Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park
Balloch, West Dunbartonshire
ICT Infrastructure Engineer (M365)
Salary : £33,622 - £40,473 per annum
Contract: Permanent - Full Time, we are happy to talk part-time and flexible working
Location: Balloch – with hybrid working model in place
Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful and scenic landscapes in the world?
Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park covers over 720 square miles of Scotland’s finest countryside which welcomes over 4 million visitors each year. From the stunning sea lochs and rugged coastline through the majestic glens and breath-taking Loch, Scotland’s first National Park truly is a magical place to live or visit and an incredible place to work.
The role:
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced ICT Infrastructure Engineer to join our small, dedicated team providing ICT support services for Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park. This is a rare opportunity to join a fast paced and high performing organisation at a truly exciting time for the Information Services team as we expand our use of Microsoft 365, look towards full Cloud adoption and being planning on our new Digital Strategy.
An experienced professional, with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, you will have a proven track record in supporting, developing, and securing M365, Azure and Cloud based platforms, from user and app management to compliance and governance aspects as well as on site infrastructure (such as networking equipment, Microsoft Server, and VMware virtual environments)
As someone who has a background in both Microsoft 365 and Azure and on-premise technologies, you will understand how to organise and prioritise a varied workload to meet deadlines all while being confident, credible, proactive, and creative when driving quality improvement and good practice.
Responsibilities:
Provide administration and support of secure and efficient IT, telephony, data, and intranet systems, which support the business needs of the organisation, including M365, server 2016-19, networking, ICT Helpdesk (end-user support), cyber security, ongoing maintenance, system development and business continuity.
Lead the planning, implementation, administration, and development of the organisations M365 tenancy and applications.
Support the development & implementation of new technologies by advising on design concepts & changes, implementation strategies & deployment timelines.
Contribute with modern thinking regarding Infrastructure technologies to assist in the digitalization of the business.
Undertake defined support activities including performing Scheduled Maintenance (controlled upgrades and fixes), testing, problem diagnosis and Root-cause Analysis, resolving subsequent issues within agreed parameters.
Provide advice and information on matters relating to Information Services systems and software, and ICT\GIS team service delivery, and support the effective monitoring of all such systems and services.
Contribute to developing and supporting awareness initiatives, including training and the production of user guides, to promote more effective, efficient, and sustainable use of the organisation’s Information Services resources.
Assist with the provision of effective Information Services administration by maintaining key documents and records such as Asset Registers, Network Diagrams, Technical procedures, and configuration documents.
Document technical procedures and routines and assist in the production and publication of all Information Services service standards and make recommendations for policy or action.
Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade as required.
Who we are looking for:
Your skills, abilities and experience should include:
Demonstrable relevant experience of working in a similar role
Experience of developing and supporting M365, including Azure AD, Teams, Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, Intune, Autopilot and O365 Apps
Experience of developing and supporting M365 Power Platform services, such as Power BI and Power Automate.
Demonstrable technical ability
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
The ability to adapt and to learn new skills and technologies
A recognised computing or other relevant qualification at Degree level or equivalent, or equivalent relevant experience
Ideally, but not essential, you’ll also have:
Experience of Microsoft Azure Infrastructure as a service
Strong knowledge of security solutions including firewalls, antivirus, intrusion detection, network monitoring and MDM systems
Strong knowledge and understanding of M365
Strong knowledge and understanding of Active Directory and Group policy
Relevant Microsoft Qualifications
Who we are and our values:
We offer flexible and remote working, with a generous pension scheme and annual leave allowance. Staff have access to wellbeing services and there is a strong focus on wellbeing throughout the organisation.
Being part of Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park Authority means being passionate about what you do, working hard to inspire and lead the way for others. We care about each other and are accessible and friendly treating each other with respect and understanding, we think about our planet with each decision we make. Together, we are the difference.
Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park Authority are proud to celebrate difference. Diversity of experience is vital in our success we want our business to be representative to the communities we work alongside. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applicants from a wide range of individuals, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, gender identity and expression, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
Closing date: 3 January 2024.
Interview dates are set for: w/c 15 January 2024.
Dec 07, 2023
Full time
ICT Infrastructure Engineer (M365)
Salary : £33,622 - £40,473 per annum
Contract: Permanent - Full Time, we are happy to talk part-time and flexible working
Location: Balloch – with hybrid working model in place
Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful and scenic landscapes in the world?
Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park covers over 720 square miles of Scotland’s finest countryside which welcomes over 4 million visitors each year. From the stunning sea lochs and rugged coastline through the majestic glens and breath-taking Loch, Scotland’s first National Park truly is a magical place to live or visit and an incredible place to work.
The role:
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced ICT Infrastructure Engineer to join our small, dedicated team providing ICT support services for Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park. This is a rare opportunity to join a fast paced and high performing organisation at a truly exciting time for the Information Services team as we expand our use of Microsoft 365, look towards full Cloud adoption and being planning on our new Digital Strategy.
An experienced professional, with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, you will have a proven track record in supporting, developing, and securing M365, Azure and Cloud based platforms, from user and app management to compliance and governance aspects as well as on site infrastructure (such as networking equipment, Microsoft Server, and VMware virtual environments)
As someone who has a background in both Microsoft 365 and Azure and on-premise technologies, you will understand how to organise and prioritise a varied workload to meet deadlines all while being confident, credible, proactive, and creative when driving quality improvement and good practice.
Responsibilities:
Provide administration and support of secure and efficient IT, telephony, data, and intranet systems, which support the business needs of the organisation, including M365, server 2016-19, networking, ICT Helpdesk (end-user support), cyber security, ongoing maintenance, system development and business continuity.
Lead the planning, implementation, administration, and development of the organisations M365 tenancy and applications.
Support the development & implementation of new technologies by advising on design concepts & changes, implementation strategies & deployment timelines.
Contribute with modern thinking regarding Infrastructure technologies to assist in the digitalization of the business.
Undertake defined support activities including performing Scheduled Maintenance (controlled upgrades and fixes), testing, problem diagnosis and Root-cause Analysis, resolving subsequent issues within agreed parameters.
Provide advice and information on matters relating to Information Services systems and software, and ICT\GIS team service delivery, and support the effective monitoring of all such systems and services.
Contribute to developing and supporting awareness initiatives, including training and the production of user guides, to promote more effective, efficient, and sustainable use of the organisation’s Information Services resources.
Assist with the provision of effective Information Services administration by maintaining key documents and records such as Asset Registers, Network Diagrams, Technical procedures, and configuration documents.
Document technical procedures and routines and assist in the production and publication of all Information Services service standards and make recommendations for policy or action.
Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade as required.
Who we are looking for:
Your skills, abilities and experience should include:
Demonstrable relevant experience of working in a similar role
Experience of developing and supporting M365, including Azure AD, Teams, Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, Intune, Autopilot and O365 Apps
Experience of developing and supporting M365 Power Platform services, such as Power BI and Power Automate.
Demonstrable technical ability
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
The ability to adapt and to learn new skills and technologies
A recognised computing or other relevant qualification at Degree level or equivalent, or equivalent relevant experience
Ideally, but not essential, you’ll also have:
Experience of Microsoft Azure Infrastructure as a service
Strong knowledge of security solutions including firewalls, antivirus, intrusion detection, network monitoring and MDM systems
Strong knowledge and understanding of M365
Strong knowledge and understanding of Active Directory and Group policy
Relevant Microsoft Qualifications
Who we are and our values:
We offer flexible and remote working, with a generous pension scheme and annual leave allowance. Staff have access to wellbeing services and there is a strong focus on wellbeing throughout the organisation.
Being part of Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park Authority means being passionate about what you do, working hard to inspire and lead the way for others. We care about each other and are accessible and friendly treating each other with respect and understanding, we think about our planet with each decision we make. Together, we are the difference.
Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park Authority are proud to celebrate difference. Diversity of experience is vital in our success we want our business to be representative to the communities we work alongside. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applicants from a wide range of individuals, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, gender identity and expression, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
Closing date: 3 January 2024.
Interview dates are set for: w/c 15 January 2024.
This is a key leadership role within the IT and Change function, responsible for overall operation and governance of the IT department and reporting directly to the group IT Director.
You will be responsible for defining policy, process and working practices and for ensuring an effective IT Support service to the Group.
A full-time post, working 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday. Remote working, but occasional requirement to attend a site office.
Responsibilities include:
IT Service Delivery
Establishing, configuring and providing adoption assurance for service tooling
Oversight and co-ordination of incidents and requests on behalf of engineers within each subsidiary
Build relationships with senior leaderships within Group companies
Providing service reporting to senor leadership within each business
Delivery of Key IT Processes, in line with ISO27001 and ITIL, including:
Incident and Major Incident
Change Control
Access Control
Disaster Recovery Test Scheduling and Reporting
Service Desk Management
Information Security Audit
Capacity management
Vulnerability Management
Asset Management and SAM
Knowledgebase Management
Chairs the Businesses Monthly Governance meetings
Liaises with Group and subsidiary compliance teams to enable ongoing review of controls
Delivers the Group IT Risk Treatment Plan, updated the IT risk Register accordingly
Governance of MS Teams and SharePoint
Manages Vendors and Suppliers in line with the Group Supplier policy
Profile: Skills, experience, education
Skills
Strong technical awareness without being an expert
Excellent verbal, written, organisational communication skills
Strong background in ISO27001 and ITIL
Service leadership
Able to lead and mentor others who are not direct reports
Able to build relationships and engage with senior stakeholders
Customer service oriented
Knowledge of DR techniques and technologies
Strong awareness and experience of implementing IT Service management tools
Experience
5 years (or able to demonstrate excellent experience) of managing an IT Operation / Service Desk
Experience of working in a multi subsidiary business desirable
Experience of working within regulated industries preferred
Qualifications – Essential
Degree or equivalent
ITIL V4 Foundation
Qualifications – Desirable
ITIL V4 Create, Deliver, Support
ISO27001 Auditor
Formal training in people leadership
Role conditional on passing employee vetting process which includes a 5 year employment reference check, 3 year financial probity and basic criminal disclosure check.
We offer an unrivalled benefits package including flexible working arrangements, enhanced maternity & paternity, private medical insurance, medical cash plan, company sick pay, 5% matched pension, up to 27 days paid holiday (subject to length of service increments) plus bank holidays on top and option to top up by 5 days per year through our flexible leave scheme.
Kuro Health actively promotes equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from a wide range of candidates with the right mix of talent, skills and potential.
Sep 08, 2023
Full time
This is a key leadership role within the IT and Change function, responsible for overall operation and governance of the IT department and reporting directly to the group IT Director.
You will be responsible for defining policy, process and working practices and for ensuring an effective IT Support service to the Group.
A full-time post, working 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday. Remote working, but occasional requirement to attend a site office.
Responsibilities include:
IT Service Delivery
Establishing, configuring and providing adoption assurance for service tooling
Oversight and co-ordination of incidents and requests on behalf of engineers within each subsidiary
Build relationships with senior leaderships within Group companies
Providing service reporting to senor leadership within each business
Delivery of Key IT Processes, in line with ISO27001 and ITIL, including:
Incident and Major Incident
Change Control
Access Control
Disaster Recovery Test Scheduling and Reporting
Service Desk Management
Information Security Audit
Capacity management
Vulnerability Management
Asset Management and SAM
Knowledgebase Management
Chairs the Businesses Monthly Governance meetings
Liaises with Group and subsidiary compliance teams to enable ongoing review of controls
Delivers the Group IT Risk Treatment Plan, updated the IT risk Register accordingly
Governance of MS Teams and SharePoint
Manages Vendors and Suppliers in line with the Group Supplier policy
Profile: Skills, experience, education
Skills
Strong technical awareness without being an expert
Excellent verbal, written, organisational communication skills
Strong background in ISO27001 and ITIL
Service leadership
Able to lead and mentor others who are not direct reports
Able to build relationships and engage with senior stakeholders
Customer service oriented
Knowledge of DR techniques and technologies
Strong awareness and experience of implementing IT Service management tools
Experience
5 years (or able to demonstrate excellent experience) of managing an IT Operation / Service Desk
Experience of working in a multi subsidiary business desirable
Experience of working within regulated industries preferred
Qualifications – Essential
Degree or equivalent
ITIL V4 Foundation
Qualifications – Desirable
ITIL V4 Create, Deliver, Support
ISO27001 Auditor
Formal training in people leadership
Role conditional on passing employee vetting process which includes a 5 year employment reference check, 3 year financial probity and basic criminal disclosure check.
We offer an unrivalled benefits package including flexible working arrangements, enhanced maternity & paternity, private medical insurance, medical cash plan, company sick pay, 5% matched pension, up to 27 days paid holiday (subject to length of service increments) plus bank holidays on top and option to top up by 5 days per year through our flexible leave scheme.
Kuro Health actively promotes equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from a wide range of candidates with the right mix of talent, skills and potential.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you passionate about protecting Cyber Security?
Do you want to make a real difference in the fight against cybercrime in local government?
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community?
If so, we want you to join our team!
We seek a highly motivated and experienced Cyber Security & Networks Manager to join our team. Stevenage Borough Council are a leading local authority in Cyber Security in the UK and pilot cyber security standards for The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC). This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of Cyber Security in the public sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of cyber security principles and associated technology risk management. They will also have experience in managing and leading a team of IT professionals.
Accountable for Cyber security, you will identify and ensure the security of the council’s IT Applications and Digital Solutions. You will lead in evaluating new and existing projects, software and hardware products, and vendors, including examining vendor contracts and terms of service. You will support teams across the council to develop their understanding of security cyber risks. You will manage a small team of two Senior Network and Security Engineers
You will take the lead on cyber security and network for the Shared IT service, which supports over 1,000 users across Stevenage Borough Council and East Herts District Council and will put in place controls over security systems, such as firewalls, data protection controls, patching, encryption, vulnerability scanning and penetration testing.
