What you’ll be doing as a Health, Safety & Wellbeing Audit & Risk Manager As a technical expert (formal Lead Auditor qualification), develops audit objectives, plans, and scope to support implementation of the agreed HSW assurance plan. Leading audits and directing audit team resources to ensure that the business is working to the agreed safety management system and company policies. Provide written reports on assurance activity evaluating the various outcomes to agree and track to completion relevant preventative and corrective actions that drive improvements in business knowledge and compliance. Contribute to improvements to the health and safety management system as informed by audit findings. Collaborating with management to monitor compliance and identify areas of improvement. Develop audit tools and proformas and ensure audit teams have a full understanding of their use. Undertake internal audit for various departments’ external accreditations – MCerts, ISO, etc. Oversee Thames Waters IOS45001 accreditation, ensuring pre-audits and assurance with the requirements to maintain status. Effectively lead the Health, Safety and Wellbeing culture of the team, as well as driving and creating an environment where good practices are a way of everyday life and total compliance is adhered to in line with Health & Safety Policy. Ensuring an exceptional service to both our internal and external customers with early personal interventions as required. Manage, guide and coach a team of professionally qualified auditors. Base Location: Field-based - covering all of the Thames Valley Working Pattern or hours: 36 hours What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are: Charted Member of the Institution of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH) or working towards Minimum NEBOSH Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or recognised equivalent Recognised Lead Auditor qualification in HSW Proven experience in a Health & Safety role, including understanding of health and safety systems Developed communications and diplomacy skills – written and verbal Self-motivated and able to work as part of a team Fully competent at using the appropriate Company IT systems and office software UK driving licence or transferable equivalent What’s in it for you? Competitive salary from £44,000 - £58,000 per annum, depending on experience Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)  Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets Generous Pension Scheme through AON Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Read Less

Salary Up to £70,000 depending on experience Vacancy type Permanent Categories Civil Engineering Role: ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER Location: Reading Salary: £55-£70k (DOE) Our client is looking to recruit an Associate Civil Engineer to join their expanding Civil Engineering sector. This is based out of their Reading office. In this role you will play an extremely important role with delivering innovative solutions for our client's whilst developing and strengthening our clients’ team. What's on offer: • Life Assurance • Company Car Scheme • Critical Illness Insurance • Bonus Scheme • Free Private Medical Insurance, flexible choice of Dental Plan, Cycle to Work Scheme • Hybrid Working The role: • Leading, managing and growing the Civil Engineering discipline • Manage existing clients and develop further opportunities • Look to grow the group on the back of new and repeat clients • Day-to-day support to colleagues from other disciplines within the Cardiff office • Represent the company at external meetings with clients and fellow professionals • Be responsible for delivering work to a pre-agreed budget • Project profitability (monitoring / planning of costs and budgets) • Responsible for negotiating fee proposals and requesting additional fees • Lead the technical development of the team • Be responsible for resourcing and delivering to a financial target • To ensure that the business generates and sustains profitable sources of income that are serviced to a standard that meets the requirements of the client and the internal standards of the Partnership. What you need to succeed: • Educated to degree • Chartered Engineer or near Chartered • Experience with managing and developing a Civil Engineering team/discipline • You will have the technical skills, knowledge and experience to find creative solutions for even the most complex challenges and the ability to communicate these clearly to all parties What to do next for this Associate Civil Engineer opportunity: If you would like to apply for this Associate Civil Engineer opportunity in Reading, then please click on the link to apply. Read Less

What you’ll be doing as a Mechanical & Electrical Technician Ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of myself, colleagues, contractors, and visitors is always my top priority. Display the correct behaviours by complying with the Health and Safety at Work regulations and Thames Water’s Health and Safety guidelines. Undertaking both reactive and planned maintenance, responding to alarms and fault finding to identify issues, fixing these or escalating, planned maintenance of plant and equipment daily, installing new plant and equipment as required in line with current Standards and Regulations. Record work and asset information to improve business performance, along with identifying possible future risks and recommending changes in the course of your day-to-day work and to raise these for resolution as required. Provide specialist technical advice where appropriate with up-to-date technical knowledge, along with coaching, training and developing staff under their supervision, including the apprenticeship programme. Delivering excellent customer experience and positively contributing to overall customer satisfaction. Interacting with all of our customers (internal & external) in a timely, professional, efficient, respectful and polite manner. Base Location Rye Meads Sewage Works - SG12 8JY 38 hours per week, Monday-Friday.7:30 am -3:36 pm plus Standby rota payments & Overtime opportunities can increase the earning potential by up to a further £8,000-£10,000 per annum upon completion of essential company training. All PPE, Tools, plus the provision of a Van when on duty and call. You should be a time-served apprentice with significant experience in mechanical/electrical systems or with NVQ or C&G level 3 in mechanical/electrical engineering. What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are: You should be a time-served apprentice with significant experience in mechanical/electrical systems or with NVQ or C&G level 3 in mechanical/electrical engineering. A problem solver, able to identify potential issues and implement solutions, or escalate if required. An excellent communicator, providing technical expertise to Internal and External staff and contractors. Resilient, adapting to the pressures of work and working in a constantly changing environment. Ability to work with minimum supervision, under own initiative to design and standards. Knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety issues relevant to the industry. Team player who can work in many different teams, showing respect for others, providing helpful feedback and supporting the development of others. Full UK driving licence. What’s in it for you? Offering a salary up to £45,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience, plus a company van, tools, and PPE. Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution. Annual Leave: 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays) Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Generous Paternity Leave, including 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid. Enhanced Maternity Leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay! Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Read Less

Salary £30k+ (DOE) Vacancy type Permanent Categories Town Planning Planner Reading £30k+ (DOE) As a Planner, you’ll play a key role in preparing planning applications, conducting site assessments, and providing strategic planning advice to clients. You’ll also have the chance to collaborate with industry professionals, expanding your skills and knowledge in a supportive environment. Requirements: Degree in Town Planning or related discipline (RTPI accredited preferred)Strong communication and analytical skillsKnowledge of the local planning landscape (Reading and surrounding areas) is a plus What we offer: Competitive salary and benefits packageClear progression pathway and support for RTPI chartershipFriendly, collaborative work environment with flexible working options Are you interested in this or any other Town Planning job opportunities across the UK? Please get in touch by emailing your CVtoor call Kirsty Tanner on 01792 940004 also you can apply below! Read Less

