National Residential Landlords Association
London, UK
Location:
Based from either our Manchester or London office – with some home working possible
The NRLA: Who we are
The NRLA is the UK’s largest organisation representing private residential landlords, a community of over 110,000 members across England and Wales. We’re on a mission to transform how landlords manage their properties, stay compliant, and operate day to day. And that means building the next generation of digital tools that will define the private rented sector for years to come.
We’re not here to be average. We’re carving out a bold digital path and building the foundations of what will become the operating system for the Private Rental Sector (PRS). To do that, we need talented, curious, forward-thinking developers who want to stretch themselves, learn new stacks, and help shape genuinely meaningful technology.
Recognised with Investors in People Gold and named by The Sunday Times as one of the UK’s best companies to work for, we offer a supportive, ambitious environment where innovation isn’t just welcomed, it’s expected. With hybrid working from our Manchester and London hubs, you’ll join a team that values professional growth, collaboration, and the desire to push boundaries.
If you want to build purposeful tech, upskill across multiple modern stacks, and play a key role in shaping the NRLA’s digital future, we’d love to hear from you.
The NRLA package:
25 days annual leave increasing to 26 days with three years’ service, 27 days with five years’ service and 28 days with seven years’ service
Additional annual day off for your birthday
Salary exchange Pension scheme
Life assurance
Cash plan health and wellbeing benefit including Employee Assistance Programme and counselling service
Sick pay
Cycle purchase loans, season tickets loans and interest free staff loans
Complimentary NRLA membership
Non contractual annual performance-related bonus scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
MAIN PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF JOB:
The Full Stack Developer will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing the NRLA’s property management platform within a modern monorepo architecture.
This role requires expertise in both frontend (Angular) and backend (Node.js/Firebase) development, with a focus on delivering robust, scalable solutions that serve landlords and tenants.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively within an agile team environment, contributing to all phases of the software development lifecycle while maintaining high standards of code quality and security.
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Developing high quality, scalable solutions code across both the frontend and backend for landlords and property management professionals.
Working collaboratively with Product, Design, and Delivery teams to gather requirements, investigate solutions and translating into technical ...
Building and maintaining an Angular-based web application and Firebase Cloud Functions.
Working within a monorepo architecture using modern development tools and practices.
Ensuring security, data protection, and compliance best practices.
Supporting code reviews, documentation, and continuous improvement.
Duties And Key Responsibilities
Key Technologies:
Frontend: Angular 16, TypeScript, RxJS, Angular Material
Backend: Node.js 20, Firebase Cloud Functions, Express.js
Database: Firebase Firestore, BigQuery
Cloud: Google Cloud Platform, Firebase
Testing: Jest, Storybook
Build Tools: pnpm, Turborepo, Angular CLI
DevOps: Google Cloud Build, Infisical, Sentry, Shell Scripting
Version Control: Git, GitHub
Technical Development and Implementation:
Develop and maintain Angular 16+ applications using TypeScript, RxJS, and Angular Material
Build and maintain Firebase Cloud Functions using Node.js 20 and TypeScript
Implement responsive, accessible UI components following modern design patterns
Develop RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services (Stripe, SendGrid, Algolia, Moneyhub, etc.)
Work with Google Cloud Platform services including BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Cloud Tasks, and Pub/Sub
Software Development and Delivery:
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following established coding standards
Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members
Develop and maintain comprehensive unit tests using Jest
Work within a monorepo structure using pnpm workspaces
Implement CI/CD pipelines using Google Cloud Build and Firebase deployment tools
Manage application state and data flow using reactive programming patterns
Optimize application performance
Professional Development and Collaboration:
Participate in agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives
Collaborate with product owners, designers, and stakeholders to refine requirements
Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in web development
Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing within the team
Participate in technical discussions and architectural decision-making
Technical Operations and Quality Assurance:
Monitor application performance using Sentry error tracking and analytics
Implement security best practices
Debug and resolve production issues in a timely manner
Maintain test coverage and ensure comprehensive testing strategies
Perform database migrations and manage Firestore data structures
Stakeholder Collaboration:
Communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders
Gather and analyse requirements from business stakeholders
Provide technical estimates and delivery timelines
Present demos and progress updates to stakeholders
Collaborate with external partners and third-party service providers
Support customer-facing teams with technical expertise when needed
Person Specification
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
Relevant certifications in Angular, Google Cloud Platform, or Firebase (desirable)
Evidence of ongoing professional development or contributions to technical communities (desirable).
