Nicholas Associates are working with an established client within the groundworks and civil engineering sector to recruit a Quantity Surveyor to join their Commercial Team. This role will be based in Bedfordshire and will involve work on residential groundworks projects. Our client partners with some of the UK's major housebuilders, delivering large-scale housing and infrastructure projects. With continued growth and a strong project pipeline, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business that combines technical expertise with a collaborative and supportive working culture. Roles and Responsibilities: Negotiate terms and conditions of subcontracts. Manage and process payments for specialist subcontracts and key suppliers. Perform the closeout process, ensuring all contract terms are met and payments are verified. Work with the project team to evaluate the impact of budget changes. Review and validate weekly cost monitors, comparing forecasted costs with actual...

We're currently looking for an Electrical Inspector to join a well-established engineering and manufacturing operation based in Bedfordshire . This is a 24-month fixed-term contract supporting high-volume production and final inspection of electrical cable harnesses used in safety-critical applications. If you enjoy hands-on electrical inspection work in a structured, quality-driven environment - and value work/life balance - this could be a great opportunity. What You'll Be Doing Electrical inspection and verification of cable and wire harness assemblies Performing continuity, resistance and bond testing using hand-held electrical test equipment Using Automated Test Equipment (ATE) to run programs and generate inspection reports Working to defined work instructions and quality standards Identifying, recording and managing non-conforming products Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and specifications Supporting both high-volume production and one-off...

Mental Health Specialist Support Officer Bedford - Permanent, Full Time 34,500 per annum plus car allowance The Mental Health Specialist Support Officer plays a key role in delivering specialist mental health support across housing services. The postholder works directly with customers experiencing mental health challenges, supporting them to sustain their tenancies, improve their wellbeing, and access appropriate services. Acting as a bridge between customers, internal housing teams, and external agencies, the role ensures a coordinated, trauma-informed, and person-centred approach. The postholder will also provide expert guidance to colleagues, helping to improve outcomes in complex cases and embed good practice in mental health support across services. Key Responsibilities Customer Support & Tenancy Sustainment Deliver person-centred, trauma-informed support to customers with mental health needs Complete holistic assessments of need and risk,...

Mobile Caretaker 10,169.59 pa Permanent, Part Time - 14.5 hours - Thursday (7.5hrs) / Friday (7 hours) Bedford, UK Are you passionate about creating safe, welcoming environments for residents? Do you thrive in a role where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to help others? bpha is seeking a dedicated Caretaker to join our team and play a vital part in maintaining the safety, cleanliness, and community spirit of our buildings. What You'll Do: Deliver a high-quality, customer-focused caretaking service to our residents. Respond swiftly to emergencies and act as a first responder, ensuring the ongoing safety of communal buildings. Complete health and safety assessments, keep accurate records, and help bpha meet statutory and legislative requirements. Supervise contractors and maintenance teams on site, assisting with tasks like grass cutting, window cleaning, and repairs. Carry out daily, weekly, and monthly safety checks-including fire...

Senior Engineer - .NET / Angular Engineer Bedfordshire - Hybrid - 2 days in Office per week 60k - 80k plus Benefit Permanent role The opportunity: Our client are reshaping the way their industry is run. They have been building a new agile tech platform to make their industry run easier to administer, more responsive to change, and more customer-centric. As they grow their in-house team, they are looking for a senior level software engineer who wants to help us take ownership of our core systems and deliver high-quality software that makes a real impact. This is a brilliant time to join. They have moved away from an outsourced model and established our own internal engineering capability. You'll join the founding team working alongside our Head of Software Engineering and Lead Engineer. There's huge scope to influence how things are built and how we work together. The tech you'll work with: C# and .NET Core Angular for front-end SQL Databases Azure Cloud Power...

Our client Central Bedfordshire Council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Locality team. You will have: Experience in managing a varied caseload of children, visiting families, completing direct work with children to understand their views and lived experiences. Experience chairing multi-agency meetings and liaising with a range of other professionals to support our most vulnerable children. Proven experience having an impact on families in achieving positive outcomes for children Excellent verbal communication skills to enable you to communicate effectively with children, parents and other agencies, and the written skills to present high-quality assessments and reports. A passion for delivery of high quality services and interventions to vulnerable children Court experience is essential Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London...