You will be responsible for achieving compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus, Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) and Public Sector Network (PSN) and related government frameworks, including those of the National Cyber Security Centre, the Information Commissioners Office (ICO)
ABOUT YOU
The successful candidate will have
Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and make sound decisions in emergency situations while empathising with customers and responding sympathetically to
Extensive knowledge of all IT security aspects, including audit response, oversight, and scrutiny, ICO responses, Information Governance, Information Assurance, IT Asset Management policies, Quality Assurance, Test Strategies, PSN and PCI and other relevant compliance frameworks, Disaster recovery and Business continuity
Extensive experience working as part of a multidiscipline ICT team in a complex organisation, ideally a local authority.
OUR BENEFITS
Pension Scheme: We offer a career average pension scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pensions for dependants
Flexible working: available upon request, subject to operational requirements
Part-time and job share opportunities - all our full time vacancies are open to job share unless otherwise stated
A variety of different types of paid leave covering emergency and planned leave, maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave
25 days holiday rising to 31 days (depending on Local Government service)
An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family, and relationship issues
Discounted health and fitness membership
Trade Unions: For a small fee, all employees have the opportunity to join a Trade Union
HOW TO APPLY
All applications must be made on online - please visit https://bit.ly/45Yo0Ke
For an informal discussion about this role please contact
Name Matt Canterford
Job Title Assistant Director and Chief Technology Officer
Phone Number 07706 349657
Email matt.canterford@stevenage.gov.uk
Closing date for receipt of applications : 26 June 2023
Interviews will be held the week commencing: 3 July 2023
Please note that if we receive a large volume of applications for this role, we reserve the right to close this vacancy ahead of the published closing date
Stevenage Borough Council (SBC) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, volunteers and recruitment candidates to share this commitment. SBC shall take all reasonable steps to employ staff who are safe to work with children, young people and vulnerable adults. For posts identified with regular contact with these groups applicants will be required to undertake a Value Based Interview. The council supports the legislative requirements for employing and maintaining safer staff and the guidance specified by Hertfordshire Safeguarding Adults Board
Stevenage Borough Council is committed to Equal Opportunities for All. For further information please click https://www.stevenage.gov.uk/about-the-council/jobs-and-careers/equal-opportunities
Jun 05, 2023
Full time
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you passionate about protecting Cyber Security?
Do you want to make a real difference in the fight against cybercrime in local government?
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community?
If so, we want you to join our team!
We seek a highly motivated and experienced Cyber Security & Networks Manager to join our team. Stevenage Borough Council are a leading local authority in Cyber Security in the UK and pilot cyber security standards for The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC). This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of Cyber Security in the public sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of cyber security principles and associated technology risk management. They will also have experience in managing and leading a team of IT professionals.
Accountable for Cyber security, you will identify and ensure the security of the council’s IT Applications and Digital Solutions. You will lead in evaluating new and existing projects, software and hardware products, and vendors, including examining vendor contracts and terms of service. You will support teams across the council to develop their understanding of security cyber risks. You will manage a small team of two Senior Network and Security Engineers
You will take the lead on cyber security and network for the Shared IT service, which supports over 1,000 users across Stevenage Borough Council and East Herts District Council and will put in place controls over security systems, such as firewalls, data protection controls, patching, encryption, vulnerability scanning and penetration testing.
You will be responsible for achieving compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus, Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) and Public Sector Network (PSN) and related government frameworks, including those of the National Cyber Security Centre, the Information Commissioners Office (ICO)
ABOUT YOU
The successful candidate will have
Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and make sound decisions in emergency situations while empathising with customers and responding sympathetically to
Extensive knowledge of all IT security aspects, including audit response, oversight, and scrutiny, ICO responses, Information Governance, Information Assurance, IT Asset Management policies, Quality Assurance, Test Strategies, PSN and PCI and other relevant compliance frameworks, Disaster recovery and Business continuity
Extensive experience working as part of a multidiscipline ICT team in a complex organisation, ideally a local authority.
OUR BENEFITS
Pension Scheme: We offer a career average pension scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pensions for dependants
Flexible working: available upon request, subject to operational requirements
Part-time and job share opportunities - all our full time vacancies are open to job share unless otherwise stated
A variety of different types of paid leave covering emergency and planned leave, maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave
25 days holiday rising to 31 days (depending on Local Government service)
An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family, and relationship issues
Discounted health and fitness membership
Trade Unions: For a small fee, all employees have the opportunity to join a Trade Union
HOW TO APPLY
All applications must be made on online - please visit https://bit.ly/45Yo0Ke
For an informal discussion about this role please contact
Name Matt Canterford
Job Title Assistant Director and Chief Technology Officer
Phone Number 07706 349657
Email matt.canterford@stevenage.gov.uk
Closing date for receipt of applications : 26 June 2023
Interviews will be held the week commencing: 3 July 2023
Please note that if we receive a large volume of applications for this role, we reserve the right to close this vacancy ahead of the published closing date
Stevenage Borough Council (SBC) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, volunteers and recruitment candidates to share this commitment. SBC shall take all reasonable steps to employ staff who are safe to work with children, young people and vulnerable adults. For posts identified with regular contact with these groups applicants will be required to undertake a Value Based Interview. The council supports the legislative requirements for employing and maintaining safer staff and the guidance specified by Hertfordshire Safeguarding Adults Board
Stevenage Borough Council is committed to Equal Opportunities for All. For further information please click https://www.stevenage.gov.uk/about-the-council/jobs-and-careers/equal-opportunities
ERP Support Desk Analyst
Based in our Skipton, UK office
Are you looking for your next opportunity in an ERP role? Do you already have skills in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central?
MBP Solutions is experiencing a period of exciting growth, and we’re moving our ERP system to Business Central. This has created an opportunity for an ERP Administrator, ideally with Business Central experience, to work on our digitisation projects and provide helpdesk support for our growing international business. This role will provide 1st and 2nd line support to the business, as well as working closely with our gold partners to manage any escalated 3rd line support tickets and follow these through to completion. Ideally you will have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and/or previous Navision versions. Change management is a key aspect of the role, and the successful candidate will work with the business and process owners to define requirements, functional test and assist with any acceptance testing. Business Central is our core business system, and this role will be involved with a range of integration projects with third party applications as well as workflow/process development.
About us
At MBP Solutions, we believe passionately in the importance and benefit of being a ‘purpose-driven enterprise’. Having a strong and clear sense of purpose, setting out where we want to get to in the
future and explaining what we value most in terms of how we all want to work together is an essential part of our growth plan.
Founded in 1999, we specialise in adding value to biological by-products through our unique know-how regarding product applications, sustainability, sales and marketing, legal compliance and supply chain management. With a focus on the utilisation of the resources in biological by-products, MBP Solutions has developed a unique concept called OMBP (Outsourced Management of By-Products) 360ᵒ solutions
where by-products and wastes from more than 40 different factories in Europe, North America, Asia and Africa are managed in a sustainable
We have in place a set of strong and very simple messages that are built on everything that MBP Solutions has done to date. These statements are a reference point and reminder for all of us in MBP Solutions about how we want to work together, where we are heading and how we will get there:
We work together for a more sustainable world by helping industries reduce their impact on the
We turn one industry’s by-product into another industry’s raw material by partnering with them
to optimise resource use and generate added value.
We are global experts in by-products and their application, including supply chain management, international sales and marketing, legal compliance and
We want to be globally recognised as the go-to partner for industries who want to handle by-products in a sustainable and responsible way.
As employers, we work in a truly multi-national way, local to our customers but as a team across all the countries in which we operate. With offices in Europe, Asia and North America, we offer a collaborative, friendly and smart-working culture with a focus on innovation and delivering real value for our customers.
Your main tasks will be:
Business Central/Continia/Jet helpdesk function – dealing with internal queries relating to system use and potential bugs, escalating to gold partners when needed.
Working with the business to create functional requirements and user
Functional testing of enhancements completed by gold
Ensure that data owners are following best practice with regular reporting to highlight
Manage our master data and deal with requests for changes
Create training documents for administrative processes and system
Complete the onboarding/offboarding and training of new
Manage and maintain security roles and
Ensure preparedness for Microsoft updates, evaluate how this may affect MBP and provide a summary of key points and actions. Take actions as direction and prepare communications to wider company on changes or updates.
Review and analyse the current state of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and develop strategies for improving or further leveraging existing
Write news articles relating to Business Central and be the champion of the product.
We are looking for someone with the following essential experience or qualifications (please only apply if you can demonstrate your experience, by providing on the job or education examples):
A bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant IT
As a minimum, two years of experience configuring, maintaining, documenting and supporting a company’s ERP, with a preference for working experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or Dynamics NAV. Knowledge of other ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle will also be
General understanding of accounting and operations processes with logistics and sales process experience an
Knowledge of data management such as importing from spreadsheets and using data
Understanding of relational databases.
Advanced Microsoft Office 365 skills including SharePoint, Power Automate
Experience using Continia Document Capture and Jet Analytics (preferred, not required).
Experience of building relationships across all levels and areas of the business along with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
Written and verbal English language skills at business
Essential demonstrable Skills/Profile we are looking for:
Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Ability to work well on own initiative, presenting ideas
Strong analytical skills
Structured, methodical and well-organised
Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines
Enthusiasm and self-motivation, with a proactive approach to all tasks
Team player who contributes to our collaborative culture
High attention to detail with evidenced problem-solving skills
A positive approach to change
Why work for us?
Sustainability has been part of our ideological backbone since the beginning, as our organisation captures and delivers value in economic, environmental and social terms.
Our business brings to life the concepts of industrial ecology and circular economy by materialising the idea that the co-stream of one industry can be used as a key resource by another.
Our technical expertise, market knowledge and legal understanding help to promote the optimal and efficient use of natural resources, reduce waste and toxic emissions, reduce operating costs and generate new revenue. As a result, we improve the environmental, economic and social performance of our suppliers and customers, with whom we work together to enable the recycling and recovery of residual resources. MBP has several sustainability and quality certifications and works actively with LEAN.
We offer:
A competitive salary
Working for an international company dedicated to sustainability, the environment and natural resources
Free parking
Our UK office is based on the Broughton Hall Estate in Skipton, where you are surrounded by the natural beauty of the Yorkshire Dales
A friendly, professional and nurturing culture, dedicated to engagement and retention
Flexibility with hybrid working (up to 3 days a week from home) after a suitable period of review
Training opportunities with a focus on professional development
Occasional international travel to other MBP offices (role dependent)
For more information about MBP or the position, please visit www.mbpsolutions.com
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Sep 15, 2022
Full time
ERP Support Desk Analyst
Based in our Skipton, UK office
Are you looking for your next opportunity in an ERP role? Do you already have skills in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central?
MBP Solutions is experiencing a period of exciting growth, and we’re moving our ERP system to Business Central. This has created an opportunity for an ERP Administrator, ideally with Business Central experience, to work on our digitisation projects and provide helpdesk support for our growing international business. This role will provide 1st and 2nd line support to the business, as well as working closely with our gold partners to manage any escalated 3rd line support tickets and follow these through to completion. Ideally you will have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and/or previous Navision versions. Change management is a key aspect of the role, and the successful candidate will work with the business and process owners to define requirements, functional test and assist with any acceptance testing. Business Central is our core business system, and this role will be involved with a range of integration projects with third party applications as well as workflow/process development.
About us
At MBP Solutions, we believe passionately in the importance and benefit of being a ‘purpose-driven enterprise’. Having a strong and clear sense of purpose, setting out where we want to get to in the
future and explaining what we value most in terms of how we all want to work together is an essential part of our growth plan.
Founded in 1999, we specialise in adding value to biological by-products through our unique know-how regarding product applications, sustainability, sales and marketing, legal compliance and supply chain management. With a focus on the utilisation of the resources in biological by-products, MBP Solutions has developed a unique concept called OMBP (Outsourced Management of By-Products) 360ᵒ solutions
where by-products and wastes from more than 40 different factories in Europe, North America, Asia and Africa are managed in a sustainable
We have in place a set of strong and very simple messages that are built on everything that MBP Solutions has done to date. These statements are a reference point and reminder for all of us in MBP Solutions about how we want to work together, where we are heading and how we will get there:
We work together for a more sustainable world by helping industries reduce their impact on the
We turn one industry’s by-product into another industry’s raw material by partnering with them
to optimise resource use and generate added value.
We are global experts in by-products and their application, including supply chain management, international sales and marketing, legal compliance and
We want to be globally recognised as the go-to partner for industries who want to handle by-products in a sustainable and responsible way.
As employers, we work in a truly multi-national way, local to our customers but as a team across all the countries in which we operate. With offices in Europe, Asia and North America, we offer a collaborative, friendly and smart-working culture with a focus on innovation and delivering real value for our customers.
Your main tasks will be:
Business Central/Continia/Jet helpdesk function – dealing with internal queries relating to system use and potential bugs, escalating to gold partners when needed.
Working with the business to create functional requirements and user
Functional testing of enhancements completed by gold
Ensure that data owners are following best practice with regular reporting to highlight
Manage our master data and deal with requests for changes
Create training documents for administrative processes and system
Complete the onboarding/offboarding and training of new
Manage and maintain security roles and
Ensure preparedness for Microsoft updates, evaluate how this may affect MBP and provide a summary of key points and actions. Take actions as direction and prepare communications to wider company on changes or updates.
Review and analyse the current state of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and develop strategies for improving or further leveraging existing
Write news articles relating to Business Central and be the champion of the product.
We are looking for someone with the following essential experience or qualifications (please only apply if you can demonstrate your experience, by providing on the job or education examples):
A bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant IT
As a minimum, two years of experience configuring, maintaining, documenting and supporting a company’s ERP, with a preference for working experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or Dynamics NAV. Knowledge of other ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle will also be
General understanding of accounting and operations processes with logistics and sales process experience an
Knowledge of data management such as importing from spreadsheets and using data
Understanding of relational databases.
