Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Aberdeen

Salary: £27,493

Notes: Working between 8am - 10pm and 5 days over 7

We’re looking for a Project Worker to join our team in Aberdeen working to support children, young people and families.

The post-holder will manage their own caseload ensuring support plans are developed with the young person to respond to their individual needs and supporting them to improve outcomes in line with GIRFEC principles and includem’s model of support.

A project worker will demonstrate leadership and ownership over effective service delivery to young people by managing outcomes for young people through use of line managers, colleagues and organisational tools, processes, policies and procedures.

Permanent Contract is in-line with the funding.

To apply please submit your CV and Covering Letter to recruitment@includem.co.uk

Key Dates:

Recruitment Closes: 22nd January 2024 at midnight

Successful candidates will be invited to:

Group interview session:29 January 2024
Individual interviews: 8th February 2024

About Serco
At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.

Management Accountant
Permanent, Full time
NorthLink Ferries, Aberdeen, AB11 5NP
Competitive salary plus benefits


Serco are recruiting for a Management Accountant to join their NorthLink Ferries team. Serco Group Plc delivers services to governments and other institutions who serve the public or protect vital national interests.
NorthLink Ferries has been operated by Serco since 2012 and provides a Lifeline ferry service between mainland Scotland and the Northern Isles of Orkney and Shetland.

The role is responsible for supporting and working within the NorthLink Ferries Finance Team. In this key role, you will support Serco business leaders to deliver profitable and sustainable growth for services. Day to day this means working with Operational teams to ensure robust financial control is maintained to support financial performance. You will assist the Finance Manager in any duties/work responsibilities associated with preparation of Financial Data for reporting financial performance to satisfy internal reporting/governance requirements.


Main Accountabilities:
Winning good business

- Maintain effective, open and regular communication with operational and financial management

Executing brilliantly

- Responsibility for maintaining tight robust internal control standards and complying with financial legislation and reporting

A place people are proud to work

- Work with wider Finance team to ensure consistent, accurate and efficient information

Profitable and sustainable

- Prepare monthly financial reports, commentaries and statements
- Ownership of Accounts Receivable processes including invoicing, reconciliations, direct debits, collection of debt, refunds and credit notes
- Managing the Purchase Ledger Controller and overseeing financial activities of Site Purchasing Co-ordinators
- Ownership of Petty Cash and Float reconciliation process
- Reconcile Inter and Intra company analysis
- Assist in the preparation of forecasting and projections, liaising with budget holders
- Balance sheet and revenue reconciliations
- Assist in compliance and statutory reporting
- Cost variance analysis and investigations
- Assist the Finance Manager and wider management team in the preparation of financial information and analysis
- To support the management of the accounting and financial systems
- Ad hoc reporting as required


What you’ll need to do the role:

Essential Qualifications


- Part qualified/working towards Chartered, or similar, Accountancy Qualification
- Experience in a high-volume accounts payable/receivable environment


Essential Technical and Professional Knowledge and Skills

- Strong written and verbal communication skills, and proven people and organizational skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience of SAP is beneficial, but not essential
- Stakeholder Management Skills
- Highly numerate and strong analytical skills

Essential Experiences

- 2+ years’ experience in similar role with finance experience, ideally in a busy commercial environment
- Team player and responsible individual who takes initiative and ownership
- Ability to identify and communicate problems and discuss various solutions
- Ability to prioritize tasks and strong attention to detail
- Ability to understand transactional processes and implement improvements



What we offer


- Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, Simply Health Plans, and more
- Access to a huge range of discounts and exclusive deals such as Merlin Attractions, Mobile Phone discounts, Cinema discounts, Leisure, and Hospitality discounts
- A fantastic culture and supportive team where you’ll get the chance to make a positive difference in a company passionate about diversity and inclusion
- Company discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships
- Interesting and enjoyable work
- Committed to professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching opportunities to expand your capabilities.



Apply
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Serco is a Disability Confident Employer committed to employing and retaining people with disabilities. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.

We see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates. We’re a proud holder of the Silver Inclusive Employer Standard and we actively encourage applications from females, those with disabilities or from an ethnic minority background.

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APPRENTICESHIP - Air Project Logistics (Starting February 2024) | Aberdeen | req111627

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the logistics and freight forwarding industry? Look no further! We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Air Project Logistics team in Aberdeen. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with some of the best in the business and gain valuable insights into the industry.

