We are hiring METER READERS in MK40-MK45; no experience is required. Are you looking for Full Time work, close to home? Do you like working in an active outdoor role? Do you want to take control of your schedule and work flexibly? If the answer is yes, then this could be the role for you. As a Meter Reader you will be responsible for collecting data from gas, electricity & water meters for both commercial and residential properties. You will update meter reads accurately throughout the day on your handheld device, also entering the details on a handheld device at each location and providing excellent customer service. What we offer: 13.23 per hour basic pay (weekly payment) Weekly Hours 40 - 45 hours a week with flexible start and finish times Monday - Friday (occasionally Saturday) between 8am - 8pm. 27,000 to 30,000 average annual earnings including bonusses. Bonus scheme with earnings up to 2000 monthly. Overtime rates ( 16 - 25) at...

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...

Regulatory Affairs Specialist - Innovation Location: Bedford The Vacancy Swiss Precision Diagnostics (SPD) is a world leader in the research, design and supply of advanced consumer diagnostic products. SPD is a joint venture between Procter & Gamble (P&G) and Abbott ; and our brand Clearblue , is recognised worldwide for delivering accurate home pregnancy and fertility monitoring tests. We are looking for a Regulatory Affairs Specialist Innovation to join our Regulatory Affairs team on a Full-Time, Permanent Contract . The role will be based at our Innovation Centre in Bedford, UK with an option for Hybrid Working . The Regulatory Affairs Specialist role supports the development and execution of regulatory strategies for new product development projects and business development opportunities as directed by the Regulatory Affairs Manager Innovation and the Global Regulatory Director. The role fundamentally provides technical regulatory knowledge and...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through...

The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for an Export Compliance Manager on behalf of a specialist Manufacturing business with offices in Bedford. The Role As Export Compliance Manager you will be the regional subject matter expert for export controls, classifications, sanctions compliance and licensing for the business covering sales across EMEA, India and the US. Day to day duties will consist of: Lead and support the regional export controls and sanctions compliance program for 37 legal entities in EMEA and India, including support in daily queries Perform and lead military, dual-use, ECCN, and SCOMET classifications Provide technical guidance to engineering and product teams on export control requirements Drive continuous improvement of Internal Compliance Programs (ICP) Conduct and lead compliance audits, risk assessments, and corrective action programs Engage with local authorities on export compliance related topics, including regular...

Statistician Location: Bedford 12-month Fixed Term Contract to cover maternity leave, starting in January 2027 The Vacancy We are seeking a Statistician to cover a period of maternity leave to provide statistical expertise and support across R&D, Clinical, Product Support, Marketing and other business functions as required. Working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, the role will contribute to the design, analysis and interpretation of studies and data, ensuring robust statistical methodologies are applied to support product development, evidence generation and business decision-making. About SPD Swiss Precision Diagnostics (SPD) is a world leader in the research, design and supply of advanced consumer diagnostic products. SPD is a joint venture between Procter & Gamble (P&G) and Abbott; and our brand Clearblue, is recognised the world over as providing accurate home pregnancy and fertility monitoring tests. What you'll be doing As one of three...

More About The Role Are you an entrepreneurial, customer-focused leader with a passion for retail and community? Join Morrisons Daily as a Convenience Store Manager and run your store like it's your own business! We are looking for a dedicated shopkeeper to lead one of our busy stores. Your mission will be to serve your customers, support your colleagues, and champion your local community, ensuring the store is the best place to work and shop. As the heart of your store, you will be responsible for driving success across four key areas: Customer & Commercial Performance Entrepreneurial Spirit: Treat the store as your own business, constantly seeking innovative ways to improve the commercial offering, drive sales, and manage costs effectively. Best-in-Class Experience: Lead your team to deliver exceptional customer service, challenging the norm and thinking of new ways to make the customer experience the best in the market, in line with the Morrisons brand...

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Gas Engineer to join a growing company on a permanent basis working with one our established clients. Due to their expansion we are giving the right candidates the chance to join their professional and dynamic team. All applicants must be experienced & qualified gas engineers with CCN1/CMA1 and MET1 Qualifications Role & Responsibilities: - Service & Breakdown of Gas appliances; including but not limited to: Combi swaps, System swaps, Conversions & Cookers - Providing energy efficiency advice Development/Growth Potential: Opportunity to upskill to CMDDA1 for Carbon Investigation Leak Detection work with provided training. Essential Skills: - CCN1 - CMDDA1 (Preffered) - CKR1 - MET1 - CPA1 - CKR1 - HTR1 Package Provided: - Competitive salary with additional benefits - Comprehensive training and development opportunities - Supportive team environment - Career progression...