Advanced Microsoft Office 365 skills including SharePoint, Power Automate
Experience using Continia Document Capture and Jet Analytics (preferred, not required).
Experience of building relationships across all levels and areas of the business along with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
Written and verbal English language skills at business
Essential demonstrable Skills/Profile we are looking for:
Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Ability to work well on own initiative, presenting ideas
Strong analytical skills
Structured, methodical and well-organised
Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines
Enthusiasm and self-motivation, with a proactive approach to all tasks
Team player who contributes to our collaborative culture
High attention to detail with evidenced problem-solving skills
A positive approach to change
Why work for us?
Sustainability has been part of our ideological backbone since the beginning, as our organisation captures and delivers value in economic, environmental and social terms.
Our business brings to life the concepts of industrial ecology and circular economy by materialising the idea that the co-stream of one industry can be used as a key resource by another.
Our technical expertise, market knowledge and legal understanding help to promote the optimal and efficient use of natural resources, reduce waste and toxic emissions, reduce operating costs and generate new revenue. As a result, we improve the environmental, economic and social performance of our suppliers and customers, with whom we work together to enable the recycling and recovery of residual resources. MBP has several sustainability and quality certifications and works actively with LEAN.
We offer:
A competitive salary
Working for an international company dedicated to sustainability, the environment and natural resources
Free parking
Our UK office is based on the Broughton Hall Estate in Skipton, where you are surrounded by the natural beauty of the Yorkshire Dales
A friendly, professional and nurturing culture, dedicated to engagement and retention
Flexibility with hybrid working (up to 3 days a week from home) after a suitable period of review
Training opportunities with a focus on professional development
Occasional international travel to other MBP offices (role dependent)
For more information about MBP or the position, please visit www.mbpsolutions.com
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Growing events platform is seeking an experienced web developer to join a London-based team. Our mission is to grow and develop a web-based family events platform and ticketing service.
Hybrid work arrangements are offered between our North London office and work from home. Visa sponsorship can be offered.
Required Experience:
5+ years software development experience
Comfortable with custom-coding a variety of web applications
Knowledge and experience of all stages of web development from ideation to deployment
Accustomed to creating testing systems and quality checks
Good communication skills and able to work in a team
Fluent level of English language is necessary
Good Use of:
Backend: PHP, MySQL, MVC, JavaScript
Frontend: Vue or React, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, JQuery
Database: MySQL
Other: GIT
Optional: experience with Docker, GCP, AWS, Python, React Native, Scrum (or other agile methodologies), TDD/BDD would be a bonus
Key Responsibilities:
Ensuring the smooth running of the events platform
Optimizing for fast page-loading speeds and reliable performance
Planning and architecting the development of a number of new features
Delivering projects to agreed deadlines, in good quality
Creating tests and testing code of new features
Problem-solving any issues with the site, including diagnosing and correcting any bugs
You would be working under a Team Lead in a small team of web developers, and a designer. The right candidate should be based in/around London, UK and able to commute to North London for office-based work two days a week.
Sep 03, 2022
Full time
Growing events platform is seeking an experienced web developer to join a London-based team. Our mission is to grow and develop a web-based family events platform and ticketing service.
Hybrid work arrangements are offered between our North London office and work from home. Visa sponsorship can be offered.
Required Experience:
5+ years software development experience
Comfortable with custom-coding a variety of web applications
Knowledge and experience of all stages of web development from ideation to deployment
Accustomed to creating testing systems and quality checks
Good communication skills and able to work in a team
Fluent level of English language is necessary
Good Use of:
Backend: PHP, MySQL, MVC, JavaScript
Frontend: Vue or React, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, JQuery
Database: MySQL
Other: GIT
Optional: experience with Docker, GCP, AWS, Python, React Native, Scrum (or other agile methodologies), TDD/BDD would be a bonus
Key Responsibilities:
Ensuring the smooth running of the events platform
Optimizing for fast page-loading speeds and reliable performance
Planning and architecting the development of a number of new features
Delivering projects to agreed deadlines, in good quality
Creating tests and testing code of new features
Problem-solving any issues with the site, including diagnosing and correcting any bugs
You would be working under a Team Lead in a small team of web developers, and a designer. The right candidate should be based in/around London, UK and able to commute to North London for office-based work two days a week.
About Sparta Global Embark on a transformative career journey with Sparta Global, where diversity, innovation, and passion for technology converge. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, offering not just jobs, but dynamic careers in the tech industry. You'll work alongside enthusiastic professionals, receiving top-tier training and mentorship to hone your skills for success in both public and private sectors. Our commitment to designing impactful careers and coaching future leaders is evident in our over 10 prestigious awards in Learning & Development and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. As a Top 20 Employer for Social Mobility and a proud B-Corp certified organisation, we're not just advancing careers; we're fostering a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech landscape. Join us in shaping the future of technology - where your growth is our mission, and your success, our pride. Apply now to be part of our award-winning team at Sparta Global.? About this role You will work closely with other developers, product managers, designers, business analysts and testers to constantly create, maintain and modify systems to meet the demands of the business and their stakeholders. You will not only design and write well-formed, readable code but you'll be well-versed in standard practices such as Test-Driven Development and Behaviour-Driven Development and understand how you can work efficiently within agile continuous integration and continuous development (CI/CD) pipelines for your software delivery process.? You will creatively solve complex problems during dynamic and meaningful projects. Discover, research and learn new technologies to stay up to date with the latest trends in the industry. We're not expecting you to have the proficiencies right away - that's where our award-winning Academy comes in. We are the experts in building skills and confidence in a fun and supportive environment that will not only challenge you but also develop your specialist capabilities ready to work on our clients' projects. What we're looking for. To be successful for this role you will demonstrate a level of ability in C#, Java or similar. You will be passionate about technology and eager to learn programme development to an advanced level. We're seeking candidates who can exemplify our values:? Empathy and Diversity: Integrity, respect, and a commitment to inclusivity.? Drive: A goal-oriented mindset with pride in exceeding targets. Collaboration: A team-focused approach, fostering positive relationships.? Innovation: Curiosity, creativity, and openness to diverse ideas. Flexibility: Adaptability and composure in the face of change.? As a national organisation with clients across the UK, we require all candidates to have the flexibility and willingness to relocate post training for deployment to client site. Remote working cannot be guaranteed. You must have eligibility to work in the UK for the duration of your contract with Sparta Global (British or Irish Citizenship, EU Settled Status, or Permanent Visa Holder). We do not offer visa sponsorships or accept Graduate or PSW Visas due to time limitations. Why you should apply: Our environment is designed to nurture your talents and skills, your hard work and progress are not just appreciated - they're tangibly rewarded. We conduct performance-based reviews every six months, offering you the chance to increase your earning potential twice a year. This regular appraisal system is our way of ensuring that your efforts and achievements are consistently recognised and rewarded.? We also provide:? 20 days annual leave + bank holidays.? An extra day off for your birthday.? Pension.? Eye care.? Death in service cover. Cycle to work scheme.? Season ticket loan.? Employee assistance program. Yearly budget for personal development.? Access to alumni and community networks.? Opportunities to be brand ambassadors.? Being employed by Sparta Global is an investment in your future that pays dividends along the way. We give you breadth of experience and skills, along with increasing opportunities to develop further and earn more. No two career paths look the same at Sparta. Our Recruitment Process:? Begin your journey by applying online and our team will review your application. If you pass our initial screening, you'll be invited to complete our online assessments and first stage interview. If successful, the final stage is a competency-based interview, here you'll have the opportunity to impress us with your ability to communicate effectively and exhibit behavioural competencies through relevant examples. We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate a collaborative spirit and a growth mindset.? The Talent Team will be there to support and answer any questions you have. You can also visit our YouTube channel to gain valuable insights and expert advice on virtual interviews, strategies to manage nerves, and tips on nonverbal communication. We look forward to receiving your application - good luck!?
May 18, 2024
Full time
About Sparta Global Embark on a transformative career journey with Sparta Global, where diversity, innovation, and passion for technology converge. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, offering not just jobs, but dynamic careers in the tech industry. You'll work alongside enthusiastic professionals, receiving top-tier training and mentorship to hone your skills for success in both public and private sectors. Our commitment to designing impactful careers and coaching future leaders is evident in our over 10 prestigious awards in Learning & Development and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. As a Top 20 Employer for Social Mobility and a proud B-Corp certified organisation, we're not just advancing careers; we're fostering a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech landscape. Join us in shaping the future of technology - where your growth is our mission, and your success, our pride. Apply now to be part of our award-winning team at Sparta Global.? About this role You will work closely with other developers, product managers, designers, business analysts and testers to constantly create, maintain and modify systems to meet the demands of the business and their stakeholders. You will not only design and write well-formed, readable code but you'll be well-versed in standard practices such as Test-Driven Development and Behaviour-Driven Development and understand how you can work efficiently within agile continuous integration and continuous development (CI/CD) pipelines for your software delivery process.? You will creatively solve complex problems during dynamic and meaningful projects. Discover, research and learn new technologies to stay up to date with the latest trends in the industry. We're not expecting you to have the proficiencies right away - that's where our award-winning Academy comes in. We are the experts in building skills and confidence in a fun and supportive environment that will not only challenge you but also develop your specialist capabilities ready to work on our clients' projects. What we're looking for. To be successful for this role you will demonstrate a level of ability in C#, Java or similar. You will be passionate about technology and eager to learn programme development to an advanced level. We're seeking candidates who can exemplify our values:? Empathy and Diversity: Integrity, respect, and a commitment to inclusivity.? Drive: A goal-oriented mindset with pride in exceeding targets. Collaboration: A team-focused approach, fostering positive relationships.? Innovation: Curiosity, creativity, and openness to diverse ideas. Flexibility: Adaptability and composure in the face of change.? As a national organisation with clients across the UK, we require all candidates to have the flexibility and willingness to relocate post training for deployment to client site. Remote working cannot be guaranteed. You must have eligibility to work in the UK for the duration of your contract with Sparta Global (British or Irish Citizenship, EU Settled Status, or Permanent Visa Holder). We do not offer visa sponsorships or accept Graduate or PSW Visas due to time limitations. Why you should apply: Our environment is designed to nurture your talents and skills, your hard work and progress are not just appreciated - they're tangibly rewarded. We conduct performance-based reviews every six months, offering you the chance to increase your earning potential twice a year. This regular appraisal system is our way of ensuring that your efforts and achievements are consistently recognised and rewarded.? We also provide:? 20 days annual leave + bank holidays.? An extra day off for your birthday.? Pension.? Eye care.? Death in service cover. Cycle to work scheme.? Season ticket loan.? Employee assistance program. Yearly budget for personal development.? Access to alumni and community networks.? Opportunities to be brand ambassadors.? Being employed by Sparta Global is an investment in your future that pays dividends along the way. We give you breadth of experience and skills, along with increasing opportunities to develop further and earn more. No two career paths look the same at Sparta. Our Recruitment Process:? Begin your journey by applying online and our team will review your application. If you pass our initial screening, you'll be invited to complete our online assessments and first stage interview. If successful, the final stage is a competency-based interview, here you'll have the opportunity to impress us with your ability to communicate effectively and exhibit behavioural competencies through relevant examples. We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate a collaborative spirit and a growth mindset.? The Talent Team will be there to support and answer any questions you have. You can also visit our YouTube channel to gain valuable insights and expert advice on virtual interviews, strategies to manage nerves, and tips on nonverbal communication. We look forward to receiving your application - good luck!?
