Are you an experienced Quality Assurance Assistant looking for a new challenge?

Our client based near March is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Assistant to join them on a permanent full time basis working a two week rotation:- 5.45am-2pm & 1.45pm -10pm Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

As Quality Assurance Assistant, you will be responsible for:-

Developing and maintaining the company quality system
Controlling bulk, packaging and finished product status
Assisting in new projects
Maintaining production quality standards
You will monitor production processes for specification compliance and food safety standards
Calibrate production line equipment
Ensure hygiene standards are maintained
GMP auditing, HACCP, food safety and GMP standards training
Environmental monitoring, auditing of paper & pc based production, quality, temperature checks, etc records, making goods in / goods out checks, arranging samples, producing packaging waste reports, improve systems processes and other related duties.
Skills required

To be considered for the role of Quality Assurance Assistant, it is essential that you have:-

Worked in a similar QA position
A strong knowledge of the quality function / department
Excellent communication skills and a knowledge of basic food hygiene.
HACCP & GMP Auditing experience
Benefits

28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays but rising with length of service, pension after 3 months, life assurance, on-site parking, overtime available, Christmas shutdown.

Send your CV now for consideration.

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My client based in March is looking for 1 x Quality Auditor to join the Manufacturing team.

PERMANENT

The shift pattern is 4 on 4 off, 06:00-18:00 hrs at a rate of £14.60 per hour.

This role includes auditing, monitoring and evaluating internal systems and procedures, whilst supporting the Operations team with technical knowledge, promoting Food Safety standards and customer requirements.

Main Responsibilities:
* Support every aspect of auditing of our quality system program, including audit planning, implementation, feedback, and re-audit assessments as required
* Identify areas requiring training and ensure they are addressed within given time frame
* Evaluate production processes for compliance with quality requirements
* Carry out verification / competency checks
* Prepare, participate, and present in 3rd party audits
* Conduct pre- and post-audit debriefs with the department managers
* Conduct full trace ability exercises
* Conduct swabbing and sampling against risk assessed schedule
* Effectively analyse data to identify areas of weakness or non-compliance
* Monitor trials and NPD (when applicable) regarding shelf life/quality/ Gas levels
* Conduct full quality shelf-life analysis and report findings/improvement actions
* Support the Quality and Compliance Manager with any issues relating to product quality, including customer complaints, rejections or withdrawals and to deputise when required

Key Skills Required:
* Relevant experience of working within a technical department and be able to demonstrate a passion for Quality Assurance.
* Good knowledge of customer requirements, fresh produce, and quality specifications
* Good planning, organisation and communication skills
* Auditing skills (including good attention to detail and the ability to investigate)
* Analytical - ability to interpret, understand and explain data
* Anticipate problems and be proactive with regards to solving them.
* Basic computer skills - Microsoft packages e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, and Navision.
* Understanding of B.R.C. and H.A.C.C.P requirements along with Food Safety and H.A.C.C.P. Level 2 qualifications would be desirable but not essential. However, a willingness to learn and attend relevant training is.


If you have worked within a manufacturing/factory environment and possess excellent communication please apply online or on 01733 907868.

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Control Systems Engineer

The COMPANY
Our client is a well established Global manufacturer, acknowledged as a leading provider of industrial process and automation solutions. From initial design through manufacturing and commissioning - focussing on their clients specific brief/requirements they deliver an industry leading professional service to a myriad of industries including food processing, pharmaceutical, packaging, scientific, power generation, general manufacturing, etc. Their market leading comprehensive service product range means that they have gained an enviable global reputation synonymous with excellence in the +100 countries that utilise their products/services. We are proud to be an integral part of their ongoing expansion, providing them with suitable local staff to complement their outstanding existing team.

The ROLE
The Control Systems Engineer will be part of a team delivering Systems Integration for projects mainly in the food industry. The minutia of the role includes;

* Developing PLC, HMI and SCADA software
* Participating in the whole project life cycle
* Liaising with customers, suppliers and the rest of your team.
* Performing testing with customers
* Carry out on-site commissioning

The CANDIDATE
Our client is looking for a Control Systems Engineer with the following background:

* Experience with PLC and SCADA/HMI platforms
* Desire to learn new technologies.
* Background working with customers delivering projects.
* Good understanding of setting up, commissioning, and fault finding of industrial networks would be advantageous
* Experience working in an engineering environment.
* Enjoy working in a supportive team environment
* Take pride in doing a good job

Package:
Salary £55,000 - £62,500 Depending on experience,
Company pension scheme,
25 Days holiday, plus bank holidays
Profit Share scheme,
Share scheme
Etc.

ALTERNATIVE TITLES: Industrial Control Systems Engineer, Senior Control Systems Software Engineer, PLC Engineer, SCADA/HMI Engineer, Control System Designer


Location: Peterborough
This role is commutable from:
Peterborough
Stamford
Corby
Uppingham
Wansford
Yaxley
Oundle
Kettering
Northampton
Cambridge
Thrapston
Wellingborough
Huntingdon
Sawtry
Raunds

Mana Resourcing is a specialist recruitment company working within the Engineering, Sales, IT and Commercial sectors. We are established to service and support the recruitment requirements of modern businesses and candidates alike.
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Head of Quality and Regulatory Affairs

A fast growing healthcare technology company is looking for a highly skilled and motivated Head of Quality and Regulatory Affairs to join their team. This individual will play a critical role in guiding the organisation's innovative medical products through the regulatory approval process, ensuring compliance with global quality standards. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about navigating complex regulatory landscapes to bring cutting-edge technologies to market.

You must have demonstrable experience with successful regulatory submissions, including FDA, UKCA, and CE marking applications for in vitro diagnostics.

