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Associate Director, IT Infrastructure
AskBio Edinburgh, UK
18/11/2025
Full time
Position Summary We're seeking an Associate Director, IT Infrastructure to lead and transform our scientific computing environment in support of our cutting-edge gene therapy research. This senior leadership position will drive the strategy and execution of research computing initiatives, working in close partnership with our Bioinformatics, AI/ML, and Global IT Infrastructure teams. The role focuses specifically on advancing our scientific computing capabilities through operational excellence, while ensuring our research teams can maximize the value of our high-performance computing investments.   As a key member of the technology leadership team, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic evolution of our research computing environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in scientific computing with strong business acumen to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate our research mission. While Global IT Infrastructure maintains our enterprise technology foundation, this role focuses exclusively on the specialized computing needs of our scientific teams, including high-performance computing, GPU-accelerated workflows, and research data management.   Job Responsibilities Serve as the primary local IT Infrastructure contact for Edinburgh's Bioinformatics and AI/ML teams Manage and optimize scientific computing infrastructure, including GPU clusters, high-performance storage systems, and virtualized environments Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure infrastructure alignment with scientific computing needs Lead technical planning and implementation of infrastructure improvements Provide technical guidance on architecture decisions affecting scientific workflows Manage and optimize WEKA storage systems and VSphere virtual environments Support Linux-based scientific computing environments, leveraging managed services as appropriate Implement and maintain monitoring solutions for complex computing environments Participate in capacity planning and performance optimization initiatives Drive infrastructure automation and continuous improvement Manage relationships with vendors and technical partners   Vendor & Contract Management: Manage third-party Linux support contract and contractor relationships Define and monitor service level agreements Ensure contractor compliance with company security policies Review and approve contractor work Manage vendor performance and escalations   Security & Compliance: Act as primary point of contact for parent company security audits Develop and maintain security compliance documentation Coordinate and respond to penetration testing activities Implement security recommendations and remediation plans Ensure infrastructure meets corporate security standards Participate in security incident response planning   Business Continuity: Lead disaster recovery planning for scientific computing infrastructure Coordinate and execute DR testing Maintain DR documentation and procedures Develop and maintain business continuity plans Ensure RPO/RTO objectives are met   Financial Planning & Technical Debt: Develop long-term capital planning for infrastructure Manage infrastructure budget and forecasting for AskBio European locations Identify and track technical debt Create remediation plans for technical debt Provide cost-benefit analysis for infrastructure investments Manage infrastructure lifecycle planning Develop business cases for infrastructure improvements    Key Competencies:   Technical: Infrastructure architecture and design Performance optimization Problem-solving and troubleshooting Security best practices Technical documentation   Business & Management: Contract negotiation and management Budget planning and control Risk management Audit response and compliance Strategic planning Vendor management Cost-benefit analysis   Interpersonal: Strong communication skills Stakeholder management Team collaboration Conflict resolution Customer service orientation Ability to bridge technical and scientific domains   Leadership: Technical leadership Project management Mentoring and knowledge transfer Change management Strategic thinking   Impact Metrics: Success in this role will be measured by: Infrastructure stability and performance improvements Stakeholder satisfaction levels Project delivery effectiveness Technical problem resolution metrics Team collaboration effectiveness Innovation and process improvements   Note: This position requires occasional travel to other company locations and may require some out-of-hours support during critical maintenance windows or emergencies.   This role represents a critical position in our organization, bridging technical expertise with scientific computing needs while fostering strong working relationships between global teams.   ​Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field 8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering roles Experience with high-performance computing environments Proven experience supporting GPU-accelerated computing environments Strong understanding of storage systems and networking Experience with infrastructure monitoring and optimization tools Demonstrated ability to work with scientific computing workflows Experience managing vendor relationships and contracts Knowledge of IT security and compliance requirements Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing Understanding of IT financial planning and budgeting Experience with audit responses and compliance documentation Strong experience with Linux administration and engineering Extensive knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VSphere   Preferred Education, Experience and Skills Experience with WEKA storage systems Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure requirements Experience supporting bioinformatics workflows Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) Experience with infrastructure automation tools Understanding of scientific computing software and frameworks Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industries Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) ITIL certification Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar) Experience with GxP compliance Experience with pharmaceutical industry regulations Previous experience managing technical debt in regulated environments
Web Developer (.NET)
Pense Ltd
12/11/2025
Full time
Role and Responsibilities This is an excellent opportunity for a capable web developer who enjoys owning features end-to-end in a modern, forward-thinking financial services business. We have our own proprietary applications, both back-office solutions as well as client facing. You will work on multiple projects including continuing to enhance our own CRM solution, migrating legacy WebForms functionality to clean services and a modern UI. You’ll work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; you will not be a “cog in the machine.” You’ll be involved in every aspect of delivery - from requirements and design, to development, testing, deployment, documentation, and support, with a strong focus on scalability and maintainability. We are an extremely fast-growing business and as such, you will be required to adapt quickly to changes and business requirements. You must have a willingness to learn and adapt quickly in order to satisfy changes to business requirements. The job role will consist of the below responsibilities: Development CRM (WebForms/.NET/TSQL/BPM): Configure and extend our proprietary CRM using TSQL, BPM/workflow tools and C# Modernisation: Incremental modernisation of legacy applications using strangler pattern Client facing applications: Develop our customer self service portal and other front-end applications utilising React/Typescript and .NET 9 Web API Azure implementation: Assist in administering our cloud infrastructure (App Service/Functions, Azure SQL, Storage, Key Vault with Managed Identity, App Configuration, Private Endpoints, Application