Service Manager (Planning, Development and Enforcement) Your New Organisation Southend-on-Sea City Council is a unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who work alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend. Working for Southend-on-Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovative environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work-life balance. As an upper tier Unitary Authority, we are responsible for all local government functions and are progressing the Spatial Development Strategy for Greater Essex in partnership with Essex County Council and Thurrock Council. The Council has an ambitious regeneration agenda and is the location of choice for developers, attracted by the City's excellent connectivity and built and natural...

As Chief Financial Officer, you will work closely with the CEO, COO and Board. Your new company Abbeyfield Wey Valley Society presents a compelling opportunity if you are looking for a broad CFO role with the chance to make a true impact. The current incumbent, James believes "This is a very broad role and is perfect for someone who wants to be involved in more than just producing the Budgets & Management Accounts. There's a fair amount happening in the next five years, from a £5m extension to one of our homes, to expanding our offering to new areas and potentially building a new c £10m care home, as well as helping to formulate both strategy and tactics with the leadership team and CEO, Sally. Your colleagues are a great bunch of people, and you will love working with them! It really helps if you have a strong sense of humour, are outgoing and don't take yourself too seriously!" Your new role As Chief Financial Officer, you will work closely with the CEO, COO and Board,...

You'll lead complex audits, manage teams, and work with senior stakeholders. Your new company This is a Top 10 accountancy and advisory firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality audit services. The organisation has a growing Not for Profit team, working with charities, educational institutions, and other mission-driven organisations to provide trusted advice and solutions that make a real impact. Known for its collaborative culture, commitment to professional development, and focus on work-life balance, the firm offers an environment where you can thrive and progress your career. Based in modern offices in Crawley (Gatwick) and offering a hybrid working model, this role is an easy commute from London and Brighton. Your new role As a Senior Audit Manager within the Not for Profit team, you'll play a key role in delivering audits that uphold public trust and transparency. You'll manage complex audits, lead teams on-site, and work closely with senior...

Installation Site Manager An excellent opportunity for an experienced Installation Site Manager with site management, joinery, metalwork, shopfitting, logistics, health and safety and quality control experience. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Site Installation Manager, Site Supervisor, Fabrication Installation Manager, Fit Out Site Manager, Workshop Installation Manager, Shopfitting Manager, Installations Manager   SALARY: £46,400 per annum (depending on experience) + Paid Overtime + Benefits LOCATION: South East London (SE15) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent (Freelancers / Contractors Considered) WORKING HOURS: 40 Hours per Week (8am – 5pm, Monday to Friday as standard, plus paid overtime and overnight working as required for specific out-of-hours installs. Please note: In June 2026 the company will be trialling a move to a 9-day fortnight, with the studio taking a paid...

Nursery: Bright Horizons Sonning Lane Day Nursery and Preschool Salary: £28,392 to £33,800 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location: Sonning, Reading Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a Forest School Leader to join our Bright Horizons Sonning Lane Day Nursery, situated in Sonning. Our Sonning Lane Day Nursery has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted! Our spacious garden offers lots of space to explore and provides a wealth of exciting learning opportunities in the great outdoors. From a forest area for going on mini beast hunts, a planting area to learn about how plants grow, and a treehouse climbing frame, there is always something new to discover. Our Benefits...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Sonning Lane Day Nursery and Pre School Salary – £26,662.20 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Location – Sonning, Reading Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for an Early Years Apprentice to join our Sonning Lane nursery. Our Benefits Childcare discount of 40% for first child* Enhanced parental leave 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave* Pension Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach *Subject to...

Nursery: Bright Horizons Sonning Lane Day Nursery and Preschool Salary Level 2: £27,009 - £27,823 pa (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Salary Level 3: £28,072 to £33.020 pa (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location: Sonning, Reading Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for an Early Years Practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Sonning Lane Day Nursery. The beautiful Sonning Lane Day Nursery and Preschool is a redeveloped and   enhanced home full of character and bright, airy rooms. It also has direct access to its own private, heated indoor swimming pool where qualified swimming instructors provide small group swimming lessons. We also have a huge garden...

