27 jobs found in Daventry

For one of our global logistics clients, we are searching for a freelance Applications Project Manager with Programme Management experience, who will oversee internal teams delivering design, configuration and testing of products including Manhattan Active Warehouse Management (WMS) plus MuleSoft and Lobster Key Responsibilities & Deliverables: Plan, coordinate, and deliver IT application projects from initiation to completion, ensuring scope, timelines, and budgets are met. Assist in managing a portfolio of related projects, providing consolidated reporting and supporting governance processes. Engage with senior stakeholders across business units to align project objectives with strategic goals. Manage relationships with external vendors and ensure deliverables meet agreed standards. Prepare and present senior-level reports on project and programme status, including KPIs, milestones, and financials. Required Skills & Competencies: Proven experience in IT Project...

Job Title: Revenues Manager This senior leadership role is responsible for the strategic direction and operational delivery of a high-quality Council Tax and Business Rates (NDR) billing and recovery service. You will lead the service to maximise collection rates, ensure statutory compliance, and drive digital transformation. Key Responsibilities * Leadership & Management: Directly manage seven Team Leaders, overseeing performance, addressing poor performance, and fostering professional development. * Strategic Oversight: Implement and review legislation, policies, and procedures for Revenues; provide expert advice to senior leadership and elected members. * Financial Accountability: Maximise income through accurate tax base monitoring and effective recovery actions. Manage delegated budgets and ensure the timely completion of statutory returns. * Service Delivery: Lead annual billing cycles, year-end processes, and five-yearly Business...

Data Architect (3–6 Month Contract) Location: Coventry / Hybrid Contract: 3–6 months (with potential to extend) Our client is embarking on a major digital transformation programme to replace the fundraising CRM and finance system and bring supporter data together in a more efficient, unified way. We’re looking for an experienced Data Architect with Dynamics CRM / D365 CE expertise to guide data strategy, governance, and migration work during this critical phase. About the Role You’ll play a key leadership role in shaping how data is structured, managed, and migrated across the organisation, ensuring the move to Dynamics CRM / D365 CE is smooth, compliant, and future-proof. You will: * Develop and deliver a supporter data strategy aligned with organisational goals. * Lead change management as we transition data structures into the new D365 CE environment. * Define datasets, standards, mapping, and migration processes. * Oversee all data migration activities,...

About the job Head of Maintenance Operations - Estates Maintenance Operations Interim / Temporary - 6 Months - £65,000 + Holiday Pay + Benefits Reporting to the Director of Maintenance Job Purpose We are seeking an interim/temporary Head of Maintenance Operations to oversee the day-to-day delivery of maintenance services for a large multi building and facility university establishment in Coventry. The role will report directly to the Director of Maintenance and manage a team including Department Managers to ensure the safe, compliant, efficient operation and maintenance of all university buildings, building systems and infrastructure, and relevant external public realm. Responsibility will also ensure the efficient and effective delivery of reactive, planned and statutory maintenance functions, including providing an emergency reactive service for all building disciplines across all university operated properties. To ensure that buildings are statutory compliant, well...

Interim Operations Manager – Industry Smart Metering Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our prestigious Utilities client in Milton Keynes for an Operations Manager on a contract basis for 12 months. We’re seeking candidates who can offer demonstrable experience successfully managing multi-functional teams including registration/metering services. Knowledge of Junifer (a Utilities CIS), experience of UK power & gas systems and markets, and B2B industry processes is sought. Suitable candidates will have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, be effective in the collection and use of data and be able to provide data driven reports and insights to the senior leadership team. We’re also seeking Managers who can demonstrate continuous improvement and new ways of working success stories.   Responsibilities Manage a cross functional team of full time staff to driving performance in achieving A market leading level of metering services, quality, cost and...

At Tarmac, ‘who you are’ matters. We want to get to know you. If you share our values and are proud of a job well done, collaborative in working well with others and ambitious to make things better, then have a read of what we have on offer. We are currently looking for a Project Manager to join our Cement and Packed Products Team Here at Tarmac, we are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds. Role Responsibility The suitable Project Manager will be responsible for: The safe and timely delivery of Project work activities by leading day to day operational delivery and commercial aspects of contracts, including strategic planning of the project, reviewing and reporting performance through cost and value forecasting. The candidate will have a good level of knowledge and experience in implementing Civil, Mechanical and Electrical projects Responsibility for implementing all Tarmac...

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Independent Living Manager to lead the strategic and operational delivery of our 24/7 Lifeline Service, alongside operational responsibility for Sheltered Housing Schemes and community buildings for older people. This is a key leadership role focused on delivering high-quality housing support services to vulnerable and elderly residents, ensuring excellent outcomes, safety, and independence. You will oversee the Lifeline Service across council properties and the wider community, ensuring services operate within agreed quality frameworks, policies, and codes of practice. You will lead, manage, and support a staff team delivering a 24/7 service, providing clear guidance on operational, procedural, policy, and legal matters. Responsibilities include workforce management, performance appraisals, sickness and absence management, and operational decision-making. The role also involves driving service development and innovation, including...

Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) Manager Location: Northamptonshire / Oxfordshire Rate: £30 - £35 per hour umbrella rate Duration: 6 months About the Role My client is recruiting for an experienced Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) Manage, the MEP Manager will be responsible for the coordination, planning, design integration, and delivery of all MEP systems within the project. This role requires overseeing the installation and commissioning of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems to ensure compliance with project specifications, budgets, and timelines. Acting as the key liaison between architects, engineers, contractors, and clients, you will ensure all MEP works are completed to code, operate efficiently, and contribute to sustainability and energy efficiency objectives. Your leadership will be critical in balancing operational requirements with design aesthetics, driving innovation, and ensuring smooth project delivery. Key...

Enjoy 12 month contract and the opportunity to extend in Birmingham as a Electrical Compliance Manager. This role offers the chance to manage contracts for the domestic sector, ensuring and maintaining high levels of compliance across the organisation. You will be working for a well-known local authority that values not only their tenants but every stakeholder within the business, ensuring attention to detail, collaboration and a commitment to maintaining high levels of compliance. As an Interim Electrical Compliance Manager, you will be: Managing the compliance programmes and building safety regulations Delivering the electrical programmes across their domestic properties Ensuring the electrical works meet legislations Participate in the Out of Hours Emergency Service on-call rota I would love to speak to Electrical Compliance Managers who has: Social housing experience Electrical background in management This Electrical Compliance Manager role offers: 12 month contract...

We’re supporting a public sector client in Birmingham with the appointment of an Interim Facilities Manager for an initial three‑month assignment. This is a broad, hands-on FM role, responsible for the day-to-day management of facilities services. The postholder will oversee stakeholder engagement, statutory compliance, service delivery and contractor performance, ensuring a safe, compliant and well-managed estate. Key responsibilities include: * Managing hard and soft FM services * Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and internal standards * Leading and coordinating contractors and service providers * Acting as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders * Maintaining service continuity within a secure setting Requirements: * Proven experience in a generalist Facilities Management role * Strong contractor and stakeholder management skills * Ability to operate effectively in an interim, fast-paced role This is an excellent opportunity for an...

Technical Programme Manager (Contract) We are recruiting an experienced Technical Programme Manager to lead complex, cross-functional technology programmes within a large-scale enterprise environment. This role suits a senior TPM who can manage technical dependencies, translate engineering work into clear stakeholder communication, and drive delivery across multiple concurrent workstreams. Key Responsibilities * Own end-to-end delivery of large technical programmes across integration, provisioning and operations * Manage complex cross-team technical dependencies across engineering, platform and operations * Lead acquisition and integration programmes, coordinating multiple technology teams * Oversee automation, deployment and provisioning workflows * Drive major quarterly operational initiatives, including roadmap execution, efficiency and cost initiatives * Produce clear status reporting, SITREPs and executive updates * Act as the central point of...

Enjoy weekly pay and opportunity for extension in Hinckley as a Passive Fire Site Manager. This role offers responsibility for implementing and monitoring all processes and projects You will be working for a well-known contractor that values not only their clients but every stakeholder within the business, ensuring attention to detail, collaboration and a commitment to maintaining high levels of compliance. As the Passive Fire Site Manager, you will be: Conducting toolbox talks, checking the operatives work and providing training to the operatives when needed Looking after the site to ensure all work follows fire regulations and health and safety legislation Liaise with other site managers and feedback the overall running of the project As the Passive Fire Site Manager, you will need: Site management experience within fire Understanding of health and safety on site SMSTS In return as a Passive Fire Site Manager, you will receive: £250 - £300 per day Opportunity for...

Job Title: Service Manager, Adolescent Safeguarding Location: Dudley Rates: £400 - £500 per day Contract: Interim We have implemented Family Safeguarding Practice across children's services. It is a strengths-based, whole-family approach to child protection, bringing together individual multi-disciplinary teams comprising of professionals from children's and adult services to work intensively with families to reduce the number of children entering into care or becoming subject to child protection planning. The Adolescent Safeguarding service is continuing to drive improvements and practice development to embed the family safeguarding model into our practice with adolescent children and their families. We have secured additional resourcing on a secondment basis to continue to drive performance and improvement within Adolescent safeguarding. We are looking for a confident and passionate manager to act as a service manager through a secondment opportunity. As the service...