Insights) Quality/pipelines: Contribute to and set up CI/CD pipelines, unit/integration tests where required Testing: Conduct thorough testing and peer review of work items Data Analysis (SQL Server/TSQL) Write performance conscious, SARGable queries and implement appropriate indexing Monitor and apply performance fixes and other DB management tasks in Azure SQL Server hosted DB Technical Documentation Produce documentation for requirement gathering, code architecture and training guides Contribute to due diligence and penetration test readiness packs (architecture diagrams, data flows and controls) Support Triage and resolve support tickets relating to in-house applications from employees Support customer facing applications and address incidents utilising Azure Application Insights and application logs to identify and resolve issues Requirement Gathering: Communicate with stakeholders to establish clear problem statements and requirements Translate requirements into technical solutions with a focus on extendibility and minimising technical debt, considering future changes Accountability and Working Relationships Part of a small, highly motivated and productive development team Partners closely with CTO (hands on) Collaborates and in direct communication with operations, advice, compliance and administration teams to deliver appropriate solutions Accountable for delivering projects on time and to specification Working Environment and Hours: Office based in Doncaster (remote working can be available on occasions where required, however office based is preferred) Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:30. Hours can be flexible within reason and to ensure delivery of key milestones Benefits Competitive salary (dependent on experience) 24 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) Pension scheme Can be very flexible on working hours dependent on requirements and ensuring delivery of key milestones Opportunity to own meaningful projects end-to-end in a growing, entrepreneurial business Big opportunity to learn new emerging technologies (particularly AI), while at work Skills – Essential C# .NET (6+): Dependency Injection, Web API Working knowledge and experience of legacy .NET Framework 4.x and WebForms Microsoft SQL Server: Strong T-SQL, SARGability and indexing, performance tuning mindset TypeScript/React: Component reusability, state management Auth and Security: Securing SPA/APIs using flows such as OAuth2/OIDC Microsoft Azure (hands-on): VMs, App Service, Functions/Logic Apps, Azure SQL, Storage, Key Vault (Managed Identity), App Configuration, Application Insights; basic networking/private endpoints/DNS concepts CI/CD: GitHub Actions/Azure DevOps; environment-aware configuration and secret management Skills – Desirable Firebase: authentication, hosting, functions, Firestore React Native and building mobile apps Exposure to Azure AI Foundry or other AI orchestration (prompting/evaluation/workflows) Experience migrating legacy codebases to modern architecture Using Entra ID for authentication (OAuth2 Flow) Azure infrastructure set up including VNET/Private endpoint and DNS management and setting up secure landing zones Twilio API Industry knowledge of Financial services particularly retirement and custodial platforms Knowledge and experience working with the Seccl API Development Path Candidates slightly lighter in one area (like React or Azure) but strong in WebForms + C# + SQL and motivated to learn will be considered, provided they can show understanding of fundamentals and are willing to learn quickly. Comfortable operating across legacy and modern stacks in the same day. Job Type: Full-time Benefits:   Company events Company pension Free parking On-site parking   Ability to commute/relocate:   Doncaster DN4 5NL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)   Work Location: In person
DaTS - Applications Support & Development Officer (Geospatial)
Walsall Council Walsall
04/06/2025
Full time
DaTS - Applications Support & Development Officer (Geospatial) Grade: G7; Salary Range: £32,654 - £37,035 pa# Full time, permanent Walsall Ref: RT01125   We are seeking a skilled Applications Support and Development Officer (Geospatial) – to join our team and help us design, develop, and maintain our geospatial data infrastructure. As a key member of the Geospatial Team, you will: Help the council to exploit the value in our GIS data holdings. Undertake significant projects which improve and combine data from back office and customer-facing systems. Make sure our data, and data shared by others is of the highest quality, highly available, usable, and shareable by rigorous standard setting and quality controls. Work with other members of the GIS team and the wider Council GIS community, to deliver geospatial analysis, support workflows in our corporate geospatial products and services, delivering continuous insight and value to our staff and residents Utilise the best of modern GIS and data technology platforms, including ongoing investigation and research into emerging technology. Support the Geospatial platforms of Walsall Council with skills associated with Software Development and Information Technology. What we are about We lead and support the creation of business data, manage the GIS architecture to ensure we provide, clean, reliable and reusable GIS data formats.  These in turn can then be aggregated to combine and enhance data from a variety of systems, creating data sets to drive insights and opportunities to improve performance, aid operational services, CRM and service delivery. By joining our GIS service, you will be working with a talented, supportive, and friendly team. For our part we will be committed to your professional development, developing your skills will be as important to us, as it is to you. You will receive a salary in the range of £32,654 - £37,035  per annum plus generous annual leave and flexitime leave allowance. Closing date for applications: 20 June 2025. For this role the successful candidates must undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check.  BPSS is the minimum standard to ensure the identity and integrity of an employee who has access to official information using secure networks linking central government and local authorities.  A BPSS check involves four main elements; Identity Check, National and Immigration Status, Employment History (last 3 years) and Verification of Criminal Record (unspent convictions only). This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers.  The postholder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English. Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted.  Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them.  Please see our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information. About Us Here at Walsall, we want to attract the best talent. That's why - as well as a satisfying and rewarding job - we offer a range of attractive benefits. Working arrangements in most jobs are flexible (you may work flexitime, full or part time and job sharing is usually available) and you can expect generous holiday entitlements, a first class pension scheme and plenty of opportunities for training and personal development. We advertise vacancies because we want the best talent available. If that's you, we're waiting for your application. Living in Walsall Part of the Black Country, famous for its enterprising and industrial past, Walsall is reinventing itself to become a progressive modern community. The borough is centred around the major town of Walsall, but also includes five smaller and distinctive district centres (Bloxwich, Aldridge, Willenhall, Darlaston and Brownhills), together with numerous villages. Walsall Council is committed to Safer Recruitment To achieve our commitment, we will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. Social Work Matters - Children's Social Worker Recruitment Some of our children require a special kind of support: yours. Visit our microsite to find out more about joining Walsall Council as a Children's Social Worker.
