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Pentaho Engineer - Inside IR35 - SC Cleared One of our leading clients is looking for a Pentaho Engineer who will design, develop, and maintain ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) workflows and data integration solutions using Pentaho Data Integration (PDI). This role focuses on ensuring the accuracy, scalability, and performance of data pipelines that support analytics, reporting, and Business Intelligence initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and optimize ETL workflows using Pentaho Data Integration (PDI) . Integrate data from multiple heterogeneous sources such as databases, APIs, flat files, and cloud platforms. Implement data transformation, cleansing, and validation processes. Collaborate with data analysts, BI developers, and data architects to understand data requirements. Troubleshoot and resolve issues in ETL jobs, ensuring data accuracy and integrity. Automate and schedule Pentaho jobs using Carte, Kitchen, or Pan scripts. Optimize performance of ETL jobs and SQL queries. Participate in data modelling and data warehouse design discussions. Support deployment of Pentaho solutions in production environments. Create and maintain documentation for ETL processes and data flows. Required Skills and Experience Hands-on experience with Pentaho Data Integration (PDI/Kettle) . Strong proficiency in SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server, etc.). Experience with data warehousing concepts (star schema, dimension modelling). Familiarity with ETL performance tuning and error handling techniques. Experience working with Linux/Unix environments and Shell Scripting. Understanding of REST/SOAP APIs , JSON , XML , and flat file processing . Version control experience (eg, Git , SVN ). Solid analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience with big data platforms (eg, Hadoop, Spark) or cloud ETL tools (AWS Glue, Azure Data Factory, etc.). Knowledge of BI tools (eg, Pentaho BA Server, Tableau, Power BI). Familiarity with data governance , metadata management , and data quality frameworks . Experience with Python or Java Scripting for ETL customization. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science , Information Systems , Engineering , or related field. If you are looking for your next contract, contact me on the details below.

ERP Functional Consultant (IFS) - Permanent Position Role Overview You'll act as a key business and system link-analysing, mapping, and optimizing business processes (Finance, Manufacturing, Service/Rental, Supply Chain, etc.) while configuring and supporting ERP systems such as IFS, INFOR, or Microsoft Dynamics. Although the focus is functional, the role involves exposure to implementation, software, technical, and finance ERP specializations. Core Responsibilities Analyze and document business processes and requirements. Configure and implement ERP solutions to meet business needs. Provide end-user training and post-implementation support. Collaborate with technical teams for customizations. Manage data integrity and continuous improvement initiatives. Produce detailed documentation: process maps, specifications, test plans, and training materials. Key Skills & Experience ERP expertise: IFS, INFOR, Microsoft Dynamics. Business process mapping: Documenting as-is and to-be workflows. Requirements analysis: Translating business needs into technical specifications. System configuration & testing. Training & documentation. Data analysis: Using tools like Excel or Power BI. Problem-solving & communication. Essential Criteria Degree (IT, Business Administration, or related). Proven ERP experience (IFS, INFOR, or MS Dynamics). Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills. Desirable Criteria Prior business experience in a similar role. SQL/PLSQL knowledge for data management or integration. Eagerness to learn and grow.

Senior D365 F&O Functional Consultant - Outside IR35 contract - ASAP Start We are working with a client in the construction industry and who need to bolster the team with a strong Senior F&O functional consultant who has in depth construction industry experience. Key Responsibilities & Requirements: Lead the functional design, configuration, and delivery of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O) with a focus on construction industry processes. Lead workshops with stakeholders to capture requirements in areas such as project accounting, job costing, subcontractor management, and contract administration. Configure and optimise finance and procurement processes, including subcontractor procurement, materials management, purchase requisitions, tendering, and approvals. Ensure D365 F&O supports construction-specific financial practices such as retention, staged billing, variations, and cash flow management. Design and document functional specifications for customisations, integrations, and reporting. Support testing, data migration, and deployment activities to ensure successful solution delivery. Provide training and knowledge transfer to business users and super users. Collaborate with project managers and technical teams to deliver solutions on time and within scope. Advise on industry best practices for finance, procurement, and supply chain management in D365 F&O. Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, ensuring D365 F&O drives efficiency, compliance, and business value If you are looking for your next contract, contact me on the details below.

