigned work packages, ensuring outputs comply with various design standards. Managing programmes, budgets, and risks across a variety of transportation, building & development and water projects Building and maintaining relationships with Clients, LLFAs, National Highways, and utilities Driving innovation and process improvements, encouraging knowledge sharing and technical excellence What are we looking for? This Design Team Leader role would be a great fit for you if you: Have proven experience leading and developing design teams, including line management of experienced engineers and early‑career staff Are confident managing clients and key stakeholders, with strong communication skills and a track record of positive outcomes Have delivered high‑quality, compliant highway drainage and flood risk solutions Possess practical working knowledge of DMRB, LLFA requirements, and local authority standards Hold a full UK driving licence and are willing to travel as required Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier. #LI-MA1 Read Less

What you'll do
You'll visit people in their homes to carry out vital research interviews on important topics like health, housing and transport. Using a tablet or laptop, you'll guide conversations that capture real experiences of daily life in Britain.
This is not a desk job. You'll be out in your community, knocking on doors. People receive a letter beforehand, but they're not always expecting you. Some won't answer. Others will say no. That's completely normal and part of the role.
But when someone says yes and shares their story? You'll know you've helped create change that improves people's lives.

What you'll earn
£20-£30 per interview (typically), plus: • Admin fees and holiday pay (12.1%) • Travel time at £4.68/hour (most projects) for travel to the area you are working in • Mileage at 36p per mile (up to 10,000 miles) • £250 bonus after your launch, then £250 more at two months and four months

Average hourly rate: £15.12 (including holiday pay), with experienced interviewers earning more.

What you'll need

Essential: • Valid UK driving licence and sole use of a car • Class 1 Business insurance • Right to work in the UK • Willingness to complete a DBS check • Reliable home broadband • Laptop or tablet with camera • Comfortable using basic technology • At least 18 hours available per week • Flexibility for weekdays, evenings and weekends • Strong verbal and written English Personal qualities: • Good at talking to people• Friendly and professional • Resilient and confident • Self-motivated and independent • Having good time management and prioritising skills Who this suits
This role is ideal if you've worked in retail, hospitality, admin, driving, sales or any customer-facing role. You don't need research experience. We're looking for reliable people who enjoy helping others and want flexible, part-time hours that fit around other commitments.
Our process is quick and straightforward:·       Apply online·       One-way video interview (via Willo – do it anytime, anywhere)·       Final interview (includes a short role play)·       Offer·       Background checks (via Zinc)·       Start work

Need adjustments during the process? Contact: natcenrecruitment@instant-impact.com

Key ResponsibilitiesWe’re NatCen, the UK’s largest independent social research organisation. Our work is trusted by government, universities, and charities, and helps improve lives across the country. 

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Benefits

About Sandbox Read Less

What you'll do
You'll visit people in their homes to carry out vital research interviews on important topics like health, housing and transport. Using a tablet or laptop, you'll guide conversations that capture real experiences of daily life in Britain.
This is not a desk job. You'll be out in your community, knocking on doors. People receive a letter beforehand, but they're not always expecting you. Some won't answer. Others will say no. That's completely normal and part of the role.
But when someone says yes and shares their story? You'll know you've helped create change that improves people's lives.

What you'll earn
£20-£30 per interview (typically), plus: • Admin fees and holiday pay (12.1%) • Travel time at £4.68/hour (most projects) for travel to the area you are working in • Mileage at 36p per mile (up to 10,000 miles) • £250 bonus after your launch, then £250 more at two months and four months

Average hourly rate: £15.12 (including holiday pay), with experienced interviewers earning more.