Role Overview

• Lead Regulatory Strategy: Develop and execute the regulatory strategy for all products across key international markets.


• Provide Regulatory Guidance: Ensure the team is up-to-date on global regulatory changes and train team members on regulatory requirements.


• Oversee Submissions: Lead the preparation and submission of regulatory applications, including FDA approvals, UKCA, and CE marking.


• Post-Market Compliance: Ensure that post-market surveillance activities comply with all regulatory requirements.


• Manage External Relations: Serve as the key point of contact for communications with regulatory bodies, Notified Bodies, and reimbursement entities.

Additionally, the Head of Quality will manage the company's quality systems, including:

• Achieve ISO13485 Certification: Lead the process to gain and maintain ISO13485 certification, ensuring full compliance with quality standards.


• Quality Management System (QMS): Oversee the company's QMS, ensuring that all staff are trained on and adhere to quality procedures.


• Audit Leadership: Lead both internal and external audits to ensure ongoing compliance.

This is an exceptional opportunity to drive the regulatory and quality functions of a company at the forefront of healthcare innovation. Ideal candidates will be passionate about bringing life-changing products to market while ensuring the highest regulatory and quality standards.

Please note: We are unable to accept applicants who require sponsorship.

Control Systems Engineer

The COMPANY
Our client is a well established Global manufacturer, acknowledged as a leading provider of industrial process and automation solutions. From initial design through manufacturing and commissioning - focussing on their clients specific brief/requirements they deliver an industry leading professional service to a myriad of industries including food processing, pharmaceutical, packaging, scientific, power generation, general manufacturing, etc. Their market leading comprehensive service product range means that they have gained an enviable global reputation synonymous with excellence in the +100 countries that utilise their products/services. We are proud to be an integral part of their ongoing expansion, providing them with suitable local staff to complement their outstanding existing team.

The ROLE
The Control Systems Engineer will be part of a team delivering Systems Integration for projects mainly in the food industry. The minutia of the role includes;

* Developing PLC, HMI and SCADA software
* Participating in the whole project life cycle
* Liaising with customers, suppliers and the rest of your team.
* Performing testing with customers
* Carry out on-site commissioning

The CANDIDATE
Our client is looking for a Control Systems Engineer with the following background:

* Experience with PLC and SCADA/HMI platforms
* Desire to learn new technologies.
* Background working with customers delivering projects.
* Good understanding of setting up, commissioning, and fault finding of industrial networks would be advantageous
* Experience working in an engineering environment.
* Enjoy working in a supportive team environment
* Take pride in doing a good job

Package:
Salary £55,000 - £62,500 Depending on experience,
Company pension scheme,
25 Days holiday, plus bank holidays
Profit Share scheme,
Share scheme
Etc.

ALTERNATIVE TITLES: Industrial Control Systems Engineer, Senior Control Systems Software Engineer, PLC Engineer, SCADA/HMI Engineer, Control System Designer


Location: Peterborough
This role is commutable from:
Peterborough
Stamford
Corby
Uppingham
Wansford
Yaxley
Oundle
Kettering
Northampton
Cambridge
Thrapston
Wellingborough
Huntingdon
Sawtry
Raunds

Mana Resourcing is a specialist recruitment company working within the Engineering, Sales, IT and Commercial sectors. We are established to service and support the recruitment requirements of modern businesses and candidates alike.
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Why join Marshall in this role

The Quality Coordinator will support the quality team by ensuring the smooth operation of quality processes and procedures. The role involves administrative tasks, coordinating quality activities, and compiling reports to assist in maintaining product and service standards. The individual will work closely with internal teams to ensure compliance with company policies and help identify opportunities for improvement.

This role is a 12 month fixed term contract.

Your responsibilities will include:

Administrative Support:

• Provide administrative support to the quality team, including maintaining accurate records, updating databases, and ensuring documentation is up-to-date.
• Assist in preparing materials for quality meetings, including agendas, reports, and presentations.

Coordinating Quality Activities:

• Organise and schedule internal audits, inspections, and quality reviews.
• Assist in tracking and following up on corrective and preventive actions to ensure timely completion.
• Help coordinate cross-departmental communication related to quality activities and ensure smooth workflow.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Compile quality data and prepare regular reports for management, including tracking key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Maintain records of quality inspections, audits, and corrective actions, ensuring they are easily accessible.
• Assist in preparing documentation for external audits and certifications.
• Control and purchasing of Standards used across the company.

Customer Feedback and Complaints:

• Support the resolution of customer complaints by gathering information and helping to monitor actions taken to resolve issues.
• Maintain logs of customer feedback and complaints, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up actions are recorded.

Training and Communication:

• Assist in preparing and distributing training materials related to quality processes.
• Support communication efforts to ensure all staff are aware of quality standards and updates to procedures.

Compliance:

• Help monitor compliance with company quality standards and alert the relevant teams to any deviations.

Apply if you have most of the following:

• Experience in an administrative or support role, preferably in a quality or compliance environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and other administrative tools.
• Data Management: Proficiency in using databases and software tools to track and manage quality data, documents, and reports.
• Reporting: Experience in preparing reports, gathering data, and presenting it in a clear and concise manner.
• Document Control: Familiarity with managing and maintaining accurate documentation, ensuring records are updated and accessible.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail in administrative work.
• Organisational Skills: Strong organisational skills to manage records, track actions, and support the quality team in staying on schedule.
• Communication: Good communication skills to effectively interact with internal teams and support reporting and documentation.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to support the resolution of issues by gathering relevant information and following up on actions.
• Teamwork: Work well with others, supporting the quality team and collaborating across departments when necessary.

