Total 89 Information Technology job vacancies in Reading, RG6 6BZ

The must haves for this role: Educated to degree level in a relevant subject, or equivalent experience. Lived experience, as a service user, of difficulties associated with a diagnosis of personality disorder. Experience of leadership, managing, mentoring, and/or supervision of junior colleagues. Experience or strong working knowledge of mental health services, peer support and co-production. For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Charlie Thomas on 0300 365 8000 or email Charlie.Thomas@Berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help. Please note, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Embedded Software Engineer required to design and develop firmware and COTS device driver diagnostic software including system testing applications. Target platforms are typically high speed, high performance boards driven by ARM CPU???s so an understanding of the underlying hardware and experience of programming down to registry level is highly beneficial.

This role will be primarily independent working on projects in parallel with some involvement in complex support issues and customer application integration.

You will have an Engineering degree and experience of:

Embedded C programming for ARM microprocessors.
Programming hardware devices at register level.
Boot loader, PC BIOS development or Linux device drivers.

Please apply in the first instance with your CV and contact number for a confidential chat.

Software Engineer Embedded

Embedded, RTOS, C, C++, GIT, SVN

I have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Embedded Engineer to join a Medical Manufacturing Technology company based in Reading. The role supports in the development of new generation portable diagnostic medical devices. Your prime responsibility is to write, debug and test embedded coding and assisting Hardware team to validate the solution before the deployment.

Candidate Requirements

1st class Degree in Engineering.

Over 3 years of experience as an Embedded Engineer.

FreeRTOS

Git or SVN

Embedded C/ C++.

Experience with Matlab or Simulink

Thames Water is currently recruiting a new Technical Lead, supporting the field operations and working closely with teams in the operational control centre in Kemble Court. This role will involve working across multiple functions. Every day will be different with plenty of variety. This role will be the ‘go to’ in the shift team for day-to-day escalations and will be empowered to prioritise activity with the LOCC (Logistics Operational Control Centre) and Logistics Delivery team.

What you’ll be doing as a Technical Lead
Management responsibility for delivering Logistics response 24/7:

- Build strong relationships with equivalent shift leadership roles in the operational control centre to ensure excellent response, i.e. Clean, waste, customer and incident management teams.
- Builds knowledge of waste pumping sites and fundamental principles of operation.
- Basic knowledge of temporary pump operation and use in waste network and waste pumping operations.
- Responsible in-incident to ensure incident data is captured by the LOCC team (Priority Service Register customer data, Bottled water delivery, tanker loads).
- Develop key skills in all aspects of the LOCC Planner role to ensure they can provide knowledgeable support.
- Lead, drive and co-ordinate Logistics delivery for escalations and incidents.

Technical Lead – understands the basics of technical resolution

- Builds knowledge of SPS sites and fundamental principles of operation.
- Builds knowledge of Waste networks, management, challenge and risk.
- Develop knowledge of incident response (from small to large) for pollution mitigation including. (flow management volumes, tankers volumes, fill & tip times, pump operation with ancillaries of pipes and fittings)
- Basic knowledge of pump operation and use in WNS and SPS.
- Builds knowledge of Clean treatment and appropriate mitigation for incidents.
- Builds knowledge of Clean network assets and management and mitigation for support of clean tankers and other supply interruption support options.
- Waste Treatment incident support.

Build relationships with Internal Networks and Field Managers to gain an understanding of geographies, local priorities and challenges.

- Incident learning, complaints, and data capture.
- Responsible in-incident to ensure learning and development is captured and shared.
- Responsible in-incident to ensure incident data is captured by the LOCC team. (PSR data, Bottled water delivery, tanker loads).
- Provides prompt, in-shift investigation of complaints stemming from supplier or driver issues.

Base Location & Hours – This is an office-based role at Kemble Court, Reading.
12-hour shift of 6:30 to 6:30 shift pattern is 4 days, 4 off, 3 nights, 7 off, 3 days, 4 off, 4 nights, 13 off. The shift starts on a Friday day shift.

What you should bring to the role

- Waste and/or Clean field operational experience is desirable.
- Logistics field operational experience Leading operational delivery.
- Experience of operating in a pressurised environment.
- Ability to communicate at all levels of an organisation.
- Ability to handle and analyse critical data.
- Field or control operational experience.
- Driving licence is desirable but not essential.

What’s in it for you?

- Competitive salary between £40,000 - £44,000 per annum.
- Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
- Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
- Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.

Who are we?
At Thames Water, our purpose is crystal clear - to deliver life’s essential service so our customers, communities and planet can thrive. Water is life’s great leveller. Every living thing needs it, every single day. From people to plants, birds to bees, farms to factories, we all need it to thrive, and we’re committed to taking care of it for us all.

