Total 191 Engineering job vacancies in Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK44 2DA

Overview of department:
We are Electronics Engineering. We are growing, dedicated and we work as a team to deliver our projects.

Responsibilities:
Your role as a Engineering Project Manager (EPM) is to deliver our most complex and priority projects to time, cost and quality; to drive the design, development and delivery of our highly complex electronic sub-systems, from concept through into full production. This is a fantastic opportunity to be a senior member of the project management team; someone who will contribute to our delivery strategy.

Skillset/experience required:
Someone with drive, passion and commitment who has:
* Experience of Project Management best practice: Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Compliance Management, Configuration Management and Earned Value Management.
* Experience of delivering significant project/programmes on time and to cost.
* Experience of project management across the various phases; from project conception and initiation through manufacture and qualification to customer delivery.
* A background in engineering development, ideally of complex systems or electronic units.
* Individuals with excellent communication skills; able to influence others to their way of thinking;
* Organised with an eye for detail and a sense of pride in what they deliver

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Security Engineer, Identity and Access Management (IAM) Analyst
c. £65,000 per annum
Bedford Based
Hybrid Working
Permanent

As Security Engineer, Identity and Access Management (IAM) Analyst at Money and Pensions Service (MaPS), you will be responsible for supporting the Cyber Security Manager and the Identity and Access Manager with cybersecurity and IAM operations, continuous service improvement and identity management, protecting the organisation’s cloud technology platforms, data and identities.

The post holder will ensure that best practices for cybersecurity and IAM are implemented and documented, and that the organisation is compliant with regulatory and audit requirements.
Duties include managing the operational security and IAM toolsets including MIMECast, Windows Defender, Symantec WSS, Tenable and Microsoft Office 365 Security and Compliance, Intune and JAMF for MAC security, Entra ID and Okta.

The role will embed regular reporting of the security and IAM performance of the technology infrastructure and report on exceptions or breaches of policies and procedures.
This position will be working with colleagues across the organisation, including an outsourced managed security operations centre and provide cover for the Cyber Security Manager and Identity Manager.

The role includes hands on activities to deliver and support the Cyber and IAM Strategy. The Security Analyst should have a number of years’ experience in the security industry and hold a broad skillset enabling them to support numerous technologies quickly and effectively. Any professional security qualifications would be beneficial.

Here is an insight to Money and Pension Service:

At the heart of the Money and Pensions Service are our values – caring, connecting and transforming, which are the foundation of our success. They permeate every area of our work and define all our business relationships and the way we work with each other. We’re not only looking for the best people to come and work for us, but we need people who align themselves to our values.

We care about our colleagues and people whose lives we are here to transform, we will transform lives through our ability to make positive connections, and we are committed to transforming lives and make a positive societal impact.

We help people – particularly those most in need – to improve their financial wellbeing and build a better, more confident future. Working collaboratively across the UK, we make sure customers can access high-quality money and pensions guidance and debt advice throughout their lives, however and whenever they need it.

By fostering our values, we are very proud of the inclusive working environment that we have created. We are committed to attracting people of all backgrounds, we want our colleagues to reflect our customers and the people we assist.

In this role you will be responsible for the following;

• Support the current Cyber Security Manager and Identity and Access Manager.
• Demonstrate a passion for cybersecurity and IAM, experience in monitoring security controls and Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting implementation and governance.
• Providing advice to the organisation, ensuring compliance with appropriate regulations and, generally, on information risk
• Experience of optimising security and IAM toolsets – including antivirus (Windows Defender), Office 365 Security & Compliance, vulnerability management and patching. JAMF for Apple MAC, Entra ID and Okta.
• Understanding of a broad range of security tools using Microsoft tooling where possible, including but not limited to SIEM, Email Security, DLP.
• Delivering new cybersecurity toolsets and capability as required and investigating cybersecurity incidents and undertaking reporting/remedial action as required.
• Maintaining risk, issue and change registers for cybersecurity and identity.
• Build and maintain methodology and technology used to implement Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) and Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems including SSO. MFA, Provisioning / Reconciliation, Federations, Access reviews.
• In-depth knowledge of multifactor authentication (MFA) architectures, Role-based Access Control (RBAC) and Attribute-based access control (ABAC)/Policy-based access control (PBAC) implementations and best practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team when required.
• Work collaboratively within Infrastructure Services and other IT functions to ensure effective management and delivery of Security and Identity and Access Management services.

