7 jobs found in Kendal

Job title: Project Planner Job Type: Contract IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Start date: ASAP Duration: 12 Months - potential to extend Pay rate: £50-60 per hour depending on experience Location: Whitehaven Hybrid/Remote Working: Hybrid working - 2 days in the office Hours of work: 40 hours per week Role information: This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an established team working on a long-term framework at Sellafield. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment to deliver projects of national importance. The successful candidate will work closely with Project Managers, multi-disciplinary project teams, and the Client on a diverse portfolio of challenging projects. Key Responsibilities Develop, update and maintain full lifecycle project schedules in Primavera P6, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project objectives and delivery targets. Update and maintain Programme-level tactical/delivery plans. Work closely...

Our client BAE Systems, a prominent organisation within the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Senior Planning & Scheduling Practitioner to join their team in Warton on a 12-month contract basis. The role involves working within the Air Business Unit, contributing to projects that are critical to the aerospace defence domain. The position offers hybrid working arrangements, requiring on-site presence 2-3 days a week. Key Responsibilities: Lead the creation and timely update of a Master Construction Schedule for the Building and Infrastructure investment portfolio within the Air Sector. Provide an accurate and current programme for all Building & Infrastructure deliverables essential to support aircraft development, testing, and delivery. Maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for specific projects, ensuring compliance with Defence Contract Management Agency (DCMA) standards. Provide agreed monthly schedule outputs and reports as part of the defined...

We currently seeking a Substance Misuse Recovery Worker for our client in Preston on an initial 3 month contract to start ASAP. The rate of pay will be negotiated between £21-23 an hour. As a Recovery Coordinator you will be required to: * Supporting service users from point of entry into the service and through their treatment/recovery journey; * Providing screening, assessment, and recovery planning and onward referral; * Reducing drug and alcohol related harm to service users and the wider community; * Promoting carer, service user and community involvement; * Providing advocacy for access to partnership services; * Working with service users to support social (re)integration, enabling them to lead meaningful and purposeful lives: promoting recovery, resilience, peer support and self determination. An Enhanced Adults and Children's DBS will be required for this position

Senior/ Lead Planning & Scheduling Practitioner Warton Based (Hybrid 2-3 days per week on site) £56.41/£61.57 an hour Umbrella Inside IR35 12 Month Contract initially. This is a great opportunity to work within one of the UK's leading Defence organisations based In Warton. We have a requirement for a Senior and Lead Scheduler/ Planner, based in Preston between Warton and Samlesbury sites. Some Primavera experience would be preferable, but not essential. There will be a requirement to mentor/ support a junior planner/ scheduler on technical aspects of scheduling, although allocation of daily tasks and Line Management duties will be covered by a BAE Scheduling Lead. Onsite presence within the designated project team will be required 2-3 days a week. Lead the creation and timely update of a Master Construction Schedule for the Building and Infrastructure investment portfolio, including the associated dependencies and enablers, in support of FCAS capability insertion within...

We are currently recruiting an experienced Referrals Coordinator to join a specialist detox hospital in Lancashire. This is a key administrative and liaison role within a drug and alcohol treatment setting, ideal for someone with strong organisational skills and sector experience. Key Responsibilities * Managing and coordinating referrals into the detox service * Liaising with commissioners, clinicians, external agencies, and families * Ensuring referrals are processed accurately and efficiently * Maintaining clear, confidential records in line with GDPR requirements * Supporting admissions planning and bed management * Providing professional communication across multidisciplinary teams Essential Requirements * Previous experience within drug and alcohol services * Experience in referrals, admissions, or care coordination * Strong administrative and communication skills * Ability to work...

Inventory Coordinator (Temporary) 📍 Chorley | 💷 £14.55 per hour We're currently recruiting an Inventory Coordinator to join a busy and friendly team within a well‑established organisation based in Chorley. This is an office‑based, admin‑focused role offering an immediate start, initially on a temporary basis, however could be potential for further opportunity for the right candidate. Working hours: 08:30 - 17:00 (slight flexibility available) Key Responsibilities Coordinating and monitoring stock levels to support business demand Placing and tracking purchase orders with suppliers Updating and maintaining accurate records on internal systems (ERP / inventory systems) Liaising with internal teams, warehouses, and third‑party providers to resolve stock or delivery queries Supporting backorder fulfilment and delivery schedules Assisting with stock takes and inventory checks Producing ad‑hoc reports and supporting data administration Identifying and flagging discrepancies or...

Buyer - Exciting Opportunity in a Growing Manufacturing Environment We are seeking an experienced Buyer to join us on a 3 month contract, taking responsibility for the sourcing and procurement of key raw materials and components. This is a great opportunity to play an important role in ensuring a reliable supply chain, competitive pricing, and strong supplier performance within a manufacturing environment. What We Offer Salary to £50,000 - Pro rata Key Responsibilities Manage end-to-end procurement activities for assigned commodities Source suppliers and manage RFQs Conduct market research to identify cost-saving opportunities and monitor trends Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships Monitor supplier performance and drive improvements Resolve supply issues and escalate risks where required Support Production, Quality, and Planning teams Source components for new product development Maintain accurate data within...