Total 595 job vacancies in Bacup, Lancashire, OL13 0TG

NEW MOTOR TRADE JOB
HGV Technician, Preston
Salary: £20 - £21.60 per hour + benefits

Are you a qualified HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Commercial Technician looking for a new opportunity?

Do you have previous experience of working with HGVs, ideally, in the workshop environment as a HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Commercial Technician?

My client is looking for an experienced HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Commercial Technician to join their depot in Preston on a full-time permanent basis.

They are offering both dayshift and nightshift. Working either 4 on and 4 off, 42 hours per week. Or nights @ 45.25 hours per week.

This client is offering a £2500 joining bonus after you have passed your probationary period.

Send your CV today!

As an HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Commercial Technician , you will:
• Performing major and minor repairs to heavy goods vehicles, trailers and other vehicles
• Performing regular inspection and general preventive maintenance services such as tyre rotation and oil changes
• Maintaining inventory in the workshop and cleanliness from oil spills and dust
• Working with repair teams to help diagnose and plan repairs for the vehicles
• Maintaining records of vehicles that have been repaired or handled
• Providing repair services to clients on the road in case of emergencies
• Completing relevant documentation and paperwork as required and providing warranty claims or escalating them to higher management

This role will be a great fit for you if:

• Industry qualifications achieved to a minimum of Level 3 Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or mechanical engineering (all modules completed) – Heavy Vehicle Qualification
• Previous working experience as an HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Commercial Technician with a strong technical background
• You are confident using technology

To apply for this HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Commercial Technician role, please get in touch with Katy at YOLO Recruitment.

Welcome to GOLDSTAR CHEFS, the UK's main recruitment hub for International themed establishments seeking high calibre international hospitality professionals from around the world as well as within UK.

The UK is probably the world's biggest and most advanced global cuisine market and an attractive job market for International Chefs and Hospitality Managers. As a reputed hospitality recruiter (and government-authorised migration specialist), we enable talented professionals like you to be hired in UK's diverse hospitality industry sectors.

We represent stable, reputed, and principled employers who abide by high standards of employment practices and ethics. A Goldstar Chefs associated employer offers a higher salary, long-term stability, professional growth, and exceptional employee care and well-being.

The position is being offered by multi award winning group of Gastropubs, who already have a massive portfolio of diverse hospitality establishments. each location has its own personality and menu but with food and drink at its heart and soul which has been recognised by various awards and accolades.

Are you a creative and passionate Chef with outstanding skills? Are you ready for a new lifetime opportunity to do AMAZING work? Are you ready to discover a brighter, more rewarding and prosperous future for you and your family in UK? Then take a look!

• Position : Specialist Continental Chef De Partie
• Employer : Highly renowned Pub themed restaurant group
• Location: Preston
• Gross OTE salary package : circa £34,000 + (incl.share of serv. chge +
targeted bonus)
• Weekly working hours / days 48 hours / 5 days
• Benefits & Entitlements: 28 days paid holiday (pro rata) incentives,
employer’s workplace pension, employee care and wellbeing support + more

Your role involves skilful preparation of complex Continental dishes and specialties specific to the regional theme of the establishment and its menus. You will be responsible for a series of kitchen operational duties commensurate with job role, and also be engaged in training and supervising of Commi Chefs and other junior kitchen staff.

To qualify for selection you must have the following minimum requirements: -

• Eligibility to live and work in UK
• Experience in the preparation of authentic high quality Continental dishes &
Specialities
• Technical knowledge of ingredient quality, sourcing, measuring & formulation
• Industrial training in a world renowned culinary/hospitality institute
• Previous experience of at least 3 years in this role + min 3 years of prior
experience in escalating job roles
• Relevant Health & Safety credentials and knowledge of HACCP protocols
• Resident within commutable distance of up to one hour

In addition you should also be:-

• Performance, achievement and results driven
• Have an eye for detail
• Able to work well with others
• Creative energetic and passionate about delivering culinary excellence
• A hardworking, fastidious and conscientious individual
• Sound health and fitness
• FAST PACED AND BE ABLE TO WORK AT SPEED AND UNDER PRESSURE

Boost your chances of being shortlisted by sending a video demo of your skills, photos of dishes you specialize in and /or have created, Instagram link (if avail.) menus you have worked on, plus any commendations and references to hand.