YOUR ROLE

Our Project Logistics team at Kuehne+Nagel provides individual solutions for our customers' transport and logistics needs, no matter how complex the project is. We offer engineering expertise, chartering solutions, risk assessment, and logistics project management expertise to make operations safe and smooth. We support with various multimodal transports, including sea and air charters, and help achieve ambitious goals for challenges ranging from heavy and oversized cargo to impossible routes. This is not just another job, it's an exciting opportunity to be a part of something big and make a real difference. So, if you are ready to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best in the business, then we want to hear from you!

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Our 24-month Apprenticeship programme is designed to provide you with the perfect blend of practical on-the-job training and study towards the Business and Administration SVQ Apprenticeship.

You'll be learning how to…

• Arrange and supervise the transport of cargo
• Monitor the operational performance and report any issues that may occur
• Review and ensure that any Key Performance Indicators agreed with the customer are met
• Execute customer requirements in line with given rates ensuring profit maximization
• Pro-actively engage with other teams (hubs, chartering, engineering, BU, etc.) to ensure a smooth transition of work
• Maintain Financial Sales Log activities
• Review daily operational reports and action all required activities

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

The minimum entry requirement for this apprenticeship is Scottish National Grades in Maths + English or (min Five GCSEs at grades 3 - 9 / A*-D including Maths & English)

Our company values candidates who are passionate about providing excellent customer service, have a strong work ethic, and are able to communicate effectively with others. Good planning and organisation skills is important and you will need the ability to multitask and be a self-starter.

Previous use of Microsoft Outlook and Excel is beneficial.

Please be aware that this vacancy does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship

Key Information:
Apprenticeship Contract:Feb 2024 - Feb 2026 (Jan start date also possible)
Working hours: Monday - Friday, 8.5 hours per day flexible between 8-5.30pm
Hybrid working: Will be expected onsite full time until performance expectations met & initial training completed.If approved, opportunity to work from home 2 days a week is available.

Recruitment Process:
Step 1: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and screened against the key criteria of this job advert
Step 2: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete a telephone screening call with a member of our Resourcing team. This is a great opportunity to find out more abut the business and for us to understand why you are interested in this apprenticeship and what you feel you can bring to the role.
Step 3: A final shortlist of candidates will be invited to an interview onsite with two members of the hiring team
Step 4: All candidates will receive telephone feedback after their interviews and if offered will be invited to return to the office for a further site tour and to provide right to work documentation.

GOOD REASON TO JOIN

We are thrilled to offer you a chance to join our amazing group of apprentices. You can expect a competitive starting salary of £15,500 in year one with an increase after 12 months, and a great bonus once you have completed your apprenticeship. But that's not all! You will also receive attractive benefits and an Apprentice NUS discount card. We understand that starting a new job can be daunting, but don't worry! You will be supported throughout your journey by a network of mentors, line managers and previous apprentices. They will help you achieve your qualifications and progress along your apprenticeship journey. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Apply now and take the first step towards a bright future.

ABOUT KUEHNE+NAGEL

With over 79.000 employees at some 1,300 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne+Nagel Group is one of the world's leading logistics companies.

CONTACT

uk resourcing
uk resourcing@kuehne-nagel.com

Project Coordinator

About the Role

Base Location: Aberdeen, Perth, Inverness or Glasgow.

Salary: £31,339 - £35,892 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The key duties and responsibilities of the Project Coordinator are:

- Managing the project accounts, raising purchase orders, making sure suppliers are paid on time and dealing with external supplier queries.

- Coordinating and preparing all project meetings, making sure these are scheduled, attended and minutes are recorded to a high quality.

- Supporting the project team meet milestones and deadlines.

- Coordinating all project reporting, making sure reports are produced on time and to a high-quality standard.

- Assisting the project team with the project specific administration duties.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Excellent administration and organisational skills; this role is a busy one and will allow you an opportunity to learn about our business and interact with a wide range of stakeholders.

- Project experience is beneficial.

- You will be highly literate with a keen eye for detail, and an ability to prioritise workload in demanding timescales.

- You should also have a proven ability to manage different stakeholders at once, sometimes with conflicting priorities, and be able to prioritise and work in the most effectively way.

- The role will also involve managing project finances, therefore experience in this topic is beneficial.

Due to travel requirements between sites a full driving licence is also required.

About our Business

SSEN Transmission owns and operates the electricity transmission network in the north of Scotland, transporting energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, providing a safe and reliable supply of electricity to the communities it serves. Home to some of the UK's greatest resources of renewable energy, SSEN Transmission is playing a critical role in the transition to a low carbon future, developing, building, maintaining and operating a network for net zero.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact

EXTERNAL: Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

INTERNAL: As a courtesy, please let your current line manager know you are applying.