More About The Role Are you an entrepreneurial, customer-focused leader with a passion for retail and community? Join Morrisons Daily as a Convenience Store Manager and run your store like it's your own business! We are looking for a dedicated shopkeeper to lead one of our busy stores. Your mission will be to serve your customers, support your colleagues, and champion your local community, ensuring the store is the best place to work and shop. As the heart of your store, you will be responsible for driving success across four key areas: Customer & Commercial Performance Entrepreneurial Spirit: Treat the store as your own business, constantly seeking innovative ways to improve the commercial offering, drive sales, and manage costs effectively. Best-in-Class Experience: Lead your team to deliver exceptional customer service, challenging the norm and thinking of new ways to make the customer experience the best in the market, in line with the Morrisons brand...

Trainee Parts Advisor Location: Bedford Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Pay Rate: £12.71-£13.71 per hour Job Type: Full-Time, Trainee Position About the Company We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established organisation within the automotive sector. This national business supports vehicle operations across multiple sites and offers excellent opportunities for individuals looking to build a long-term career in the motor industry. Role Overview This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start their career as a Parts Advisor. As a Trainee Parts Advisor, you will learn all aspects of parts administration, stock control, and customer support, working alongside experienced team members in a busy and supportive environment. Key Responsibilities Assist with ordering, receiving, and organising vehicle parts Maintain accurate stock records using internal systems Support internal teams with parts requests and enquiries...

Plant Manager Bedford, MK42 9YU 48 hours per week (Mon-Fri with some Saturday working covered by a rota) Competitive salary & benefits At Marshalls plc, we believe building tomorrow's world starts with what we can create together today. Since the 1890s, we've grown from a Yorkshire stone business into a leading UK manufacturer of building, roofing and landscaping solutions. Built on generations of expertise, we're known for quality, innovation and sustainability, helping our customers bring their vision to life and create places that work today and last for generations. Together, we're building tomorrow's world. Manufacturing is at the heart of our operation. It's where we fulfil the customer promise and produce the UK’s leading Mortar & Screed products. We're continually investing in our people, processes, and plants to ensure we push the boundaries within our sector. As a result, we have a new opportunity for a Plant Manager to lead our team at our Bedford plant....

Lead Client Delivery in a Respected Analytical Laboratory Purpose and Scope of the Role Tetra Tech is looking for a Project Coordination Manager to join our highly respected laboratory team in Bedford. This permanent, full-time role sits within the laboratory management team and is central to ensuring client projects are delivered accurately, efficiently and in line with agreed requirements. Working from purpose-built laboratory facilities with a strong reputation across water, utilities, agrochemicals, defence, food, feed and forage crop analysis, you will manage the overall customer experience and lead a team of Project Coordinators. You will oversee contract delivery, client communication, subcontracted work, reporting, invoicing processes, courier coordination and internal communication with laboratory teams. Your Impact in this Position In the short term, you will provide structure, consistency and clear leadership to the sample and project...

Lead LC-MS/MS Analysis in a Growing ISO 17025 Laboratory Purpose and Scope of the Role Tetra Tech is seeking an experienced Senior LC Analyst to join our ISO 17025 accredited laboratory at an exciting time of investment, growth and increased market demand. This is a pivotal role within the LC section, taking responsibility for the analytical output of a defined business stream and supporting the delivery of client projects to agreed quality, turnaround and KPI requirements. You will oversee the analytical process from sample extraction through to data analysis and reporting, working closely with Analysts, Extraction Chemists and the Section Head - LC. The role includes operation of HPLC, IC, LC-MS and LC-MS/MS instrumentation, with a strong focus on pesticides and emerging environmental contaminants. Your Impact in this Position In the short term, you will help maintain high-quality project delivery, support team performance and ensure analytical...

Lead Sample Reception in a World Class Laboratory Join Tetra Tech as Sample Reception Supervisor at our Bedford laboratory and play a pivotal role in delivering high quality analytical services to international clients. Purpose and scope of the role: This permanent, full time position (fixed shift 14:00-22:00) leads a team of Sample Reception Officers responsible for receiving, logging and storing samples, ensuring accurate client requirements and maintaining sample reception areas. You will operate within Tetra Tech's state of the art Bedford facility, part of a laboratory group that includes Manchester, serving agrochemical, environmental and food safety markets. The role supports projects ranging from routine monitoring to complex remediation programmes and interfaces daily with Analysts, Chemists, Technicians, Logistics and Project Coordination teams. Typical deliverables include accurate LIMS records, timely sample throughput, KPI reporting and contribution...