This vacancy is open to worldwide as well as UK candidates.

Important note :

UK applicants - Prospective employers may ask for proof of right to work in UK (eg, passport copy or other eligible evidence) to be sent by email or post before calling you for on site interview. If you cannot or will not provide in advance your application may be rejected. You must produce evidence in original form at time of interview.

Overseas applicants - Kindly note relevant fees/charges relating to UKVI Skilled Worker Sponsorship are borne by you (incl.travel to UK) (employer pays relevant UKVI sponsor fees). If you are eligible for the post and agree to the aforementioned in principle, we will send you full details and related costs of UK employment and visa formalities

GOOD NEWS - UKVI Skilled Workers visa leads to eligibility for settlement in UK after 5 years. Plus your spouse/family can also enter and reside with you on dependent visa whilst in UK. Please note aforementioned is accordance with UKVI Skilled Workers immigration rules at time of posting this ad.

Please note Goldstar Chefs do NOT ask for upfront payment for shortlisting your CV for this vacancy.

DUE TO EXPECTED VOLUME OF RESPONSES WE ARE UNABLE TO DEAL WITH PHONE INQUIRIES SO PLEASE DO NOT CALL, WE WILL CONTACT YOU IF SHORTLISTED

Goldstar Chefs are a nationwide recruitment organisation serving the UK's hospitality industry. We are also a UK government (OISC) regulated immigration adviser with specialist expertise in dealing with UKVI Skilled Workers sponsorship formalities for both employees and employers. Goldstar Chefs are a Corporate Member of The Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC).

Job Title: Anti-Social Behaviour Officer
Employer: Service Care Solutions on behalf of West Lancashire Council
Location: Skelmersdale
Pay Rate: £15.86 per hour

Job Overview:

Service Care Solutions is assisting West Lancashire Council in recruiting an Anti-Social Behaviour Officer to join the Tenancy Services Team in Skelmersdale. In this role, you will be responsible for investigating and resolving cases of anti-social behaviour (ASB) among council tenants and leaseholders. You will collaborate with relevant agencies, providing intensive support to residents and implementing action plans according to the Council's policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Case Investigation and Resolution: Investigate ASB cases, working closely with tenants, leaseholders, and relevant agencies to effectively resolve issues.
• Action Planning: Create and implement action plans and risk assessments tailored to individual cases.
• Legal Actions and Documentation: Coordinate with the Council's Legal Team to prepare warnings, Notices, Acceptable Behavioural Contracts, and Injunctions.
• Resident Visits: Conduct field visits to assess situations, offer support, and collect evidence as needed.
• Court Representation: Prepare cases for court, attend hearings as a witness, and provide support to other witnesses.
• Community Cohesion: Contribute to the Council's community-focused approach, fostering pride and cohesion among residents.

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years' experience managing anti-social behaviour cases within a social housing context.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of housing issues and ASB legislation.
• Interpersonal Skills: Experience in working with vulnerable individuals or those with complex needs; skilled in managing conflicts and disputes.
• Fieldwork: Ability to conduct extensive fieldwork, including home visits and joint visits with partner agencies.
• Education: 5 GCSEs at grade C or above.
• Other Requirements: A valid driver's license is essential. Familiarity with the QL Housing Management System is preferred.

Benefits:

This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community, working with a committed team to improve resident welfare and neighbourhood safety.
If you meet these qualifications and are interested in supporting anti-social behaviour management in West Lancashire, please contact Lewis Ashcroft at Service Care Solutions at Lewis.Ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk to apply.

The University of Central Lancashire wishes to recruit a Finance Operations Manager (Payroll, Pensions & Travel) as part the Financial Operations team in Financial Services. This will be part of the Financial Operations Management team which includes Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Banking & Treasury and responsibility for all financial and transactional operations, activities and systems.

The successful candidate will have significant experience of team management and managing workloads, activities and completing tasks to required deadlines. Substantial knowledge and experience of managing multiple payroll and pensions activities and routines is required alongside a detailed knowledge of all current legislation. The role will also manage the coordination of all business travel arrangements for individual, group and complex itineraries including all associated payments and expenses. Candidates should also have experience of working with third party agencies and in-depth knowledge of best practices across the payroll, pensions and travel industries.

