Average Development Officer salary in Northamptonshire

Economic Development Officer £32,597 - £36,363Full time – 37 hours a weekRugby Borough Council is dedicated to both Community and Colleague growth. With a focus on wellbeing and personal development, we offer a range of career opportunities where you can take pride in the positive changes you help create. Join an organisation committed to the success of one of the Country’s fastest-growing boroughs and the people who make it thrive.Rugby has impressive development and regeneration opportunities which will help create high-quality jobs and ensure economic prosperity. We are committed to delivering on our economic development aims and ambitions as identified in the emerging Rugby Borough Economic Strategy. About the roleAre you Interested in shaping the economic future of one of the fastest growing towns in the Midlands? We are looking to recruit an exceptional and dynamic of economic development professional to assist with our growth and regeneration agenda.You will be working as part of a dedicated team to engage and work in partnership with a range of organisations to ensure that we have the best possible business support and inward investment offer, complimented by a skills infrastructure to nurture and develop our businesses and their workforce. We want to attract high quality jobs to Rugby ensuring that our residents have the skills to take advantage of these opportunities. To achieve this, you’ll be supporting the promotion of Rugby Borough as a great place to do business, visit and live, ensuring that relevant business programmes and support mechanisms are targeted to support Rugby businesses and a collaborative support network is fostered, supporting the Borough’s economic development aspirations and the regeneration of Rugby Town Centre.About youTo be successful in this role you’ll need to be able to demonstrate an understanding of the issues faced by town centre businesses in the current economic climate and have the ability to connect with and support local businesses, stakeholders and partners. Please see the linked Job Profile for a more detailed overview. Benefits35 days annual leave (including 8 Bank Holidays and 3 extra days normally applied at Christmas) Generous Local Government Pension SchemeHybrid working up to 60% Flexi time scheme Annual leave purchase schemeSubsidised parking Structured Induction ProgramLearning and Development opportunities including Future Leaders programmes Payment of a professional subscription for approved professionals Family Friendly PoliciesIndependent Support for your health & wellbeingGenerous compassionate leaveExtra Benefits including Retail Discounts & Cycle to Work scheme and more

Come and join a forward-thinking manufacturer of contemporary commercial furniture who believes great design should be built to last - for people and the planet.Working with office furniture resellers, architects and design consultants, this company creates innovative, sustainable solutions for modern workspaces. As demand grows for their beautifully upholstered products - from pods to sofas - they’re expanding their talented product development team.As an Upholstery Product Developer, you’ll bring creative ideas to life - turning concepts into high-quality, commercially viable products. Collaborating with international design studios and working hands-on in the workshop, you’ll play a key role in every stage of development, from prototype to production.Upholstery Product Developer role:Develop and refine prototypes, testing comfort, ergonomics, and durability.Source, test, and evaluate upholstery materials, foams, and finishes that meet design and sustainability goals.Carry out upholstery work in the workshop when needed.Liaise with suppliers, manufacturers, and internal teams to ensure projects run smoothly from sampling through to production.Continuously improve existing product ranges and explore new opportunities for innovation.About YouProven experience in upholstery and pattern cutting.Strong knowledge of upholstery construction, foams, textiles and frames.Practical problem-solver with a hands-on, can-do attitude.Excellent communication and organisational skills.Technical drawing or CAD skills (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar) desirable.What’s on offer for the Upholstery Product Developer:Salary between £30,000 - £32,000, with room to grow.25 days holiday plus bank holidays.Company pension contribution.The opportunity to collaborate with international design studios on innovative, sustainable furniture projects.If you’re passionate about great design, craftsmanship, and sustainability - and want to be part of a growing, creative team - we’d love to hear from you.

An industry-leading provider of advanced CNC machining solutions is seeking a dedicated Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental (QHSE) Officer to join its dynamic team. Operating from a cutting-edge facility in the Midlands, this organisation delivers high-performance engineering technologies to a wide range of sectors, with a strong emphasis on innovation, automation, and precision. With a long-standing reputation for excellence and continuous improvement, the company is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and environmental responsibility across all areas of its operations. The Role of a QHSE Officer Maintain and develop HSE policies, procedures, and risk assessments.Lead on-site inspections, audits, and accident investigations.Manage PPE, COSHH, contractor safety, and environmental compliance.Oversee ISO accreditations (9001, 14001 & 45001) and support external audits.Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and promote safety engagement across teams. Requirements of a QHSE Officer NEBOSH General Certificate (or IOSH equivalent).Strong working knowledge of HSE legislation and ISO systems.Confident communicator with a proactive, hands-on approach.Able to influence, engage and drive continuous improvement. What's on offer Full-time, permanent role with a respected global manufacturer.Competitive salary and long-term development opportunities. If you're an experienced QHSE professional looking for your next challenge, I'd love to hear from you. ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.