Total 53 job vacancies by Hays Specialist Recruitment

Your new company
You will be working for a social housing organisation in Cumbria
Your new role
Your role will predominantly be completing stock condition surveys on social housing properties. You may also be assisting with surveying properties for repairs and damp and mould
What you'll need to succeed
They will consider any of the following- a full degree is NOT required
1) A Building Surveyor/ Quantity Surveyor/ Project Manager on their final year of their degree apprenticeship2) A Graduate Building Surveyor/ Quantity Surveyor/ Project Manager without any hands on experience. You may have completed your degree but have struggled to secure your first degree related position.3) A candidate with experience working in the construction sector- you may have worked as a site manager/ maintenance manager etc. A qualification is not required.
ESSENTIAL
1)YOU MUST HAVE A DRIVING LICENSE AND YOUR OWN VEHICLE2) YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF KENDAL, CUMBRIA.What you'll get in return
Starting salary £27,887 then £30,975 when you complete your 6 month probation period
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
up to 14% employer pension contribution
45p per mile
Flexible working hours
What you need to do now


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Your new company
Governmental nuclear organisation.
Your new role
As the Communications Officer, you will coordinate communications for NWS, supporting the Community Engagement team and Operations portfolio. Your role ensures alignment with organisational activities, creating impactful content for local audiences. You will also support community forums to enhance the company's reputation.Responsibilities

• Develop and execute communication plans.
• Lead the quarterly external newsletter.
• Manage the website and internal content.
• Foster community relations and public relations initiatives.
• Contribute to the electronic media calendar.
• Prepare presentations and coordinate media activities.
• Manage the image library and produce stakeholder materials

What you'll need to succeed

• Relevant experience working in a communications role
• A strong understanding of the local/regional media and political landscape
• Excellent copywriting skills
• Experience of communicating complex messages to multiple stakeholders

Desirable

• Communications experience in the nuclear sector

What you'll get in return

• 25.5 days leave (+ bank holidays)
• Bonus scheme
• Pension up to 13.5%
• Cycle to work
• Health benefits

+ much more
What you need to do now


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Your new company
You will be working for a Housing Association that has a stock located in central Cumbria
Your new role
As a Property Officer you will work as part of the Asset Team. Within this role you will manage and deliver investment projects, provide technical expertise, and support the management and life cycle of the HA's Assets.
You will have experience of working within a similar industry along with specific knowledge of the construction industry, building techniques and materials, managing contractors and health and safety legislation.
The ideal candidate will have experience of working on capital projects and will be working closely with the Asset Manager and wider property team including Repairs Maintenance and Compliance. You will have day to day responsibility for capital projects such as replacement of kitchens, bathrooms, roofs, doors and windows.What you'll need to succeed
You will have experience working in a social housing setting as part of the construction/ property team
What you'll get in return
Salary £36,321
37 hours per week
Flexi time
28 days holiday plus bank holidays
Up to 10% employer pension contribution
What you need to do now


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Your new company
A major engineering and defence business in Barrow-In-Furness with an excellent global reputation are looking to welcome a number of experienced Procurement and Supply Chain professionals into their growing team. Due to a secure and growing pipeline of work, this business is recruiting for multiple commercially-minded procurement and supply chain professionals to join the company on a permanent basis. They have won multiple awards and are one of the undisputed leaders within their industry.

Your new role
The Procurement Coordinator / Buyer will support the wider procurement team with day-to-day procurement and supply chain activity to ensure the smooth functioning of the procurement department. This will entail supporting supply chain activity relating to cost, quality and timely delivery, as well as supporting with contract management activity. The Procurement Coordinator will print purchase order (PO) numbers and will use the likes of Microsoft Excel and SAP to extract, manipulate and interpret data ready to report to more senior colleagues in the procurement team.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience in a procurement, supply chain or merchandising role - ideally within a corporate / office environment
• Good level of IT experience, including MS Office and ideally software such as SAP or similar ERP/MRP
• A confident communicator and able to speak with stakeholders of all seniority levels
• A highly organised individual who is able to successfully juggle multiple priorities
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight to meet with suppliers and key stakeholders
• ****** Please note - successful applicants must undergo Security Clearance and must meet certain nationality requirements to be considered for this role *****