We are looking for a highly motivated and technically skilled SCADA Systems Engineer to join our Operational Technology (OT) Regional SCADA support team. In this role, you will support the critical systems that keep our operations running 24/7—delivering clean water and wastewater services to millions of customers.You will be responsible for maintaining and supporting Thames Water’s Regional SCADA systems (based on Schneider Electric Geo SCADA), ensuring their security, resilience, and availability. Your work will enable real-time monitoring and control of thousands of operational assets, supporting the System Operations Control Centre and wider engineering and delivery teams. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of the largest SCADA estates in the UK, helping to improve performance, reduce downtime, and drive innovation in a business delivering life’s essential services every day. What you’ll do as a Regional SCADA Engineer SCADA System Support: Maintain high availability of the Regional SCADA platform (targeting 99.2% uptime or higher). Perform proactive system maintenance, patching, upgrades, and configuration management. Diagnose and resolve faults across SCADA applications, RTUs, and client workstations. Emergency & Out-of-Hours Coverage: Participate in the SCADA emergency support roster, providing in-hours and out-of-hours fault response. Investigate high-impact incidents and escalate recurring faults for permanent resolution. Incident & Request Management: Deliver responsive support for SCADA-related service requests and incidents. Manage access and data requests in line with OT policies and security controls. Ensure all changes align with defined operational requirements and compliance standards. Project & Change Support: Work with Capital Delivery and project teams to ensure SCADA changes follow operational procedures and minimise risk. Review and approve design proposals, identifying technical and operational risks. Provide technical assurance during implementation to protect live system integrity. Technical Collaboration & Subject Matter Expertise: Act as a key technical contact for SCADA standards, configuration, and performance optimisation. Support integration teams and contractors with expert guidance and assurance on best practices. Collaborate with OT engineers and contribute to the delivery of innovative, future-proof SCADA solutions. Team Development & Continuous Improvement: Develop and maintain disaster recovery, fault response, and continuity documentation. Contribute to knowledge articles, guides, and internal training to upskill peers. Identify and lead opportunities for process improvement, automation, and increased system resilience. Base location – Hybrid – Thames Valley-based offices and operational sites.
Working pattern – 36 hours Monday to Friday, with participation in an on-call rota. What you should bring to the role: Essential Experience: Experience in the maintenance, support, or technical delivery of SCADA or Industrial Control & Automation (ICA) systems. Proven ability to work collaboratively with operations teams, contractors, and technical specialists. Strong communication and customer service skills, with experience translating technical language for diverse audiences. Excellent problem-solving and diagnostic skills, with the ability to assess impact and resolve issues under pressure. Familiarity with change control, risk management, and fault escalation processes in critical systems environments. Essential Technical Skills & Qualifications: Recognised technical qualification in Operational Technology, ICA, or SCADA systems. Practical experience supporting Schneider Electric Geo SCADA (formerly ClearSCADA) or similar platforms. Good working knowledge of SCADA configurations, RTUs, client systems, and associated telemetry protocols. Proficient in Microsoft Office and common IT platforms for analysis and reporting. Desirable Experience: Experience working in regulated utility or critical infrastructure environments. (e.g. water, power, rail). Exposure to cybersecurity principles in industrial environments, including OT security standards. Familiarity with a broad range of OT technologies, integration practices, and industrial automation tools. Ability to prioritise workload and manage reactive support alongside structured project work. Desirable Technical Skills & Qualifications: Strong understanding of communication protocols such as WITS-DNP3, Modbus, and other industrial standards. Experience with scripting or automation tools (e.g. Python, SQL, PowerShell) to enhance system support and reporting. Certifications or training in OT networks, SCADA cybersecurity, or related disciplines. Experience developing support documentation and user training materials to enhance team capability. What’s in it for you? Competitive salary up to £56,000 per annum, depending on experience. Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays) Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of yourself and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Read Less

Are you interested in how large organisations manage change and make sure new ways of working are successfully adopted? At Thames Water, our one year Business Readiness Industrial Placement gives you the opportunity to support the delivery of change across our Retail division, helping to ensure improvements are introduced smoothly for both customers and employees.What you’ll be doing across your placement year You’ll support the successful delivery of change across our Retail division, helping ensure new initiatives are well-planned, clearly communicated, and smoothly embedded into everyday operations. The role focuses on understanding the impact of change and supporting teams to transition confidently into business as usual. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the implementation of change initiatives with a strong focus on customer engagement Helping assess the impact of changes on both customers and the business Working with teams to promote best practice in change delivery and communication Supporting capacity planning to ensure changes can be delivered effectively Contributing to business readiness planning, governance, and approvals Helping ensure a smooth transition from change delivery into the business What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need is Working towards a business degree or related discipline Interest in change management  We’re looking for enthusiastic and curious individuals who enjoy working with others and learning new skills. You’ll be someone who likes sharing ideas, asking questions, and contributing as part of a supportive and diverse team. What’s in it for you? Salary: £23,000 Location: Hybrid, Reading with travel to Swindon Duration: 1 year placement, starting September 2026 until August 2027 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays) Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance Read Less

