Total 2,801 Others job vacancies in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 3QX

What skills and experience we're looking for

What we are looking for

We are looking for a candidate who will

• Ideally have a Level 3 qualification in EYFS or similar.
• Be enthusiastic and committed to work well as part of a team, as well as being self-motivated and able to work independently
• Be committed to developing and sharing outstanding practice across GLF Schools.
• Have the ability to enthuse and engage students in purposeful learning experiences
• Be dedicated to ensuring that all children achieve their very best.
• Be passionate about the children's learning and welfare.
• Have high expectations of achievement and behaviour.
• Develop effective working relationships with parents/carers, staff, external professionals and the wider community.
• Be committed to personal career progression and enhancement.

What the school offers its staff

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to appoint an outstanding KS2 teacher with energy and enthusiasm and a love for teaching to join our team. We require a teacher who can demonstrate a commitment to raising children’s aspirations and attainment through creative and inspiring learning experiences. We are looking for a teacher whose dedication will motivate and connect with our pupils and families, whilst ensuring progress and ambition are fostered for all learners.

We are looking for a teacher who has:

• proven ability to work effectively alongside others to have a significant impact on pupil's attainment
• proven highly effective classroom practice
• proven IT skills to support remote learning and Interactive Whiteboard teaching
• clear understanding of assessing pupil's progress
• excellent communication skills with children, parents and colleagues
• ability to build effective relationships with adults and children
• work as part of an effective team with humour and dedication
• good organisation skills
• uses their initiative
• curriculum areas such as PSHE and Geography would support the development of our curriculum.

What the school offers its staff

Staff join a warm and welcoming team. Our values and ethos focus on developing a love of learning, high achievement both personally and academically which comes from the tremendous work of all our staff and the great achievements of our children.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

SENIOR STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
LONDON
Permanent
£50,000 - £65,000 + up to two paid memberships of professional institutions - 26 days annual leave - flexible working hours

If you are a Senior Structural Engineer looking for a new role with the opportunity to work on prestigious projects then this is the one for you! The medium sized consultancy are looking to bring on a Senior Structural Engineer who is either chartered or near chartered to join their team of progressive engineers.
They are an award winning consultancy based in London. Projects they typically work on include, commercial, retail, mixed use and residential developments from £30m to £80m.

If you are an Intermediate or Senior level, with an interest in sustainable design, this is a really exciting opportunity for you.

You will have to opportunity to work on large international projects
You will be responsible for preparing written reports and tender specifications, and will represent the company at various design team and site meetings.
You will be responsible for mentoring graduate/junior engineers, in order to support the growth and development of the team.
You will be happy client facing, and comfortable with technical delivery, project management and team leadership.

Key requirements: Eligibility to work in UK Minimum 6 years' post qualification experience Chartered (or near-chartered) Structural Engineer (MIStructE or MICE) A client-focused approach with effective time-management skills

If you would like to learn more about the Senior Structural Engineer role, then apply now for an immediate call back.

Graduate Design Engineer - Scaffolding
Permanent
London
£25,000 - £28,000

This growing Scaffolding design company in Central London want to grow their team with the appointment of a graduate scaffold design engineer. You will be joining an employee focused design company with awards for their work as well as their company culture.

The company works on a broad range of scaffolding design schemes which will require you to get involved in the production of detailed design drawings, structural calculations and design risk assessments for a range of commercial and industrial projects across London.

Successful candidates will require a degree level education (BEng or MEng) in Civil or Structural engineering and have a passion for working on technically demanding structural design elements.

They have recently moved to a new office in London and as they continue to grow so your career development is going to grow too.

In return they are able to offer a strong remuneration package and a collaborative design environment along with full industry training.

You must be eligible for work in the UK as they are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

Apply now for an immediate call back to discuss your interview availability as this role is business critical.

This role is for an immediate start.

Intermediate Level Structural Engineer
Permanent
Central London
£36,000 - £44,000

This premier blue chip multi- disciplinary consultancy with a reputation for excellent design and project delivery are looking for an intermediate level structural engineer to work alongside a director as a project engineer. This role has great presonal and professional development opportunities and upon achieving chartered status you will be offered a chance to become an associate.