React Native Developer On behalf of our growing client based in Manchester, we are recruiting a talented React Native Developer. As React Native Developer, you will work on a greenfield project, where you will shape and define the future of our clients' mobile apps while sharing your experience with the rest of the team. The React Native Developer will be responsible for: Take responsibility for the entire lifecycle of delivery from idea to operation Understand and maintain software quality for features built (Test Driven Development, Pairing, Peer Review) Understand and maintain good engineering practices Support the product owner and technical lead in the provisioning of estimates that are at an appropriate level of fidelity for the phase in the development lifecycle Make realistic commitments that you are confident of meeting and strive to do so Support the BA in the elaboration of requirements Support the QA in identifying, describing, and resolving defects Exhibit cross-functional behaviour and support other competencies within your product team The React Native Developer will have the following: You will be confident in delivering secure, high-quality React Native applications commercially. Proficient with ES5 & ES6 & Typescript Expert with different layouts and the ability to develop complex UI with design standards. Working knowledge of consuming third-party APIs and parsing JSON. You will have experience in delivering software in a test-driven style (TDD) and be familiar with appropriate automation testing processes. You will understand the benefits of simple design and are familiar with software design patterns and be pragmatic in their implementation. You will be experienced with agile ways of working and lean-agile principles You will be experienced in sharing your knowledge with other members of the development team. Benefits Remote-first flexible working, with occasional site visits for collaborative and social activities Generous holiday allowance with an extra day off on your birthday Pension and annual salary review Regular remote instructor-led fitness and wellbeing classes How to Apply if you're interested in this Job: If this sounds like your perfect role, click Apply without delay! React Native Developer
May 18, 2024
Full time
React Native Developer On behalf of our growing client based in Manchester, we are recruiting a talented React Native Developer. As React Native Developer, you will work on a greenfield project, where you will shape and define the future of our clients' mobile apps while sharing your experience with the rest of the team. The React Native Developer will be responsible for: Take responsibility for the entire lifecycle of delivery from idea to operation Understand and maintain software quality for features built (Test Driven Development, Pairing, Peer Review) Understand and maintain good engineering practices Support the product owner and technical lead in the provisioning of estimates that are at an appropriate level of fidelity for the phase in the development lifecycle Make realistic commitments that you are confident of meeting and strive to do so Support the BA in the elaboration of requirements Support the QA in identifying, describing, and resolving defects Exhibit cross-functional behaviour and support other competencies within your product team The React Native Developer will have the following: You will be confident in delivering secure, high-quality React Native applications commercially. Proficient with ES5 & ES6 & Typescript Expert with different layouts and the ability to develop complex UI with design standards. Working knowledge of consuming third-party APIs and parsing JSON. You will have experience in delivering software in a test-driven style (TDD) and be familiar with appropriate automation testing processes. You will understand the benefits of simple design and are familiar with software design patterns and be pragmatic in their implementation. You will be experienced with agile ways of working and lean-agile principles You will be experienced in sharing your knowledge with other members of the development team. Benefits Remote-first flexible working, with occasional site visits for collaborative and social activities Generous holiday allowance with an extra day off on your birthday Pension and annual salary review Regular remote instructor-led fitness and wellbeing classes How to Apply if you're interested in this Job: If this sounds like your perfect role, click Apply without delay! React Native Developer
About Sparta Global Embark on a transformative career journey with Sparta Global, where diversity, innovation, and passion for technology converge. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, offering not just jobs, but dynamic careers in the tech industry. You'll work alongside enthusiastic professionals, receiving top-tier training and mentorship to hone your skills for success in both public and private sectors. Our commitment to designing impactful careers and coaching future leaders is evident in our over 10 prestigious awards in Learning & Development and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. As a Top 20 Employer for Social Mobility and a proud B-Corp certified organisation, we're not just advancing careers; we're fostering a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech landscape. Join us in shaping the future of technology - where your growth is our mission, and your success, our pride. Apply now to be part of our award-winning team at Sparta Global.? About this role Working as a Software Developer you will work closely with other developers, product managers, designers, business analysts and testers to constantly create, maintain and modify systems to meet the demands of the business and their stakeholders. You will not only design and write well-formed, readable code but you'll be well-versed in standard practices such as Test-Driven Development and Behaviour-Driven Development and understand how you can work efficiently within agile continuous integration and continuous development (CI/CD) pipelines for your software delivery process.? We're not expecting you to have the proficiencies right away - that's where our award-winning Academy comes in. We are the experts in building skills and confidence in a fun and supportive environment that will not only challenge you but also develop your specialist capabilities ready to work on our clients' projects. What we're looking for. To be successful for this role you will demonstrate a level of ability in C#, Java or similar. You will be passionate about technology and eager to learn programme development to an advanced level. We're seeking candidates who can exemplify our values:? Empathy and Diversity: Integrity, respect, and a commitment to inclusivity.? Drive: A goal-oriented mindset with pride in exceeding targets.? Collaboration: A team-focused approach, fostering positive relationships. Innovation: Curiosity, creativity, and openness to diverse ideas. Flexibility: Adaptability and composure in the face of change. As a national organisation with clients across the UK, we require all candidates to have the flexibility and willingness to relocate post training for deployment to client site. Remote working cannot be guaranteed. You must have eligibility to work in the UK for the duration of your contract with Sparta Global (British or Irish Citizenship, EU Settled Status, or Permanent Visa Holder). We do not offer visa sponsorships or accept Graduate or PSW Visas due to time limitations. Why you should apply: Our environment is designed to nurture your talents and skills, your hard work and progress are not just appreciated - they're tangibly rewarded. We conduct performance-based reviews every six months, offering you the chance to increase your earning potential twice a year. This regular appraisal system is our way of ensuring that your efforts and achievements are consistently recognised and rewarded.? We also provide:? 20 days annual leave + bank holidays.? An extra day off for your birthday. Pension.? Eye care. Death in service cover.? Cycle to work scheme. Season ticket loan.? Employee assistance program. Yearly budget for personal development.? Access to alumni and community networks.? Opportunities to be brand ambassadors. Being employed by Sparta Global is an investment in your future that pays dividends along the way. We give you breadth of experience and skills, along with increasing opportunities to develop further and earn more. No two career paths look the same at Sparta.? Our Recruitment Process:? Begin your journey by applying online and our team will review your application. If you pass our initial screening, you'll be invited to complete our online assessments and first stage interview. If successful, the final stage is a competency-based interview, here you'll have the opportunity to impress us with your ability to communicate effectively and exhibit behavioural competencies through relevant examples. We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate a collaborative spirit and a growth mindset.? The Talent Team will be there to support and answer any questions you have. You can also visit our YouTube channel to gain valuable insights and expert advice on virtual interviews, strategies to manage nerves, and tips on nonverbal communication. We look forward to receiving your application - good luck!
May 18, 2024
Full time
About Sparta Global Embark on a transformative career journey with Sparta Global, where diversity, innovation, and passion for technology converge. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, offering not just jobs, but dynamic careers in the tech industry. You'll work alongside enthusiastic professionals, receiving top-tier training and mentorship to hone your skills for success in both public and private sectors. Our commitment to designing impactful careers and coaching future leaders is evident in our over 10 prestigious awards in Learning & Development and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. As a Top 20 Employer for Social Mobility and a proud B-Corp certified organisation, we're not just advancing careers; we're fostering a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech landscape. Join us in shaping the future of technology - where your growth is our mission, and your success, our pride. Apply now to be part of our award-winning team at Sparta Global.? About this role Working as a Software Developer you will work closely with other developers, product managers, designers, business analysts and testers to constantly create, maintain and modify systems to meet the demands of the business and their stakeholders. You will not only design and write well-formed, readable code but you'll be well-versed in standard practices such as Test-Driven Development and Behaviour-Driven Development and understand how you can work efficiently within agile continuous integration and continuous development (CI/CD) pipelines for your software delivery process.? We're not expecting you to have the proficiencies right away - that's where our award-winning Academy comes in. We are the experts in building skills and confidence in a fun and supportive environment that will not only challenge you but also develop your specialist capabilities ready to work on our clients' projects. What we're looking for. To be successful for this role you will demonstrate a level of ability in C#, Java or similar. You will be passionate about technology and eager to learn programme development to an advanced level. We're seeking candidates who can exemplify our values:? Empathy and Diversity: Integrity, respect, and a commitment to inclusivity.? Drive: A goal-oriented mindset with pride in exceeding targets.? Collaboration: A team-focused approach, fostering positive relationships. Innovation: Curiosity, creativity, and openness to diverse ideas. Flexibility: Adaptability and composure in the face of change. As a national organisation with clients across the UK, we require all candidates to have the flexibility and willingness to relocate post training for deployment to client site. Remote working cannot be guaranteed. You must have eligibility to work in the UK for the duration of your contract with Sparta Global (British or Irish Citizenship, EU Settled Status, or Permanent Visa Holder). We do not offer visa sponsorships or accept Graduate or PSW Visas due to time limitations. Why you should apply: Our environment is designed to nurture your talents and skills, your hard work and progress are not just appreciated - they're tangibly rewarded. We conduct performance-based reviews every six months, offering you the chance to increase your earning potential twice a year. This regular appraisal system is our way of ensuring that your efforts and achievements are consistently recognised and rewarded.? We also provide:? 20 days annual leave + bank holidays.? An extra day off for your birthday. Pension.? Eye care. Death in service cover.? Cycle to work scheme. Season ticket loan.? Employee assistance program. Yearly budget for personal development.? Access to alumni and community networks.? Opportunities to be brand ambassadors. Being employed by Sparta Global is an investment in your future that pays dividends along the way. We give you breadth of experience and skills, along with increasing opportunities to develop further and earn more. No two career paths look the same at Sparta.? Our Recruitment Process:? Begin your journey by applying online and our team will review your application. If you pass our initial screening, you'll be invited to complete our online assessments and first stage interview. If successful, the final stage is a competency-based interview, here you'll have the opportunity to impress us with your ability to communicate effectively and exhibit behavioural competencies through relevant examples. We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate a collaborative spirit and a growth mindset.? The Talent Team will be there to support and answer any questions you have. You can also visit our YouTube channel to gain valuable insights and expert advice on virtual interviews, strategies to manage nerves, and tips on nonverbal communication. We look forward to receiving your application - good luck!
Senior Digital/Web Implementation Specialist - Leading Media Owner - £70,000 - £90,000 The Company ASenior Digital/Web Implementation Specialist at one of UK's leading publishers who have a global presence. Part of a larger media group, their brands deliver highly engaging, trusted content to millions of loyal customers around the globe. Their brands reach over 24 million people daily, reaching over 10 million daily readers across the UK. As a vital member of the highly ambitious analytics team, you'll play an important role in making sure the business has the data they need to drive relentless online traffic growth. You'll be responsible for contributing and delivering the roadmap for digital measurement and ensuring the acquisition of quality data -having full technical ownership of our core web analytics platform (Google Analytics 360 - UA & GA4) across the full range of our websites and mobile applications (IOS and Android). You'll be a subject matter expert for all things tracking, providing your expertise to the Analytics team, wider technical functions, and business stakeholders. Exciting bits: Their brands provides print, newspaper, magazine and online readers with coverage of the latest developments/news across any industry or topic (general news, tech, science, sport and many more!) Be the expert for GA, GTM and web analytics implementation across the business Join a growing data team who are looking to double in size over the next two years The Job Work with Developers & Data Engineers and QA Teams to ensure the technical requirements/specifications for tracking and measurement are communicated, actioned, and implemented. Responsible for ensuring data is captured in line with our digital ethics and data governance requirements. Keep up to date with industry trends and ensure best practice implementation methods - to lead the Digital team on analytics upgrades and improvements to platforms, such as GA4. Configuring Google Analytics 360 / GA4 accounts and properties - implementing custom dimensions and metrics. Developing measurement plans and tagging strategies, as well as the ability to QA web tracking implementations using various tools and techniques. You Strong proficiency with GTM tracking and implementation 5+ years experience across web analytics Ideally some experience with Firebase or Javascript Apply Now You can apply for this role now by sending us your CV or by calling us now! Don't forget to look at vacancies on our website and register as a candidate. Jordan Matthews Senior Consultant Sphere Digital Recruitment currently have a variety of job opportunities across digital so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Sphere Digital Recruitment currently have a variety of job opportunities across digital so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Please take a look at our website. Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law. If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let us know.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Senior Digital/Web Implementation Specialist - Leading Media Owner - £70,000 - £90,000 The Company ASenior Digital/Web Implementation Specialist at one of UK's leading publishers who have a global presence. Part of a larger media group, their brands deliver highly engaging, trusted content to millions of loyal customers around the globe. Their brands reach over 24 million people daily, reaching over 10 million daily readers across the UK. As a vital member of the highly ambitious analytics team, you'll play an important role in making sure the business has the data they need to drive relentless online traffic growth. You'll be responsible for contributing and delivering the roadmap for digital measurement and ensuring the acquisition of quality data -having full technical ownership of our core web analytics platform (Google Analytics 360 - UA & GA4) across the full range of our websites and mobile applications (IOS and Android). You'll be a subject matter expert for all things tracking, providing your expertise to the Analytics team, wider technical functions, and business stakeholders. Exciting bits: Their brands provides print, newspaper, magazine and online readers with coverage of the latest developments/news across any industry or topic (general news, tech, science, sport and many more!) Be the expert for GA, GTM and web analytics implementation across the business Join a growing data team who are looking to double in size over the next two years The Job Work with Developers & Data Engineers and QA Teams to ensure the technical requirements/specifications for tracking and measurement are communicated, actioned, and implemented. Responsible for ensuring data is captured in line with our digital ethics and data governance requirements. Keep up to date with industry trends and ensure best practice implementation methods - to lead the Digital team on analytics upgrades and improvements to platforms, such as GA4. Configuring Google Analytics 360 / GA4 accounts and properties - implementing custom dimensions and metrics. Developing measurement plans and tagging strategies, as well as the ability to QA web tracking implementations using various tools and techniques. You Strong proficiency with GTM tracking and implementation 5+ years experience across web analytics Ideally some experience with Firebase or Javascript Apply Now You can apply for this role now by sending us your CV or by calling us now! Don't forget to look at vacancies on our website and register as a candidate. Jordan Matthews Senior Consultant Sphere Digital Recruitment currently have a variety of job opportunities across digital so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Sphere Digital Recruitment currently have a variety of job opportunities across digital so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Please take a look at our website. Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law. If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let us know.
