947 Operational jobs in the United Kingdom

• Ensure compliance with work specifications, local management instructions, and health & safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
• Supervise safety protocols for both Siemens and contractor staff, fostering a culture of safety and accountability.
• Enhance existing and new processes to improve service quality, directly benefiting our customers.
• Conduct thorough investigations of faults and prepare detailed reports in line with QA and customer standards.
• Provide technical support and training to staff, promoting a culture of continual improvement and professional growth.

• A formal qualification to HNC level is desirable, but not essential.
• Proven experience in a maintenance environment, particularly within industrial sites or electrical substations.
• Proficiency in IT, including MS Office and MS Project, to effectively manage tasks and projects.
• A solid understanding of Health & Safety legislation and Risk Management Processes.
• A commitment to the Siemens Think Customer initiative, showcasing excellent call handling and voicemail skills.

• Opportunities to work with a global team
• Opportunities to work on and lead a variety of innovative projects
• Medical benefits
• Remote/Flexible work
• Time off/Paid holidays and parental leave
• Continual learning through the platform
• Access to a variety of employee resource groups

SALARY:  £35,000 per annum

HOURS:  37.5 per week, Monday - Friday

LOCATION:  Albert Road, Bristol

Operational Accountant 

About Bristol Waste Company:

What we do is important – we’re here to keep Bristol, and beyond, clean, and safe.

We do this for our city’s residents, workers, visitors, and businesses. Our work helps deliver Bristol’s sustainability targets in partnership with the council. 

Bristol Waste’s commercial operation, where we serve businesses and organisations across the region, is also growing.

Our ambition is to provide good quality, value for money services, and we continue to deliver a social value impact worth more than £30 million every year.

We want people who share our values and want to work with us to drive our business forward.

Purpose of the role:

The Operations Accountant will provide vital support to the Financial Accountant and the wider finance function, with a focus on ensuring the accuracy of core financial processes and strengthening the company’s reporting and compliance capability. The role will oversee functional finance transactions and contribute directly to month-end, year-end, and management reporting cycles.

Key Responsibilities:

Core Finance Activities

• Manage balance sheet accounts, ensuring reconciliations are accurate, timely, and supported with appropriate documentation.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of journals, accruals, and prepayments.
• Assist in the production of management accounts, financial statements, and supporting analysis.
• Assist in accounts receivable and accounts payable processes, ensuring accuracy and resolving queries promptly. 

Compliance & Control

• Ensure compliance with VAT and other statutory reporting requirements
• Maintain financial integrity by ensuring transactions are recorded in line with company policies and accounting standards.
• Support external and internal audits through preparation of reconciliations, schedules, and supporting evidence.

Business Support

• Provide analysis and commentary to support decision-making across the organisation.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Finance and Operations to improve processes, drive efficiencies, and resolve issues.
• Support ad-hoc projects and strategic initiatives led by the Finance function.

Other Responsibilities

• Deputise for the Financial Accountant as needed.
• Ensure a safe and compliant working environment, following company policies and health & safety guidelines.
• Support the business with ad-hoc financial projects as required.

Essential Requirements for the Role:

• Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/AAT) or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of balance sheet management, reconciliations, and VAT.
• Experience supporting month-end and year-end close processes.
• Good understanding of accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.

Full Job Description can be provided upon request.

Our Benefits:

• Annual leave package of 25 days plus 8 bank holidays.
• Employer contribution of 5% into the company pension scheme.
• Support for Mental Health, including a BUPA Employee Assistance Programme that provides support covering Mental Health, Financial and Family related topics. We also have Mental Health First Aiders across the business.
• Support for your Physical Health with our BUPA Health Cash Plan (we cover the cost of coverage for you), Cycle to Work scheme and an onsite Physiotherapist. All are free for our colleagues.
• Because we value our colleagues, we want to recruit more employees just like them, which is why we have our employee referral scheme. 
• Dedicated learning and development team. We take pride in developing our colleagues and some examples of this include our In-House Driver Development Programme and internal promotions. Many of our Senior Leadership Team have developed from Operational roles, such as one of our Contract Managers who started as a Street Cleanser.
• Employee recognition ‘Stand Out Award’ and long service awards. To celebrate our colleagues wherever they are on their journey with us, we recognise and celebrate talent.
• We recognise that everyone is different and strive to create an environment that supports all colleagues through flexible working. We have introduced a hybrid working model where possible and actively encourage part-time working, job sharing and flexibility on hours. If this interests, you please do get in touch, and we can start a conversation.