You will need to demonstrate the following skills and experience;

• Microsoft 365 Security stack (all elements).
• Cloud security experience, tooling, best practices, security posture.
• Experience of writing various security policies and documentation.
• Implementation of Identity Governance and Administration and Identity and Access Management systems including SSO, SAML, OpenID.
• Good knowledge of MFA, RBAC.
• EntraID experience, setup and improvements (not just resetting user passwords).

About MaPS:

At MaPS, we help people – particularly those most in need – to improve their financial wellbeing and build a better, more confident future. Working collaboratively across the UK, we make sure customers can access high-quality money and pensions guidance and debt advice throughout their lives, however and whenever they need it.

At the heart of the Money and Pensions Service are our values – caring, connecting and transforming, which are the foundation of our success. They permeate every area of our work and define all our business relationships and the way we work with each other. We’re not only looking for the best people in and around Bedford to come and work for us, but we need people who align themselves to our values: -

• Caring - We care about our colleagues and people whose lives we are here to transform.
• Connecting - We will transform lives through our ability to make positive connections.
• Transforming - We are committed to transforming lives and make a positive societal impact.

Our inclusive working environment:

By fostering our values, we are immensely proud of the inclusive working environment that we have created. The diversity of our people is a strength that we embrace and wish to build upon, so we are committed to attracting people of all backgrounds.

We work hard to ensure that we have a progressive approach to inclusion, equity and belonging. We really do want our colleagues to “bring their whole selves to work.”

By way of brief example, we have an enviable ethnic diversity mix, equal gender balance with a zero mean gender pay gap and thriving colleague and ally networks, including LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, women’s health, men's health, ethnicity, and diversity.

What Money and Pensions Service can offer you?
• Generous Annual Leave – 30 days plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme – contributions matched 2 to 1 (up to 10% of your salary)
• Interest-free loan to help you buy season tickets for buses and trains
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Subsidised eye test & flu jabs
• Life assurance scheme
• Give as you earn scheme
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• PAM Assist and PAM Life scheme (Wellbeing)
• Enhanced family and sick pay
• Paid volunteering (2 days a year)
• Recognition Scheme
• Discounts portal to numerous retailers

At MaPS, we take pride in our flexible approach to work. Most of our roles can operate on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week. Hybrid working is a voluntary, noncontractual arrangement and your office will be your contractual place of work. The number of days that anyone will be able to work at home will be determined primarily by business needs.

Job Reference: MaPS00675
Close Date: 26/11/2024

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Job Title: Workshop Access EngineerLocation: BedfordJob Type: Temp - PermIndustry: TechnicalWorkchain is currently seeking a Workshop Access Engineer to join our client's team in Bedford. This is a temp - perm position in the technical industry with a pay rate ranging from £35,000 to £50,000 per annum.Key Responsibilities:Meeting the expanding engineering requirements of our increasing locations and fleet numbers, ensuring continued compliance and certification of LOLER & PUWER legislation. Ensuring “on hire” LOLER inspections (6 and 12 Months) are carried out in a timely professional manner at our customer sites. Ensuring accurate records are produced and maintained (with admin support). Working with our customers to provide high standards of engineering support for the organisation’s rental fleet while on hire. Customer contact to attend site. Fully responsive mobile engineering response (on-site and by phone). Maintenance, repair, service and response to breakdowns of the companies rental fleet of MEWPS (on or off-site and by phone). Ensure re-charge of repairs and other chargeable costs to the customer where applicable, in line with the companies policies and objectives. Providing support to our warehouse, workshop and driving teams as required.Qualifications:You must have relevant experience or qualifications within the powered access industry e.g. CAP, IPAF and manufacturer courses (desirable – training provided for the right candidate) Be accredited with up-to-date LOLER qualifications - Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) preferred Proven track record of ability to inspect and repair any fault across all aspects of Access / MEWP / Lifting equipment. Electrical/hydraulic engineering qualifications or time served – competent with schematics Familiar with a variety of manufacturer’s equipment Ability to work with minimal supervision, operating autonomously as a key member of the companies engineering team Good MS Office and computer literacy skills Good with paperwork and accurate documentation Excellent decision-making skills Safety conscious Great communication skills – both verbal and written across all disciplines and at all levelsCustomer-focused with a commitment to delivering excellent service Effective planning and organisation skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy Good time-management Self-motivation Ability to work alone whilst also being a genuine team player Possess a clean driving license This role requires security/clearance for some of our customers and any offer may be subject to such clearances being obtained.If you meet the above qualifications and are looking for a temporary position as a Workshop Access Engineer in Bedford, we encourage you to apply through our website at workchain.co.uk. Please complete the online application form to be considered for this opportunity.