I have an exciting role for an Automation Tester/ SDET with experience of C# to join my client with an office in Exeter. They operate a hybrid model and would love someone who is happy to come into the office 2 days a week. They are a really exciting scaleup with a super interesting AI powered product and ambitious plans for growth. They have a team of approx 45 and you'll be joining as the sole qa/sdet on their core development team which currently has a team of 4 developers which will be increasing to 6 later this year. They see quality as a shared responsibility amongst the team so it won't all come down to you although they have had a qa previously so there is a good process in place already. You will be leading the testing across their web platform and mobile app and will embed yourself within the development team working closely with developers and championing a culture of quality. The role will initially involve a mixture of automation testing, building out their Cypress automation suite as well as some manual testing, but, they are keen to introduce a more dev in test element to the role and would like someone with solid experience of c# who can pick up some of the c# development on the api side. Gradually over time this role can pick up more development responsibility if someone is keen to move more in this direction. Its a great opportunity for an experienced automation tester or sdet with solid experience of c# who is keen to work in a role that uses as mix of test and development experience. Experience with automation tools like Cypress would be beneficial but isn't essential if you are happy to pick this up. Salary is up to £65,000 dependent on experience. If you'd like to hear more please apply below to Sam Miller at SR2 - Socially Responsible Recruitment
May 18, 2024
Full time
I have an exciting role for an Automation Tester/ SDET with experience of C# to join my client with an office in Exeter. They operate a hybrid model and would love someone who is happy to come into the office 2 days a week. They are a really exciting scaleup with a super interesting AI powered product and ambitious plans for growth. They have a team of approx 45 and you'll be joining as the sole qa/sdet on their core development team which currently has a team of 4 developers which will be increasing to 6 later this year. They see quality as a shared responsibility amongst the team so it won't all come down to you although they have had a qa previously so there is a good process in place already. You will be leading the testing across their web platform and mobile app and will embed yourself within the development team working closely with developers and championing a culture of quality. The role will initially involve a mixture of automation testing, building out their Cypress automation suite as well as some manual testing, but, they are keen to introduce a more dev in test element to the role and would like someone with solid experience of c# who can pick up some of the c# development on the api side. Gradually over time this role can pick up more development responsibility if someone is keen to move more in this direction. Its a great opportunity for an experienced automation tester or sdet with solid experience of c# who is keen to work in a role that uses as mix of test and development experience. Experience with automation tools like Cypress would be beneficial but isn't essential if you are happy to pick this up. Salary is up to £65,000 dependent on experience. If you'd like to hear more please apply below to Sam Miller at SR2 - Socially Responsible Recruitment
CEF - City Electrical Factors - IT
Durham, County Durham
About CEF: At CEF we have a bold ambition for growth. We are passionate about delivering an unrivalled service for our customers and providing a strong culture with career opportunities for our people. Across IT we are on an exciting mission to ensure we harness our growth opportunities by designing our technology architecture and solutions for constant evolution. We recognise that technology and data are at the forefront of enabling our business to better serve our customers today and in the future. We have a fast-growing technology team delivering a portfolio of transformative work, expanding our digital options, and upgrading and future-proofing our systems to place us at the forefront of the marketplace. We believe that teams who design, own and run our technology solutions are more connected to the value they create. We are always looking to improve, collaborate and innovate and this is where you come in Life as a QA Test Analyst at CEF: As a QA Test Analyst at CityIT you will be an integral part of our new Workday implementation project. In the longer term you will play a significant role towards the company vision of moving the existing windows based CEF bespoke systems to a modern SaaS application(Workday) along with the introduction and nurturing of innovation within. You'll be used to working on a broader view of QA, ideally with integrations and experience working with complex ERP or finance systems. You'll be part of our Global Finance IT team that work collaboratively across our UK and USA teams to deliver best-in-class finance systems used by the whole organisation. Your Objectives: Creation and execution of test scripts, recording the outcome, and creating and escalating defects and tracking issues to completion Hands on testing of all parts of a Windows based ERP system Working in a cross functional team of other software testers, business analysts andsubject-matter-experts to understand and document the existing system Collaborating with members of the development team to provide Test feedback and specific test outcomes Testing of interfaces and integration with other modules, products or sites Preparation and execution of test plans and test scripts, along with amending and updating of test materials with a mindset for continuous improvement Performing static testing and impact assessment of Design and Change Request documentation Key Skills and Experience: Experience performing manual tests on Windows based systems in an Agile environment Excellent attention to detail, able to effectively track, report and resolve quality issues Understanding of software specification requirements, and the ability to interpret acceptance criteria and derive tests accordingly Experience testing the integration points between modules, applications and systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills Interview Process: Screening Call with Talent Acquisition (30 mins) Microsoft Teams call with our Software Engineering Lead and our Global Test and Assurance Practice Lead (30 mins) Microsoft Teams call with our Global Head of Finance IT, Software Engineering Lead and Global Test and Assurance Practice Lead (90 mins) Package: Competitive basic salary Annual IT Bonus scheme Our teams predominantly work remotely but we have an award-winning IT Headquarters based in Durham where you'll always receive a warm welcome! Pension: 3% employee / 3% employer (Total 6%) Champion Health - a comprehensive physical, mental & financial wellbeing platform, offering bespoke content on all aspects of wellbeing & life Free use of the state-of-the-art private gym at our IT Headquarters Location Our Finance IT Team like to get together in the Durham office on occasion. This is optional and the role is predominantly home based however there may be some required travel to the Durham or Kenilworth office for team meetings and other events.
May 18, 2024
Full time
About CEF: At CEF we have a bold ambition for growth. We are passionate about delivering an unrivalled service for our customers and providing a strong culture with career opportunities for our people. Across IT we are on an exciting mission to ensure we harness our growth opportunities by designing our technology architecture and solutions for constant evolution. We recognise that technology and data are at the forefront of enabling our business to better serve our customers today and in the future. We have a fast-growing technology team delivering a portfolio of transformative work, expanding our digital options, and upgrading and future-proofing our systems to place us at the forefront of the marketplace. We believe that teams who design, own and run our technology solutions are more connected to the value they create. We are always looking to improve, collaborate and innovate and this is where you come in Life as a QA Test Analyst at CEF: As a QA Test Analyst at CityIT you will be an integral part of our new Workday implementation project. In the longer term you will play a significant role towards the company vision of moving the existing windows based CEF bespoke systems to a modern SaaS application(Workday) along with the introduction and nurturing of innovation within. You'll be used to working on a broader view of QA, ideally with integrations and experience working with complex ERP or finance systems. You'll be part of our Global Finance IT team that work collaboratively across our UK and USA teams to deliver best-in-class finance systems used by the whole organisation. Your Objectives: Creation and execution of test scripts, recording the outcome, and creating and escalating defects and tracking issues to completion Hands on testing of all parts of a Windows based ERP system Working in a cross functional team of other software testers, business analysts andsubject-matter-experts to understand and document the existing system Collaborating with members of the development team to provide Test feedback and specific test outcomes Testing of interfaces and integration with other modules, products or sites Preparation and execution of test plans and test scripts, along with amending and updating of test materials with a mindset for continuous improvement Performing static testing and impact assessment of Design and Change Request documentation Key Skills and Experience: Experience performing manual tests on Windows based systems in an Agile environment Excellent attention to detail, able to effectively track, report and resolve quality issues Understanding of software specification requirements, and the ability to interpret acceptance criteria and derive tests accordingly Experience testing the integration points between modules, applications and systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills Interview Process: Screening Call with Talent Acquisition (30 mins) Microsoft Teams call with our Software Engineering Lead and our Global Test and Assurance Practice Lead (30 mins) Microsoft Teams call with our Global Head of Finance IT, Software Engineering Lead and Global Test and Assurance Practice Lead (90 mins) Package: Competitive basic salary Annual IT Bonus scheme Our teams predominantly work remotely but we have an award-winning IT Headquarters based in Durham where you'll always receive a warm welcome! Pension: 3% employee / 3% employer (Total 6%) Champion Health - a comprehensive physical, mental & financial wellbeing platform, offering bespoke content on all aspects of wellbeing & life Free use of the state-of-the-art private gym at our IT Headquarters Location Our Finance IT Team like to get together in the Durham office on occasion. This is optional and the role is predominantly home based however there may be some required travel to the Durham or Kenilworth office for team meetings and other events.
Company Description Walter Everett is a recruitment agency and we are currently helping a global consultancy to recruit a Security Cleared Java Developer Role Description Walter Everett Ltd is seeking an experienced SC Cleared Java Developer for a full-time hybrid role. This role is primarily based in London, however, it includes the flexibility to work some days remotely. As an SC Cleared Java Developer, you will be responsible for the design and implementation of scalable software solutions while working with cross-functional teams. This is an urgent position so the client requires you to have had Security Clearance within the last 5 years. You will be part of an agile team contributing to the build of digital products, developing new and enhancing existing software components. Your primary role is to develop clean code, adhering to SOLID principles that are well-tested, performant, and maintainable. You will be developing within an agreed development lifecycle, frameworks, and quality criteria and collaborating readily with other agile delivery team members to enable the right outcome for the customer. This includes working with Quality Assurance to support test automation, DevOps engineers to support security, configuration, and smooth code deployment, also pairing with other team members / new colleagues to assist with knowledge transfer, onboarding, and pair coding/code reviews. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for: Delivery of high-quality development work results (structure, content, form) Integrating the application front-end services (with a basic understanding of web front-end technologies) Managing the exchange of data between different backend services (owned by separate development teams) and front-end application and third party API integration Development of all server-side logic, working with BA and Quality Assurance to ensure business logic is implemented as required and fully testable Introducing and owning technical user stories for integration and service optimisation Documenting solutions through flowcharts, diagrams, code comments, clear code, and via Confluence/knowledge base articles Ensuring compliance with quality guidelines (Unit Tests, Code Quality, Test Driven Development) Addressing non-functional requirements and operational/support-relevant topics during conception and implementation (e.g. logging, capacity/performance management, monitoring, and distributed tracing/debugging) End-to-end thinking during development - supporting and improving releases from test to integration and production environments Proactive skill and artefact building concerning assessing and adopting new technologies Presentation and demonstration of concepts and services via show-and-tell demos, tech talks, and taking part in direct user feedback and evaluation sessions Providing and collaborating to produce development work estimates Following agile software development lifecycles, but maintaining foresight to reduce tech debt where possible and not at the cost of good documentation, test automation, and non-functional considerations Working under pressure and at pace when required to meet urgent client needs. What experience you will bring: In order to be successful in this role, you will have proven experience in and a solid understanding of most of the following: Delivering integration micro-service patterns using Java Spring Boot Applying SOLID principles and creating clean code Experience working with streaming data (e.g. Apache Kafka) and AWS native messaging/streaming features API specification/design and documentation Working with SQL and NoSQL data sources such as Postgres and Mongo Experience with DevOps tooling and application hosting services such as: Jenkins, Drone, AWS CodeCommit / Pipeline / Deploy Atlassian stack, Azure DevOps / Docker / Kubernetes / Function as a Service deployments Broader AWS knowledge (e.g. S3, KMS, EKS) Great attention to detail, organisational skills, and a keen analytical mind Experience with front-end JavaScript frameworks, such as React Proven delivery success in large-scale development projects (including, for example, enterprise integration patterns, high assurance / secure services, high throughput/availability non-functional demands) Demonstrable collaborative team working and taking ownership of delivery commitments and addressing challenges This is a Hybrid role. the client is currently doing 1 day in the office, however, this isn't guaranteed and could become 2 days Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or a related field SC clearance or valid UK security clearance At least 5 years of experience in developing complex Java/J2EE applications Experience working with JSP/JQuery, Spring Framework, Hibernate, and Maven Experience with database development (relational database design, SQL, Oracle, and JDBC) Experience in developing software solutions using AWS or Azure cloud platforms Experience in developing web services (REST, SOAP) and microservices architectures Experience with Agile development methodologies Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
May 18, 2024
Full time
Company Description Walter Everett is a recruitment agency and we are currently helping a global consultancy to recruit a Security Cleared Java Developer Role Description Walter Everett Ltd is seeking an experienced SC Cleared Java Developer for a full-time hybrid role. This role is primarily based in London, however, it includes the flexibility to work some days remotely. As an SC Cleared Java Developer, you will be responsible for the design and implementation of scalable software solutions while working with cross-functional teams. This is an urgent position so the client requires you to have had Security Clearance within the last 5 years. You will be part of an agile team contributing to the build of digital products, developing new and enhancing existing software components. Your primary role is to develop clean code, adhering to SOLID principles that are well-tested, performant, and maintainable. You will be developing within an agreed development lifecycle, frameworks, and quality criteria and collaborating readily with other agile delivery team members to enable the right outcome for the customer. This includes working with Quality Assurance to support test automation, DevOps engineers to support security, configuration, and smooth code deployment, also pairing with other team members / new colleagues to assist with knowledge transfer, onboarding, and pair coding/code reviews. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for: Delivery of high-quality development work results (structure, content, form) Integrating the application front-end services (with a basic understanding of web front-end technologies) Managing the exchange of data between different backend services (owned by separate development teams) and front-end application and third party API integration Development of all server-side logic, working with BA and Quality Assurance to ensure business logic is implemented as required and fully testable Introducing and owning technical user stories for integration and service optimisation Documenting solutions through flowcharts, diagrams, code comments, clear code, and via Confluence/knowledge base articles Ensuring compliance with quality guidelines (Unit Tests, Code Quality, Test Driven Development) Addressing non-functional requirements and operational/support-relevant topics during conception and implementation (e.g. logging, capacity/performance management, monitoring, and distributed tracing/debugging) End-to-end thinking during development - supporting and improving releases from test to integration and production environments Proactive skill and artefact building concerning assessing and adopting new technologies Presentation and demonstration of concepts and services via show-and-tell demos, tech talks, and taking part in direct user feedback and evaluation sessions Providing and collaborating to produce development work estimates Following agile software development lifecycles, but maintaining foresight to reduce tech debt where possible and not at the cost of good documentation, test automation, and non-functional considerations Working under pressure and at pace when required to meet urgent client needs. What experience you will bring: In order to be successful in this role, you will have proven experience in and a solid understanding of most of the following: Delivering integration micro-service patterns using Java Spring Boot Applying SOLID principles and creating clean code Experience working with streaming data (e.g. Apache Kafka) and AWS native messaging/streaming features API specification/design and documentation Working with SQL and NoSQL data sources such as Postgres and Mongo Experience with DevOps tooling and application hosting services such as: Jenkins, Drone, AWS CodeCommit / Pipeline / Deploy Atlassian stack, Azure DevOps / Docker / Kubernetes / Function as a Service deployments Broader AWS knowledge (e.g. S3, KMS, EKS) Great attention to detail, organisational skills, and a keen analytical mind Experience with front-end JavaScript frameworks, such as React Proven delivery success in large-scale development projects (including, for example, enterprise integration patterns, high assurance / secure services, high throughput/availability non-functional demands) Demonstrable collaborative team working and taking ownership of delivery commitments and addressing challenges This is a Hybrid role. the client is currently doing 1 day in the office, however, this isn't guaranteed and could become 2 days Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or a related field SC clearance or valid UK security clearance At least 5 years of experience in developing complex Java/J2EE applications Experience working with JSP/JQuery, Spring Framework, Hibernate, and Maven Experience with database development (relational database design, SQL, Oracle, and JDBC) Experience in developing software solutions using AWS or Azure cloud platforms Experience in developing web services (REST, SOAP) and microservices architectures Experience with Agile development methodologies Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
