West Midlands (England) **Job Summary** This position is based in Worcester, West Midlands **Job Description** Do you have a passion for nature and the environment? Do you want to make a real difference and secure significant environmental gains in the present and the future? Do you enjoy working in a team? Can you see yourself advising communities and customers to maximise gains for the Natural Environment? If this appeals to you, a career at Natural England offers rewarding opportunities to secure environmental improvements and play your part in creating a better future for people and nature. **The Priority Work Natural England Is Delivering Includes:**

*   Establishing a Nature Recovery Network to help wildlife thrive
*   Monitoring environmental changes to identify and help reduce the effects of climate change
*   Working with farmers and landowners to develop greener food production methods
*   Advising on plans for new developments to maximise gains for nature
*   Providing ways for people to better connect with nature, including green social prescribing

We are the Government’s advisor for the natural environment, playing a vital role in delivering the Government’s 25 Year Environment Plan, an ambitious vision which brings new opportunities to protect and enhance and to achieve real outcomes for the environment. Find out more about the work of Natural England at www.gov.uk/government/organisations/natural-england Job Description Natural England staff are inclusive, motivated and ambitious to achieve results for our environment, for everyone. We welcome and encourage applications from all communities and we operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements for the role. Wherever possible we will accommodate requests for both full-time and part-time hours and other flexible working patterns to help employees achieve a good work/life balance and maintain their health and wellbeing. From induction to ongoing learning and development, everyone in Natural England is supported to develop their skills and capabilities. Where appropriate there will be offers of training under our apprenticeship schemes. Typical working pattern will be 37 hours. Working pattern will cover a seven-day week with weekend working including site patrols, volunteer group tasks and helping with public engagement activities. Participation in an on-call rota system for emergencies outside of working hours will also be required, you will receive additional reimbursement for this in line with Natural England’s Overtime policy. The Role Involves a Considerable Amount Of Practical Management, Working With Various Plant Machinery And Equipment And Outside Working In All Weathers And On Challenging Terrain. Tasks Include:

*   Co-ordinate, manage and deliver, where appropriate, the day- to- day operations across our Nature Reserves in Gloucestershire in accordance with agreed management plans, under the guidance of the Senior Reserve Managers
*   Assist with livestock checks, movements, husbandry and handling.
*   Co-ordinate and deliver the agreed programme of monitoring and recording of NNR management and its outcomes, including maintaining appropriate corporate recording systems.
*   Provide advice and support to the Senior Reserve Manager in producing and revising Management Plans and any annual work programmes.
*   Responsible for ‘health and safety’ management including maintaining servicing and records, risk and COSHH assessment.
*   Work as part of the team delivering volunteer work on the Reserves – managing, co-ordinating and supervising volunteers, carrying out practical work, engagement, and monitoring.
*   Procure, liaise and manage contractors carrying out habitat management and infrastructure works on the reserves in line with Natural England policies and procedures
*   Assist with project planning, management and reporting.
*   Act as a contact point and provide regular communications with communities and stakeholders, referring complex or contentious issues to the Senior Reserve Managers or Team Leader.
*   Develop and undertake programmes of public engagement that build the support of visitors and local communities.
*   Work with colleagues to design and deliver work programmes through volunteers and contractors, working within Natural England’s policies and procedures, and supervise delivery of such projects.
*   Work with partners to identify, develop and deliver opportunities for joint delivery of engagement opportunities and projects.

The Role Will Also Involve Assisting With Coordination, Management And Direct Delivery Of The Day-to-day Operations And Contractors. This Will Include:

*   Habitat management works.
*   Access management.
*   Species management including pest and invasive species control.
*   Basic maintenance of tools and equipment, and safe and efficient running of the NNR workshop.
*   Ensuring a high standard of upkeep of the visitor facilities.
*   Supervision of contractors regarding any of the above.
*   Assisting in the co-ordination of data collection and management and recording of site data and monitoring.
*   Assisting research workers, students and others studying on the Reserves.