Henlow MBDA Facilities Management is searching for a dynamic safety professional to be part of a growing team working to support and deliver a diverse range of construction and facilities projects. Salary: Circa £52,000dependent on experience + bonus + benefits Dynamic working : 3-4days per week on-site due to workload classification (predominantly out of our Stevenage site but regular travel to Bristol and Bolton required). Security Clearance : British Citizen. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. The Opportunity: You will be part of a dynamic team working across the UK estate to help deliver projects of varying sizes to ensure we provide first class working environment for the growing business. Working alongside a team of...

Henlow Environmental Engineering & Facilities are looking for a Maintenance engineer to join our Mechanical and Climatic Test Department! Salary : Circa £52,500 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible...

Our client Central Bedfordshire Council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Locality team. You will have: Experience in managing a varied caseload of children, visiting families, completing direct work with children to understand their views and lived experiences. Experience chairing multi-agency meetings and liaising with a range of other professionals to support our most vulnerable children. Proven experience having an impact on families in achieving positive outcomes for children Excellent verbal communication skills to enable you to communicate effectively with children, parents and other agencies, and the written skills to present high-quality assessments and reports. A passion for delivery of high quality services and interventions to vulnerable children Court experience is essential Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London...

An exciting new opportunity has become available within Manufacturing Engineering Henlow for a Principal Manufacturing Engineer to join the team. Salary : Circa £47,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 4/5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible...

Fantastic opportunity to take ownership of manufacturing engineering processes and equipment to make improvements to production whilst developing new skills and techniques Salary : Circa £43,500 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who...

We are currently looking for the below role, if this is something of interest then please get in touch. Production Operators X3 required to work manufacturing company based in Bedford . You will work 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, on a rotating shift pattern 6:00am - 2:00pm or 2:00pm - 10:00pm Requirements: Operating production equipment including ovens and the gantry crane Weigh and measure raw materials Prepare moulds and carry out moulding and demoulding process Record production data and product measures clearly and accurately Trim and finish products ready for the next stage of production Inspect finished products and report faults or quality issues Follow all health and safety procedures when using machinery and handling materials Use PPE correctly and work in line with COSHH and Safe Systems of Work Keep work areas clean, tidy, and free from hazards Recommended: Experience working in a factory or production environment A positive attitude...

Location: Milton Keynes & surrounding areas Salary: circa 30000 Benefits: Company Van, Pension, Private Health, Hours: 45 hours - Monday to Thursday - Nights A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Refrigeration Case Cleaning Technician to join one of the country's leading refrigeration service contractors around Milton Keynes and surrounding areas. Job Function: To undertake the cleaning of refrigerating cabinets whilst operating in compliance with company policy and procedure Delivery of planned cleaning of refrigerating cabinets which will involve emptying the cabinets, cleaning inside (including filters) in readiness for Refrigeration Engineers doing the maintenance on the cabinets. Liaising with the supervisor to ensure that cleaning tasks are delivered on time and to the agreed specification Ensuring compliance with relevant health and safety regulations Representing the company in a professional and competent manner at all times and develop...

We're seeking an experienced Network Project Manager to lead a high-impact infrastructure project across a multi-site retail environment. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of end-to-end delivery, overseeing the organisation of structured cabling and installation of new communications cabinets across multiple locations. This is a 12 month FTC, paying 50,000pa You'll be responsible for planning, coordinating site surveys, managing installations, and working closely with internal stakeholders and third-party vendors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Key Requirements: Proven experience delivering network infrastructure projects across multiple sites Strong knowledge of structured cabling, network hardware, and comms cabinets Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to manage timelines, risks, and vendors effectively What's in it for you? Competitive salary and benefits...

Production / Paint Shop Assistants Required to work for manufacturing company ensuring quality. Key responsibilities: Preparing materials and components for finishing, including sanding, masking, and surface preparation Ensuring all products are finished to a high standard with a consistent, high-quality appearance Inspecting completed work and carrying out touch-ups or corrections where required Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised spray booth and working area Working as part of a supportive production and finishing team Skills and experience: A reliable and hardworking individual Someone comfortable with repetitive work and able to maintain strong attention to detail Previous paint spraying, finishing, joinery, or manufacturing experience is beneficial but not essential Ability to work with care in a quality-focused environment A full driving licence and access to transport is essential due to the client's location Additional Info: Hours: 8:00am -...