This is a varied and exciting role which requires a hands on approach to support all areas of the team and wider Financial Operations objectives. The successful candidate will need to hold the CIPP Diploma in Payroll Management and preferably be AAT qualified or hold an equivalent business or finance field such as Chartered Institute of Credit Management. Candidates will also need to have five GCSEs or equivalent at Grade C/Grade 4 (or equivalent) including English and Maths. A customer service qualification or project management skills are also desirable for this role. Extensive experience and use of Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint are also required.

Utilising excellent organisational and decision making skills, the successful applicant will be able to multitask, be flexible and adaptable in their approach, be able to work under pressure, use their knowledge and skills to influence, challenge and implement changes and engage with the wide range of internal and external customers using a range of communication skills and approaches. Applicants must be able to promote adherence to controls and compliance in respect of financial policies and procedures.

Joining our friendly and welcoming team, we are looking for a confident and positive team manager with excellent communication skills who will provide our staff, suppliers, students and customers with outstanding customer service.

Core opening hours are 9.00am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday, with some flexible working available including some hybrid working. The University benefits including a generous annual leave package for all staff, option to join the nominated pension scheme and a range of other benefits. Please contact Nicholas Brierley, Head of Financial Operations for any informal discussions or further details.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our website at Safeguarding

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.

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Your new company
Join a large, dynamic finance department that is dedicated to enhancing financial reporting activities. This company, based in Blackburn, offers a fantastic opportunity for a skilled finance professional to manage the statutory audit process and contribute to continuous improvement projects within the finance function.

Your new role
As the Finance Manager for Audit, you will play a vital role in managing the statutory audit process, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and transparency. Your responsibilities will include leading the statutory external audit process, managing audit task trackers, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and implementing robust internal controls. You will also be involved in various continuous improvement projects aimed at enhancing internal controls, balance sheet reconciliations, local statutory accounts, month-end processes, and financial reporting practices.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will hold a finance qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), with experience working in an Audit role, with no previous experience within industry required. You will need strong organisational and project management skills, excellent communication abilities, and a deep knowledge of financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls. You should have a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive a salary up to £57K, plus a bonus and generous benefits. You will work full-time onsite at modern offices in Blackburn, and will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive environment that values continuous improvement and professional development. You will be part of a team that is committed to maintaining high standards of financial integrity and compliance, with opportunities to make a significant impact on the finance function. There is the chance with this role to influence the direction your career will move into within the wider finance team as you progress, whether into the Group finance function, or a more commercial focused role, for example.

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.
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SEN TA - Blackburn:

Prospero Teaching are looking for a SEN TA to join the team in a lovely primary school near Blackburn. This is a full time position to start in January. The successful candidate will have previous experience supporting children with SEN in small groups.

Responsibilities:
- Leading small groups on learning activities
- Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to track progress
- Preparing resources and establishing learning areas.

Position Details:
- Location: Blackburn
- Position: SEN TA
- Hours: 8:20am-3:20pm
- Full time/part time: Full time only
- Type of work: Temporary
- Start date: Jan 2025
- End date: Ongoing
- Minimum rate of pay: £90 per day depending on experience

Experience, Training & Qualifications:
- Up to date Safeguarding certificate within the last year (desirable but training can be provided)
- Team Teach qualification would be highly desired
- Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification would be highly desirable

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

Hold right to work in the UK

Hold and enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application

Provide two professional child related references

OTHER

If you would like to be considered for any primary teaching roles, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy.

Prospero Teaching is able to provide successful candidates:
- Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
- In-house Training and Development Team

SEN 1-1 Teaching Assistant - Blackburn:

Prospero Teaching are looking for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils on a 1-1 basis with challenging behaviour. You will be supporting pupils at a lovely primary school near Blackburn.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment both inside and outside the classroom. For this role, you will need previous experience supporting pupils with SEN, in particular challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities:
- Delivering personalised support to a pupil who is displaying challenging behaviour to promote a positive learning experience.
- Employing effective behaviour management strategies to help children navigate emotions.
- Keeping accurate records of students behaviour, communicating regularly with the classroom teacher and SENCO.