Skills And Abilities:
Frontend Development: Knowledge of Angular (v16+), TypeScript, ES6+, RxJS, HTML5, CSS3/SCSS
Backend Development: Strong proficiency in Node.js, Express.js, and serverless architectures
Database: Experience with NoSQL databases, particularly Firebase Firestore
Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform and Firebase services
Version Control: Proficient with Git, GitHub workflows, and collaborative development practices
Testing: Experience with Jest and test-driven development approaches
API Integration: Ability to integrate and work with third-party APIs and services
Problem Solving: Strong analytical and debugging skills
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience:
Minimum 3 - 5 years of professional software development experience
Proven experience building production-grade Angular applications
Experience with Firebase Cloud Functions and serverless architectures
Track record of working in monorepo environments (desirable)
Experience with payment processing systems (Stripe) and financial integrations
Familiarity with property management or real estate technology (desirable)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Background in agile/scrum development methodologies
Knowledge:
Deep understanding of JavaScript/TypeScript and modern ES6+ features
Knowledge of reactive programming patterns and state management
Understanding of RESTful API design principles
Familiarity with authentication and authorization patterns (JWT, OAuth)
Knowledge of web security best practices and OWASP guidelines
Understanding of responsive design and mobile-first development
Awareness of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1)
Knowledge of performance optimization techniques
Understanding of microservices and event-driven architectures
Personal Attributes and other requirements:
Self-motivated with strong initiative and ability to work independently
Detail-oriented with commitment to code quality and best practices
A keen eye for detail when working with UI
Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills
Proactive approach to learning new technologies and methodologies
Strong time management and organizational skills
Passion for creating excellent user experiences
Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development
Ability to work hybrid from Manchester or London office
02/12/2025
Full time
Location:
Based from either our Manchester or London office – with some home working possible
The NRLA: Who we are
The NRLA is the UK’s largest organisation representing private residential landlords, a community of over 110,000 members across England and Wales. We’re on a mission to transform how landlords manage their properties, stay compliant, and operate day to day. And that means building the next generation of digital tools that will define the private rented sector for years to come.
We’re not here to be average. We’re carving out a bold digital path and building the foundations of what will become the operating system for the Private Rental Sector (PRS). To do that, we need talented, curious, forward-thinking developers who want to stretch themselves, learn new stacks, and help shape genuinely meaningful technology.
Recognised with Investors in People Gold and named by The Sunday Times as one of the UK’s best companies to work for, we offer a supportive, ambitious environment where innovation isn’t just welcomed, it’s expected. With hybrid working from our Manchester and London hubs, you’ll join a team that values professional growth, collaboration, and the desire to push boundaries.
If you want to build purposeful tech, upskill across multiple modern stacks, and play a key role in shaping the NRLA’s digital future, we’d love to hear from you.
The NRLA package:
25 days annual leave increasing to 26 days with three years’ service, 27 days with five years’ service and 28 days with seven years’ service
Additional annual day off for your birthday
Salary exchange Pension scheme
Life assurance
Cash plan health and wellbeing benefit including Employee Assistance Programme and counselling service
Sick pay
Cycle purchase loans, season tickets loans and interest free staff loans
Complimentary NRLA membership
Non contractual annual performance-related bonus scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
MAIN PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF JOB:
The Full Stack Developer will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing the NRLA’s property management platform within a modern monorepo architecture.
This role requires expertise in both frontend (Angular) and backend (Node.js/Firebase) development, with a focus on delivering robust, scalable solutions that serve landlords and tenants.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively within an agile team environment, contributing to all phases of the software development lifecycle while maintaining high standards of code quality and security.
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Developing high quality, scalable solutions code across both the frontend and backend for landlords and property management professionals.
Working collaboratively with Product, Design, and Delivery teams to gather requirements, investigate solutions and translating into technical ...
Building and maintaining an Angular-based web application and Firebase Cloud Functions.
Working within a monorepo architecture using modern development tools and practices.
Ensuring security, data protection, and compliance best practices.
Supporting code reviews, documentation, and continuous improvement.