Michael Page Engineering & Manufacturing
Rossendale, Lancashire
Product Compliance Manager role based in Haslingden, Lancashire. Senior Management role working for an electronic manufacturing company Client Details Our client is a market leading manufacturing company based in Haslingden Description We are seeking a Product Compliance Manager to oversee and streamline the process of achieving and maintaining product compliance and certifications across a range of geographies, industries, and product types (covering both physical product and software / cloud services). Reporting to the Technical Director, this is a key position to ensure that our client can get products to market quickly and efficiently within a highly regulated environment. As the Product Compliance Manager your role will encompass: Facilitate ongoing product audits of the sites, as well as routine product inspections, from various approvals bodies. Ensure expiring certificates are renewed ahead of time to avoid compliance gaps. Stay involved in industry groups and standards committees relevant to the business, in order to give advance notice of any changes to compliance requirements, and to represent our interests in those groups. Create project plans for obtaining certifications on new products and services, ensuring the test, audit, and certification requirements are communicated to all stakeholders, along with expected timelines and costs, and any prerequisites for compliance. Work with the wider R&D / Engineering team to create test samples suitable for testing by approvals bodies. Educate the R&D / Engineering team on updates to standards and new test requirements. Support the Quality and H&S teams with their ongoing efforts to improve quality and safety within the business. Work with the Quality / Test teams to ensure the right products are tested in the right way during internal product auditing. Continuously strive for ways to improve the operation of the Compliance department, be that through increased use of technology (where appropriate), better ways to communicate, alternative suppliers or approvals bodies, or any other areas that can be improved, and work with the Quality and Production teams to improve operational processes such as labelling etc Profile YOU WILL BE A SUCCESSFUL PRODUCT COMPLIANCE OR DEVELOPEMNT MANAGER WITHIN THE ELECTONICS SECTOR WITH THE FOLLOWING EXPERTISE. Technical Expertise: A degree OR EQUIVALENT EXPERIENCE in a relevant engineering field, as well as detailed knowledge of relevant regulations (e.g. CE and UKCA marking, etc.) and testing (e.g. EMC and RF testing, environmental testing, safety testing, etc.), an understanding of the process of certification (e.g. test, paperwork, audits, etc.), and a thorough understanding of the obligations of the manufacturer (and other economic operators in the supply chain) in all scenarios. Communication: The ability to translate very technical regulations and standards into concise and pertinent points that can be disseminated to a wide team, as well as being able to professionally communicate with external stakeholders (both suppliers and customers). Leadership: The capability to lead teams of people and to delegate responsibilities in a reasoned manner to ensure projects are completed efficiently and promptly, while balancing workloads and matching tasks to skills. Resilience and Decisiveness: As an important gatekeeper in new product introductions or product change processes, the ability to work well under pressure and to make challenging business decisions based on robust evidence is essential. The following additional skills would be beneficial: Industry Experience: A proven track experience in the fire and/or security sector, or in a similarly regulated industry where similarities can be demonstrated, and skills and knowledge would be easily transferable. Experience with industry-specific certifications such as INCERT or VdS would be beneficial. Digital Skills: Confidence in using the full Microsoft Office package, good knowledge of VBA and SQL scripting, experience using PowerBI, and experience in using DesignDataManager would all be useful. Job Offer £60,000 plus benefits
May 18, 2024
Full time
Product Compliance Manager role based in Haslingden, Lancashire. Senior Management role working for an electronic manufacturing company Client Details Our client is a market leading manufacturing company based in Haslingden Description We are seeking a Product Compliance Manager to oversee and streamline the process of achieving and maintaining product compliance and certifications across a range of geographies, industries, and product types (covering both physical product and software / cloud services). Reporting to the Technical Director, this is a key position to ensure that our client can get products to market quickly and efficiently within a highly regulated environment. As the Product Compliance Manager your role will encompass: Facilitate ongoing product audits of the sites, as well as routine product inspections, from various approvals bodies. Ensure expiring certificates are renewed ahead of time to avoid compliance gaps. Stay involved in industry groups and standards committees relevant to the business, in order to give advance notice of any changes to compliance requirements, and to represent our interests in those groups. Create project plans for obtaining certifications on new products and services, ensuring the test, audit, and certification requirements are communicated to all stakeholders, along with expected timelines and costs, and any prerequisites for compliance. Work with the wider R&D / Engineering team to create test samples suitable for testing by approvals bodies. Educate the R&D / Engineering team on updates to standards and new test requirements. Support the Quality and H&S teams with their ongoing efforts to improve quality and safety within the business. Work with the Quality / Test teams to ensure the right products are tested in the right way during internal product auditing. Continuously strive for ways to improve the operation of the Compliance department, be that through increased use of technology (where appropriate), better ways to communicate, alternative suppliers or approvals bodies, or any other areas that can be improved, and work with the Quality and Production teams to improve operational processes such as labelling etc Profile YOU WILL BE A SUCCESSFUL PRODUCT COMPLIANCE OR DEVELOPEMNT MANAGER WITHIN THE ELECTONICS SECTOR WITH THE FOLLOWING EXPERTISE. Technical Expertise: A degree OR EQUIVALENT EXPERIENCE in a relevant engineering field, as well as detailed knowledge of relevant regulations (e.g. CE and UKCA marking, etc.) and testing (e.g. EMC and RF testing, environmental testing, safety testing, etc.), an understanding of the process of certification (e.g. test, paperwork, audits, etc.), and a thorough understanding of the obligations of the manufacturer (and other economic operators in the supply chain) in all scenarios. Communication: The ability to translate very technical regulations and standards into concise and pertinent points that can be disseminated to a wide team, as well as being able to professionally communicate with external stakeholders (both suppliers and customers). Leadership: The capability to lead teams of people and to delegate responsibilities in a reasoned manner to ensure projects are completed efficiently and promptly, while balancing workloads and matching tasks to skills. Resilience and Decisiveness: As an important gatekeeper in new product introductions or product change processes, the ability to work well under pressure and to make challenging business decisions based on robust evidence is essential. The following additional skills would be beneficial: Industry Experience: A proven track experience in the fire and/or security sector, or in a similarly regulated industry where similarities can be demonstrated, and skills and knowledge would be easily transferable. Experience with industry-specific certifications such as INCERT or VdS would be beneficial. Digital Skills: Confidence in using the full Microsoft Office package, good knowledge of VBA and SQL scripting, experience using PowerBI, and experience in using DesignDataManager would all be useful. Job Offer £60,000 plus benefits
Service Delivery Manager - IT Managed Service Provider Hybrid working London Service Delivery Manager required by one of the fastest growing SME IT Service Providers in the UK (% headcount grown in the past two years). The business comprises circa 100 employees across 3 sites, delivering IT and Consulting services to businesses across London and the South. Core areas of expertise are IT consultancy, Support and Cloud service provision (primarily Microsoft stack), to SME's in the Accountancy and Professional Services sector. They are one of the highest calibre IT Service Providers we work with, and their tech staff are some of the most competent in the business. They're going from strength to strength and, with exemplary customer service being at the heart of their organisation and as a result of rapid recent grown, they're now seeking an additional Service Delivery Manager to ensure the highest level of service provision to their expanding client portfolio. What you'll do: Service Optimisation Monitor and coordinate IT service desk functions to ensure seamless service delivery. Maintain high performance levels for service-related processes and proactively implement improvement activities where necessary. Take ownership of critical incidents, collaborating with resolution parties, and facilitating effective communication between stakeholders for root cause analysis. Establish and maintain robust systems, procedures, and methodologies to support outstanding service delivery. Client Management Conduct regular reviews (monthly, quarterly, and biannual) with key stakeholders. Generate reports to measure success against client KPIs and SLAs, analysing data to inform Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) and Service Reviews. Create and run ad-hoc reports to provide timely client status information for QBRs (e.g., Windows Updates). Continuously enhance reporting processes, minimizing manual effort and maximizing reporting tools' utilization. Craft high-quality client-facing reports and deliver them to key stakeholders. Efficiency Enhancement Collaborate with Team Leaders to conduct weekly ticket quality checks. Address small improvements with Engineers and escalate significant issues and recurrent problems to Team Leaders. Analyse third-party and internal processes, devising strategies for service delivery optimization. Identify and minimize the frequency of recurrent tickets What you'll need: An absolute passion for ensuring the provision of exemplary customer service / service delivery 3+ years of experience in Service Delivery, Service Management or Customer Success from within an SME IT Service Provider or IT Managed Services background Strong knowledge of ITIL To be highly organised with excellent written and oral communications Ability to present to external clients The business operates a flexible working policy, with a minimum of 2 days in the office required per week. The role is paying up to £50k.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Service Delivery Manager - IT Managed Service Provider Hybrid working London Service Delivery Manager required by one of the fastest growing SME IT Service Providers in the UK (% headcount grown in the past two years). The business comprises circa 100 employees across 3 sites, delivering IT and Consulting services to businesses across London and the South. Core areas of expertise are IT consultancy, Support and Cloud service provision (primarily Microsoft stack), to SME's in the Accountancy and Professional Services sector. They are one of the highest calibre IT Service Providers we work with, and their tech staff are some of the most competent in the business. They're going from strength to strength and, with exemplary customer service being at the heart of their organisation and as a result of rapid recent grown, they're now seeking an additional Service Delivery Manager to ensure the highest level of service provision to their expanding client portfolio. What you'll do: Service Optimisation Monitor and coordinate IT service desk functions to ensure seamless service delivery. Maintain high performance levels for service-related processes and proactively implement improvement activities where necessary. Take ownership of critical incidents, collaborating with resolution parties, and facilitating effective communication between stakeholders for root cause analysis. Establish and maintain robust systems, procedures, and methodologies to support outstanding service delivery. Client Management Conduct regular reviews (monthly, quarterly, and biannual) with key stakeholders. Generate reports to measure success against client KPIs and SLAs, analysing data to inform Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) and Service Reviews. Create and run ad-hoc reports to provide timely client status information for QBRs (e.g., Windows Updates). Continuously enhance reporting processes, minimizing manual effort and maximizing reporting tools' utilization. Craft high-quality client-facing reports and deliver them to key stakeholders. Efficiency Enhancement Collaborate with Team Leaders to conduct weekly ticket quality checks. Address small improvements with Engineers and escalate significant issues and recurrent problems to Team Leaders. Analyse third-party and internal processes, devising strategies for service delivery optimization. Identify and minimize the frequency of recurrent tickets What you'll need: An absolute passion for ensuring the provision of exemplary customer service / service delivery 3+ years of experience in Service Delivery, Service Management or Customer Success from within an SME IT Service Provider or IT Managed Services background Strong knowledge of ITIL To be highly organised with excellent written and oral communications Ability to present to external clients The business operates a flexible working policy, with a minimum of 2 days in the office required per week. The role is paying up to £50k.
Systems Engineer - Hardware Engineering Are you an experienced Systems Engineer with a passion for cutting-edge technology and innovation? Join our clients dynamic team in St Asaph, North Wales but close to Chester, United Kingdom As a Systems Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in the design and development of new imaging and sighting systems for Aerospace & Defence and Life Science applications. From concept to production, you'll lead the electronics and firmware design, ensuring alignment with project requirements, timelines, and regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities of this Systems Engineer role based in St Asaphs, North Wales: -Lead the development of electronic solutions for electro-optical products using FPGA, digital, and analogue hardware and software. -Provide systems engineering inputs throughout the project lifecycle, from concept to manufacture and test. -Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, perform analysis, and ensure product reliability. -Prepare high-quality presentations and reports for project phases. -Support the transition from design to production, ensuring continuity and efficiency. -Drive product development through prototyping and qualification phases, meeting both internal and customer-driven requirements. Requirements for this Systems Engineer St Asaphs, North Wales role: - Experience working in a Systems Engineer role at an Electronics manufacturer. - Bachelor's degree with a 2:1 or better qualification. -Strong knowledge and experience in digital and analogue signal processing. -Proficiency in analogue electronics design and schematic capture. -Ability to create and maintain technical documentation, including specifications and user instructions. -Familiarity with the full design lifecycle, from requirements capture to integration. -Understanding of qualification standards such as MIL, STANAG, ESCC/ECSS. Join our clients team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge products that drive sustained revenue growth. To apply, please send your CV to or call or .
May 18, 2024
Full time
Systems Engineer - Hardware Engineering Are you an experienced Systems Engineer with a passion for cutting-edge technology and innovation? Join our clients dynamic team in St Asaph, North Wales but close to Chester, United Kingdom As a Systems Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in the design and development of new imaging and sighting systems for Aerospace & Defence and Life Science applications. From concept to production, you'll lead the electronics and firmware design, ensuring alignment with project requirements, timelines, and regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities of this Systems Engineer role based in St Asaphs, North Wales: -Lead the development of electronic solutions for electro-optical products using FPGA, digital, and analogue hardware and software. -Provide systems engineering inputs throughout the project lifecycle, from concept to manufacture and test. -Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, perform analysis, and ensure product reliability. -Prepare high-quality presentations and reports for project phases. -Support the transition from design to production, ensuring continuity and efficiency. -Drive product development through prototyping and qualification phases, meeting both internal and customer-driven requirements. Requirements for this Systems Engineer St Asaphs, North Wales role: - Experience working in a Systems Engineer role at an Electronics manufacturer. - Bachelor's degree with a 2:1 or better qualification. -Strong knowledge and experience in digital and analogue signal processing. -Proficiency in analogue electronics design and schematic capture. -Ability to create and maintain technical documentation, including specifications and user instructions. -Familiarity with the full design lifecycle, from requirements capture to integration. -Understanding of qualification standards such as MIL, STANAG, ESCC/ECSS. Join our clients team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge products that drive sustained revenue growth. To apply, please send your CV to or call or .