Position Details:
- Location: Blackburn
- Position: 1-1 Teaching Assistant
- Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm
- Type of work: Temporary
- Full time/part time: Full time only
- Start date: January 2025
- End date: Ongoing
- Minimum rate of pay: £90 per day depending on experience

Experience, Qualifications & Training:
- Previous experience supporting children with challenging behaviour
- Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification or equivalent
- Team Teach Qualification would be highly desirable
- Up to date Safeguarding training within the last year (desirable but training can be provided)

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

Hold right to work in the UK

Hold and enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application

Provide two professional child related references

OTHER

If you would like to be considered for any primary teaching roles, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy.

Prospero Teaching is able to provide successful candidates:
- Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
- In-house Training and Development Team

Primary Teaching Assistant - Blackburn:

Prospero Teaching are looking for a Teaching Assistant to work in an excellent primary school near Blackburn, supporting the teacher. The successful candidate will have a strong background supporting children in a school setting, and be prepared to take on extra responsibilities, including leading interventions.

Responsibilities:
- Encouraging positive behaviour and learning
- Preparing resources and establishing learning areas
- Supporting students in small groups or on 1-1 basis

Position Details-
- Role: Teaching Assistant
- Hours: 8:20am-3:20pm
- Type of work: Temporary
- Start date: Jan 2025
- End date: Ongoing
- Location: Blackburn
- Minimum rate of pay: £95 per day dependant on experience

Experience, Training and Qualifications-
- Teaching Assistant experience or an equivalent qualification is required
- Up to date Safeguarding training in the last year (desirable but training can be provided if necessary)

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
- Hold Right to Work in the UK
- Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
- Provide two professional child related references

OTHER

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy.

Prospero Teaching can offer the successful candidate:
- Accredited continued professional development courses including behaviour management.
- In-house Training and Development Team

If this role is of interest to you, click 'Apply Now'.

DBS DIT provides digital capability that supports corporate services across the Ministry of Defence, including Finance, Commercial, Payroll and Human Resources for Military Personnel, Civilian Personnel and Veterans.

Cyber Security Assessors are responsible for independent assessment of Delivery Teams’ adherence to Secure by Design and relevant risk and security policies and standards. They coordinate between Delivery Teams dealing with similar security challenges to optimise solutions and minimise duplication of effort. They are responsible for consistent, coherent advice and support to relevant capabilities. They identify, understand and mitigate cyber-related risks. They provide risk or service owners with advice to help them make well informed risk-based decisions.

As Cyber security Assessor within the DBS Cyber Team you will manage all day to day IT Security and System Information Assurance, and, applying Secure by Design, ensure that security is embedded in all stages of the application development life cycle, and that there is continuous monitoring through use. You will also advise on and test the efficacy of measures to build security into continuous integration and deployment with specific responsibilities for the day to day IT security for multiple Military and Civilian HR systems and Finance systems.

The role will require you to demonstrate a talent for solving complex problems and for effective communication at all levels. You will be able to advise on complex risk balance decisions, propose innovative solutions and to explain MOD’s security policy, governance and technology controls to non-IT/security experts. Senior Responsible Owners and Project Leads will rely on your expertise to ensure they have an accurate understanding of through-life cyber security risks, so they can make informed decisions. Projects may involve complex technical and security challenges and you will need a good understanding of technical controls and policy (JSP 440; JSP 604/453)

The Key Responsibilities are:

• Lead the embedment of Secure by Design (SbD) principles into application development by providing advice and internal consultancy on highly complex criteria and contexts for multiple systems.
• Manage system accreditation transition to SbD
• Lead multi-team assessment of application resilience throughout the DBS IT estate, reviewing regular application security reports, holding accountability and responsibility for secure design implementation;
• supporting delivery of main gate assurance of all projects and changes; ensuring compliance with Information Assurance Policy and Security Principles
• Lead and assure processes, and provide specialist advice though leadership on tooling and dynamic and static analysis in the product development life cycle.
• Lead Delivery Team Security Leads (previously Security Assurance Co-ordinator (SACs)) alongside senior decision makers to embed secure development life cycle and security awareness.