What you'll need

Essential: • Valid UK driving licence and sole use of a car • Class 1 Business insurance • Right to work in the UK • Willingness to complete a DBS check • Reliable home broadband • Laptop or tablet with camera • Comfortable using basic technology • At least 18 hours available per week • Flexibility for weekdays, evenings and weekends • Strong verbal and written English Personal qualities: • Good at talking to people• Friendly and professional • Resilient and confident • Self-motivated and independent • Having good time management and prioritising skills Who this suits
This role is ideal if you've worked in retail, hospitality, admin, driving, sales or any customer-facing role. You don't need research experience. We're looking for reliable people who enjoy helping others and want flexible, part-time hours that fit around other commitments.
Our process is quick and straightforward:·       Apply online·       One-way video interview (via Willo – do it anytime, anywhere)·       Final interview (includes a short role play)·       Offer·       Background checks (via Zinc)·       Start work

Need adjustments during the process? Contact: natcenrecruitment@instant-impact.com

About UsWe’re NatCen, the UK’s largest independent social research organisation. Our work is trusted by government, universities, and charities, and helps improve lives across the country. 

Skills, knowledge & expertise

Job benefits

About Sandbox Read Less

What you'll do
You'll visit people in their homes to carry out vital research interviews on important topics like health, housing and transport. Using a tablet or laptop, you'll guide conversations that capture real experiences of daily life in Britain.
This is not a desk job. You'll be out in your community, knocking on doors. People receive a letter beforehand, but they're not always expecting you. Some won't answer. Others will say no. That's completely normal and part of the role.
But when someone says yes and shares their story? You'll know you've helped create change that improves people's lives.

What you'll earn
£20-£30 per interview (typically), plus: • Admin fees and holiday pay (12.1%) • Travel time at £4.68/hour (most projects) for travel to the area you are working in • Mileage at 36p per mile (up to 10,000 miles) • £250 bonus after your launch, then £250 more at two months and four months

Average hourly rate: £15.12 (including holiday pay), with experienced interviewers earning more.

What you'll need

Essential: • Valid UK driving licence and sole use of a car • Class 1 Business insurance • Right to work in the UK • Willingness to complete a DBS check • Reliable home broadband • Laptop or tablet with camera • Comfortable using basic technology • At least 18 hours available per week • Flexibility for weekdays, evenings and weekends • Strong verbal and written English Personal qualities: • Good at talking to people• Friendly and professional • Resilient and confident • Self-motivated and independent • Having good time management and prioritising skills Who this suits
This role is ideal if you've worked in retail, hospitality, admin, driving, sales or any customer-facing role. You don't need research experience. We're looking for reliable people who enjoy helping others and want flexible, part-time hours that fit around other commitments.
Our process is quick and straightforward:·       Apply online·       One-way video interview (via Willo – do it anytime, anywhere)·       Final interview (includes a short role play)·       Offer·       Background checks (via Zinc)·       Start work

Need adjustments during the process? Contact: natcenrecruitment@instant-impact.com

Key ResponsibilitiesWe’re NatCen, the UK’s largest independent social research organisation. Our work is trusted by government, universities, and charities, and helps improve lives across the country. 

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Benefits

About Sandbox Read Less

Description
 As a Gas Designer you will play a key role in the design process, from site surveys through to the production of detailed drawings, while developing your technical expertise and working closely with experienced engineers and project teams.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor leading industry practices, recommend new design approaches, and identify upcoming trends. Develop high-quality concepts, working with team on iterations and design, actively seek feedback from Creative and Business stakeholders Working on all design phases of projects, including project set-up, programming, design, and CDM documentation Requesting & reviewing STAT plans Providing technical design support to other members of the design team. Collaborate with both internal design team, client design team and external consultants to execute creative projects Responding to and resolving issues with external parties such as the client, third party organisations & sub-contractors Producing a weekly design report & presenting information to the Design Manager during the weekly design output meeting. Complete regular site visits and surveys to gather information for detailed designs & as-laid drawings. Represent the company and arrange pre-design and walk off meetings with the client. Ensure compliance with CDM 2015 throughout the design process. Produce and make ongoing updates to the H&S file throughout various stages of the project ensuring that it is up to date and available at the end of the project. Create high-quality detailed technical drawings, plans and general arrangements. Work alongside the Framework Manager / Project Manager/ Operations Manager/ Design Manager to ensure all schemes are designed within budget and within the time constraints set by the client. Assist with design queries during construction from the onsite team. Take designs through the clients G17 governance process. Travel across to sites across the UK may be required for tender events and in progress design reviews.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Engineering qualifications desirable however good experience would be considered.  Experience of working on intermediate pressure and high pressure gas mains  Experience of working in the gas industry on designing high-profile projects Understanding and knowledge of relevant Engineering specifications that apply to the gas industry (IGEM standards) Knowledge and Awareness of CDM 2015 Proficient user of AutoCAD Competent in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work as part of a team and to organise your workload across multiple projects Willingness to mentor and support less experienced colleagues
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

