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Job Summary

Continuous Improvement, Health & Safety & Purchasing Lead

£45,000–£55,000 DOE |

Workshop‑based – Lowestoft, Suffolk | Permanent, Full‑Time

A long‑established specialist manufacturer of high‑value, bespoke vehicles is entering a period of operational transformation and we’re hiring a hands‑on Continuous Improvement, Health & Safety & Purchasing Lead to drive that change from the shop floor up.This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of CI, H&S and purchasing in a business that is ready for improvement, open to challenge and committed to building sustainable operational discipline.

This is not a consultancy or desk‑based role. You will be on the shop floor daily — observing, mapping, improving and coaching. You’ll report directly to the CEO and operate with autonomy, shaping how the business works and leaving behind capability that lasts.

• Map current‑state value streams and quantify waste across all build types
• Lead 5S implementation and run structured Kaizen events
• Improve production flow, takt time, sequencing, layout and scheduling
• Establish standard work and visual management across the workshop
• Coach teams in CI tools through live improvement activity
• Act as the competent person for Health & Safety, owning risk assessments, work‑at‑height compliance, COSHH and incident investigations
• Conduct H&S audits, maintain statutory documentation and lead toolbox talks
• Overhaul purchasing practices: supplier performance, stock control, lead times and alignment with build schedules
• Track KPIs across CI, H&S and purchasing, reporting directly to senior leadership

• Proven hands‑on CI experience in manufacturing, ideally low‑volume or bespoke production
• Strong working knowledge of lean tools: VSM, 5S, Kaizen, standard work, visual management and root cause analysis
• Practical H&S experience including risk assessments, PUWER, COSHH and Work at Height
• Purchasing experience: supplier negotiation, inventory control and aligning procurement with production flow
• A shop‑floor mindset — credible with skilled craftspeople and comfortable in overalls
• Structured, data‑driven thinking with the ability to baseline and measure improvement
• Strong coaching ability and a commitment to building capability, not dependency

Desirable: Six Sigma/Lean qualification, experience in Danaher/TPS‑style environments, CIPS or equivalent procurement experience.

• £45,000 – £55,000 salary depending on experience
• Direct influence over CI, H&S and purchasing strategy
• High autonomy with direct access to senior leadership
• Opportunity to lead a two‑year transformation programme with measurable impact
• Stable, long‑established manufacturer with strong demand for its products
• Clear progression as operational maturity increases

Within two years, you’ll have delivered:

• Faster, more consistent build processes with reduced rework
• Full H&S compliance, including robust work‑at‑height and COSHH controls
• A purchasing function that supports production rather than constraining it
• A self‑sustaining 5S standard maintained by the teams
• A trained group of CI practitioners able to run improvements independently
• A culture where problems are surfaced and solved, not worked around

Required Skills

• attention to detail
• legal document review
• UK qualified lawyer
• eDiscovery platforms (Relativity, Clearwell, Logikcull)
• privilege review
• redaction
• GDPR compliance
• witness statement drafting
• legal narrative development
• advanced search and filtering
• analytical thinking
• confidentiality
• communication skills
• teamwork
• ability to work under pressure
• adaptability
• client collaboration

We are seeking experienced UK-Qualified Document Review Lawyers to support upcoming projects for our clients in the legal, law enforcement, and cybersecurity sectors. Join our talent pool by submitting your CV to be considered for these future opportunities. Important Notice: Only candidates holding a valid UK legal practising certificate (England & Wales or Scotland) and who have the right to work in the UK should submit their CV. Valid proof of the right to work will be required at the commencement of each assignment. Visa sponsorship is not available.

UK Qualified lawyer with proven experience in document review projects. Strong proficiency with eDiscovery platforms such as Relativity Review, Clearwell, and Logikcull. Experience conducting privilege reviews, redactions, and applying confidentiality standards. Skilled in building witness statements and developing legal narratives from reviewed documents. Proficient in using advanced searching and filtering tools within eDiscovery platforms. Knowledge of GDPR and other relevant data protection regulations. Previous experience working with international law firms or multinational legal teams, particularly in legal, law enforcement, or cybersecurity sectors. Familiarity with legal and regulatory frameworks specific to law enforcement and cybersecurity investigations. Experience handling sensitive and confidential information in compliance with data protection laws.