Duties And Key Responsibilities
Key Technologies:
Frontend: Angular 16, TypeScript, RxJS, Angular Material
Backend: Node.js 20, Firebase Cloud Functions, Express.js
Database: Firebase Firestore, BigQuery
Cloud: Google Cloud Platform, Firebase
Testing: Jest, Storybook
Build Tools: pnpm, Turborepo, Angular CLI
DevOps: Google Cloud Build, Infisical, Sentry, Shell Scripting
Version Control: Git, GitHub
Technical Development and Implementation:
Develop and maintain Angular 16+ applications using TypeScript, RxJS, and Angular Material
Build and maintain Firebase Cloud Functions using Node.js 20 and TypeScript
Implement responsive, accessible UI components following modern design patterns
Develop RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services (Stripe, SendGrid, Algolia, Moneyhub, etc.)
Work with Google Cloud Platform services including BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Cloud Tasks, and Pub/Sub
Software Development and Delivery:
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following established coding standards
Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members
Develop and maintain comprehensive unit tests using Jest
Work within a monorepo structure using pnpm workspaces
Implement CI/CD pipelines using Google Cloud Build and Firebase deployment tools
Manage application state and data flow using reactive programming patterns
Optimize application performance
Professional Development and Collaboration:
Participate in agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives
Collaborate with product owners, designers, and stakeholders to refine requirements
Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in web development
Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing within the team
Participate in technical discussions and architectural decision-making
Technical Operations and Quality Assurance:
Monitor application performance using Sentry error tracking and analytics
Implement security best practices
Debug and resolve production issues in a timely manner
Maintain test coverage and ensure comprehensive testing strategies
Perform database migrations and manage Firestore data structures
Stakeholder Collaboration:
Communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders
Gather and analyse requirements from business stakeholders
Provide technical estimates and delivery timelines
Present demos and progress updates to stakeholders
Collaborate with external partners and third-party service providers
Support customer-facing teams with technical expertise when needed
Person Specification
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
Relevant certifications in Angular, Google Cloud Platform, or Firebase (desirable)
Evidence of ongoing professional development or contributions to technical communities (desirable).
Skills And Abilities:
Frontend Development: Knowledge of Angular (v16+), TypeScript, ES6+, RxJS, HTML5, CSS3/SCSS
Backend Development: Strong proficiency in Node.js, Express.js, and serverless architectures
Database: Experience with NoSQL databases, particularly Firebase Firestore
Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform and Firebase services
Version Control: Proficient with Git, GitHub workflows, and collaborative development practices
Testing: Experience with Jest and test-driven development approaches
API Integration: Ability to integrate and work with third-party APIs and services
Problem Solving: Strong analytical and debugging skills
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience:
Minimum 3 - 5 years of professional software development experience
Proven experience building production-grade Angular applications
Experience with Firebase Cloud Functions and serverless architectures
Track record of working in monorepo environments (desirable)
Experience with payment processing systems (Stripe) and financial integrations
Familiarity with property management or real estate technology (desirable)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Background in agile/scrum development methodologies
Knowledge:
Deep understanding of JavaScript/TypeScript and modern ES6+ features
Knowledge of reactive programming patterns and state management
Understanding of RESTful API design principles
Familiarity with authentication and authorization patterns (JWT, OAuth)
Knowledge of web security best practices and OWASP guidelines
Understanding of responsive design and mobile-first development
Awareness of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1)
Knowledge of performance optimization techniques
Understanding of microservices and event-driven architectures
Personal Attributes and other requirements:
Self-motivated with strong initiative and ability to work independently
Detail-oriented with commitment to code quality and best practices
A keen eye for detail when working with UI
Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills
Proactive approach to learning new technologies and methodologies
Strong time management and organizational skills
Passion for creating excellent user experiences
Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development
Ability to work hybrid from Manchester or London office
Acorn Insurance and Financial Services Limited
Liverpool
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.
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.