You might have thought that as "Technology Partner of the Year 2023" our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you'd be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we're insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we're ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we'd love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat)Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week£120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am - 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEOTeam Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and AdvicePedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury's, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People / HR Tech. About us: We are the UK's leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We're not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: "It's so intuitive. It's built around how HR advice is actually provided. We're not fitting around the software; the software fits around us". Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you'll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers+ Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team+ Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives+ Oversee the development lifecycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment+ Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance+ Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality+ Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements+ Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower platform+ Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years' experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment+ Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget+ Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.)+ Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage+ Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus+ Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills+ Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions+ Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What's on Offer: + Life assurance+ Pension+ Holiday purchase scheme+ Volunteering days+ Long service awards+ Contribution towards professional qualifications+ Contribution towards membership fees+ Employee assistance programme+ Health cashback plan+ And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the
May 18, 2024
Full time
You might have thought that as "Technology Partner of the Year 2023" our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you'd be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we're insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we're ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we'd love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat)Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week£120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am - 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEOTeam Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and AdvicePedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury's, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People / HR Tech. About us: We are the UK's leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We're not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: "It's so intuitive. It's built around how HR advice is actually provided. We're not fitting around the software; the software fits around us". Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you'll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers+ Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team+ Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives+ Oversee the development lifecycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment+ Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance+ Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality+ Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements+ Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower platform+ Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years' experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment+ Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget+ Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.)+ Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage+ Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus+ Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills+ Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions+ Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What's on Offer: + Life assurance+ Pension+ Holiday purchase scheme+ Volunteering days+ Long service awards+ Contribution towards professional qualifications+ Contribution towards membership fees+ Employee assistance programme+ Health cashback plan+ And more . 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We are looking for a Software Engineer who is experienced in developing C# desktop applications using WPF and MVVM to join our talented engineering team based in Hampshire. You will take the lead in the ongoing development of our bespoke Windows Desktop Software. BASIC SALARY: £45,000 - £55,000 BENEFITS: 25 days holiday Pension Company Bonus Share Incentive Scheme Life Assurance Daily Free Lunch LOCATION: Hook, Hampshire COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Basingstoke, Reading, Fareham, Guildford, Newbury, Camberley JOB DESCRIPTION: Software Engineer - Test and Measurement Equipment As our Software Engineer, you will take control of defined project requirements and architecture and take overall responsibility for their progress through to their implementation. Your contributions will be integral in advancing our technology. You will also provide high quality technical software support both internally and directly to customers. In this dynamic role you will also: Design and develop software to support new and existing equipment and products Prepare documentation for software products to ensure usability and maintainability of developed code Work with version control systems to ensure that changes are made in a systematic and traceable manner Build and package software installers for release to customers Collaborate with other teams to finalise the feature design and behaviour PERSON REQUIREMENTS: Software Engineer - Test and Measurement Equipment Our Software Engineer will have a background in software development, preferably in medium to large scale desktop software packages for Windows, and have a general understanding of scripting and programming languages. You will educated to a degree level in a relevant discipline and it is absolutely essential that you have experience in: C# coding of desktop applications for Windows PC WPF (MVVM) user interface Multi Threading Unit Testing THE COMPANY: For 40 years, we have been designing computer controlled systems to evaluate the properties of soil and rock and have built a fantastic reputation within the geotechnical and earthquake testing sector. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: WPF, Windows Presentation Foundation, MVVM, Model View ViewModel, C#, C Sharp, C++, C Plus Plus, architectural pattern, Coding, Script, Confluence, Programming, Programmer, Obfuscation, Windows, Hardware, Embedded Software - Windows Software Engineer, Front End Engineer, Back End Engineer, Full Stack Engineer, Software Development Engineer, Software Architect, Software Developer INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: DN17606, Wallace Hind Selection
May 18, 2024
Full time
We are looking for a Software Engineer who is experienced in developing C# desktop applications using WPF and MVVM to join our talented engineering team based in Hampshire. You will take the lead in the ongoing development of our bespoke Windows Desktop Software. BASIC SALARY: £45,000 - £55,000 BENEFITS: 25 days holiday Pension Company Bonus Share Incentive Scheme Life Assurance Daily Free Lunch LOCATION: Hook, Hampshire COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Basingstoke, Reading, Fareham, Guildford, Newbury, Camberley JOB DESCRIPTION: Software Engineer - Test and Measurement Equipment As our Software Engineer, you will take control of defined project requirements and architecture and take overall responsibility for their progress through to their implementation. Your contributions will be integral in advancing our technology. You will also provide high quality technical software support both internally and directly to customers. In this dynamic role you will also: Design and develop software to support new and existing equipment and products Prepare documentation for software products to ensure usability and maintainability of developed code Work with version control systems to ensure that changes are made in a systematic and traceable manner Build and package software installers for release to customers Collaborate with other teams to finalise the feature design and behaviour PERSON REQUIREMENTS: Software Engineer - Test and Measurement Equipment Our Software Engineer will have a background in software development, preferably in medium to large scale desktop software packages for Windows, and have a general understanding of scripting and programming languages. You will educated to a degree level in a relevant discipline and it is absolutely essential that you have experience in: C# coding of desktop applications for Windows PC WPF (MVVM) user interface Multi Threading Unit Testing THE COMPANY: For 40 years, we have been designing computer controlled systems to evaluate the properties of soil and rock and have built a fantastic reputation within the geotechnical and earthquake testing sector. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: WPF, Windows Presentation Foundation, MVVM, Model View ViewModel, C#, C Sharp, C++, C Plus Plus, architectural pattern, Coding, Script, Confluence, Programming, Programmer, Obfuscation, Windows, Hardware, Embedded Software - Windows Software Engineer, Front End Engineer, Back End Engineer, Full Stack Engineer, Software Development Engineer, Software Architect, Software Developer INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: DN17606, Wallace Hind Selection
Colt is the New Standard in high bandwidth network and voice services for enterprises and wholesale customers in Europe, Asia and North America's largest business hubs. With a global reach but a deep local presence, Colt is big enough to deliver and small enough to care. OSP Technician EU III Communication Excellent interpersonal and communications skills to deal with both internal and external clients as well as contractors, suppliers, Local Authorities & Transport Authorities. Job Detail General Summary Works independently under minimal supervision and is responsible for the delivery of specialist engineering expertise, Maintenance, Implementation and Support for the UK Rail Fibre Network, UK Backbone and UK Metro Fibre Network. Provide the necessary maintenance and quality checks on all Colt-NEO Core, Customer and Associated Network and Equipment Sites and team members, ensure Customer Satisfaction whilst achieving project deadlines and service levels to meet corporate targets within cost and quality parameters. Ensure Network Assurance and Network availability. May mentor and or train other Technicians. Essential Duties Maintains the security of the OSP network aerial, underground and/or trackside throughout the UK. Interacts with different organizations, Local Authorities, Police, Transport & Highway Authorities, customers, vendors, contractors, and building management to provide a high level of customer satisfaction. Manage and plans Lift & Shift (Diversions). Carries out the safety related duties and functions of COSS and SSOW Planner. Utilizes a variety of systems for the processing and reporting of work activities, inventorying OSP facilities, documentation of projects and managing various budgets to include new construction and route maintenance/protection. Owner of UK OSP network inventory for assigned market, responsible for the accuracy of routes, manholes, poles, spans/ducts, transmedia, splicing, fiber distribution panels, fiber to port connectivity and fiber assignments in corporate inventory systems. Manages contract and/or employee splicers during Network Splicing and Testing of Metro/Long Haul OSP. Provides on the job training to employees and oversees contractors to ensure the proper method and procedures of facility protection and maintenance are followed. Operates and maintains tools, test sets, and electronic equipment including: OTDR, ILM, PMD, CD, Acoustic Detectors, Plant Detection and Location equipment, Fiber optic transmissions equipment and Live Fibre Identifiers. Works closely with upstream groups, completing fiber verification requests, project estimating, design, bid, permit and manage OSP network activity. Monitors infrastructure builds and reviews punch lists and verifies work has met industry construction standards. Prepare timelines for the projects, prepare and track budgets and provide detailed weekly reports. Performs prevent/scheduled plant maintenance and inspections and directs emergency restoration and mitigation activities required for the OSP network. Included are fiber optic damages, natural disasters, power failures, and any other event that could affect operations. Initiates and plans Network Hardening Solutions in high risk/ vandalism/theft hot spot areas, compiles reports and cost implications for claims against responsible 3rd parties in the event of cable or plant damage. Experience Education Education Level: A Levels (UK) or equivalent Field of Study: Telecoms Engineering, Electronics, Installations or related field Will a combination of education and experience be considered? Yes Other Job Requirements Core Competencies: Focus on the Customer: Listens to customers (internal and external); identifying, meeting, and exceeding their needs, and anticipating their future needs; aligns what is done and how it is done with what the customers need, balancing that with what the organization requires. Drive Organizational Success: Delivers results even when faced with challenges; strives to exceed expectations, supports and encourages the development of others; strives to make Level 3 a great place to work; passionate about motivating others and encouraging personal belief in abilities. Demonstrate Agility: Focuses around continuous improvement; shows the ability to quickly solve day-to-day business problems; identifies new processes and frameworks for speed of delivery; accepts, responds, and initiates appropriate change. Lead Courageously: Confronts problems with courage; wins the respect and commitment of others by appropriately standing up for what he/she believes; makes tough decisions despite ambiguity, supports others who make difficult decisions, and follows issues through to completion in spite of adversity. Makes the best use of resources to deliver results, considering the financial impact of actions. Collaborate & Communicate: Builds effective relationships with others (internally and externally) so that he/she is enabled to deliver strong results; builds a broad base of support among key decision makers and influencers; incorporates team feedback into decision making yet does not require consensus; speaks with intention, fosters open communication, listens to others, and is able to effectively communicate verbally and through written communication to technical and non-technical audiences. Combined knowledge of both the Rail and Road telecoms environment with an OSP Engineering background and experience, conversant with the NRSWA, TMA and Network Rail regulations and Safety requirement; Experienced in complex Network Splicing and Testing and Fibre Characterization; Experience in management and supervision of Engineers/Contractors carrying out scheduled tasks and their planning is a requirement; Must have PTS, Site Warden, COSS/IWA certification & Rail Safety Awareness. Knowledge of Advanced OTDR & ILM testing and Advanced PMD & CD Characterization. City & Guilds 3466-02 Single Mode or 3466-03 Multi Mode fibre certification; Have a good working knowledge of the Traffic Management Act, UK Streetworks Permitting System; Must have excellent interpersonal and communications skills to deal with both internal and external clients as well as contractors, suppliers, Local Authorities & Transport Authorities; Position will require some on-call, travel and overtime requirements as dictated by business demands. Individual must have a passport, clean driving license and be physically able to complete manual type tasks; The post may be required to represent OSP at meetings and cover escalation duties as required; Personal Track Safety training associated medical and D&A screening are necessary essentials; All field activities are performed in line with pre-defined objectives, often quantified in metric terms, it is essential in this role the employees understands and performance against these departmental and company targets. In addition to offering competitive salaries and incentive plans, a range of benefits and local rewards packages are offered to staff. Colt recognises the importance of a work life balance. Some benefit examples are: Flexible working and relaxed dress code Two days annually to spend on volunteering opportunities Flexible benefits scheme Access to a virtual business school for on-going learning Business mentoring Job Segment: Telecom, Telecommunications, Facilities, Technician, Technology, Operations
May 18, 2024
Full time