OUTSIDE IR35 - ASAP START CONTRACT TO DECEMBER 2026 BPSS CLEARANCE REQUIRED HYBRID WORKING - 2 DAYS PER WEEK IN PRESTON Integrated Planner (ERP Transformation Programme) The Integrated Planner will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and assuring the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) across a complex in-flight ERP transformation programme. This role will ensure all programme workstreams (technical, functional, business change, data, testing, cutover, hypercare) are aligned, dependencies are managed, risks are identified, and progress is tracked against baseline delivery. The role is central to providing clear visibility of delivery confidence to programme leadership and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Planning & Scheduling Develop, maintain, and manage the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) across all ERP workstreams. Establish and enforce standardised planning processes and templates . Capture, validate, and track milestones, deliverables, dependencies, and resourcing requirements . Provide clear critical path visibility and highlight slippages or risks to delivery timelines. Dependency & Risk Management Identify, manage, and report on cross-workstream dependencies . Perform Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA) to assess confidence in delivery timelines and recommend mitigations. Support risk workshops and ensure schedule risks are linked to the programme risk register. Governance & Reporting Provide planning input for Steering Committee, Programme Board, and PMO reporting . Support programme assurance reviews, stage-gates, and readiness assessments. Deliver reporting dashboards, RAG status updates, and schedule variance analysis for leadership. Change & Controls Assess and incorporate approved scope or design changes into the IMS. Conduct impact assessments of schedule changes on programme delivery. Ensure programme planning aligns with established project controls framework . Cutover & Deployment Develop and manage the cutover plan , integrating technical and business activities. Ensure alignment of testing, training, and change readiness leading into go-live. Support planning for hypercare and post-go-live stabilisation . Stakeholder Engagement Act as a key interface between programme leadership, PMO, ERP vendor, and SI planners . Facilitate dependency and planning workshops with cross-functional stakeholders. Communicate planning insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Required Experience & Skills Extensive Project Controls/Planning experience with a proven track record across major transformation programmes. Strong knowledge of planning, project controls, and project management disciplines . Hands-on experience with planning and ERP tools such as Primavera P6 and/or SAP (or similar enterprise planning tools). Proven ability in Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA) , including identification of risks and development of mitigation strategies . Experience in ERP transformation or large-scale technology-enabled change programmes preferred. Excellent stakeholder management, facilitation, and communication skills. Ability to work in high-pressure, fast-paced programme environments, maintaining attention to detail. Desirable Knowledge of ERP platforms (eg, SAP S/4HANA, Oracle ERP, Microsoft Dynamics). Familiarity with P3O, MSP, or PRINCE2 frameworks. Experience working in complex, regulated, or government environments with multiple vendors.

Role This role is part of the Development team. You will be involved in the design and development of the platform firmware used in the product range. You will support firmware Project Management development tracking and status as part of the Agile development process. This involves working with team leads to create development tasks; assignment to team members and progress tracking. From day one you will be given responsibility and will start working on live projects, where you will apply your existing knowledge and skills. Requirements: Provide the details of job scope with reference to section II (Purpose of the Position) The successful candidate will be responsible for full life cycle development on the product range, including: Requirement analysis Design Development Maintenance Continuous integration Configuration management Peer code inspection Task creation and tracking You will develop and maintain firmware platform components shared across the whole family of products including RTOS, Drivers, Encryption engines, Communication Stacks and Metering Engines. You will understand secure coding techniques to ensure the product range meets the required industry standards for the relevant certifications and approvals. Experience Provide requirements for educational attainment, working experience, technical proficiencies and other skills required for the position Essential: Degree or higher in a relevant subject. 5 -10 years of Embedded C programming. Good working knowledge of Embedded RTOS. Low level Embedded processor/Microcontroller. Secure coding, MISRA. Desirable: Design and development of low power systems. Smart metering (DLMS, GBCS, ZigBee Smart Energy). Agile software development. Wireless technologies (ZigBee, Bluetooth, 3GPP, IoT).