Technical Manager - Hybrid We are currently working with one of our Tier 1 clients who are a market leader in their industry sector. They are looking for an experienced Technical Manager to join them on a hybrid working basis. Job Purpose The Technical Manager is responsible for the technology systems that deliver 24/7/365 services for the client's Monitoring Services Business, namely the support and maintenance of the 8x8 and 3CX telephony systems and the Sentinel and Immix alarm handling platforms, amongst a wide range of other supporting signalling and communication technologies including TCP/IP, VPN, 4G and data storage technologies including SQL. The Technical Manager manages the remote engineering team and is responsible for ensuring reactive and pro-active services requests, problems, changes and issues are dealt with within the set KPI's, providing all stakeholders with accurate and timely reports as required. The Technical Manager will ensure all staff within the remote engineering team are supported with adequate training and development to be able to perform their duties. This Technical Manager will also work with the business to drive best practice and efficiencies within the ARC, looking at how where technology can be used to drive efficiency in areas such as AI and automation. The Technical Manager will work with the Customer Services, Admin and Support Teams to ensure that non routine, large data imports and ingested into systems correctly and that reporting requirements are met. Primary Skills Management of the company telecom systems 8x8 and 3CX - maintaining high quality call routing plans and document Management of the company alarm handling systems - maintaining alarm signalling documentation Produce and maintain high quality Stand Operating Procedure (SOP) documentation. Support in post incident investigations, identifying route cause and corrective actions identifying possible equipment misconfiguration, maintenance, training issues or general failure. Understand Alarm Receiving Centre Standards including BS5979 Cat II, BS8484, BS8418, BS EN 50518, support accreditation compliance. Understand Standards including ISO27001, ISO22301 and support accreditation compliance. SIM Supplier Management- Utilisation, Overage, Tariffs, Contracts Management of SQL Data - Stored Procedures, Reporting Monitor/Manage/support Training of the remote Monitoring Engineer Support function to deliver excellent service. Ensure ARC compliance with all Monitoring Standards, Supporting with Audits Liaising with all accreditation bodies. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
28/03/2024
Full time
Technical Manager - Hybrid We are currently working with one of our Tier 1 clients who are a market leader in their industry sector. They are looking for an experienced Technical Manager to join them on a hybrid working basis. Job Purpose The Technical Manager is responsible for the technology systems that deliver 24/7/365 services for the client's Monitoring Services Business, namely the support and maintenance of the 8x8 and 3CX telephony systems and the Sentinel and Immix alarm handling platforms, amongst a wide range of other supporting signalling and communication technologies including TCP/IP, VPN, 4G and data storage technologies including SQL. The Technical Manager manages the remote engineering team and is responsible for ensuring reactive and pro-active services requests, problems, changes and issues are dealt with within the set KPI's, providing all stakeholders with accurate and timely reports as required. The Technical Manager will ensure all staff within the remote engineering team are supported with adequate training and development to be able to perform their duties. This Technical Manager will also work with the business to drive best practice and efficiencies within the ARC, looking at how where technology can be used to drive efficiency in areas such as AI and automation. The Technical Manager will work with the Customer Services, Admin and Support Teams to ensure that non routine, large data imports and ingested into systems correctly and that reporting requirements are met. Primary Skills Management of the company telecom systems 8x8 and 3CX - maintaining high quality call routing plans and document Management of the company alarm handling systems - maintaining alarm signalling documentation Produce and maintain high quality Stand Operating Procedure (SOP) documentation. Support in post incident investigations, identifying route cause and corrective actions identifying possible equipment misconfiguration, maintenance, training issues or general failure. Understand Alarm Receiving Centre Standards including BS5979 Cat II, BS8484, BS8418, BS EN 50518, support accreditation compliance. Understand Standards including ISO27001, ISO22301 and support accreditation compliance. SIM Supplier Management- Utilisation, Overage, Tariffs, Contracts Management of SQL Data - Stored Procedures, Reporting Monitor/Manage/support Training of the remote Monitoring Engineer Support function to deliver excellent service. Ensure ARC compliance with all Monitoring Standards, Supporting with Audits Liaising with all accreditation bodies. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
Position Available : Supplier Development Manager Location : Stevenage - Dynamic Working Hours Salary : Up to £50,000 Experience needed : Experience in ensuring effective supplier performance, capability and risk management, and implementing both Legacy and cutting-edge technologies. About the role We are a leading defence company who are at the forefront of innovation in the industry and your work will have a direct impact on the safety and security of the UK & our allies. We are currently looking for a Supplier Development Manager to work in our team who primarily focus on navigation and sensor technologies. In this role you will support the team in: Influencing the evolution of the company's business environment Improving internal working practices to drive efficiency and effectiveness Handling supplier performance in terms of delivery and quality Collaborating with fellow procurement professionals, with internal collaborators (internal customers, procurement colleagues, technical and quality authorities,) and with key suppliers Influence training and development programmes in Procurement and Quality knowledge What we need from you: Experience of supply chain management/Supplier Development Manager in the Aerospace, Defence or Manufacturing environments is desirable Demonstrated ability to improve Supplier Performance (Delivery and Quality) using appropriate tools and lean methodologies Handling a portfolio of suppliers on a day-to-day basis and reporting into designated project the performance and handle supply chain risks to closure Assess supply chain and suppliers' capability to meet the delivery profile for both current state vs Future state Proficient in creating/validating process flows, lead time analysis, understanding capacity bottlenecks, yield, resources, and sub-tier mapping activities to form an industrial view of supplier Hold excellent problem-solving skills and understanding of techniques such as DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control) to develop and implement root cause analysis and improvement plans within Supply Chain Identify, Advance, and mitigate potential Supply Chain Risks and put in place associated improvement and mitigation plans Conducting analysis and providing/delivering executive summaries Additionally, you may be responsible/assist in department supply chain excellence improvements If you would like to know more details about the position or want to register your interest, hit apply below. We'd love to hear from you!
