Total 52 Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Maidstone, ME14 5DY

NEW ROLE with Tarmac !!!!

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer with experience in either the heavy engineering or manufacturing sector and looking for your next permanent role? Then read on as we may just have the role for you!

At Tarmac, ‘who you are’ matters. We want to get to know you. If you share our values and are proud of a job well done, collaborative in working well with others and ambitious to make things better, then have a read of what we have on offer.

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Project and SME Engineer to join the amazing team at our Linford Block Plant, which is located close to Stanford-le-Hope in Essex. This role is commutable from Maidstone, Chatham, Rochester, Gillingham, Hempstead, Sevenoaks, Orpington, Swanley, Dartford, Bromley, Tonbridge, Gravesend, Rainham, Swanley, Sittingbourne, Dunton Green and the surrounding areas.

Our Linford Plant manufactures sustainable, tough and energy efficient aerated blocks that we see all around us, whether this be in our homes or our work environments, you are never too far away from one of our products.

Here at Tarmac, we are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.

Main Responsibilities

As our Mechanical Project and SME Engineer, your key responsibilities will be executing a maintenance methodology to ensure that mechanical equipment operates at the highest operational efficiency, whilst supporting the vision to implement World Class Maintenance in the Linford operation. You will work closely with the production and maintenance teams to troubleshoot issues, implement improvements, and ensure seamless operation of systems and project engineering work.

Your responsibilities as our Mechanical Project and SME Engineer will include (not exhaustive):

• Lead and own the 1 year rolling, and 3 - 5 year improvement plan for the assets
• Implement Written Schemes of Examination, assess equipment condition and suitability for further service and report the outcome to business area to comply with legal requirements and business goals
• Recommend repairs and advise the Engineering and Projects Manager on the restoration of “fit for purpose” condition, accept repairs and assign inspection intervals to achieve legal compliance and business goals​
• Own and lead the implementation of a Risk Based Assessment programme for mechanical systems equipment, ensuring compliance ​
• Provide mechanical systems technical input in support of projects and plant modifications and projects to deliver legal compliance and business integrity requirements
• Ensure management of change practices are followed for all modifications, upgrades or project work to mechanical related systems on site
• Conduct routine maintenance and updates to systems along with collaborating with production and engineering teams to improve system performance
• Have a proven track record of successful people management, management of engineering operations, delivering CAPEX projects with an understanding of CDM regulations
• Promoting the maintenance management system, ensuring the application of maintenance procedures, methods and best practices
• Assisting the Engineering department in achieving its budget targets through the efficient use of materials and replacement parts
• Develop and improve the knowledge and skills of engineers, fitters and apprentices by providing training and support on Mechanical systems and functionalities
• Involvement with maintaining Health and Safety rules and regulations and ensure all Safe Systems of Work are signed off and complied with leading towards a target of zero harm for personnel and contractors
• Continuous review of plant availability and performance, Identifying gaps, root causes and subsequent improvement activity with proposing economic ways to extend the life of plant equipment or increase the mean time between failures
• Monitor and coordinate condition predictors for all critical equipment, whether this is by NDT or Condition Monitoring systems
• Evaluate and improve the preventive maintenance job plans (from supplier’s recommendation if existing), create and update the corresponding inspection job plans, in coordination with the Engineering Planner
• Contribute to the analysis of failures and problems, implementing corrective actions, whilst leading RCA "Root Cause Analysis" interrogation for plant failures when required

The Ideal Candidate

The successful applicant in the role of Mechanical Project and SME Engineer will be instrumental in the future development and support of our culture to achieve the benefits available through development strategies. You will have experience working with hydraulic, pneumatics, mechanical gears and bearings, compressed air and associated plant ideally with manufacturing (QA and production), maintenance and operation, repair and site inspection experience.