We understand that privacy and the security of your personal information is extremely important. By applying for this role, you agree to the terms of our privacy policy.
About Network Plus Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK’s major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater.

We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer.

We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment – we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances. Read Less

Description
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will support the Commercial Manager; helping to drive efficiencies; managing costs and regional performance for our clients. This role will see you take control of all financial aspects of the project; overseeing all commercial & contractual matters. You will deliver desired margin return utilising high standards of commercial acumen. Whilst identifying, recording and tracking, both risks and opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
We are looking for someone to:
Manage and monitor project costs including weekly P&L reporting Review contract documents and advise on any issues Track the progress and cash flow forecast information Produce and review commercial forecasts, Cost Value Reconciliation (CVRs) and Project Finance Reports Take responsibility for Subcontract Management; including Subcontract Forecasting, raising Subcontractor Orders and Negotiating Subcontract terms Prepare subcontract documents, enquiries and assessment of quotations Place subcontract orders, agreement and certification of subcontract valuations, invoice, subcontract payments and final account agreements Be responsible for the management of the change control process, risk and value management Manage and track project changes, variations and/or notices Assess and value variations and compensation events Prepare and submit interim valuations and payment applications to clients, along with the agreement of final accounts Attend risk review, progress and commercial meetings on-site with the Client Be actively involved with tenders and pricing Assist Credit Control with cash recovery and forecasting Support the operational team in daily commercial and contractual aspects
Experience and Qualifications
Degree qualification (RICS accredited or equivalent) is desirable but not essential Ideally you will have experience working in the Utilities industry   Sound knowledge of contracts – NEC preferred Ability to prioritise workload, multi-task and work under tight time pressures Excellent communication skills  High attention to detail  Logical mind 
Salary and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

We understand that privacy and the security of your personal information is extremely important. By applying for this role, you agree to the terms of our privacy policy.


About Network Plus Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK’s major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater.

We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer.

We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment – we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances. Read Less

Job Title: HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter Salary: £45,634 - £52,758 Shift: 4 on 4 off 06:00-18:00 or 18:00-06:00 (nights) Type: Permanent Location: Manchester We are looking for a HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter to join our client one of the UK’s leading manufacturers. HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter Job Responsibilities: * You'll be responsible for fast and accurate diagnoses using diagnostic tools and for choosing the right repair techniques. * You'll work independently to maintain and repair vehicles and components. * You'll carry out a range of inspections (MOT, tacho, etc.). * You'll provide support and daily mentoring for less experienced technicians. * You'll carry out final checks on work that has been completed. HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter Qualifications and Requirements: * Time-served HGV Technician or equivalent qualification (City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 preferred) * Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills * An extensive experience in carrying out repairs and maintenance on trucks, components and associated vehicles. * Familiarization with developments in the automotive industry. * Valid Driving License HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter Benefits: * Individual responsibility and lots of latitude. * An excellent salary and employment package. * Plenty of chances for further training and development. * Job security * Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development. * Pension scheme. * Employee assistance program. If you are interested, please apply and one of our dedicated recruitment specialists will contact you. About us: James Lewis is the market leader in supplying contract and permanent workforce solutions to the Automotive and Transport industries. If you feel you have the right skills for the above position or you are a HGV Technician / HGV Engineer / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter / PCV Engineer / PSV Mechanic / Plant Engineer / Plant Technician / Plant Fitter / Diesel Technician / Diesel Mechanic / Diesel Fitter looking for a new position then please call Read Less