28/03/2024
Full time
Position Available : Supplier Development Manager Location : Stevenage - Dynamic Working Hours Salary : Up to £50,000 Experience needed : Experience in ensuring effective supplier performance, capability and risk management, and implementing both Legacy and cutting-edge technologies. About the role We are a leading defence company who are at the forefront of innovation in the industry and your work will have a direct impact on the safety and security of the UK & our allies. We are currently looking for a Supplier Development Manager to work in our team who primarily focus on navigation and sensor technologies. In this role you will support the team in: Influencing the evolution of the company's business environment Improving internal working practices to drive efficiency and effectiveness Handling supplier performance in terms of delivery and quality Collaborating with fellow procurement professionals, with internal collaborators (internal customers, procurement colleagues, technical and quality authorities,) and with key suppliers Influence training and development programmes in Procurement and Quality knowledge What we need from you: Experience of supply chain management/Supplier Development Manager in the Aerospace, Defence or Manufacturing environments is desirable Demonstrated ability to improve Supplier Performance (Delivery and Quality) using appropriate tools and lean methodologies Handling a portfolio of suppliers on a day-to-day basis and reporting into designated project the performance and handle supply chain risks to closure Assess supply chain and suppliers' capability to meet the delivery profile for both current state vs Future state Proficient in creating/validating process flows, lead time analysis, understanding capacity bottlenecks, yield, resources, and sub-tier mapping activities to form an industrial view of supplier Hold excellent problem-solving skills and understanding of techniques such as DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control) to develop and implement root cause analysis and improvement plans within Supply Chain Identify, Advance, and mitigate potential Supply Chain Risks and put in place associated improvement and mitigation plans Conducting analysis and providing/delivering executive summaries Additionally, you may be responsible/assist in department supply chain excellence improvements If you would like to know more details about the position or want to register your interest, hit apply below. We'd love to hear from you!
Senior Control System Architect (Scada) Woking (Hybrid working 3 days per week onsite) £75,000 Must hold current SC or be eligible for and willing to obtain SC clearance. Can you unlock the potential of power transmission as a Senior Control System Architect! In this pivotal role, you will spearhead the design and implementation of Power Transmission SCADA and Data Historian systems. Working collaboratively with a dynamic team, you'll be at the forefront of technical guidance, ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions within optimal timeframes and costs. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate closely with stakeholders and suppliers to achieve project goals. Take ownership of producing top-notch solutions while optimizing delivery time and cost. Ensure system designs align with business requirements and adhere to Architecture Principles. Provide actionable insights and proposals to the project leadership team. Work collaboratively with Product Owners, Technical Product Owners, Delivery managers, Engineers, Test Engineers, and Customer Experience Designers. Take responsibility for delivering technical artifacts and effectively communicate project risks. Manage and guide teams while handling customer and stakeholder interactions. Key Skills/Knowledge/Experience: Extensive experience in Control Systems, particularly Electrical Control Systems (eg, GE AEMS, PowerOn Reliance, Alstom, etc.). In-depth understanding of Operations Technologies, including SCADA, RTU, Telemetry, and Substation Automation. Excellent knowledge of Data Historians such as OSI PI, GE Proficy. Proficiency in control room protocols (ICCP, C37.118, IEC 60870-5-104/101, Modbus, etc.). Strong understanding of databases (Oracle, SQL, Cosmos DB). Ability to engage with stakeholders, perform Feasibility and Analysis, and create high-level design documents. Expertise in Industrial and IT Networks protocols, VLAN, VPN, DMZ, Firewalls, Switches, Load balancers, and related standards (ISA 95). Clear understanding of Enterprise and Secure networks, with the ability to delineate system needs. Expertise in Electrical Power Systems, Substation Engineering, and Electrical Networks. Familiarity with System Operator specifics like RTU, PMU, Inertia Monitoring, and Balancing. Experience in integrating applications with different systems using Web Services (REST/SOAP API). Robust understanding of NIST/NIS-D Security Requirements and Compliance, with knowledge of IDS. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team. Demonstrated ability to recognize and communicate project risks and adapt to changing priorities. SC Clearance or eligibility for SC Clearance is a must. It would be advantageous if you had an understanding of Settlements, Renewable Energy, etc.