Head of EngineeringThe Head of Engineering is a senior leader within the leadership team, accountable for the performance, capability, compliance and strategic direction of the engineering function. The role ensures engineering delivery is safe, compliant, commercially effective and aligned to long-term strategy, while building sustainable capability for future growth. 1. Business & LeadershipAct as a core member of the leadership team, shaping and delivering strategy.Translate business strategy into a clear, prioritised engineering plan.Drive cross-functional alignment to ensure engineering supports commercial, operational and growth objectives.Champion inclusive leadership, professional integrity and high-performance standards.  2. Engineering & Technical Leadership Lead multi-disciplinary engineering teams across all business units.Set clear direction, priorities and performance expectations.Develop current and future engineering leaders through mentoring and succession planning.Ensure consistent, high-quality engineering delivery across projects.  3. Capability, Capacity & Talent Own engineering capability strategy, including skills, competencies, SQEP, recruitment and training.Ensure effective deployment of engineering resources to meet project and business demands.Establish and oversee graduate, apprentice and early-career programmes.  4. Governance, Risk & Compliance Accountable for engineering compliance with all regulatory, QSHEW and assurance requirements.Own engineering risk management, including proactive identification, mitigation and escalation.Maintain the Engineering Risk Register and contribute to enterprise risk management.  5. Process, Standards & Continuous Improvement Own engineering processes, standards and templates.Drive continuous improvement to improve quality, efficiency and delivery certainty.Act as custodian of engineering tools and software, ensuring value for money and consistency.  6. Innovation & Technology Sponsor engineering innovation aligned to business strategy and market need.Evaluate and prioritise technical ideas for commercial and operational value.  7. Business Winning & External Engagement Act as senior engineering authority for bids, frameworks and key client relationships.Provide technical leadership in bid/no-bid decisions and proposal development.Represent NSG externally with clients, partners and industry bodies.  Person SpecificationEssential Degree-qualified in an engineering or technical discipline (or equivalent experience).Senior engineering leadership experience in a highly regulated environment.Proven track record leading multi-disciplinary teams and complex engineering delivery.Strong commercial awareness and experience supporting business development.Deep understanding of engineering governance, risk and assurance.Ability to influence at Board and Executive level.  Desirable Experience in nuclear, energy, infrastructure, defence or similarly regulated sectors.Chartered Engineer or equivalent professional recognition. Read Less

What you’ll be doing as a Customer Incident Responder Responding to incidents and supporting customers, including vulnerable groups. Setting up and managing bottled water stations across the Thames Water region. Developing site-specific plans for key locations such as hospitals, schools, and prisons. Supporting customer communication and response efforts during incidents. Driving and maintaining a company van, adhering to all road safety regulations. Leading and supporting on-site teams to ensure safe and coordinated operations. Carrying out proactive, customer-focused tasks when not responding to incidents. Always ensuring compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards. Location: This is a field-based role. While your base location may be one of our operational sites, your starting point should be within the Thames Water area. Working Pattern: This role works on a 16-week shift pattern with rotating shift times between 06:00 and 22:00. There is also a requirement for weekend working on a rotating basis. We currently have two available positions – one permanent and one fixed-term contract. What you should bring to the role Full UK driving licence and a confident driver. Comfortable with manual handling tasks and the physical aspects of the role. Good communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to stay calm and clear under pressure and during customer-facing situations. Happy to work independently in remote locations, high-pressure environments, and outdoors in all weather conditions. Basic IT skills to confidently use portable devices. A friendly, customer-focused approach with a can-do attitude. Awareness of health, safety, and hygiene standards. Previous experience in customer service or the utilities sector would be a bonus. What’s in it for you? Competitive salary from £26,000 to £31,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience. 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays) Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Read Less

We are looking for a Site Performance Manager to join Thames Water permanently.You will be working at Rye Meads STW, where you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the site, along with managing a multi-skilled team of up to 15 technicians. You will be based at Rye Meads STW, but will require travel to other sites occasionally for training, making a driving license and car ownership essential. You will work 36 hours a week, Monday to Friday, along with participating in an out-of-hours rota for escalations and advice, for which you will receive additional payments. What will you be doing as a Site Performance Manager You will effectively lead the Health & Safety culture of the team, as well as drive and create an environment where good practices are a way of everyday life and total compliance is adhered to. With the impact of our operations on the environment being at the forefront of everything we do, you will be tasked to drive improvements in the operations of your sites and the assets within them, looking at ways to change what we do for the better of all parties, mainly our customers and, of course, THE ENVIRONMENT. Driving the team to achieve optimal performance in terms of work management, along with being responsible for developing the team and introducing new skills and Health & Safety Awareness. Managing the budgetary and financial activities of the team and driving efficiencies into the overall operational budget. Customer & Stakeholder Management - ensuring exceptional service to our customers with early personal interventions as required.  To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are:  Previous experience managing operational staff with a proven track record of engaging and developing their team, ideally with field-based members within the utility industry. Able to demonstrate a strong focus on continuous improvement. You will be used to taking the lead and achieving results, ideally within a similar industry. Possesses significant process management experience and knowledge with strong skills in operations, Health and Safety and Finance. Strong understanding of health and safety legislation. You will need to be competent in using IT equipment/systems and be able to interpret complex Excel spreadsheets. Financial management skills and commercial awareness to be able to demonstrate identifying and achieving financial efficiencies. Due to the nature of this role, a full, valid driving licence is needed. What’s in it for you? Offering a salary between £46,000 and £59,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience. Annual Leave: 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays) Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Generous Paternity Leave, including 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid. Enhanced Maternity Leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay! Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing. Read Less

No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you! As a Chef at the Tylers Rest, you will master our menu, with your food being the reason guests keep coming through our doors! You’ll enjoy working in a team, serving up food to be proud of. Does this sound like the chef job for you?

Join us at Sizzling Pub & Grill one of the UK’s most loved pub brands. From breakfast to the big game and beyond, our team welcome each guest with open arms. So, if you’ve got sizzling skills and want to join our team at the heart of the community, apply today!

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?
Flexible shifts to fit around you.A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered.20% discount off all of our brands for friends and family.Wagestream – a financial toolkit that helps you manage your finances and allows you to access your earned pay when you need it.
Opportunities to grow with paid for qualifications.Opportunity for progression; on average 200 Chefs are promoted to Head Chef every year.Discounts on gym memberships.Team Socials – work hard, play hard!On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS A CHEF YOU’LL…Prepare everything that is needed before service.Cook food to be proud of and know the menu inside out.Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and safety.Haven't got a CV to hand? Don't worry you don't need a CV to applyAt M&B, we want people to be supported, valued, able to be themselves and work in a great team. Join us and help us make every guest feel truly welcome. Read Less

