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Head of Transport

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:12:46 GMT

Our client is a leading innovator with leading edge technologies in security and surveillance markets with offices overseas and here in the UK .We continue to lead the way within these applications by providing solutions to meet real-life problems. We achieve this by balancing the business with what is technically possible first time every time. The Opportunity: To develop the business strategy for the transport sector of the business and ensure that it is delivered by creating vision, leadership and a ‘can do’ attitude. Success will be achieved through identifying and understanding potential, new and existing market opportunities while at the same time ensuring that the product and service offerings are relevant to those markets. You will work and develop the current strategic plan for the business covering product, forecasting, development, engineering, sales product, service delivery and organisational structure. Ensure that the product development process is aligned with the requirements of the market and that robust processes are in place to ensure that development road maps are agreed and delivered with in the time and cost budgets. The Candidate: The successful candidate will be responsible for driving business growth and profitability while managing a small engineering and project delivery team as well as leading a focused sales team, being customer focused and visible themselves. Good first degree or higher In a Technical and or Management discipline. Along with drive to succeed in a challenging environment, exceptional communication, presentation and leadership skills, skilled in multi tasking in a solution focused organisation while not losing sight of objectives. Able to see, analyse and act on the ‘bigger picture’ commercially astute with the ability to develop and implement product, sales and marketing strategies to ensure growth targets are achieved. For an initial confidential discussion please speak with Mark Way on 0207 610 6900 or to forward your CV please click the 'Apply Now' button

Quality Engineer - Lean Tools

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:22:15 GMT

Contract Quality Engineer - electronic manufacturing Location - Wiltshire My client are a global leader in design and manufacture of safety-critical and non safety-critical systems , and are currently undertaking a great deal of change and continuous improvement within their electronics manufacturing department. The Continuous Improvement Leader urgently requires a Contractor to undertake development of process maps and FMEAs , and to embedd a continuous improvement ethos into a PCB manufacturing environment. Contract Quality Engineer - skills and experience required : - Commercial experience in either Quality Engineering or Manufacturing Process Improvement Engineering within electronic manufacturing - In-depth knowledge of Kaizen / Lean Tools - Six Sigma experience (to be Green Belt level would be ideal) If you feel you meet the above and are available at short notice , please forward your cv for consideration.

Software V&V Engineers - Software Test

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:01:04 GMT

Software Validation and Verification Engineer - safety-critical systems Location - Wiltshire Salary - £35k-£40k A Software Test Engineer is required by my client , a hugely successful engineering company in Wiltshire. You will join a team responsible for testing and validating software products that have been, and are being developed for safety-critical systems. Commutable Locations - Wiltshire , Bath , Somerset , Bristol , Gloucestershire Software Tester Key Responsibilities : - Prepare and update product tests specifications and product integration test specifications. - Run and record product tests and integration tests using the factory test facilities. - Prepare and run software module tests. The languages are C# and C. In some cases this may involve use of the LDRA software test tool suite. - Carry out verification tasks on the product software development, and document the results in verification reports. - Work closely with the software development teams to identify and diagnose problems. Software Tester Qualifications and Experience : - HND min in a technical subject - Commercial experience in a software tester position , ideally working for a safety-critical engineering sector company. -Experience of software verification - Knowledge of C and/or C++ - Knowledge of the LDRA software test suite This position is an excellent opportunity to join a successful company who are investing millions into their R&D and who are looking to grow rapidly in the future. So do not hesitate - apply now !

Quality Engineer

Mon, 1 Mar 2010 14:15:04 GMT

Our Automotive client are looking for a Quality Engineer to join their growing team in Cheshire. Key Responsibilities • Main customer responsibilities (various sites) • Goods inwards inspection / product evaluation • Customer / supplier returns & quarantine disciplines • Customer / supplier complaint management • Calibration • APQP • IMDS • KPI / QOS Reporting The successful candidate should have a full driving license, be computer literate, be able to use a wide range of measurement and test equipment and interpret engineering drawings / specifications. Knowledge of the automotive industry would be beneficial but candidates with a metallurgical / engineering background and/or qualification will be considered. To apply for this position, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK Matchtech Group Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Inspector/Clerk of Works

