Summary

Job Description for Senior Criticality Consultant:

This is where your skills play a critical role in keeping everyone safe. Working in Safety, Security & Safeguards gives you the chance to make your mark on some hugely interesting projects. NNL does work that nobody else in the sector is doing, and this means we need experts like you to make it possible, whilst keeping everyone safe. We're committed to using nuclear science to benefit society for years to come. This means that you can build a long and successful career here whilst playing a meaningful role in delivering cleaner energy, reducing waste and keeping colleagues and the public out of harm's way.

As the UK nuclear industry is undergoing a resurgence there is an increasing focus on the delivery of new developments, from advanced modular reactors, clean energy, nuclear medicine, new fuel types, new reprocessing processes as well as the need for support of the existing sites and processes, including decommissioning. NNL is at the forefront of many of these developments, particularly with its four Focus Areas, and as a result needs to maintain a position at the forefront of developments in criticality safety assessment. The criticality team at NNL provides criticality safety advice and assessment for our own activities as well as for a number of customers across different licensed sites.

NNL are looking for a dedicated criticality specialist to take on the technical leadership of Criticality Safety Assessment within NNL and the development of NNL's capability in this area to support our own facilities, our Focus Areas and current and future customers. This will involve liaison and collaboration with customers and other organisations as well as the development and oversight of the activities under the Core Science Theme. You will also enhance technical skills within the Criticality area and support development of team member's skills and capability and lead activities in support of the development of NNL's national reputation in the criticality area.

We are looking for a driven individual to lead these developments and realise the opportunities for NNL and its customers. The role will involve:

• Building a wide range of relationships from safety, technical and delivery teams in NNL, the NNL Focus Area leads, customers and external specialists in the field of criticality safety.


• The shaping, guiding, and reviewing of the technical delivery of projects to ensure they achieve agreed objectives.


• Leading the development of any relevant technology and the capability and skills of safety assessors.


• The development and acceptance of any methodologies, processes or standards required for this evolving discipline.


• Representing NNL on relevant national forums.


• Understanding of the stakeholders within NNL, its customers, regulators and beyond.

You will have experience that gives examples of how you have successfully delivered to the required time, cost, and quality meeting the customer expectations. You will already have networks in place that put you on a national stage and will allow you to develop the international reputation.

At NNL we support working flexibly, can accommodate homeworking, and can be flexible about location, although some travel will be necessary, to support business needs.

The location of this role is flexible and can be based at Sellafield, Workington, Preston or Risley.

Main Responsibilities for Senior Criticality Consultant:

• Leading technical delivery of projects inthecriticality area to time, cost, quality, value and service requirements (working independently). Customers may include any UK civil or defence nuclear facility or operator (includingNNL laboratories). Accountabilities include:
  
  
  
  • Direction and supervision of other criticality consultants.
  
  
  • Management of relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  
  
  • Advice, training and independent inspection.
  
  
  
  


• Leading NNL's criticality support consultancy to external customers.


• Provide expert knowledge of criticality safety assessment including being up to date with developments in methodology and approach. National level subject matter expert.


• Leading criticality support to multi-disciplinary teams addressing safety challenges.


• Leading the identification and development of new opportunities for the team, including technical support to bids.


• Use initiative to develop new capabilities through innovative approaches and providing insight. Technical lead on complex IR&D projects and submissions.


• Maintain technical awareness of both NNL and external competitors' capabilities within the broader criticality safety area. Identify best practice to improve the team.


• Developing team SQEP skills for Criticality, e.g., mentoring and supervision. Design and deliver specialist criticality training.


• Membership of relevant national industry groups to represent NNL.

Essential Criteria for Senior Criticality Consultant:

• Degree qualified or equivalent level of demonstrable technical capability.


• SQEP 3 with demonstrable experience in criticality safety.


• Excellent level of knowledge in the specialised field of criticality safety assessment. Detailed knowledge of advanced assessment techniques.


• Proven ability to act independently, under own initiative, while supervising other members of the team.


• Strong communication skills, including multi-site working.


• Excellent teamworking skills, with ability to inspire the work of a team.


• Experienced in mentoring and developing technical skills.


• Excellent networking skills, maintaining network across the criticality field nationally.

Desirable Criteria for Senior Criticality Consultant:

• Preferably Chartered Membership of a professional institution, or working towards this qualification.

Why join us?

NNL isn't just a place where you can do career-defining work that makes a real-world impact. It's also a place where you'll feel appreciated and valued. We're creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is free to be themselves and feel like they belong. We put your wellbeing first, we push you to reach your potential, and we do everything possible to help you feel safe, supported and inspired.

We also offer a range of employee benefits:

• Sector leading Family-Focused Policies: celebrate life events, including enhanced maternity and paternity leave and a week off for your marriage.


• NNL offers attractive pension plans. If you contribute 5%, NNL contributes 15%. Alternatively, if you choose not to contribute (0%), NNL will still contribute 10%.


• Annual Leave: Benefit from 25.5 days of leave, plus 4 extra days to be taken during Christmas shutdown, plus Bank Holidays.


• Reduced gym membership with discounts of up to 25% from 3,700 gym and leisure providers across the UK


• Company Bonus: Be rewarded for your contributions.