Req ID: 26-480Come join our passionate team! Barracuda is a leading cybersecurity company providing complete protection against complex threats. Our platform protects email, data, applications, and networks with innovative solutions, and a managed XDR service, to strengthen cyber resilience. Hundreds of thousands of IT professionals and managed service providers worldwide trust us to protect and support them with solutions that are easy to buy, deploy, and use.We know a diverse workforce adds to our collective value and strength as an organization. Barracuda Networks is proud to be an employer that complies with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability.Envision Yourself at Barracuda:We are seeking a strategic and visionary Director of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), in the Cloud Operations group, to lead global reliability initiatives across Barracuda’s SaaS portfolio. You will oversee a distributed team of Site Reliability Engineers and partner closely with Product Engineering, Security & Compliance, and other Cloud Operations teams to ensure our platforms are highly available, scalable, secure, and cost-efficient. This role will also drive AI-powered automation and agentic systems adoption to transform reliability operations.What will you be working on:Strategic Leadership: Define and execute Barracuda’s global SRE strategy, aligning reliability goals with business objectives and customer SLAs.Operational Excellence: Drive continuous improvement in availability, latency, performance, and cost optimization across all cloud services.AI & Agentic Systems Integration: Implement AI-driven observability and anomaly detection for proactive incident prevention; deploy agentic automation systems to manage routine operational tasks, optimize cloud resources, and accelerate remediation workflows; explore LLM-based runbooks and autonomous agents for incident triage and root cause analysis.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Engineering, Security, and FinOps teams to embed reliability into product design and delivery pipelines.Architecture & Governance: Influence architectural decisions for reliability, disaster recovery, and observability systems; ensure compliance with security and regulatory standards.Automation & Tooling: Champion Infrastructure-as-Code and CI/CD automation at scale using Terraform, Cloud Formation, GitHub Actions, and Jenkins.Incident & Risk Management: Facilitate incident response protocols, conduct executive-level postmortems, and implement proactive risk mitigation strategies.Service Level Management: Define and enforce SLIs and SLOs across global services; report reliability metrics to executive leadership.Team Development: Build and mentor a high-performing SRE organization; foster a culture of ownership, innovation, and collaboration across regions.Cloud Optimization: Lead initiatives for cost governance and performance tuning in AWS and Azure environments.Executive Communication: Present reliability roadmaps, KPIs, and risk assessments to senior leadership and stakeholders.What you bring to the role:Experience: 12+ years in infrastructure, cloud operations, or SRE roles, including 5+ years in leadership positions managing distributed teams.Cloud Expertise: Deep knowledge of AWS and Azure architectures, security, and operations in large-scale SaaS environments.AI & Automation: Experience implementing AI-driven observability, predictive analytics, and autonomous remediation systems.Infrastructure as Code: Proven success implementing such as Terraform or CloudFormation at enterprise scale.CI/CD & Automation: Advanced experience with GitHub Actions, Jenkins, and deployment strategies (blue/green, canary, rolling).Container Orchestration: Expertise in Kubernetes (EKS, AKS) and containerized workloads.Observability & Resilience: Strong background in Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, and APM tools; experience designing self-healing systems.Programming: Proficiency in Python, Go, or similar languages for automation and tooling.Leadership Skills: Exceptional ability to lead globally distributed teams, influence cross-functional stakeholders, and drive cultural change.Certifications: AWS Solutions Architect/DevOps Professional and Kubernetes certifications (CKA, CKAD) preferred.What You Will Get from Us:A leadership role where your vision shapes the reliability of mission-critical systems.Opportunities for career growth and executive visibility.High-quality health benefits, retirement plan with employer match, and flexible time off.The chance to work on cutting-edge cloud reliability challenges at scale. #LI-hybrid Read Less

Salary £28k-£36k Vacancy type Permanent Categories Town Planning Town Planner Reading We are delighted to be working with a highly notable company based in Reading. As a Town Planner you will be working alongside a highly skilled and experienced team of planning consultants. With offices across the UK, this award-winning company work on a wide range of projects with a commitment to excellence. Our client is willing to offer the successful candidate an excellent starting salary along with a range of impressive perks and benefits!! The ideal candidate for this position will have an RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning, 1-3 years’ experience in the industry and will have an idea of the basics of the UK planning system. Your duties as a Town Planner will include undertaking site visits, attending meetings, monitoring planning applications and submitting applications. Read Less

Job Details: Job Reference: HCC623152
Salary Range: £33,178 - £36,369 per annum
Work Location: Hook/Andover Highway Depot
Hours per week: 37 (part-time hours will be considered)
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 1 March 2026
Interview Date: w/c 9 March 2026
Please note applications will be reviewed once submitted and candidates will be contacted prior to the closing date

Hampshire Highways has an exciting opportunity to join our progressive and dynamic team as an Assistant Highway Engineer!The Role: As part of the Highways team, you’ll help deliver the Highways Maintenance service in Hampshire. What you’ll do: You will assist Highway Engineers with technical support, undertake highway inspections, identify solutions to problems, raise works orders, work closely with our junior service partners and conduct site audits. The role also includes some training and mentoring of junior staff.What we’re looking for: Appropriate highways experience, flexibility and the ability to manage a workload with minimum supervision are key requirements. In addition, good customer care and communication skills are essential.

You will have the ability to fulfil the travel requirements of the role and, as required, be able to work out of hours to respond to weather and other emergencies. You will be required to travel to various locations within Hampshire, and it is essential that you have a current drivers’ licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis.

This position provides an opportunity for you to attend training and complete a Level 3 Civil Engineering apprenticeship, to develop knowledge, skills and behaviours as set out in the apprenticeship standard.Why join us? Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. A modern, forward-looking local authority, it offers a pleasant, supportive, and collaborative working environment.
 
Hampshire County Council is also a flexible employer interested in making the most of your skills and offers a great work life balance. We invest in you through our internal development programmes and training and offer a competitive salary and benefits package.Additional Information: Assistant Highway Engineer Candidate Pack

Please also see more details regarding a day in the life of an Assistant Highway Engineer working within Hampshire
 