The benefits we will offer you include:

• 27 days holiday increasing with service up to 30 days (option to buy /sell)
• Pension contributions up to 9%
• Medical cash plan
• Extensive flexible benefit program including Cycle to Work
• Life assurance at 4x basic salary
• Enhanced parental leave and pay
• Paid volunteering leave
• Access to industry leading wellbeing resources and tools

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Why join Marshall in this role?

This role will give you the chance to play a key role on ground-breaking and high-profile defence projects with values in the hundreds of millions. You'll be part of an industry-leading team, working with Marshall and other major defence stakeholders and Primes.

Purpose of the position

Overall responsibility for delivering the Quality strategy for all Marshall activities across differing Business Lines, focussed primarily on product conformance and service delivery, whilst ensuring adherence to best practice protocols, regulation and compliance, locally and internationally.​

Accountability

Ensure that all services delivered by, and all products supplied by, all Marshall entities comply with the Customer requirements; applicable to engineering, manufacturing and maintenance operational areas under jurisdiction at all times during the conduct of normal operations.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations and promote a safe working environment within the organisation.​

• Development and implementation of the Quality strategy and systems in compliance with all regulatory requirements instituted by local and international authorities.​

• Support the environmental management system to minimise environmental impact and comply with relevant regulations.​

• Plan and conduct quality inspections and assessments to monitor compliance with quality standards and identify corrections and areas for improvement.​

• Independently oversee quality control procedures for manufacturing and assembly processes to ensure customer quality and design requirements are met.​

• Lead investigations and root cause analysis for identified non-conformances, setting and implementing timely corrective actions.​

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement preventive actions to drive continuous improvement.​

• Embed a culture of quality into the organisation through providing training and guidance to employees on quality standards, processes, and regulations.​

• Work with the Supply Chain team to develop product quality improvements throughout the supply chain.​

• Establish and maintain effective collaboration with the appropriate Marshall teams to support the Quality aspects of programme bids and product development

• Support Business Line delivery performance by establishing and improving 'right first time' KPIs

• Delivery of bid and project Quality requirements

Tasks:

• Responsible for ensuring Customer product and service issues are dealt with in a timely and effective manner.

• Improve Customer performance, demonstrated by KPI improvement, through the application of a consistent approach to Quality.

• Proactively support the reduction of incidents and customer complaints.

• Provide relevant, accurate data, metrics and reports on performance for Quality aspects, analysing data and developing strategies to improve.

• Responsible for ensuring all activities, processes and procedures are carried out to the highest quality and accuracy standards.

• Provide leadership and support on all matters relating to product recall and containment from Customers, through to all tiers of the Supply Chain

• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and provide relevant advice and guidance to support development of overall strategic planning.

• Develop and maintain an appropriate system to identify and manage safety risks within the business and ensure the emergency response system is regularly tested.

• Comply with all Customer inspection and product release processes

• Manage budget and financial planning to ensure all Quality requirements can be met.

• Ensure recruitment and development of suitably qualified and experienced Quality staff to support the business

Capability

Behavioural Competencies:

• Lead, motivate and develop a diverse team of engineers and specialists, setting objectives, managing performance and ensuring that staff have the necessary skills to deliver functional/operational objectives.

• Unrelenting focus on the customer and their needs with a desire to provide outstanding customer service.​

• Able to shape a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture by putting people at the heart of everything.​

• Operate at the highest standards of integrity and fairness.​

• Being a source of comfort and empathy for understanding difficult people issues

• Maintain competitive edge through innovation and creativity, finding imaginative solutions to evolving customer demands and demonstrating a spirit of adventure.​

• Highly collaborative mindset, placing emphasis on openness, honesty and transparency.

• Demonstrate an understanding of diverse International customs and traditions that may affect how people behave and understand Quality Control.

Technical Competencies:

• Proven experience in the implementation and development of Quality strategies, Management systems and behavioural based improvement programmes.

• A background in Product Control and Assurance within safety critical, complex engineering industries.

• The ability to review and interpret all elements of product conformance, design requirements, technical drawings and data.

• The ability to interpret Customer queries and requirements to help build compliant bids and proposals for new services and products.

• Experience in 'Lean' methodology and continuous improvement

Education:

• An academic degree or equivalent, in a technical discipline, from a university or other higher educational institution recognised by the competent authority or quality based discipline.

• Professional qualification, chartered status or equivalent experience.

• Deep knowledge of area of specialism combined with broad knowledge of the industry and the relevant external environment (legislative, regulatory, best practice standards, etc.).

• Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills; able to wield influence over other senior leaders across Marshall and partner organisations.

• Ability to set the appropriate culture for a high-performing function.

• Experience of developing internal relationships at a senior management level.

• Experience of leading delivery within a complex organisation with multiple competing demands.

• Ability to maintain a strong connection between the professional service area and the business environment.

• Significant people management experience with experience of leading a multi-disciplined workforce.

• Proven financial management skills and strong commercial acumen.

Experience:

• Quality strategies, methodologies & tools: Significant experience in developing and implementing world class aerospace compliant quality assurance strategies, methodologies, tools and systems.​

• Regulatory Compliance: Legacy of adherence to aerospace quality and safety regulations

• Audits: Demonstrated ability to monitor compliance through conducting quality audits, inspections and assessments, and leveraging insights to improve compliance.​

• Business Management Systems: Skilled at establishing and overseeing quality and safety management procedures across cross-functional teams.​

• Quality Assurance: Proven history of leading investigations into quality incidents to find the root cause, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement effective corrective actions and continuous improvements.​

• Quality Control: Legacy of implementing corrective and preventive actions to address quality issues and drive continuous improvement.​

• Culture Championing. Skilled at embedding a culture of quality, environmental consideration and health and safety into the organisation through providing training and guidance to employees.​

Additional local needs

• There will be approximately 10% of travel involved with this role to other MA sites (both UK & International travel).