• Learning Opportunities: Enhance your skills through excellent development programmes.


• Employee Assistance: Access support for personal and professional challenges.


• Cycle to Work: Stay active and eco-friendly.


• Life Assurance: Ensure peace of mind for you and your loved ones.


• Enhanced Sick Pay Benefits: Receive support during illness or injury.


• Access to 'Mydiscounts' which has a range of special offers and discounts from more than 200 suppliers, including medical insurance and dental insurance.


• Health Care: Health savings plan which allows you to claim money back on visits to the dentist, optician and/or physiotherapist (limits apply).

About The Company

NNL is an incredible place to work. A place where people do things that have never been done before. A place where people push boundaries to further themselves, the business and society as a whole.

This is a place where personal and professional opportunities are limitless. If you want to change the world, if you want to tackle climate change, if you want to help advance medical science, if you want to help put things in space, if you want to answer the big questions, if you want to work with extraordinary materials, if you want to meet great people, learn new skills, challenge yourself, work flexibly, and build a long successful career with the power to make a real impact… you can do it all here.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

NNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) where NNL aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.

Recruitment Agency Notice

We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for the provision of recruitment services. Only agencies on our PSL may provide CVs and only when the role is released to them by our recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from suppliers not currently on our PSL. We explicitly reserve the right to add candidate details from unsolicited CVs from non-PSL agencies into our own candidate database and to pursue/hire such candidate(s) without any obligation, financial or otherwise, to the agency concerned.

Summary

Job Description for Senior Criticality Consultant:

This is where your skills play a critical role in keeping everyone safe. Working in Safety, Security & Safeguards gives you the chance to make your mark on some hugely interesting projects. NNL does work that nobody else in the sector is doing, and this means we need experts like you to make it possible, whilst keeping everyone safe. We're committed to using nuclear science to benefit society for years to come. This means that you can build a long and successful career here whilst playing a meaningful role in delivering cleaner energy, reducing waste and keeping colleagues and the public out of harm's way.

As the UK nuclear industry is undergoing a resurgence there is an increasing focus on the delivery of new developments, from advanced modular reactors, clean energy, nuclear medicine, new fuel types, new reprocessing processes as well as the need for support of the existing sites and processes, including decommissioning. NNL is at the forefront of many of these developments, particularly with its four Focus Areas, and as a result needs to maintain a position at the forefront of developments in criticality safety assessment. The criticality team at NNL provides criticality safety advice and assessment for our own activities as well as for a number of customers across different licensed sites.

NNL are looking for a dedicated criticality specialist to take on the technical leadership of Criticality Safety Assessment within NNL and the development of NNL's capability in this area to support our own facilities, our Focus Areas and current and future customers. This will involve liaison and collaboration with customers and other organisations as well as the development and oversight of the activities under the Core Science Theme. You will also enhance technical skills within the Criticality area and support development of team member's skills and capability and lead activities in support of the development of NNL's national reputation in the criticality area.

We are looking for a driven individual to lead these developments and realise the opportunities for NNL and its customers. The role will involve:

• Building a wide range of relationships from safety, technical and delivery teams in NNL, the NNL Focus Area leads, customers and external specialists in the field of criticality safety.


• The shaping, guiding, and reviewing of the technical delivery of projects to ensure they achieve agreed objectives.


• Leading the development of any relevant technology and the capability and skills of safety assessors.


• The development and acceptance of any methodologies, processes or standards required for this evolving discipline.


• Representing NNL on relevant national forums.


• Understanding of the stakeholders within NNL, its customers, regulators and beyond.

You will have experience that gives examples of how you have successfully delivered to the required time, cost, and quality meeting the customer expectations. You will already have networks in place that put you on a national stage and will allow you to develop the international reputation.

At NNL we support working flexibly, can accommodate homeworking, and can be flexible about location, although some travel will be necessary, to support business needs.

The location of this role is flexible and can be based at Sellafield, Workington, Preston or Risley.

Main Responsibilities for Senior Criticality Consultant:

• Leading technical delivery of projectsinthecriticality area to time, cost, quality, value and service requirements (working independently). Customers may include any UK civil or defence nuclear facility or operator (includingNNL laboratories). Accountabilities include:
  
  
  
  • Direction and supervision of other criticality consultants.
  
  
  • Management of relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  
  
  • Advice, training and independent inspection.
  
  
  
  


• Leading NNL's criticality support consultancy to external customers.


• Provide expert knowledge of criticality safety assessment including being up to date with developments in methodology and approach. National level subject matter expert.


• Leading criticality support to multi-disciplinary teams addressing safety challenges.


• Leading the identification and development of new opportunities for the team, including technical support to bids.


• Use initiative to develop new capabilities through innovative approaches and providing insight. Technical lead on complex IR&D projects and submissions.


• Maintain technical awareness of both NNL and external competitors' capabilities within the broader criticality safety area. Identify best practice to improve the team.


• Developing team SQEP skills for Criticality, e.g., mentoring and supervision. Design and deliver specialist criticality training.


• Membership of relevant national industry groups to represent NNL.

Essential Criteria for Senior Criticality Consultant:

• Degree qualified or equivalent level of demonstrable technical capability.


• SQEP 3 with demonstrable experience in criticality safety.