But keeping water flowing is becoming harder. From scorching summers to wetter winters, extreme weather affects everything from our pipes to our local rivers. We need to keep millions more kettles boiling, public services operating, washing machines spinning, showers running and more, so every drop is more precious than ever. Are you ready to play your part?

Working at Thames Water
At Thames Water we recognise that people are at the heart of our business. To help us succeed in providing life's essential service, we need a range of skills and capabilities, representative of society throughout our business.

We seek to attract and retain a cultural mix of people who can offer different but complementary attitudes, values, talents, and knowledge. We understand the importance of appreciating and harnessing the unique skills, experiences, background, and differences that each individual brings.

Our over-arching diversity and inclusion aim is to ensure Thames Water is a diverse and inclusive great place to work. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.

Find out more about working at Thames Water.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job Advertisement: Mobile Fabric Engineer

Location: Reading, Twyford, Caversham, Henley
Salary: £29,000 per annum
Benefits: Van + Fuel Card, 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays, Optional On-Call, Flexible Working Hours (Mon-Fri)

We are currently seeking a Mobile Fabric Engineer to join our team, covering the areas of Reading, Twyford, Caversham, and Henley. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and motivated individual to work flexibly and autonomously in a hands-on role, maintaining and repairing building fabric across various commercial and residential properties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carrying out general maintenance tasks, including basic carpentry, plumbing, painting, and plastering.
• Performing PPM (Planned Preventative Maintenance) and reactive maintenance work.
• Ensuring health and safety regulations are adhered to at all times.
• Working independently to manage workload across various sites.

What We Offer:

• Salary of £29,000 per annum.
• Company van and fuel card provided for work-related travel.
• 25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• Optional on-call rota, providing additional earning opportunities.
• Monday to Friday schedule with flexible working hours, offering a great work-life balance.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in fabric maintenance, ideally within commercial or domestic environments.
• Strong knowledge of general building trades such as carpentry, plumbing, and decorating.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own schedule.

This role is ideal for someone looking for flexibility and autonomy while taking pride in maintaining high standards of workmanship. If you have the skills and experience, we would love to hear from you!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

The must haves for this role: 1. At least 1 years experience in an IT/Application Support or Technical Customer Service role. 2. Excellent communication skills. Able to convey technical issues to a non-technical audience. 3. Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines and deliver objectives. 4. Ability to work effectively as part of a team and on your own to achieve service KPIs. For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about any questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: David Rowe on 0776 876 3270 or email: david.rowe@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Interview will be held on 5th Dec 2024

Can you make a difference? Do you enjoy helping people solve problems?


Ifyou’rea motivated individual with a ‘can do’ attitude, strong attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced support environment, a passion for learning andpossessexcellent communication and customer service skills – then we just might have the perfect opportunity for you.


We believe technology and innovation will drive the way care is delivered in our community, and we are committed to using technology to engage with patients.


We’relooking for someone to join the first line team within our clinical application support service.


Based at our Bath Road office in Reading, the application support deskoperatesfrom 08:00 – 17:00 Monday to Friday, youwillwork a shift pattern to cover this period.


Due to the nature of responsibilities this role is not suitable for remote working. Some hybrid working may be possible upon completion of induction. 


This isa great opportunityfor a junior IT analyst or administrator to gain experience and grow within a forward-thinking organisation

• Working harmoniously,effectivelyand efficiently within a team and as part of a wider service delivery function.

• Takingand resolvingcalls from users with clinical applicationissues.

• Providingasmartcard registration and support service.

• Providing support to customers via telephone, email, MS Teams and in person.

• Ensuring all issues are logged on the support desk system with detailed andaccurateinformation.

• Escalating complex issues to the System Admin team.


Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we’re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:
• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:
• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites



The “must haves” for this role:


1.At least 1year’s experiencein an IT/Application Support or Technical Customer Service role.


2.Excellent communication skills. Able to convey technical issues to a non-technical audience.


3.Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines and deliverobjectives.


4.Ability to work effectively as part of a team and onyourown to achieve service KPIs.


For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.


We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.


We’recommitted to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.


We welcome a conversation about any questions you may have. Pleasedon’thesitate to call: David Rowe on0776 876 3270or email: david.rowe@berkshire.nhs.ukwho’llbe delighted to help.


Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so pleasesubmityour application as soon as possible.