Join Tetra Tech as an LC-MS Analyst: Advance environmental analysis Purpose and scope of the role: This permanent, full-time role sits within Tetra Tech's Bedford analytical laboratory, a UKAS-accredited facility of over 100 scientists and support staff delivering large-scale monitoring programmes and client projects across water, utilities, agrochemicals and defence. You will work Monday to Friday, 14:00-22:00, operating LC-MS/MS methods from sample extraction through data processing and reporting. Typical projects range from routine compliance testing to multi-site monitoring campaigns and method development for emerging contaminants, with laboratory instrumentation and workflows designed to measure ultra-trace concentrations and support regulatory decisions. Your impact in this position: In the short term you will deliver high-quality LC analyses and maintain instrument uptime. Over the medium term you will contribute to method optimisation and...

Senior GC-MS Analytical Chemist - Shape the Future of Environmental Analysis Join Tetra Tech's expanding Bedford laboratory and take a senior role in advanced GC-MS analysis, method development and technical leadership within a growing, well-invested environmental testing team. Purpose and Scope of the Role You will help lead the GC section within a purpose-built Bedford laboratory of around 100 scientists and support staff, delivering accredited analytical services for clients across water, utilities, environmental, agrochemical and defence sectors. The laboratory has grown significantly over the last five years, with continued investment in facilities, people and instrumentation. You will work with more than 17 instruments, including multiple Agilent GC-MS, Agilent GC-QQQ, Agilent/Gerstel Headspace GC-MS, Agilent GC-FID and Agilent/Ellutia GC-TEA systems. Sample types include water, wastewater, sediment, sewage sludge and food. The role combines senior...

Stock Assistant and Driver- Keep Our Laboratories Moving Purpose and Scope of the Role Tetra Tech is looking for a Stock Assistant and Driver to support our expanding UK laboratories in Bedford, with some driving duties as part of the role. You will help ensure our laboratory teams have the stock, consumables, sampling containers and prepared kits they need to deliver high-quality analytical services. Our purpose-built Bedford laboratories support the agrochemical sector and have an international reputation for solving complex analytical challenges across food, feed and forage crops. The Bedford laboratory was also one of the first in the UK to gain UKAS accreditation for PFAS analysis following monitoring requirements at the Buncefield oil terminal. Your Impact in this Position You will play an important role in the smooth running of a busy laboratory environment, supporting analysts, chemists and technicians by maintaining stock areas, preparing...

Start Your GLP Laboratory Career as an Extraction Chemist Purpose and Scope of the Role Tetra Tech is seeking a highly motivated science graduate to join our GLP analytical team as an Extraction Chemist in Bedford. This is a full-time, permanent role supporting regulated studies conducted under Good Laboratory Practice. You will be responsible for the preparation and extraction of crop samples, including oranges, wheat and beans, alongside environmental matrices such as soil and water. The role involves receiving, recording, labelling, storing and tracking study samples, using large commercial laboratory equipment and working to defined quality, safety and compliance procedures. This opportunity is ideal for someone seeking an entry-level role in an analytical laboratory and looking to build practical experience in a fast-paced, quality-focused scientific environment. Your Impact in this Position You will support the accurate and timely delivery...

Chef de Partie Location: Bedfordshire Salary: £31,948.80 Hours: 40 hours a week Shifts: 3-shift rota, with shifts ranging between 6am and 10pm Contract: Permanent Are you a Chef de Partie who loves the buzz of a busy kitchen and being part of a great team? We re recruiting for a Chef de Partie to join a well-established hospitality business within Bedfordshire. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a modern, fast-paced kitchen where you ll have responsibility for your own section, work with a supportive team and be part of a business that genuinely invests in its people. The role Working within a busy kitchen environment, you ll be: Managing your own section and preparing food to a consistently high standard Supporting smooth and efficient service during busy periods Ensuring food hygiene and Health & Safety standards are maintained Supporting and supervising more junior members of the kitchen team Assisting with stock management and...

Summary £15.45 - £15.95 per hour Full Time AM and PM shifts, must be available on weekends Interviews to be held on the 13th and 16th of October 2026 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Enhanced family leave Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We're reliable, organised and ready to go far. Just like you. As a Retail Shift Manager at Lidl, you'll help us maintain our high standards day after day. From motivating your team to taking responsibility for the shop floor, you'll keep our store running like clockwork, thriving in a fast-paced and challenging environment. You'll also reap the rewards of your hard work, enjoying the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader and find your footing for future success. In return, we'll give you a competitive hourly pay rate based on equal opportunity and pay structures, plus an extra £2.00 per hour for work during bank holidays and £3.50 per hour...