Astute's Power team are currently recruiting for a Cost Controller to join the EPC Contractor to oversee and manage the costs across 2 power plants in construction in Eye & Bedfordshire. The role is a fixed term contract for 12 months. The Cost Controller position comes with a salary from 45,000 to 50,000. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Manage and monitor project costs, budgets, and forecasts across two live EPC projects during the final construction and commissioning phases. Maintain accurate cost reporting, including weekly and monthly cost reports for senior project and commercial management. Track actual spend vs budget, identifying cost variances and providing recommendations to maintain financial control. Work closely with project managers, commercial teams, and site teams to ensure cost data reflects real-time project activity. Support forecasting and cash flow management, updating financial projections as projects move toward...

Class 1 Weekend Driver Location: Bedford (MK43) Contract: Ongoing Temporary (Year-round stability) Earnings: From 22.41 up to 49.61ph Class 1 Weekend Driver Opportunity Join Gi Group supporting one of the UK's biggest supermarkets, as a Class 1 Weekend Driver. This isn't just seasonal help; we are looking for professional drivers for a long-term partnership based in, Bedford. You will play a vital role in keeping the nation fed by delivering to stores and petrol stations across the region. Role & Responsibilities : Chilled & frozen loads, mostly stored in cages but some cases may be pallets 1-3 store deliveries , this can be to supermarkets or petrol station stores Drivers must be flexible to operate Class 1and Class 2 vehicles (always paid at Class 1 rate) Conducting thorough vehicle checks and maintaining accurate digital tachograph records. Drivers must drive as per clients professional standards which you will be coached and trained on Ability...

Job Title: VNA Driver - Warehouse Operative Night Shift Location: Bedford Employment Type: Full Time 40 Hour Working Week Shift: Monday - Friday 21 00 Salary: £29,160 - £30,160 Per Annum Plus an Attendance bonus of £200 per month Are you an experienced warehouse operative who takes pride in accuracy and efficiency? PW Gates is looking for a VNA Driver to join our hardworking and friendly warehouse team at our Bedford Wixam s Site. Role Overview As a VNA Driver, you ll play a crucial part in ensuring that customer orders are picked, processed, and prepared for dispatch with precision and care. Operating a VNA truck, you ll handle stock movements at height, maintain accurate inventory records, and help keep our warehouse running safely and efficiently. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, is highly organised, and has a keen eye for detail. Key Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to: Picking and scanning...

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Project Manager - Signalling Rail to join our dynamic Eastern and Southern team at Bedford. 37.5 hrs per week -Hybrid working. In this role, you will be responsible for the management and delivery of small to medium sized signalling projects, predominantly through the ERP framework, to contract specification and programme, while building and sustaining long term customer relationships. This role offers you the unique opportunity to work with one of NR main contractors on Signalling and OLE frameworks across the Eastern region . What You'll Do: Project mobilisation in line with core Business requirements including production of core project documentation. Ensure projects meet critical success factors, project acceptance criteria and customer quality expectations Defining products / specific deliverables to be delivered by the project Ensuring that the engagement of any third-party project resources is...

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent QS/Commercial Manager to join our dynamic Eastern and Southern Rail team at York or Bedford. 40 hrs per week, hybrid working with an expectation to travel between both locations. In this role, you will support the Commercial team on delivery of all contractual and commercial duties. Ensuring the implementation of strategy compliant with the Amey Freedom to Perform approach, governance, and legislation to ensure the recovery of contractual entitlement. Play a key role in the development of collaborative client relationships in support of successful account delivery, aiding change and conflict management, and promoting Amey in retaining/winning future works. Providing support to both Supply Chain procurement and Work Winning activities. This role offers you the unique opportunity to contribute to important transport infrastructure projects and community improvements. You'll gain valuable experience, collaborate with...

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent QS/Commercial Manager to join our dynamic Eastern and Southern Rail team at York or Bedford. 40 hrs per week, hybrid working with an expectation to travel between both locations. In this role, you will support the Commercial team on delivery of all contractual and commercial duties. Ensuring the implementation of strategy compliant with the Amey Freedom to Perform approach, governance, and legislation to ensure the recovery of contractual entitlement. Play a key role in the development of collaborative client relationships in support of successful account delivery, aiding change and conflict management, and promoting Amey in retaining/winning future works. Providing support to both Supply Chain procurement and Work Winning activities. This role offers you the unique opportunity to contribute to important transport infrastructure projects and community improvements. You'll gain valuable experience, collaborate with...

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Assistant Project Manager - Signalling to join our dynamic Eastern and Southern team at Bedford. 37.5 hrs per week, hybrid working with a requirement of 3 days in the office. In this role you will support the successful delivery of a range of multidisciplinary and single-discipline projects, working closely with experienced project professionals to gain hands-on exposure across delivery, commercial, and bid activity. This role offers you the unique opportunity to with one of Network Rail's main contractors on Signalling, telecoms and OLE frameworks across the Eastern region. What You'll Do: Prepare information for both internal PRM and external to client, including KPI'S in line with period reporting. Act as comms liaison under direction of the PM. Outline cost estimating, management and monitoring of project budget. Project planning, programming, cost control and administration. Maintain high technical...