• Excellent level of knowledge in the specialised field of criticality safety assessment. Detailed knowledge of advanced assessment techniques.


• Proven ability to act independently, under own initiative, while supervising other members of the team.


• Strong communication skills, including multi-site working.


• Excellent teamworking skills, with ability to inspire the work of a team.


• Experienced in mentoring and developing technical skills.


• Excellent networking skills, maintaining network across the criticality field nationally.

Desirable Criteria for Senior Criticality Consultant:

• Preferably Chartered Membership of a professional institution, or working towards this qualification.

Why join us?

NNL isn't just a place where you can do career-defining work that makes a real-world impact. It's also a place where you'll feel appreciated and valued. We're creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is free to be themselves and feel like they belong. We put your wellbeing first, we push you to reach your potential, and we do everything possible to help you feel safe, supported and inspired.

We also offer a range of employee benefits:

• Sector leading Family-Focused Policies: celebrate life events, including enhanced maternity and paternity leave and a week off for your marriage.


• NNL offers attractive pension plans. If you contribute 5%, NNL contributes 15%. Alternatively, if you choose not to contribute (0%), NNL will still contribute 10%.


• Annual Leave: Benefit from 25.5 days of leave, plus 4 extra days to be taken during Christmas shutdown, plus Bank Holidays.


• Reduced gym membership with discounts of up to 25% from 3,700 gym and leisure providers across the UK


• Company Bonus: Be rewarded for your contributions.


• Learning Opportunities: Enhance your skills through excellent development programmes.


• Employee Assistance: Access support for personal and professional challenges.


• Cycle to Work: Stay active and eco-friendly.


• Life Assurance: Ensure peace of mind for you and your loved ones.


• Enhanced Sick Pay Benefits: Receive support during illness or injury.


• Access to 'Mydiscounts' which has a range of special offers and discounts from more than 200 suppliers, including medical insurance and dental insurance.


• Health Care: Health savings plan which allows you to claim money back on visits to the dentist, optician and/or physiotherapist (limits apply).

About The Company

NNL is an incredible place to work. A place where people do things that have never been done before. A place where people push boundaries to further themselves, the business and society as a whole.

This is a place where personal and professional opportunities are limitless. If you want to change the world, if you want to tackle climate change, if you want to help advance medical science, if you want to help put things in space, if you want to answer the big questions, if you want to work with extraordinary materials, if you want to meet great people, learn new skills, challenge yourself, work flexibly, and build a long successful career with the power to make a real impact… you can do it all here.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

NNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) where NNL aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.

Recruitment Agency Notice

We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for the provision of recruitment services. Only agencies on our PSL may provide CVs and only when the role is released to them by our recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from suppliers not currently on our PSL. We explicitly reserve the right to add candidate details from unsolicited CVs from non-PSL agencies into our own candidate database and to pursue/hire such candidate(s) without any obligation, financial or otherwise, to the agency concerned.

Job title: Senior Nuclear Consultant
Job type: Permanent
Start date: ASAP - Subject to clearance
Salary/ Pay rate/ Benefits: £70,000-£80,000 per year + 12.5% bonus + £6,120 car allowance
Hours of work: 37 hours per week

Applicants must posses the following:
- Degree qualified in Engineering/Physical science disciplines; Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, Chemistry etc
- Nuclear industry and regulations knowledge
- Engineering lifecycle experience
- Proven experience justifying change in design
- Previous nuclear site experience

Ideally applicants should also have:
- Technical report writing skills
- Presentation skills

Role information:
- Act as the safety engineering lead
- Provide advice and recommendations through analysis to improve the safety engineering performance and delivery of departmental outputs
- Facilitate the build and commissioning delivery programme though innovative engineering solutions and problem solving
- Ensure design intent is maintained during the build and commissioning phases
- Support assessment of design changes
- Write and present reports to internal and external stakeholders on all matters relating to nuclear safety

Interested in this position? please click "apply now"
We try to respond to all applicants, but sometimes this is not possible due to high volumes of applications; if you have not heard from us within 14 days, regrettably it means you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
This permanent vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd
Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Your new company
A major engineering and defence business in Barrow-In-Furness with an excellent global reputation are looking to welcome a number of experienced Procurement and Supply Chain professionals into their growing team. Due to a secure and growing pipeline of work, this business is recruiting for multiple commercially-minded procurement and supply chain professionals to join the company on a permanent basis. They have won multiple awards and are one of the undisputed leaders within their industry.

Your new role
The Senior Buyer will have accountability for managing key contracts with suppliers, sending invitations to tender (ITT), collating responses and working closely with the commercial team to establish water-tight terms and conditions with suppliers. You will be aware of the key commercials and have an understanding of the clauses within supplier contracts. As Senior Buyer, you will have line management responsibility for more junior members within the team, so you will act as a point of escalation for any potential issues that may arise. You will take a strategic view to procurement and supply chain activity and will report to more senior members of the procurement team. The Senior Buyer will liaise with multiple stakeholders, including internal teams and external suppliers to ensure a seamless procurement process within the direct procurement function.