We are recruiting on behalf of a client based in Stourbridge for an Interim Finance Manager to join them on a fixed-term contract. This is a 4–6 month interim position, with flexible working hours available for the right candidate. The salary is circa £40,000 per annum (pro rata). The role is primarily office based, although there may be the opportunity for occasional hybrid working. An immediate start is available, subject to DBS clearance. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the effective management of the college’s finance function, providing accurate, timely financial information and ensuring strong financial controls are maintained. The role will involve managing a small finance team and working closely with senior stakeholders across the Trust. Key Responsibilities * Lead, manage, and support a small finance team of two, ensuring workloads are effectively prioritised and deadlines are met. * Oversee the day-to-day operation of the...

Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to join our team in Didcot. The role will be responsible for managing and maintaining quality systems across M&E works, with a strong focus on compliance and delivery on National Grid projects. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage quality assurance and quality control processes on site Ensure compliance with ISO standards, project specifications, and National Grid requirements Carry out audits, inspections, and reviews of M&E works Manage ITPs, NCRs, and corrective/preventative actions Liaise with project teams, clients, and stakeholders to maintain quality standards Requirements: Proven experience as a Quality Manager within M&E (Mechanical & Electrical) projects Previous experience working on National Grid projects (essential) Strong knowledge of quality management systems and industry standards Excellent communication and organisational skills Company information At First Recruitment Group we...

Job Title: M&E Site Manager (National Grid) Location: Wymondley Substation Job Type: Contract Rate: £500 per day (negotiable if all experience and authorisations held) Duration: 6-month rolling contract (project running into 2028) Start Date: ASAP (subject to onboarding and authorisations) Overview We are recruiting an experienced M&E Site Manager to manage the onset and mobilisation of the M&E package on a National Grid substation project at Wymondley. You will work closely alongside the Civils delivery team to commence works and ensure safe, compliant, and efficient delivery. Key Responsibilities * Manage day-to-day site delivery for the M&E package from mobilisation through early works * Coordinate interfaces with the Civils team and other delivery partners * Drive high standards of health and safety, quality, and programme * Lead on site paperwork and compliance including RAMS, permits, ITPs, daily diaries, briefings/toolbox talks, inductions, NCR...

Job Title: Branch Manager (Recruitment and Sales experience required) Location: Worcester Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum Additional Earning: Uncapped commission/bonus structure Shifts: Monday to Friday (full time hours) Experience: 5 years experience working in recruitment is essential  Assist Resourcing are looking for an experienced Branch Manager in Worcester.  We are looking for someone who has previous experience in recruitment management, branch development and sales.  As Branch Manager, you will take full ownership of the Worcester branch, driving new business growth, client retention, and branch profitability through a high-performance sales culture. This is a hands-on, revenue-generating role requiring a proven biller who can win new clients, grow accounts, and lead by example, while ensuring operational excellence and compliance in a fast-moving temporary recruitment environment. You will have a full, clean driving licence and your own transport for travel...

Job Title: Branch Manager (Recruitment and Sales experience required) Location: Worcester Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum Additional Earning: Uncapped commission/bonus structure Shifts: Monday to Friday (full time hours) Experience: 5 years experience working in recruitment is essential  Assist Resourcing are looking for an experienced Branch Manager in Worcester.  We are looking for someone who has previous experience in recruitment management, branch development and sales.  As Branch Manager, you will take full ownership of the Worcester branch, driving new business growth, client retention, and branch profitability through a high-performance sales culture. This is a hands-on, revenue-generating role requiring a proven biller who can win new clients, grow accounts, and lead by example, while ensuring operational excellence and compliance in a fast-moving temporary recruitment environment. You will have a full, clean driving licence and your own transport for travel...

Production Supervisor £15.79 per hour | Temp to Perm after 12 weeks Rotating shifts | No public transport access We’re recruiting an experienced Production Supervisor to manage multiple production lines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You’ll lead teams, drive performance, and ensure quality, safety and efficiency standards are consistently met. This is a hands-on role with real responsibility and long-term opportunity for the right person. What You’ll Be Doing * Managing a number of production lines to hit daily volume and efficiency targets * Leading, motivating and supporting Line Leaders and production teams * Ensuring all work meets quality, food safety and hygiene standards * Managing line changeovers, production start-ups and shutdowns * Monitoring productivity, waste, stock control and labour performance * Using the Vision management system to track production and quality * Supporting audits, risk assessments and continuous improvement *...

We are on the lookout for an experienced and forward thinking Health & Safety Manager to lead, implement, and oversee the H&S strategy across our clients business, a leading distribution company that sits predominantly within the Agriculture sector. The successful candidate will ensure compliance, engagement, and continuous improvement in all aspects of health and safety. Please note, this position is on a 12-month fixed term contract. In this key leadership role, you will: * Review and enhance the existing Health & Safety Policy and related procedures to ensure excellence and best practice. * Implement and manage a structured H&S system across the company. * Drive employee engagement with safety initiatives across all teams. * Identify training needs, recommend structured development plans, and support HR and department heads in clear accountability alignment. * Review and improve accident and near-miss reporting systems, ensuring prompt...