They work on projects ranging in value from £30m to £150m and work with internationally renowned architects and leading UK developers.

You will be an experienced UK based engineer who is comfortable taking the lead on packets of structural pwork with good all round design skills using all traditional materials. You will have excellent communication skills and be comfortable expressing yourself in meetings, both internal and external.

They will offer you an open plan work environment with a structured career path and full support to achieve your chartership, as well as the opportunity to work on truly inspiring and unique projects both in London and overseas.

To be considered apply now as this is an urgent role due to the growing workload and increasing demand.

Fawkes & Reece

As a prominent recruitment agency specializing in the construction industry, Fawkes & Reece has established a strong reputation for delivering high-quality permanent and temporary candidates to top construction firms in the UK. With our extensive network and industry expertise, we have successfully matched countless professionals with their ideal roles, contributing to the growth and success of the construction sector.

Currently, we are actively seeking a Recruitment Consultant to join our dynamic team at the London office. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced and rewarding environment, where you will play a crucial role in sourcing and attracting top talent for our clients.

At Fawkes & Reece, we value independence and believe in empowering individuals to excel in their roles. We also provide comprehensive support and guidance for those with less experience, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to thrive and develop their skills.

As a Recruitment Consultant, you will undergo industry-related and recruitment-specific training that is tailored to your level of entry. This training will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively identify, engage, and assess potential candidates. You will learn how to utilize various sourcing techniques, such as job boards, social media platforms, and networking events, to build a strong pipeline of qualified candidates.

In addition to sourcing candidates, you will also be responsible for conducting initial screenings, assessing candidate suitability, and coordinating interviews with clients. Your ability to effectively communicate and build relationships with both candidates and clients will be crucial in ensuring successful placements.

Furthermore, as a member of our team, you will have access to ongoing support and mentorship from experienced recruitment professionals. This collaborative environment will provide you with the opportunity to learn from industry experts and continuously improve your recruitment skills.

Job Description - Recruitment Consultant

The main purpose of the role of Recruitment Consultant is to provide day to day candidate control, candidate generation and administrative support to the recruitment team.

Duties will include:

• Source qualified candidates for open positions
• Verify candidate credentials and include in their profiles
• Develop job descriptions and promote job openings
• Generate leads for potential candidates
• Distribute assignment information to candidates
• Manage timely submission of accurate time sheets for payroll
• Format resumes and establish candidate profiles
• Handle incoming phone inquiries
• Maintain up-to-date candidate information
• Enroll new job seekers into the system

Benefits - Recruitment Consultant

• Excellent salary and commission
• Birthday Gift
• Summer & Winter events
• Holiday buy
• Quarterly incentives
• All expenses trip for high achievers
• Exclusive discounts with high end brands
• Potential to earn monthly awards and individual prizes.
• Contribution to travel
• Fast-track promotion opportunities.
• Breakfast club
• Early Friday finish
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle to work scheme.

Competency and Knowledge Base - Recruitment Consultant

• Flexible and adaptable
• A mature personality
• Good organisational and administrative skills
• Ability to prioritise
• Good IT skills
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Attention to detail and shows accuracy in work
• Able to build strong relationships with candidates and clients
• Excellent communication skills
• Good problem-solving skills

If you are a motivated and driven individual with a passion for the construction industry and a desire to make a significant impact in the recruitment field, we encourage you to apply for the Recruitment Consultant position at Fawkes & Reece. Join our team and be part of a company that values your independence, supports your growth, and offers exciting opportunities for career advancement.