What you'll get in return

• A VERY competitive starting salary between £35,000-37,000
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible and hybrid working policies
• CIPS studies funded
• Competitive pension contributions
• Excellent career prospects and professional development opportunities
• Company share incentive scheme
• Relocation support is also available to those wanting to relocate to nearer the area

What you need to do now
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Your new company
A major engineering and defence business in Barrow-In-Furness with an excellent global reputation are looking to welcome a number of experienced strategic Procurement and professionals into their growing team. Due to a secure and growing pipeline of work, this business is recruiting for multiple senior level commercially-minded procurement and supply chain professionals to join the company on a permanent basis. They have won multiple awards and are one of the undisputed leaders within their industry.

Your new role
The Procurement Manager will be responsible for leading the coordination of all procurement and supply chain activity within your given area of spend. With subcontractor spend being a key focus area, you will lead on all contract management activity and manage key supplier relationships. The Procurement Manager will play a pivotal role in managing a team of experienced procurement professionals, as well as reporting upwards to senior management. You will act as a point of escalation, so you will need to be a natural problem solver and able to act autonomously to make effective decisions.

Operating at a senior strategic level, you will be capable of managing the full end-to-end procurement lifecycle, spanning supplier evaluations through to understanding the commercials, subcontract management, handling difficult supplier situations, managing strategic relationships with key stakeholders. You will manage and coach a team and will develop them, acting as a true leader.

What you'll need to succeed

• Prior experience of leading a procurement team and working at a senior level
• Ideally you will be MCIPS qualified, or working towards qualification
• It would be beneficial if you have experience of working in a fast-paced regulated procurement environment, such as pharmaceutical, food, aerospace, automotive, engineering or manufacturing
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to show initiative and take ownership of a situation
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight when required
• Project management experience would be ideal
• ****** Please note - successful applicants must undergo Security Clearance and must meet certain nationality requirements to be considered for this role *****

What you'll get in return

• A competitive starting salary between £46,000-60,000 depending on experience
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible and hybrid working policies
• CIPS studies funded
• Competitive pension contributions
• Excellent career prospects and professional development opportunities
• Company share incentive scheme
• Relocation support is also available to those wanting to relocate to nearer the area

What you need to do now
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Your new company
A major engineering and defence business in Barrow-In-Furness with an excellent global reputation are looking to welcome a number of experienced Procurement and Supply Chain professionals into their growing team. Due to a secure and growing pipeline of work, this business is recruiting for multiple commercially-minded procurement and supply chain professionals to join the company on a permanent basis. They have won multiple awards and are one of the undisputed leaders within their industry.

Your new role
The Senior Buyer will have accountability for managing key contracts with suppliers, sending invitations to tender (ITT), collating responses and working closely with the commercial team to establish water-tight terms and conditions with suppliers. You will be aware of the key commercials and have an understanding of the clauses within supplier contracts. As Senior Buyer, you will have line management responsibility for more junior members within the team, so you will act as a point of escalation for any potential issues that may arise. You will take a strategic view to procurement and supply chain activity and will report to more senior members of the procurement team. The Senior Buyer will liaise with multiple stakeholders, including internal teams and external suppliers to ensure a seamless procurement process within the direct procurement function.

What you'll need to succeed

• A proven background in direct procurement from within a manufacturing, engineering or highly regulated and fast-paced procurement environment
• Excellent stakeholder management skills
• Strong supplier relationship management skills
• Experienced at managing a team and providing coaching & mentorship to more junior colleagues
• Good IT skills, including MS Office and ERP systems like SAP or similar
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight where required
• Experience of managing contracts and delivering at pace
• ****** Please note - successful applicants must undergo Security Clearance and must meet certain nationality requirements to be considered for this role *****

What you'll get in return

• A competitive starting salary between £40,700-45,000 depending on experience
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible and hybrid working policies
• CIPS studies funded
• Competitive pension contributions
• Excellent career prospects and professional development opportunities
• Company share incentive scheme
• Relocation support is also available to those wanting to relocate to nearer the area

What you need to do now
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Your new company
12-month Fixed-Term Contract with an exciting public sector organisation in the North-west. Focusing on waste management and environmental clean-up.