28/03/2024
Full time
Senior Control System Architect (Scada) Woking (Hybrid working 3 days per week onsite) £75,000 Must hold current SC or be eligible for and willing to obtain SC clearance. Can you unlock the potential of power transmission as a Senior Control System Architect! In this pivotal role, you will spearhead the design and implementation of Power Transmission SCADA and Data Historian systems. Working collaboratively with a dynamic team, you'll be at the forefront of technical guidance, ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions within optimal timeframes and costs. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate closely with stakeholders and suppliers to achieve project goals. Take ownership of producing top-notch solutions while optimizing delivery time and cost. Ensure system designs align with business requirements and adhere to Architecture Principles. Provide actionable insights and proposals to the project leadership team. Work collaboratively with Product Owners, Technical Product Owners, Delivery managers, Engineers, Test Engineers, and Customer Experience Designers. Take responsibility for delivering technical artifacts and effectively communicate project risks. Manage and guide teams while handling customer and stakeholder interactions. Key Skills/Knowledge/Experience: Extensive experience in Control Systems, particularly Electrical Control Systems (eg, GE AEMS, PowerOn Reliance, Alstom, etc.). In-depth understanding of Operations Technologies, including SCADA, RTU, Telemetry, and Substation Automation. Excellent knowledge of Data Historians such as OSI PI, GE Proficy. Proficiency in control room protocols (ICCP, C37.118, IEC 60870-5-104/101, Modbus, etc.). Strong understanding of databases (Oracle, SQL, Cosmos DB). Ability to engage with stakeholders, perform Feasibility and Analysis, and create high-level design documents. Expertise in Industrial and IT Networks protocols, VLAN, VPN, DMZ, Firewalls, Switches, Load balancers, and related standards (ISA 95). Clear understanding of Enterprise and Secure networks, with the ability to delineate system needs. Expertise in Electrical Power Systems, Substation Engineering, and Electrical Networks. Familiarity with System Operator specifics like RTU, PMU, Inertia Monitoring, and Balancing. Experience in integrating applications with different systems using Web Services (REST/SOAP API). Robust understanding of NIST/NIS-D Security Requirements and Compliance, with knowledge of IDS. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team. Demonstrated ability to recognize and communicate project risks and adapt to changing priorities. SC Clearance or eligibility for SC Clearance is a must. It would be advantageous if you had an understanding of Settlements, Renewable Energy, etc.
Opex Improvement Consultant Max Supplier Charge Rate: Market Rate Clearance required: BPSS Duration: 6 months Location: Hinkley Point C - Bridgwater, Somerset/possibility to work 1 day a week from home IR35 Status: Mandated PAYE only We are heading up a recruitment drive on behalf of a leading IT consultancy that require a Opex Improvement Consultant to join their team on a major nuclear project that is based at Hinckley Point. Job Description: Main Responsibilities: You will contribute to the improvement of all the OPEX Quality activities on site for the project with respect to the Management System in force Lead the continuous improvement process and help in the proper application of OPEX tools (visual management including 5S approach, field routines, deployment of work standards, A3 or 8D problem solving methods, suggestion system, etc.) Contribute to the definition of the objectives of the site's annual performance plan (simplification of processes, process expertise, etc.) and supervise their implementation Lead, energize, facilitate the conduct of continuous improvement projects and ensure progress reporting Disseminate and ensure the use of the Framatome group's standard formats Ensure the follow-up of the site's masterplan (prioritized action plan) Provide expertise and training to managers in the areas of problem solving Provide support to all employees in the use of Excellence, human reliability or project management tools. Key Skills and experiences: You have an engineer degree with ideally a first experience in the field of quality and engineering. You have operational experience in an industrial environment on a production site of at least 5 years (Production, Maintenance, Methods, etc.) You have knowledge and experience in Lean You have knowledge of project management You are field-oriented and results-oriented You demonstrate an ability to convince, unite and lead change Background: Nuclear, Off-shore, Aerospace, Nuclear manufacturing Additional information No job travel, on site Full Time
27/03/2024
Project-based