Everyone belongs:

At Bristol Waste everyone belongs – we are proud of being a truly inclusive organisation. 

We give fair and equal consideration to all applications.

We encourage and welcome applications from people of all ages, genders ethnicities, nationalities, disabilities, religions or beliefs and of neuro divergence.

Important note on applying:

• Please apply as soon as possible and before 23:59 on the closing date. Sometimes we close vacancies early if we receive a high number of quality applications.
• Due to the high volume of interest, we won’t be able to receive late applications and we are currently unable to respond to all who apply. 
• If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, it unfortunately means you won’t be invited to interview on this occasion. 

Contact us:

Please contact our People Services team to discuss this role, your application, or any reasonable adjustments and support in applying for this position: 

Thank you for your interest in joining Bristol Waste Company.

Operational Accountant
Office based role in Burton on Trent
Open to Permanent and fixed term contracts

Join Marley as an Operational Accountant!

Marley, is seeking a dedicated and analytical Operational Accountant to join our finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a well-respected brand in the UK roofing industry and play a key role in driving operational efficiency and financial performance.

If you're a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional with a passion for understanding the financial drivers of business operations, we want to hear from you!

Here at Marley, we’re raising the roof in the UK roofing industry! Marley is at the forefront of pitched roof systems, leading the industry in sustainability and innovation. With over a century of know-how under our belt, we're the trusted partners for architects, contractors, and roofing professionals. We’ve now joined forces with Marshalls Plc the UK’s leading manufacturer of hard landscaping and building products – bringing two strong heritages together!

So, what’s the mission?
As an Operational Accountant at Marley, you will be instrumental in supporting our manufacturing and operational teams. You'll be responsible for providing crucial financial insights, managing cost controls, and contributing to accurate financial reporting. This role offers the chance to work closely with various departments, offering financial guidance that directly impacts decision-making and continuous improvement.

What are the mission-critical skills?
Qualifications : Qualified or actively working towards an accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
Skills:

• Highly organised with a keen eye for detail
• Self-motivated and proactive with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across different departments and Proficient in Excel and other relevant accounting software
  
  What’s in it for you?
  This is a great opportunity to take the next step in progressing your career and joining our industry-leading company! We offer a competitive salary, professional development and benefits.

Some of the Benefits include:

• Development opportunities
• 26 Holidays + bank holidays
• Company Pension up to 15% (5% Employee, 10% Employer)
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee Discount programme
• Refer a friend scheme
  

What's next? If successful in your application, we will call you to run through some of the details of the job which will be followed by a Teams interview and then a face-to-face interview. Successful candidates will start with Marley as soon as possible or as soon as they are available.

Find out more about Marley here:

More about Marley and Marshalls:
Our operations are organised into three distinct divisions: Marshalls Landscape Products, Marshalls Building Products, and Marley Roofing Products.

Marley is a division of Marshalls plc, the UK’s leading hard landscaping, building, and roofing products supplier. We’re a FTSE250 company and are proud to be a Super brand since 2010. To find out more about the Marshalls Group please visit our website:

Equal Opportunities
Whoever you are and whatever your background, you’ll find a fair and supportive workplace. You’re unique and we want you to bring every part of who you are to work, every day.

We’re committed to ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. To us, this is more than a legal, moral, or ethical necessity – it’s the right thing to do!

We want our team to reflect the diverse nature of society and the communities we serve. Marshall’s plc is a workplace where you’re valued for the contribution you make, and where you can grow and develop by being entirely yourself!