About Marshall

Marshall is an independent, family-owned UK company with a diverse portfolio of businesses and a shared commitment to keeping our customers moving forward.

Whether that is supporting global armed forces to deliver mission-critical activities, keeping the UK distribution industry on the road, creating new sustainable communities where people can live and thrive, or developing the next generations of industry talent - we are incredibly proud to have been building extraordinary futures since 1909.

Marshall Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Marshall Group is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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Job Title: Quality Officer

Location: Huntingdon, Cambridge
Salary: £26-28k
Working Pattern: 2 days on-site, 3 days WFH

Your new company
As a leading global provider of clinical supply chain solutions, this company specialises in seamless logistics, packaging, and distribution for the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors, powering the success of clinical trials and drug development. The company embraces and encourages diverse perspectives and builds a culture that values work-life integration, professional development and collaboration between countries and functions across the world.
Your new role
In this role, you will be responsible for driving quality standards across the organisation, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting the development of the quality team. You will take ownership of key quality processes, acting as a critical link between operations and the QA strategy.

• Implement and maintain quality procedures, standards, and specifications.
• Conduct audits and ensure corrective actions are applied to minimise future issues.
• Provide local support on all quality matters to maintain compliance across activities.
• Develop and mentor Quality Assurance Assistants, ensuring they are engaged and aligned with the QA strategy.

What you'll need to succeed

• A degree in a relevant field
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Experience in QA, ideally within the pharmaceutical, food, cosmetics, or manufacturing industries.
• Familiarity with quality standards, including GMP and GDP
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong numeracy skills
• Coaching and development skills

What you'll get in return

• Hybrid working arrangement (2 days on-site, 3 days from home).
• The opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and forward-thinking quality team
• A flexible learning culture in an international business environment

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

• Competitive salary and remuneration package including, 27 days holiday, pension contributions matched up to 9%
• Cambridge based the role has the opportunity for hybrid working (approx. 3 days a week in the office).
• Marshall, an independent, family-owned British company, proudly helping our customers move forwards since 1909.

Why join Marshall in this role

The Control Systems Engineer at Marshall is instrumental in the development and implementation of novel control strategies for a Liquid Hydrogen Fuel System. This role involves creating innovative control algorithms, ensuring system stability, efficiency, and safety. The Control Systems Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate advanced control solutions, fostering the continuous improvement of the fuel system's performance and reliability. Key to this role is the development of fault detection and diagnostic algorithms, enabling prognostic responses to potential issues and ensuring the overall health and reliability of the system.

Within this context, the purpose of the Control Systems Engineer is to:

• Develop and Implement Advanced Control Strategies: Design and implement innovative control algorithms for the Liquid Hydrogen Fuel System, focusing on stability, efficiency, and safety, initially to successful ground demonstration at TRL 6 in 2027.

• Fault Detection and Health Management: Develop sophisticated fault detection and diagnostic algorithms, enabling proactive responses to potential issues. Implement health management strategies for continuous monitoring, predictive maintenance, and fault tolerance, ensuring system reliability.

• Collaborative Optimisation: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, refine control strategies based on real-world data, conduct comprehensive testing, and integrate fault-tolerant solutions. Contribute to the advancement of the fuel system's performance and reliability through continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities in this role include:

Under the supervision of the Hydrogen Fuel System Technical Lead, this role encompasses the following responsibilities for achieving success:

Implementation and Compliance:

Implement and ensure compliance with Lifecycle Management and Engineering processes within Marshall hydrogen industrial research context.

Support continuous improvement initiatives related to the hydrogen fuel system.

• Develop, design, and implement advanced control algorithms for a Liquid Hydrogen Fuel System, focusing on stability, efficiency, and safety.
• Investigate and evaluate emerging control technologies, ensuring the fuel system benefits from the latest advancements in the field.
• Develop sophisticated fault detection algorithms to identify anomalies and deviations from expected system behaviour.
• Design diagnostic algorithms capable of pinpointing the root cause of faults, enabling precise troubleshooting and efficient maintenance procedures.
• Implement real-time monitoring systems to assess the fuel system's performance and detect potential faults at an early stage.
• Develop fault-tolerant system designs, ensuring the system can continue operating with minimal disruption even in the presence of faults.
• Enable health management strategies that allow for proactive responses to identified issues, preventing potential failures, and ensuring uninterrupted system reliability.
• Integrate health management systems within the control architecture to enable continuous monitoring of system components.
• Develop predictive maintenance algorithms, allowing for the timely replacement of components before they fail, ensuring system longevity and minimising downtime.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, simulation engineers, and software developers, to refine control strategies based on real-world performance data and operational requirements.
• Conduct thorough analysis of control feedback and collaborate with stakeholders to implement improvements and optimize system behaviour.
• Plan and conduct comprehensive testing procedures to validate the fault detection, diagnostic, and health management algorithms under various operating conditions and fault scenarios.
• Verify the effectiveness of health management strategies through simulation, modelling, and physical testing, ensuring alignment with performance goals and safety requirements.
• Ensure that fuel management and control system design, manufacturing, and maintenance processes adhere to relevant aerospace industry regulations and safety standards.
• Identify gaps in existing standards and collaborate with regulatory bodies and industry partners to develop new standards where necessary, ensuring compliance with evolving industry requirements.
• Collaborate with the project team and support functions to monitor project progress, track milestones, and address any deviations from the project plan.
• Proactively identify potential challenges and deviations, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure timely and successful project completion.
• Facilitate knowledge retention and dissemination strategies.
• Capture, organize, and preserve knowledge, insights, and best practices related to the hydrogen fuel system.
• Perform effective risk management activities to identify potential risks, opportunities, or vulnerabilities in the fuel system's design or operation.
• Develop strategies to mitigate identified risks.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency, performance, and reliability of the fuel system architecture.
• Roadmap the remaining Technology Readiness Levels (TRL6-TRL9) for the fuel system.