Senior Information Security Analyst
Acorn Insurance and Financial Services Limited Liverpool
25/04/2025
Full time
Due to a period of exciting growth Acorn are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to join our Information Security Team. Within this role you get the opportunity to join a collaborative team and have a chance to blend GRC responsibilities with technical security experience, all whilst working for a market leading insurance company, supporting and maintaining robust security controls and regulatory compliance.   Job Title:  Senior Information Security Analyst (12 month FTC) Location:  Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available Working Hours:  Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week , 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM Salary:  £50,000 - £60,000 pa (DOE).   What you will be doing: Work with all parties across the business to identify and assess risk and ensure mitigations are tracked to completion. Lead the development and maintenance of information security policies, standards and procedures in line with regulatory frameworks and industry standards. Lead third party risk management processes. Collaborate across all areas of the business to align security policies and processes with business objectives and regulatory obligations. Work with Security Operations and IT teams to provide oversight of vulnerability assessments and remediation activities. Lead on security architecture reviews for new systems and services. Evaluate technical security controls and recommending improvements. Support the implementation of security tools and technologies. Provide oversight of the security incident management process. Provide security metrics for interested parties at all levels. Lead the security awareness programme to promote a culture of security within all levels of the Group. Provide support for internal and external security audits. Lead security governance meetings representing the Information Security team and standing in for the Head of Information Security when required. Provide subject matter expertise liaising across all business functions.   What we look for: Minimum 5 years' experience in information security roles. Strong leadership and mentorship abilities with a strategic mindset. Experience with risk assessment methodologies. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Ability to manage risk and compliance projects and drive security initiatives. Knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST. Knowledge of vulnerability management processes.   About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover. At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day. The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.  Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:  Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays) Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay. Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as: 6 Free Counselling sessions per year Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7 Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.  Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues. Financial: A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner  Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet. Company pension scheme Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period. Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice. Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.   Reward, Recognition and Culture :  Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers. Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers. Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!    All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
Software Engineer II - Golang
Mastercard
14/12/2025
Full time
Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential. Title and Summary Software Engineer II - Golang Software Engineer Overview We are looking for a software engineer to join an award winning team with a proven track record of combining data science techniques with an intimate knowledge of payments data to aid Financial Institutions in their fight against money laundering and fraud. Headquartered in The City of London, we craft bespoke services that help our clients gain an understanding of the underlying criminal behaviour that drives financial crime, empowering them to take action. As part of the application development team, your role will focus on creating and maintaining products across the whole lifecycle. Role • Create and maintaining microservices, primarily in Golang, taking increasing responsibility. • Assist with design and build to solve bugs, improve performance, and add new features. • Containerise your services and make ready for deployment onto a k8s environment using helm charts. • Develop understanding of end-to-end technical architecture and dependency systems. Apply that understanding in code. • Write tests with high coverage including unit, contract, e2e and integration. • Version control code with git and build, test and deploy using ci/cd pipelines. • Build and test remotely on your own machine and deploy to low level envs. • Participate in the review of team members code. • Perform demos and join acceptance discussions with analysts, developers and product owners. • Assist in task planning and review as part of a sprint based workflow. • Estimate and own delivery tasks (design, dev, test, deployment, configuration, documentation) to meet the business requirements. • The role is hybrid, based in central London, and the expectation is that you attend the office according to Mastercard policy, including team days, which are currently on Monday and Thursday. All About You First and foremost, you want to build products to solve real, pressing problems for your customers. You enjoy working in a team, and have an interest in data science and how advanced algorithms may be deployed as product offerings. You are detail oriented, and enjoy writing and reviewing code to a high standard with tests to prove it. • Demonstrable ability to write Python/Golang and SQL. You are happy to learn new programming languages and frameworks as necessary. • You are interested in, contemporary approaches to service design, including the use of containers and container orchestration technologies, streaming data platforms, APIs and in-memory/NoSQL stores. • You are familiar with working in a devops based software development workflow, including building, testing, and continuous integration/deployment. You are also happy to be evolve along with the development process and contribute to its success. • You have the ability to communicate with a range of stakeholders, including subject matter experts, data scientists, software engineers and enterprise devops and security professionals. • You are keen to engage with best practices for code review, version control, and change control, balancing the need for a quality codebase with the unique and particular demands of scale up stage software engineering. • You have experience or are keen to engage with productionising machine learning technologies. Corporate Security Responsibility All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must: Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices; Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed; Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.