An Early Years Apprenticeship at Charlton Nurseries offers you the chance to gain a nationally recognised qualification that will help you enjoy a rewarding, worthwhile and fun career in childcare.
As an apprentice you will be required to do the following:


Operate a programme of activities that meet the individual needs and interests of children in your area in conjunction with other team members
To keep records of your key children’s development and learning journeys and share this with parents, carers and other key adults in the child’s life
Responsible for planning activities to support and promote children’s learning
Support all staff and engage in a good staff team
Liaise with and support parents and other family members
To be involved in out of working hours activities, e.g. training, monthly staff meetings, parent evening, fundraising events etc.
To be flexible within working practices of the nursery. Be prepared to help where needed, including to undertake certain domestic jobs within the nursery, e.g. preparation of snack meals, cleansing of equipment etc
Work alongside the Manager and staff team to ensure that the nursery’s philosophy is fulfilled
Read, understand and adhere to all policies and procedures relevant to your role as deemed appropriate by the Manager
Recording accidents in the accident book. Ensure the Duty Manager has initialled the report before parents receives it
Look upon the nursery, as a “whole” where can your help be most utilised? Be constantly aware of the individual needs of all children.
To respect the confidentiality of all information received.



Training
Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. Charlton Nursery will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
• Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
• Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
This will be delivered through Charlton Nurseries dedicated training provider, Realise.


Qualifications required

To be able to complete level 3 qualification so will need maths and English GCSE or equivalent.

Skills required

Good level of literacy; speech and language; social skills.
Self-motivation
Good communication skills
Ability to meet strict deadlines
Time management

Prospects
Career progression with permanent job on completion of training
Qualification / Standard : ST0135 Early years educator
Duration 18 months

We are looking for Relief Chefs ranging from Chef de Partie to Head Chef to cover our temporary ongoing assignments in and around Oxford within restaurants, hotels, pubs, schools, universities, event companies.

Responsibilities

• Display excellence in food preparation and service
• Work effectively as part of a team
• Ensure a professional, friendly and courteous service
• Ensure that health and safety standards are met within the kitchen

The Package

• £12-£20 per hour depending on experience
• Shift times vary depending on requirements, part time & full time hours available
• Immediate start
• Ongoing work for 3 months+
• Weekly pay
• Great work-life balance
• Holiday pay

About You

• Strong attention to detail
• Honest and reliable
• Flexible
• Experience as a Chef in a similar position within a professional, busy kitchen environment
• Chef whites, knives and safety shoes required
• Enhanced DBS or willing to get one

Simply send us your CV oxford@goldstarrecruit.co.uk or call us on 01993 225 075 for a chat about our different jobs available and to see what we have that best suit you & your location.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary contract

Salary: £12.00-£20.00 per hour

Schedule:
• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:
• Oxford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:
• Catering: 1 year (preferred)
• Cooking: 1 year (preferred)
• Kitchen experience: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Maternity Cover

40 hours per week

£13 per hour

We’re looking for a Junior Butler to provide Maternity cover on a Pro-rata basis at a well-known college in central Oxford. You will be required 39 hours per week including working weekends, evenings and split shifts on 5 days out of 7 working week.

The right candidate will be experience in delivering high standards of service whilst maintaining high standards of health & hygiene practice at all times. You will also be comfortable under pressure, flexible, and able to work as part of a team.

Some of the responsibilities include:

To assist in the preparation of the Senior Common Room services in the College
To serve meals, snacks and beverages to the standards required by the Butler and Catering Manager
To prepare and serve alcoholic and soft beverages in accordance with the 2003 Licensing Act
To comfortably deal with customers’ requests in a friendly and helpful manner
To stock and replenish food, drink and crockery as required
To pass on customer comments and feedback to your manager
To assist in hospitality services, including buffets, beverages.
If this sounds like a role for you and you would like to know more, Apply Today!

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 12 months

Pay: £13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:


Transport links
Schedule:


10 hour shift
12 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Weekend availability
Work Location: In person

Working as a Commercial Gas Engineer covering the Reading to Swindon, Oxford to Southampton region, for this well renowned name in the Commercial heating sector, you will be delivering exceptional customer service to each client and clients site you attend. You will be working across a variety of sites and heating systems, including various plant rooms, school, hospitals, offices, manufacturing sites and much more. You will have good fault finding skills and the ability to diagnose and repair commercial heating systems and associated plant.