This advert closes on Tuesday 26 Nov 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About the Role

Base Location: Slough, Reading or West London

Salary: £41,583 - £60,730 depending on experience and authorisations + car / cash allowance + operational response allowance + "London allowance" if based in Slough/West London + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Salary Bands:

Up to 11kV SAP with Permit to Work (£41,583 - £48,296)

Up to 11kV SAP with Sanction for Test (£46,626 - £54,154)

Up to 33kV SAP with Sanction for Test (£52,285 - £60,730)

Working Pattern: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract | Full Time | Flexible First options available

We are looking for an Electrical Network Engineer to join our team!

As an Electrical Network Engineer you'll be responsible in the field for guaranteeing that emergency and fault work is completed efficiently & effectively. This includes operational standby duties on a 1 in 7 rota. Standby retainers and overtime are in addition to the annual salary.

You will work diligently to restore power to external customers as quickly as possible, with a focus on delivering a safe outcome for the workforce, customers and the environment.

You will use your engineering knowledge to guide and direct our internal resources and contract partners to solutions. You will be keen to solve problems and provide great customer service.

Other responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- Act as a field-based technical expert and point of escalation.

- Be responsible for ensuring workloads are prioritised, managed and repaired in the most effective way possible; this workload will cover but not be limited to the LV & HV live screen faults, LV & HV defects and proactive plant replacement.

- Ensure that SSEN's customers remain at the core of every decision to ensure great customer service performance and value is delivered by self, team and contract partners, to meet and exceed customer and regulator expectations.

- Completing four site visits each week and promoting behavioural safety at every opportunity.

What do I need?

You will have sound business and technical knowledge of electricity distribution, with a basic understanding of how a Distribution Network Operator (DNO) operates and generates revenue and incentives within the current price control period.

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Experience undertaking an engineering role within a DNO working on LV / HV / EHV networks. SAP operational experience is desirable but not essential. We will consider candidates with LV authorisations which include supply point testing, switching on the LV network and mobile generation.

- A City & Guilds 232 or equivalent and/or experience within electrical utilities environment.

- Thorough understanding of local business plans derived from regulatory price control submission, with an appreciation of unit cost and financial awareness.

- The ability and knowledge to engage at all levels and instil a high performing culture.

- A passion for safety and the ability to work well in a team as well as independently.

Travel is required and as a result we can only accept applications from candidates that hold a current driving licence.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Kim on 01738 344051.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician vacancy

Location: Reading area

Salary: £31,860 basic Rising to £34,000 OTE £42,500
Hours: Monday to Friday, 1 in 3 Saturday's. 35-hour contract.
Ref: OC17575

We have exciting new opportunities for Mobile Vehicle Technicians / Roadside Technician. We are recruiting across the Reading so we will tailor the area to you based on your location.

This Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician is working for one of the UK's leading vehicle breakdown companies who provider a first-class service to thousands of customers. Looking for people to start ASAP!! Exceptional company to work for with a wide range of benefits including starting your day as soon as you start the van.

Fantastic benefits package that includes:

• 23 days annual leave rising to 25 days with service
• No additional travel time - start and finish on your driveway
• Know your shifts 12 months in advance
• A fully equipped state of the art company vehicle with tools and uniform
• Free RAC breakdown cover for you and your household from day one
• Access to a broad range of career progression opportunities and industry leading training
• 24-hour colleague assistance programme
• Company life assurance linked to pension
• Access to MyFlex our flexible benefits site providing numerous benefits including health and wellbeing

Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician role :

• Working closely with the breakdown team you will be tasked with attending breakdowns to diagnose issues they have. Working on the vehicles to ideally get them back on the road otherwise making sure the vehicle goes back to the workshop.
• Identifying problems and advising the customer on the vehicle's issues.
• Vehicle servicing & general maintenance including electrical & vehicle Diagnostics.
• Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician are the face of the business so its important you deliver exceptional Customer Service.

Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician Requirements:

• A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent)
• Demonstrative technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience
• A customer focused approach
• A full UK driving licence

Consultant - Jack Adams

Octane Recruitment

VTSTH

Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter

Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.

Job Advertisement: Mobile Fabric Engineer

Location: Reading, Twyford, Caversham, Henley
Salary: £29,000 per annum
Benefits: Van + Fuel Card, 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays, Optional On-Call, Flexible Working Hours (Mon-Fri)

We are currently seeking a Mobile Fabric Engineer to join our team, covering the areas of Reading, Twyford, Caversham, and Henley. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and motivated individual to work flexibly and autonomously in a hands-on role, maintaining and repairing building fabric across various commercial and residential properties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carrying out general maintenance tasks, including basic carpentry, plumbing, painting, and plastering.
• Performing PPM (Planned Preventative Maintenance) and reactive maintenance work.
• Ensuring health and safety regulations are adhered to at all times.
• Working independently to manage workload across various sites.