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 08:49:10 GMT

POSITION: Inspector/Clerk of Works REF#: 10415 RATE: Up to £23 ltd per hour LOCATION: London Our client urgently needs an Inspector/Clerk of Works on a temporary basis in London. Potential candidates should have the following qualifications: •HNC or HND in civil Engineering or equivalent •Relevant CSCS card, •London Underground Access (LUA) card (If no LUA card, then applicant will need to get one at their own cost as LUA card is essential for carrying out inspections on site) •PTS training (not essential but desirable) •Confined Space training would be useful. Experience: •Concrete works: experience in supervising large and complex concrete works, checking for concrete specification compliance, reinforcement and shuttering, finishing etc. •Structural Steelwork: for bridges, adequate knowledge of checking fabrication of steel work, erection, painting etc. •Highway construction; knowledge of footway/road construction materials, testing requirements and specification requirements. •Experience in STATS works requirements and supervision of the statutory undertakers works. NRSWA accreditation useful. General: •Must be aware of H & S legislation and requirements on site. •Having worked in a railway environment construction site would be an advantage. •Occasional Saturdays and overnight working will be required. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. If you are interested in this opportunity please contact Simon at the Mattinson Partnership on sjf@mattinsonpartnership.com or 0207 960 2552. We do not advertise all of our vacancies so please get in touch if you are interested in opportunities within the Traffic, Transport, Highways or Civil disciplines. Mattinson Partnership brings together recruitment expertise with hands-on transport planning and traffic engineering experience. Through our knowledge of the industry, we are able to provide a unique and specialist service. We respect the need for absolute confidentiality and offer every assurance that your application will be handled with the highest levels of professionalism. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Stress Engineer

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:19:00 GMT

We have a new opportunity for a Stress Engineer working on the South Coast at our leading Aerospace client. Working within the A350 team the client is looking for a candidate who ideally has some recent AUK experience. To apply for this position, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK Matchtech Group Plc is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Quality Inspector/Goods Inwards Inspector

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 09:54:09 GMT

8 x Goods Inwards Inspectors required for ongoing contract based in Derby. My client based in Derby is currently looking to recruit 8 x Goods Inwards Inspectors. The role requires candidates that have either worked in a Quality environment previously and have a very good eye for detail. The role is pick up on defects and or issues that need to be verified and progressed to the Supplier Quality Assurance Team. All candidates must be flexible in their approach and be able to work shifts as and when required to do so. Succesful candidates will also have to undertake a Drugs and Alcohol related medical. For more information about this role and how to apply please ring Shorterm (agy) on 01332 224540

Stress Engineer

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 16:56:19 GMT

Airbus experience essential. Composite & Metallic. You will have working knowledge and experience in the following key disciplines: Sub assembly packages. Component machining. Composite materials design /stress analysis. Candidates must be able to demonstrate: Effective communication skills & technical aptitude in the appropriate discipline You must be legible to work in the UK. If you're not legible to work in the UK please don't submit your CV for this role. Matchtech Group Plc is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Lead Stations Equipment Engineer - Lifts, Escalators, Pumps

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 17:01:23 GMT

We keep London moving, whether on the roads, rails or river. As the Lead Stations Equipment Engineer you will be responsible for optimising maintenance and delivering performance and safety improvements of all stations equipment assets on all 152 stations maintained by London Underground and similar assets in nine operational depots. These assets include lifts, escalators and pumps. You will also have responsibility for ensuring that these assets meet the required regulatory and engineering standards and perform to the required business plan targets and statutory requirements. As a skilled Engineer, you will actively participate in cross discipline groups to capture, evaluate, implement and monitor asset initiatives to improve asset delivery. Key accountabilities include: • Producing and approving designs, specifications and instructions to meet all performance requirements, customer and corporate standards of safety and quality and environmental protection • Developing and maintaining a cross department / cross discipline working group to ensure the capture of asset improvement initiatives. Analysing each proposal to determine benefits. Preparing business cases to implement where cost benefit is evident • Monitoring progress against business case criteria • Preparing criteria for asset delivery for inclusion in business plan. Liaising with maintenance deliverer to agree performance reporting against targets • Producing asset strategies and monitoring to ensure they are carried out to recognised standards • Promoting excellence in customer care by regular dialogue in order to ensure that contractual deliverables meet expectations • Analysis of failures and incidents in order to monitor asset condition. Preparation of reliability improvement measures and preparation of maintenance compliance assessments in accordance with London Underground contractual requirements • Responsible for the management and production of maintenance reference manuals and code of good practice guides to ensure business wide understanding. You will have an ONC/OND or equivalent in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering disciplines. You should have a good understanding of EN81, EN115 and the CENELEC Standard EN50126, and the Railway Engineering Safety Management Yellow Book. You will have experience of managing assets and setting direction at strategic levels and have proof of major achievements in change and operations management of maintenance within the stations portfolio. You will also have experience of delivering performance improvements on stations equipment assets which includes lifts, escalators and pumps. You will be predominantly office based, however, occasionally you’ll be involved with some out of hours site work, which will require a degree of flexibility and the ability to cope with extremes of temperature, cramped environments and close proximity to moving machinery. To apply, please go to tfl.gov.uk/jobs by clicking the 'Apply Now' button quoting reference TfL10205. We want to be as diverse as the city we represent and welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.