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A s a Operational Manager, you will be accountable for an area of the prison (for example a residential prisoner hall) or for a specific function (for example Operations or Offender Outcomes). Within your area you will have responsibilities such as budgets, staffing, projects and ensuring compliance with all legislation, rules and regulations. You will be a values-based leader with responsibility for a large team of First Line Managers, front line staff and have overall responsibility for those in our care within your accountable area. 

You’ll support the achievement of the SPS Corporate Plan and Vision through the constructive engagement of colleagues, the effective delivery of the establishment Annual Delivery Plan, role modelling the SPS values in all that you do. Additionally, you’ll have responsibility for designing, initiating and/or delivering projects to bring about change which promotes the SPS Values and Vision.  

You will ensure the highest levels of safety and well-being (physical and mental) for both your team and the people in our care, as well as creating a supportive environment that fosters growth and provides opportunities for development. This role offers a real opportunity to make a difference to the lives of those in our care, but also of the staff you will be working with.  

You’ll also act as Duty Manager, covering the entire prison on a shift basis, making all necessary decisions and overseeing incident management as required.  

The typical working pattern will be Monday-Friday day shift working hours (normal working hours); however, y ou may be required to participate in an on call rota covering the role of Duty Manager. This will require shift work including weekend working and being on-call. By taking part in this you will be paid an annual rate of £2000 (pro ata for part time). Payments will be made on a monthly basis.  

For further information on our employee benefits and applying for a role with the Scottish Prison Service, please view the Candidate Pack and Guidance documents attached to the job advert below. 

Provide values based leadership which inspires and empowers. Act as a role model, using emotional intelligence to challenge inappropriate behaviour and support the personal and professional development of others.  

Implement and promote change which builds the SPS vision and values. Ensure staff engagement prior to and during change; supporting those resistant to change and empowering those who embrace it.   

Leadership Experience    

Experience of providing values based leadership, creating a positive and supportive learning environment.  Experience of directing, inspiring and empowering others, adapting your approach as appropriate, to deliver positive outcomes through others.  

Essential

Operational Experience  

Experience of leading a team of managers in a highly complex operational environment. Managing multi-faceted operations and stakeholders whilst ensuring rules, regulations and statutory legislation are implemented and adhered to. Able to manage challenging circumstances and behaviours to ensure progress is made and goals are achieved.  

Essential

Making a Difference     

Experience of initiating and driving change, whether through small incremental steps or larger change management processes. Demonstrating a positive attitude and a high level of drive to overcome barriers and resistance and resilience to keep going in the face of opposition.  

Essential

Analytical Skills    

Analysing and interpreting complex information from a variety of sources to identify root causes, trends and the bigger picture to inform decisions and actions. These include quantitative and qualitative data, written sources and environmental sources such as operational intuition and team culture.    

Essential

Operational Prison Support

Location: HMP Woodhill

Shift Pattern: 39 Hours a week - Monday to Friday and include working evenings, nights, weekends and Bank/Public holidays.

Hourly rate: 14.97 per hour, increasing to 21.71 per hour with overtime

Please note a driving licence is required for this role

Ready for a rewarding role in the justice system? We're hiring an Operational Support Grade (SSO) to join our team in HMP Woodhill. Contribute to vital security operations including gate duties, visitor checks, prisoner escorts, CCTV monitoring, and more.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage entry/exit and searches at the gate
• Escort contractors, vehicles, and prisoners
• Monitor CCTV, report suspicious activity
• Process visitors and oversee mail censorship
• Assist with prisoner processing and food delivery

What we offer:

• Competitive pay with overtime options
• 20 days annual leave + public holidays
• Access to training and career development

Skills & requirements:

• Good IT skills and a UK driving licence (location-dependent)
• Strong communication and teamworking abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and follow security protocols

Important: A full and comprehensive DBS will be conducted for this role, and photo ID will be required.

Ready to apply?

If you're looking for a fulfilling role in the justice system, apply today and take the next step in your career.