Qualifications / Requirements / Capabilities:

• BEng or MEng in a role related discipline, or QBE (Qualified by Experience)
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical equipment combined with heavy industrial plant experience
• Technical experience of preventive, predictive and systematic maintenance – Databases, CMMS and Project Software

Why Us

In the role of Mechanical Project and SME Engineer we additionally offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits:

• Bonus scheme
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
• Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female Voice, and Menopause
• Training and development opportunities

Interested? Why not click here to find out more? Go on… are you ready to build your future?

Tarmac is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when this happens, we sometimes bring the published closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

@Tarmac #Tarmac #TarmacCareers #MechanicalEngineer #NDT #Hydraulics #Pneumatics #MechanicalEngineering

NEW ROLE with Tarmac !!!!

Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer or Electronics Engineer with experience in either the heavy engineering or manufacturing sector and looking for your next permanent role? Then read on as we may just have the role for you!

We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Project and SME Engineer to join the amazing team at our Linford Block Plant, which is located close to Stanford-le-Hope in Essex. This role is commutable from Maidstone, Chatham, Rochester, Gillingham, Hempstead, Sevenoaks, Orpington, Swanley, Dartford, Bromley, Tonbridge, Gravesend, Rainham, Swanley, Sittingbourne, Dunton Green and the surrounding areas.

Our Linford Plant manufactures sustainable, tough and energy efficient aerated blocks that we see all around us, whether this be in our homes or our work environments, you are never too far away from one of our products.

At Tarmac, ‘who you are’ matters. We want to get to know you. If you share our values and are proud of a job well done, collaborative in working well with others and ambitious to make things better. We are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.

Main Responsibilities

As our Electrical Project and SME Engineer, your key responsibilities will be executing a maintenance methodology to ensure that electrical equipment operates at the highest operational efficiency, whilst supporting the vision to implement World Class Maintenance in the Linford operation. You will work closely with the production and maintenance teams to troubleshoot issues, implement improvements, and ensure seamless operation of systems and project engineering work.

Your responsibilities as our Electrical Project and SME Engineer will include (not exhaustive):

• Lead and own the 1 year rolling, and 3 - 5 year improvement plan for the assets
• Implement Written Schemes of Examination, assess equipment condition and suitability for further service and report the outcome to business area to comply with legal requirements and business goals
• Recommend repairs and advise the Engineering and Projects Manager on the restoration of “fit for purpose” condition, accept repairs and assign inspection intervals to achieve legal compliance and business goals​
• Own and lead the implementation of a Risk Based Assessment programme for electrical systems equipment, ensuring compliance ​
• Provide electrical systems technical input in support of projects and plant modifications and projects to deliver legal compliance and business integrity requirements
• Ensure management of change practices are followed for all modifications, upgrades or project work to electrical related systems on site
• Power system fault detection and diagnoses methods using both online and offline methods, historical data and simulation modelling
• Conduct routine maintenance and updates to systems along with collaborating with production and engineering teams to improve system performance
• Have a proven track record of successful engineering operations, delivering CAPEX projects with an understanding of CDM regulations
• Promoting the maintenance management system, ensuring the application of maintenance procedures, methods and best practices
• Assisting the Engineering department in achieving its budget targets through the efficient use of materials and replacement parts
• Develop and improve the knowledge and skills of engineers, fitters and apprentices by providing training and support on electrical systems and functionalities
• Involvement with maintaining Health and Safety rules and regulations and ensure all Safe Systems of Work are signed off and complied with leading towards a target of zero harm for personnel and contractors
• Continuous review of plant availability and performance, Identifying gaps, root causes and subsequent improvement activity with proposing economic ways to extend the life of plant equipment or increase the mean time between failures
• Evaluate and improve the preventive maintenance job plans (from supplier’s recommendation if existing), create and update the corresponding inspection job plans, in coordination with the Engineering Planner
• Contribute to the analysis of failures and problems, implementing corrective actions, whilst leading RCA "Root Cause Analysis" interrogation for plant failures when required

The Ideal Candidate

The successful applicant in the role of Electrical Project and SME Engineer will be instrumental in the future development and support of our culture to achieve the benefits available through development strategies. You will have experience working with electrical systems, Siemens S5 & S7, Allen Bradley, Profinet and associated plant ideally with manufacturing (QA and production), maintenance and operation, repair and site inspection experience.

