Total 129 Maintenance / Repair job vacancies in Cambridge, CB2 0QQ

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. This vacancy will close at midnight on 13th October 2024. Interview Date - To be confirmed Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Job title: Grounds and Building Maintenance Manager
Location: Milton, Cambridge
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Can be flexible
Salary: Highly experienced
Job Purpose: To manage the maintenance of the grounds and the main building in Cambridge, Ensuring efficient and effective service delivery for the clients of the building.

Responsibilities:

1. Building Maintenance:
   • Perform painting and decorating of offices and communal areas.
   • Conduct small electrical works, including changing light bulbs, installing sockets, and setting up Wi-Fi points.
   • Conduct site inspections to identify maintenance needs.
   • Execute minor on-site maintenance and repairs.
   • Schedule and supervise contractors for major repairs, ensuring satisfactory completion of their work.
   • Assist with office re locations.
   • Operate maintenance technology, including air conditioning, fire alarm systems, and security alarm systems.
   • Record weekly water and gas usage.
2. Grounds Maintenance:
   • Maintain the grounds to a professional standard, which includes lawn care, pruning, trimming, tree maintenance, car park upkeep, block paving maintenance, drainage clearance, and external lighting maintenance.
   • Promote environmental practices such as composting and recycling on-site.
   • Encourage ecological opportunities through initiatives like small animal housing and minimizing the use of harmful chemicals.
   • Contact suppliers for major tasks (e.g., large tree removal) and acquire landscaping supplies after obtaining budgetary approval from a Director.
   • Maintain an inventory of machinery and supplies used in grounds maintenance.
3. Health and Safety:
   • Conduct risk assessments.
   • Supervise contractors on-site to ensure adherence to safe working practices.
   • Ensure client compliance with the company's safety requirements.
4. Additional Duties:
   • Be available for emergency call-outs.
   • Act as a key-holder.
   • Undertake additional duties as necessary to meet the needs of the company.

Corporate Responsibilities:

• Health and Safety: Provide risk assessments and ensure compliance with health, safety, and welfare policies for self, colleagues, clients, and the community. Report any accidents or unsafe conditions to a director in line with company policy.
• Equality and Diversity: Conduct all aspects of employment with regard for equality opportunities and diversity policies. Commit to treating all individuals with dignity and respect.
• Behaviour: Work in alignment with the company's expected conduct. Maintain compliance with statutory responsibilities and applicable legislation.
• Team Working and Support: Collaborate effectively as a team member to support other staff, service users, or contractors in achieving company objectives. Maintain communication with clients and contractors as necessary to share relevant information. Identify personal learning and development needs in consultation with your director.

You’ll enhance comfort and convenience. We’ll enhance your future.

Get paid to put a smile of someone's face as a Facilities Assistant in Cambridge CB2 8DU. Be the friendly face of our vibrant corporate site, offering a helping hand to ensure seamless operations. A role where you’ll love what you do. Join a team that values you for being you.

What you’ll do:

• Shape that all-important first impression, greeting and welcoming guests with warmth and professionalism

• Enhance the experience of our colleagues and clients, providing support with meeting room set up, connectivity and hospitality

• Assist in maintaining a tidy and inviting reception, mail room, and lobby area

• Keep our teams safe by having a close eye on Health & Safety practices, reporting issues as required

• Be the sites 'go-to' for providing information and assistance

What you bring: 

• Previous experience in a similar role is a plus, but excellent interpersonal and communication skills are the key

• A positive, energetic and proactive attitude with a passion for customer service

• Proficient in office software (e.g., Microsoft office, excel, power-point, outlook)

• Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail

What we offer: 

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• An Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family).
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Mercer Aspire Pension Plan
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
• Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today and start your journey with Sodexo! 

For careers that mean business.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications

Package Description

Facilities Assistant

• Monday - Friday
• Working hours between 7.00 AM - 7.00 PM
• 30 hours per week
• £12 per hour + Sodexo benefits
• Bookable car park on site
• Discounted meals at the canteen,
• Discounted travel cards