Job Description
Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on Commercial and some domestic heating systems in commercial applications.
Fault diagnosis of commercial plant and systems.
Working within various premises including schools, hospitals, care homes and other premises.
Working across renewable heating systems, plant and components.
Providing reactive call out response when on call out.

Experience & Skills Required
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following:
Commercial Gas ACS: COCN1 or CODNCO1 and CIGA1, CDGA1, CORT1
Domestic ACS too would be ideal: CCN1, CEN1, CKR1, HTR1, WAT1
Experience in Servicing and repair across Commercial Heating systems, plant rooms.
Experience across Renewable systems including Heat Pumps, Solar Thermal and Biomass would be advantageous but not essential.
Air conditioning & Safe Handling would also be a bonus but not essential.



What's on Offer
The company is a well renowned Heating & Renewables manufacturer, and you will be joining a friendly, professional, driven company that prides itself on its customer service. Upskilling and further training into new emerging Renewable technology including Heat Pumps will be provided. This is in additions to a basic salary with good benefits are on offer, whilst working for an organisation that values its employees and provides them with continued training across all of their latest products.

Salary :- £42,000 Basic Salary + Estate Car, Pension, 33 Days Holiday
Location :- Newbury: Swindon to Reading, Oxford to Southampton Corridor
Company:- The organisation is an established manufacturer working across the commercial heating sector.

Diversity & Inclusion
Kingsley Consulting operate an inclusive and diverse recruitment process, whilst also ensuring our clients do the same and we can provide any advice or education to them in relation to this. If there may be any support or adjustments required at any point throughout your recruitment journey with us, then please let us know and our trained consultants will assist and advise you accordingly.

We are seeking to appoint an Executive Assistant to provide support to the Director of the Centre for Human Genetics, Nuffield Department of Medicine.

The Centre for Human Genetics (CHG) houses approximately 400 researchers and staff conducting world-leading research in human genetics, genomics and bioinformatics. Comprising nearly 3,5000sqm of laboratory space, the unit hosts a variety of research groups as well as housing a number of small research facilities that deliver key services and technologies to support these teams.

You will act as the primary contact for all internal or external enquiries and requests for information for the CHG Director, and you will manage the Director’s diary, using initiative to make considered judgements when juggling the demands placed on the schedule. You will be responsible for organising efficiently the arrangements for meetings, including arranging appropriate catering for meetings held in the office and other venues, and you will make all domestic and international travel arrangements for the Director, including arrangement of visas, processing of expenses and arrangement of insurance as per the University’s policies and legal regulations. Another key part of this role is the provision of daily operational line management to other PAs working in the unit, with 3 direct reports.

It is essential that you are educated to A-Level or equivalent, with demonstrable experience as an executive or personal assistant at a senior level, and experience of complex diary management and dealing with confidential and highly sensitive correspondence. You will have excellent administrative skills, including proficiency in audio/touch typing, record-keeping and dictation, and you will have high levels of computer literacy with a good knowledge MS Office, SharePoint and Teams, and a responsive attitude to changing office technologies such as file sharing platforms, remote working aids and video conferencing tools. It is essential that you are skilled in communication both written and oral, able to draft reports and present information to a high standard, adapting to the needs of different audiences. A high standard of numeracy, with the ability to track financial spend against budgets and excellent attention to detail is essential for this position.

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your online application. Your supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience.

This position is offered full time (part time hours considered, minimum 60% FTE. This role would be considered as a job share) on a fixed term contract until 31 August 2029 and is funded by the Department.

Only applications received before 12 midday on2 December 2024 will be considered. Please quote 175094 on all correspondence.

RPS is looking for an Associate Director to join our Built Heritage Team. This is a rare opportunity for a consultant to take on and develop an existing client base. We are looking to recruit an Associate Director. but would also consider appointing at Director level for the right candidate. The position will be nominally based in our London office but, following our adoption of agile working practices we will consider candidates based across the country (who could instead work from our Newark, Gloucester, Abingdon or Edinburgh offices). The successful candidate is likely to need to attend the office at least one day per week.