We’re hiring for a Mechanical Site Fitter to join a mechanical engineering business based in Stretford, Greater Manchester. In this role, you’ll be working on sites predominantly based around the North West and Yorkshire to remove, install, repair and refurbish mechanical equipment, with some workshop-based work also required. What’s on offer? * Permanent role | £17.50 - £18.50 p/h * Overtime paid at x1.4 (x1.5 at weekends) * Flexible hours: Day shifts * Company van, phone and tablet provided * 22 days holiday plus bank holidays * Some working away, which is paid for * Training provided for crane lifts * Standard pension What will you be doing as a Mechanical Site Fitter? * Carrying out RAMS and risk assessments * Removing and installing mechanical equipment * Repairing and refurbishing industrial gearboxes and mechanical plant equipment * Stripping and reassembling flanges, linkages and water authority equipment * Working in pairs on site and supporting workshop activity when required * Speaking with project engineers and planning upcoming work * Taking your own hand tools, with other tools provided * Bringing equipment back to the workshop if it cannot be repaired on site What will you need? * Mechanical engineering experience (3 years minimum) * Confidence working with mechanical plant, equipment and components * Site and crane experience * Some of your own hand tools * Ability to communicate with project engineers and other team members Interested? Apply today or speak with Sadiye at KPJ Group for more information between 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday. KPJ Group are a specialist Recruitment Consultancy with more than 50 years of experience delivering staffing solutions. We treat each application with a high degree of care however due to the high volume of applications are sometimes unable to contact all individuals. If you do not hear from us within 5 days of submitting your application, please assume that unfortunately you have not been shortlisted Read Less

We’re hiring for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a mechanical engineering business based in Stretford, Manchester. In this role, you’ll be designing bespoke components for the repair of water authority equipment, working closely with suppliers and the shopfloor to produce practical design solutions. What’s on offer? * £44,000 - £48,000 per annum * Mon - Fri | 7:30am – 4pm * Early finish on Fridays * 22 days holiday plus bank holidays * Standard pension What will you be doing as a Mechanical Design Engineer? * Designing components for the repair of water authority equipment * Measuring existing parts to create new replacement components * Producing designs using SolidWorks * Using AutoCAD when required * Creating designs for laser cutting and folding * Working on bespoke design projects * Requesting and reviewing quotes from suppliers * Liaising with the shopfloor throughout the design and manufacturing process What will you need? * Previous experience as a designing mechanical components for repairs * SolidWorks experience * Confidence working on bespoke design projects * Ability to communicate with suppliers and shopfloor teams * AutoCAD experience (not essential) * HNC qualification (not essential) Interested? Apply today or speak with Jack Lawrence at KPJ Group for more information between 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday. KPJ Group are a specialist Recruitment Consultancy with more than 50 years of experience delivering staffing solutions. We treat each application with a high degree of care however due to the high volume of applications are sometimes unable to contact all individuals. If you do not hear from us within 5 days of submitting your application, please assume that unfortunately you have not been shortlisted Read Less

Responsibilities • Perform maintenance and installation work on compressed air systems. • Diagnose and repair faults in air compressors and related equipment. • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. • Maintain accurate records of work performed. • Collaborate with other team members to ensure efficient service delivery. • Provide technical support to customers. • Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance. Basic Qualifications • Level 3 in a mechanical/electrical engineering discipline is preferred but not essential. • Full UK Driving licence • Computer literate Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements Fully site based with travel between various branches. Key Competencies • Experience in maintaining compressed air systems is essential. Applications are invited from Compressed Air Technicians with a minimum of 5 years of experience but applicants with less experience will be considered • Familiarity with industry standards and best practices in compressed air systems. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve project goals. • Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development. • Strong attention to detail and the ability to perform work to high standards of quality What we Offer • 25 days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays • Holiday Purchase Scheme – additional 5 days annual leave • 5% Employee and 7% Employer Pension Contribution • Westfield Health Cashback Plan • Death in Service Benefit of 4x salary • Ownership Works equity program: we believe in the power of employee ownership. All full-time permanent employees are eligible for a one-time stock award after successfully completing one year of employment. • Employee assisting program • Enhanced maternity and paternity policies • LinkedIn Learning – full free access • Electric Car Scheme (after successfully completing one year of employment) • Cycle scheme (after successfully completing probation period) Read Less