Job Title: Workshop Access EngineerLocation: BedfordJob Type: Temp - PermIndustry: TechnicalWorkchain is currently seeking a Workshop Access Engineer to join our client's team in Bedford. This is a temp - perm position in the technical industry with a pay rate ranging from £35,000 to £50,000 per annum.Key Responsibilities:Meeting the expanding engineering requirements of our increasing locations and fleet numbers, ensuring continued compliance and certification of LOLER & PUWER legislation. Ensuring “on hire” LOLER inspections (6 and 12 Months) are carried out in a timely professional manner at our customer sites. Ensuring accurate records are produced and maintained (with admin support). Working with our customers to provide high standards of engineering support for the organisation’s rental fleet while on hire. Customer contact to attend site. Fully responsive mobile engineering response (on-site and by phone). Maintenance, repair, service and response to breakdowns of the companies rental fleet of MEWPS (on or off-site and by phone). Ensure re-charge of repairs and other chargeable costs to the customer where applicable, in line with the companies policies and objectives. Providing support to our warehouse, workshop and driving teams as required.Qualifications:You must have relevant experience or qualifications within the powered access industry e.g. CAP, IPAF and manufacturer courses (desirable – training provided for the right candidate) Be accredited with up-to-date LOLER qualifications - Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) preferred Proven track record of ability to inspect and repair any fault across all aspects of Access / MEWP / Lifting equipment. Electrical/hydraulic engineering qualifications or time served – competent with schematics Familiar with a variety of manufacturer’s equipment Ability to work with minimal supervision, operating autonomously as a key member of the companies engineering team Good MS Office and computer literacy skills Good with paperwork and accurate documentation Excellent decision-making skills Safety conscious Great communication skills – both verbal and written across all disciplines and at all levelsCustomer-focused with a commitment to delivering excellent service Effective planning and organisation skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy Good time-management Self-motivation Ability to work alone whilst also being a genuine team player Possess a clean driving license This role requires security/clearance for some of our customers and any offer may be subject to such clearances being obtained.If you meet the above qualifications and are looking for a temporary position as a Workshop Access Engineer in Bedford, we encourage you to apply through our website at workchain.co.uk. Please complete the online application form to be considered for this opportunity.

Job Title: Workshop Access EngineerLocation: BedfordJob Type: Temp - PermIndustry: TechnicalWorkchain is currently seeking a Workshop Access Engineer to join our client's team in Bedford. This is a temp - perm position in the technical industry with a pay rate ranging from £35,000 to £50,000 per annum.Key Responsibilities:Meeting the expanding engineering requirements of our increasing locations and fleet numbers, ensuring continued compliance and certification of LOLER & PUWER legislation. Ensuring “on hire” LOLER inspections (6 and 12 Months) are carried out in a timely professional manner at our customer sites. Ensuring accurate records are produced and maintained (with admin support). Working with our customers to provide high standards of engineering support for the organisation’s rental fleet while on hire. Customer contact to attend site. Fully responsive mobile engineering response (on-site and by phone). Maintenance, repair, service and response to breakdowns of the companies rental fleet of MEWPS (on or off-site and by phone). Ensure re-charge of repairs and other chargeable costs to the customer where applicable, in line with the companies policies and objectives. Providing support to our warehouse, workshop and driving teams as required.Qualifications:You must have relevant experience or qualifications within the powered access industry e.g. CAP, IPAF and manufacturer courses (desirable – training provided for the right candidate) Be accredited with up-to-date LOLER qualifications - Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) preferred Proven track record of ability to inspect and repair any fault across all aspects of Access / MEWP / Lifting equipment. Electrical/hydraulic engineering qualifications or time served – competent with schematics Familiar with a variety of manufacturer’s equipment Ability to work with minimal supervision, operating autonomously as a key member of the companies engineering team Good MS Office and computer literacy skills Good with paperwork and accurate documentation Excellent decision-making skills Safety conscious Great communication skills – both verbal and written across all disciplines and at all levelsCustomer-focused with a commitment to delivering excellent service Effective planning and organisation skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy Good time-management Self-motivation Ability to work alone whilst also being a genuine team player Possess a clean driving license This role requires security/clearance for some of our customers and any offer may be subject to such clearances being obtained.If you meet the above qualifications and are looking for a temporary position as a Workshop Access Engineer in Bedford, we encourage you to apply through our website at workchain.co.uk. Please complete the online application form to be considered for this opportunity.