Treasury & Trading Platform Specialist
Johnson Matthey Royston, Hertfordshire
14/12/2025
Full time
World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a Treasury & Trading Platform Specialist, you'll contribute to JM's mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future. The role: As a Treasury & Trading Platform Specialist, you will help drive our goals by: Ensuring platform stability and performance through proactive monitoring, optimisation, and adherence to security and compliance standards. Managing technical delivery and support by overseeing external partners, resolving complex issues, and maintaining detailed solution documentation. Driving solution design and implementation in collaboration with engineering teams and vendors, ensuring high-quality, scalable configurations aligned with business needs. Partnering with business stakeholders and vendors to translate requirements into effective solutions, guide delivery teams, and ensure value-driven outcomes. Promoting best practices and governance by representing engineering in platform forums and supporting agile and standardised delivery approaches. Identifying reusable components and optimising processes to improve scalability, efficiency, and continuous learning across platforms and products. Defining and prioritising platform features and capabilities to ensure responsiveness to customer needs and alignment with product requirements. Key skills that will help you succeed in this role: Proven experience in business systems and platform management - with full lifecycle implementation and support expertise across Treasury and/or Commodity Trading operations, ideally in a 24/7 real-time environment. Strong understanding of treasury operations, commodity trading, and risk management, including knowledge of financial markets, instruments, and relevant regulatory frameworks. Technical proficiency in trading and treasury platforms - such as OpenLink Endur or similar systems (e.g., Murex MX.3, Tora OEMS, or Trading Technologies / TT OMS) - with scripting experience in AVS, JVS, and Connex required; experience with IT2 software is beneficial. Hands-on experience in system integration and data management - including APIs, SQL, databases, and reporting or analytics solutions to enable seamless data flow and insight generation. Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills - able to identify issues quickly, implement effective solutions, and ensure platform reliability. Business analysis and stakeholder management skills - able to bridge business and IT, shape requirements, and align technology strategy with operational needs. Solid understanding of IT infrastructure, governance, and compliance controls, ensuring secure, compliant, and resilient platform operations. Even if you only match some of the skills, we'd love to hear from you to discuss further! What we offer: We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees' financial and physical wellbeing, such as: Retirement savings Share plans Saving accounts Life and disability insurance Medical plans / health assessments Fitness discounts Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career! At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected. For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact (url removed). We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience. Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised. To submit your application, please click the "Apply" button online. All applications are carefully considered and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Johnson Matthey for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise.Johnson Matthey respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice: Johnson Matthey Privacy Notice . By applying for this role and creating an account you are agreeing to the notice. Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.
Security Systems Engineer
Fruition Group
14/12/2025
Full time
Role: Security Systems Engineer Salary: £40,000 + Bonus + On Call + Private Health Location: Central London (5 Days per week - Travel costs will be covered) Fruition are recruiting a Security Systems Engineer for an organisation who are a leader in their field, whose clients include some of the most prestigious and interesting organisations in the UK. This role will be based on a highly secure site installing and maintaining access control and CCTV solutions across the site. This will require physical install work so experience of this type of work and the ability to undertake these tasks is crucial. The work is varied and interesting and will be more installation based than maintenance based although maintenance will be part of the role. My client's end client are based in central London but they will cover travel costs to and from your home to central London. The role is based on site 5 days per week so you will need to be within realistic commuting distance of central London. Due to the secure nature of the client site, you will need to have lived in the UK for a period of 5 years continuously and be able to pass security checks. Key Responsibilities Provide technical input and advice on security systems and technologies. Install and maintain access control and CCTV systems to exceptional standards. Assist with daily fault finding, troubleshooting, and system upgrades. Work closely with Operations and Maintenance Managers to resolve technical challenges. Oversee project installations through to successful and timely completion. Document and improve installation processes and technical procedures. Conduct quality checks on apprentice engineers' installation works. Attend client and supplier meetings as required. Required Skill and Experience Strong hands-on experience of installing and maintaining access control and CCTV systems. Previous experience of physical install work of entry point control and CCTV systems. Proficiency in IT and IP networking. Excellent planning, organisation, and time management skills. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with colleagues and clients at all levels. A proactive, self-motivated mindset with a passion for continuous learning. Fruition are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. JBRP1_UKTJ
Automation Engineer
KP Snacks Tamworth, Staffordshire
14/12/2025
Full time
Automation Engineer Ashby de la Zouch (Home of Hula Hoops, Space Raiders, Nik Naks and more) On-site Monday - Friday Days (some flexibility required) Join our snack-loving team We're looking for an Automation Engineer to join us at KP Snacks. If you're ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you - this could be your next big move. About the role You'll be responsible for supporting and improving our automation systems, leading site projects and ensuring safe, efficient operations. This is a hands-on role where you'll work closely with colleagues across Engineering, Manufacturing and Technical to deliver automation solutions that make a real difference. What's in it for you? We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here's a flavour of what we offer: Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement Comprehensive healthcare support - including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more KP4ME - our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more What will you be doing? Lead automation and PLC support across the Ashby site, building fault-finding capability across all shifts Tackle automation challenges with confidence, including obsolescence upgrades and CAPEX project delivery Collaborate with site