Senior Signalling Control System Engineer Specialism: Traffic Management Systems (TMS) Location: London (Euston) or Birmingham Hybrid (3 days per week in the office) Salary: London: £75,000 £83,500 + 12% pension Birmingham: £70,000 £77,500 + 12% pension The Opportunity Are you a Signalling Control System Engineer with a strong Traffic Management Systems (TMS) background, interested in shaping next-generation signalling technology? High Speed Two (HS2) is delivering a world-first signalling solution: ETCS integrated with Automatic Train Operation (ATO) and fully automated Traffic Management. This new CCS platform, combining new cutting-edge software and hardware will set the global benchmark for Command Control Sinalling systems across the world. HS2 is seeking a Senior Signalling Control System Engineer (Traffic Management SME) to join its Central Engineering, Signalling Technical Authority team. The Role Reporting to the Lead CCS Engineer, you will work within a specialist Command, Control and Signalling (CCS) Technical Authority team. Siemens has been awarded the CCS contract and is now progressing the system from concept design through scheme and detailed design, installation and commissioning, across a 10-year delivery programme. This is a high-visibility, stakeholder-facing role, requiring strong technical leadership and the ability to communicate complex signalling and traffic management concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Candidates with purely desk-based design experience and limited stakeholder exposure are unlikely to be suitable. You'll be developing - Traffic Management System Traffic Management System provides the Human Machine Interface for the Signaller. Controls and regulates the efficient movement of trains throughout the HS2 Network. It also provides a single source of truth of the Current Train Plan (timetable) to other HS2 and external systems (eg Network Rail, Customer information systems, Train Operators ). Key Responsibilities Engage and manage a wide range of stakeholders including: Other Rail Systems packages interlocking, train detection, ATO Operations and end users signallers, control system operators Ergonomics and Safety Assurance teams Network Rail and external regulators Provide technical assurance of Traffic Management System (TMS) deliverables and activities Work closely with other CCS system leads to develop an integrated CCS solution (ETCS, ATO, interlocking, train detection, etc.) Develop, manage and monitor compliance with contract requirements, specifications and standards Help develop the Traffic management System with Siemens, assist in problem solving and developing solutions. Contribute to the identification and management of technical risk associated with TMS engineering works Provide authoritative technical advice on TMS to the wider HS2 organisation, suppliers and external stakeholders Communicate effectively with engineers, project managers, directors, regulators and operators Required Profile Overview You will be a Signalling Control System Engineer with a strong Traffic Management focus, acting as a Traffic Management Subject Matter Expert. Experience may come from a contractor/manufacturer, client or consultancy background. While early-stage design experience is valuable, HS2 is particularly interested in candidates who have been involved in detailed design, testing and commissioning, and therefore understand operational end-requirements. You must have a working appreciation of wider CCS subsystems (e.g. interlocking, train detection, ETCS), sufficient to manage interfaces and system integration. Key Skills Specialist technical leadership in Traffic Management Systems (TMS) Ability to operate as a Discipline Owner / Subject Matter Expert for TMS Strong stakeholder communication skills, translating complex TMS concepts into clear, practical explanations across technical and non technical audiences. Application of standards, safety and environmental principles across the CCS lifecycle Understanding of information management, modelling, data security and cyber security principles Awareness of data creation, transformation and visualisation concepts Sound judgement in knowing when to seek input from other CCS Subject Matter Experts Knowledge & Technical Understanding Common Safety Method (CSM) for risk evaluation and assessment Ergonomic design principles for safe system operation In-depth understanding of Traffic Management Systems and their relationship to railway operations Knowledge of ETCS, ATO and high-speed rail signalling challenges Experience of signalling control systems for: Network Rail London Underground European high-speed or metro systems Application of national and international technical standards for rail control systems Awareness of emerging and future TMS and CCS technologies Chartered Engineer (or working towards) or equivalent professional experience Experience Delivery or development of Traffic Management / Train Control Systems in rail (LUL, Network Rail, High Speed Or European train Setting). Test and evaluation of TMS technical solutions Engineering delivery to cost, schedule and quality targets Roles requiring technical decision-making, prioritisation and independent judgement Making strategic recommendations to governance and assurance panels
04/03/2026
Full time