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HVAC Project Design Engineer

We are currently working with a fantastic client who is looking for a HVAC project engineer who will provide design, draughting and engineering support to the project managers in executing and delivering projects to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed design, calculations and project drawings
• Specify and select materials, components and equipment
• Assist with the preparation of project documentation, technical files and work packs
• Contribute to integrated safety when reviewing engineering designs and ensuring all technical and design risks are identified to meet project requirements
• Ensure high standards are maintained in terms of client liaison, both verbally and by email
• Create specifications, co-ordinate procurement of materials and ensure delivery to client
• Where required, travel to installation sites and review/rectify any issues arising between client and company
• Carry out regular design and project reviews
• Analyse and evaluate quotations
• Control project costs
• Liaise with clients and suppliers
• Where required, travel to client premises.

Experience and requirements

• ONC/HNC in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• Competency in CAD MEP 3D modelling software
• Computer literate in Microsoft Packages
• Knowledge of HVACR discipline and systems
• Background in a Mechanical/HVAC environment

The Position advertised is Monday to Friday 9-5 with a salary of £45,000 P/A

If this role is of interest to you, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Your new company
Our client, a safety provider within the engineering sector, is looking for an Invoicing/ Business Support Administrator to join their team on a Temp to Perm basis with a start date of 08/01/2024.
Your new role
Your new role is a vital part of their business, handling various invoices within their cybersecurity team, ensuring these are done with precision and detail and in a timely fashion. Data inputting and monitoring/ processing invoices is a key part of this role and the successful candidate will be required to handle numerous invoices every day in this role. This role will also involve populating project documents and allocating these to the correct teams, as well as supporting other administrative/ coordinating staff to ensure projects and tasks run smoothly.


What you\'ll need to succeed
You must have a strong understanding of invoicing, processing invoices and handling PO\'s. You must also be comfortable with repetition within a role, due to this role being very invoice focused. To be successful in this role, you must also have a \'can do\' attitude and must be comfortable supporting other departments and team members. Previous experience within health and safety or engineering administration is desirable.
This role requires a driving licence/ a vehicle due to location.


What you\'ll get in return
A competitive hourly rate and, after 3 months, the opportunity of a permanent role as well as free on-site parking and progression opportunities within the company.


What you need to do now
If you\'re interested in this role, click \'apply now\' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn\'t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Project Engineer

We are excited to be working with a globally recognised provider of safety critical integrated solutions.

Within the role you will be responsible for delivering a large range of projects to clients within time and budget ensuring the product is at the highest of expected standards. This role will have continuous support and development opportunities with ownership of taking lead as quickly as possible.

Core Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate and plan HVAC projects for onshore and offshore clients from conceptual design through to close out.
• Carry out HVAC surveys.
• Run project schedules and project delivery plans.
• Prepare quotations in response to client enquiries.
• Carry out detailed design, calculations and drawings.
• Ensure high standards are maintained in terms of client liaison, both verbally and by email.
• To monitor project budgets on a regular basis and bring any potential overspend to the attention of the project manager as soon as known.
• Create specifications, co-ordinate procurement of materials and ensure delivery to client.
• Where required, travel to installation sites and review/rectify any issues arising between client and company.
• Carry out regular design and project reviews.
• Order materials and equipment.
• Analyse and carry out technical bid evaluation of supplier proposals.
• Control project costs.
• Liaise with clients and suppliers.
• Maintain project files and produce document packs.

Essential requirements

• Educated to HNC in mechanical engineering
• Previous experience working within HVAC

This role is Monday to Friday 9-5 with flexibility when going offshore paying £55000 P/A

If you find this role interesting, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Job Purpose:

Before applying for this job, it is important that you read the Applicant Guidance by clicking on this link and the Job Profile attached. These explain the job role and the type of person we're looking for.

Location: St. Machar Academy, Aberdeen

Duration: Fixed Term to July 2024, Full Time - 35 Hours per week, 39 weeks term time + 2 weeks (41 weeks)

Roles that require PVG Membership

Please note that with effect from 1 April 2023, where a role requires PVG membership, candidates will be required to meet the cost of the PVG membership. This applies only to roles with a full time equivalent salary of £30,000 and above. (Teaching roles and jobs at Grade 12 and above (currently £32,555 per annum / £16.92 per hour)

The Council will pay for the PVG membership cost initially, either £18 for existing PVG scheme members, or £59 for non-members, and this cost will be deducted from an employee’s first FULL month’s salary payment.