Your new role The Commercial andContract Management team requires a Contract Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract, to lead, direct anddevelop Framework Contracts. This will involve managing a team, providingleadership, expert advice, guidance and direction to the commercial team andthe wider business. Ensuring the organisation delivers the services, managesnew and residual commercial risks, and realises opportunities and benefitsthrough the Frameworks and Contracts for both suppliers and customers.
The appointedindividual will ensure the consistent application of the contract managementdisciplines within the business, lead in enhancing and developing theframeworks & contracts and to support the delivery of the strategic vision.
The role wouldreport into the Departmental Head but must maintain a close workingrelationship with Delivery Teams and any programmes or projects which supportthe business.

What you'll need to succeed

• Have experience working in the public sector
• Experience with contract management
• Have line-manager experience
• Familiar with NEC contracts

What you'll get in return

• Flexible working options are available.
• Hybrid working - 1 day in the office
• £59,841 - £68,868 annual salary dependent on level of experience
• 5% salary bonus

What you need to do now
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Your new company
An exciting public sector organisation in the North-west. Focusing on waste management.

Your new role The Commercial andContract Management team requires a Contract Manager to lead, direct anddevelop Framework Contracts. This will involve managing a team, providingleadership, expert advice, guidance and direction to the commercial team andthe wider business. Ensuring the organisation delivers the services, managesnew and residual commercial risks, and realises opportunities and benefitsthrough the Frameworks and Contracts for both suppliers and customers.
The appointedindividual will ensure the consistent application of the contract managementdisciplines within the business, lead in enhancing and developing theframeworks & contracts and to support the delivery of the strategic vision.
The role wouldreport into the Departmental Head but must maintain a close workingrelationship with Delivery Teams and any programmes or projects which supportthe business.

What you'll need to succeed

• Have experience working in the public sector
• Experience with contract management
• Familiar with NEC contracts

What you'll get in return

• Flexible working options are available.
• Hybrid working - 1 day in the office
• £59,841 - £68,868 annual salary dependent on level of experience
• 5% salary bonus

What you need to do now
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About Nuclear Waste Services

Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) main purpose is to make nuclear waste permanently safe, sooner. NWS is the single UK waste business for the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) and their mission is to be the 'one-stop shop' for all radioactive waste management and disposal solution for the UK.

About the Role

The Waste Operations Portfolio is a sub-portfolio of Nuclear Waste Services, supporting the NWS strategy by delivering to its allocated mission and strategic goals. The Waste Operations mission is to manage, operate and develop NWS Sites to maximise benefit for society. The Waste Operations Portfolio office provides P30 support to decision makers and delivery teams within the Portfolio. A PMO Practitioner provides specialist, hands-on support and expertise, to the PPM community and PMO Managers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with establishing and running temporary, or permanent PMOs.
• Develop and implement the PMO Charter, and Service Level agreements, on behalf of the PMO Manager. Monitor performance of PMO service level agreements.
• Assist the Portfolio Office leads with monitoring portfolio level documentation. Maintain registers, including dependencies, risks, assurance schedules, improvement actions, decision logs.
• Apply relevant P3M policies, standards and methods.
• Implement guidelines, procedures and templates.
• Provide P3M-related support to the P3M community.
• Support and assist with P3M assurance reviews as required.
• Support Programme and Project Managers with the development and maintenance of business cases, costs, plans and baselines.
• Support decision makers by providing P3M data and dashboards, including providing clear and correct information to Programme and Portfolio Boards. Assist with development of, and deploy, standard Terms of Reference for Governance forums.
• Assist Programme and Project Managers with managing issues, risks and change controls.
• Maintain Baselines and P3O performance data including milestones and KPIs.
• Implement agreed regular progress-reporting mechanisms for all projects, monitoring the routine progress of Programmes and Projects, and assisting with the preparation of progress reports.
• Establish and maintain an information management system and managing both electronic and hard-copy configuration libraries.
• Deputise for PMO managers when required.
• Support Portfolio and PMO communications and stakeholder engagements.