Colt is the New Standard in high bandwidth network and voice services for enterprises and wholesale customers in Europe, Asia and North America's largest business hubs. With a global reach but a deep local presence, Colt is big enough to deliver and small enough to care. OSP Technician EU III Communication Excellent interpersonal and communications skills to deal with both internal and external clients as well as contractors, suppliers, Local Authorities & Transport Authorities. Job Detail General Summary Works independently under minimal supervision and is responsible for the delivery of specialist engineering expertise, Maintenance, Implementation and Support for the UK Rail Fibre Network, UK Backbone and UK Metro Fibre Network. Provide the necessary maintenance and quality checks on all Colt-NEO Core, Customer and Associated Network and Equipment Sites and team members, ensure Customer Satisfaction whilst achieving project deadlines and service levels to meet corporate targets within cost and quality parameters. Ensure Network Assurance and Network availability. May mentor and or train other Technicians. Essential Duties Maintains the security of the OSP network aerial, underground and/or trackside throughout the UK. Interacts with different organizations, Local Authorities, Police, Transport & Highway Authorities, customers, vendors, contractors, and building management to provide a high level of customer satisfaction. Manage and plans Lift & Shift (Diversions). Carries out the safety related duties and functions of COSS and SSOW Planner. Utilizes a variety of systems for the processing and reporting of work activities, inventorying OSP facilities, documentation of projects and managing various budgets to include new construction and route maintenance/protection. Owner of UK OSP network inventory for assigned market, responsible for the accuracy of routes, manholes, poles, spans/ducts, transmedia, splicing, fiber distribution panels, fiber to port connectivity and fiber assignments in corporate inventory systems. Manages contract and/or employee splicers during Network Splicing and Testing of Metro/Long Haul OSP. Provides on the job training to employees and oversees contractors to ensure the proper method and procedures of facility protection and maintenance are followed. Operates and maintains tools, test sets, and electronic equipment including: OTDR, ILM, PMD, CD, Acoustic Detectors, Plant Detection and Location equipment, Fiber optic transmissions equipment and Live Fibre Identifiers. Works closely with upstream groups, completing fiber verification requests, project estimating, design, bid, permit and manage OSP network activity. Monitors infrastructure builds and reviews punch lists and verifies work has met industry construction standards. Prepare timelines for the projects, prepare and track budgets and provide detailed weekly reports. Performs prevent/scheduled plant maintenance and inspections and directs emergency restoration and mitigation activities required for the OSP network. Included are fiber optic damages, natural disasters, power failures, and any other event that could affect operations. Initiates and plans Network Hardening Solutions in high risk/ vandalism/theft hot spot areas, compiles reports and cost implications for claims against responsible 3rd parties in the event of cable or plant damage. Experience Education Education Level: A Levels (UK) or equivalent Field of Study: Telecoms Engineering, Electronics, Installations or related field Will a combination of education and experience be considered? Yes Other Job Requirements Core Competencies: Focus on the Customer: Listens to customers (internal and external); identifying, meeting, and exceeding their needs, and anticipating their future needs; aligns what is done and how it is done with what the customers need, balancing that with what the organization requires. Drive Organizational Success: Delivers results even when faced with challenges; strives to exceed expectations, supports and encourages the development of others; strives to make Level 3 a great place to work; passionate about motivating others and encouraging personal belief in abilities. Demonstrate Agility: Focuses around continuous improvement; shows the ability to quickly solve day-to-day business problems; identifies new processes and frameworks for speed of delivery; accepts, responds, and initiates appropriate change. Lead Courageously: Confronts problems with courage; wins the respect and commitment of others by appropriately standing up for what he/she believes; makes tough decisions despite ambiguity, supports others who make difficult decisions, and follows issues through to completion in spite of adversity. Makes the best use of resources to deliver results, considering the financial impact of actions. Collaborate & Communicate: Builds effective relationships with others (internally and externally) so that he/she is enabled to deliver strong results; builds a broad base of support among key decision makers and influencers; incorporates team feedback into decision making yet does not require consensus; speaks with intention, fosters open communication, listens to others, and is able to effectively communicate verbally and through written communication to technical and non-technical audiences. Combined knowledge of both the Rail and Road telecoms environment with an OSP Engineering background and experience, conversant with the NRSWA, TMA and Network Rail regulations and Safety requirement; Experienced in complex Network Splicing and Testing and Fibre Characterization; Experience in management and supervision of Engineers/Contractors carrying out scheduled tasks and their planning is a requirement; Must have PTS, Site Warden, COSS/IWA certification & Rail Safety Awareness. Knowledge of Advanced OTDR & ILM testing and Advanced PMD & CD Characterization. City & Guilds 3466-02 Single Mode or 3466-03 Multi Mode fibre certification; Have a good working knowledge of the Traffic Management Act, UK Streetworks Permitting System; Must have excellent interpersonal and communications skills to deal with both internal and external clients as well as contractors, suppliers, Local Authorities & Transport Authorities; Position will require some on-call, travel and overtime requirements as dictated by business demands. Individual must have a passport, clean driving license and be physically able to complete manual type tasks; The post may be required to represent OSP at meetings and cover escalation duties as required; Personal Track Safety training associated medical and D&A screening are necessary essentials; All field activities are performed in line with pre-defined objectives, often quantified in metric terms, it is essential in this role the employees understands and performance against these departmental and company targets. In addition to offering competitive salaries and incentive plans, a range of benefits and local rewards packages are offered to staff. Colt recognises the importance of a work life balance. Some benefit examples are: Flexible working and relaxed dress code Two days annually to spend on volunteering opportunities Flexible benefits scheme Access to a virtual business school for on-going learning Business mentoring Job Segment: Telecom, Telecommunications, Facilities, Technician, Technology, Operations
Who are we? Our team is the first in the world to use autonomous vehicles on public roads using end-to-end deep learning, computer vision and reinforcement learning. Leveraging our multi-national world-class research team, we're focusing on using less data to learn more intelligent algorithms to bring autonomy for everyone, everywhere. We aim to be the future of self-driving cars, not vehicles that are told how to drive through hand-coded rules and maps, but ones which learn from experience and data. Where you will have an impact We're looking for bold, talented and creative people to join our journey in developing next-generation autonomous vehicles. We're a growing start-up, building our first cohort of engineers and you can be at the heart of this! We are looking for Machine Learning Engineers to help productionize an end-to-end self driving neural network for autonomous driving. You'll be working closely with Platform and Research teams to integrate, test and scale ML features for production. Productionizing and scaling our ML models by working across Data, Validation, Platform and Research is a core component of this role and why we need you! WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO WAYVE • 3 + years experience in shipping Computer Vision features and in applied research • Passion to take research ideas to production • Good grasp of Computer Vision literature • Experience in working in platform teams and working with research teams • Good insight into the training, validation, testing and metrics for deep learning features/models • Experience in reporting and tracking over time benchmarked performance in an open and accessible way • Ability to write high quality, well-structured and tested Python code • Solid experience working with concurrent, parallel and distributed computing • Comfortable working with and visualising huge data sets + finding and removing examples of noisy or bad data • Knowledge of computing fundamentals - what makes code fast, secure and reliable • BS or MS in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline or equivalent experience What we offer you • Competitive compensation with salary and equity • Immersion in a team of world-class researchers, engineers and entrepreneurs • A position to shape the future of autonomous driving and to tackle the biggest challenges of our time • Benefits such as an onsite chef, workplace nursery scheme, private health insurance, therapy, daily yoga, onsite bar, large social budgets, L&D, enhanced parental leave, and more! • This is a full-time role based in our office in King's Cross, but we support flexible working. We trust you to know what works best for your team and projects and ask that you have a healthy presence that enables the right meetings to happen in person and strong relationships to be built. Wayve is built by people from all walks of life. We believe that it is our differences that make us stronger, and our unique perspectives and backgrounds that allow us to build something different. We are proud to be an equal opportunities workplace, where we don't just embrace diversity but nurture it - so that we all thrive and grow Company: Wayve Qualifications: Language requirements: Specific requirements: Educational level: Level of experience (years): Senior (5+ years of experience) Tagged as: Industry , Machine Learning , Neural Networks , NLP , United Kingdom
May 18, 2024
Full time
Who are we? Our team is the first in the world to use autonomous vehicles on public roads using end-to-end deep learning, computer vision and reinforcement learning. Leveraging our multi-national world-class research team, we're focusing on using less data to learn more intelligent algorithms to bring autonomy for everyone, everywhere. We aim to be the future of self-driving cars, not vehicles that are told how to drive through hand-coded rules and maps, but ones which learn from experience and data. Where you will have an impact We're looking for bold, talented and creative people to join our journey in developing next-generation autonomous vehicles. We're a growing start-up, building our first cohort of engineers and you can be at the heart of this! We are looking for Machine Learning Engineers to help productionize an end-to-end self driving neural network for autonomous driving. You'll be working closely with Platform and Research teams to integrate, test and scale ML features for production. Productionizing and scaling our ML models by working across Data, Validation, Platform and Research is a core component of this role and why we need you! WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO WAYVE • 3 + years experience in shipping Computer Vision features and in applied research • Passion to take research ideas to production • Good grasp of Computer Vision literature • Experience in working in platform teams and working with research teams • Good insight into the training, validation, testing and metrics for deep learning features/models • Experience in reporting and tracking over time benchmarked performance in an open and accessible way • Ability to write high quality, well-structured and tested Python code • Solid experience working with concurrent, parallel and distributed computing • Comfortable working with and visualising huge data sets + finding and removing examples of noisy or bad data • Knowledge of computing fundamentals - what makes code fast, secure and reliable • BS or MS in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline or equivalent experience What we offer you • Competitive compensation with salary and equity • Immersion in a team of world-class researchers, engineers and entrepreneurs • A position to shape the future of autonomous driving and to tackle the biggest challenges of our time • Benefits such as an onsite chef, workplace nursery scheme, private health insurance, therapy, daily yoga, onsite bar, large social budgets, L&D, enhanced parental leave, and more! • This is a full-time role based in our office in King's Cross, but we support flexible working. We trust you to know what works best for your team and projects and ask that you have a healthy presence that enables the right meetings to happen in person and strong relationships to be built. Wayve is built by people from all walks of life. We believe that it is our differences that make us stronger, and our unique perspectives and backgrounds that allow us to build something different. We are proud to be an equal opportunities workplace, where we don't just embrace diversity but nurture it - so that we all thrive and grow Company: Wayve Qualifications: Language requirements: Specific requirements: Educational level: Level of experience (years): Senior (5+ years of experience) Tagged as: Industry , Machine Learning , Neural Networks , NLP , United Kingdom
We are looking for a Senior Data Scientist to join our growing data team who will make a significant contribution to the software development process, bringing a focus on the informational needs of end users throughout, and acting as a subject matter expert who influences your team and adjacent teams and promotes best practices. Our Future Health will be the UK's largest ever health research programme, bringing people together to develop new ways to detect, prevent and treat diseases. We are a charity, supported by the UK Government, in partnership with charities and industry. We work closely with the NHS and with public authorities across all nations and regions of the UK. Our plan is to bring together 5 million volunteers from right across the UK who will be asked to contribute information to help build one of the most detailed pictures we have ever had of people's health. Researchers will be able to use this information to make new discoveries about human health and diseases. So future generations can live in good health for longer. What you'll be doing You'll be working collaboratively as part of a cross-functional team alongside product managers, designers, software engineers, clinicians and scientists, bringing your expertise to ensure that the team is successful. In this role your key responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Working in cross-functional teams that are creating and launching new data-driven products. Hands-on development of new data features tailored to clinical, research or participant needs by writing tested and auditable code. Providing the data and information required to support conversations with participants and stakeholders, for example regarding prototypes or beta releases. Defining the end-to-end data requirements for feedback. Fitting and validating models, which could be simple at first but become progressively more complex. Supporting the deployment of models, writing logic in python and collaborating with software engineers to develop production-level systems. Specifying the rules and logic required to monitor feedback in production, so that we can ensure it is high quality. To succeed, you will have some of the following skills and experience: Proficient in Python and Spark, with experience working with version control. Experience of developing data-intensive consumer-facing products in a commercial and/or healthcare environment. Experience collaborating with software engineers on front-end and back-end systems. Ability to write modular, efficient, and well-documented code that can be adapted for use in production systems with minimal adjustments. Experience deploying and maintaining predictive models in production-level systems is advantageous. Experience fitting predictive and descriptive models to data using a variety of techniques and assessing model performance. A deep understanding of the different types of bias when that can arise and approaches that can be taken to address these. Experience of the steps that can be taken to make the results of models explainable and transparent. Experience working with a range of large-scale datasets from across health, care or and biomedicine, such as administrative data, questionnaires, electronic medical records or genomics data. Ability to concisely summarise and explain complex concepts in easy-to-understand terms to colleagues and experts. The ability to challenge effectively within cross-functional teams, and a receptiveness to learning from feedback from others. Experience of working within medical device regulations is advantageous. Competitive basic salary. Generous company pension package with employer contributions of up to 12%. 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Continuous career development with regular appraisals and learning and development opportunities. A lovely new office in Holborn, Central London - we offer flexible and remote working arrangements. Join us - let's prevent disease together.
May 18, 2024
Full time
We are looking for a Senior Data Scientist to join our growing data team who will make a significant contribution to the software development process, bringing a focus on the informational needs of end users throughout, and acting as a subject matter expert who influences your team and adjacent teams and promotes best practices. Our Future Health will be the UK's largest ever health research programme, bringing people together to develop new ways to detect, prevent and treat diseases. We are a charity, supported by the UK Government, in partnership with charities and industry. We work closely with the NHS and with public authorities across all nations and regions of the UK. Our plan is to bring together 5 million volunteers from right across the UK who will be asked to contribute information to help build one of the most detailed pictures we have ever had of people's health. Researchers will be able to use this information to make new discoveries about human health and diseases. So future generations can live in good health for longer. What you'll be doing You'll be working collaboratively as part of a cross-functional team alongside product managers, designers, software engineers, clinicians and scientists, bringing your expertise to ensure that the team is successful. In this role your key responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Working in cross-functional teams that are creating and launching new data-driven products. Hands-on development of new data features tailored to clinical, research or participant needs by writing tested and auditable code. Providing the data and information required to support conversations with participants and stakeholders, for example regarding prototypes or beta releases. Defining the end-to-end data requirements for feedback. Fitting and validating models, which could be simple at first but become progressively more complex. Supporting the deployment of models, writing logic in python and collaborating with software engineers to develop production-level systems. Specifying the rules and logic required to monitor feedback in production, so that we can ensure it is high quality. To succeed, you will have some of the following skills and experience: Proficient in Python and Spark, with experience working with version control. Experience of developing data-intensive consumer-facing products in a commercial and/or healthcare environment. Experience collaborating with software engineers on front-end and back-end systems. Ability to write modular, efficient, and well-documented code that can be adapted for use in production systems with minimal adjustments. Experience deploying and maintaining predictive models in production-level systems is advantageous. Experience fitting predictive and descriptive models to data using a variety of techniques and assessing model performance. A deep understanding of the different types of bias when that can arise and approaches that can be taken to address these. Experience of the steps that can be taken to make the results of models explainable and transparent. Experience working with a range of large-scale datasets from across health, care or and biomedicine, such as administrative data, questionnaires, electronic medical records or genomics data. Ability to concisely summarise and explain complex concepts in easy-to-understand terms to colleagues and experts. The ability to challenge effectively within cross-functional teams, and a receptiveness to learning from feedback from others. Experience of working within medical device regulations is advantageous. Competitive basic salary. Generous company pension package with employer contributions of up to 12%. 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Continuous career development with regular appraisals and learning and development opportunities. A lovely new office in Holborn, Central London - we offer flexible and remote working arrangements. Join us - let's prevent disease together.