To find out more about careers within Hampshire Highways, please see our Highways Career PageContact Details for an Informal Discussion: Daniel Beasant, Assistant Highway Manager on daniel.beasant@hants.gov.uk or Jon Bambridge, Principal Engineer on jonathan.bambridge@hants.gov.uk Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.
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What is the Role You will be part of a team of Functional Analysts, reporting into the Process Change Manager. As part of the role you will analyse, define and document business readiness requirements to support change, assist in the design of proposed solutions, undertake knowledge gap analysis. This role will require knowledge of Income and Collections Processes and Procedures specifically. Undertake analysis and planning and execution of tasks for the assigned business or functional areas to create a complete picture, including areas that cross multiple business teams. Contribute and participate in key activities to raise an awareness of business requirements and solutions. You will support programme activities including test scripting, training material preparation and business communications. And you will own delivery of process documents and work instructions. Identify, manage and maintain business risks including where they may have impacts wider than on business activities and accurately report the status of all change activities to your manager Build strong relationships with all internal and external stakeholders while offering support to Operational teams with complex queries as and when required. What do I need? Proven experience in the ability to multi task, prioritise workload whilst maintaining an extremely high level of attention to detail Confidence in using the Evolve System Commercial awareness of the Income and Collections Processes and procedures Experience of being involved in internal improvement initiatives with experience of implementing and delivering new process rollouts. Excellent communication skills with the ability to converse with senior and external stakeholders An analytical approach to your working methodologies with excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to identify risks and resolve through a proactive and logical approach About SSE SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're building the world's largest offshore wind farm. Transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline. support UK organisations by delivering energy and low-carbon energy solutions. These include EV hubs, solar systems, smart technologies, and heating and cooling networks. We power the net zero transition by helping customers cut carbon and costs, and by building and investing in flexible energy infrastructure. Flexible benefits to fit your life Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave. Work with an equal opportunity employer SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. please contact Zoe at to discuss how we can support you. We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry. Ready to apply? Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work. #LI-ZG1 #LI-Hybrid Read Less

Tucked away in the picturesque village of Streatley-on-Thames, The Bull Inn is a classic English country pub full of warmth, charm, and character. Standing proudly at the heart of the community, it has long been a favourite with locals, walkers, and visitors exploring the stunning countryside that surrounds the River Thames and the Chiltern Hills. Steeped in history, The Bull Inn offers everything you’d hope for from a traditional village pub — open fires in winter, flagstone floors, wooden beams, and a welcoming bar serving well-kept ales and quality wines. The menu focuses on hearty, home-cooked food, celebrating fresh, local ingredients and comforting British classics. The pub boasts a spacious garden that comes alive in the warmer months, perfect for relaxed dining, family gatherings, or a pint in the sunshine. Inside, the atmosphere is warm and unpretentious — a place where locals meet for a chat, and visitors are soon made to feel like regulars. With its rich heritage, beautiful setting, and strong community spirit, The Bull Inn remains a true country pub at heart — proud of its traditions, yet always ready to offer a warm welcome to all who pass through its doors. Currently averaging  £6,000 per week in sales with a 40 wet /50 dry /10 Rooms sales mix. We are looking for a strong marketeer, an experienced community operator ideally with previous pub management experience. Local knowledge of the area would be an advantage. What’s in it for you? 22% share of weekly sales (excluding VAT) plus a guaranteed annual retained sum of £25K (released weekly) Low ingoing costs, deposits starting from £5,000 and £360 legal cost. (*deposits can vary dependant on business – ask us for more details*) Accommodation included with most bills covered, except the council tax & TV License. Read Less

Job Title: Electrical Technician
Location: Reading
Job Type: Contract 
Duration: 12 months
Security Clearance: SC Clearance Hours and work pattern: up to 12 hours per day, working 11 days on 3 off.(Reduced hour patterns also available for those not wanting overtime)Pay Rate: £38.17ph (CIS)The role:Installation of systems and equipmentOperations, including testing and trialsMaintenance and repairSupport installation, modification, EMIT (examination, maintenance, inspection & test), and decommissioning tasks as requiredWork from schematics, diagrams, and drawings to install equipmentInstall systems and equipment in compliance with relevant regulatory and legislative requirementsComplete and maintain all associated records and documentation as necessary Key Requirements:Security Clearance:
Candidates must hold a minimum of SC Clearance and be willing to obtain DV Clearance

Qualifications:
All applicants must hold an NVQ Level 3 as a minimum Background:
Must have 2 years nuclear experience within the last 5 years

If you are interested in this role, and meet the above requirements please apply with you updated CV and we will be in touch to discuss this role in more detail. Read Less

Days: Tuesday & ThursdaySetting: Specialist SEND provision in Tilehurst Start: Immediate / ASAP We are looking for a resilient, energetic, and caring Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support a lively SEND class working with pupils of mixed ages, the majority of whom are non-verbal, at a SEND school in Tilehurst. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a hands-on, active classroom environment and is confident supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour. Communication is a key focus of the class, with pupils using a range of augmentative and alternative communication tools, including PECS, communication books, and visual supports. What the Role Involves: Supporting pupils throughout the school day, adapting to individual needs Using structured communication aids to help pupils express choices and emotions Supporting behaviour regulation and positive engagement in learning Assisting with physical activities and movement-based learning Working closely with teaching staff to maintain a consistent, calm routine We’re Looking For Someone Who: Is calm under pressure and confident in busy environments Has experience (or a strong interest) in supporting pupils with complex needs Understands that behaviour is a form of communication Can build trust with pupils who communicate in non-traditional ways Is reliable and committed to working Tuesdays and Thursdays Experience with SEND is desirable, but the right attitude, patience, and willingness to learn are just as important. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils who need consistent, skilled adults around them to feel safe, understood, and successful.

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Sam Higham on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1038.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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The Details:  Title: Activity Instructor Reporting to: Camp Manager
Contract: Seasonal holiday work available, opportunities in Easter, Summer and Half Term holidays.  Hours: – weekdays. Full time or part time roles available and additional hours available for staff that hold a paediatric first aid qualification (usually 8am – 6pm). Summary of Position: The role of an Activity Instructor is to ensure the welfare and safety of the children on camp and to deliver outstanding, structured activities. Using supporting resources, you will be expected to deliver a range of structured activities including sports, arts and crafts, and games catered to the ages of 6-14 years with an emphasis on participation, care and development. In return, we provide training and support for all individuals and the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge of working in a childcare setting.  As well as leading sessions, staff contribute to the high standard of physical, emotional and social care offered by Ultimate Activity Camps. Our Activity Instructors have a pastoral role as the leader of a group of children on camp, with the focus being on maintaining welfare and providing high quality care. Bring your skills. Leave with more. For a full list of responsibilities and duties, download the Job Description Read Less