Your new company
Hays Recruitment are recruiting for an exciting opportunity as a Senior Quality Engineer with our client, a leading manufacturer and distributor in the electrical products sector. Specialising in wiring accessories, LED lighting, safety alarms, and cables, the client has established itself as a trusted name with a turnover of several million in the UK. They are known for their commitment to quality and innovation, supplying products that are widely specified by housing developers and distributed through electrical wholesalers.

Your new role
In your capacity as a Senior Quality Engineer, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing product quality. You'll be responsible for monitoring product performance, investigating quality issues, and collaborating with engineering teams to implement effective solutions. This role involves managing quality assurance processes and overseeing various inspections and audits, ensuring that the clients' products consistently meet and exceed industry standards.
The role will be office based, working 37.5hrs per week.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring product quality and reporting to the Management Team.
• Investigating product quality issues to establish root causes and liaising with Product Engineers and the factory to implement improvements.
• Timely resolution of quality issues through robust root cause analysis and implementation of permanent and preventative corrective actions.
• Providing Quality Engineering support for the development of FMEA's, quality control, and test plans as part of the product Life Cycle Management process.
• Reviewing customer complaints as necessary.
• Managing Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI), including factory self PDI's, the clients China Quality Engineers, and 3rd Party PDI's.
• Managing and undertaking Goods Inwards (GI) inspections to ensure product specifications are met.
• Quality control of products being reworked, writing rework instructions, and ensuring adherence.
• Managing factory desktop or 3rd party audits, including ethical audits, and instructing the Far East team in factories manufacturing the products.
• Leading the management of Quality Assurance and ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Management Systems.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this position, you will need:

• A strong background in Quality Engineering and Quality Assurance, ideally within the electrical sector.
• Familiarity with both electrical and mechanical disciplines.
• Proficiency in report writing, particularly in creating 8D reports to communicate findings effectively.
• Experience with electrical installation products will be a distinct advantage.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, combined with a methodical and organised mindset.

What you'll get in return
The role offers a competitive salary alongside a comprehensive benefits package. You will have the opportunity for professional growth within a supportive and innovative work environment. Joining their dynamic team will enable you to significantly contribute to quality initiatives and be part of an organisation committed to excellence.

• Competitive salary ranging from £48,000 to £50,000 per annum
• 25 days paid holiday annually
• 6% pension contributions
• Opportunity to work with a market-leading company.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Supportive and dynamic work environment.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us on 01603 580180 and speak to Garry.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

National Highways have an exciting opportunity for a Pavement Engineer to join our Pavements team in the East region. The Pavement Engineer will work in a multi-disciplinary role within the Pavement team which will include assisting with the development and delivery of a wide range of pavement renewal schemes, to ensure that the strategic road network (SRN) safely meets the requirements of our customers now and into the future. The Pavement Engineer will work closely with key stakeholders including project teams and third parties and assist with coordinating works across the region, providing technical support and ensuring adherence to our defined asset class strategies, policies and standards.

Please note that may be required to work unsociable hours as part of this role.

You will be required to drive as part of your role and you will need to have no more than 3 points to be considered for this position and during employment.