Senior Stations Equipment Engineer - Lifts, Escalators, Pumps

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 16:58:24 GMT

We’re responsible for every aspect of road, rail and river travel across London. In this challenging role you will be responsible for managing and developing a team of engineers in order to optimise maintenance and delivering performance and safety improvements of all stations equipment assets on all 152 stations maintained by London Underground and similar assets in nine operational depots. These assets include lifts, escalators and pumps. You will also have responsibility for ensuring that these assets meet the required regulatory and engineering standards and perform to the required business plan targets and statutory requirements. As a skilled Engineer, you will develop and maintain a cross discipline group to capture, evaluate, implement and monitor asset initiatives to improve asset delivery. Key accountabilities include: • Producing and approving designs, specifications and instructions to meet all performance requirements, customer and corporate standards of safety and quality and environmental protection • Managing and developing a team of three engineers and occasional trainee or apprentice to deliver agreed personal and company targets • Developing and maintaining a cross department / cross discipline working group to ensure the capture of asset improvement initiatives. Analysing each proposal to determine benefits. Preparing business cases to implement where cost benefit is evident • Monitoring progress against business case criteria • Preparing criteria for asset delivery for inclusion in business plan. Liaising with maintenance deliverer to agree performance reporting against targets • Producing asset strategies and monitoring to ensure they are carried out to recognised standards • Promoting excellence in customer care by regular dialogue in order to ensure that contractual deliverables meet expectations • Analysis of failures and incidents in order to monitor asset condition. Preparation of reliability improvement measures and preparation of maintenance compliance assessments in accordance with London Underground contractual requirements • Responsible for the management and production of maintenance reference manuals and code of good practice guides to ensure business wide understanding. You will be a skilled engineer with an HNC/HND or equivalent in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering disciplines. You should have a good understanding of EN81, EN115 and the CENELEC Standard EN50126, and the Railway Engineering Safety Management Yellow Book. You will have experience of managing assets and setting direction at strategic levels and have proof of major achievements in change and operations management of maintenance within the stations portfolio. You will also have experience of delivering performance improvements on stations equipment assets which includes lifts, escalators and pumps. You will be predominantly office based, however, occasionally you’ll be involved with some out of hours site work, which will require a degree of flexibility and the ability to cope with extremes of temperature, cramped environments and close proximity to moving machinery. To apply, please go to tfl.gov.uk/jobs by clicking th e'APply Now' button quoting reference TfL10317. We want to be as diverse as the city we represent and welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.

JL-RT-SAFAE

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 16:50:49 GMT

Our client is a leading developer and systems integrator for highly complex, large scale safety critical software and electronic systems. Due to significant, long term, business growth we are currently seeking a number of Safety Assurance Engineers to join their expanding team. Responsibilities of the role will include: - To lead various safety engineering activities (FMECA, PHA, Hazard Log, IHA, RAM) - Assist in the planning, co-ordination of Reliability, Availability, Maintainability and System Safety (RAMS) activities required by Company standards, the customer and legislative bodies at all stages of the project lifecycle. - Undertake System Assurance assessments (Safety Case) of current designs. - Provide System Assurance strategies for bids supporting of existing contracts. - Attend project meetings with respect to RAMS issues. Ideal candidates will possess the following qualifications and experience: HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related Experience of high quality document deliverables to short-timescales. Producing some or all of the following: FTA, FFA, Common Cause Failure Analysis, FMECA, Reliability Prediction, Maintainability Task Analysis, Reliability & Maintainability Demonstration Programmes, Testability Analyses, System Hazard Analyses An ability to communicate at all levels Good understanding of current Safety Standards