Person Specification

• Ability to lead by example and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to provide solutions, solve problems and make key decisions in a dynamic environment.
• APM or P30 accredited qualification is desirable.
• Experience of working in a PMO environment.

Salary & Package

This is a Grade LLWR 4B role within NWS offering a competitive salary (depending on experience), along with 25.5 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (you can also accrue up to 13 extra days leave), annual bonus scheme (company performance related), generous pension scheme through CNNP, flexible/hybrid working (2 to 3 days a week onsite) and a range of other flexible benefits.

Hays Recruitment have been retained by Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) to manage the recruitment of this role. For all enquiries, please contact Mark Hamilton or Adam Russell at Hays Recruitment.

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About Nuclear Waste Services (NWS)

Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) main purpose is to make nuclear waste permanently safe, sooner. NWS is the single UK waste business for the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) and their mission is to be the 'one-stop shop' for all radioactive waste management and disposal solution for the UK.

About the Role

NWS is seeking a motivated Portfolio Management Office (PMO) Manager to join their EPMO team in Cumbria. Reporting into the Senior EPMO Delivery Lead, the ideal candidate will manage and implement a best-in-class PMO service for the Waste Operations Portfolio.
The Waste Operations Portfolio is a sub-portfolio of Nuclear Waste Services, supporting the NWS strategy by delivering its allocated mission and strategic goals. The Waste Operations mission is to manage, operate and develop NWS Sites to maximise benefit for society.
The Waste Operations Portfolio office provides P30 support to decision makers and delivery teams within the Portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:

• Implement the service catalogue and service level agreements for the Portfolio Office; Define, manage and report against service level agreements.
• Work with the Senior EPMO Delivery Lead Waste Ops/NSD to implement the P3M governance framework, in conjunction with business owners and programme, project or team managers. Support in overseeing the activities and operations of PMO processes, procedures, controls, governance framework and resources related to P3M delivery.
• Support the overall integrity and coherence of the portfolio.
• Support the portfolio in sanctioning projects for inclusion in the dossier.
• Support the P3M delivery team in ensuring that existing initiatives and projects are effectively adopted into the portfolio.
• Support the P3M delivery team in closeout of initiatives, including facilitation of post investment appraisals and benefit reviews.
• Identify and manage dependencies across the portfolio.
• Support the establishment of baselines (scope, cost, schedule and risk).
• Identify any gaps in Programmes and Projects, understanding what activities are, or need to be, planned to address them.
• Assist Portfolio, Programme and Project Managers with the creation of strategies, for effective planning, monitoring and delivery of Portfolios, Programmes and Projects.
• Assist with the preparation and review of Integrated Assurance and Approval Plans.
• On behalf of the portfolio board, provide an ongoing health check of the programmes or projects, reassessing whether they will continue to meet their overall objectives.
• Report progress to the portfolio board via management dashboards; effectively communicate with stakeholders to provide regular status reports for a wide portfolio of projects at various points in the delivery cycle.
• Be responsible for team objectives, one-to-one reviews and evaluation, and continual improvement of the PMO service.
• Be responsible for workload management of the team and the prioritisation.
• Own, perform, and direct regular functional peer reviews and performance meetings, to support the PMO Quality Assurance process during project execution and stage gate reviews.
• Deputise for the Senior PMO Manager.

Person Specification

• Professional qualification in Project Management, Project Controls, Engineering, or a relevant degree in a related field.
• Proven experience in P3M within major projects or programmes.
• At least 5 years of relevant Project Management or P3O management experience, ideally in the nuclear sector or other highly regulated environment.
• Management and leadership skills.
• Ability to lead by example and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to provide solutions, solve problems and make key decisions in a dynamic environment.
• Accredited P3O qualification is desirable.