What you'll be working on:

• Ensure the health and safety needs and wellbeing of customers and employees are fully considered and accounted for throughout the planning and delivery of each service activity
• Undertake the identification and evaluation of asset data and needs in order to develop early solutions, in line with agreed methodologies and prioritisation criteria.
• Develop early solutions for improvements and/or renewals, including the compiling of relevant documents, evidence and options for value management, taking into account new techniques, materials, buildability, and costs.
• Monitor the delivery of agreed early solutions and plans, liaising with the relevant teams to identify and/or rectify issues.
• Identify, prepare briefs and manage delivery of survey works that support the improvement and/or renewal of assets.
• Assists with developing the Region's asset led forward programme and initial scheme development Delivers customer centric designs and technical specifications.
• Recommends improvements in the development of asset management processes and approaches

To be successful you'll need

• A Degree / HND or HNC in a Civil Engineering or similar
• Membership of a relevant professional body such as ICE/CIHT/IHE is desirable
• Knowledge of asset condition assessment and degradation modelling
• Excellent knowledge of Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) standards and their application on the highway network.
• Experience in highway infrastructure design, construction and delivery methods.
• Strong knowledge of CDM 2015

A bit about us

Making sure our customers have safe and reliable journeys is at the heart of everything we do in Operations. We keep the roads open for business and play a key role in making sure the network we manage is fit for purpose today and for the future.

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Your new company
Hays Recruitment are recruiting for an exciting opportunity as a Senior Quality Engineer with our client, a leading manufacturer and distributor in the electrical products sector. Specialising in wiring accessories, LED lighting, safety alarms, and cables, the client has established itself as a trusted name with a turnover of several million in the UK. They are known for their commitment to quality and innovation, supplying products that are widely specified by housing developers and distributed through electrical wholesalers.

Your new role
In your capacity as a Senior Quality Engineer, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing product quality. You'll be responsible for monitoring product performance, investigating quality issues, and collaborating with engineering teams to implement effective solutions. This role involves managing quality assurance processes and overseeing various inspections and audits, ensuring that the clients' products consistently meet and exceed industry standards.
The role will be office based, working 37.5hrs per week.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring product quality and reporting to the Management Team.
• Investigating product quality issues to establish root causes and liaising with Product Engineers and the factory to implement improvements.
• Timely resolution of quality issues through robust root cause analysis and implementation of permanent and preventative corrective actions.
• Providing Quality Engineering support for the development of FMEA's, quality control, and test plans as part of the product Life Cycle Management process.
• Reviewing customer complaints as necessary.
• Managing Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI), including factory self PDI's, the clients China Quality Engineers, and 3rd Party PDI's.
• Managing and undertaking Goods Inwards (GI) inspections to ensure product specifications are met.
• Quality control of products being reworked, writing rework instructions, and ensuring adherence.
• Managing factory desktop or 3rd party audits, including ethical audits, and instructing the Far East team in factories manufacturing the products.
• Leading the management of Quality Assurance and ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Management Systems.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this position, you will need:

• A strong background in Quality Engineering and Quality Assurance, ideally within the electrical sector.
• Familiarity with both electrical and mechanical disciplines.
• Proficiency in report writing, particularly in creating 8D reports to communicate findings effectively.
• Experience with electrical installation products will be a distinct advantage.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, combined with a methodical and organised mindset.

What you'll get in return
The role offers a competitive salary alongside a comprehensive benefits package. You will have the opportunity for professional growth within a supportive and innovative work environment. Joining their dynamic team will enable you to significantly contribute to quality initiatives and be part of an organisation committed to excellence.

• Competitive salary ranging from £48,000 to £50,000 per annum
• 25 days paid holiday annually
• 6% pension contributions
• Opportunity to work with a market-leading company.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Supportive and dynamic work environment.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us on 01603 580180 and speak to Garry.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Are you an experienced Field Service Engineer seeking a new opportunity?

Our superb client is seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer to join them on a permanent basis to be based in Leighton Buzzard travelling to customer sites across the region working core hours of 8.00am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday. Any work conducted outside of these hours will be payable as overtime.

Responsibilities

To be considered for the role of Field Service Engineer, you will have:-

Previous and recent service engineering and maintenance experience working on construction machinery / plant machinery, HGV or agricultural machinery.
You will carry out plant machinery diagnostics
Servicing and repairing in a customer facing site visit based role.