What you’ll be doing as a Waste Management GraduateYear 1: Thames Valley Region
Support the Head of Region and senior leadership by driving key initiatives and strategic priorities. Gain frontline exposure, coordination experience, and insight into high-impact decision-making while working across functions, for a full view of waste operations.  Year 2: Reading Sewage Treatment Works/Thames Valley site
Learn to step into a leadership role within the Waste team, you will support managing day-to-day operations and driving improvements in wastewater treatment. Work with the site team to lead a multi-skilled team, monitor performance, ensure compliance, and champion operational excellence. Beyond the Programme
Progress into a frontline leadership role with ownership of operational teams and site performance, or specialise in a technical area depending on your skills and interests.  Across your two‑year journey, you’ll be empowered by dedicated mentors and managers, with opportunities to: Accelerate your business and personal growth through real-world development experiences Build essential safety confidence with hands‑on health and safety training Make a difference by getting involved in meaningful charity projects and personalised coaching Expand your network through mentoring and collaboration with fellow graduates Inspire future talent by becoming a STEM ambassador What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need is  Achieved or working towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the following disciplines: Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Management, Construction Management, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology or Hydrogeology, Chemistry, STEM or management related degree A full driving license, access to own vehicle and business travel insurance is required due to travel across your assigned region A self-motivated, adaptable mindset confident in stepping into new environments What’s in it for you? Starting salary: Year 1 £32,000, Year 2 £34,000 per annum Start Date: September 2026 Location: Year 1 - Travel required across the Thames Valley Region. Year 2 – Reading Sewage Treatment Works/Thames Water site in the Thames Valley Region  26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays) Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets Generous Pension Scheme through AON Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance Read Less

What you will be doing as a Supply Interruptions PlannerThis role and its responsibilities are critically important to the company at a time where the water industry faces unprecedented challenges from a Customer Service and Supply Interruptions perspective. Your key duties will include: Delivering a logistics response to customer water supply interruptions utilising clean tanker resource available from within Thames Water and the supply chain. Identifying and assessing supply interruption risks and mitigations. Ensuring high quality and efficient communication with other 24/7 Clean Water, Incident Management, Customer and Planning & Dispatch Shift Teams. Providing specialist AiS support to the wider business in relation to Clean Water System emerging risks. Develop AiS solutions relating to potential Supply Interruptions (SI) by geographical area. Developing and supporting AiS mitigation plans that minimise customer supply interruptions, supporting regulatory targets and reductions in customer complaints. Updating all tanker fill and infusion locations on shared corporate systems. Working as part of the Logistics Operational Control Centre team to provide flexible support across all logistics activities as required. Location: Kemble Court, Reading The 12-hour shift of 6:30 to 6:30 shift pattern is 4 days, 4 off, 3 nights, 7 off, 3 days, 4 off, 4 nights, 13 off. The shift starts on a Friday day shift. What skills are we looking for? To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are: Demonstrate excellent communication and leadership skills. Experience dealing and influencing stakeholders at all levels. Possess an analytical and methodical mind with attention to detail. Experience in using Microsoft Excel and a willingness to learn technical new skills. Ideally, experience in incident management / incident support. The ability to work under pressure to meet targets in planned and emergency scenarios. Be highly organised, resilient and adaptable and able to manage multiple responsibilities. Ideally, an awareness of corporate business procedures and processes. Previous experience of working a mixture of days and nights on a rotational basis. What’s in it for you? Offering between £40,000 to £42,000 per annum, depending on experience and skills. 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays) Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Read Less

Solicitor or Equivalent (Clinical Negligence Grade A - Reading) Salary: DOE Location: Reading/hybrid Solicitor or Equivalent (Clinical Negligence Grade A) ​ Location: Reading Hybrid working available – with the flexibility to work from home and collaborate in-office when needed. We believe we offer our colleagues the best hybrid and flexible working practices, balancing working from home with time collaborating and socialising with colleagues in our modern offices. ​ Join Our Leading Clinical Negligence Team Are you an experienced Clinical Negligence Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a highly skilled lawyer to join our dynamic and supportive team, where your expertise will make a real difference. With a strong reputation in clinical negligence and a team that includes APIL, AvMA, and Law Society accredited specialists, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients. As a Senior Solicitor, you’ll enjoy a high level of autonomy, handling complex cases from start to finish, ensuring that each is conducted with a proactive and commercially focused approach. You will correspond regularly with clients, medical experts, and other stakeholders to provide clear, informed guidance and maintain strong, supportive relationships. Your experience and leadership will be instrumental in delivering successful outcomes, driving the team’s success, and upholding our commitment to excellence in clinical negligence law, while benefiting from a collaborative culture, hybrid working, and excellent benefits. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in a progressive environment where your contribution will be valued, your professional growth supported, and your work truly impactful. ​ In return Fletchers offers: 35 hours working week Bonus scheme (subject to targets being met) 35 days holiday a year including bank holidays and Christmas Closure, you also have an option to purchase up to 3 extra days’ holiday per year, until you long service award the 3 days after your 5th, 7th, and 9th full year of employment Pension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice option Life Assurance Policy Medicash policy to cover some dental, optical and other medical expenses Company sick pay Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and IVF schemes Flexible, agile working environment with a positive work-life balance Varied calendar of funded company social events (check out Fletchers Group on LinkedIn) Monthly voucher awards​ for winning nominees A genuinely supportive and friendly culture Ongoing training and professional development opportunities ​ Main Responsibilities: Accountable for: Providing support, guidance and assistance to the team to deliver outstanding service to customers Proactive and commercial case management and progression Supporting the Team Leader in ensuring the delivery of the team’s financial performance KPIs Effective and thorough time recording ​Responsible for: Discussing and agreeing case tactics and planning with the Team Leader and members of the team Identifying cases which are ready for LOC, settlement and service within the team Working with the team to ensure that relevant information is being collected and collated to enable the progression of the case Management of a caseload in a proactive commercial manner Co-ordinating the progression of cases with all internal and external parties Drafting of legal documentation including LOC, letters of instruction Negotiating settlement and the issuing and service of proceedings should it be required Overseeing the documentation and correspondence produced by the team Advising the team on any technical issues arising from ​ Essential Skills and Experience:  Recent experience of handling a case load 8 years+ PQE or equivalent experience working in Clinical Negligence Excellent organisational and time management skills Excellent communication and drafting skills Excellent IT skills especially in respect of Microsoft Office packages, proclaim and excel Excellent attention to detail Strong commercial awareness within a legal environment Ability to work well with junior team members, providing coaching and mentoring Flexible and willing to commit to achieving results and meeting deadlines. Excellent Client Care Skills We reserve the right to close this role before the date specified depending on the calibre and volume of candidates. ​ About Fletchers Group Fletchers is a fast-growing, dynamic law firm specialising in personal injury and clinical negligence law, with outstanding rankings in both The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. Following several strategic acquisitions, we’ve evolved into the Fletchers Group, with ambitious plans for continued growth and innovation. We aspire to be the best place to work in the legal sector. Our workplace culture is inclusive, informal, and supportive, with a strong focus on colleague wellbeing and happiness. We are proud to offer some of the best hybrid and flexible working arrangements in the industry — because we understand that balance drives performance. At Fletchers, we also value connection and collaboration. We create exciting opportunities for teams to come together and thrive. Whether you’re starting your career or aiming for leadership, you’ll find a clear path to progress and development here — from apprenticeships and professional qualifications to senior roles and Partnership. We seek out a broad range of challenging, high-quality legal work, enabling our people to build meaningful and progressive careers. And we don’t just talk about development — we invest in it, with a significant proportion of our colleagues working towards relevant qualifications at any given time. We reward those who help build our success and live our values. Our benefits package is designed to grow with you, offering real opportunities to share in our long-term strength. Our base pay and bonus structure is built to recognise and reward high performance. Join us and be part of a law firm that’s not only growing, but redefining what it means to work in legal services. Fletchers Group is an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce: we welcome applications from any and all backgrounds. We’re committed to providing a culture and environment where everyone can thrive, understanding and celebrating that no colleague is the same. We’re proud of our work on the Disability Confident scheme, and we are signing up to other diversity standards to reflect our ethos. Location: Reading/hybrid Salary: DOE Department: Clinical Negligence Closing Date: Fri, 13 Feb 2026 Read Less