PROTECTION ADVISER – FULL TRAINING PROVIDED Self-Employed | Flexible Working | Full Training & Mentoring | Uncapped Earning Potential Looking for a career with real earning potential rather than just another job? Do you enjoy working with people, building relationships and helping others? If you're ambitious, motivated and prepared to learn, this could be the start of a genuinely rewarding career. I'm working with a well-established business operating across Protection, Mortgage & Wealth that is looking to develop the next generation of Protection Advisers. No previous protection experience is required. This is a self-employed opportunity, but unlike many self-employed roles, you won't be expected to build everything on your own. From day one, you'll receive structured training, ongoing mentoring and the backing of experienced advisers who are committed to helping you succeed. We'll give you the knowledge, confidence and practical skills needed to build a successful career in protection advice. What you'll learn We'll teach you how to: * Understand clients' needs and recommend the right protection solutions * Build long-term relationships with customers * Develop your communication and advisory skills * Grow your confidence in speaking with clients * Build a successful client base * Create a career with genuine long-term earning potential We'll invest in your success This isn't a sink-or-swim environment. You'll receive: * A structured training programme * One-to-one mentoring from experienced advisers * Live case support while you learn * Ongoing coaching and development * Access to proven systems, technology and marketing support * Everything you need to become a successful Protection Adviser Your success is the business's success, which is why you'll be supported every step of the way. What's on offer? * Full training with no previous protection experience required * Self-employed opportunity with the backing of an established business * Complete flexibility to manage your own diary * Weekly pay * Uncapped commission and high earning potential * Ongoing mentoring and support * Friendly, supportive culture * Long-term career progression * Access to Mortgage, Wealth & Protection specialists As your experience, confidence and client base grow, so does your earning potential. There are no salary bands or earning limits—your income reflects the effort you put in. Why this career? Protection Advisers don't just sell insurance. They help people protect what matters most. Whether it's making sure a family can stay in their home, protecting someone's income if they're unable to work or giving clients peace of mind for the future, the advice you give can make a real difference. Few careers offer the opportunity to help people whilst building a successful future for yourself. Who we're looking for You don't need experience in protection. We're looking for people with the right attitude. You'll thrive if you: * Enjoy talking to and helping people * Are ambitious and self-motivated * Want flexibility and control over your working day * Are willing to learn and develop * Want a career where hard work is recognised and rewarded If you're looking for more than just another job and want to build a career with excellent training, ongoing support, flexibility and genuine long-term earning potential, we'd love to hear from you. We'll provide the training, support and tools. The rest is up to you Read Less