Qualifications / Requirements / Capabilities:

• BEng or MEng in a role related discipline, or QBE (Qualified by Experience)
• ESSENTIAL - 18th Edition
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical equipment combined with heavy industrial plant experience
• Technical experience of preventive, predictive and systematic maintenance – Databases, CMMS and Project Software

Why Us

In the role of Electrical Project and SME Engineer we additionally offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits:

• Bonus scheme
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
• Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female Voice, and Menopause
• Training and development opportunities

Interested? Why not click here to find out more? Go on… are you ready to build your future?

Tarmac is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when this happens, we sometimes bring the published closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

@Tarmac #Tarmac #TarmacCareers #ElectrialEngineer SiemensS5 #SiemensS7 #AllenBradley #ElectricalEngineering #ElectronicsEngineer #ElectronicsEngineering

A clinical independent Opticians based in a market town close to Maidstone, Kent, are looking for a full time Optometrist to join the team.

Optometrist - Role

• Modern independent practice
• Working alongside other experienced Optometrists
• Hospital quality eye examinations
• OCT
• Specialist clinics - Dry Eye, visual stress, complex contact lenses
• Relaxed 40 minute clinics
• Full time including Saturdays
• 9am to 6pm (5pm on a Sat)
• Salary between £55,000 to £65,000
• Professional fees covered

Optometrist - Requirements

• Fully qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC
• Excellent communication skills
• Enthusiastic
• Confident

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Rebecca Wood using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Basic Level. At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work. We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Interview Date: TBC

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust, Estates Capital Developments team. We are looking to appoint an individual who can demonstrate excellent day to day leadership and communications skills with a previous track record of successfully delivering a high standard of service provision and budgetary control.

This role reports to the Associate Director Capital Developments and contributes to the strategic planning of the Estates service for Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust. The successful candidate will plan, organise and develop Capital Developments within our Hospital.

The Senior Project Manager is a key role for the Trust, supporting the Associate Director of Capital Development in the delivery of the Trusts Capital Plan and Estates compliance.

The post includes the delivery of Capital schemes for all building and engineering matters associated with the Trust and with values from >£5k upwards to £20m. All such schemes will be implemented to agreed costs, timescales, and the required quality standards in order to deliver a modern efficient and sustainable Estates portfolio, which is compliant with all Estates and Facilities related Regulations, and to enable the ongoing and effective delivery of patient care.

The post holder will competently manage the provision of Building Improvement schemes through construction and engineering contractors and external specialist consultants and surveyors, to meet the requirements of the Trust Estates and Service strategies and the associated Capital and major revenue projects.

Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.

MTW is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England.


We provide a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in west Kent and East Sussex. We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff. We also provide specialist cancer services to around 2 million people across Kent and East Sussex via the Kent Oncology Centre.


In the 2024 NHS staff survey, our employees ranked MTW among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and the second-best Trust to work for in the South East.
Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.

Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Basic Level.

At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Interview Date: TBC


This advert closes on Friday 25 Oct 2024

The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert. We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job. At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve. Find out more about the community difference here. Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

We are looking for a Business Support Co-Ordinator to join our Transfer of Care team based in Maidstone.

Our team supports hospitals with getting patients home to recover after a stay in hospital.

We are comprised of nurses, social workers and support staff. You will play a key role in supporting the service in an administrative capacity.

You will oversee the efficient and effective delivery of our service.

You'll act as a primary point of contact between managers and a facilitator between our service and stakeholders.

You'll need to be an excellent communicator, organised and pro-active in your approach. Strong IT skills will definitely be a must and a willingness to support your colleagues when needed.

We're a strong believer in development and well-being. We always have opportunities for motivated individuals to develop in your career as well as employee benefits to support your well-being, such as flexible working patterns and the chance to buy annual leave.





