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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
**Job Description**
**Job Summary:**
You will be responsible for overseeing operation functions in our Tdy FLIR Sales & Service Centre. You will lead site efforts to develop and improve our operations through efficient and effective integrated processes, implementing common management processes/services to leverage organization resources. Direct operations review of cost and service structures, productivity measures and delivery methods to achieve planned targets.
Leads, selects, develops and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.
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**Primary Duties & Responsibilities:**
+ Management of logistics/shipping (including brokers/couriers, freight expenditure, service performance)
+ Management of Purchasing and BSA/Reception staff
+ Oversee the delivery of sales orders and service repairs, ensuring that customer expectations are met and that service level are adhered to
+ Inventory control (stock levels/accuracy)
+ Project Management on non-Program Managed Sales Orders (monitor progress associated with sales orders ensuring that sales targets are met)
+ Work with local stakeholders to identify areas/opportunities for improvement in processes (provide guidance on best practices, cost saving, lean, timelines, forecasting)
+ Local lead on TDY Metrics and other Operational initiatives
**Other Responsibilities:**
+ Resource management - ensuring there are no bottlenecks in operation activities (training across departments. Example: Holiday/sick cover for Purchasing & Quality including H&S, site security etc).
+ Regularly assess and refine processes, incorporating feedback from the teams to ensure continuous improvement
+ Work with senior management to set long-term objectives and ensure that operational activities contribute to achieving these goals.
+ Work with the finance team to ensure that both service and sales operations are financially sustainable, analyzing cost-saving opportunities where possible.
+ Provide regular reports to senior leadership on operational performance.
+ Identify potential operational risks and implement mitigation strategies.
+ Ensure compliance with, Teledyne's corporate procedures/polices and legal requirements in all operational processes.
Your commute will be to our office in West Malling, Kent.
**Benefits**
+ Flexible Working
+ Health & Wellbeing
+ Retirement
+ Employee Share Purchase Plan
+ Employee Assistance Program
+ Company product discount
+ Bonus
+ Holiday
+ Social functions
+ Volunteering
+ Free parking
+ Free fruit
**Still interested? Please go ahead and apply, we look forward to meeting you.**
This position requires access to export-controlled information or items (i.e. regulated technology or technical data per ITAR/EAR US regulations). Applicants must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce.
Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.
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You may not realize it, but Teledyne enables many of the products and services you use every day **.**
Teledyne provides enabling technologies to sense, transmit and analyze information for industrial growth markets, including aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, energy, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

At Bridges we are more than Engineers.

As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.

Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex – we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.

Our projects range in value from £5k to £5m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.

Role purpose

This role will be covering our tier 1 and tier 2 frameworks across Thames Water and Southern Water.

The Role

Contracted to 42.5hrs per week, Monday to Friday.

We operate a hybrid model, with expectation to be in the office 3 days a week, 2 days at home. Although any client or site visits will take precedent.

• Management of staff and subcontractors working on assigned projects
• Taking responsibility for the health & safety of self and all under your control
• Creation and management of the appropriate Project Documentation
• Control project expenditure to satisfy the success criteria set out in the PID and contract
• Create, manage and update project programmes
• Close liaison and management of the Client and other stakeholders as appropriate
• Responsible for the Client Interface of a Framework, as designated
• Work within a monthly project reporting structure.
• Liaison with procurement
• Proactively manage the impact on and protection of the environment
• Effectively manage the O&M outputs of the projects and to programme deadlines

Requirements

• APM – Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) or willingness to achieve
• Excellent client engagement and communication skills
• Project management experience
• Knowledge of health & safety legislation and company procedures
• SMSTS and/or IOSH Managing Safely
• Appropriate City & Guilds trade Qualification where appropriate
• Computer literate
• Good knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring and controlling programmes with experience or knowledge of planning software packages such as Microsoft Project / P6
• Full UK driving license.

Desirable

• EUSR Water Hygiene
• Thames Water Passport

Benefits

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES

RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and wellbeing. We are a family run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.

Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:

• Competitive salaries
• Company car / car allowance
• Health cash plan with Healthshield
• Standard Life Pension Scheme - 4.5% company contribution
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme - £1 00 if you successfully introduce someone
• Employee recognition schemes

When you join us, you’ll be part of our exciting journey.

Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we’ll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges’ and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles; Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.

Come and be part of our team!

Bridges is an equal opportunities employee and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.

Join Our Dynamic Team as a Training Capacity & Office Manager!

Are you ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced and rewarding environment? We are looking for a passionate and organised Training Capacity & Office Manager to join our team in Gillingham, Kent. In this exciting role, you will support our General Manager and Operations Manager by leading the training programs and managing our vibrant office space. This is your chance to shine in a dynamic position where your contributions truly matter.

Why You'll Love This Role:

Be a Key Player: Assist in the daily operations of the business, helping steer us towards success. Drive Excellence: Oversee the planning and execution of our training programs and ensure a consistent six-month course schedule. Lead the Team: Manage and inspire our Training Coordinator, Training Service Assistant, and Office Administrators. Innovate and Improve: Identify opportunities to enhance course offerings and boost attendance. Ensure Safety and Quality: Oversee the office and training environment, maintaining top-notch Health & Safety standards and adhering to our Quality Management System. Build Relationships: Liaise with accredited bodies to uphold and strengthen our partnerships and standards.Requirements

What You'll Do:

Collaborate with the General Manager on company accounts, including insurance, utilities, and subscriptions.Organize and coordinate trainers and consultant trainers.Plan and execute advertising strategies for courses, ensuring a proactive approach to marketing.Conduct regular staff training assessments and reviews.Coordinate meetings and events at our headquarters, ensuring seamless operations.Welcome and engage with course attendees, providing an exceptional experience.Handle client inquiries, provide quotations, and maintain our purchase spreadsheet.Book courses with awarding bodies and ensure all course paperwork meets compliance standards.Draft training contracts and maintain regular communication with the General Manager.Benefits

What We Offer:

A vibrant and supportive team environment.Opportunities for professional growth and development.A chance to work in a central role that influences our business's success.Competitive salary of £30,000 per annum.

If you're an enthusiastic, detail-oriented professional ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you! Apply now to be a part of our exciting journey and make a difference with us.

**Position Snapshot**
Nespresso
Retail Supervisor/Assistant Manager - Bluewater
£31,250 + Potential Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Although this is a full time permanent opportunity, please speak to us about what flexibility means to you as we are always open to discuss individual's flexible working needs, don't let this stop you from applying.
**Position Summary**
We're looking for a proactive and commercially driven Retail Supervisor/Assistant Manager to join our Boutique in Bluewater. Your priority will be to attain the sales targets of the boutique through premium customer experience and excellent delivery of all elements of boutique performance.
Nespresso is a name synonymous with quality and innovation. Our story began with a simple but revolutionary idea: to enable anyone to create the perfect cup of espresso coffee - just like a skilled barista. Since 2001 in the UK, we've responded to consumers' increasing appreciation for quality coffees and our year-on-year growth is testament to the quality of our offering. Our quest, to be seen as the most indulgent coffee, has resulted in the very highest quality coffees, enjoyed as solutions for 'In Home' and 'Out Of Home' consumers.
**A day in the life of a Retail Supervisor/Assistant Manager.**
+ Completing shop floor observations and providing feedback to the team in line with management support.
+ Utilising customer experience and everyday coaching across the team.
+ Delivering a high standard of customer service.
+ Facilitating team training sessions.
+ Taking accountability for managing and resolving escalated complaints.
+ Monitoring and leading on internal control processes.
+ Leading on ad hoc audits.
**What will make you successful?**
Just like our brand ambassador, George Clooney, the Nespresso coffee experience is innovative, stylish, sophisticated and difficult to resist. We want every customer to have a premium experience and you'll have the passion and panache to provide exactly that. You'll support customers in finding their perfect cup of coffee and be on hand to deliver service oriented sales, promoting our unique brand experience.
We're looking for confident and charismatic individuals who can deliver exceptional customer service utilising strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as being able to demonstrate:
+ Previous supervisory shop floor experience in the retail sector.
+ A proven track record of delivering exceptional customer service.
+ A strong understanding of the retail and competitive environment in which the Nespresso business operates.
+ Enthusiasm to coach, train and mentor the Sales Assistants within your boutique.
+ Maintain and support a positive and collaborative team culture.
In return, as part of Nestlé SA, we offer first-class training and great development opportunities. Plus, you can count on us for an attractive benefits package. This includes a competitive pension, up to 10% bonus, and 25 days holiday, with bank holidays on top.
We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don't delay in submitting your application. 
To find out more about Nespresso please visit: Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect. When we embrace diversity and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our business. People of all gender identities, ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBT+ community are strongly encouraged to apply. If there is anything we can do to accommodate you to participate fully in the application process, please let us know. We take pride in championing inclusion and diversity, our people make up a number of Colleague Networks who represent different experiences and communities who hold us accountable in creating a sense of belonging for all, and our values create the conditions for us to respect the unique contribution you bring. Find out more about our Colleague Networks here: Diversity, equity and inclusion | Nestlé (nestle.co.uk)