Position: Electro Mechanical Assembler Location: Kempston Proactive are currently working with a client who are a market leader in their field based in Kempston. The client are currently in need of a Electro Mechanical Assembler. The need is due to rapid company growth, the successful candidate will be joining a thriving business and be helping maintain the site's function through this exciting influx of work. Your daily duties will include: Read and interpret technical drawings, wiring schematics and follow PIO instructions to ensure correct assembly and wiring. Operate electrical test equipment to ensure systems function correctly and safely. Work with systems in hybrid and electric units, ensuring safe handling and integration. Ensure all work meets quality standards and is completed within production schedules. Report all issues and non-conformance to Team Leader / Supervisor. Operate overhead cranes and other lifting equipment as required. React to...

Forklift Driver / Warehouse Operative Required (Counterbalance & Reach Truck licenses required) Job Type: Permanent, Fulltime - 37.5 Hours Per Week Hours: Monday to Friday, Rotating shifts 6am - 2pm & 2pm - 10pm Are you ready to join a dynamic and supportive team? Our client, a leading manufacturing business is looking for a Warehouse Operative to contribute to their continued success. As a Warehouse Operative, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the warehouse. Key Responsibilities: Pick and dispatch orders to customers to a high-quality standard. Check incoming components for quantity and integrity, storing them correctly. Operate within Health & Safety regulations at all times. Be flexible to work at offsite storage locations when required. Handle a variety of tasks both inside and outside, in all weather conditions. Requirements: Accredited Counterbalance Forklift Truck and Reach Truck licences. Experience in a...

Ashley Kate HR are excited to be partnering with our well established manufacturing and distribution client in Bedford, as they recruit for a HR Manager to join them. Our client are a small business, with a global presence and and a real passion for their products, sustainability and the environment. The HR Manager will be responsible for the overall HR function for the business. You will manage a generalist remit, Review and develop policies & processes, report on HR metrics and attend meetings with the senior leadership team, manage appraisals, coach and advise management on process, recruitment & onboarding, and Employee relations. We seek a candidate who is passionate about Learning & development to develop training within the business, in particular focusing on leadership development. You will have experience in embedding a positive working culture with a passion for engagement, who can instill the companies strong people values. HR Manager - About you...

Are you a talented and experienced Deputy Manager looking for a new role? We have an excellent opportunity for a dedicated individual to join a lovely nursery in Bedord, Northamptonshire Person Specification: NVQ level 3 Childcare qualification or equivalent Experience of motivating teams and developing practice Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (Desirable) Paediatric First Aid (Desirable) Some of the responsibilities of the Deputy Manager will include: Working closely with the Nursey Manager and providing cover for this role as required Leading by example and ensuring staff are caring for the all-round daily needs of the children to enhance their physical, intellectual,social and emotional development Ensuring staff effectively implement Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum in daily practice Ensuring children are offered age appropriate activities and al staff maintain their children s learning journals Manage staff supervisions, meetings and training...

Staff Match are recruiting an inspirational Room Leader to join a beautiful nursery in Bedford, Bedfordshire. The ideal candidate must have excellent team building, communication and organisational skills. Person Specification: NVQ level 3 Childcare qualification or equivalent Good working knowledge of EYFS curriculum and planning Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (Desirable) Paediatric First Aid (Desirable) Some of the Room Leader responsibilities will include: Leading by example and directing room staff and apprentices, ensuring correct adult/child ratios are maintained. To carry out daily risk assessments and ensure children are cared for in a safe stimulating environment. Key worker responsibilities and ensuring each individual child learning and development needs are met. Building positive relationships with families and careers. To attend monthly staff meetings, nursery open days, training as required. To work 40 hours per week. Working with EYFS...

Machine Operators Required Bedford (Rotating Shifts) - Start ASAP Daily duties Operation of production machinery safety and efficiently Inspect production for quality on assigned machines according to the Product Specification Sheets (PSS) and ensures parts meet specifications. Communicate with previous and following shift personnel to alert for quality and production related issues. Works with the manufacturing and quality personnel of the team to identify suspected defects and works with the team to identify root causes and corrective actions. Maintains standards of cleanliness of the production area and general work area supporting a 5's environment. Supports team-oriented activities and demonstrates collaborative team interaction. Required Skills Previous experience operating industrial machinery, Highly self-motivated to learn and perform. Works with minimum supervision Good standard of English, both written and verbal Skills necessary to operate as a team...