Additional Working Pattern: 7.5 hours per day will include weekends

Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’ve got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values compassionate Aspirational Responsive Excellent

We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences

We ask for information about your protected characteristics on our application forms. This isn’t visible to anyone involved with shortlisting or interviewing you, except when you choose to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. Short listers will see two ticks alongside your application to ensure they apply the principles of the scheme to your submission

The data we collect helps us to ensure we are attracting diversity in our applicants, that all our colleagues have equitable access to career opportunities and supports us on our journey to being a Great Place to Work

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won’t involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We’ll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suits us both

See where you can go with KCHFT career pathways

The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.

Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.

We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.

At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.

Find out more about the community differencehere.

Good luck! We can’t wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.


This advert closes on Tuesday 8 Oct 2024

Senior Finance Business Partner
9 Month Contract (Potential for Perm)
£50,000 - £55,000 per annum
Remote role

Your new role

• Producing monthly management and service accounts together with other reports, within agreed timescales, seeking for increased efficiencies and investigating variances from budget, supplying full explanations thereof.
• Improving the impact, and understanding, of financial reporting on business performance.
• Providing analysis and delivering insight that assists managers in understanding services that are not recovering full costs of delivering the service, i.e. services in deficit.
• Providing effective commercial feedback, initiating change, to ensure key operational, commercial, and financial budgets are delivered
• Building partnerships and maintaining strong relationships with all senior managers and their teams.
• Supporting the production of the annual budget and monthly forecast exercise working closely with finance colleagues and managers across the organisation to ensure that the process runs smoothly to set deadlines

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA)
• Experience within a similar role
• Strong Business Partnering skills
• Good Excel, including Lookups, Pivot Tables, Logical functions

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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Associate Dentist Jobs in Maidstone, Kent. Huge private opportunity established list from a dentist with the practice for 10 years. Zest Dental Recruitment working in partnership with an established dental practice is seeking to recruit an Associate Dentist.

• Full or part-time Associate Dentist
• Maidstone, Kent
• 10-year established list with very high private potential in all areas of dentistry
• 10000 new houses built locally meaning an exceptional opportunity for further growth
• Up to 6500 UDA at £13 per unit, plus high private opportunity at 50%
• Five high-spec air-conditioned surgeries
• Superb equipment including digital x-ray and rotary endo
• Excellent professional development with CPD & sponsored education
• On-site parking
• Permanent position
• Reference: CL4037

This is a superb opportunity to acquire an established and well-maintained list from a departing colleague who has been with the practice for over 10 years. With this in mind, there is "huge private potential" in Clearcorrect/Invisalign, restorative and aesthetic dentistry.

Located in the busy town of Maidstone, this established dental practice offers five light and bright dental surgeries with air-conditioning, digital x-ray processing, and OPG, Rotary Endo, with a dedicated Dental Hygienist supported by a fantastic team of qualified adn experienced nurses. In addition to NHS, a full range of private treatments are available, with an excellent opportunity from the very receptive and growing patient base. This already busy practice benefits from exceptional further growth opportunities, owing to the 10000 new houses being built locally.

This is a high-quality, smart, and modern dental practice, with optimum patient care as its primary focus. They offer a superb practice environment, with excellent opportunities and support for professional development and with superb remuneration and an additional financial reward system to ensure you are fully valued for the work you do.

In addition, you will be afforded access to all materials and equipment you need, with digital x-ray and rotary endodontics as standard. This is a real career opportunity, where you will work with like-minded colleagues, providing a friendly clinic team with one goal of ensuring the best patient experience.

You will benefit from an experienced team in your clinic, really supporting you to deliver the high-quality care you want your patients to receive. The practice is managed effectively and efficiently with a focus on collaboration and operating as one team.

Successful candidates will be GDC registered dentists, have an active dentist performer number and have experience of providing NHS dental treatment in the UK.

For further information regarding this dentist position, confidential enquiries can be made by submitting your CV to ZEST Dental. All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

Contact: Caitlyn Lindley
Email:
Telephone: 0114 287 0351

Planner
Kent
£16ph
Repairs and Maintenance

Looking for someone to start immediately

You will have considerable experience in a similar role and display strong communication and people skills. Most importantly, will be your flexible and collaborative approach and your willingness to address challenges and get things done.