Additional Information

*   A Driving Licence is essential for the role.
*   The successful candidate must reside or be willing to relocate within 30 minutes of the reserve base: The Ebworth Centre, The Camp, Stroud, Gloucestershire. GL67ES. This is to ensure the ability to participate in the out-of-hours emergency on call rota.

How To Apply We welcome and encourage applications from all communities. Natural England is accredited to the Disability Confident Scheme, which denotes organisations which have a positive attitude towards disabled people. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements for the role at the shortlisting stage are guaranteed an invitation to interview. If you require a reasonable adjustment at interview, or there is anything else you would like the panel to take into consideration, you should notify us of this at application stage where possible, or well in advance of your interview. This vacancy uses competency-based assessment. We'll assess you against the competencies below during the selection process:

*   Technical Skills & Knowledge
*   Creating Resilient Landscapes and Seas
*   Working safely
*   Putting People at the Heart of the Environment
*   Work Delivery

When completing the application form you should present relevant examples using the STAR format. Give us an example of how you have demonstrated the competency (which can be work related or from another area of your life) and tell us about the Situation, the specific Task you had to undertake, the specific Actions you took, and the Result (both immediate and in a wider context) of your doing so. Please note that STAR format is not required when answering the Technical Skills & Knowledge competency. Examples should be given in no more than 250 words for each competency. **CompetenciesCompetence 1** Professional competency **Detail** Technical knowledge Description

*   Habitat management works, ideally woodland, grassland and floodplain meadow management
*   Maintenance of estate fabric, including stock and deer fencing, gates, stiles, signs and bridges
*   The certificated operation of chainsaw, brush-cutter, 4x4 vehicles, ATV, and herbicide application
*   Experience working with livestock including both cattle and sheep including checking, handling and husbandry
*   Health and safety: developing and applying risk assessments and undertaking of safety inspections and record keeping, as well as supervision and management of both volunteers and contractors
*   Repair and maintenance of tools and equipment, and safe and efficient running of a workshop
*   Survey and monitoring of both habitats and species

**Competence 2** Professional competency **Detail** Creating resilient landscapes and seas Description

*   Assess environmental impacts and identify appropriate avoidance, mitigation and/or compensation measures
*   Understand and apply appropriate management techniques to maintain or enhance the condition of sites
*   Recognise, identify and interpret environmental features on NNRs

**Competence 3** Professional competency **Detail** Working Safely Description

*   Working safely
*   Understand the duty of care owed to all visitors, contractors or others on our NNRs, and adhere to appropriate legislation and Natural England policies and procedures
*   Apply risk assessment and safe working practices to everything you do

**Competence 4** Professional competency **Detail** Putting people at the heart of the environment Description

*   Understand the importance of people accessing and engaging with the natural environment, and how to balance their needs with nature conservation objectives
*   Nurture trusting partnerships and collaborate to achieve pragmatic outcomes that help deliver Natural England’s vision, mission and aims

**Competence 5** Professional competency **Detail** Work delivery Description

*   Understand and apply relevant policy, legislation, governance frameworks and strategies to your work
*   Manage and deliver your work to meet agreed targets and deadlines

Do you have a passion for nature and the environment? Do you want to make a real difference and secure significant environmental gains in the present and the future? Do you enjoy working in a team? Can you see yourself advising communities and customers to maximise gains for the Natural Environment? If this appeals to you, a career at Natural England offers rewarding opportunities to secure environmental improvements and play your part in creating a better future for people and nature. Description

*   Understand and apply relevant policy, legislation, governance frameworks and strategies to your work
*   Manage and deliver your work to meet agreed targets and deadlines

Person specification **Please Refer To Job Description** Alongside your salary of £30,850, Natural England contributes £8,937 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.

