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We&rsquo;ve been honing our ability to spot&nbsp;the very best people in Professional Services, IT, and Engineering for over&nbsp;40 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;We&rsquo;re based in Manchester but provide our recruitment services nationwide.
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We help find game-changing&nbsp;talent that gives businesses a measurable edge. And if you are that&nbsp;talent, we&rsquo;ll help you find roles that let&nbsp;you go even further.
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My client is an established, profitable and growing engineering &amp; maintenance business with a head office near Oldham and contracts across the UK. Due to continued growth the need for a support to the Finance Director and Financial Controller has been recognised to strengthen the team. Reporting to the FC your duties will be varied but will include:- Assisting with the monthly management accounts Assisting in project and contract accounting &amp; profitability analysis Monthly balance sheet reconciliations Quarterly VAT returns Budgeting, forecasting and costing Bank reconciliations Ad hoc duties as necessary The exact duties will be based around the successful candidate's experience but you will have good attention to detail, take pride in your work and be keen to develop. The role would be ideal for someone who has completed AAT and looking for the next stage of their development. For a role that can take you on to the next stage of your development, apply asap for a confidential discussion about this great opportunity.

Assistant Management Accountant

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit 3x RF Design Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract. The role, due to security restrictions, will need to be predominantly based onsite. This role would suit a candidate who comes from a strong background working as an RF Designer, Microwave Design Engineer or RF Systems Engineer. Hourly Rate: 75.00ph (Umbrella) Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) RF Design Engineer Job Description: The successful candidate will be the designer for specific RF electronics designs. Interfaces to various stakeholders, such as the Datalink core team, Design Authority and other functional entities will need to be managed effectively to ensure the designs are delivered in a timely manner and will integrate to the other parts of the system. Responsibilities: The role is substantially technical and hand on testing and proving is essential. Collaborative working with other functions, in particular Software &amp; Firmware Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production and Future Systems. Skillset/experience required: Individuals will be able to demonstrate a significant number of the following attributes: * Proven relevant RF electronics design experience (likely to be the design of 3 or 4 complex RF electronic items using the latest technologies), preferably for harsh environments (EMC, Vibration, thermal). * Can guide the design implementation of RF Electronics Receiver / Transmit amplifier chains, filters and frequency synthesisers over the 30Mhz to 30GHz range. Software Defined Radios of good advantage. * Knowledge and proven best practice design of power supplies and digital interfaces for use in a RF product. * Proven ability to manage the development and delivery of RF electronic equipment including associated technologies through all stages of the development process * Ideally degree qualified * Planning and organisation skills with a record of delivering to time and cost * Strong negotiating and influencing skills; * Self-starter with drive, energy and enthusiasm and a clear focus on delivery and results.

RF Design Engineer

World Class Defence Organisation based in Henlow, Bedfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Production Test Engineer - Live Build Electronic / Electrical subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. The department are keen to hear from candidates from a background with either RF / Microwave skills or candidates that have strong Test, Diagnostics, Repair Engineering skills. Experience ideally required: Must have significant experience with measurement and test principles, and associated test equipment. Electronic system and sub-system level fault finding. CADMID product lifecycle for test equipment is desirable. RF and microwave technology at system level would be an advantage. High Voltage training/awareness. SAP Beneficial Hourly Rate: 36ph (Umbrella) Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Production Test Engineer - Electronic / Electrical Job Description: Technical support to the manufacturing test of weapons systems in live build production test and diagnostics of complex weapons at system and Subsystem level. * Provide Test Engineering support during Design / Development phases from initial concept through to Production Readiness Review and release to Operations (live build). * Support Test Facility introduction and ensure that configuration control of equipment and facilities is in place prior to use, including generating supporting test specifications and operator instructions. * Support to testing of electrical/electronic weapon systems, with diagnosis of production test failures down to sub-system level. * Identification of remedial and corrective actions, in a timely manner allowing Manufacturing to continue production in line with programme. * Evaluation of technical problems in order to develop proposals for test equipment investigations and corrective actions, including process improvements. * Test Engineering representative at Defect Review Board meetings to ensure efficient progress of equipment and quality notifications towards corrective action. Role requirements (skills, training and qualifications) * HNC/HND (Electronics) Level of Qualifications or equivalent, plus good level of experience in digital &amp; analogue electronics manufacture and test. * A good understanding of measurement and test principles, and associated test equipment. * An understanding of the typical CADMID product lifecycle for test equipment is desirable. * An understanding of RF and microwave technology and test would be an advantage. * Good verbal and written communication skills, including generation of test specifications, operator instructions and technical reports based on higher-level requirements.

Production Test Engineer - Live Build Electronic / Electrical

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a Security Vetting Support Officer / Security Controller Subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. The role will be 2 days onsite and 3 days from home. Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing thereafter) Hourly Rate: 20.00ph Security Controller / Vetting Officer Job Description: An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within the dynamic and vibrant environment of security vetting. This is a crucial area of the business which supports the delivery of security cleared personnel. You will be part of a highly motivated and progressive team who are the first layer of security in ensuring any personnel risks are identified and managed. Responsibilities: Support Recruitment in obtaining security clearances and checks for all new employees. Supporting with the management of confidential and complex vetting enquiries. Be point of contact for vetting issues/problems. Liaise with UKSV and other external agencies when appropriate. Work with external IT platform to obtain and update security clearances. Provide support to areas of Security Services. Lead on departmental projects for successful implementation to meet deadlines. In addition, you will be required to support the Personnel Security Manager in the successful implementation of the Vetting Strategy. Your role will be diverse and fast-paced as you support the department and business in achieving its objectives and reducing risk to the organisation. Skillset/experience required: Essential: Experience of HMG BPSS and UKSV vetting processes Excellent interpersonal skills Able to work under pressure and prioritise work as required Professional meticulous approach, with a keen eye for detail Experienced on the use of electronic Vetting Databases and multi IT platforms Desirable: Experience and knowledge of MOD and defence industry Relevant vetting and Personnel Security experience or qualification Awareness and knowledge of recruitment and on boarding processes for defence industry Personnel Security awareness for the ongoing aftercare of security cleared staff Presentational experience for the delivery of training