The role:

To co-ordinate and plan works for a social housing repairs and maintenance contract, supporting a Supervisor and the Operations Manager:

• Answer phone and email enquiries
• Update client's portals daily
• logging jobs on to our workforce software
• Chasing Operatives for updates
• Ordering materials for larger projects
• Book in repair appointments with residents and clients
• Chasing Operatives for updates
• Ordering materials for larger projects

Responsibilities:

• To act in a professional, friendly and polite manner at all times;
• To commit to learning about our resident and client's needs;
• To act promptly to enquiries and ensure orders are processed in line with deadlines.

Requirements:

The individual must be organised with good communication and computer skills. We are looking for someone who can work within a team but also use their own initiative to work on their own. Experience gained in a similar role within Social Housing is needed.

78944 - EHV Project Construction Engineer SAP

This EHV Project Engineer SAP will report to the Lead Field Engineer and will work within Capital Programme and be based onsite in Kent . You will be a permanent employee.

You will attract a salary of £76,229 plus car and a bonus of 3%

Close Date: 21/09/2024

We also provide the following additional benefits

• Annual Leave
• Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%)
• Tenancy Loan Deposit scheme
• Tax efficient benefits: cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Occupational Health support
• Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers products.
• Discounted access to sports and social clubs
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Job Purpose

• You will deliver the engineering activities within their allocated project team to undertake the delivery of Construction requirements relating to the UK Power Networks owned assets and associated infrastructure under the direction of the Construction Manager as part of the Investment Delivery team.
• You will work with and support the Project Managers, Commissioning Engineer's and other members of the Investment Delivery Management team in the delivery of Our goals and future budget identification and delivery.
• You will work with the Project Supervisors, electrical fitters and Contractors to undertake and complete the construction and delivery of a portfolio of projects.
• The Project Engineer will ensure delivery of Capital works Construction projects, Asset Portfolio Plan and Connections as directed by the Construction Manager, oversee the management of substation and cabling construction works. The position holder will work with team members to ensure safety management is maintained throughout all activities during the delivery of the engineering tasks following the UK Power Networks Stay Safe initiative.

Principal Accountabilities

• Delivery of the Construction programmes for the UK Power Networks owned assets operating at voltages through the range 400V to 132kV
• Work with the Project Managers to ensure that all programmes of work are delivered to time, budget and quality drivers
• Work with Project Supervisors and EHV fitters to ensure the delivery of all electrical engineering activities
• Help manage budgets relating to the construction delivery and meet ongoing goals
• As a team member work to ensure that UK Power Networks goals are achieved especially in Staff engagement and Client satisfaction
• Follow UK Power Networks Operations and Procedures
• Operate HV Distribution Protection Systems
• Test and Commission HV Distribution System
• Maintain the Control and Protection Systems
• Ensure compliance with CDM and UK Power Networks Health and Safety policies
• Develop site specific H,S & E procedures
• Compliance with UK Power Networks quality policies
• Operate and update Asset database in respect of project activities
• Responsible for both reactive and planned construction activities
• Perform fault investigation and repairs
• Modify equipment and drawings to ensure the efficient operation of the substations
• Ensure the compliance with the distribution safety rules during all activities
• Manage all contractors/staff working on site
• Undertake additional activities determined by the job level and competency

Responsibilities:

• Co-ordinate daily construction and maintenance activities with Client / Principal Contractor's ensuring programmes are met
• Obtain quotations from suppliers and raise Purchase Order request with Finance & Governance team
• Change Management - ensure early warning notices are brought to the attention of the Project Manager / Commercial Manager & Partners
• Provide technical support and act as appoint of reference for the Construction team
• When deputising for the Construction Manager deliver team briefings and give feed-back
• Identify potential project risks/opportunities (raise awareness within team/company)
• Proactively seek continuous improvement
• Work unsocial hours to respond to faults on system
• Assist the Construction Manager in the development of the ongoing Asset Portfolio Plan
• Represent UKPN at meetings with clients and contractors
• When undertaking engineering activities manage the team of employees and contractors for the delivery
• When undertaking engineering activities manage the compliance with all H&S procedures such as Putting People to Work and Distribution Safety Rules