Job Title: LABOURER Location: Reading We are currently recruiting Labourers for a range of upcoming projects in Reading We have both long-term and short-term opportunities available, offering flexibility to suit your availability. About the Role: Assisting on site with general labouring duties Supporting trades and site managers as required Loading and unloading materials Maintaining a clean and safe working environment Following all health and safety guidelines Requirements: Previous labouring or site experience preferred (but not essential) Valid CSCS card (if required) Good work ethic and reliability Ability to work as part of a team We have multiple vacancies coming up and are looking for reliable candidates ready to start soon. Please click Appiy or call us on (phone number removed). Thanks Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any...

I'm currently looking to recruit a Senior Planner P6 - Defence/ Nuclear environment, with exposure working in SC cleared environment. Looking for experienced planners to join a contract for 12 + months, working on site in Reading Essential skills: min 2 years experience as a Senior Planner Primavera P6 Background in highly regulated industry Recent experience working in Highly secured environments (SC/DV) - Candidates holding Active Clearance will benefit of a quick start date. Application Deadline: Interviews will start as soon good candidates are available. If you would like to discuss further about this opportunity or others in the UK Public Sector, please reach out (phone number removed) (extension 8144) and ask for Cristina Ghenu or you may email me at (url removed) Disability confident and Armed forces -GIS As a member of the disability confident scheme and Armed Forces our client guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability/ are...

A Day in the Life of an Ipsos Field Market Research Interviewer Imagine it: It's Wednesday afternoon. You've enjoyed your day, and now it's time for your shift as a Field Market Research Interviewer! You're heading out for a scheduled 6-hour shift (starting around 1 or 2pm), one of three you've pre-booked for the week, consisting of weekdays and weekends between the hours of 9am and 8pm. You hop in your car - you'll need that, business insurance and a valid driver's licence for this job - and head to a neighbourhood nearby. Your mission? Chatting with people about their opinions and experiences - right at their doorstep! You'll be going door-to-door, inviting people to participate in surveys. Don't worry; we provide all the training you need to feel confident approaching people, even if they weren't expecting a visit. And to make things easier, we offer mileage reimbursement for your travels. You'll use a company-provided tablet to record their answers, so no...

Randstad Live Job Alert - Job Title - Telehandler Tickets Needed - CPCS or NPORS and Driving Liscence Location - Reading Start Date - June or July. Machine Operation: Using multi-functional joysticks and changing attachments (e.g., forks, buckets, winches) depending on the task Safety & Inspections: Performing pre-start checks, routine maintenance, and strictly adhering to load charts and Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidelines. Site Support: Assisting ground crews, organizing material storage, and supporting various trades (like bricklayers) with site clearance. If Interested - Please call (phone number removed) - Thank You Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable...

Mobile A/C Engineer - Reading We're hiring an experienced, qualified Mobile A/C Engineer to join our established team, maintaining a portfolio of commercial properties . This is a maintenance role covering PPMs, breakdowns, and servicing on diverse commercial systems including VRV/VRFs, split/multi-split systems, chillers, and Air Handling Units. Required Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 (min) Air-conditioning and Refrigeration. F Gas 2079/2089 qualified. Proven commercial experience in Building Services/FM. 17th Edition is highly desired. The Offer: Competitive salary upto 42k pa. Van + Fuel Card. 33 days Holiday (inc. bank holidays). Overtime (x1.5 / x2) and Call-out available. Ongoing training and development. Apply today to join a medium-sized national FM company! Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under...

Drive technical excellence and lead the delivery of critical bridge engineering projects. Our Client has a requirement for Principal Bridge Engineers, who will be required to work on a contract basis across their Manchester/Leeds/Birmingham/Reading offices. Role Purpose: Provide technical leadership to deliver defined packages of bridge and structural engineering work Take accountability for quality, programme, and technical oversight within a multi-disciplinary team Job Role Responsibilities: Lead delivery of small to medium work packages (inspection, assessment, design, or renewal schemes) to programme and budget Provide technical direction, checking, and approval of designs, calculations, and reports Mentor and guide junior engineers; support capability within the team Act as a key interface with clients and internal disciplines Ensure compliance with standards, specifications, and governance processes Contribute to planning, risk management, and...