Skills required

As Field Service Engineer, you will be:-

A strong ambassador for your employer
You will need to be experienced in hydraulic systems, axles, manual transmission and power shift, working on cam-bus electrical systems and working on relevant machinery as detailed.
Will build strong business relationships with your customer
Promoting a professional company image at all times
Meeting and exceeding customer expectations.
You will hold NVQ Level 2, 3 or an equivalent qualification and will have proven relevant plant industry servicing and maintenance experience within construction, HGV, agricultural machinery.
You will have a full UK driving licence.

Benefits

This position offers the chance to join a superb well respected organisation who offer further progression, training and development, excellent benefits and job satisfaction.
Basic salary is from £32,000 - £40,000 depending of level of experience and there is a chance to work additional hours where you will receive overtime pay, taking your salary to a generous OTE level, plus a tooling allowance. 22 days paid annual leave rising with length of service plus bank holiday, company pension, discounted products, employee perks and benefits, company uniform, career development and much, much more

Please apply with your CV and details of your salary expectations.

Infinity Recruitment Consultancy Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent, contract and temporary recruitment. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Infinity Recruitment Consultancy Limited, your personal data may be added to our database as part of the application process. Our privacy policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

Automotive Engineering organisation require an Motor Vehicle Diagnostic Engineer to join a mechanical testing team that focuses on engine overhaul, vehicle testing, electrical diagnostics, electric vehicle wiring and system testing. This role will expose you to customisable testing systems, vehicle regulation approval and certification and motorsport performance enhancement.

Skills
Automotive Engineering experience of mechanical testing.
Engine or full vehicle diagnostics electrical and mechanical instrumentation test equipment.
Dynamometer, thermocouple or transducer calibration.
Data capture, analysis and reporting
Degree or HND in Automotive or Mechanical Engineering.

Role
Full vehicle performance, safety and functional testing.
Set up and complete automated engine testing.
Identify data discrepancies early in the process, trouble shoot and re build.
Interpret and deliver conclusions from the data.

Are you an experienced Mechanical craftsperson, looking to develop your career working for the NHS? If so, Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust may have the perfect option for you.

Our Estates team is looking to recruit a highly motivated and flexible Mechanical Craftsperson to join our Estates Team at Bedford Hospital. Duties will include carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance to a wide range of building services and equipment. The ability to take part in the on call rota and work overtime is an essential part of this role. Please note that due to participation in the on call rota it is necessary for you to live within a 15 miles radius of the site.

The Maintenance department, consisting of electrical, mechanical and building trades, is responsible for the maintenance of the Trusts properties and equipment. The department is customer focused aiming to provide a high quality service at all times with teamwork, respect and integrity being core values.

Although we have a very strong learning and development function, you will need to have acquired some skills and experience from your career in order for your time with us to be a real success, we have highlighted three of them below:
• Time served (or have equivalent experience) mechanical fitter or plumber
• Have an appropriate qualification in a relevant mechanical discipline
• Thorough experience in the maintenance or service industries

To contribute to the provision of a comprehensive and responsive maintenance service to all of the Trusts properties; to diagnose and repair faults and to maintain, by application of craft skills, the building engineering services, plant and equipment.

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.

We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.



Key Responsibilities
• Identify, diagnose and rectify faults, and carry out repairs and planned maintenance of a general nature of mechanical services, plant and equipment including but not limited to: steam raising plant, air conditioning/ventilation systems, heating systems, water and drainage systems, macerators, catering equipment, ward equipment, decontamination equipment.
• Carry out reactive and planned maintenance of a more complex nature in the buildings engineering services related to the core skill of the post holder.
• Fabricate, assemble, erect, install and commission new work, associated with the core skill. Assist team members where other skills are involved.
• Liaise with clinical staff to arrange shutdowns and maintenance of equipment and plant.
• Carry out periodic checking, servicing and testing of plant and equipment, in accordance with planned maintenance programmes and schedules.
• The post will involve working at height, using access equipment, lifting and handling of heavy objects, and working in enclosed spaces such as roof voids and service ducts etc.
• Familiarise, train or instruct others as appropriate.
• Day to day supervision of Maintenance Assistants.
• Comply with H.S.E. procedures and regulations and the Trust’s Health and Safety policy, procedures and working practices.
• Abide by all infection prevention and control procedures.
• Complete all relevant paperwork systems necessary in the running of the department.
• Undertake training, where necessary, to improve skills, learn new techniques or to ensure compliance with regulations or procedures.
• Participate in the on‐call arrangements providing 24 hour cover to the hospital.
• To have the ability to carry out minor duties of other trades when required such as electrical, building and carpentry.