You will be part of an experienced heritage team working on many of the biggest and most complicated heritage projects in the country. We offer an unrivalled range of project experience, working with English Heritage and Historic Royal Palaces, major developers and regeneration leaders, and individual property owners. We offer the opportunity to work as part of major interdisciplinary teams and innovating architects to provide outstanding new developments.

What you will be doing

· Preparation of Heritage Statements, Environmental Statements and Listed Building Consent applications

· Line management and mentoring of junior staff

· Business development

· Liaison with clients, local planning authorities and relevant stakeholders

· Expert Witness work, potentially including attendance at Public Inquiries

· Financial management of projects, to ensure they advance on time and to budget

Who we are looking for

We pride ourselves on our commercial awareness. We are looking to recruit Built Heritage experts with a pragmatic approach to the historic environment, leading our clients to find solutions to heritage constraints. You should be technically experienced and positive motivated to engage with relevant stakeholders to help play a part in delivery of the 1.5million homes promised this parliament together with much needed distribution and infrastructure. Our ideal candidate will have a proven track record of providing heritage advice on major projects; experience of providing expert witness and have Associate or Full Membership of the IHBC. You must hold a relevant degree in the conservation of historic buildings and places and a strong knowledge of the planning system. If you do not tick all of these boxes please do not be dissuaded from applying – we are keen to recruit and to mentor candidates showing the aptitude that we are looking for. You will also need to hold a full, clean driving licence.

What is in it for you?

Our staff are rewarded with competitive salaries, opportunities to invest and many other benefits including: Private healthcare, 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to purchase up to 5 extra days per year, Company pension scheme, Group Disability Scheme, Share Incentive Scheme, Life Assurance, Cycle to Work Scheme, Health Screening, Employee Assistance Programme (including numerous wellbeing initiatives and mental health support), Dental Cover, subsidised gym membership, Professional Memberships and access to BenefitHub offering discounts, cash back offers and rewards.


We are proud to be an accredited ILM training provider. We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. You’ll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing. We identify the need to work flexibly, with agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we’re happy to communicate about flexible working. This is a workplace that works for you.

What happens next?

The Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application. If your application is progressed, you will have the opportunity to speak informally with Duncan Hawkins, Simon Mortimer or Richard Smalley to answer any queries in advance of a more formal interview.

All applications will be considered.

About RPS:

We are RPS, our projects are all around you. We define, design, and take care of projects that create shared value to a composite, urbanising and resource-scarce world. Our people are our success. We are looking for people who can find a solution to the problems that matter. Our flat structure creates greater collaboration and speed of communication, enabling us to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry. Here you will find work that is stimulating and rewarding.

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RPS is looking for an Associate Director to join us in our specialist EIA team, to be based at either Abingdon, Manchester or Edinburgh. We are working on some of the most exciting Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects in the UK and internationally, including large scale energy projects – think GW rather than MW! This includes solar, offshore wind, international interconnector and energy storage projects. We are the EIA lead for the Gatwick Airport Northern Runway Project, Morgan and Mona Offshore Wind Projects, Morgan and Morecambe Transmission Assets, TWP, XLinks interconnector and a large portfolio of energy storage and solar projects.

Our team works with bp renewables, EnBW, Flotation Energy, Alcemi, Photovolt Development Partners, XLinks, Statera and Radioactive Waste Management (RWM), as well as many major energy companies. Our track record in renewables, transport and net zero carbon means that we gain repeat business across these sectors.

We’re RPS and our people are our success. We need people who share our passion on solving the problems that matter. Our flat structure creates greater collaboration and speed of communication and working with some of the brightest minds in the industry, we’ll need your input.

What you’ll be doing

With experience within this sector, you’ll already be familiar with what we’re looking for. You’ll have the opportunity to work on and manage a range of EIA projects, including large scale renewable DCO projects. You will be able to lead a multidisciplinary EIA project team and provide advice to the client, based on your experience on other projects.