Apply if you have most of the following:

• Proficiency in fault detection and diagnostic algorithm development, emphasizing precision and efficiency in identifying system anomalies.
• Strong programming skills in languages for real-time control applications, diagnostic algorithms, and system health management. Including or equivalent to IBM Engineering Lifecycle Management tools [DOORS NEXT, Workflow and Test management and Rhapsody], MATLAB, Simulink and Simscape, Siemens Capital software and ANSYS, COMSOL
• Familiarity with sensors, actuators, and feedback control mechanisms used in industrial applications, as well as fault-tolerant system design principles.
• Strong project and risk management skills.
• Experience in manufacturing of mock-ups and prototypes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Experience

• Proven experience in control systems engineering, with a focus on developing fault detection and diagnostic algorithms, health management strategies, and fault-tolerant system designs for complex systems.
• Proven expertise in utilizing control system software and tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, or similar platforms for algorithm development and simulation.
• Experience in real-time control implementations and integration with fault-tolerant systems.
• Experience in control system design for liquid hydrogen handling highly desired.
• Experience in relevant technology development [TRL3-6] project environments highly desired
• Applied experience in developing new supply chains desirable.

Education

• Degree level or equivalent in a STEM or adjacent discipline

The benefits we will offer you include:

• 27 days holiday increasing with service up to 30 days (option to buy /sell)
• Pension contributions up to 9%
• Private medical insurance
• Extensive flexible benefit program including Cycle to Work
• Life assurance at 4x basic salary
• Enhanced parental leave and pay
• Paid volunteering leave
• Access to industry leading wellbeing resources and tools

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Please see full job description and person specification for full details of this role, including essential qualifications and criteria.

The Perinatal Governance and Quality Improvement Lead will: Support the perinatal services in meeting its statutory requirements and clinical governance objectives by overseeing, monitoring and reporting on the progress of national drivers such as risk management, infection prevention and control, Care Quality Commission standards and regulations, regulatory initiatives and in particular lead on: Saving Babies Lives Care Bundle V3 (SBLCBv3), NHS Resolution Maternity and Perinatal Incentive Scheme (MPIS), Maternity 3 year single delivery plan, Maternity Core Competency Framework, National Maternity Preceptorship Framework, Clinical audit agenda, MBRRACE and the Perinatal Mortality Review Tool, MatNeoSip, and the national maternity reports relating to Ockenden, Kirkup and Nottingham service review. Act as representative for the specialities at governance and assurance framework groups within the Trust. Oversee the implementation of clinical audit and other clinical effectiveness processes as a mechanism for improving quality, risk and safety. This will include development of a clearly defined annual audit programme along with the obstetric and midwifery leads for Quality Improvement. Ensure systems are in place to monitor the quality of care, KPIs and outcomes to give assurance that all clinical teams are delivering ongoing quality improvements in the standards of care based on best evidenced based practice. Support clinical teams with external reviews, Quality Assurance visits and ensure processes and support in place for on-going monitoring and quality improvement methodology applies to action plans. Implement agreed systems and processes to provide assurance of the delivery of patient safety and prevention of harm in line with national and local standard of care. Support and work alongside the Trust claims team to ensure eligible Early Notification cases are reported to NHS ResolutionsIdentify required development and service changes within the maternity and neonatal services, and actively participate in seeking consensus in development and implementation of change. Responsible for the management and maintenance of the risk registers in collaboration with the individual department risk leads for maternity and neonatal services. Identify risks associated with the provision of the speciality services and the delivery of high-quality patient care, escalating risks to the senior management teams as appropriate and implementing quality improvement plans to mitigate the risks. Co-ordinate the reporting of the divisional risks, and potential risks, identifying trends and contributing to proposals for the management of such risks. Ensure there is a robust performance management framework within the service to deliver on all aspects of the risk management and clinical governance agenda. Actively engage and liaise with the LMNS to support quality, risk and governance processes across the system. Encourage and engage with the Maternity Voices Partnership chairs to support with co-production of services and governance oversight. Enable the implementation of processes to ensure that all staff receive feedback following submission of incident forms, involvement in Patient Safety Investigation Response Framework and complaints. Support the Head of Midwifery and the Head of Perinatal Governance and Quality Improvement in the overall management of the complaints process. Monitor the Datix incident reporting system for Maternity and Neonatal services and support staff to investigate thoroughly and in a timely way. Work closely with the Trust safety and quality team and service leads, to ensure learning from Safety Incidents, internal reviews, complaints and claims are translated into learning and sustained improvement across all clinical areas in the service and Trust. Lead on and work closely with the Trust Patient Safety, Quality team and LMNS on Patient Safety Incident response framework. Undertake, and support others to undertake, detailed incident investigations using a robust and clear process, in line with the patient safety framework/patient safety incident response framework which focuses on Human Factors Ergonomics (HFE), system and process service improvements. Ensure early communications with staff and families when safety incidents are identified, define involvement and engagement needs and provide ongoing support during and after investigations. Lead for liaison and meetings with families who have experienced distressing, emotional impacts to their maternity journey. Responsibility for the overview and management of cases which are emotive and distressing for both the service user and staff. Responsibility for oversight of the completion of the PMRT reviews and family liaison in sensitive and emotive situations with bereaved parents. Work collaboratively with the Professional Midwifery Advocates (PMAs) to ensure that staff feel supported when involved in incidents/adverse outcomes, providing pastoral support where required. Review and ensure the development of SMART action plans in response to investigations which are evidence based and aim to address the identified contributory factors in order to enable sustained quality improvement. Develop and maintain Quality Improvement Trackers in line with PSIRF. Develop and maintain relationships with the Maternity and Newborn Safety Investigations (MNSI) ensuring all incidents that meet the MNSI and Early Notifications eligibility criteria as referred in timeframes expected. To ensure governance and quality is embedded within the wards including the dissemination of risk, audit, learning from excellence complaints and trends are shared. Review and maintain the accuracy of the maternity dashboard to enable the comparison, monitoring and delivery of divisional KPIs, CQUIMS (MSDS), NMPA, NNPA, NMI and CIPS. Actively participate in Divisional and Trust meetings, representing all elements of the service provision. Represent the service and the organisation at system wide meetings, working collaboratively with partners within the Local Maternity and Neonatal System (LMNS). Experienced and strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, and to use measures to influence key decisions on priorities and drive a systematic, accurate approach for reporting and improvements. Liaise with service users regarding the development of the service whenever feasible. Be experienced and trained in quality improvement methodologies. Collaborate with the senior leadership team to enable a positive safety culture within the division and demonstrate an inclusive and mentoring approach to leadership, working with clinical teams to agree and ensure the maintenance of high standards of practice and behaviours. Promote a Just, learning, and restorative culture. Support the Head of Perinatal Governance and Quality Improvement to monitor, investigate and report on the Divisions performance, spanning a broad range of issues, including incident trends, complaints, mortality and morbidity and legal claims. Empower the staff in the Division to positively embrace formal and informal complaints, comments and praise as a learning tool to influence behaviour and alter practice and culture. Ensure a strong patient safety focus and an open culture to incident reporting and that practice is challenged positively and best practice is shared and championed. Provide all line management support and function to the staff working directly within the Maternity Quality, Safety and Risk team. Lead the annual appraisal process for members within your direct line management ensuring personal development plans and career conversations are in place with objectives to meet personal and service requirements. Provide expert, visible leadership and expert advice on clinical effectiveness, patient safety and quality and co-ordinate all aspects of clinical governance. Undertake individual staff appraisals annually and support others to undertake this role for their staff line reports. Be able to think critically and be visionary in approaches to midwifery care. Be analytical in thought with attention to detail and able to communicate to help solve problems in everyday maternity challenges. Act as a champion for maternity and midwifery building strong teams within the unit. Foster a learning culture, be recognised as a role model and demonstrate support for the ongoing professional development of staff. Actively participate in the Maternity Lead on-call rota.