As a Principal Cyber Security Risk Manager, you will:


• Conduct cyber security risk assessments
• Implement continuous risk management; Lead and undertake risk management activities against the hardest or more novel scenarios, while applying the fundamental principles of risk management to a range of complex scenarios and lead regulatory or legislative compliance activities.
• Guide and direct specialist activities or others, actively promoting development in the applicable skills, providing leadership and sharing best practice widely across government, the public sector, and industry.
• Lead the analysis and derivation of complex security needs.
• Lead Cyber Security related risk assessments and other expert risk management activities, including providing guidance on establishing the organisation’s Cyber Security related governance arrangements.
• Provide guidance to ensure on-going confidence that fundamental organisational security needs have been met, including integrating a range of assurance approaches and techniques to give continued confidence to the risk, service or system owner.
• Shape leadership decision-making through
o Effective reporting and communication regarding the effectiveness of security processes across an organisation
o Providing recommendations to highly complex problems
o Acting as an SME for complex cyber risk management concerns, issues and problems

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Job title: Senior Quantity Surveyor
Job Type: Contract
Start date: ASAP - Subject to clearance
Duration: 12 months
Location: Preston

Hours of work: 40 hours Monday-Friday
Applicants must have experience of the following:
- Able to gain SC clearance
- Highly regulated industry experience
- Commercial experience
- Understanding of cost recording software and systems
- Experience of Cost Reimbursable Contracts
- BSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent
- Knowledge of CEMAR
Role information:

- Provide commercial aid with he delivery of contracted work
- Provide accurate and timely commercial reports
- Ensure the contract achieves the required commercial targets
- Monitor cost reports to ensure accuracy and appropriateness of cost and records
- Maximise the value derived from the incurred cost
- Manage risk and opportunities during contract delivery
- Provide expertise on risk and opportunities regarding tenders

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

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.
We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

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

Deputy Home Manager
Salary: £46,000 - £48,000 per annum
Location: Poulton-le-Fylde
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm (Supernumerary Hours)

Are you an experienced and compassionate nurse looking for a leadership role where you can make a real difference? Time Recruitment is excited to work with a prestigious care provider to recruit a Deputy Home Manager for their stunning, purpose-built home in Poulton-le-Fylde.

This luxury care home offers high-quality nursing and dementia care in a warm, welcoming environment. As Deputy Home Manager, you'll work closely with a dedicated team to deliver outstanding care and support the Home Manager in maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence.

Why You'll Love This Role:
Competitive Salary of up to £48,000
Work-Life Balance with a Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm schedule
Career Development with continuous training and progression opportunities
Fantastic Benefits: Paid DBS & NMC renewals, free onsite parking, uniform, and retail discounts
A Supportive, Close-Knit Team that values your leadership and expertise

What We're Looking For:
NMC Pin (RGN/RMN/RNLD)
A minimum of 1 year's experience as a Clinical Lead or Deputy Home Manager
Experience in nursing and dementia care, with a strong understanding of care planning and clinical governance
A compassionate, person-centred approach to leadership
If you're ready to lead a dedicated team and make a meaningful impact in a beautiful, well-supported home, we want to hear from you!

Apply today or contact Jack at Time Recruitment for more information.

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

We have a new and exciting opportunity for you to work on behalf of a well-established company as a full time Counterbalance Driver based in Preston PR2 9ZD.

**We are looking for experienced and confident Counterbalance Drivers**

Your pay rate as a Counterbalance Driver:

Day shift: £12.00 per hour

Typical hours as a Counterbalance Driver:

You will be working Monday to Friday from either 06:00 until 14:00 or 14:00 until 22:00.

Your role as an Counterbalance Driver:

As an FLT Counterbalance Driver, you will be

• Moving stock into the right areas within the warehouse
• Operating counterbalance forklifts
• Loading and unloading vehicles
• Other general duties may be required

What we are looking for in a successful candidate:

• Must hold MHE license
• Must have experience driving a counterbalance vehicle

Location: Preston PR2 9ZD

Challenge-trg Recruitment has partnered up with the Company Shop, which will enable our staff and colleagues the opportunity to access their membership scheme free of charge. You can gain access to discounted food at up to 70% off the recommended retail price.

We are a Flexible Pay Employer that offers Wagestream. The money management app lets you choose when to get paid, put money aside each month, get discounts on your shopping, check your benefits entitlement, and much more.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) in all our employment practices to all employees, temporary workers, and applicants for employment without regard to age, gender reassignment, married or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.

Apply now to become a full time Counterbalance Driver!