You’ll be working within a multi-disciplinary environment with the opportunity to be part of a highly regarded team.

A typical week could include:

· Project management role for large DCO projects or for several smaller TCPA EIA projects

· Management of EIA team, including briefings of authors and lead for ensuring chapters are compliant and maintaining high quality of deliverables

· Working as a primary point of client contact on some of the leading EIA projects in the UK

· Advising on legislative requirements, good practice, budget and programme.

· Management of EIA consultation, requirements including coordination of Expert Working Groups

· Sign off of ES documents in preparation for client or legal review

· Opportunities for line management and mentoring of team members

· Opportunities to work on and develop digital EIA deliverables.

· Preparation of bid/tender documents with our bid team, as required

Who we’re looking for

You’ll have excellent experience of managing EIA projects, ideally including DCO and renewable infrastructure projects. Experience in the requirements for developing and consenting offshore wind, onshore cable routes, substations, solar farms would be an advantage.

Your report writing and review skills will reflect our high standards and you will be able to work collaboratively and have the ability to work with clients legal teams and other consultancies. A good eye for detail is essential as are strong problem-solving skills, helping to address client concerns and ‘make complex easy’. We’d like you to have:

· Experience of managing large EIA projects (essential).

· Experience working on large DCO projects, ideally including renewable projects (desirable).

· Experience in managing the client-EIA team interface and ensuring our clients’ high standards are met (essential).

· Detailed knowledge of the EIA Regulations and Planning Act and the requirements to deliver a compliant submission (essential).

· An eye for detail (essential).

· Willingness to travel for client or stakeholder meetings.

· Previous digital EIA experience or relevant skills to help in leading out digital EIA offering (desirable).

· A first degree in a relevant environmental subject and ideally an MSc in a relevant topic e.g. Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental Management or similar

There will be some travel so a full UK driving license is required.

What happens next?

The Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application. If your application is progressed, you’ll have a conversation with one of our recruiters followed by an interview with the EIA Team.

If this opportunity suits your career journey, we’d love to hear from you. All applications will be considered.

We’re RPS, A Tetra Tech company

Representing an exciting new chapter in our business, on 24 January 2023 RPS became a Tetra Tech company. With 27,000 employees in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a leading, global provider of consulting and engineering services. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market-leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world’s most complex problems.
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RPS is looking for an experienced Associate Director grade Landscape Planner to join our team of Landscape Planners, Landscape Architects, Urban Designers, Arboriculturists and Graphic Designers. Working both alone and as part of a team you will assist the successful delivery of projects at all scales, across a wide range of sectors throughout the UK.

We work on a diverse range of projects including some of the most exciting Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects in the UK and internationally, including large scale energy projects - think GW rather than MW! - as well as renewable, commercial, education, residential, leisure and major infrastructure developments. Our renewables work includes solar, offshore and onshore wind, international interconnector and energy storage projects.

We are RPS, our projects are all around you. We define, design, and take care of projects that create shared value to a composite, urbanising and resource-scarce world. Our people are our success. We are looking for people who can find a solution to the problems that matter. Our flat structure creates greater collaboration and speed of communication, enabling us to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry. Here you will find work that is stimulating and rewarding.

What you will be doing

Reflecting the range of our work, no two weeks are the same and your work will include site and desk-based work. Typically, your work will include:

· Acting as Project Manager for a mix of projects for both internal and external stakeholders

· Writing and contributing to LVIAs / SLVIAs / TVIAs to aid a wide range of projects, including Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects, typically in the onshore and offshore renewables, commercial, residential, leisure and transport sectors.

· Undertaking site visits and viewpoint photography

· Inputting into landscape masterplans and landscape and ecological management plans

· Working closely with other colleagues in the Landscape Team, as well as the wider RPS group, including multi-disciplinary colleagues and project teams to deliver projects that form part of the UK’s reaction to climate change, housing and infrastructure problems.