Opex Improvement Consultant Max Supplier Charge Rate: Market Rate Clearance required: BPSS Duration: 6 months Location: Hinkley Point C - Bridgwater, Somerset/possibility to work 1 day a week from home IR35 Status: Mandated PAYE only We are heading up a recruitment drive on behalf of a leading IT consultancy that require a Opex Improvement Consultant to join their team on a major nuclear project that is based at Hinckley Point. Job Description: Main Responsibilities: You will contribute to the improvement of all the OPEX Quality activities on site for the project with respect to the Management System in force Lead the continuous improvement process and help in the proper application of OPEX tools (visual management including 5S approach, field routines, deployment of work standards, A3 or 8D problem solving methods, suggestion system, etc.) Contribute to the definition of the objectives of the site's annual performance plan (simplification of processes, process expertise, etc.) and supervise their implementation Lead, energize, facilitate the conduct of continuous improvement projects and ensure progress reporting Disseminate and ensure the use of the Framatome group's standard formats Ensure the follow-up of the site's masterplan (prioritized action plan) Provide expertise and training to managers in the areas of problem solving Provide support to all employees in the use of Excellence, human reliability or project management tools. Key Skills and experiences: You have an engineer degree with ideally a first experience in the field of quality and engineering. You have operational experience in an industrial environment on a production site of at least 5 years (Production, Maintenance, Methods, etc.) You have knowledge and experience in Lean You have knowledge of project management You are field-oriented and results-oriented You demonstrate an ability to convince, unite and lead change Background: Nuclear, Off-shore, Aerospace, Nuclear manufacturing Additional information No job travel, on site Full Time
You would be joining a leading automation services provider with a reputation for excellence and innovation. They help their customers to automate any manufacturing process, from simple to complex, across a range of sectors. You will be able to apply your technical engineering background (think of your previous days as a Controls Systems/Automation Engineer within industrial automation ) to ensure your project teams meet their project deadlines without compromising on the quality of solutions to customers. This role would not be the best fit if you do not have industrial automation experience - this is an essential skill and those who are more in the IT sector/general PM experience will not be able to be considered. Whether it's Pharmaceutical, Chemical, Energy, Aerospace or Logistics, they have the expertise and experience to handle it. You will be joining a small team of Project Managers to manage the full project life cycle from initial request to the final handover. You will be responsible for: Responsible for specifying and delivering projects to meet customer requirements and expectations. You are slick in planning and controlling milestones, risk management, internal and external reporting, supplier management and quality control. You are a team player who is decisive, adaptable and accountable whilst having a genuine interest in actively developing those who report to you. This role will require you to work in their Bristol office for three days a week, so you must be willing to relocate or already be within a commutable distance of Bristol. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic and successful company that values its people and rewards their performance. You will receive a competitive salary of up to £65,000 per annum dependent on experience plus benefits including 25 days holiday entitlement and private medical. *Candidates requiring sponsorship or not already a full time resident of the UK will not be eligible to apply* To find out more about Progressive Recruitment please visit our website Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 1st Floor, 75 King William Street, London, EC4N 7BE, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales
25/03/2024
Full time
You would be joining a leading automation services provider with a reputation for excellence and innovation. They help their customers to automate any manufacturing process, from simple to complex, across a range of sectors. You will be able to apply your technical engineering background (think of your previous days as a Controls Systems/Automation Engineer within industrial automation ) to ensure your project teams meet their project deadlines without compromising on the quality of solutions to customers. This role would not be the best fit if you do not have industrial automation experience - this is an essential skill and those who are more in the IT sector/general PM experience will not be able to be considered. Whether it's Pharmaceutical, Chemical, Energy, Aerospace or Logistics, they have the expertise and experience to handle it. You will be joining a small team of Project Managers to manage the full project life cycle from initial request to the final handover. You will be responsible for: Responsible for specifying and delivering projects to meet customer requirements and expectations. You are slick in planning and controlling milestones, risk management, internal and external reporting, supplier management and quality control. You are a team player who is decisive, adaptable and accountable whilst having a genuine interest in actively developing those who report to you. This role will require you to work in their Bristol office for three days a week, so you must be willing to relocate or already be within a commutable distance of Bristol. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic and successful company that values its people and rewards their performance. You will receive a competitive salary of up to £65,000 per annum dependent on experience plus benefits including 25 days holiday entitlement and private medical. *Candidates requiring sponsorship or not already a full time resident of the UK will not be eligible to apply* To find out more about Progressive Recruitment please visit our website Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 1st Floor, 75 King William Street, London, EC4N 7BE, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales