282 Chief People jobs in the United Kingdom

We are currently looking to hire an experienced Senior/Chief Engineer to join our Infrastructure team based in Sellafield on a 15 year framework.

Why join us?

In over 155 years since our foundation, Sir Robert McAlpine has worked on some of the country's most iconic buildings and projects. Our success through the decades has been down to our people - we're a family-owned business with a culture that brings out the best in individuals and teams.

Right now, we're excited about continuing our legacy. This is where to achieve more from your career, by proudly building Britain's future heritage with us.

The Chief Engineer role:

• Reporting to the Project Manager you will be a strong leader who can manage a team of engineers, works staff and subcontractors to deliver the project to the highest possible standard of safety and performance. You'll ensure the works are technically compliant with the contract documents and construction issue, specifications and drawings.
• You'll monitor the programme and asses potential areas of risk and opportunity on a daily basis covering the design, procurement and construction activities
• Temporary Works proposals development and implementation
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with the client team

Your profile:

• Strong Leadership skills
• Collaborative nature with good team working skills
• Experience delivering multi-million pound nuclear projects or projects in similarly regulated environments.
• Reinforced concrete construction experience
• Good knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards

Rewards

We're ready to invest in you and your future, and offer wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities.

We'd love you to join us in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now.

Sir Robert McAlpine is focused on being a truly inclusive employer, even if you don't meet every single requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. Especially if you're part of a group that is under-represented in Construction. Our goal is for Sir Robert McAlpine to proportionally represent the diversity of the working population in society. As a family-run business with strong family values, our aim is to ensure that Sir Robert McAlpine is a supportive, empowering and inclusive environment for every member of our team.

We are currently looking to hire an experienced Senior/Chief Engineer to join our Infrastructure team based in Sellafield on a 15 year framework.

Why join us?

In over 155 years since our foundation, Sir Robert McAlpine has worked on some of the country's most iconic buildings and projects. Our success through the decades has been down to our people - we're a family-owned business with a culture that brings out the best in individuals and teams.

Right now, we're excited about continuing our legacy. This is where to achieve more from your career, by proudly building Britain's future heritage with us.

The Chief Engineer role:

• Reporting to the Project Manager you will be a strong leader who can manage a team of engineers, works staff and subcontractors to deliver the project to the highest possible standard of safety and performance. You'll ensure the works are technically compliant with the contract documents and construction issue, specifications and drawings.
• You'll monitor the programme and asses potential areas of risk and opportunity on a daily basis covering the design, procurement and construction activities
• Temporary Works proposals development and implementation
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with the client team

Your profile:

• Strong Leadership skills
• Collaborative nature with good team working skills
• Experience delivering multi-million pound nuclear projects or projects in similarly regulated environments.
• Reinforced concrete construction experience
• Good knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards

Rewards

We're ready to invest in you and your future, and offer wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities.

We'd love you to join us in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now.

Sir Robert McAlpine is focused on being a truly inclusive employer, even if you don't meet every single requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. Especially if you're part of a group that is under-represented in Construction. Our goal is for Sir Robert McAlpine to proportionally represent the diversity of the working population in society. As a family-run business with strong family values, our aim is to ensure that Sir Robert McAlpine is a supportive, empowering and inclusive environment for every member of our team.

MERITUS Talent are working with a defence and national security contractror who are well embedded within the UK, for the recruitment of a Chief Engineer to join their South London office on a permanent basis. This is a strategic and s enior hire for this specific customer.

We're hiring a Chief Engineer to take overall responsibility for the technical delivery of complex engineering programmes. Acting with delegated design authority, you'll ensure our products meet contractual and legislative standards and maintain a high standard of technical quality across all stages of delivery.

• Lead the technical delivery of engineering programmes, ensuring quality, compliance, and alignment with agreed plans and processes

• Implement the technical strategy for product development and ongoing maintenance

• Work with delivery managers to plan resource needs and structure the delivery team

• Manage engineering tasks and schedules to meet project milestones

• Produce accurate estimates for new and evolving programme needs

• Foster a delivery-focused, collaborative team culture

• Lead the development and continuous improvement of engineering procedures and artefacts

• Propose and lead internal R&D projects that align with programme goals

• Ensure all design reviews and documentation are completed to a high standard

• Represent the programme in technical governance forums and reviews

• Support efforts to attract, retain and develop engineering talent

• Contribute to team growth and a professional, inclusive culture

• Promote company values and act as a brand ambassador

• Stay compliant with internal policies and external regulations

• Proven leadership experience in a senior technical or engineering role

• Broad understanding of technology delivery, with strengths in people, process and capability development

• Strong strategic and communication skills, able to engage internal teams and external clients

• Excellent interpersonal skills - confident dealing with stakeholders at all levels

• Highly organised and capable of managing competing priorities

• Comfortable with task delegation and team coordination

• UK citizenship (essential for clearance purposes)

• SC Clearance (must hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain)

• Full UK driving licence and valid passport

A really exciting opportunity has arisen to join Guildford Borough Council as their permanent Chief Accountant. Reporting into the Head of Finance and with responsibility for a small team, your role will be to provide strategic financial and commercial services and advice across the organisation to enable the Council's planning and operational activity to be delivered in sustainable and cost effective ways. You role will also ensure the production and reporting of accurate financial accounting information, production of the MTFS and delivery of the Council's grouped statement of accounts in accordance with the statutory deadlines.

This is a key role in the Finance team and your role will include:

• Supervision and leadership of the accounting team ensuring that all tasks are completed within required deadlines
• Financial reporting and Compliance overseeing the preparation of financial statements
• Budgeting and financial planning
• Regulatory compliance
• Strategic financial planning
• Cost management
• Risk management

This is a permanent role and will require you to be in the Guildford office 3 days a week. To be considered you will need to be a fully qualified CCAB accountant with previous experience in Local Government. The salary range is 59,417 to 68,110.

A really exciting opportunity has arisen to join Guildford Borough Council as their permanent Chief Accountant. Reporting into the Head of Finance and with responsibility for a small team, your role will be to provide strategic financial and commercial services and advice across the organisation to enable the Council's planning and operational activity to be delivered in sustainable and cost effective ways. You role will also ensure the production and reporting of accurate financial accounting information, production of the MTFS and delivery of the Council's grouped statement of accounts in accordance with the statutory deadlines.

This is a key role in the Finance team and your role will include:

• Supervision and leadership of the accounting team ensuring that all tasks are completed within required deadlines
• Financial reporting and Compliance overseeing the preparation of financial statements
• Budgeting and financial planning
• Regulatory compliance
• Strategic financial planning
• Cost management
• Risk management

This is a permanent role and will require you to be in the Guildford office 3 days a week. To be considered you will need to be a fully qualified CCAB accountant with previous experience in Local Government. The salary range is 59,417 to 68,110.

Lead the Self-Storage Revolution – Become the Chief Executive of SSA UK

If you are a bold, high-energy leader we need you to step into one of the most visible and influential roles in the self-storage industry – Chief Executive Officer of the Self-Storage Association UK .

As the CEO, you won’t just run an association – you’ll be the face of a thriving market that’s in accelerated growth. The value of the market has grown 25% since 2023 and is now worth £1.2 billion, with total stores covering 64.3 million sq ft. The SSA UK is the voice of the UK’s self-storage industry, representing over 500 members and supporting a market that’s never been more relevant. Your job? Make that voice louder, clearer, and more powerful than ever.

This is the role for you if you are someone with a strong presence – someone who can walk into a room and own it. You’ll be a trusted partner to the members, a bridge between operators, suppliers, investors and policymakers, and a thought leader shaping the future of the industry. Whether it’s hosting conferences, leading your team, lobbying influencers, growing the membership or engaging with international players, you’ll be at the centre of it all.

We are looking for a leader who thrives on relationships, builds networks effortlessly, and inspires trust and confidence at every level. You’ll need sharp commercial awareness, a feel for governance, and the ability to work with a passionate board and experienced team to drive growth, visibility, and member value.

If you’re ready to lead from the front, raise the bar for the whole industry, and become the standout figure in a sector on the rise – this is your moment.

Step up. Stand out. Lead the SSA UK into its next exciting chapter.

The substantial remuneration package includes a significant basic salary that will be very attractive to those in a similar CEO role, plus a 20% performance related bonus.

To discuss how this role will help raise your own personal profile contact Oli Dunn on (phone number removed), or apply on-line.

Are you an experienced Chief Pilot with a liking and knowledge of 'Tail Dragger' aircraft, looking to take on a challenging role with global reach? Our client, a leader in aviation support for Scientific field operations, is seeking a Chief Pilot to oversee and manage all aspects of their airborne survey operations worldwide. This pivotal role involves coordinating the (client's own) aircraft and crew readiness to ensure seamless support for aerial survey teams and equipment.

• Daily rate of US$600 - US$00
• Opportunity to work in a global environment
• Lead and manage a dynamic aviation team

The Role:

The Chief Pilot will be responsible for a range of duties to ensure the success of the aviation team.