Associate - Building Performance & Sustainability An excellent opportunity has arisen to join a leading multidisciplinary consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering innovative, sustainable solutions across the UK's built environment. With an expanding Building Performance team and an impressive pipeline of projects across commercial, residential, healthcare, education and major regeneration, you'll work on some of the UK's most exciting developments. Working as part of an established national team, you'll lead the delivery of building performance, decarbonisation and Net Zero strategies while building client relationships, supporting junior colleagues and contributing to the continued success of the team. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to combine technical expertise with project leadership in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. Your Responsibilities Lead the delivery of building performance and sustainability projects from concept through to completion. Advise clients on Net Zero Carbon, decarbonisation, whole life carbon and wider sustainability strategies. Act as the technical lead on projects, ensuring quality, programme and commercial objectives are achieved. Facilitate workshops and present technical solutions to clients, design teams and key stakeholders. Support business development activities, including preparing fee proposals, tender submissions and identifying new opportunities. Mentor and support junior consultants, helping to develop their technical skills and experience. Review technical work completed by colleagues to maintain a high standard of project delivery. Contribute to the ongoing development of the team's technical knowledge and service offering. Technical Experience We're keen to speak with professionals who have experience across several of the following areas: Operational energy modelling (TM54) and in-use energy assessments. Overheating assessments in accordance with TM59 and Part O. Part L compliance modelling and energy strategy development. Passivhaus principles and design verification. Net Zero Carbon and decarbonisation strategies. Whole Life Carbon assessments and Circular Economy reporting. Building performance simulation and environmental analysis. Renewable and low-carbon energy feasibility studies. About You You'll be an experienced Building Performance or Sustainability professional with a genuine passion for sustainable design and delivering high-quality technical solutions. You'll ideally have: A strong background within a UK building services, sustainability or environmental consultancy. Excellent technical knowledge across building performance, energy and sustainability. Experience leading projects and coordinating multidisciplinary design teams. Strong communication skills, with the confidence to engage directly with clients and present technical information clearly. Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members. A collaborative and proactive approach, with a desire to continue developing your career within a growing consultancy. What's on Offer You'll join a collaborative consultancy that places sustainability at the forefront of its work, giving you the opportunity to work on complex, high-profile developments across the UK. Alongside a competitive salary and benefits package, you'll benefit from flexible hybrid working, structured career progression, ongoing professional development and the opportunity to further establish yourself within a growing national Building Performance team. For more information, reach out to Ethan Williams on (phone number removed) or click apply Read Less

Summary £15.45 - £15.95 per hour  |  35 hour contract  |  30-35 days holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Enhanced family leave Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re reliable, organised and ready to go far. Just like you. As a Retail Shift Manager at Lidl, you’ll help us maintain our high standards day after day. From motivating your team to taking responsibility for the shop floor, you’ll keep our store running like clockwork, thriving in a fast-paced and challenging environment. You’ll also reap the rewards of your hard work, enjoying the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader and find your footing for future success. In return, we’ll give you a competitive hourly pay rate based on equal opportunity and pay structures, plus an extra £2.00 per hour for work during bank holidays and £3.50 per hour for night shifts, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl. We’re proud to be supportive teams with big ambitions too, so there’ll be plenty of ways for you to progress. With the right training, we’ll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here. What you'll do Motivate and support your team, learning from our Leadership and Company Principles Swiftly solve problems and delegate tasks  Create an environment where your colleagues can succeed alongside you Manage operations within your Store and colleagues in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager Handle freshness, cash processes, inventory and stock management to make sure shifts run smoothly Give our customers the very best experience every time they visit your store What you'll need Experience leading a team to achieve targets in a bustling, fast-paced environment The ability to effectively delegate tasks and motivate your team Patience and a friendly manner with the ability to keep calm in any situation Passion to thrive as a key part of the Store Team A proactive and encouraging approach to help your colleagues develop themselves and store operations What you'll receive 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Enhanced family leave Pension scheme Long service awards  Plus, more of the perks you deserve Thinking of using AI to help with your application? AI tools (e.g. Chat GTP, Gemini) can help you get started and prepared for your interview but remember that our team can easily spot AI-generated responses. The applications that stand out most are the ones that feel genuine and reflect your unique self. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.  If you’re ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now.  Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check Read Less