Fleet Management Operations Manager

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 16:42:55 GMT

POSITION: Fleet Management Operations Manager REF#: 10391 RATE: £17.50 ltd per hour DURATION: Ongoing LOCATION: North London Our client employs a mixed fleet of vehicles and grounds maintenance equipment, ranging from small vans to specialist municipal vehicles, supplied through an external lease hire and maintenance contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for: •The provision of an efficient and effective fleet management service, within budget, performance standards and compliant with appropriate legislation, policies and contract conditions. •Monitoring the fleet procurement and maintenance contractor’s performance and associated functions within the scope of the contract terms, authorising works as appropriate. •Liaising with the contractor, fleet users management, drivers and other relevant parties as required. •Support the Fleet Management Co-ordinator in the provision of a customer focused Fleet Management Service facility including the maintenance of statutory obligations, preparation of management accounts and monitor commitment accounts, reporting budget variances as necessary. •Assist in the negotiation of contracts, agreements and partnership arrangements with partners within both the public and private sectors to deliver service and corporate objectives. There are several requirements that potential candidates must meet: •Demonstrable contract management experience within a transport maintenance environment or equivalent profession. •The ability to estimate vehicle maintenance repairs with a demonstrable understanding of job authorisation procedures. •Excellent literacy and numeracy skills, with an ability to review financial data using a recognised standard of financial literacy (e.g. BTEC or work experience competency on budgets) •An understanding of vehicle technical data and ICME time allowance manuals (or equivalent) and be willing to undertake training where required. It is desirable that potential candidates also have: •Motor Vehicle engineering or similar qualification to city and guilds standard •Qualified Commercial Vehicle Inspector (VOSA accreditation) or able to achieve this within 12 months of appointment •Membership of a professional institute to associated member status •Demonstrable experience within vehicle products as indicated below (it is essential that you are able to achieve this within 12 months of appointment): oRefuse Collection vehicles oRoad sweepers oLight vans oSpecialist body mounted equipment •Current vocational LGV Category C driving licence (HGV 2) •Certificate of professional competence (road haulage national) All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. If you are interested in this opportunity please contact Simon at the Mattinson Partnership on sjf@mattinsonpartnership.com or 0207 960 2552. We do not advertise all of our vacancies so please get in touch if you are interested in opportunities within the Traffic, Transport, Highways or Civil disciplines. Mattinson Partnership brings together recruitment expertise with hands-on transport planning and traffic engineering experience. Through our knowledge of the industry, we are able to provide a unique and specialist service. We respect the need for absolute confidentiality and offer every assurance that your application will be handled with the highest levels of professionalism. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Technical Assurance Manager

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 09:24:56 GMT

Our client is currently looking for a Technical Assurance Manager to join their Supply Chain Department in Hertfordshire on a permanent basis. The main purpose of the role is to control product quality through company processes and procedures. Other responsibilities include - Inspection of components, assemblies and products at Head Office and suppliers premises (this may involve hands on stripping/rebuild) - Investigation of technical problems e.g. poor fit of components, inability to meet technical specification or test requirements - Liaison with design authority regarding technical problems - Carry out audits of supplier processes and procedures (especially related to outsourced product) on supplier premises. - Request corrective actions to be taken when problems/problem areas found with processes and procedures - Be responsible for ensuring first article inspections, source inspections, audits on product are performed as appropriate and investigations of vendor quality issues - Carry out failure investigations at Head Office and site with respect to customer complaints and quality problems - Responsibility for managing the in-house Test & Repair Facility for electrical / mechanical products Experience/Skills - HNC Level or above in Quality Control - Ability to manage Quality Assurance department within a industrial testing facility environment - Experience in an electronic test environment preferably in a safety critical industry - Implementation and compliance to robust quality procedures - New QA and Inspection techniques and Sampling Plans - Practical hands on ability to rework assemblies and use tools and measuring instruments - Understanding of ISO 9001 quality standards - Quality Audit qualification - Formal electronic qualification / company training - Experienced in using Automatic Test Equipment & PC controlled Functional Test equipment - Previous experience in a Senior Production Quality role - Experience in mechanical, electro mechanical producers - Electrical inspection or production engineering - Experience of working with measuring equipment. - Understanding of mechanical finishes, processes,(including castings) and raw material specifications Desirable - SAP IT Systems - CAD and Visio skills - Valid PTS Certificate - Registered ISO Auditor - Member of the Institute of Quality Assurance - Understanding of production control documentation - Experience of working in a safety critical environment - Understanding of electrical wiring standards - Ability to read engineering drawings - knowledge of quality and improvement tools such as 6 Sigma - knowledge of AS9100 would be advantageous Please forward suitable CV's to stephen.ducker@vital-solutions.biz or call Steve on 0161 836 7113