My client is a large Facilities and maintenance company who operate in various sectors across the commercial sector. They are currently looking for an experienced electrical maintenance engineers to join an established team on a static site near Reading . This role is Mon to Fri . Benefits include: Competitive salary up to 35,608 OT available call outs 1 in 5 Progression and on going Training 42 days holidays 15% Pension Company benefits Responsibilities will include: Carry out all PPM's and reactive works on site Ensure all work is carried out in line with task schedules and industry best practices Ensure the responsible sites are fully compliant and follow industry best practices. Daily monitoring and responsibility of all main plant and equipment within buildings Establish and maintain a good working relationship with all employees and clients Maintain the professional image always, and promote services. Ensure All subcontractors are appropriately...

Ready to find the right role for you? Salary - 13.83 plus Veolia benefits Hours - 40, Monday - Friday 06:00 - 14:30 Working bank holidays Weekend work optional Overtime is paid for hours worked over 40. Weekday overtime x 1.5, Saturday overtime x 1.5, Sunday overtime x 2 Location - Padworth, Reading, RG7 4JF When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. Whether you're looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day's work, we know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. What we can offer you; - 20 days of annual leave - Access to our people's pension scheme - Free physiotherapy service - Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers - Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and...

Fire Alarm Service & Small Works Engineer (Reading/West London) Are you looking to join a company that genuinely look after their staff? A company who are organised, and deliver on the promises they make? If you feel like a number in your current business and want to join a team that reward hard work, provide exceptional customer service and actually contribute towards your career development, this could be the fit for you. The Role We are currently seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Service & Small Works Engineer to join a well-established and growing fire and security business covering Reading, West London, and the surrounding areas. This is a field-based role responsible for the servicing, maintenance, fault finding, and small works installation of fire alarm systems across a variety of commercial, healthcare, education, and public sector sites. The successful candidate will be joining a supportive team with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality fire...

Principal Bridge Engineer Role Summary Experienced Senior / Principal Engineer providing technical leadership to deliver defined packages of bridge and structural engineering work. Accountable for quality, programme, and technical oversight within a multi-disciplinary team. Key Responsibilities Lead delivery of small to medium work packages (inspection, assessment, design, or renewal schemes) to programme and budget Provide technical direction, checking, and approval of designs, calculations, and reports Mentor and guide junior engineers; support capability within the team Act as a key interface with clients and internal disciplines Ensure compliance with standards, specifications, and governance processes Contribute to planning, risk management, and commercial awareness on projects Required Experience & Skills Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent) Chartered Engineer (CEng MICE / MIStructE) Strong background...

About the role Reading Audi is currently recruiting for a Business Manager to join their growing team. As a Sytner Business Manager, you will be responsible for helping manage and grow all aspects of the Finance & Insurance department; you will do this by being at the core of all sales enquiries and by developing the sales team. You will ensure that every customer has a clear understanding of obligations that they have entered into, doing so with integrity and above all, treating customers fairly. Sytner Business Managers work a variety of flexible patterns which can typically include weekends to ensure we provide our customers with the highest possible levels of service. About you If you are high achieving Sales Executive, Sales Controller or Business Manager with sound financial and commercial understanding, we would love to hear from you. Ideally, you will have an outstanding work ethic and be able to lead from the front and inspire your colleagues to...

Ready to find the right role for you? Salary - 13.47 plus Veolia benefits Hours - 40 per week between Monday - Friday, Working Bank Holidays, Weekend work - optional as overtime plus overtime paid over 40 hours Location - Padworth, Reading, RG7 4JF When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. Whether you're looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day's work, we know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. What we can offer you; - 20 days of annual leave (after 1 year it goes up to 22 and increases by 1 day every year until 25 days) - Access to our people's pension scheme - Free physiotherapy service - Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers - Access to a range of resources to support your physical,...

Assembly Operative Required ASAP Reading 13 - 14.57ph Role: Assembly Operative (Electro-Mechnaical) Location: Reading Rate: 13ph - 14.57ph Duration: Long-term, could lead to permanent work for the right candidates Working Hours: Monday till Friday 6am - 2.30pm Main Responsibilities: Manufacture mechanical and electrical components, sub-assemblies and products following production SOP (standard operating procedures). Ability to work to set targets and demands. Maintain excellent standards of housekeeping. Operate machinery and equipment using PPE provided. Continuously monitor the production process, including visual inspection and functional test, to ensure product meets the agreed quality and safety standards. Adhere to production documentation and maintain records as required. Be self-motivated, using effective communication and work using own initiative or within a team. Liaise with Team Leaders/Manufacturing Manager to identify issues and...