teams, suppliers and contractors to deliver automation projects from concept to completion Make a real impact on automation standards, training and coaching - ensuring safe systems and consistent processes Learn and grow through cross-functional teamwork, supporting both site-driven and centrally driven engineering projects Support 24/7 emergency cover and ensure automation systems are available and safeguarded at all times Drive continuous improvement through Intersnack Work Systems and Initiative Management principles Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, Environment and Hygiene policies, with a focus on safe working practices Manage automation documentation, contracts and warranties, ensuring systems are fit for purpose and aligned with KP Snacks standards Who are we? We're KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love - from Hula Hoops to McCoy's. In the UK, we're a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We're proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together. We're committed to inclusion We're building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you - your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there's anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know. We'd love to hear from you if you can bring: Qualifications & Background: HNC or above in an engineering discipline, or time-served apprenticeship with strong practical experience A background in automation engineering A solid foundation in electrical engineering and control systems Technical Experience: Siemens (essential) and TIA Portal (desirable but not essential) Other PLC systems such as GX Works, CX Programmer, Rockwell Automation MES platforms and data collection systems Operational technology and energy management systems Project & CI Experience: Providing hands-on coaching and development to wider teams in automation engineering (essential) Demonstrated experience in project engineering and management Involvement in maintenance and continuous improvement programmes Familiarity with quality management systems and legislative/food safety compliance Comfortable with budgeting, CapEx processes, and procurement
Automation Engineer
KP Snacks City, Derby
14/12/2025
Full time
Automation Engineer Ashby de la Zouch (Home of Hula Hoops, Space Raiders, Nik Naks and more) On-site Monday - Friday Days (some flexibility required) Join our snack-loving team We're looking for an Automation Engineer to join us at KP Snacks. If you're ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you - this could be your next big move. About the role You'll be responsible for supporting and improving our automation systems, leading site projects and ensuring safe, efficient operations. This is a hands-on role where you'll work closely with colleagues across Engineering, Manufacturing and Technical to deliver automation solutions that make a real difference. What's in it for you? We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here's a flavour of what we offer: Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement Comprehensive healthcare support - including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more KP4ME - our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more What will you be doing? Lead automation and PLC support across the Ashby site, building fault-finding capability across all shifts Tackle automation challenges with confidence, including obsolescence upgrades and CAPEX project delivery Collaborate with site teams, suppliers and contractors to deliver automation projects from concept to completion Make a real impact on automation standards, training and coaching - ensuring safe systems and consistent processes Learn and grow through cross-functional teamwork, supporting both site-driven and centrally driven engineering projects Support 24/7 emergency cover and ensure automation systems are available and safeguarded at all times Drive continuous improvement through Intersnack Work Systems and Initiative Management principles Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, Environment and Hygiene policies, with a focus on safe working practices Manage automation documentation, contracts and warranties, ensuring systems are fit for purpose and aligned with KP Snacks standards Who are we? We're KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love - from Hula Hoops to McCoy's. In the UK, we're a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We're proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together. We're committed to inclusion We're building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you - your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there's anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know. We'd love to hear from you if you can bring: Qualifications & Background: HNC or above in an engineering discipline, or time-served apprenticeship with strong practical experience A background in automation engineering A solid foundation in electrical engineering and control systems Technical Experience: Siemens (essential) and TIA Portal (desirable but not essential) Other PLC systems such as GX Works, CX Programmer, Rockwell Automation MES platforms and data collection systems Operational technology and energy management systems Project & CI Experience: Providing hands-on coaching and development to wider teams in automation engineering (essential) Demonstrated experience in project engineering and management Involvement in maintenance and continuous improvement programmes Familiarity with quality management systems and legislative/food safety compliance Comfortable with budgeting, CapEx processes, and procurement
Automation Engineer
KP Snacks Loughborough, Leicestershire
14/12/2025
Full time
Automation Engineer Ashby de la Zouch (Home of Hula Hoops, Space Raiders, Nik Naks and more) On-site Monday - Friday Days (some flexibility required) Join our snack-loving team We're looking for an Automation Engineer to join us at KP Snacks. If you're ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you - this could be your next big move. About the role You'll be responsible for supporting and improving our automation systems, leading site projects and ensuring safe, efficient operations. This is a hands-on role where you'll work closely with colleagues across Engineering, Manufacturing and Technical to deliver automation solutions that make a real difference. What's in it for you? We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here's a flavour of what we offer: Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement Comprehensive healthcare support - including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more KP4ME - our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more What will you be doing? Lead automation and PLC support across the Ashby site, building fault-finding capability across all shifts Tackle automation challenges with confidence, including obsolescence upgrades and CAPEX project delivery Collaborate with site teams, suppliers and contractors to deliver automation projects from concept to completion Make a real impact on automation standards, training and coaching - ensuring safe systems and consistent processes Learn and grow through cross-functional teamwork, supporting both site-driven and centrally driven engineering projects Support 24/7 emergency cover and ensure automation systems are available and safeguarded at all times Drive continuous improvement through Intersnack Work Systems and Initiative Management principles Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, Environment