Challenge TRG is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Head of IT Service Management Preston(Warton)Hybrid working £75k-£85k+ Excellent Benefits

My client are a multinational aerospace, defence and information security company.

What you'll be doing:

• Define and implement a comprehensive IT service management strategy aligned with business goals
• Lead and manage a team of service management professionals, including service desk, incident, problem, service design, and transition specialists
• Oversee service operations, ensuring efficient incident and problem resolution, high service availability, and user satisfaction
• Select, implement, and manage IT service management tools to optimise processes and workflows
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the maturity and effectiveness of service management practices
• Establish and maintain service level agreements (SLAs) with internal and external stakeholders
• Provide expert guidance and recommendations on service management best practices to product teams as they design, build, and implement new or updated products to the IT environment

Your skills and experiences:

• Proven experience in IT service management, ideally with a recognised certification (ITIL, ITSM, SIAM)
• Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging technologies in IT service management
• Strategic thinking: Aligning IT service management with business goals
• Leadership: Building and motivating a high-performing service management team
• IT Service Management (ITSM) and Service Integration and Management (SIAM) knowledge
• Deep understanding of frameworks like ITIL and ITSM best practices
• IT and business stakeholders engagement and management

For an immediate interview please send your cv to Peter Bibby on the email address below...

Prestigious opportunity for an IT Infrastructure Engineer with a Global highly acclaimed Retail organisation based in Blackburn. With sites across the UK and Europe, following a period of significant growth and investment, we are seeking an IT Infrastructure Engineer to join our success story.

As one of our IT Infrastructure Engineers you will be responsible for:-

• Working with the Infrastructure Manager to ensure changes are planned and implemented in a structured and assured way.
• Testing of the Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery plans.
• Infrastructure incident management and resolution.
• Actioning any alerts generated by the monitoring systems in a timely manner
• Supporting the IT Service Desk function.
• Proactively seeking opportunities from across the organisation to improve the infrastructure.
• Documenting common practice, process flow diagrams and maintaining the knowledge base.

If you possess a combination of some of the following skills, then LETS TALK!

• Active Directory Administration.
• Office 365 / Exchange online
• Hypervisor technologies (Hyper-V, AHV or equivalent).
• Networking knowledge (LAN, IPv4, DNS, DHCP, Firewalls, Managed Switches, VLANs).
• PowerShell or any other scripting language or automation methodology.
• Windows Server (2008-2019).
• Windows (7, 10).
• Veeam Backup - desired but not essential.
• Linux/Unix administration experience - desired but not essential

In return, you will be rewarded with ongoing career development and training in addition to an enviable team environment, and an extensive benefits package!

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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Your new company
An exciting global convenience retail organisation, are looking to recruit an VAT assistant Manager to join their in house tax team at their head office in Blackburn on either a full time or part time basis. The company operates filling stations, convenience stores, and food service outlets throughout Europe and is based in the UK. It is a well-established, highly respected organisation who are looking to bring in someone experienced in VAT and management to help their fast paced group.

Your new role
As a VAT Assistant Manager in the tax team, you will report to the VAT Director and support the VAT Managers. Your responsibilities will include preparing and submitting VAT returns and EC Sales Lists (ECSLs) for specific territories, which involves collaborating with country finance teams to enhance processes and data accuracy. Additionally, you will provide ad-hoc support to the VAT Director on various non-compliance Indirect Tax matters.

Key Accountabilities:
* Preparing and submitting VAT returns, EC Sales Lists and Intrastat returns.
* Performing reconciliations and assisting in VAT audits.
* Building and maintaining relationships with key finance personnel across the business.
* Working with finance teams to improve processes.


What you'll need to succeed
* VAT technical knowledge and experience of preparing and submitting VAT returns.
* Intermediate/advanced Excel skills
* Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
* Ability to adapt and respond to changing priorities
* Accuracy and attention to detail
* Characteristics such as integrity, trust, professionalism, initiative, discretion, team work
* Tax technical qualifications, working knowledge of SAP and VAT reporting tools is desirable

What you'll get in return
* Salary would be £45k - £50k
* Standard 10% bonus
* In office work, with the option to work from home once a week
* This role offers a diverse range of tax experience within a truly international and dynamic business, providing an excellent opportunity to enhance your tax knowledge.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 contact William Loring on 0161 237 3388 or email: If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position in Tax or Treasury, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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