The Details:  Title: Early Years Instructor
Contract: Seasonal holiday work available in Easter, Summer and other half term holidays.  Hours: – weekdays. Full time or part time roles available and additional hours available for staff that hold a paediatric first aid qualification (usually 8am – 6pm). Summary of Position: Ensure the welfare and safety of the children Deliver outstanding, structured activities (sports, arts, play) to the Early Years children, our Ultimate Activity Juniors. Working alongside your Early Years Leader, ensure activities follow the EYFS requirements for learning and development, with an emphasis on participation.  Take on a pastoral role as a key contact for the 4 and 5 year olds on camp, providing high quality care. Bring your skills. Leave with more. For a full list of responsibilities and duties, download the Job Description Read Less

Vehicle Technician Vacancy - Reading!
Up To £40,000 Depending On ExperienceOvertime Paid At x 1.5!Monday To Friday 8am - 4.30pm NO WeekendsIndependent Garage EnvironmentMixture Of Servicing, Repairs, Diagnosis, MOTs (If Licence)Qualified & Time Served Candidates ConsideredOur Client, a well-established Independent Garage is searching for an experienced Vehicle Technician to join their busy workshop team in Reading. 

Our Client prides itself on a family-friendly working environment and being an Independent set up, treats all of their staff as one of the family. If you are looking to join a business where you will get full support and want to be part of a time during exciting expansion, now is the time to get involved!

On offer for the Vehicle Technician:
Up To £40,000 Salary Depending On ExperienceOvertime Paid At x 1.5!Monday To Friday 8am - 4.30pm / NO WeekendsIndependent Garage EnvironmentMixture Of Servicing, Repairs, Diagnosis, MOTs (If Licence)Qualified & Time Served Candidates ConsideredWhat is required from the Vehicle Technician:
NVQ Level 3 qualified technician with at least 3 years of main dealer experienceTime served experience also consideredFull driving licenceOwn toolsMOT Licence advantageousDay to day responsibilities for the Vehicle Technician:
Deal with complex fault findingFacilitate visual health checksDiagnose faults and offer repair solutionsRoutine servicing processes Knowledge of Hybrid vehicle servicing proceduresComplete all digital paperwork with detailed reports.A great opportunity for career progression especially for an experienced Vehicle Technician looking for more responsibility within the workshop environment. 

If this role interested you please call Dee Hogger at Perfect Placement to start your application today and discuss various other automotive roles in your area. 

Perfect Placement UK Ltd are specialists in Automotive Recruitment, so if you are looking to advance in your Motor Trade Career, contact our expert Automotive Recruiters today to see how we can help with your Motor Trade Job search. Read Less

Salary Up to £39,000 depending on experience Vacancy type Permanent Categories Civil Engineering Job reference MAR623 Role: ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEER Location: Reading Salary: £30,000 to £39,000 (depending on experience) Ref: MAR623 Do you have a passion for infrastructure design?

We are currently seeking an Assistant Civil Engineer to join our clients’ growing Reading infrastructure team. This is an opportunity to join a reputable group with a strong forward workload. The company has been at the heart of the local community for many years and are now looking at further expansion.

Their projects include a wide range of public and private sector schemes that include some significant development, infrastructure and regeneration projects from small scale local schemes to larger national frameworks.

The Assistant Civil Engineer Role:
You will play an important role within the team. You will support the production of drainage/highway designs and provision for all types and scales of development projects and assist in securing S278/S38 and S104 technical approvals. You will work alongside Engineers and Technicians in the effective delivery of outputs to agreed deadlines.

Your role will be varied and challenging, and you will have the opportunity to learn from the wider group and take your career to the next level. The company will work with you to establish your training needs and provide a clear pathway to progression. You will be part of a welcoming, progressive and inclusive team whose aim is to add lasting value to the communities we live in.

About You:
Ideally, you will have a degree in Engineering and an interest in progressing towards Chartership. You will have some experience in drainage, highways or civil infrastructure design projects and will be looking to expand your knowledge and experience. Skills with Microdrainage and Civils 3D are an advantage.

Some previous consultancy experience while working on civil infrastructure projects would be preferable. Your passion and experience of delivering quality infrastructure design solutions is most crucial to your success in this role.