Qualifications

Essential:

• Senior Authorised Person as defined by the Distribution Safety Rules - Preferable 132kV or 33kV however training will be provided to achieve this level of authorisation if authorised at 11kV.
• Experience in distribution systems through the range 400v to 132kV
• Educated to a minimum HNC level qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Working knowledge of distribution HV Systems
• Knowledge of Building Services Systems
• Read schematic drawings and understand content
• Work in different environments
• Identify problems, understand main issues and investigate alternatives
• Hold full driving licence
• Use Microsoft Office suite, Outlook, MS Project and other custom software packages

Desirable:

• A broad understanding of UK Power Networks directorates
• Travel around the Capital Programme's SPN portfolio of projects
• Have persuasive negotiating and influencing skills
• Ability to manage time and to meet deadlines
• To be skilful in decision-making
• Relevant Safety Qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH
• Knowledge of Construction Design and Management Regulations

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People Business Partner – London / South East

• Full-Time, Permanent
• Hybrid (3 days per week visiting sites or branches within assigned regions)
• Salary: Up to £53,000 per annum

We are seeking a pragmatic and commercially minded People Business Partner to join our team in leading the strategic and tactical delivery of the People plan to the business across assigned regions (London / South East).

As the business continues to work through a significant but exciting change programme, the People team is undergoing change of its own. Focused on efficiency and modernisation, the department has spent time ensuring foundations are in the right position to build from. Investment is being made into our systems, processes and people and it is an exciting time to join our dedicated team.

While regular travel is required to engage with the branch network, it’s not necessary to constantly cover the entire breadth of your regions. The primary focus should be on strategic in-branch engagement, building strong relationships with local teams, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Supporting in the delivery of the People Strategy
• Ensuring the delivery of pragmatic, commercial and people centric solutions
• Supporting and coaching managers on all things people
• Partnering leaders in the design, scope and delivery of large and complex people change
• Delivering key people initiatives across the broad people spectrum including workforce planning, organisational design, talent acquisition, talent management, reward and engagement
• Being data driven in both your questioning and decision making

This role is ideal for a candidate who:

• Has experience leading large-scale people change initiatives.
• Excels in stakeholder management and coaching.
• Thinks critically and commercially about people decisions.
• Has worked in large organizations, preferably with a branch or store network.
• Can influence and challenge decisions effectively.
• Leads and motivates teams through change.
• Is comfortable with frequent regional travel and visiting multiple locations on a regular basis.

What We Provide to you:

• Up to £53,000 per annum depending upon experience
• Car Allowance
• 25 days Holiday + Bank Holidays.
• Pension Scheme
• 3 months full sick pay
• Life Assurance

About Us

Dignity is one of the UK’s largest and most dynamic multi-site national businesses and we are embarking on an exciting transformation following a successful takeover and privatisation. With a robust network of 750 sites, we are committed to innovation, investment in technology, and enhancing operational standards. Our rich history since 1812 and our dedication to responsible business practices drive us to offer unparalleled choice and value to our customers. Join us at Dignity and be part of a forward-thinking team poised for significant growth and making a meaningful impact in our industry.

What are the next steps?

To apply for this position, please click the 'Apply' button to submit your application. A member of our Talent Acquisition Team will contact you shortly.

FCA Statement

Please note that this role is subject to meeting regulatory requirements. As an FCA-regulated organisation, we are committed to adopting the highest standards and we do this by employing individuals with the appropriate skills, experience and integrity to protect both the company and our clients. If you are considered for a role, you will be providing your permission for us to conduct the relevant checks and assessments that will be carried out during the recruitment and onboarding process. The nature of the checks will depend on whether the role is subject to the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR).