*   Learning and development tailored to your role
*   An environment with flexible working options
*   A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
*   A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%

Selection process details **Please Refer To Job Description** Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements **This Job Is Broadly Open To The Following Groups:**

*   UK nationals
*   nationals of the Republic of Ireland
*   nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
*   nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)
*   nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
*   individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
*   Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service

Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window). The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window). Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants **Job Contact :**

*   Name : Paul Hackman
*   Email : paul.hackman@naturalengland.org.uk
*   Telephone : 07810 153789

Recruitment team

*   Email : defra-recruitment-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk

Further information https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/natural-england/about/complaints-procedure https://networkrecruitment.tal.net/vx/appcentre-7/brand-4/spa-1/candidate/so/pm/1/pl/8/opp/6116-6116-National-Nature-Reserve-Manager-Gloucestershire-Cluster/en-GB

National Nature Reserve Manager Gloucestershire Cluster (Ref: 6116)

**Role Summary**

Aubay is seeking an experienced Data Solution Architect with a strong background in financial services to join our team. This pivotal role is part of a transformational journey, where you will shape the data architecture landscape to meet evolving business needs. You will lead the design of large-scale data solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements while navigating complexities inherent in the financial services sector. This role requires the successful candidate to be onsite in Solihull three days a week; this is a non-negotiable requirement.

**Required Skills and Experience**

*   5-6 years of experience in the data space, particularly within financial institutions or regulated environments.
*   Proficiency in data modelling techniques at various levels, including Enterprise, Conceptual, Logical, and Physical.
*   Experience designing and delivering data architecture patterns, such as Data Lakes, Streaming & Analytics, Data Fabric, and Data Mesh.
*   Knowledge of data migration projects, particularly large-scale migrations to distributed database platforms.
*   Hands-on experience with big data processing technologies, including Spark (PySpark and SparkScala) and Apache Airflow.
*   Expertise in distributed databases and computing environments.
*   Familiarity with Enterprise Architecture methodologies, ideally TOGAF.
*   Strong leadership experience, including managing technology teams and delivering to business objectives.
*   Understanding of APIs and their integration with data systems.
*   Proven ability to work across multiple teams and manage several projects simultaneously.
*   Experience in evaluating monolithic platforms and designing target architectures.

**Desirable Skills**

*   TOGAF Practitioner certification or familiarity with Enterprise Architecture methodologies.
*   Industry-standard certifications such as DAMA and ITIL.
*   Regulatory experience with frameworks like BCBS239, GDPR, Open Banking, and the AI Act.
*   Proficiency in data virtualisation platforms, such as Dremio and Starburst.
*   Experience with visualisation tools like Tableau and Power BI.
*   Proficiency in analytics platforms such as SAS and Python.
*   Familiarity with Amazon Elastic File System (EFS), S3 Storage, and Hadoop Distributed File System (HDFS).

**Key Role Responsibilities**

*   Lead the design and development of large-scale data solutions, ensuring they meet business objectives and adhere to regulatory standards.
*   Offer technical expertise and guidance to various data teams, supporting the execution of data strategies across projects and initiatives.
*   Develop data solutions for systems spanning multiple business domains, including risk, finance, and marketing, while ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
*   Collaborate with business stakeholders to ensure data architecture is aligned with organisational goals and business requirements.
*   Design and implement data governance practices to ensure data security, quality, and scalability.
*   Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to enhance data solutions, ensuring alignment with the business’s evolving needs.
*   Lead design reviews and manage architectural risks, ensuring compliance with the organisation’s architectural standards and governance protocols.
*   Create application maps for future, current, and transitional states, effectively communicating these to internal and external stakeholders.
*   Implement best practices for data architecture, ensuring continuous improvement in the overall

**About Aubay UK** – Ahead of Innovation!

Aubay UK is a recognised InSourcing Partner for client-side deployment delivered across London. Our team, based in Canary Wharf, specialises in hiring IT professionals within London’s Energy and FinTech sectors, helping our clients to expand their operations with top-tier talent who are experts in their fields. We work exclusively with clients who are globally recognized as Energy Super Majors/Financial Services and innovative FinTech players.