What We Offer:

• Salary of £29,000 per annum.
• Company van and fuel card provided for work-related travel.
• 25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• Optional on-call rota, providing additional earning opportunities.
• Monday to Friday schedule with flexible working hours, offering a great work-life balance.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in fabric maintenance, ideally within commercial or domestic environments.
• Strong knowledge of general building trades such as carpentry, plumbing, and decorating.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own schedule.

This role is ideal for someone looking for flexibility and autonomy while taking pride in maintaining high standards of workmanship. If you have the skills and experience, we would love to hear from you!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Senior Hardware Design Engineer will support the design and implementation of hardware subsystems for advanced mobile and fixed satellite tracking antenna terminals.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead complex hardware designs and manage priorities
Architect and design terminal hardware, ensuring quality and cost goals
Present design analyses during reviews
Verify and test hardware in a lab setting
Mentor junior engineers

Requirements:

6-10 years in hardware design and testing
Strong PCB design skills (Altium preferred)
Experience in power supply design and compliance testing
Knowledge of embedded systems, high-speed digital design, and interconnect technologies

• Troubleshoot, repair, modify and maintain a variety of heavy mobile equipment, such as: construction, industrial, combat, tactical, and powered support equipment. Equipment may include bulldozers, graders, tractors, generators, forklifts, etc.
• Remove and replace major systems or components of equipment to include power packs, transmissions, transfers, gear reduction units, injector pumps, air conditioners, fuel pumps and alternators.
• Make idle speed, current, brake, and transmission linkage adjustments.
• Perform initial and in-process inspections; perform mechanical diagnostics and troubleshoot to localize defects and determine cause of malfunction; perform mechanical maintenance on defective parts; and perform minor body work.
• Provide technical assistance to unit personnel.
• Operate motor vehicles to perform the duties of this position.

Starting at $27.18 Per Hour (WG 9)

As a System Maintainer, your role will be to maintain consistently high standards and reliability across the Logistics Delivery Systems. These include attention to detail and a methodical approach in all areas of the Transport Delivery Systems. The role sits within our Logistics Delivery department and supports the business in providing a cost-effective resource solution to our customers and the different business areas.

What you will be doing as a System Maintainer

- Maintaining, updating, and monitoring our driver resources rota, to ensure our business needs are covered and that our driver numbers are adequate to fulfil business requirements.
- Ensuring any driver overtime requirements are requested, reviewed, updated, and communicated depending on the business needs.
- Being accountable for ensuring all holiday requests are reviewed and agreed within the business terms.
- Manage driver sickness cover, maintaining resource levels for each business area.
- Manage the bookings for the Customer Event Vehicle, working with customers from point of enquiry through to completion.
- Maintain compliance records and compliance systems, using various transport systems.
- Checking DBI Systems within our vehicles, updating details for drivers.
- Maintain Driver APP and action updates.
- Ensure H&S, driver SHE5’s are actioned and communicated to relevant sites and COP’s.

For this role, a driving licence is required.

Location – Kemble Court, Reading on Hybrid basis.

Hours of work are 36 hours a week, Monday to Friday.

What you should bring to the role

- Be capable and knowledgeable in all aspects of I.T, especially in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Have good interpersonal and customer relations skills.
- Be organised, forward thinking and adaptable.
- Be able to work on your own and as part of a team.
- Demonstrate clear knowledge of Transport law and the Road Traffic Act.
- Knowledge of compliance with transport legislation, including drivers’ hours regulations in line with the ‘O’ licence legislation and company procedures.

What’s in it for you?

- Offering between £26,000 to £30,000 per annum depending on experience and skills.
- Annual Leave - 24 days holiday per year increasing to 28 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
- Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
- Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
- Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.

Who are we?

Our business continues to operate as usual, delivering our essential services to around 16 million customers across London, Thames Valley and the Home Counties. 

At Thames Water, our purpose is crystal clear - to deliver life’s essential service so our customers, communities and planet can thrive. Water is life’s great leveller. Every living thing needs it, every single day. From people to plants, birds to bees, farms to factories, we all need it to thrive, and we’re committed to taking care of it for us all.

But keeping water flowing is becoming harder. From scorching summers to wetter winters, extreme weather affects everything from our pipes to our local rivers. We need to keep millions more kettles boiling, public services operating, washing machines spinning, showers running and more, so every drop is more precious than ever. Are you ready to play your part?