North West Anglia Foundation Trust have have an excellent opportunity within our Perinatal services, as our Perinatal Governance and Quality Improvement Lead.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative individual to join our friendly and dynamic team. You will be passionate about patient safety, and proactive about working with families, and staff, to bring improved experience and outcomes for birthing women/people and their families who use our service.



** please note interviews will be held the week commencing 7th October**



In the role the Perinatal Governance and Quality Improvement Lead will support the Head ofPerinatal Governance and Quality Improvement in the organisation and delivery of the perinatal strategy and alignment with the overall Trust governance processes impacting the organisational delivery and assurance of perinatal safety and quality.

Support the Head ofPerinatal Governance and Quality Improvement to provide assurance that NWAFT’s perinatal services meets its statutory requirements and clinical governance objectives by overseeing, monitoring and reporting on the progress of national and local drivers.

Lead the service clinical governance groups ensuring they are progressive, contemporaneous and drive sustainable improvement in learning and practice.

Drive improvements to quality and safety within maternity and neonatal services ensuring compliance with Trust and National policies, guidelines and legislation.

Collaborate with the senior leadership team to enable a positive safety culture within the division and demonstrate an inclusive and mentoring approach to leadership, working with clinical teams to agree and ensure the maintenance of high standards of practice and behaviours.

To ensure safe, quality and equitable services are delivered to all women/pregnancy service users who chose to use our services at Northwest Anglia NHS Foundation Trust.

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.

As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
• Flexible working opportunities;
• Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
• Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
• Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
• Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
• On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
• Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
• Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.