Aubay UK is the most recently started branch of Aubay Group www.aubay.com. Aubay Group is an international Digital Services Company, listed on a Euronext Stock Exchange, who have been operating for 25 years in the European market and working alongside some of the biggest names in the Banking, Finance, Insurance, Energy, IT/Digital, Manufacturing, Transport and Telecoms sectors. With over 7,800 employees across 7 countries and 16 offices in England, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Italy, Spain, and Portugal, Aubay Group generated revenues of €534 million in 2023.

**What Aubay UK Offers**

At Aubay UK, people are at the heart of our business. We offer a competitive remuneration package which includes a range of benefits. You will receive continuous support from our dedicated Talent Acquisition Specialists, who will support your career development and success during your assignment with our client. Other benefits include:

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Work-from-home opportunities

Access to Udemy training platform and conferences

Discount on winter sports holidays at www.aero1607.com

Opportunity to work directly for the client at the end of the assignment

Data Solution Architect - Financial Services -  West Midlands

Contracts Manager £33,000-£36,000 plus £290 per month car allowance - Location; Nationwide Retail and Asset Solutions are looking for a Contract Manager to join our contract's team on a full-time permanent basis. The contract management team are responsible for effectively managing our customers' needs daily. Your primary responsibility will be to manage the customer accounts assigned to you and deliver customers KPI's. **Job Specifics - Contract Manager (Retail Stocktaking)You Will Be Required To**

*   Manage profit and productivity in line with key financial targets and cost control
*   Ensure the retail stocktaking services are consistently to a high level of performance meeting contractual obligations
*   Liaise with operations, scheduling and deployment to ensure customer schedules are delivered as per requirements
*   To review and update client stocktake procedures in accordance with the customers' requirements
*   To perform site visits to ensure procedures and being adhered to and look for ways to improve the service we offer

**Person Specification** You must have:

*   An understanding of stocktaking
*   Excellent relationship management and interpersonal skills
*   Strong communications skills
*   The ability to deliver key data to our customers in an informative way
*   Good IT skills
*   Ability to effectively manage diary to ensure all key deadlines are met
*   Worked in either retail / operational / account management

We look forward to receiving your application. This role is being handled by Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS). To discuss this vacancy or any other great positions we have please call us on **01689 879444** for a confidential chat about working for our business. By applying to this role, you are consenting to Retail & Asset Solutions to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data then please contact us at applications@retailassetsolutions.com and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.

Contracts Manager - Nationwide

**Job Title:** Estates Contract & PFI Projects Manager

**Location:** West Midlands

**Salary:** £47- £54k

**Perm**

To support the Senior Estates Manager in delivering a comprehensive Estates Service, overseeing and managing service contracts (PFI and others). Monitor budgets, forecast expenditure, and ensure financial control. Ensure compliance with statutory and operational requirements.

**Key Responsibilities:Contract & Project Management:**

*   Develop and manage contract monitoring systems
*   Ensure contract compliance, resolve disputes, and manage service provider relationships
*   Prepare performance reports and oversee internal/external audits
*   Lead project teams and deliver capital projects to budget and timescales

**Estates Management:**

*   Ensure statutory compliance across estate services
*   Conduct property inspections and manage maintenance
*   Coordinate with service users to ensure estate services meet operational needs

**Financial Oversight:**

*   Manage budgets and oversee financial reporting for contract
*   Handle contract variations, cost assessments, and financial reconciliations.
*   Ensure accurate financial forecasting and expenditure tracking

**Leadership & Compliance:**

*   Line manage Estates Contract Officers and oversee contract-related operations
*   Ensure health & safety, data protection, and safeguarding compliance
*   Provide estates and contract management expertise to stakeholders

**Candidates must have:**

*   Experience in estates, facilities, or contract management (preferably in the public sector)
*   Strong knowledge of compliance, financial controls, and project management
*   Proven ability to manage contracts, budgets, and multi-disciplinary teams

This role requires a flexible, detail-oriented professional capable of managing contracts, budgets, and estates operations in a complex environment.