This advert closes on Thursday 14 Nov 2024

Key Responsibilities Identify, diagnose and rectify faults, and carry out repairs and planned maintenance of a general nature of mechanical services, plant and equipment including but not limited to: steam raising plant, air conditioning/ventilation systems, heating systems, water and drainage systems, macerators, catering equipment, ward equipment, decontamination equipment. Carry out reactive and planned maintenance of a more complex nature in the buildings engineering services related to the core skill of the post holder. Fabricate, assemble, erect, install and commission new work, associated with the core skill. Assist team members where other skills are involved. Liaise with clinical staff to arrange shutdowns and maintenance of equipment and plant. Carry out periodic checking, servicing and testing of plant and equipment, in accordance with planned maintenance programmes and schedules. The post will involve working at height, using access equipment, lifting and handling of heavy objects, and working in enclosed spaces such as roof voids and service ducts etc. Familiarise, train or instruct others as appropriate. Day to day supervision of Maintenance Assistants. Comply with H.S.E. procedures and regulations and the Trusts Health and Safety policy, procedures and working practices. Abide by all infection prevention and control procedures. Complete all relevant paperwork systems necessary in the running of the department. Undertake training, where necessary, to improve skills, learn new techniques or to ensure compliance with regulations or procedures. Participate in the oncall arrangements providing 24 hour cover to the hospital. To have the ability to carry out minor duties of other trades when required such as electrical, building and carpentry.

DEPUTY HEAD OF ENGINEERING AND MAINTENANCE

This role represents an excellent opportunity to play an integral part in maintaining the operational integrity of the company's complex facilities and supporting systems and to become involved with further development of these world leading capabilities.

Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the Deputy Head of Engineering and Maintenance will support the Engineering team and assist in maintaining operational quality and delivery, by focussing on the development and maintenance of continuous improvement programmes, processes and procedures, to ensure the Department meets the needs of the business and maintains compliance with changing legislation and standards, during a period of significant capital investment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and confident manager with strong leadership and stakeholder management skills to be part of the on-going evolution and success of the company.

Deputy Head of Engineering and Maintenance - main roles and responsibilities

* Ensure that modifications, operation and maintenance processes meet the company Quality, Health and Safety, and Environmental standards.
* Ensure that the appropriate process is applied for any works resulting in both temporary and permanent modifications and changes to equipment and infrastructure including appropriate design reviews, and that such modifications and changes to the systems or deviations from the design configurations are visible, understood, documented and controlled.
* Maintain a good understanding of technical assets, equipment and testing methods being used in the R&D facility through communication with other managers, attendance of design reviews, plant meetings, etc…
* Working closely with the Engineering Services Manager and Site Services Team Lead, review and ensure the operating requirements and instructions required to maintain the integrity of the system designs are delivered in accordance with the operating manuals and specified requirements.
* Review maintenance progress, actions and status, approving or rejecting any deviations from the plan including deferral of maintenance tasks or temporary changes to the system, in consultation with the relevant Engineering Manager.
* Attend Engineering team leadership meetings, develop and maintain appropriate reports and KPIs, participate in setting the department's annual budget and share in the responsibility of managing performance to that budget.
* Support the Head of Engineering with the day-to-day management of the Engineering team.

Deputy Head of Engineering and Maintenance - Qualifications, Skills & Experience

* A good level knowledge of mechanical or electrical engineering gained through experience with complex engineering products or industrial machinery.
* Demonstrable experience of working with and implementing changes to engineering design processes and engineering drawings within an industrial quality management system.
* A Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or similar subject) or equivalent knowledge gained through experience. Preferably Chartered Engineer status or equivalent experience.
* Demonstrated leadership experience in a technical environment preferably with 5+ years' experience.
* Experience of managing a diverse and multi-experienced team of engineers. Providing direction to those more experienced, and guidance and development to the junior members of the team.