Paste job purpose/about the role

The post holder needs to hold as a minimum:

HNC or equivalent qualification in social science, youth work, community learning / development or relevant experience to the role

Ability to travel between various locations across the city

Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle to travel around the city

PVG scheme membership (willingness to join or update scheme membership)

The postholder is able to demonstrate:

Demonstrate skills and experience in:

Experience of mentoring / coaching others

Working with vulnerable groups / young people

Communicating and working with groups of people and individuals from a wide range of backgrounds

Working within a school, social work or youth work setting

Working with complex data sets and maintaining accurate client records

Prioritising workload to maintain young-person centred service

Effectively managing change and working flexibly to ensure consistently high levels of service delivery

Demonstrate commitment to:

The values of MCR

Aberdeen City Council priorities

Keeping knowledge of current practice up-to-date.

Demonstrate understanding of:

Various progression routes available to young people leaving school

The key principles of mentoring programmes

About Us

Please see Job Profile for further details.

Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Flexible Working

We are happy to talk flexible working and offer flexible working for most roles in the organisation meaning that many of our employees enjoy the freedom of choosing a working pattern that suits them as much as it suits the organisation.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you consider yourself to have a disability and think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for this part of the selection process, or would like further information in relation to reasonable adjustments, please contact AskHR@aberdeencity.gov.uk.

Armed Forces

We are a forces-friendly employer, have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a silver award recipient in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We have a specific email address for those in the forces, those who have left the forces, as well as their partners / spouses / families: armedforces@aberdeencity.gov.uk. We are able to answer questions about jobs and our application / selection process, as well as about our employee support provisions.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

We have a number of guaranteed interview schemes available to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our roles and who:

• have a disability
• are care-experienced and aged 16-29
• are aged 16-24 and live in Aberdeen City or have been to an Aberdeen City Council school and are applying for a Modern Apprenticeship (except Trades apprenticeships)
• have done a Foundation Apprenticeship with Aberdeen City Council and are applying for any apprenticeships relevant to the area in which they did their Foundation Apprenticeship
• are New Scots aged 16-24 and are applying for any apprenticeships

Further information can be found at https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/jobs

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Job Description

"Before applying for this job, it is important that you read the Applicant Guidance by clicking on this link and the Job Profile attached. These explain the job role and the type of person we're looking for".

Waste Management Officer

Are you a tech savvy, organised “can do” person? We are seeking someone to develop processes and procedures to improve efficiency and performance reporting; liaise with internal and external partners to resolve issues that arise; co-ordinate small-scale projects and co-ordinate service responses to enquiries and complaints.

Location: Altens East
Duration: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week

Job Purpose:

This post provides technical and project management support to the Waste Strategy and Development team. Manages defined projects: develops and manages contracts, processes and systems to enable the efficient and effective management of the service. Co-ordinates the links with key services both internally and externally.

Requirements

The post holder needs to hold as a minimum:

Educated to HNC level

The post holder must be prepared to:

Travel as required in relation to the needs of the Service

Work at alternative locations as required

Responsibilities

The post holder is expected to demonstrate an understanding of:

Waste and recycling management issues and legislative and policy requirements.

Good understanding of waste data and waste management.

The Individual

Please see Job Profile for further details

Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Flexible Working: We are happy to talk flexible working and offer flexible working for most roles in the organisation meaning that many of our employees enjoy the freedom of choosing a working pattern that suits them as much as it suits the organisation.

Disability Confident: We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you consider yourself to have a disability and think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for this part of the selection process, or would like further information n relation to reasonable adjustments, please contact AskHR@aberdeencity.gov.uk.

Armed Forces: We are a forces-friendly employer, have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a silver award recipient in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We have a specific email address for those in the forces, those who have left the forces, as well as their partners / spouses / families: armedforces@aberdeencity.gov.uk. We are able to answer questions about jobs and our application / selection process, as well as about our employee support provisions.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme: We have a number of guaranteed interview schemes available to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our roles and who:

• have a disability
• are care-experienced and aged 16-29
• are aged 16-24 and live in Aberdeen City or have been to an Aberdeen City Council school and are applying for a Modern Apprenticeship (except Trades apprenticeships)
• have done a Foundation Apprenticeship with Aberdeen City Council and are applying for any apprenticeships relevant to the area in which they did their Foundation Apprenticeship
• are New Scots aged 16-24 and are applying for any apprenticeships

Further information can be found at https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/jobs

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