_For more information about this role, or any others we're currently working on, please feel free to drop me a message, a call on 07441916068 or email me lsullivan@venngroup.com_

PFI Contract Manager (Estates)

**Job Description** Share Share Share Are you a School Administrator looking for new position? GSL Education are seeking an experienced Administrator/Receptionist to work in and around in a school within the Birmingham area in March 2025. You should have strong administration skills and experience working with SIMS or in a similar sector. However, enthusiasm, a willingness to learn and quickly adapt to a new environment are equally important. This is a temporary position that requires you to work on weekdays from 8am to 4pm. You may also be offered a permanent contract within the school, although there is not guarantee. Responsibilities as a School Administrator

*   Perform general office duties, including filing, photocopying, and ordering supplies.
*   Able to answer the phones and take messages, able to make phone calls to parents with any feedback required.
*   Provide comprehensive administrative support to the school leadership team, teachers, and other staff members.
*   Manage and maintain the school's SIMS database, ensuring the accuracy and confidentiality of student records.
*   Handle enquiries from parents, students, and external agencies, delivering excellent customer service.
*   Coordinate student admissions, including processing applications, maintaining waiting lists, and organizing admissions events.
*   Assist with the organization and execution of school events, meetings, and activities.
*   Manage student attendance records, including tracking absences and generating reports.
*   Prepare and distribute school communications, such as newsletters, letters, and emails.
*   Maintain and update administrative systems and procedures.
*   Ensure compliance with school policies and procedures, particularly regarding data protection and safeguarding.

**Requirements**

*   Experience working in a UK School is essential.
*   Extensive experience with SIMS (School Information Management System) is essential or similar.
*   Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
*   Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
*   Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
*   Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
*   Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all work.
*   Knowledge of safeguarding and data protection regulations in schools.

**Must Have**

*   Hold a right to work within the UK
*   Enhanced DBS Child and Adult Check – Must be on the update service. (We can assist you with a DBS if you do not have one)
*   2x Educational References are a must in order to clear your file with GSL.

_GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All our roles are subject to relevant checks and procedures. Our advertised teaching roles relate to real vacancies that exist at our client schools._ For further information on this role or to apply, please do not hesitate to contact Sharan at GSL Education on 07950730581 or email sharan.virdee@gsleducation.com

School Administrator

**The Organisation**

Based in the North East Birmingham region, this specialist UK manufacturer and distributor of precision consumable cutting tools is part of a US owned engineering design and manufacturing business with multiple companies operating across the USA and Europe.

The UK operation has a cutting-edge production facility with top-of-the-line machinery and inspection systems, manufacturing products including solid carbide tools, tool bodies etc, as well as modification and regrind services to meet bespoke client requirements. They are renowned for their outstanding customer service and very swift response times for clients, predominantly UK OEMs in aerospace, automotive and specialist manufacturing sectors.

**Position summary/role overview:**

The Operations Manager is accountable for the deployment of plant production resources in a manner that best optimizes human and physical resources effectively and efficiently to meet business goals and objectives. The role reports to the Managing Director with a dotted line to Group Head of Operations (Europe).

The role has direct production management responsibility and an important improvements element (through cross functional team management) in the delivery of key programmes such as special tool production, product cost reductions, productivity improvement and overhead management.

**Key responsibilities**

\>All day-to-day management of direct production operations including:

*   resource and cost management
*   delivery of production to agreed schedules
*   productivity and improvement programmes to deliver best in class manufacturing performance
*   execution of special tool manufacturing capability

\>Working directly with respective department heads on site and across the wider Group to lead cross-functional core teams, to deliver improvements and Group synergies in the following areas:

*   product quality performance
*   layouts, MWIs and other manufacturing support functions
*   product cost management/reduction programmes
*   Lean Manufacturing

\>Manufacturing strategy implementation.

\>Product cost management/reduction programmes through both engineering and purchasing activity.

\>Operational improvement programmes (through Kaizen, Kanban and other WCM techniques).

*   Centralised programs
*   Set up time reduction
*   Cycle-time improvement
*   Scheduling techniques

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