HSQE Manager

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 15:00:22 GMT

I am currently seeking a Health & Safety Manager for a role in the South East covering Kent, Surrey, London and parts of Anglia. The pre-requisites for the role are: 5 years experience on network rail projects in a Management capacity. Strong leadership qualities with the ability to influence senior level site staff to implement changes that will improve the company's health & safety performance. Lead a team of 5-7 people including safety advisors and a Standards Manager. Hold a NEBOSH Diploma or IOSH equivalent. My client have an excellent reputation in the industry and can boast a low staff turnover. Call for details on this role or apply online.

Safety & Quality Engineer

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 18:08:43 GMT

Our Client, a major Train Operating Company, is looking for a Safety & Quality Engineer to join the team who maintain, improve and co-ordinate the quality, environmental and safety management systems for the TOC. Based in East London, the Safety & Quality Engineer will provide a proactive and enthused approach to continually promote an efficient and effective delivery of our Quality and Safety culture. Key responsibilities of this role include: - To review, validate, control and implement both Production and company-wide documentation and recognised best business practice. - Provide assistance to the Engineering team for the revision, creation and implementation of procedures forming part of the Quality and Safety Management System. - Carry out audits, inspections, surveys as directed as part of the compliance monitoring process for the Quality and Safety Management Systems. - Assist in external audits of Depot activities by third parties such as Railtrack and others, and undertake audits of contracted maintenance organisations. - Involvement in development of departmental training requirements in co-operation with departmental managers. In order to be successful in application for the Safety & Quality Engineer role, you will: - have a minimum of the NEBOSH Nat Cert or equivalent and an understanding of health and safety Legislation, ISO Standards and auditing. - have experience within a safety and/or quality focus environment, preferably within rail/engineering/productions/automotive or similar industry. - demonstrate a strong capability to identify a problem and create a suitable and realistic solution - have experience of co-ordinating projects and delivering them on time and to spec. - have a friendly and respectful manner and demonstrating an ability to work co-operatively with others. - have knowledge of Safety Critical Working Regulations - some experience of Quality and Safety Management Systems, process development and change management is desirable. If you feel that you are well suited to these requirements, please send your CV and call Matt Steeds on 0207 419 8968. Morgan Hunt Public Sector Ltd is an Employment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt are an equal opportunities employer.

SHQE Advisors - Scottish Borders Contract

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 17:13:05 GMT

Health + Safety + Quality + Environmental Advisors - *Contract Position*

Looking for someone for a 1 year long contract to look after multiple sites across the North West and Scottish Boarders.

Salary
£200 - £250 per day

Location
Scottish Boarders

Start Date
January 2010

Role Description
This position is to look after multiple sites for a main contractor working on Water and Power projects. The projects are all M&E related looking after security upgrades over a number of sites so you will need experience of related projects. A good background could include:-
" Intruder Alarms
" Fire Alarms
" Sprinkler Systems
" CCTV
" Door code installation

Required Experience
You must hold previous Health and safety experience with in a NEBOSH qualification. Also site experience of looking after multiple projects would be advantageous.

PLEASE NOTE
You must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position

If you are interested in applying for this or other roles through ATA, please forward your CV to Phil.crew@ata-selection.co.uk.
Alternatively you can speak to Phil by phoning 01332 861322.

rtmjobs.com - Quality, Inspection and Testing rail job vacancies

Head of Transport

Quality Engineer - Lean Tools

Software V&V Engineers - Software Test

Quality Engineer

Inspector/Clerk of Works

Stress Engineer

Quality Inspector/Goods Inwards Inspector

Stress Engineer

Lead Stations Equipment Engineer - Lifts, Escalators, Pumps

Senior Stations Equipment Engineer - Lifts, Escalators, Pumps

JL-RT-SAFAE

Fleet Management Operations Manager

Technical Assurance Manager

HSQE Manager

Safety & Quality Engineer

SHQE Advisors - Scottish Borders *Contract*

SHQE Advisors - Scottish Borders Contract