Working at Thames Water

At Thames Water, we recognise that people are at the heart of our business. To help us succeed in providing life's essential service, we need a range of skills and capabilities, representative of society throughout our business.

We seek to attract and retain a cultural mix of people who can offer different but complementary attitudes, values, talents, and knowledge. We understand the importance of appreciating and harnessing the unique skills, experiences, backgrounds, and differences that each individual brings.

Our over-arching diversity and inclusion aim is to ensure Thames Water is a diverse and inclusive great place to work. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.

Find out more about working at Thames Water.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job Advertisement: Mobile Fabric Engineer

Location: Reading, Twyford, Caversham, Henley
Salary: £29,000 per annum
Benefits: Van + Fuel Card, 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays, Optional On-Call, Flexible Working Hours (Mon-Fri)

We are currently seeking a Mobile Fabric Engineer to join our team, covering the areas of Reading, Twyford, Caversham, and Henley. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and motivated individual to work flexibly and autonomously in a hands-on role, maintaining and repairing building fabric across various commercial and residential properties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carrying out general maintenance tasks, including basic carpentry, plumbing, painting, and plastering.
• Performing PPM (Planned Preventative Maintenance) and reactive maintenance work.
• Ensuring health and safety regulations are adhered to at all times.
• Working independently to manage workload across various sites.

What We Offer:

• Salary of £29,000 per annum.
• Company van and fuel card provided for work-related travel.
• 25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• Optional on-call rota, providing additional earning opportunities.
• Monday to Friday schedule with flexible working hours, offering a great work-life balance.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in fabric maintenance, ideally within commercial or domestic environments.
• Strong knowledge of general building trades such as carpentry, plumbing, and decorating.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own schedule.

This role is ideal for someone looking for flexibility and autonomy while taking pride in maintaining high standards of workmanship. If you have the skills and experience, we would love to hear from you!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Reading / Thames Valley / Wiltshire / Hampshire

Salary: £55,200- £83,000 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time or Part Time | Flexible First options available

Brand new role which will part of the Supplier Relationship Management team who will be fundamental in engaging and building productive relationships across the SSE Group with key Software and SaaS Suppliers.

Reporting to the Lead Supplier Relationship Manager, SRM shall be responsible for managing and developing productive relationships with our major Software and SaaS suppliers which have been selected through our Supplier Segmentation process in collaboration with our internal customers. The role holder will act as commercial & contractual advisory between the IT senior leadership teams, and Senior Directors of the relevant BUs with a focus on ensuring that these suppliers are delivering on key deliverables such as service, performance, cost, insights and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

- Relationship Management. Implement, manage and develop productive relationships between IT, P&C, BU and IT Key Suppliers. Support Supplier Segmentation in collaboration with IT to identify key suppliers.

- Advisory. Provide commercial and contractual advice and insights to Procurement and Commercial leadership and Directors of the SSE Group.

- Governance. Manage a portfolio of Suppliers either within the Software/ category with a value of £50-100m per annum to support the delivery of Procurement & Commercial department KPIs and objectives in line with Procurement Manual, Commercial Manual and the IT Contract Management Governance Manual.

- Management. Manage the performance and develop the capabilities of a team of 2 Contract Manager(s). Also provide commercial / contractual advice and support to the wider P&C team.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Comprehensive and proven in depth knowledge and experience of the software and SaaS market and Supply chain, including experience in drafting, interpreting and negotiating complex IT & Telco Contracts.

- Excellent interpersonal communication skills and a highly experienced in building and maintaining relationships with IT & Telco Suppliers such as Microsoft, Oracle and GE. Experience in developing Business Reviews and collaboratively engaging with all stakeholders to create innovative solutions.

- Proven track record in communicating effectively with Senior Management and Directors to build valued and 'trusted partner relationships.

- Experience in leading the most complex technology commercial negotiations and operating with the strategic/long term in mind to ensure SSE is leveraging both financial and operational opportunities across the SSE Group.

- Superb problem-solving skills in complex supplier and internal customer relationship environments.

About our Business

At SSE, we own more than 500 property assets and several thousand land assets, which are located across the length and breadth of the UK and Ireland. Our Procurement & Commercial, Property and Facilities Management teams are responsible for helping the business to procure services and materials in a timely and cost-effective way, and for ensuring SSE offers a safe, modern, fit-for-purpose property portfolio. We work right across the SSE Group, ensuring our businesses gets the best possible service and value from our supplier network, as well as ensuring all service providers are compliant and continue to meet contractual obligations and business need.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

EXTERNAL: Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

INTERNAL: As a courtesy, please let your current line manager know you are applying.

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