**About Us:**
Stericycle is a U.S. based business-to-business services company and leading provider of compliance-based solutions that protects people and brands, promotes health and well-being, and safeguards the environment. Since our founding over 30 years ago, we have grown from a small start-up in medical waste management into a leader across a range of increasingly complex and highly regulated arenas, serving healthcare organizations and commercial businesses of every size. Every day, we help our customers solve complex challenges by safely managing materials that could otherwise spread disease, contaminate the environment, or compromise one's identity.
Join us on our mission to protect health and well-being in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way.
**Position Purpose:**
**Key Job Activities:**
**Education:**
**Experience (EMEAA):**
**Certifications and/or Licenses:**
**Benefits:**
Stericycle offers you:
+ Contributory Pension Scheme
+ Life Insurance
+ Cycle to Work Scheme
+ Access to SteriCares, our employee support fund
+ Stericycle University - Our online library of self-development & learning
+ Annual performance related pay review.
+ Referral Scheme (Earn by introducing people in your network to the Stericycle family)
+ Flu voucher
+ Eye Test voucher
+ And more.
**_Disclaimer:_**
The above description is meant to provide a summary of the nature and level of work being performed; it should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and requirements of the job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and it does not constitute any right or guarantee of employment condition. This position is open to people with disabilities. Stericycle will consider requests for workplace accommodations for protected physical or mental limitations in accordance with its human resources and risks prevention policies and local laws. To the extent permissible under local law, and consistent with business necessity, Stericycle reserves the right to modify the content formally or informally, either verbally or in writing, at any time with or without advance notice.

TPF Recruitment, Kent's leading accountancy practice recruitment agency is supporting a successful and rapidly growing accountancy practice based in Dartford who are looking to recruit an Associate Director . This is a newly created role, designed to support the business’ continued expansion and future ambitions, with the firm targeting Top 100 status over the coming years.

Reporting to the Partners, you will take ownership of the day-to-day running of the office, ensuring excellent client service, developing the team, and driving performance across people, operations, and financial outcomes. Acting as the leadership link between the Partners and the wider team, you’ll bring clarity, alignment and momentum, as well as play a pivotal part in shaping how the firm’s strategy is delivered.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead, coach and develop a team of 15+ to deliver high standards of work and client service.Take ownership of office financial outcomes, including growth, profit, and margin.Convert warm leads and referrals into lasting client relationships.Oversee operational performance, ensuring efficiency, quality, and a great client experience.Deliver change and improvement projects with clear plans and measurable impact.Report monthly to Directors on performance, risks and opportunities.RequirementsWhat We’re Looking For: Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA with strong technical accounting and tax knowledge.10+ years’ experience within practice and/or industry, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.Proven ability to lead and develop a team of 15+.Strong commercial judgement and the ability to drive financial results.Excellent communicator with a collaborative, solutions-focused mindset.Someone who inspires, challenges and empowers their team.BenefitsVery competitive salary, based on experience  Profit share linked to office performanceCompany car (via salary sacrifice)Flexible start and finish times28 days holiday plus pensionModern offices with free parkingHybrid working (1–2 days per week)Quarterly strategy away days and team lunchesTailored development plan to support your leadership growthThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm at a key stage of growth, where you’ll have the chance to shape the future of the office and play a major part in the firm’s success story.