Electronic Assemblers/Solderers Required Bedford Key Responsibilities: PCB assembly and soldering Wiring and soldering of cables and looms General electrical and mechanical assembly Use a variety tools safely and effectively. Conduct quality checks to ensure products meet specifications. Collaborate with team members to meet production targets. Maintain a clean and organized work area. Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols. Qualifications and Experience: Previous wiring and soldering experience Willingness to learn and follow instructions. Previous experience in a similar role is beneficial but not essential. Additional Info: Working hours: 8.00am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday Start date: ASAP Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Our Business Selwood is the UK s leading pump rental solutions company and part of the Workdry International Group, delivering reliable, tailored pumping solutions to the Water, Environmental and Construction sectors for over 70 years. Our success is built on the strength of our people. Across our nationwide network of branches, we work together with honesty, respect and teamwork sharing ideas, supporting one another and always striving to improve. Safety is at the heart of everything we do, ensuring our people and the communities we work in get home safe every day, while our work helps protect vital resources for future generations. It s an exciting time to join Selwood as we continue to grow. We re committed to investing in our people developing the skills, knowledge and career opportunities that help our teams succeed and build long-term careers with us. About the Role We are looking for a Mobile Fitter to join the fantastic team at our Bedford branch. This role...

Production Operators Required Bedford (Rotating Shifts) - Start ASAP Daily duties Operation of production machinery safety and efficiently Inspect production for quality on assigned machines according to the Product Specification Sheets (PSS) and ensures parts meet specifications. Communicate with previous and following shift personnel to alert for quality and production related issues. Works with the manufacturing and quality personnel of the team to identify suspected defects and works with the team to identify root causes and corrective actions. Maintains standards of cleanliness of the production area and general work area supporting a 5's environment. Supports team-oriented activities and demonstrates collaborative team interaction. Required Skills Previous experience operating industrial machinery, Highly self-motivated to learn and perform. Works with minimum supervision Good standard of English, both written and verbal Skills necessary to operate as a team...

Why This Role Matters This is a high-impact opportunity for an Economic Analyst to play a pivotal role in shaping the evidence base behind nationally significant services. You'll deliver impartial economic impact analysis that demonstrates the real-world value of MaPS' work - both directly through your own analysis and by assuring the quality of externally commissioned evaluations.Working closely with senior leaders and key stakeholders, you'll be trusted to apply approved government models and methods to assess social and economic outcomes, influence decision-making, and strengthen organisational credibility. If you're motivated by producing rigorous, meaningful analysis that stands up to scrutiny and drives positive societal impact, this role offers both influence and purpose. What You'll Be Doing The Economic Analyst will report directly to Senior Statistician and will be responsible for: Oversee research and evaluation projects to assess the impact of services on users and the...

Overview We're Enterprise Mobility. A family-owned, global mobility leader with a $39 billion turnover, nearly 90,000 team members, and operations in 95 countries. Led by CEO Chrissy Taylor, the third generation of the Taylor family, we're built on a legacy that gives us the stability to focus on the long-term success of our people, our customers and our business. Join us, and as a three-time TargetJobs Graduate Employer of the Year and a The Times Top 100 Graduate Employer, we'll give you the freedom to explore your potential - and the support to shape your own career journey. Ready to make your move? Why join the Graduate Management Training Programme? As a Graduate Management Trainee, you'll have the freedom and support to explore your leadership potential - and the opportunity to become a branch manager in one of our retail operations in as little as two years. In fact, most of our senior leaders began their careers in this very role - including our current CEO....

Recovery Worker When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Job Title: Recovery Worker Location: Bedfordshire. Unfortunately this service does not have step free access. Salary: £26,200 Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Sunday 08.00 - 16.00 or 14.00 - 22.00. You may be required to work outside these hours as per service and resident requirements, including bank holidays as required on the rota. About the Role We are seeking a dedicated, patient, and compassionate Recovery Worker to join our team in Bedford. The service provides an 11-bed short stay, trauma informed alternative to hospital admission and facilities, part of a wider integrated initiative for urgent and emergency care. You will support our residents who are at risk of admission but can be supported outside of mental health hospital settings, by providing...

Field Maintenance HVAC Engineer Cambridge, UK (Regional Cover) 41,000 - 44,000 + on-call + company vehicle Full-time Permanent Join a Leading FM Provider Supporting Major Retail Sites This is a great opportunity for an experienced HVAC Engineer to join a well-established facilities management business supporting large retail environments across the Cambridge region. With strong contracts in place and continued growth, this role offers a stable workload, structured support, and a good balance of independence and team backing . You'll be working in a mobile role, primarily focused on service and repair, with minimal installation work, giving you variety without being pulled into heavy project installs. Why This Role? 41,000 - 44,000 salary Company vehicle provided (no live monitoring or audio) Paid on-call rota with retainer + enhanced rates Structured regional cover (one engineer per patch) Strong, long-term retail contracts Predominantly service &...