What you'll need to succeed

• A proven background in direct procurement from within a manufacturing, engineering or highly regulated and fast-paced procurement environment
• Excellent stakeholder management skills
• Strong supplier relationship management skills
• Experienced at managing a team and providing coaching & mentorship to more junior colleagues
• Good IT skills, including MS Office and ERP systems like SAP or similar
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight where required
• Experience of managing contracts and delivering at pace
• ****** Please note - successful applicants must undergo Security Clearance and must meet certain nationality requirements to be considered for this role *****

What you'll get in return

• A competitive starting salary between £40,700-45,000 depending on experience
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible and hybrid working policies
• CIPS studies funded
• Competitive pension contributions
• Excellent career prospects and professional development opportunities
• Company share incentive scheme
• Relocation support is also available to those wanting to relocate to nearer the area

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 on your career.

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Job Title: Audit and Assurance Senior

Location: Carlisle

Salary: £38,000 - £46,000, depending on experience

Your new company:

A leading provider of accountancy, tax, and business advisory services, dedicated to empowering organisations to achieve their goals. With a strong focus on building lasting client relationships, they offer tailored solutions that combine industry expertise and innovative strategies. If you're seeking a dynamic environment where your contributions can truly make an impact, this is the ideal place for you.

Your new role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a new position as Audit & Assurance Senior with one of our reputable clients. You will manage an extensive and broad portfolio of clients. Taking both ownership of a small individual portfolio, as well as working alongside Client Service Directors and Managers, you will be in a client facing role, establishing strong relationships with a significant number of business owners across the region. You will play an integral part within the existing team in delivering high services to the client base.

Key Requirements:

• ACA / ACCA qualified
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Comfortable working in a fast paced environment
• Able to prioritise workloads under strict deadlines
• A team player and willing to assist colleagues where possible
• Able to use initiative and have great organisation and problem solving skills

Key benefits include:

• Salary Sacrifice Employer Contribution Pension Scheme
• 26 days Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays
• Hybrid working options
• Paid professional membership fees
• Ongoing access to online training courses and materials
• Subsidised social events throughout the year
• Paid flu jabs and eye tests
• Annual leave purchase scheme, option to purchase extra holiday

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Are you an experienced Conveyancer searching for your next career move?

Are you looking to join an employer that is forward thinking, innovative and that can offer you endless opportunities for you to progress and develop?

Our client operates on a national basis offering an array of legal services. Their roots were established over 30 years ago, this means that they have decades of experience in our respective fields.

They have a specialist and dedicated firm that forms part of the group who specialise in Conveyancing, Wills, Trusts and Probate, General Civil Litigation and Personal Injury but have expanded to offer commercial services, family law, and motor finance claims.

Being at the forefront of cutting-edge technology, they are a modern business who can help individuals across England and Wales to move house. Their technological expertise means they can deal with clients locally or at a distance whilst still providing that ever-important human touch.

Across the business, they foster a culture of inclusivity and champion personal development so that each employee has opportunities to shine and flourish, and they want you to be a part of it.

As their new Senior Property Lawyer, you will be responsible for your own caseload of sale and purchase matters, to include leasehold, new build, BSA and shared ownership matters.

Your new job:

Run and manage a suitably sized caseload, subject to seasonality and continuing review of capacity both individually and across the department, with use of an assistant.
Ensure all activity within the team is completed in accordance with strict deadlines and in line with set KPIs and SLAs.
Meet all individual targets and objectives including, but not limited to, target number of completions per month.
Attend dedicated training sessions, 121s, performance reviews, and team meetings.
Communicate with clients over the telephone, email and in face-to-face meetings.
Communicate with other solicitors and professional organisations over the telephone, by e-mail and correspondence.
Update all panel members / stakeholders within the business and within the referral businesses with whom they deal.
Deal with and work within referrers SLAs and meet their requirements / panel requirements.
Utilise the in-house bespoke case management system in accordance with firm protocols.
Be a role model for those around you in both file management, actions, and behaviour.
Provide the highest level of customer service to clients at all times.
Utilise the in-house bespoke case management system in accordance with firm protocols.
Carry out such other functions or tasks as required from time to time by the Senior Conveyancing Manager or other members of the firm’s Senior Management Team.
The role will be based in the Conveyancing Department, however, there may be a requirement to work in other areas of the business as the need arises.

About you:

You will need a minimum of 2 years’ experience (but all levels considered including more senior) in a prior conveyancing fee earner role
You will have the confidence in dealing with leasehold, new build and shared ownership sale and purchases.
Excellent time management and organisational skills, with a proven track record in meeting deadlines.
Have a proven track record in achieving individual targets and objectives, and in meeting business KPIs and SLAs.
Able to work using own initiative.
Thrives in fast-paced environments and demonstrates a bias for action with an ability to multi-task and pivot while working on varying deadlines & scopes.
An expert communicator and collaborator, with exceptional client care skills.
Incredible eye for detail with the ability to think outside the box.
Adopts a modern approach to conveyancing, and in particular its process driven, proactive, risk-based requirements.
Competent user of MS Office.

Salary and rewards:

The offices are designed to be high quality and pleasant working environments. In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package they offer:

Monday to Friday – Office Hours – 9.00am – 5.00pm with 1 hour’s lunch break.
Hybrid working policy in place which is subject to hiring manager approval.
Industry leading training.
Starting salary (DOE) of £30 to £35,000.
Access to on demand CPD.
Generous Annual Leave entitlement.
Opportunities for you to progress and develop further.
Healthcare cash plan.
Pension Scheme.
Lucrative ‘Refer a friend scheme.
Free Costco Card.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Death in service benefit.
Annual Summer and Christmas Parties.
Award Events.
Additional Annual Leave entitlement for long service.

This employer offers more than just a job – they offer a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful impact and grow both personally and professionally. As a member of their team, you will have the opportunity to work alongside talented professionals in a dynamic and collaborative environment. They believe in investing in their employees and supporting their career development through training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities.

You will be part of a firm that values diversity, equality, and inclusion, and is committed to making a difference in the lives of your clients and your community.

To apply for this job, you must already have the legal right to, permanently, live and work in the UK. We do not offer visa sponsorships and we are unable to provide immigration advice.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Chef de Partie, or Junior Sous Chef, to join a team of 7 Chefs at one of the UK’s best pub kitchens.

My client is looking to strengthen their brigade of resolute professionals and are seeking someone who, like them, have ambitious standards and expectations.

The kitchens main aim is to cook and serve attractive pub food with a creative slant, which expresses individual personality. They are known for consistent, flavourful food that is inspired by the pubs surroundings and driven by local, seasonal ingredients.

The role is permanent, full time, and live-in (within a nice, shared house) is available for only £150 per month.

Your new job:

Collaborate with the team which includes a hands-on Head Chef.
Food preparation and cooking.
Putting out great pub food (with a creative slant!).
Cooking with local, seasonal ingredients.

About you:

Either a Chef de Partie or a Junior Sous Chef.
You have exacting standards and expectations.
You possess a willingness to work hard and understand the importance of being a great team player.
Can consistently deliver quality food.
Have your own transport (10-minute drive from the accommodation).
NVQ qualifications are preferred but not compulsory.
A love for great food.

Salary and benefits:

Starting salary of £29,000 to £30,000 (CDP level) or £30,000 to £33,000 – Sous level)
Permanent staff position.
28 days holiday per year.
Live-in available 10 minutes drive from work for only £150 per month.


To apply for this job, you must already have the legal right to, permanently, live and work in the UK. We do not offer visa sponsorships and we are unable to provide immigration advice.

Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies. Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Important Information Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date. For candidates applying using a Hotmail account or have strict firewall settings please ensure the following: Junk Mail is checked regularly Disclosure and Barring Service: On 28 November 2020, the new Disclosure and Barring Service filtering rules will come into effect. The changes mean that: youth cautions, reprimands and final warnings will no longer be subject to automatic disclosure the multiple conviction rule has been removed, meaning that if an individual has more than one conviction, regardless of offence type or time passed, each conviction will be considered against the remaining rules individually, rather than being automatically disclosed. If you are unsure about whether you need to disclose certain criminal record information, free confidential advice may be sought from one of the charity bodies listed below. These bodies can advise you on what you are legally required to declare and may also be able to advise you on how you can disclose criminal record information to a prospective employer and your legal rights when doing so. Nacro Tel: 0300 123 1999, or email: helpline@nacro.org.uk Unlock Tel: 01634 247350, email advice@unlock.org.uk or complete the online form on the Unlock website The Trust is committed to safeguarding adults and children therefore if the post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended) the successful candidate(s) will be subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post: Standard Check: £18 + Administration cost of £3.85 = £21.85. Deducted at £6.85 from 1st month salary and £5 deducted from salary over following 3 months. Enhanced Check: £38 + administration cost of £3.90 = £41.90. Deducted at £11.90 from 1st month salary and £10 deducted from salary over following 3 months. As part of the one of the largest employers in the UK NCIC future employees will have also access to the following benefits. A lease car may be available for this position; further details will be provided upon appointment if applicable. 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme Excellent opportunities for development Competitive NHS Pension scheme Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems These schemes are subject to availability

Senior Engineer - Tier 1 Contractor - Major Civils Project - Carlisle

Role overview:

My client is a World Leading Construction and Civil Engineering Company.

They are presently delivering major substation project in the Carlisle area and need reinforcements in the form of a Senior Engineer.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience civil engineering projects and will be leading a section of the project and have a couple of engineers under them.

My client would currently consider applications from those seeking both permanent and contract positions.

Duties include:

• Manage all engineering activity providing direction to the direct workforce and subcontractors
• Quality control to ensure the standards are met in accordance to the design specifications
• Assist in producing permits to break ground (CAT Scanning management)
• Ensuring the highest health, safety and environmental standards are met on site adhering to the client's and business's requirement
• Liaise with the site team to approve materials ensuring they meet specification
• Keep accurate records of progress reports, site diaries and resource allocations
• Produce as-built drawings in AutoCAD

Benefits: (For permanent staff)

Competitive basic salary

Company car or generous car allowance

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

Paid holidays

Training and progression

*Accommodation paid - subject to status

RPS Risk have opportunities available for a Senior Nuclear Safety Assessor to join our Health, Safety & Risk business. We are flexible on location.