Salary & Package

This is a Grade 3B Lower/4A role within NWS offering a competitive salary (depending on experience), along with 25.5 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (you can also accrue up to 13 extra days leave), annual bonus scheme (company performance related), generous pension scheme through CNNP, flexible working (2 to 3 days a week onsite) and a range of other flexible benefits.

Hays Recruitment have been retained by Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) to manage the recruitment of this role. For all enquiries, please contact Mark Hamilton or Adam Russell at Hays Recruitment.

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Your new company
Our client is a specialist engineering and technology solutions provider within the Nuclear, Aerospace, and Defence sectors. They specialise in delivering high-performing control systems that are essential for mission-critical operations, ensuring reliability and safety across these demanding industries by leveraging their extensive experience. Their solutions are designed to meet the highest standards of performance and compliance, addressing the unique challenges faced by their clients.
Your new role
As the EC&I Engineering Manager, you will oversee and manage the design, development, and implementation of control, electrical, and instrumentation systems for various projects. You will ensure all engineering activities comply with relevant standards, regulations, and project requirements.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the EC&I engineering team.
• Oversee the design and implementation of control, power, and instrumentation systems.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and project requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, and stakeholders.
• Conduct technical reviews and assessments.
• Provide technical expertise and problem-solving support.
• Ensure timely and quality delivery of engineering tasks.
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers.
• Develop and maintain engineering standards and best practices.
• Prepare and present technical reports.
• Participate in project planning, risk management, and change control.
• Foster effective communication within the team and across projects.

What you'll need to succeed

• Chartered Engineer status.
• Degree in Electrical, Control Systems, or Instrumentation Engineering.
• Extensive EC&I engineering experience, preferably in the nuclear/defence sector.
• Proven team management and leadership skills.
• Strong knowledge of power, control, and instrumentation systems.
• Excellent understanding of industry standards and regulations.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering software.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

What you'll get in return
Excellent Rate (£400 - £500) a day
Long-term contract

What you need to do now
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• Location: Sellafield
• Contract: Full-time, Permanent, Monday - Friday 7am - 3:30pm and 12:30pm, on Friday.
• Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum

What you'll need to succeed
You will be supporting and delivering tasks and projects on our client's site in Cumbria. You will be responsible for managing and leading project execution, liaising with the client and stakeholders as well as subcontractors, coordinating all aspects of the works to ensure they are delivered in line with the scoped requirements, Construction Design Management (CDM) and within agreed timeframes and budget.

You will be responsible for managing the work of consultants, allocating resources and maintaining a co-operative, motivated team. You will have a commercial understanding and be able to advise and implement cost savings at all times through Value for Money initiatives, as well as knowledge of CDM, in order to ensure the safety of all people involved in task / project delivery as well as everyone else who is impacted by the work at all times.
Requirements

• Experience of full life cycle project delivery
• Be proactive, utilising effective planning and management to ensure successful task / project delivery whilst ensuring the financial viability of the works.
• Good problem-solving skills
• Expect good standards of work.

What you need to do now


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Your new company
Our client is a rapidly expanding private equity group business with ambitious growth plans. The organisation benefits from experienced Directors within their field, which creates a unique culture within the business. We are assisting with the appointment of a talented Financial Controller to join their head office Finance team based in Carlisle.
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will be responsible for leading the group's financial reporting, management accounting and regulatory & compliance obligations, developing and maintaining the accounting control processes and helping develop the ERP system for the group. This position offers a balance between traditional financial responsibilities and working with the Chief Executive and Chief Financial Officer to develop new reporting, commercial KPIs, systems and processes for a fast-growing business.
Your new role
This job role will evolve with the rapid growth of the business, making this the perfect time to join and grow alongside the company. The role will be well-supported by the CO and CFO, and main responsibilities will include:

• Preparation of timely and accurate monthly management accounts and reports for the Board and Senior Management team, with variance analysis and insight into performance and future impact.
• Quarterly preparation of Bank Reporting.
• Review and guidance to the finance team during the month-end process and review of key reconciliations and processes performed by the team.
• Responsibility for delivering the year-end audit process.
• Working with tax advisors and auditors.
• Responsibility for ensuring the Group's VAT returns and any other statutory returns required of the group as necessary
• Cashflow management, working alongside the CFO in management of the Group's short and long term working capital processes.
• Direct management of 2 x Management Accountants and 1 x Accounts Payable Assistant.
• Contribute to future projects including the scoping and delivery of a new ERP/Finance system within the next 12 months.