Who we are looking for

You will have a degree in Landscape Architecture or related discipline and ideally be a Chartered Member of The Landscape Institute (CMLI) with relevant years of experience applicable to this level, and be able to offer the following:

· Excellent report writing and organisational experience

· Experience of conducting LVIAs for a range of project scales

· Trained in, or an awareness of, AutoCAD and desktop publishing software

· Be able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and under your own initiative to achieve targets Willingness to travel for project work

Experience of, and contributing to, the DCO (Development Consent Order) process would be an advantage as well as experience of providing evidence at Public Inquiry.

What is in it for you?

We are proud to be an accredited ILM training provider, internationally recognised and providing robust fully accredited professional training programmes - to master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we provide learning and development for everyone.

We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and techniques to develop the ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.

We identify the need to work flexibly, with agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we’re happy to communicate about flexible working. This is a workplace that works for you.

What happens next?

The Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application. If your application is progressed, you’ll have a conversation with one of our recruiters and then there’ll be a two-stage interview process with the Team.

All applications will be considered.

RPS, A Tetra Tech company
Representing an exciting new chapter in our business, on 24 January 2023 RPS became a Tetra Tech company. With 28,000 staff in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a spearheading, global provider of consulting and engineering services. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market-leading development and project opportunities, helping to find a solution to some of the world’s most intricate problems.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

RPS is looking for an Associate Director Town Planner. This is a key role within our National Development & Infrastructure Planning Team, who work collaboratively with our Environment Division. Working alongside a range of multi-disciplinary services within a team of planning experts, you will be delivering on a broad range of planning applications including residential, mixed-use developments, data centres, airports, retail, logistics, major infrastructure projects and you will be helping to grow and develop business and, provide mentorship to junior planners.

With our planning service at the heart of the business, this role will give you the opportunity to join and grow a profitable planning consultancy and, with our transparent career pathway framework, we will ensure you are continually progressing and enhancing your credentials.

We are RPS, our projects are all around you. We define, design, and take care of projects that create shared value to a composite, urbanising and resource-scarce world. Our people are our success. We are looking for people who can find a solution to the problems that matter. Our flat structure creates greater collaboration and speed of communication, enabling us to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry. Here you will find work that is stimulating and rewarding.

What you will be doing

·Developing new customer relationships and maintaining existing business

·Directing and mentoring junior planners

· Providing input into business plans and Chair Planning Meetings, influencing debate and contributing to discussion on operational matters

· Preparing fee proposals and providing input into tender submissions

· Preparing representations to Local Plan consultations, appearing at Local Plan Examinations and assisting with appeal co-ordination and statements of case

· Presiding over small/medium & large projects including coordinating team members, project finances, overseeing solutions in line with the customer’s expectations and ensuring delivery is on time

Who are looking for?

With experience within this sector, you will already be familiar with what we’re looking for:

· Qualified MRTPI or in another relevant discipline

· A highly experienced and knowledgeable practitioner who has experience in large energy and infrastructure projects, including those requiring Environmental Impact Assessment, and those relating to Developments of National Significance and Development Control Orders

· Full membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute and experience of delivering consultancy to a range of customers

· Have an established market reputation with a demonstrable record of winning sustainable and commercially viable projects

· Good financial and project management experience is essential

· Great influencing and communication techniques that enable you to build, maintain and consolidate strong working relationships with colleagues, customers and external bodies

What is in it for you?

We are proud to be an accredited ILM training provider, internationally recognised and providing robust fully accredited professional training programmes - to master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we provide learning and development for everyone.

We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and techniques to develop the ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.

We identify the need to work flexibly, with agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we’re happy to communicate about flexible working. This is a workplace that works for you.

What happens next?

The Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application. If your application is progressed, you’ll have a conversation with one of our recruiters and then there’ll be a two-stage interview process with the Team. All applications will be considered.

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Representing an exciting new chapter in our business, on 24 January 2023 RPS became a Tetra Tech company. With 28,000 staff in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a spearheading, global provider of consulting and engineering services. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market-leading development and project opportunities, helping to find a solution to some of the world’s most intricate problems.

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