About The Company

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll make sure we have a clean and well-maintained environment so that residents feel at home and staff can do their jobs well. Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere is part of our commitment to delivering first-class care and support. You can expect plenty of variety as a Head of Maintenance with us. You'll turn your hand to all sorts of tasks within the care home building as well as in the gardens and grounds. That could mean fixing a leaky tap one minute and planting some new bulbs the next. You should be comfortable working alone, leading a team and supporting the General Manager with annual budget planning. We'll also need you to liaise with contractors on jobs that fall outside the expertise of your team. ABOUT YOUThe wellbeing of our residents will be your number one priority as a Head of Maintenance at Barchester you'll make sure all work is carried out with sensitivity to their needs. With hands-on experience of property maintenance, you'll have at least one trade skill and, ideally, a proven ability to undertake a wide range of maintenance tasks. You should be reliable and flexible when it comes to your working hours. This role also calls for a full UK driving licence, IT literacy and GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent). REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more! If you'd like to use your maintenance and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Clinical Undertaking patient facing and patient supporting roles to ensure effective medicines use, through shared decision-making conversations with patients. Carrying out medicines optimisation tasks including effective medicine administration (e.g. checking inhaler technique), supporting medication reviews and medicines reconciliation. Where required, utilise consultation skills to work in partnership with patients to ensure they use their medicines effectively. Supporting medication reviews and medicines reconciliation for new care home patients and synchronising medicines for patient transfers between care settings, linking with local community pharmacists, and referring to the pharmacist for structured medication reviews, as required. Providing specialist expertise, where competent, to address both the public health and social care needs of patients, including lifestyle advice, service information, and help in tackling local health inequalities. Taking a central role in the clinical aspects of shared care protocols and liaising with the PCN and other specialist pharmacists for more complex patients. Supporting initiatives for antimicrobial stewardship to reduce inappropriate antibiotic prescribing. Technical and Administrative Working with the PCN multi-disciplinary team to ensure efficient medicines optimisation, including implementing efficient ordering and return processes and reducing wastage. Providing training and support on the legal, safe and secure handling of medicines, including the implementation of the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS). Developing relationships with other pharmacy technicians, pharmacists and members of the multi-disciplinary team to support integration of the pharmacy team across health and social care including primary care, community pharmacy, secondary care and mental health. Working with, and supervising where appropriate, practice reception and/or Prescription Clerk teams in sorting and streaming general prescription requests, so as to allow GPs and clinical pharmacists to review the more clinically complex requests. The role will also require pharmacy technicians to support the implementation of national prescribing policies and guidance within GP practices, care homes and other primary care settings. This will be achieved through undertaking clinical audits (e.g. use of antibiotics), supporting quality improvement measures and contributing to the Quality and Outcomes Framework and enhanced services. In addition, pharmacy technicians will assist in the delivery of medicines optimisation incentive schemes (e.g. medicines switches) and patient safety audits. Pharmacy technicians will provide leadership for medicines management systems across PCNs, supporting practices with a range of services to get the best value from medicines by encouraging and implementing Electronic Prescriptions, safe repeat prescribing systems, and timely monitoring and management of high-risk medicines. General Ensure that all activities are monitored and evaluated. Attend internal meetings as required. Work in accordance with PCN policies, including the equal opportunities policy and practice. Attend any training courses and supervision sessions as required. Work with due regard to the PCN Health and Safety Policy, ensuring that all practices and procedures are undertaken in accordance with issued guidelines. Undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required from time to time. Special working conditions To be prepared to work flexibly if required and at different locations across the primary care network. Supervision Oversee administrative processes and provide support to colleagues, ensuring efficient operations and effective team collaboration.

This is an apprenticeship role, delivered by Robert Bosch Ltd.
If cars ignite your passion, Renault is here to fuel it
further. Our comprehensive training program covers the latest products and
innovations, guided by dedicated Renault trainers who are committed to
expanding your knowledge and honing your skills. Training sessions will take
place both at your workplace and at the esteemed Renault Training Centre in
Doncaster.
All we require is your commitment to the Apprenticeship
Programme and your eagerness to grow into a highly skilled Autocare Technician.
For those who excel, there’s the potential to advance to the Level 3 Motor
Vehicle Maintenance apprenticeship upon completing the Level 2 Autocare
Technician standard.
To be eligible, you must have attained a grade 4 or above
in maths and English at GCSE level or equivalent.
Your duties will encompass mastering the fundamentals of
various vehicle systems, including but not limited to steering &
suspension, braking systems, battery & charging systems, exhaust systems,
and air-conditioning systems. In addition to these technical aspects, the
apprenticeship curriculum includes modules on interpersonal skills, customer
service, parts management, and stock levels, as well as ADAS, FGAS, and basic
electrical vehicle awareness.

















Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you’ll
attain the coveted Autocare Technician Level 2 qualification, setting the stage
for a rewarding career in automotive technology.
Fundamentals of specific vehicle systems including but not limited to…
Steering & suspension
Braking systems
Battery & charging systems
Exhaust systems
Air-Conditioning systems
To enhance the delivery of the Level 2 Autocare standard, there are additional elements embedded into the qualification.
These include:
Interpersonal skills and customer service
Parts & managing stock Levels
ADAS
FGAS
Basic electrical vehicle awareness
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will achieve the Autocare Technician Level 2 qualification.