The RPS Risk team has been a leading provider of nuclear safety and risk consultancy services to clients in the UK for over 30 years. We are able to provide our core radiological safety assessment services supported with in-house specialist capabilities in Criticality safety, Radiological Shielding assessment, Human Factors, Nuclear Fire and Peer Review from our team of 50 staff. This capability is complemented by a growing Fire (conventional) and Process Safety section providing services across a range of sectors.

Due to the nature of the work we undertake all selected candidates will be required to undergo security clearance.

RPS, A Tetra Tech company:

Representing an exciting new chapter in our business, on 24 January 2023 RPS became a Tetra Tech company. With over 28,000 employees in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a leading, global provider of consulting and engineering services. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market-leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world’s most complex problems.

We’re RPS, our projects are all around you. We define, design and manage projects that create shared value to a complex, urbanising and resource-scarce world. Our people are our success. We need people who share our passion on solving the problems that matter. And where you’ll be supported every step of the way. Here is where you come to build a career.

The Role:

As a Senior Nuclear Safety Assessor, you will be responsible for the delivery of nuclear safety projects and tasks, ensuring they are on budget and meeting the client’s satisfaction whilst also taking the technical lead in the preparation of nuclear safety cases and supporting documentation.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading hazard identification workshops, e.g. HAZOP
Use of Claims/Arguments/Evidence techniques or other similar tools to clearly articulate safety case arguments
Liaison with engineering, plant operators and other specialist safety disciplines, e.g. Human Factors, Fire, Criticality, Radiological Shielding, Environmental, to present coherent and comprehensive safety cases
Maintaining and developing lasting relationships with clients
Managing teams of consultants to support project delivery
Providing technical guidance and mentoring for more junior team members
Recognising opportunities for business and service development
Supporting business and service development
Your skills and experience:

You will be a skilled and experienced nuclear safety consultant who has excellent report writing skills and mentoring abilities
Good expertise in nuclear safety techniques
Safety Case production and management for all stages of plant lifecycle from concept design to decommissioning, hazard identification, fault analysis, Design Basis Accident (DBA) assessment, Barrier Analysis, Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA), Probabilistic Safety Assessment (PSA), radiological consequence assessment, development of safety functional requirements, ALARP assessment
Good knowledge of relevant UK regulations and standards
A degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline, e.g. Physics, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Control/ Electrical Engineering
Sufficient and appropriate post-graduate relevant experience
Leadership skills
Excellent customer service manner with strong listening and interpersonal skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Flexible in approach to support effective delivery
What’s in it for you?

Here you’ll find true support and encouragement. We’re an accredited training provider – from entry level to master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we support learning and development for everyone.

A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go.

We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.

We understand the need to work flexibly, with agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we’re happy to talk about flexible working. This is a workplace that works for you.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

My client is a Leading International Construction Company.

They are currently working on a large civils project in the Northeast of England and are looking to recruit a Senior Civil Engineer to bolster the existing delivery team.

The project has a lifespan of at least 24 months + and involves the construction of a major new substation and all associated civils and M&E works.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Allocate tasks to Site Engineers and supervise the task completion
• Ensure the Inspection and Test Plans, and Quality Check Sheets are completed as soon as the checks can be completed.
• Oversee engineering requirements demanded in the delivery of a section of work or on larger projects, of a subcontractor, to meet the construction programme.
• Make effective use of document control to manage distribution of information. Develop and approve relevant procedures specific to their area of works.
• In association with the Section Foreman, assess the plant and resource requirements to meet the demands of site and office based works.
• Approve method statements and risk assessments and ensure they are being followed throughout the works.
• Ensure Site Engineers complete setting out in accordance with design.
• Ensure design drawings are marked up to reflect works completed as the works are finished.
• Liaise with other Section Engineers/Foremen to ensure any clashes on site are managed to ensure a smooth flow of work.
• Regularly review procedures to ensure they are as efficient as possible.
  
  

Person Specification:

• Previous experience as a Site/Senior Engineer on a civil engineering project is essential
• Degree qualified and working towards institute membership (ICE)
• Experience in highways and structures is advantageous

Requirements

• Relevant construction related degree in Civil Engineering or another relevant subject matter.
• A strong background in civils projects
• Holder of CSCS card
• SMSTS
• TWC / TWS preferred but not essential

Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies. Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Important Information Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date. For candidates applying using a Hotmail account or have strict firewall settings please ensure the following: Junk Mail is checked regularly Disclosure and Barring Service: On 28 November 2020, the new Disclosure and Barring Service filtering rules will come into effect. The changes mean that: youth cautions, reprimands and final warnings will no longer be subject to automatic disclosure the multiple conviction rule has been removed, meaning that if an individual has more than one conviction, regardless of offence type or time passed, each conviction will be considered against the remaining rules individually, rather than being automatically disclosed. If you are unsure about whether you need to disclose certain criminal record information, free confidential advice may be sought from one of the charity bodies listed below. These bodies can advise you on what you are legally required to declare and may also be able to advise you on how you can disclose criminal record information to a prospective employer and your legal rights when doing so. Nacro Tel: 0300 123 1999, or email: helpline@nacro.org.uk Unlock Tel: 01634 247350, email advice@unlock.org.uk or complete the online form on the Unlock website The Trust is committed to safeguarding adults and children therefore if the post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended) the successful candidate(s) will be subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post: Standard Check: £18 + Administration cost of £3.85 = £21.85. Deducted at £6.85 from 1st month salary and £5 deducted from salary over following 3 months. Enhanced Check: £38 + administration cost of £3.90 = £41.90. Deducted at £11.90 from 1st month salary and £10 deducted from salary over following 3 months. As part of the one of the largest employers in the UK NCIC future employees will have also access to the following benefits. A lease car may be available for this position; further details will be provided upon appointment if applicable. 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme Excellent opportunities for development Competitive NHS Pension scheme Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems These schemes are subject to availability

Leadership Guide and direct the governance process of the Board, focusing the work of the Board on the organisation's Values, with a focus on being Clinically Focused, Being Responsive, One Team, Growth & Sustainability, Communities, and High Standards. Provide visible strategic leadership in developing a positive culture for Cumbria Health, ensuring that this is reflected and modelled in the Board of Directors behaviour and decision-making. Pro-actively direct and manage major decisions of the Board of Directors, facilitating the effective contribution of individual Directors. Ensure that due process and constructive challenge has been applied at all stages of decision making and full and complete consideration has been given to all options during the process. Communication and Relationships Provide support and guidance to the CEO ensuring they have the resources and support needed to manage the organisation effectively. Determine when an issue needs to be brought to the attention of the full Board. Ensure that the Board of Directors promote equality and diversity for all patients, staff and other stakeholders. Be an ambassador for Cumbria Health, promoting the interests of the organisation and representing its views to national, regional and local bodies or individuals. Develop a positive, collaborative relationship with all of the Cumbria Health Team through positive communication channels. Performance Appraisal Lead the process of the Organisation's and Chief Executive's goal-setting and performance evaluation, consistent with Board policy. Maintain an overview of the appraisal of the Chief Executive. Be responsible, in conjunction with the Board, for their own personal development and ensure that this remains a priority Human Resources Where necessary, assist in the appointment or removal of executive and non- executive directors and contribute to the determination of appropriate levels of remuneration of executive directors. Governance Oversee the investigation of grievances or complaints involving the Executive Team and report accordingly to the Board as necessary. Work with the CEO/FD to ensure the financial health and sustainability of the organisation. Oversee the appointment of, where appropriate, any sub-committee chairs and members, subject to Board approval. Establish agendas for Board meetings in collaboration with the Chief Executive. Chair Board of Directors meetings in a manner that encourages participation and information sharing, while moving the Board towards a timely closure and prudent decision-making, that are focused on strategic issues. Ensure the provision of accurate, timely and clear financial and clinical quality information to directors. Be aware of and understand relevant, regulatory and central government policies and local issues. Where so appointed, chair or as a member, take an active part in committees (including the remuneration committee) established by the Board of Directors to exercise delegated responsibility. Have oversight of the Freedom to Speak up Guardian (FTSUG) ensuring that the processes is in place for openness and transparency within this framework, and ensuring it is managed through an effective system of internal control with accountable arrangements in place for the Associate Director of Workforce to feed directly to the Chair. Board Development Lead the process of recruiting and inducting new Board members. Facilitate ongoing Board development and training to enhance the effectiveness of the Board. Conduct regular evaluations of Board performance and address any areas for improvement. Stakeholder Engagement and Influence To act as a spokesperson and ambassador for Cumbria Health representing the organisation at key events, conferences, meetings and in the media. To foster strong relationships with members, partners, government bodies and other stakeholders. To promote the interests of Social Enterprise diverse Primary Care providers, both locally and nationally.

SENIOR TEACHING ASSISTANT (STA)
Required as soon as possible
NJC Scale 4 £24,294 - £25,979 per annum pro rata
Part time, term time only permanent contract
30 hours and 5 minutes per week over 5 days
(actual salary £17,699 - £18,926 based on 46.6 weeks)


We are seeking to recruit a Senior Teaching Assistant to provide 1: 1 and small group support in classes for students with a Special Education Need or Disability. You need to have good literacy and numeracy skills and a relevant NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification; appropriate experience as a Teaching Assistant would be preferred. To strengthen our existing team, experience in supporting students with a visual impairment would be beneficial. This is a part time term time only post and we have a small number of positions available.

The application form and job description can be downloaded from the school website at www.st-benedicts.cumbria.sch.uk/vacancies

St Benedict’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students. All applicants are subject to the requirements of the Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education guidelines. This will include checks with past employers and the need for the successful applicant to hold or undergo a suitable enhanced DBS disclosure.

Please email enquiries to Andrea Hartley, HR Manager at
andrea.hartley@st-benedicts.cumbria.sch.uk

Applications are to be made by completed CES Application Form please to
Andrea Hartley, HR Manager at andrea.hartley@st-benedicts.cumbria.sch.uk

Closing date for applications: noon on Friday, 25th October 2024
Interviews will be held shortly thereafter

We do reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date

Summary

Job Description for Strategy and Insight Senior Advisor:

There's never been a more exciting time to be part of the nuclear sector. New opportunities are being created all the time. At NNL, you'll be in the ideal place to capitalise on this momentum, face new challenges and develop a long, successful and meaningful career.

We're an organisation that's here to experiment and push the limits of what's possible. So, if you're keen to excel in your chosen field, this is the place to do it. Because at NNL, anything is possible.

The Strategy & Insight Senior Advisor role is to help shape and implement the future strategic direction of NNL through the provision of strategic guidance to the organisation, and through analysis and dissemination of market and policy intelligence and insight.

The location for this role is flexible and can be based at Risley, Preston Stonehouse or Workington.

Main Responsibilities for Strategy and Insight Senior Advisor:

• Strategy:
  
  
  
  • Providing guidance and support to NNL (Focus Areas, Customer Executive, Business units etc) in defining and monitoring implementation of strategy, through for example the application of strategic tools and techniques.
  
  
  • Contribute to the development of business cases (NNL and HMG spending review submissions).
  
  
  • Contribute to the production of NNL's strategic and business planning process as appropriate.
  
  
  • To develop and maintain connections across NNL to ensure alignment of strategy with our customer and internally funded activities (S&T, strategic investment).
  
  
  
  


• Insight:
  
  
  
  • Keeping abreast of the changing nuclear landscape through routinely gathering, analysing and disseminating intelligence and insight from across the political, technical and nuclear market landscape through external research and internal engagement.
  
  
  • Leading the production of insight slides widely disseminated within NNL (including the monthly Insight Briefing, Policy Briefings, market intel reports etc).
  
  
  • Reviewing and appraisal of key external publications and provision of output in a digestible and succinct format.
  
  
  
  


• General:
  
  
  
  • To contribute to continuous improvement of the S&I team's ways of working and impact across and outside of NNL.
  
  
  • To work closely with other SCC teams, i.e. external affairs, communications, corporate affairs and international.
  
  
  • To support SCC risk management and 2nd line assurance activities.
  
  
  
  

Essential Criteria for Strategy and Insight Senior Advisor:

• Demonstrable working in the nuclear sector, with good knowledge of the UK and global nuclear energy market / policy landscape.


• Ability to distil and communicate information to a senior and sometimes non-technical audience (eg NNL's Executive Leadership Team, NNL Board, Government stakeholders, the public) efficiently and effectively. This includes proficiency in written communication, production of high-quality visuals (eg slides), and oral communication.


• Ability to apply strategic and lateral thinking, e.g. to be able to; Identify connections across aspects of NNL's work and the external landscape; Identify trends in the external landscape; Apply strategic tools and techniques.


• A proven self-starter with the ability to identify activities and ideas which benefit the S&I team and NNL - i.e. is able to work creatively and not reliant on tightly defined and directed tasks.


• Comfortable working in a fast paced and sometimes ambiguous environment, with the ability to focus on outcomes driven by tight deadlines.


• Demonstrates attention to detail and produces high-quality output.


• Able to form partnerships across internal and external networks and work collaboratively in virtual multi-discipline teams.


• Educated to degree or PhD level.


• Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years' worth of UK residency).

Desirable Criteria for Strategy and Insight Senior Advisor:

• Qualifications related to Strategy desirable but not essential.

Why join us?

NNL isn't just a place where you can do career-defining work that makes a real-world impact. It's also a place where you'll feel appreciated and valued. We're creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is free to be themselves and feel like they belong. We put your wellbeing first, we push you to reach your potential, and we do everything possible to help you feel safe, supported and inspired.

We also offer a range of employee benefits:

• Sector leading Family-Focused Policies: celebrate life events, including enhanced maternity and paternity leave and a week off for your marriage.


• NNL offers attractive pension plans. If you contribute 5%, NNL contributes 15%. Alternatively, if you choose not to contribute (0%), NNL will still contribute 10%.


• Annual Leave: Benefit from 25.5 days of leave, plus 4 extra days to be taken during Christmas shutdown, plus Bank Holidays.


• Reduced gym membership with discounts of up to 25% from 3,700 gym and leisure providers across the UK


• Company Bonus: Be rewarded for your contributions.


• Learning Opportunities: Enhance your skills through excellent development programmes.


• Employee Assistance: Access support for personal and professional challenges.


• Cycle to Work: Stay active and eco-friendly.


• Life Assurance: Ensure peace of mind for you and your loved ones.


• Enhanced Sick Pay Benefits: Receive support during illness or injury.


• Access to 'Mydiscounts' which has a range of special offers and discounts from more than 200 suppliers, including medical insurance and dental insurance.


• Health Care: Health savings plan which allows you to claim money back on visits to the dentist, optician and/or physiotherapist (limits apply).

About The Company

NNL is an incredible place to work. A place where people do things that have never been done before. A place where people push boundaries to further themselves, the business and society as a whole.

This is a place where personal and professional opportunities are limitless. If you want to change the world, if you want to tackle climate change, if you want to help advance medical science, if you want to help put things in space, if you want to answer the big questions, if you want to work with extraordinary materials, if you want to meet great people, learn new skills, challenge yourself, work flexibly, and build a long successful career with the power to make a real impact… you can do it all here.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

NNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) where NNL aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.

Recruitment Agency Notice

We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for the provision of recruitment services. Only agencies on our PSL may provide CVs and only when the role is released to them by our recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from suppliers not currently on our PSL. We explicitly reserve the right to add candidate details from unsolicited CVs from non-PSL agencies into our own candidate database and to pursue/hire such candidate(s) without any obligation, financial or otherwise, to the agency concerned.