The Perinatal Governance and Quality Improvement Lead will:
• Support the perinatal services in meeting its statutory requirements and clinical governance objectives by overseeing, monitoring and reporting on the progress of national drivers such as risk management, infection prevention and control, Care Quality Commission standards and regulations, regulatory initiatives and in particular lead on: Saving Babies Lives Care Bundle V3 (SBLCBv3), NHS Resolution Maternity and Perinatal Incentive Scheme (MPIS), Maternity 3 year single delivery plan, Maternity Core Competency Framework, National Maternity Preceptorship Framework, Clinical audit agenda, MBRRACE and the Perinatal Mortality Review Tool, MatNeoSip, and the national maternity reports relating to Ockenden, Kirkup and Nottingham service review.
• Act as representative for the specialities at governance and assurance framework groups within the Trust.
• Oversee the implementation of clinical audit and other clinical effectiveness processes as a mechanism for improving quality, risk and safety. This will include development of a clearly defined annual audit programme along with the obstetric and midwifery leads for Quality Improvement.
• Ensure systems are in place to monitor the quality of care, KPI’s and outcomes to give assurance that all clinical teams are delivering ongoing quality improvements in the standards of care based on best evidenced based practice.
• Support clinical teams with external reviews, Quality Assurance visits and ensure processes and support in place for on-going monitoring and quality improvement methodology applies to action plans.
• Implement agreed systems and processes to provide assurance of the delivery of patient safety and prevention of harm in line with national and local standard of care.
• Support and work alongside the Trust claims team to ensure eligible Early Notification cases are reported to NHS Resolutions
Identify required development and service changes within the maternity and neonatal services, and actively participate in seeking consensus in development and implementation of change.
• Responsible for the management and maintenance of the risk registers in collaboration with the individual department risk leads for maternity and neonatal services.
• Identify risks associated with the provision of the speciality services and the delivery of high-quality patient care, escalating risks to the senior management teams as appropriate and implementing quality improvement plans to mitigate the risks.
• Co-ordinate the reporting of the divisional risks, and potential risks, identifying trends and contributing to proposals for the management of such risks.
• Ensure there is a robust performance management framework within the service to deliver on all aspects of the risk management and clinical governance agenda.
• Actively engage and liaise with the LMNS to support quality, risk and governance processes across the system.
• Encourage and engage with the Maternity Voices Partnership chairs to support with co-production of services and governance oversight.
• Enable the implementation of processes to ensure that all staff receive feedback following submission of incident forms, involvement in Patient Safety Investigation Response Framework and complaints.
• Support the Head of Midwifery and the Head of Perinatal Governance and Quality Improvement in the overall management of the complaints process.
• Monitor the Datix incident reporting system for Maternity and Neonatal services and support staff to investigate thoroughly and in a timely way.
• Work closely with the Trust safety and quality team and service leads, to ensure learning from Safety Incidents, internal reviews, complaints and claims are translated into learning and sustained improvement across all clinical areas in the service and Trust.
• Lead on and work closely with the Trust Patient Safety, Quality team and LMNS on Patient Safety Incident response framework.
• Undertake, and support others to undertake, detailed incident investigations using a robust and clear process, in line with the patient safety framework/patient safety incident response framework which focuses on Human Factors Ergonomics (HFE), system and process service improvements.
• Ensure early communications with staff and families when safety incidents are identified, define involvement and engagement needs and provide ongoing support during and after investigations.
• Lead for liaison and meetings with families who have experienced distressing, emotional impacts to their maternity journey.
• Responsibility for the overview and management of cases which are emotive and distressing for both the service user and staff.
• Responsibility for oversight of the completion of the PMRT reviews and family liaison in sensitive and emotive situations with bereaved parents.
• Work collaboratively with the Professional Midwifery Advocates (PMAs) to ensure that staff feel supported when involved in incidents/adverse outcomes, providing pastoral support where required.
• Review and ensure the development of SMART action plans in response to investigations which are evidence based and aim to address the identified contributory factors in order to enable sustained quality improvement.
• Develop and maintain Quality Improvement Trackers in line with PSIRF.
• Develop and maintain relationships with the Maternity and Newborn Safety Investigations (MNSI) ensuring all incidents that meet the MNSI and Early Notifications eligibility criteria as referred in timeframes expected.
• To ensure governance and quality is embedded within the wards including the dissemination of risk, audit, learning from excellence complaints and trends are shared.
• Review and maintain the accuracy of the maternity dashboard to enable the comparison, monitoring and delivery of divisional KPI’s, CQUIMS (MSDS), NMPA, NNPA, NMI and CIPS.
• Actively participate in Divisional and Trust meetings, representing all elements of the service provision.
• Represent the service and the organisation at system wide meetings, working collaboratively with partners within the Local Maternity and Neonatal System (LMNS).
• Experienced and strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, and to use measures to influence key decisions on priorities and drive a systematic, accurate approach for reporting and improvements.
• Liaise with service users regarding the development of the service whenever feasible.
• Be experienced and trained in quality improvement methodologies.

• Collaborate with the senior leadership team to enable a positive safety culture within the division and demonstrate an inclusive and mentoring approach to leadership, working with clinical teams to agree and ensure the maintenance of high standards of practice and behaviours.

• Promote a Just, learning, and restorative culture.

• Support the Head of Perinatal Governance and Quality Improvement to monitor, investigate and report on the Division’s performance, spanning a broad range of issues, including incident trends, complaints, mortality and morbidity and legal claims.

• Empower the staff in the Division to positively embrace formal and informal complaints, comments and praise as a learning tool to influence behaviour and alter practice and culture.

• Ensure a strong patient safety focus and an open culture to incident reporting and that practice is challenged positively and best practice is shared and championed.

• Provide all line management support and function to the staff working directly within the Maternity Quality, Safety and Risk team.

• Lead the annual appraisal process for members within your direct line management ensuring personal development plans and career conversations are in place with objectives to meet personal and service requirements.

• Provide expert, visible leadership and expert advice on clinical effectiveness, patient safety and quality and co-ordinate all aspects of clinical governance.

• Undertake individual staff appraisals annually and support others to undertake this role for their staff line reports.

• Be able to think critically and be visionary in approaches to midwifery care.

• Be analytical in thought with attention to detail and able to communicate to help solve problems in everyday maternity challenges.

• Act as a champion for maternity and midwifery building strong teams within the unit.

• Foster a learning culture, be recognised as a role model and demonstrate support for the ongoing professional development of staff.

• Actively participate in the Maternity Lead on-call rota.




This advert closes on Sunday 22 Sep 2024

Senior Project Manager who has experience in PLC system integration with the ability to understand and produce control system design documents and lead a team of Engineers is required to join us at Eltek Systems, one of the leading independent providers of industrial process and automation solutions.


SALARY: Competitive + Benefits

LOCATION: Hybrid Working from Home and the Office in Oundle, Northamptonshire, East Midlands, with some travel throughout the UK (Candidates must live within a commutable distance to Oundle)

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent


JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Senior Project Manager who has experience in PLC system integration with the ability to understand and produce control system design documents and lead a team of Engineers.

Working as the Senior Project Manager you will work directly with our clients within the food and beverage industry and their internal design and management teams, using your knowledge of PLC-based control system architecture, PLC, HMI and SCADA coding, machine safety and integrated system safety to help lead a project through all stages of development – from initial project negotiation to final testing.

At every stage, you will nurture and continue to develop our relationship with the client, bringing your strong strategic and tactical skills to the fore. We need a Senior Project Manager like you to help us continue to provide our customers with the level and quality of service we are noted for and work hard to maintain.


ABOUT US

Eltek Systems was established in 1983 and is acknowledged as one of the leading independent providers of industrial process and automation solutions. At Eltek Systems we have managed sustained growth through the proactive construction of effective business partnerships with our customers, and now provide all aspects of system supply from component to complete turnkey solutions across a wide spectrum of industrial processes.


APPLY TODAY

If this job looks like your ideal position, then please send in your CV as soon as possible for our Recruitment Team to review.


DUTIES

Your duties as the Senior Project Manager include:

• Prepare, review, and present detailed technical proposals and quotations for bespoke control systems, including tendering activity with cost estimation, and negotiate when pricing work, rework or variations

• Liaise directly with customers (throughout all stages of a project/programme), including the customer’s internal design and management teams

• Provide technical supervision of system design, build and installation personnel

• Review the design and testing of control systems to ensure they are in accordance with agreed specifications, applicable standards and legislative requirements

• Ensure all relevant Health & Safety procedures are adhered to

• Prepare and present project reviews and evaluations (earned value analysis) to Eltek/Actemium management

• Take the lead in ensuring your team continues to develop their skills in line with business goals

• Work alongside other Project Mangers to develop existing client relationships and identify future requirements on site(s)

• Personally visit customer site(s) as and when required


CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Qualified to HNC/HND/degree level in a relevant discipline

• In-depth experience in system integration, OR substantial experience in systems integration

• High level of ability to understand and produce control system design documents

• Strong understanding of technical project life cycle

• Good to high level of software knowledge of and experience with:

o system for in-process and manufacturing environments
o PLC-based control system architecture
o PLC, HMI and SCADA coding
o integrated system testing of application software and the industrial hardware
o machinery safety design and associated standards
o on-site commissioning of industrial control systems

• You have a working knowledge of:

o industrial hardware systems
o control panel design and assembly
o site installation design
o control system hardware LV distribution/MCC/PLC/safety/instrumentation
o hardware design documents (circuit schematics, I/O schedules, motor schedules)

• You have strong:

o contract management and negotiation skills
o technical solution approach to sales

• Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing combined with strong presentation skills of technical and commercial content

• Successful team leadership and management experience

• Commercial awareness/acumen

• Dynamic and proactive team player who strives to deliver high-quality work at the highest level of customer service

• You can demonstrate your understanding of the full project life cycle

• Excellent time-management skills

• Experience working with clients in the Food & Beverage industry is desired, but not essential if you can show related experience

• Ability to develop and maintain key relationships with customers and internal personnel


BENEFITS

• Holidays – 25 days plus Bank holidays
• Health Shield – Employee assistance scheme
• Profit share scheme
• VINCI share scheme (6-month length-of-service qualifying period)
• EV car purchase scheme (1-year length-of-service qualifying period)
• Company pension scheme (contributions matched up to 6%)
• Hybrid working options following completion of probationary period
• A positive, inclusive and collaborative work environment, with a culture that works to help everyone flourish and succeed


NO AGENCIES PLEASE


HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details.

JOB REF: AWDO-P12526

This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of Eltek Systems

AWD-IN-SPJ

Please refer to the attached job description for full list of duties and responsibilities for this role

Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), the Deputy Medical Director for Quality & Governance (DMD-QG) will lead a number of Trust-wide strategic priorities and quality improvement programmes as determined by the CMO. They will also take the overall medical leadership role in the Trust in relation to Care Quality, including the three key domains of safety, clinical effectiveness and patient experience.

The DMD-QG, along with the DMD for Professional Standards (DMD-PS), will support the CMO in all matters related to medical and dental professional standards.

The DMD-QG will provide medical leadership to the Clinical Risk Manager for serious incidents/matters relating to PSIRF and inquests. They will also be the Named Adult Safeguarding lead for the Trust.

The DMD-QG, along with the DMD for Professional Standards, will deputise for the Chief Medical Officer in his/her absence, including taking the role of Medical Co-ordinator in the event of a Major Incident.

The DMD-QG will support the Chief Medical Officer with the integration of clinical services and processes across North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust (NWAFT).

The DMD-QG will chair committees in relation to his/her role and represent the CMO/Trust at internal and external meetings as required.

The Deputy Medical Director for Quality & Governance will be appointed by the Chief Medical Officer and the Chief Nurse and will be accountable to the Chief Medical Officer for the DMD element of his/her role.

The appointment will be subject to the terms and conditions of the new Consultant Contract. The initial appointment is for 3 years and is subject to a satisfactory annual performance review. The post-holder will receive a formal performance review after the first 6 months and then have annual PDRs undertaken by the Chief Medical Officer; this will be separate from and in addition to their annual appraisal.

The post holder is expected to commit to 5 Programmed Activities within office hours to effectively deliver the DMD-QG role. The Consultant in the chosen speciality role will comprise 5 programmed activities. Upon successful appointment, we will work with you to shape the ideal job plan and review it with you after three months and then annually so you can keep the perfect fit. The Chief Medical Officer is responsible for the review of the job plan in conjunction with the post holder.

We are committed to ensure a work-life balance to all our staff by offering full time and part time roles, flexible working hours on a shift pattern to fit around your family life.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) and candidates form our local communities.

Benefits to you
• 27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
• NHS Pension Scheme:
• Flexible working opportunities;
• Increased hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
• Career development and training;
• Wellbeing support and activities;
• In-house physiotherapy Service;
• On-site canteens with subsidised meals;
• Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
• Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

Please refer to the attached job description for full list of duties and responsibilities for this role




This advert closes on Monday 9 Sep 2024