Training
This Level 2 Autocare Technician Apprenticeship is delivered by Robert Bosch Ltd.
Training is conducted on a block release basis at the Alliance Training Centre in Doncaster.
This means you will attend college-based training away from home, staying in a hotel for 15 separate weeks (Monday to Friday) over the 24 to 30-month duration of the apprenticeship.
All training-related costs are covered by the employer/program, so there will be no expense to you or your parents/guardians.
Workplace assessments will be conducted by a dedicated training assessor, and you will have a workplace mentor to support you at the dealership.
Upon completion, you will earn the following qualification:
Autocare Technician Level 2
There may also be an opportunity to progress to the Level 3 Motor Vehicle Maintenance apprenticeship after successfully completing the Level 2 Autocare Technician standard.


Qualifications required
GCSE grades 4-9 (A*-C) or Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English are required.
Please make sure to list all your relevant qualifications.
If you do not meet the qualification requirements for this apprenticeship, your application will be rejected and you will not be contacted.


Skills required
No specific skills are necessary, but a genuine interest in pursuing a career in the automotive industry or working with motor vehicles is essential.


Prospects
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship program, candidates may be offered a permanent position within the company.





Qualification / Standard : ST0499 Autocare technician
Duration 2 Years

Vehicle Technician Vacancy - Cambridge
Salary: Up to £44,500 + bonus, overtime and company benefits
Working hours: Monday to Friday, Saturday mornings on a rota.

OC18419

My client is recruiting for an experienced Vehicle Technician for our clients site in the Cambridge area. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Vehicle Technician to work for a large company.

Fantastic benefits package for Vehicle Technicians that includes:

• Competitive starting salary
• Company pension scheme

Vehicle Technician Role:

• Vehicle servicing & general maintenance
• Vehicle Diagnostics
• Brakes, suspension, clutches

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a busy workshop
• Possess Strong mechanical Skills
• Have a steady work history

All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality

VTMDL

Consultant: Jason Evans

Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter

Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. This vacancy will close at midnight on 13th September 2024 Interviews are due to be held week commencing 23rd September 2024 Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying Due to recent changes in Immigration and Sponsorship rules, only those with at least two years relevant NHS experience in this role will currently meet the required salary threshold for Sponsorship. If you will require Sponsorship and you currently have a Visa under which you can work, but it is due to expire before you have been able to gain two years relevant NHS experience to meet the required salary threshold, the Trust will not be able to Sponsor you Closing date is midnight on 8th September 2024 Interviews are due to be held on 19th September 2024 Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Corpus Christi is recruiting a General Maintenance/Handyperson to join their in-house maintenance team. The vacancy provides an opportunity to join a small, friendly team where no two days are the same, working in an assist role to all trades in College.

In return, you will receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits and conditions of employment, including a pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, car parking and use of College facilities.

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment. This vacancy will close at midnight on 8th September 2024 Interviews are due to be held on 30th September 2024 Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Commercial Tyre Technician

£32,250 per annum (OTE up to £37,000 with bonus & call outs)

Full time, permanent 44 hours per week

Tructyre are a proud part of the Michelin and Euromaster group, and Britain’s leading truck tyre specialist. We provide comprehensive commercial tyre management services to clients nationwide, including maintenance, supply, and 24/7 rapid assistance. Join us and contribute to "De-risking Britain's Fleets."

Tructyre has an exciting opportunity to join our Cambridge team as a Commercial Tyre Technician. We value our team members and offer robust support with our comprehensive induction and training program.

The role:

Manage a list of accounts ensuring that all vehicles are inspected, and any work required is carried out.
Complete all aspects of tyre fitting and maintenance including roadside breakdowns and on-site service to keep fleets moving.
Help deliver great customer experiences.
Manage and maintain tools, equipment and stock in line with the Warehouse Management System guidelines to help you work efficiently.
Ensure the highest level of safety protocols are always followed.

Benefits & Perks:

Newly revised and improved bonuses and call-out fees.
REACT Card bonus of £800 (Card must be valid at time of joining).
Industry-recognised REACT Training.
28 days (246.5 hours) holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) with additional holidays for long service.
Pension scheme matched up to 4.5% of base salary.
Private Health Cover.
Health cash plan with access to a virtual GP and employee assistance program.
Discounts on holidays, shopping, restaurants and much more.
Tyre discount schemes.
Company van for commuting.
Uniform and PPE provided.
Company sick pay.