To apply finishes, coatings, and paints to components and products to a high standard, ensuring quality, consistency, and adherence to production schedules. Key responsibilities: Prepare surfaces by sanding, filling, cleaning, and masking as required Mix paints, stains, lacquers, and coatings to the correct colour and consistency Operate spray guns and related finishing equipment safely and effectively Apply coatings evenly to meet quality and finish specifications Inspect finished items for defects such as runs, overspray, or uneven coverage Carry out minor repairs or rework where needed Maintain spray booths, tools, and equipment in good working condition Follow health and safety procedures, especially around ventilation and chemical handling Work to production targets while maintaining quality standards Liaise with production and quality teams to resolve finish issues Skills and experience: Previous experience in paint spraying, Good attention to detail...

Warehouse / FLT Driver (Counterbalance & Reach) Location: Milton Keynes (DS Smith Site, Anderson Gate, MK4 4AE) Position Type: Full-Time, Temporary Contract (3 Months initially) Pay Rate: 19.31 per hour Shift Pattern: 4 Days On, 4 Days Off 12-Hour Shifts (6:00 AM - 6:00 PM) / 6PM - 6 AM Start Date: ASAP Are you an experienced, reliable Forklift Driver with active licenses? Want to secure a premium hourly rate working with a market-leading global packaging manufacturer? We are currently recruiting for an exceptional Warehouse FLT Driver to join a fast-paced, collaborative logistics team at the DS Smith facility in Milton Keynes. If you pride yourself on your punctuality, safety record, and workflow efficiency, we want to hear from you! What You'll Be Doing Daily: Forklift Operations: Safely and efficiently operating both FLT Counterbalance and Reach trucks to move, stack, and organize heavy stock. Loading & Unloading: Managing the safe...

We are working with a well-established, forward-thinking organisation looking to appoint an experienced HR Generalist to join their team in a highly visible and influential role. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive HR professional who enjoys operating both strategically and operationally, with the chance to work closely with senior leadership and support a multi-site, international workforce. The Role As a trusted HR partner, you will: Provide generalist HR support across the full employee lifecycle Lead on Employee Relations (ER) cases, offering expert guidance and ensuring best practice Partner with senior stakeholders to influence decision-making and drive business outcomes Support and advise on HR matters across UK and European entities Contribute to HR projects, policies, and continuous improvement initiatives Occasionally travel to UK service centres and European locations Key Requirements Minimum 5 years experience in a generalist HR role...

As one of the largest and fastest-growing powered access companies in the UK, AFI-Rentals builds success by nurturing talent and rewarding hard work. If you are looking for a fast-paced and rewarding career, we'd love to hear from you. About the Role Your responsibilities will include: Providing high-quality commercial support to our wide range of customers, developing existing accounts and helping to bring in new business. Developing new customer relationships in conjunction with our Sales Support team. Managing and maintaining excellent relationships with our existing customer base. Travelling to customer sites within set postcode areas. This Area Sales Representative role would suit candidates with experience or an enthusiasm to develop skills in sales, business development, client relationships, or as a Sales Advisor, BDM, or Account Manager. Benefits 25 days holiday, plus statutory holidays. Inclusion in a profit share scheme. An auto-enrolment pension...

Position: Paint Sprayer / Prepper Salary: 14 per hour PAYE Location: Milton Keynes Proactive currently have an exciting opportunity for a Paint Prepper / Sprayer to begin work for a leading manufacturing and production business based in Milton Keynes. Due to rapid company expansion and an ever growing order book, our client is hoping to recruit at least one additional Paint Prepper / Sprayer to help ensure the quality and accuracy of the site's function is well maintained throughout this new and excited influx of work. The Paint Sprayer role is an integral part of our operation and will join a tight knit team. Key Responsibilities: Preparing timber ready for spraying. Mixing of paint and applying a water-based primer and topcoat. Handheld spraying in spray booths. What we're looking for: Experience desirable, some training will be given. Ability to work as part of a dedicated, motivated, punctual, hardworking and well-established team....