What you'll need to succeed

• ACA or ACCA qualification with 5+ years post-qualification experience.
• Experience implementing an ERP system (desirable).
• Up-to-date knowledge of technical accounting.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• IT literate with strong Microsoft Excel skills and willingness to develop these skills further.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

What you'll get in return

• Salary dependent on experience and/or qualifications
• Full-time permanent role, 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday 9 - 5pm, option to work 1 day per week from home25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Up to 7% pension contribution
• 4 times salary life insurance cover
• Employee Incentive Scheme
• Employee Referral Scheme
• New office premises

What you need to do now
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Your new company
You will be working for a further education provider in Ambleside that is located in the most beautiful world heritage site! They have exciting and unique facilities on site, including a bouldering wall, impressive science labs, and an equipment hire department for hiking, mountaineering, sailing, kayaking, canoeing, and climbing.
Your new role
You will be working as part of the operational estates team. This is a varied and physically demanding role where you will ensure the site runs safe, secure and operates efficiently.
The primary role of Operational Estates is to complement and support the student experience through the provision of modern, safe and fit for purpose spaces. This role is based on-site due to the practical nature of the work.Your typical day may include performing minor repairs, compliance tasks and recordings, timely helpdesk responses and remedial actions. There may be some deliveries, installation or removal of furniture, equipment and materials and occasional cleaning and painting. You will carry out minor handyperson duties, such as moving and handling of furniture, equipment and materials across campus, removal of rubbish, cleaning of signage and outdoor spaces and general portage duties to maintain the look and feel of the campus.
Ambleside is a leafy campus; there may be light groundsperson duties, with cleaning of gullies and drains as per schedules. Given the geography, you will also be expected to assist with the gritting of the campus during the winter months, along with clearing snow and ice.

What you'll need to succeed
Ideally you will have previous experience working in a similar handyperson/ porter role, however this is not essential
What you'll get in return
35 hours per week
£20,948- £22,214
Very generous holiday entitlement! 43 days holiday including bank holidays- these can be taken throughout the year in or out of term time
A generous 8% employer pension contribution!
What you need to do now


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We are currently looking for an electrician to carry out a fixed wire test & inspection. Also, work on nights, which is working 4 nights, Monday to Thursday from 4:30pm - 2:30am on NAECI pay rates circa 53k per annum inclusive of NAECI bonus' + travel.

Job objectives

To fulfil electrical test and inspection requirements in line with the current regulations and Sellafield processes in estate buildings. To ensure that the fixed wiring in estate buildings is of a safe standard and complies with current regulations.

Responsibilities

To operate under full compliance with Sellafield SLSP's in service delivery. Achieve and maintain Electrical Nominated Persons Status for both Sellafield. To always provide a high standard of workmanship and customer service within expected time, cost and quality. To liaise with customers and colleagues in a proactive and positive approach to planning and delivering work ensuring issues and concerns are escalated and dealt with. Maintain allocated work equipment, vehicles and records in accordance with company policy. To provide a clear scope for additional reactive and project work including preparation of quotations/estimates when required. To undertake work in the most efficient and cost-effective manner to deliver the best value to our customers. Identify opportunities for additional work outside the contract scope and provide feedback to team leader or line management to explore further. Complete time sheets at a prompt and submit them for review.

Experience

A good knowledge and experience of electrical installation and of remedials work. Good knowledge and experience of electrical testing and inspections. A good knowledge of current regulations. IT experience - Microsoft, Excel

Qualifications

Full clean driving licence. NVQ Level 3 in Electrical. 2391 or 2392 City & Guilds qualification

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