Deputy Head of Engineering and Maintenance - Attributes

* Capable of understanding complex systems, analysing data and applying problem-solving techniques in a logical, competent and timely manner.
* Ability to improve standards and be driven by continuous improvement.
* A positive behaviour set with great communication and collaboration skills.
* Have a desire to succeed, ability to work under pressure and be prepared for out-of-hours working from time to time.
* Have commercial awareness and some client relationship management experience.

The successful candidate must satisfy security clearance requirements - including the last 5 years continual UK residency.

Deputy Head of Engineering and Maintenance previous suitable job titles: Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager, Assistant Head of Engineering, Assistant Head of Maintenance, Senior Engineering Manager, Senior Maintenance Manager

Please apply ASAP

Due to current high volumes of applications to our advertised jobs, we are unable to respond to every application. All successful candidates will be contacted as soon as possible.

The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities. 1. To directly provide clinical technical services for preventive maintenance. This will involve: Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on a range of clinical equipment, using test equipment, to ensure that manufacturers functional and safety specifications are met. Negotiating with Clinicians and Nursing Staff to ensure that equipment is available for PPM. 2. Responsible for providing clinical technical support to assess the performance, diagnose faults and carry out repairs to a range of clinical equipment. This will involve: Undertaking fault-finding using appropriate techniques to diagnose problems. Carrying out electrical safety test to identify any potentially hazardous equipment. Carrying out acceptance testing and commissioning of new equipment and decommissioning of end of life equipment, in accordance with departmental and trust procedures. In consultation with senior Clinical Engineer, identifying potentially hazardous symptoms and faults when in clinical areas or in talking to clinical staff. 3. To keep accurate and complete technical records of work performed. In particular to ensure that the equipment management database is accurately and consistently maintained, with work being logged as it progresses, until completion. 4. To take responsibility for all tools and equipment within the Postholders care, ensure workshop facilities are kept clear and well-ordered and that all equipment is maintained to acceptable standards. 5. Take responsibility for managing and prioritizing your own workload, following the guidance of the Senior Clinical Engineer and Medical Device Trainer, while aligning with departmental procedures, objectives, and shared priorities.

About The Company:
OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with a turnover of £1.7bn and 50,000+ colleagues. We deliver innovative, award-winning services to the public and private sectors and our mission is to make people and places the best they can be.

This role sits within our Private Sector FM business division that provides catering, cleaning, hard services, pest control, and security services to a wide range of prestigious clients, within the Venues market.



About The Role:
We have an exciting opportunity for an Air Conditioning Mobile Building services engineer to join our team working on key contracts around the East Anglia part of the country.

As this role is client facing you will need to present a professional image and have good communication skills and a willingness to provide the best possible solutions to meet the clients' needs.

You will be City & Guilds qualified (to relevant standard) ideally with experience working in a similar environment. As you will be working alone, you'll need to be able to think proactively arranging materials, providing information for quotations, and managing the clients' expectations.

Early starts and late finishes may be required as part of this role to allow for disruptive works to be completed with minimal disruption to the client. You'll be required to be part of the on-call rota system operating on a 1-8 rota.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 07:00 - 17:00 - 40 hours per week

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Carry out installation and servicing of AC units in a range of environments as well as planning, inspecting, and carrying out repairs or preventative general maintenance as required and responding to breakdowns.
• Carrying out statutory inspection of assets including Emergency Lighting, Water Temperature checks, Fire Door inspection and repairs, Plumbing repairs, Lighting checks and other minor reactive works.
• Providing technical guidance to the client and contract support

About You:

• Applicant must have the right to work in the UK
• C&G qualified (2379)
• To be IT literate using Microsoft Word, Excel etc
• Must hold a full UK driving license as use of company vehicle may be required.

Benefits:

• A pension scheme- to save for the future - eligibility rules apply
• Access to high street discounts
• Access to low interest loans
• Recognition scheme 'OCS Stars'- monetary rewards given to top performers
• Training and Development- apprenticeships, e-learning, English as a Second Language and our award nominated 'Impact' Programme
• Long Service Awards
• Cycle to work scheme- discounted bicycles
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme- 24-7 Wellbeing Support

How to Apply:

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.