• Oversee all aviation aspects of airborne surveys across various regions
• Coordinate aircraft and aircrew readiness for reliable survey support
• Conduct aerial survey flights as required
• Lead pilot and instructor duties for the aviation team
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and maintain aviation standards
• Liaise with maintenance and field managers for mission capability
• Maintain effective communication with senior staff and field teams

The Candidate:

The ideal Chief Pilot will have extensive and varied flying experience combined with a strong background in aviation management and compliance.

• Extensive experience in monitoring aircrew flight and medical currency
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and aviation safety standards
• Ability to conduct and arrange aircrew training
• Strong communication skills for liaising with technical officers and maintenance teams
• Experience in managing aviation documentation and industry accreditation
• Ability to forecast and plan aviation operations effectively

A great benefit will be a significant experience in command of 'Tail Dragger' commercial aircraft often in challenging environments and a variety of type and size of airports, in most parts of the world

The Package:

The Chief Pilot role offers a competitive package with attractive benefits.

• Daily rate of US 600 - US 800
• Opportunities for global travel and operations
• Leadership role within a dynamic aviation team

The client is a prominent provider of aviation support for scientific operations, known for their commitment to safety and quality in airborne surveys. They operate on a global scale, ensuring their teams and equipment are always ready to support their field operations.

If you are a seasoned Chief Pilot with a passion for aviation and a knack for leadership, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of geophysical surveys. Apply today to join a team that values expertise and innovation.

This role is perfect for individuals with experience as a Chief Pilot or senior pilot looking for adventure or a more responsibility. If you have a background in any of these areas, you might find this opportunity aligns well with your skills and career goals. Typical aircraft you may have flown could include any of;

American Champion Scout / Citabria / Super Decathlon,

Cessna 180 / 185 Skywagon,

Maule M-7/ MX-7 Series,

Douglas DC-3 (including Basler BT-67 variant),

Piper PA-18 Super club,

de Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver,

de Havilland Canada DHC-3 Otter,

Stinson SM-6000,

Antonov An-2,

INDSLS

MERITUS Talent are working with a defence and national security contractror who are well embedded within the UK, for the recruitment of a Chief Engineer to join their South London office on a permanent basis. This is a strategic and s enior hire for this specific customer.

We're hiring a Chief Engineer to take overall responsibility for the technical delivery of complex engineering programmes. Acting with delegated design authority, you'll ensure our products meet contractual and legislative standards and maintain a high standard of technical quality across all stages of delivery.

• Lead the technical delivery of engineering programmes, ensuring quality, compliance, and alignment with agreed plans and processes

• Implement the technical strategy for product development and ongoing maintenance

• Work with delivery managers to plan resource needs and structure the delivery team

• Manage engineering tasks and schedules to meet project milestones

• Produce accurate estimates for new and evolving programme needs

• Foster a delivery-focused, collaborative team culture

• Lead the development and continuous improvement of engineering procedures and artefacts

• Propose and lead internal R&D projects that align with programme goals

• Ensure all design reviews and documentation are completed to a high standard

• Represent the programme in technical governance forums and reviews

• Support efforts to attract, retain and develop engineering talent

• Contribute to team growth and a professional, inclusive culture

• Promote company values and act as a brand ambassador

• Stay compliant with internal policies and external regulations

• Proven leadership experience in a senior technical or engineering role

• Broad understanding of technology delivery, with strengths in people, process and capability development

• Strong strategic and communication skills, able to engage internal teams and external clients

• Excellent interpersonal skills - confident dealing with stakeholders at all levels

• Highly organised and capable of managing competing priorities

• Comfortable with task delegation and team coordination

• UK citizenship (essential for clearance purposes)

• SC Clearance (must hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain)

• Full UK driving licence and valid passport

A really exciting opportunity has arisen to join Guildford Borough Council as their permanent Chief Accountant. Reporting into the Head of Finance and with responsibility for a small team, your role will be to provide strategic financial and commercial services and advice across the organisation to enable the Council's planning and operational activity to be delivered in sustainable and cost effective ways. You role will also ensure the production and reporting of accurate financial accounting information, production of the MTFS and delivery of the Council's grouped statement of accounts in accordance with the statutory deadlines.

This is a key role in the Finance team and your role will include:

• Supervision and leadership of the accounting team ensuring that all tasks are completed within required deadlines
• Financial reporting and Compliance overseeing the preparation of financial statements
• Budgeting and financial planning
• Regulatory compliance
• Strategic financial planning
• Cost management
• Risk management

This is a permanent role and will require you to be in the Guildford office 3 days a week. To be considered you will need to be a fully qualified CCAB accountant with previous experience in Local Government. The salary range is 59,417 to 68,110.