We are March the UK s leading provider of critical engineering services. Our multi-disciplinary expertise across infrastructure, process and digital engineering has enabled us to build long term partnerships with major organisations spanning food and beverage, utilities, defence, aerospace and nuclear sectors. We are now seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join our delivery team, based at our Whitehaven office supporting projects at Sellafield as well as additional schemes as they progress. About the Role As a Quantity Surveyor , you will support the commercial and financial management of key projects, working closely with Senior QSs, Project Leads, Commercial Director and wider operational teams. You will assist in ensuring commercial objectives are met, support contract administration processes, and help maintain accurate financial reporting to contribute to project profitability and effective cash flow management. This is a full-time position based at our...

Health and Safety Manager Cumbria with regional travel 50,000 - 55,000 + car allowance and benefits Are you passionate about leading Health and Safety initiatives in a high-risk environment? Do you thrive on developing safety cultures that go beyond just compliance and genuinely make a difference across operational sites? We're supporting a prominent waste management organisation to recruit an experienced Health and Safety Manager. The successful candidate will play a key role in implementing and maintaining the company's safety strategy, fostering a positive safety culture, and ensuring full legislative compliance. This role will oversee multiple sites across the Cumbria region and comes at an exciting time of investment and growth for the business. While direct waste industry experience isn't essential, a strong passion for driving cultural change and a proactive, forward-thinking approach are key. Responsibilities of the Health and Safety Manager will include:...

We are March the UK s leading provider of critical engineering services. Our multi-disciplinary expertise across infrastructure, process and digital engineering has enabled us to build long-term partnerships with major organisations spanning food and beverage, utilities, defence, aerospace and nuclear sectors. We are now seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our delivery team, supporting projects at Sellafield as well as additional schemes as they progress. About the Role As a Senior Quantity Surveyor , you will provide commercial, contractual and financial leadership across key projects, working closely with Project Leads. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure commercial outcomes are achieved, project profitability targets are met, and cash flow is effectively managed. You will apply robust contractual and commercial practices, manage risk proactively, and drive financial performance across your portfolio. This is a full-time...

Astute's Nuclear team is partnering with a leading nuclear sector contractor to recruit an Industrial Relations Manager for a major nuclear decommissioning project in Seascale. You will play a critical role in managing industrial relations, supporting workforce engagement, and ensuring smooth operations across highly regulated and technically challenging projects. The Industrial Relations Manager role comes with a competitive salary depending on experience and the opportunity to work within a highly regulated and technically demanding sector. This role requires being on-site in Seascale. If you're looking to develop your career within the nuclear sector and contribute to major nuclear projects, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Industrial Relations Manager role. Reporting to the Project Director you will: Develop and maintain strong relationships with unions, employee representatives, and key stakeholders Lead the management of...

Job Title: Procurement Leader Location: Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Circa £50,000 - depending on experience What you'll be doing: Lead all aspects of Dreadnought procurement, delivering to cost, quality and schedule targets in line with Corporate Procurement Policy, engaging at Director level and working closely with MOD stakeholders Source, negotiate and place major contracts with suppliers across Italy, Canada, the US and Europe, securing robust commercial outcomes aligned to programme needs Guide contract performance to achieve on-time delivery, quality and cost standards, proactively mitigating risk with suppliers and MOD partners. Drive continuous improvement to enhance procurement capability and supplier performance across the programme Report progress and key risks to stakeholders, support the Team Leader and contribute to...

Job title: Project Manager Job Type: Permanent Start date: Subject to clearance Salary: 75,000 - 95,000 Per Annum + Car allowance + Benefits Location: Whitehaven, Cumbria Hours of work: 40 Hours Per Week - Office Based 5 days per week, once probation is complete candidate will have the option to work from home 1 day per week. The Role: To lead and be responsible for the project team in successfully delivering all aspects of the project. To act as clients primary representative on the project in all matters. Main Responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Regarding Commercial Management you will be responsible for the overall business results of the project. You will cooperate in the process of subcontractor and supplier procurement. Critically review all subcontracts, orders and the like prior to providing final approval for award in accordance with company procedures. Where present, identify additional and future business opportunities and provide information...

Job title: Procurement Lead Job Type: Permanent Start date: 01/04/2026 Salary Range: up to 62,000 Benefits Package: Company car/allowance, Pension, Annual Leave and many others Location: Whitehaven Full Site Based/Hybrid/Remote Working: On site, Hybrid work after probation Hours of work: 40 hours per week Role information: Lead and develop the procurement function, setting strategic objectives, implementing best-practice processes, and ensuring governance, compliance and sustainable procurement standards. Manage and mentor a small procurement team, setting KPIs, monitoring performance and driving continuous improvement across the supply chain. Develop and maintain strong supply chain relationships, identifying key strategic partners and encouraging innovation and value creation. Lead procurement activities during the bidding and tender stage, working closely with Directors and bid teams to define procurement strategies, identify key suppliers/subcontractors and support...

Job Title: Lead Mechanical Engineer - Product Assurance Job Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Hybrid We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £55,000 Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. What you will be doing: In this role, you will deliver high-level engineering assurance across Maritime Submarines products, ensuring the integrity of major Submarine Enterprise programmes. You will plan and prioritise assurance activities using a risk-based approach, lead key reviews, and provide independent...