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Our Vision is to connect with our clients, colleagues, company and communities based on our principles whilst celebrating our differences.
We aim to empower leaders and colleagues to seek out and understand new voices and perspectives; to be vocal about inequity and exclusion, and to take decisive, informed and bold action to promote inclusion and belonging.

Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.

We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.

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What skills and experience we're looking for

Characteristics

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification
• Relevant qualification in Marketing, Public Relations or Computing.

Personal Qualities

• Capacity for hard work with a proactive approach, along with high expectations of self and students
• Ability to communicate clearly in person, electronically or by telephone
• Ability to be persuasive and persistent in pursuit of goals
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise own workload
• Flexible and open minded approach to completion of work
• Confident in event management eg speaking to groups people
• Ability to work to deadlines with excellent time management
• Willingness and desire to learn and use new technologies
• Genuine interest and passion in developing Computer Science in schools
• Willingness to work flexible hours as and when required.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to think outside the box with a logical approach to problem solving
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• Ability to create campaigns using both traditional methods and on social media
• Advanced skills in a wide range of IT technologies including cloud based services such as GSuite for Education and an ability to design promotional materials.

Experience and Training

• Extensive experience of working in a customer focussed, service driven environment
• Experience of successfully delivering projects
• Experience of marketing a project or experience
• Willingness to complete appropriate training and professional development.

What the school offers its staff

Maidstone Grammar School for Girls is a very successful selective girls’ school of 1250 students with a mixed sixth form of approximately 340. MGGS has been appointed by the Department for Education as a Regional Computer Hub in recognition of the expertise the school has evidenced in Computing Education and will take a lead in training teachers across the south east in the delivery of Computing. The post offers the opportunity to work with intellectually able young people in a supportive and friendly environment. Staff benefits include strong support for professional development and healthcare scheme.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our School and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Project Engineer

Have you got experience as a Project Engineer? Do you have experience within the water treatment industry? If so then read below for the job details.

Role: Project Engineer

Pay Rate: £380 - £430

Location: Maidstone

Contract: Freelance

Start Date: ASAP

Randstad Contact: Lewis Weir

Responsibilities:

• Ensure project costs don't go over budget.
• Make sure all application payments are dealt with before the due date.
• Ensuring all monthly reviews and forecasts are completed and submitted on time
• Maintaining all client relationships on all levels.
• Assist in strategy with the project manager.
• Establish and maintain the contract filling system.
• Monitoring subcontractor performance.
• Ensure confidentiality is ensured and take the steps to verify that.
• Complete the capitalisation process.
• Ensure designs are developed which are safe to construct, commission, operate and maintain.
• Liaise with site management on design and procedure issues.

Qualifications:

• CSCS
• Health and safety
• C&G or equivalent qualification
• Engineering HNC Minimum

If this sounds like something you'd be interested in then get in contact using the information below.

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.

Project Engineer

Are you experienced as a Project Engineer within the water treatment industry? Are you in need of work? If so, read the position below!

Reporting directly to the project manager and assisting the project / Construction manager in coordinating, design and procedure strategy. Ensuring information has been issued on time to enable the construction phase.

• Role: Project Engineer
• Location: Maidstone
• Pay Rate: £380 - £430
• Contract: Freelance
• 1 Year Minimum
• Randstad contact: Lewis Weir

Role Responsibilities:

• Ensuring all project costs do not exceed the limit.
• Maintain client relationships at all levels.
• Maintain project management strategy.
• Monitor subcontractor performance.
• Provide data for the timely production of O&M manuals.
• Evaluate initiative solutions and processes.
• Ensuring all health and safety requirements are met and followed.
• Establish and maintain contract filling systems.
• Ensure monthly reviews and forecasts are completed and submitted in a timely manner.#

Qualifications:

• CDM and health and safety knowledge
• HNC required
• Water treatment experience
• First aid
• CSCS

If this is something you'd be interested in doing them get in touch using the contact details below!

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.