and Hygiene policies, with a focus on safe working practices Manage automation documentation, contracts and warranties, ensuring systems are fit for purpose and aligned with KP Snacks standards Who are we? We're KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love - from Hula Hoops to McCoy's. In the UK, we're a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We're proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together. We're committed to inclusion We're building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you - your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there's anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know. We'd love to hear from you if you can bring: Qualifications & Background: HNC or above in an engineering discipline, or time-served apprenticeship with strong practical experience A background in automation engineering A solid foundation in electrical engineering and control systems Technical Experience: Siemens (essential) and TIA Portal (desirable but not essential) Other PLC systems such as GX Works, CX Programmer, Rockwell Automation MES platforms and data collection systems Operational technology and energy management systems Project & CI Experience: Providing hands-on coaching and development to wider teams in automation engineering (essential) Demonstrated experience in project engineering and management Involvement in maintenance and continuous improvement programmes Familiarity with quality management systems and legislative/food safety compliance Comfortable with budgeting, CapEx processes, and procurement
Automation Engineer
KP Snacks Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
14/12/2025
Full time
Automation Engineer Ashby de la Zouch (Home of Hula Hoops, Space Raiders, Nik Naks and more) On-site Monday - Friday Days (some flexibility required) Join our snack-loving team We're looking for an Automation Engineer to join us at KP Snacks. If you're ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you - this could be your next big move. About the role You'll be responsible for supporting and improving our automation systems, leading site projects and ensuring safe, efficient operations. This is a hands-on role where you'll work closely with colleagues across Engineering, Manufacturing and Technical to deliver automation solutions that make a real difference. What's in it for you? We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here's a flavour of what we offer: Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement Comprehensive healthcare support - including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more KP4ME - our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more What will you be doing? Lead automation and PLC support across the Ashby site, building fault-finding capability across all shifts Tackle automation challenges with confidence, including obsolescence upgrades and CAPEX project delivery Collaborate with site teams, suppliers and contractors to deliver automation projects from concept to completion Make a real impact on automation standards, training and coaching - ensuring safe systems and consistent processes Learn and grow through cross-functional teamwork, supporting both site-driven and centrally driven engineering projects Support 24/7 emergency cover and ensure automation systems are available and safeguarded at all times Drive continuous improvement through Intersnack Work Systems and Initiative Management principles Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, Environment and Hygiene policies, with a focus on safe working practices Manage automation documentation, contracts and warranties, ensuring systems are fit for purpose and aligned with KP Snacks standards Who are we? We're KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love - from Hula Hoops to McCoy's. In the UK, we're a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We're proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together. We're committed to inclusion We're building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you - your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there's anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know. We'd love to hear from you if you can bring: Qualifications & Background: HNC or above in an engineering discipline, or time-served apprenticeship with strong practical experience A background in automation engineering A solid foundation in electrical engineering and control systems Technical Experience: Siemens (essential) and TIA Portal (desirable but not essential) Other PLC systems such as GX Works, CX Programmer, Rockwell Automation MES platforms and data collection systems Operational technology and energy management systems Project & CI Experience: Providing hands-on coaching and development to wider teams in automation engineering (essential) Demonstrated experience in project engineering and management Involvement in maintenance and continuous improvement programmes Familiarity with quality management systems and legislative/food safety compliance Comfortable with budgeting, CapEx processes, and procurement
Automation Engineer
KP Snacks Rugeley, Staffordshire
14/12/2025
Full time
Automation Engineer Ashby de la Zouch (Home of Hula Hoops, Space Raiders, Nik Naks and more) On-site Monday - Friday Days (some flexibility required) Join our snack-loving team We're looking for an Automation Engineer to join us at KP Snacks. If you're ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you - this could be your next big move. About the role You'll be responsible for supporting and improving our automation systems, leading site projects and ensuring safe, efficient operations. This is a hands-on role where you'll work closely with colleagues across Engineering, Manufacturing and Technical to deliver automation solutions that make a real difference. What's in it for you? We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here's a flavour of what we offer: Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement Comprehensive healthcare support - including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more KP4ME - our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more What will you be doing? Lead automation and PLC support across the Ashby site, building fault-finding capability across all shifts Tackle automation challenges with confidence, including obsolescence upgrades and CAPEX project delivery Collaborate with site teams, suppliers and contractors to deliver automation projects from concept to completion Make a real impact on automation standards, training and coaching - ensuring safe systems and consistent processes Learn and grow through cross-functional teamwork, supporting both site-driven and centrally driven engineering projects Support 24/7 emergency cover and ensure automation systems are available and safeguarded at all times Drive continuous improvement through Intersnack Work Systems and Initiative Management principles Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, Environment and Hygiene policies, with a focus on safe working practices Manage automation documentation, contracts and warranties, ensuring systems are fit for purpose and aligned with KP Snacks standards Who are we? We're KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love - from Hula Hoops to McCoy's. In the UK, we're a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We're proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together. We're committed to inclusion We're building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you - your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there's anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know. We'd love to hear from you if you can bring: Qualifications & Background: HNC or above in an engineering discipline, or time-served apprenticeship with strong practical experience A background in automation engineering A solid foundation in electrical engineering and control systems Technical Experience: Siemens (essential) and TIA Portal (desirable but not essential) Other PLC systems such as GX Works, CX Programmer, Rockwell Automation MES platforms and data collection systems Operational technology and energy management systems Project & CI Experience: Providing hands-on coaching and development to wider teams in automation engineering (essential) Demonstrated experience in project engineering and management Involvement in maintenance and continuous improvement programmes Familiarity with quality management systems and legislative/food safety compliance Comfortable with budgeting, CapEx processes, and procurement