• Conduct detailed review and legal analysis of large volumes of documents to identify relevant information, privilege, and confidentiality concerns.
• Utilize eDiscovery platforms such as Relativity, Clearwell, and Logikcull to efficiently manage document sets and perform searches, filtering, and tagging.
• Perform privilege reviews and apply necessary redactions to protect sensitive or confidential information.
• Develop witness statements, chronologies, and legal narratives based on document review findings.
• Collaborate with project managers, review managers, and other legal teams to ensure quality and consistency throughout the review process.
• Maintain strict adherence to data protection laws including GDPR and client confidentiality requirements.
• Attend client meetings, training sessions, and project briefings as required to stay aligned with project goals and updates.
• Provide feedback and support to junior reviewers when applicable.
• Meet deadlines and adapt to changing project demands, including the ability to start work on short notice.
• Ensure accurate documentation of review decisions and maintain audit trails for compliance purposes.

• Competitive hourly rates reflective of experience and expertise
• Flexible remote or hybrid working options to support work-life balance
• Opportunity to work on high-profile legal, law enforcement, and cybersecurity cases
• Exposure to cutting-edge eDiscovery technology and platforms
• Professional development through training, client meetings, and industry events
• Collaborative environment with experienced legal and project teams
• Potential for ongoing contract opportunities based on performance and project needs

• multilingual abilities
• prior experience with international law firms
• training and mentoring junior staff
• knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks in law enforcement and cybersecurity
• proficiency with additional eDiscovery tools
• experience with artificial intelligence applications in eDiscovery
• ediscovery certifications

Job Summary

A leading national cost and project management consultancy is looking to strengthen its Sheffield team with the appointment of a Senior Quantity Surveyor.

With a reputation for delivering commercially driven advice on some of the UK's most complex and high‑profile developments, this consultancy is trusted by major public and private sector clients to lead large‑scale projects and programmes from concept through to completion.

Their approach is built around efficiency, technical excellence, and long‑term client relationships, resulting in a strong pipeline of repeat business and framework appointments.

The successful candidate will take a leading role on a range of framework‑led projects, with a particular focus on Healthcare and Ministry of Justice schemes. Working closely with key clients and stakeholders, you will be responsible for providing strategic cost advice, managing project finances, and ensuring successful commercial outcomes throughout the project lifecycle.

• Lead framework‑led projects in Healthcare and Ministry of Justice schemes.
• Provide strategic cost advice, manage project finances, and ensure successful commercial outcomes throughout the project lifecycle.

• Senior‑level experience as a Quantity Surveyor within a consultancy environment.
• Experience working under NEC and/or JCT contracts.
• Strong client‑facing skills and the ability to manage projects independently.
• Experience in Healthcare or Ministry of Justice projects is advantageous, though experience across other sectors will also be considered.

• Highly regarded consultancy with a strong presence across the UK.
• Secured workload and flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunities for career progression.

Virtual Hire Staffing is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to strengthen its Sheffield team. This role involves leading framework-led projects, particularly in Healthcare and Ministry of Justice sectors. The successful candidate will provide strategic cost advice and manage project finances to ensure commercial success throughout the project lifecycle.

Applicants should possess senior-level experience, preferably within a consultancy environment, along with strong client-facing skills. The consultancy offers a reputation for efficiency and technical excellence across the UK.

Virtual Hire Staffing is seeking an AI Innovation Engineer to develop practical AI solutions and prototypes. The role demands strong Python skills and experience with Generative AI tools like OpenAI and LangChain, focusing on turning business problems into effective solutions.

The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years in Generative AI, combining technical expertise with business engagement. You'll swiftly build proofs of concept and work closely with cross-functional teams to drive AI adoption while ensuring governance and commercial viability.

Required Skills

• Claude
• Python
• Grok
• OpenAI
• Langchain

AI Innovation Engineer / AI Solutions Engineer

Location: Hybrid / UK-based

Salary: Competitive

Standard 8 are representing a global business looking for an AI Innovation Engineer who can cut through the noise and work out what is actually useful.

This is not a “sit in meetings and talk about AI strategy” role. It is for someone who can take a real business problem, explore the right tools, build something that works, and explain whether it is worth taking further.

You will be looking at emerging AI products, LLMs, agentic frameworks and automation opportunities, then turning ideas into working proof of concepts quickly. The business wants someone who can move from problem to prototype to recommendation in weeks, not quarters.

Day to day , you will be working with business teams to understand where the pain points are, then translating those into practical AI solutions that engineering teams can build on. Some ideas will be worth scaling. Some will not. Your job is to find out quickly, with evidence, and without getting carried away by hype.

You will be hands‑on with tools such as

• OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, LangChain, CrewAI and AutoGen.
• Strong Python skills are important
• Experience integrating APIs and pulling together working demos that people can actually use and understand.

We are looking for someone with a software engineering or solution architecture background and at least 1–3 years working with Generative AI. You should have built AI proof of concepts before, worked with stakeholders outside of tech, and understand that enterprise AI needs governance, security and commercial sense as much as clever prompts.

You do not need to pretend every AI tool is revolutionary. You do need to be curious, practical and quick to learn. The right person will enjoy experimenting, but they will also know when to stop, document what they have found, and recommend a sensible next step.

This would suit someone who likes being close to the problem, close to the technology, and close to the decision‑making. A builder, not a commentator.

What you’ll need:

• Strong Python and API integration experience.
• Hands‑on Generative AI experience across LLMs and modern AI tooling.
• Exposure to frameworks such as LangChain, CrewAI or AutoGen.
• A track record of building quick, credible proof of concepts.
• The confidence to speak with business stakeholders and technical teams.
• A practical understanding of AI adoption, governance and enterprise constraints.

Standard 8 are managing applications for this role. Send your CV over and we’ll take it from there.

Virtual Hire Staffing is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Lowestoft. This role involves leading the design and development of bespoke industrial vehicles throughout their lifecycle to ensure compliance and performance. You will work with multidisciplinary teams, take ownership of technical decisions, and innovate in design and manufacturing processes.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering, extensive experience in low-volume vehicle design, and expert CAD skills. This is a unique opportunity to deliver tailored engineering solutions.

Job Summary

Role: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Lowestoft

Salary: up to £50,000 per annum

This is a senior, hands‑on engineering role leading the design and development of bespoke industrial vehicles. You will take ownership of the full product lifecycle; from concept through to production, ensuring each solution is tailored to client needs, fully compliant and built for real-world performance. Working at the forefront of custom vehicle engineering, you will guide multidisciplinary teams, translate complex requirements into practical designs and play a key role in delivering innovative, high-quality products in a highly specialised environment.

• Own the overall design strategy, approve final engineering outputs and act as the key authority on technical decisions. Ensure all designs are robust, safe and suited to demanding applications.

• Lead the creation of custom vehicle solutions, turning client concepts into detailed designs using CAD, simulation and prototyping tools. Balance innovation with manufacturability.

• Collaborate with project teams to deliver on time and within budget. Manage multiple projects, identify risks early and support builds through production and commissioning.

• Partner closely with sales, manufacturing, procurement and service teams, while engaging directly with clients to clarify technical requirements and ensure expectations are met.

• Ensure all engineering meets industry regulations, safety standards and documentation requirements, maintaining full traceability throughout the design process.

• Drive continuous improvement across designs, tools and processes, exploring new technologies such as electrification and automation where relevant.

• Mentor and develop engineers, set best practices and lead design reviews to build a high‑performing, capable engineering team.

• Deliver solutions that not only meet technical requirements but also exceed customer expectations in quality, usability, and value.

• Strong background in mechanical and systems engineering
• Proven experience in bespoke or low‑volume vehicle design
• Ability to lead projects and make confident engineering decisions
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and cost considerations
• Advanced CAD skills (e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and familiarity with FEA/DFM
• Deep knowledge of vehicle systems, safety, and compliance standards

• Degree in Mechanical, Automotive or related Engineering discipline
• 10–15+ years’ experience in vehicle or industrial design
• Track record of leading full product development programmes
• Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams

Desirable: Chartered status, Master’s degree, and exposure to emerging vehicle technologies (EV, composites, simulation tools).

This isn’t a mass‑production environment – every project is unique. You will work closely with clients, apply practical engineering judgement and bring creative solutions to life. It’s a role for someone who thrives on variety, enjoys solving complex challenges and takes pride in delivering truly bespoke engineering excellence.