Why Join?
• People Culture: They're a close knit team and very proud of the friendly and collaborative environment
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Flexible working arrangements
• Great Projects in all sectors across the UK&I
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Salary £30k-£40k Vacancy type Permanent Categories Town Planning We’re Hiring: Senior Planner | Reading | £Competitive + Excellent Benefits Are you a seasoned Planner ready to take the next step in your career? We’re working with a well-established, forward-thinking organisation in Reading, and they’re looking to bring a Senior Planner on board to lead strategic initiatives and drive project success. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident, motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a real impact. About the Role: As a Senior Planner, you’ll play a pivotal role in overseeing planning processes, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest standards. You'll work closely with key stakeholders across departments, mentor junior planners, and contribute to long-term strategic growth. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the planning function across multiple high-profile projectsLiaise with internal teams, external consultants, and local authoritiesProvide expert advice on planning policy and legislationPrepare and submit complex planning applicationsContribute to business development and client engagement activitiesSupport and develop junior team members Ideal Candidate: Proven experience in a planning role, ideally at Senior Planner levelExcellent understanding of UK planning legislation and processesStrong project management and stakeholder engagement skillsRTPI accreditation (or working towards it) is highly desirableA proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong commercial awareness What’s in it for you? Competitive salary and performance-related bonusesHybrid/flexible working optionsGenerous holiday entitlement + additional leave schemesPension and professional development supportClear career progression pathway within a growing organisation Location:
Based in Reading, with flexibility for hybrid working. Ready to Make Your Move? If you’re an experienced Planner looking to step into a leadership role, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or reach out for a confidential chat. Are you interested in this or any other Town Planning job opportunities across the UK? Please get in touch by emailing your CV toor call Kirsty Tanner on 01792 940004 also you can apply below! Read Less

Salary £24k - £26k Vacancy type Permanent Categories Town Planning Graduate Town Planner £24k – £26k
Reading

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for shaping future developments and communities? We are working on behalf of a highly regarded independent town planning consultancy based in Reading, who are looking for a talented Graduate Town Planner to join their fast-growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to start your career in a dynamic and supportive environment with exciting projects in the pipeline. About the Role
As a Graduate Town Planner, you will be involved in a wide range of planning projects from the outset, gaining valuable hands-on experience in the field. Working closely with senior planners, you’ll contribute to planning applications, appeals, site assessments, and policy analysis, helping to shape sustainable and innovative developments. This role will provide you with excellent exposure to the planning process while developing your professional skills. What’s on Offer? Training & Support: Comprehensive training to enhance your planning knowledge and skills.Mentorship: A dedicated mentor to guide you through your APC (Assessment of Professional Competence) on your journey to becoming a Chartered Member of the RTPI (Royal Town Planning Institute).Exciting Projects: The chance to work on a variety of exciting planning projects that will challenge and inspire you.Career Progression: Excellent opportunities for long-term career growth within the company, with a clear progression pathway. What We’re Looking For A recent graduate with a relevant degree in town planning, urban design, or a related field.A genuine interest in town planning and the development process.Strong analytical and communication skills.Eagerness to learn, grow, and progress your career within a supportive team environment. This role is ideal for someone who is ambitious, driven, and keen to start their career within a respected consultancy. You’ll be joining a team that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. Read Less

What you’ll be doing as a Water Resources Management Technical LeadYou will be responsible for the technical delivery of our next water resource management plan (WRMP29). Oversee a team of skilled water resources specialists to successfully develop the plan, and work closely with 5 other water companies that form part of Water Resources South East to produce the Regional Plan. Seek to influence the development of planning methodologies for the WRMP both by working directly with the Environment Agency and through the Water Resources South East (WRSE) regional planning group. You will have responsibility for steering the overall production of the WRMP documentation suite, including the statement of response and the WRMP Annual Review. You will lead and coordinate the activities of independent technical and legal experts in reviewing work undertaken to promote large strategic supply options. You will also be involved in the delivery of our current water resource management plan (WRMP24), which includes the largest rollout of customer metering in the UK water industry, plans to reduce leakage by 50%, and includes the need to develop multi-billion-pound strategic resource options. This is a ‘Hybrid’ role with the base location being Clearwater Court in Reading, and with an expectation of 2 days in the office or on site. Working pattern or hours is Monday to Friday, 36 hours a week. Some travel will be expected across the Thames Water estate What you should bring to the role We are looking for a water industry expert with a substantial knowledge base, both of water assets and the water resources system, alongside the legislative and policy environment within which water resources planning is undertaken. You must have: Significant in-depth technical experience in the water industry. Expert knowledge and experience of critical water issues for the water industry (e.g. water resources planning, water resources options, leakage, metering and water efficiency). Experience of influencing and working collaboratively with regulators and non-governmental organisations. Experience with strategy development and securing buy-in from all levels across the business Ability to work across departments, teams and technical specialists at all levels of the company. It would be desirable if you also had the following: Line management experience and experience managing external providers Degree or professional qualification in a relevant discipline, for example, hydrology, environmental science or water resources management. Experience working in other aspects of the water industry/capital projects, for example, operations, strategy & regulation, capital delivery, or infrastructure consenting Experience in giving expert evidence, withstanding critical cross-examination and delivering a plan suitable for external scrutiny Experience managing budgets and large technical projects, involving multiple stakeholders Previous end-to-end delivery of strategic plan within the water industry What’s in it for you? Competitive salary between £77,000 & £95,000 per annum depending on experience. Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)  Car Allowance Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets Generous Pension Scheme through AON Private Medical Health Care Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Read Less

Fire Systems Technician (Fire & Security Systems)

£37,000 - £44,000 DOE + Career Progression + Training + Company Vehicle (private mileage included) + Door-to-Door + Overtime + 22 days holiday

Reading

Are you Field Service Engineer Engineer with experience in fire or security systems looking to join a fast-growing company that really looks after it's staff and offers training and the opportunity to p...




















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Job Title: WS-Tech Architect
Location: Reading, (onsite)
Job Type: Contract Inside IR35

Job Summary: Having 12+ years' experience In IT industry wherein 10+ years in Appian.Certified Level 2 Appian Developer.5+ years of experience in IT with responsibilities in one or more of the areas - Technical Architecture, Application Development, Business process management and/or Enterprise Application Inte... Read Less

Job Title: OSS-Tech Lead
Location: Reading (Onsite)
Job Type: Contract Inside IR35

Job Summary: Having 7 to 10 Years experience in IT Industry Wherein 5+ years in Appian.4-5 years of experience in development of enterprise-level web applications using an object-oriented technology stack.2+ years of experience in designing BPM applications.At least 3 years of experience in leading a team of develop... Read Less