Job Title: Electrical Instrumentation Engineer Location: Barrow-in-Furness - Onsite We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £37091+ (Commensurate with skills and experience) Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role Description: You'll liaise with internal customers, as required, to foster collaborative working relationships and ensure requirements are adequately...

Role: Residential Deputy Manager- Children's Home Contract: Full Time, permanent Salary : Base salary of 31,105.28 with the potential to earn up to 34,362.56 with sleep in shifts. Location: Carlisle Specific Hours : 42 hours per week- shift pattern on rotation We are currently seeking an experienced Residential Deputy Manager to join our services based in Carlisle. North Lakes Children's Services is a well-established local provider of therapeutic residential care and education for boys aged 6-18. We improve the resilience, self-esteem and abilities of all the young people we work with. We currently have a Management opportunity at our 4-bedroom home in Carlisle. Can you inspire your team? Have you an approachable leadership style? If you are a qualified and experienced Children's Home Deputy Manager, we would love to hear from you. Main Duties Responsible in ensuring that the Statement of Purpose is in place, and reflects the appropriate needs of young...

Mechanical Design Engineer Carlisle Salary: 26,000 to 35,000 (DOE) Job Ref: We are currently looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a well-established Chartered Building Services Consultancy based in Carlisle. The business is open to applications from Junior through to Intermediate level engineers - whether you're currently working on the tools as a Mechanical Engineer/Plumber/Pipefitter looking to transition into a design role, or you already have experience within a consultancy environment and are looking to develop further. You'll be involved in the design and delivery of a wide range of mechanical building services systems, including heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), domestic water services, and above-ground drainage. The role offers exposure to both new build and refurbishment projects across the North West, particularly around Carlisle, Lancaster, and Preston. Projects span a variety of sectors including Education, Residential, Healthcare,...

Job title: Contracts Specialist (Interim) Job Type: Contract IR35 Status: Pending Start date: ASAP Duration: 3-6 Months Pay rate: Market Led Location: West Cumbria Hours of work: 37.5 Hours Per Week - 3 Days Required in Office/ 2 days WFH Role information: We are looking for a candidate who can provide legal and commercial advice and ensure contractual standards are being applied within the company, including clarifying the arrangements for commercial input, which include all legal matters arising and oversight of supplier and subcontract arrangements. Your role will report directly into the Head of Supply Chain in all matter relating to ethics, compliance & Data protection for the company. You will draft and negotiate MOUs, Confidentiality Agreements etc. for general business use. You will draft subcontract Agreements. You will review terms and conditions and ITTs received from prospective Customers and draft legal opinions for governance purposes. Liaise with...

Job title: Contracts Engineer Job Type: Permanent Start date: Subject to clearance Salary: 40,000- 50,000 per annum + Benefits Location: West Cumbria Hours of work: 37.5 Hours Per Week - Office Based 3 days per week/ 2 days The Role: We are looking for a candidate who can provide legal and commercial advice and ensure contractual standards are being applied within the company, including clarifying the arrangements for commercial input, which include all legal matters arising and oversight of supplier and subcontract arrangements. Your role will report directly into the Head of Supply Chain in all matter relating to ethics, compliance & Data protection for the company. Main Responsibilities will include but not be limited to: You will draft and negotiate MOUs, Confidentiality Agreements etc. for general business use. You will draft subcontract Agreements. You will review terms and conditions and ITTs received from prospective Customers and draft legal opinions for...

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Refurbishment & Maintenance Carlisle, Cumbria - 30,000 - 35,000 per annum + comprehensive package (including car allowance, pension and holiday entitlement) About the Company A long-established and reputable regional contractor based in Carlisle, delivering refurbishment, maintenance and new build projects across Cumbria and the North West. The business works closely with housing associations, local authorities and public sector clients, providing planned maintenance, responsive repairs, voids and improvement works. With a strong directly employed workforce and long-term framework agreements in place, they offer stability, structure and genuine career progression. The Role Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, an opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team. This role will support Senior Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers in the delivery of refurbishment and...

Quantity Surveyor / Estimator - Refurbishment & Maintenance Carlisle, Cumbria - 45,000 - 55,000 per annum + comprehensive package (including car allowance, pension, holiday entitlement and additional benefits) About the Company A well-established and reputable main contractor based in Carlisle, delivering refurbishment, maintenance and new build projects across Cumbria and the North West. With over two decades of experience, the business works in partnership with housing associations, local authorities and public sector clients, delivering planned maintenance, responsive repairs, voids, refurbishment and improvement works. Employing a strong directly employed workforce and operating with long-term framework agreements, the company prides itself on quality workmanship, reliability and strong client relationships. The Role Due to continued growth and secured frameworks, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to join the...

Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role Salary: Circa £55,000 What you'll be doing: Lead the end-to-end development of complex fluid systems, shaping designs that meet demanding performance and environmental requirements Create and review high-value engineering deliverables - for schematics and P&IDs to calculations, system descriptions, and 3D models Drive advanced system analyses , including flow, pressure, thermal, and transient modelling to validate performance under challenging conditions Select and assess critical equipment (pumps, compressors, valves, heat exchangers, filters, tanks), ensuring it meet tough submarine operating environments Champion technology integrity by reviewing supplier documentation, ensuring full compliance with shock, vibration, atmosphere, temperature,...