Automation Engineer
KP Snacks Burton-on-trent, Staffordshire
14/12/2025
Full time
Automation Engineer Ashby de la Zouch (Home of Hula Hoops, Space Raiders, Nik Naks and more) On-site Monday - Friday Days (some flexibility required) Join our snack-loving team We're looking for an Automation Engineer to join us at KP Snacks. If you're ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you - this could be your next big move. About the role You'll be responsible for supporting and improving our automation systems, leading site projects and ensuring safe, efficient operations. This is a hands-on role where you'll work closely with colleagues across Engineering, Manufacturing and Technical to deliver automation solutions that make a real difference. What's in it for you? We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here's a flavour of what we offer: Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement Comprehensive healthcare support - including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more KP4ME - our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more What will you be doing? Lead automation and PLC support across the Ashby site, building fault-finding capability across all shifts Tackle automation challenges with confidence, including obsolescence upgrades and CAPEX project delivery Collaborate with site teams, suppliers and contractors to deliver automation projects from concept to completion Make a real impact on automation standards, training and coaching - ensuring safe systems and consistent processes Learn and grow through cross-functional teamwork, supporting both site-driven and centrally driven engineering projects Support 24/7 emergency cover and ensure automation systems are available and safeguarded at all times Drive continuous improvement through Intersnack Work Systems and Initiative Management principles Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, Environment and Hygiene policies, with a focus on safe working practices Manage automation documentation, contracts and warranties, ensuring systems are fit for purpose and aligned with KP Snacks standards Who are we? We're KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love - from Hula Hoops to McCoy's. In the UK, we're a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We're proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together. We're committed to inclusion We're building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you - your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there's anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know. We'd love to hear from you if you can bring: Qualifications & Background: HNC or above in an engineering discipline, or time-served apprenticeship with strong practical experience A background in automation engineering A solid foundation in electrical engineering and control systems Technical Experience: Siemens (essential) and TIA Portal (desirable but not essential) Other PLC systems such as GX Works, CX Programmer, Rockwell Automation MES platforms and data collection systems Operational technology and energy management systems Project & CI Experience: Providing hands-on coaching and development to wider teams in automation engineering (essential) Demonstrated experience in project engineering and management Involvement in maintenance and continuous improvement programmes Familiarity with quality management systems and legislative/food safety compliance Comfortable with budgeting, CapEx processes, and procurement
Automation Engineer
KP Snacks Leicester, Leicestershire
14/12/2025
Full time
Automation Engineer Ashby de la Zouch (Home of Hula Hoops, Space Raiders, Nik Naks and more) On-site Monday - Friday Days (some flexibility required) Join our snack-loving team We're looking for an Automation Engineer to join us at KP Snacks. If you're ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you - this could be your next big move. About the role You'll be responsible for supporting and improving our automation systems, leading site projects and ensuring safe, efficient operations. This is a hands-on role where you'll work closely with colleagues across Engineering, Manufacturing and Technical to deliver automation solutions that make a real difference. What's in it for you? We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here's a flavour of what we offer: Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement Comprehensive healthcare support - including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more KP4ME - our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more What will you be doing? Lead automation and PLC support across the Ashby site, building fault-finding capability across all shifts Tackle automation challenges with confidence, including obsolescence upgrades and CAPEX project delivery Collaborate with site teams, suppliers and contractors to deliver automation projects from concept to completion Make a real impact on automation standards, training and coaching - ensuring safe systems and consistent processes Learn and grow through cross-functional teamwork, supporting both site-driven and centrally driven engineering projects Support 24/7 emergency cover and ensure automation systems are available and safeguarded at all times Drive continuous improvement through Intersnack Work Systems and Initiative Management principles Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, Environment and Hygiene policies, with a focus on safe working practices Manage automation documentation, contracts and warranties, ensuring systems are fit for purpose and aligned with KP Snacks standards Who are we? We're KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love - from Hula Hoops to McCoy's. In the UK, we're a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We're proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together. We're committed to inclusion We're building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you - your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there's anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know. We'd love to hear from you if you can bring: Qualifications & Background: HNC or above in an engineering discipline, or time-served apprenticeship with strong practical experience A background in automation engineering A solid foundation in electrical engineering and control systems Technical Experience: Siemens (essential) and TIA Portal (desirable but not essential) Other PLC systems such as GX Works, CX Programmer, Rockwell Automation MES platforms and data collection systems Operational technology and energy management systems Project & CI Experience: Providing hands-on coaching and development to wider teams in automation engineering (essential) Demonstrated experience in project engineering and management Involvement in maintenance and continuous improvement programmes Familiarity with quality management systems and legislative/food safety compliance Comfortable with budgeting, CapEx processes, and procurement