IT Business Partner - Digital Transformation, Data & AI Help Shape How Siemens Uses Technology, Data and AI to Drive Business Transformation Technology, data and AI are transforming how businesses operate, make decisions and create value. We're looking for an experienced IT Business Partner to support our Digital Industries Automation business in Great Britain and Ireland. Working closely with business leaders, you'll find opportunities to improve performance, simplify processes and drive digital transformation through technology-enabled solutions. You'll play a key role in aligning business needs with IT strategy, helping deliver scalable solutions that create measurable business value. How You'll Make an Impact Build trusted relationships with business leaders and key stakeholders, developing a solid understanding of their priorities, challenges and opportunities. Translate business needs into scalable, technology-enabled solutions and act as a bridge between business stakeholders and technical delivery teams. Support the development of business transformation roadmaps aligned to strategic objectives. Find opportunities to improve performance through data, automation and AI, helping teams adopt new technologies and ways of working. Promote the use of existing global platforms and capabilities, challenging unnecessary complexity and ensuring new solutions are introduced only where they add clear business value. Challenge complexity, simplify processes and improve the overall user experience. Shape and prioritise technology demand, ensuring investment is focused on the highest-value opportunities. Develop business cases and coordinate the right expertise, products and services to support delivery. Support the successful implementation of transformation initiatives and track the value delivered to the business.What Sets You Apart Business Curious - You enjoy understanding how organisations work and finding opportunities to improve processes, performance and value. Data & AI Minded - You recognise the potential of data and AI to drive better decisions, efficiency and business outcomes. Influential & Collaborative - You build strong relationships, communicate effectively and bring stakeholders together. Strategic & Pragmatic - You think long term while maintaining a practical focus on delivering results. Change-Oriented - You thrive in transformation environments and champion new technologies and ways of working. Self-Starter - You take ownership, work autonomously and build strong stakeholder relationships without the need for close supervision.What You'll Need Essential Significant experience in a business-facing IT, digital transformation, technology or consulting role. Strong stakeholder management, relationship-building and influencing skills within a matrix environment. Demonstrable ability to translate business requirements into technology-enabled solutions and business value. Good understanding of digital transformation, process improvement and organisational change. Experience identifying opportunities to improve business performance through data, analytics, automation and AI. Ability to communicate complex technology, data and AI concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Broad understanding of enterprise technology, including applications, infrastructure, cybersecurity and workplace technologies. Good communication, facilitation and presentation skills, with experience developing business cases and recommendations.Desirable Knowledge of Siemens Digital Industries' business operations and processes. Experience leading or supporting digital transformation, data, analytics or AI initiatives. Experience within sales, service or project execution environments. Knowledge of business process optimisation, standardisation and simplification. Familiarity with Agile, product management or portfolio management approaches. Experience working with global delivery teams and shared service organisations. Experience delivering digital technology projects using Agile methodologies.Why Siemens? At Siemens, you'll sit at the intersection of business, technology, data and AI, helping to drive digital transformation across Great Britain and Ireland. You'll have the opportunity to influence change, develop your expertise and make a lasting impact. Join us and help turn business ambition into digital reality. What can we offer? Performance-Based Bonus: Enjoy an annual bonus linked to the company's performance Flexible Working Hours: Achieve a healthy work-life balance with our flexible working arrangements Pension Plan: Secure your future with our generous pension scheme, with employer contributions up to 10%! Time Off: Recharge and rejuvenate with 26 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), and the option to buy or sell an additional 5 days!We are fully committed to providing equal opportunities and building an inclusive workplace where a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives thrive. We embrace the many ways people think, learn, and experience the world-because we know that diverse minds drive innovation. So that we can support you to be your best during the application and interview process, please let us know if you have any specific requirements. #LI-AD1 #CVL-PLC Read Less