What we are looking for:

Eligibility to work in the UK.
Full and valid UK Driver's License.
Adaptability to changing priorities and challenges.
Availability for depot call-out rotation.
Prior experience in commercial/truck tyre fitting would be beneficial.
License to Fit, REACT, or City & Guilds training preferred.

If you feel your skills match some or all the above, then we’d love to hear from you!

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge? Have you considered working in a hospital outpatient pharmacy?

We are currently looking for an Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician to join the team in our {Branch Name} branch.

Your overall responsibility will be to participate in the whole dispensing process. The role will also involve establishing and developing long term relationships with customers, healthcare professionals and Trust colleagues.

You must have an NVQ3 in Pharmacy Services & Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician qualification. In order to be successful, you must be registered with the GPhC and be able to provide a membership number upon request.

The hours & Working Pattern of the role are:

Total Hours Contracted 45

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday 8:30 - 6:00

INDRL

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. This vacancy will close at midnight on 25th August 2024 Interview date:- To be confirmed Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment Benefits to you We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

1. OUR MISSION:
Promoting a future that is nature-inspired. We are an award-winning sustainable material science company dedicated to developing innovative materials that are environmentally friendly and socially responsible. Sparxell’s products are sustainably designed to overcome the challenges associated with synthetic and unethically-sourced pigments.
Redesigning how colours are made. Sparxell’s pioneering pigments are made with cellulose extracted from plants nanostructured in a wide range of vibrant shades. Sparxell’s patented technology arises from multiple years of interdisciplinary research performed at the University of Cambridge. Sparxell’s ambition is to foster sustainability in advanced materials, with a targeted impact on multiple sectors that heavily rely on colouring matter, from cosmetics to fashion, packaging, paint and food.

2. WHAT WE LOOK FOR:
Working closely with our R&D and Production team, you will support laboratory experiments, scale-up Sparxell’s current technology, and contribute to developing its future technological edge.
Your main tasks will involve:
- Contributing to deliver the company’s research and production strategy.
- Operating pilot production processes, which includes state-of-the-art reactors, heating/cooling systems, mechanical processing equipment, and drying units.
- Conducting experiments and sample preparation using various techniques, which may be repetitive, to deliver minimum viable products.
- Supporting the optimisation of processes from lab bench to scale-up and production.
- Maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies to ensure their proper functioning.
- Supporting troubleshooting equipment and methodological issues.
- Contributing to setting up and managing protocols.
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Collaborating with internal teams and external partners, including customers, academic institutions, and government agencies.

3. YOUR PROFILE & QUALIFICATIONS:
We are seeking a highly skilled person capable of careful and independent work, familiar with standard laboratory techniques and keen on learning.
You earned at least a B.A. or equivalent with relevant academic and/or industrial experience. Profiles without degrees having outstanding professional experience are also welcome.
Ideally you have prior experience in one or more of the following industries:
- Process engineering and manufacturing processes.
- Formulation, colourant, fine chemicals, photonics and materials processing.
- Plant-based or bio-based polymer, lignocellulosic bio-refinery, pre-treatment and extraction.
- Cellulose material preparation, such as prior experience with suspension, film and coating.
You are proficient in various laboratory techniques and equipment, which you may optimise independently.
You are keen to engage in a fast-paced and exciting working environment in which you will play a decisive role in the company’s future success.
You are a team player who communicates with passion and accuracy on each project you are part of. Your command of English is good, and you may be fluent in another language.

4. BENEFITS & CONDITIONS:
Deadline for application: 30th of September 2024.
Contract: Full-time permanent contract with career advancement and opportunities.
Starting: When available, ideally by the 14th of October 2024.
Location: Cambridge, UK, with flexible working arrangements.
Estimated remuneration: £ 30k with early employee benefits.
Right to work in the UK: We have a legal responsibility to ensure that you have the right to work in the UK before you can start working with us. Therefore, if you still need to get the right to work in the UK, any offer of employment will be conditional upon you gaining this right.
References: Offers of appointment will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references.

5. FEELING LIKE JOINING OUR TEAM?
If you want to join our endeavours, please send your CV and a cover letter to careers@sparxell.com. Please name your documents as JobID_Forename Surname_CV or CL for faster internal processing. With these two mandatory documents, feel free to add any miscellaneous material supporting your application.
Colour speaks to all, and so does Sparxell. Our company is committed to building a diverse team and an inclusive environment where all employees belong. We encourage women, people of colour, of all ages, individuals with disabilities, gender-expansive individuals and LGBTQ+ candidates, and other under-represented minorities to apply to this position.
We will aim to review your application within a week and get back to you within a reasonable time with a final decision on your application.