Automation Engineer
KP Snacks Newhall, Derbyshire
14/12/2025
Full time
Automation Engineer Ashby de la Zouch (Home of Hula Hoops, Space Raiders, Nik Naks and more) On-site Monday - Friday Days (some flexibility required) Join our snack-loving team We're looking for an Automation Engineer to join us at KP Snacks. If you're ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you - this could be your next big move. About the role You'll be responsible for supporting and improving our automation systems, leading site projects and ensuring safe, efficient operations. This is a hands-on role where you'll work closely with colleagues across Engineering, Manufacturing and Technical to deliver automation solutions that make a real difference. What's in it for you? We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here's a flavour of what we offer: Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement Comprehensive healthcare support - including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more KP4ME - our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more What will you be doing? Lead automation and PLC support across the Ashby site, building fault-finding capability across all shifts Tackle automation challenges with confidence, including obsolescence upgrades and CAPEX project delivery Collaborate with site teams, suppliers and contractors to deliver automation projects from concept to completion Make a real impact on automation standards, training and coaching - ensuring safe systems and consistent processes Learn and grow through cross-functional teamwork, supporting both site-driven and centrally driven engineering projects Support 24/7 emergency cover and ensure automation systems are available and safeguarded at all times Drive continuous improvement through Intersnack Work Systems and Initiative Management principles Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, Environment and Hygiene policies, with a focus on safe working practices Manage automation documentation, contracts and warranties, ensuring systems are fit for purpose and aligned with KP Snacks standards Who are we? We're KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love - from Hula Hoops to McCoy's. In the UK, we're a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We're proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together. We're committed to inclusion We're building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you - your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there's anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know. We'd love to hear from you if you can bring: Qualifications & Background: HNC or above in an engineering discipline, or time-served apprenticeship with strong practical experience A background in automation engineering A solid foundation in electrical engineering and control systems Technical Experience: Siemens (essential) and TIA Portal (desirable but not essential) Other PLC systems such as GX Works, CX Programmer, Rockwell Automation MES platforms and data collection systems Operational technology and energy management systems Project & CI Experience: Providing hands-on coaching and development to wider teams in automation engineering (essential) Demonstrated experience in project engineering and management Involvement in maintenance and continuous improvement programmes Familiarity with quality management systems and legislative/food safety compliance Comfortable with budgeting, CapEx processes, and procurement
Automation Engineer
KP Snacks Ashby-de-la-zouch, Leicestershire
14/12/2025
Full time
Automation Engineer Ashby de la Zouch (Home of Hula Hoops, Space Raiders, Nik Naks and more) On-site Monday - Friday Days (some flexibility required) Join our snack-loving team We're looking for an Automation Engineer to join us at KP Snacks. If you're ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you - this could be your next big move. About the role You'll be responsible for supporting and improving our automation systems, leading site projects and ensuring safe, efficient operations. This is a hands-on role where you'll work closely with colleagues across Engineering, Manufacturing and Technical to deliver automation solutions that make a real difference. What's in it for you? We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here's a flavour of what we offer: Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement Comprehensive healthcare support - including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more KP4ME - our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more What will you be doing? Lead automation and PLC support across the Ashby site, building fault-finding capability across all shifts Tackle automation challenges with confidence, including obsolescence upgrades and CAPEX project delivery Collaborate with site teams, suppliers and contractors to deliver automation projects from concept to completion Make a real impact on automation standards, training and coaching - ensuring safe systems and consistent processes Learn and grow through cross-functional teamwork, supporting both site-driven and centrally driven engineering projects Support 24/7 emergency cover and ensure automation systems are available and safeguarded at all times Drive continuous improvement through Intersnack Work Systems and Initiative Management principles Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, Environment and Hygiene policies, with a focus on safe working practices Manage automation documentation, contracts and warranties, ensuring systems are fit for purpose and aligned with KP Snacks standards Who are we? We're KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love - from Hula Hoops to McCoy's. In the UK, we're a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We're proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together. We're committed to inclusion We're building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you - your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there's anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know. We'd love to hear from you if you can bring: Qualifications & Background: HNC or above in an engineering discipline, or time-served apprenticeship with strong practical experience A background in automation engineering A solid foundation in electrical engineering and control systems Technical Experience: Siemens (essential) and TIA Portal (desirable but not essential) Other PLC systems such as GX Works, CX Programmer, Rockwell Automation MES platforms and data collection systems Operational technology and energy management systems Project & CI Experience: Providing hands-on coaching and development to wider teams in automation engineering (essential) Demonstrated experience in project engineering and management Involvement in maintenance and continuous improvement programmes Familiarity with quality management systems and legislative/food safety compliance Comfortable with budgeting, CapEx processes, and procurement