A leading multi-disciplinary consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its Manchester office. This is a key role within a well-established cost management team, supporting the delivery of complex residential schemes, with a particular focus on high-risk buildings. The Senior Quantity Surveyor The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for full pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying services and act as a trusted advisor to clients on a range of technical, commercial, and contractual matters. This Senior Quantity Surveyor position offers clear scope for leadership and involvement in team development, with progression opportunities for the right individual. Responsibilities: Deliver full cost consultancy services including cost planning, tendering, and post-contract administration Support clients through procurement strategies and risk profiling Manage budgets, variations, valuations, and final accounts Provide contract advice and lead administration duties under various forms of contract Lead client, design, and contractor teams to ensure successful project delivery Support the development and mentoring of junior staffRequirements: Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent (BSc essential) Minimum 7 years' experience in a similar Quantity Surveying role Proven experience in both pre- and post-contract delivery High-risk residential project experience preferred Strong understanding of procurement and risk management Client-facing with excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Strong IT capabilities including Microsoft Office Experience working under various procurement approaches What's in it for you? £50,000 - £65,000 25 Days holiday + Bank holidays APC Programme Health insurance Hybrid working Generous Pension Plan Life assurance Mobile and Laptop Car allowance Regular socials Cycle to work scheme Supportive culture Flexible working conditions Great work-life balance Income protection Internal training programmes Death in Service contribution Health & Wellness programmeIf you are a Senior Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dominic Jansen at Brandon James. (phone number removed) Reference #DJ1049 Employers Agent / Surveying / Construction / MRICS / FRICS / Quantity Surveyor / Contract Administration / Associate Director / Construction Consultancy / Fee Generation / Pre-Construction Planning / Quantity Surveying / QS / Cost Manager / Cost Consultant / Consultancy Read Less

Warranty Administrator   Manchester Salary - £30,000 to £35,000 per annum Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm (1 in 4 Saturday mornings)   Description: My client is a leading Commercial Vehicle dealership in Manchester is looking to recruit a proactive individual to join their service admin team. Located at the Manchester or Brighouse site there is an opportunity on permanent days. As a proactive member of the dealership's team you will be required to contribute towards an efficient operation, ensuring customer satisfaction at all times. Key Responsibilities: ·Warranty Claim Management: Processing, submitting, and tracking warranty claims for repairs and replacement parts.  ·Record Keeping: Maintaining detailed records of all warranty claims, payments, and relevant documentation.  ·Communication: Interacting with manufacturers, customers, service departments, and other relevant personnel to ensure smooth claims processing.  ·Compliance: Ensuring all warranty claims adhere to manufacturer guidelines and regulations.  ·Problem Solving: Investigating and resolving any discrepancies or issues related to warranty claims.  ·Parts Management: Coordinating the procurement and return of warranty parts.  ·Customer Satisfaction: Ensuring customers are informed and satisfied with the warranty process.  ·Financial Management: Invoicing warranty jobs and managing warranty debt.  ·Reporting: Generating and analysing warranty reports to identify trends and areas for improvement.    Experience Required: The ideal candidate for this role will have basic product knowledge, computer literacy and ideally knowledge of the ADP kerridge system. An ability to communicate at all levels and will be able to demonstrate initiative working alone without supervision.   Apply online or email your up to date Cv to (url removed) Read Less

HGV Technician Manchester, United Kingdom · fleet · Full-time Description HGV Technician We currently have a vacancy for a HGV Technician to join our busy Manchester Depot. Shift Options 42.5 Hour Week Monday to Friday 7am - 4pm Basic Salary = £43,600 Plus £1500 Joining Bonus = £45,100 Per Annum The HGV Technician Role ·Complete service and repair documentation and records in accordance with company requirements and standards ·Overhaul of hydraulic and pneumatic systems and other workshop equipment ·Maintain a high standard of housekeeping, both electronically and paper based   Requirements The core skills and qualifications required for a HGV Technician are: ·Appropriate technical qualifications. ·Time Served Tech or NVQ C&G Level 3 in Motor Vehicle Repairs ·MOT preparation experience   Benefits ·Competitive Pay - With overtime paid at 1.25x and annual salary reviews. ·Structured Career Development - Our 5-stage training programme can take you to Master Technician level. ·Work-Life Balance - Monday to Friday schedule with no weekend shifts. ·Generous Leave - 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30+ with service + bank holidays + time off on your Birthday! ·Comprehensive Benefits - Including pension, life assurance, access to same day virtual private GP appointments & more! ·Employee Perks - Discounts on car hire, Cycle to Work scheme, paid volunteer days Read Less