Senior Signalling Control System Engineer Specialism: Traffic Management Systems (TMS) Location: London (Euston) or Birmingham Hybrid (3 days per week in the office) Salary: London: £75,000 £83,500 + 12% pension Birmingham: £70,000 £77,500 + 12% pension The Opportunity Are you a Signalling Control System Engineer with a strong Traffic Management Systems (TMS) background, interested in shaping next-generation signalling technology? High Speed Two (HS2) is delivering a world-first signalling solution: ETCS integrated with Automatic Train Operation (ATO) and fully automated Traffic Management. This new CCS platform, combining new cutting-edge software and hardware will set the global benchmark for Command Control Sinalling systems across the world. HS2 is seeking a Senior Signalling Control System Engineer (Traffic Management SME) to join its Central Engineering, Signalling Technical Authority team. The Role Reporting to the Lead CCS Engineer, you will work within a specialist Command, Control and Signalling (CCS) Technical Authority team. Siemens has been awarded the CCS contract and is now progressing the system from concept design through scheme and detailed design, installation and commissioning, across a 10-year delivery programme. This is a high-visibility, stakeholder-facing role, requiring strong technical leadership and the ability to communicate complex signalling and traffic management concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Candidates with purely desk-based design experience and limited stakeholder exposure are unlikely to be suitable. You'll be developing - Traffic Management System Traffic Management System provides the Human Machine Interface for the Signaller. Controls and regulates the efficient movement of trains throughout the HS2 Network. It also provides a single source of truth of the Current Train Plan (timetable) to other HS2 and external systems (eg Network Rail, Customer information systems, Train Operators ). Key Responsibilities Engage and manage a wide range of stakeholders including: Other Rail Systems packages interlocking, train detection, ATO Operations and end users signallers, control system operators Ergonomics and Safety Assurance teams Network Rail and external regulators Provide technical assurance of Traffic Management System (TMS) deliverables and activities Work closely with other CCS system leads to develop an integrated CCS solution (ETCS, ATO, interlocking, train detection, etc.) Develop, manage and monitor compliance with contract requirements, specifications and standards Help develop the Traffic management System with Siemens, assist in problem solving and developing solutions. Contribute to the identification and management of technical risk associated with TMS engineering works Provide authoritative technical advice on TMS to the wider HS2 organisation, suppliers and external stakeholders Communicate effectively with engineers, project managers, directors, regulators and operators Required Profile Overview You will be a Signalling Control System Engineer with a strong Traffic Management focus, acting as a Traffic Management Subject Matter Expert. Experience may come from a contractor/manufacturer, client or consultancy background. While early-stage design experience is valuable, HS2 is particularly interested in candidates who have been involved in detailed design, testing and commissioning, and therefore understand operational end-requirements. You must have a working appreciation of wider CCS subsystems (e.g. interlocking, train detection, ETCS), sufficient to manage interfaces and system integration. Key Skills Specialist technical leadership in Traffic Management Systems (TMS) Ability to operate as a Discipline Owner / Subject Matter Expert for TMS Strong stakeholder communication skills, translating complex TMS concepts into clear, practical explanations across technical and non technical audiences. Application of standards, safety and environmental principles across the CCS lifecycle Understanding of information management, modelling, data security and cyber security principles Awareness of data creation, transformation and visualisation concepts Sound judgement in knowing when to seek input from other CCS Subject Matter Experts Knowledge & Technical Understanding Common Safety Method (CSM) for risk evaluation and assessment Ergonomic design principles for safe system operation In-depth understanding of Traffic Management Systems and their relationship to railway operations Knowledge of ETCS, ATO and high-speed rail signalling challenges Experience of signalling control systems for: Network Rail London Underground European high-speed or metro systems Application of national and international technical standards for rail control systems Awareness of emerging and future TMS and CCS technologies Chartered Engineer (or working towards) or equivalent professional experience Experience Delivery or development of Traffic Management / Train Control Systems in rail (LUL, Network Rail, High Speed Or European train Setting). Test and evaluation of TMS technical solutions Engineering delivery to cost, schedule and quality targets Roles requiring technical decision-making, prioritisation and independent judgement Making strategic recommendations to governance and assurance panels
Are you a Quality Assurance Engineer with a track record working for a main contractor on a heavy civils project? Do you have experience producing and compiling quality assurance and handover documentation? Location: Banbury Duration: 6mths rolling (2 years worth of work) Rate: £400 - £450/day DOE IR35: Inside via umbrella company. This role offers hybrid working - 3 x days in the office and 2 x days from home. Our client is a leading contractor on HS2 and due to an increase in their work bank, they require a Quality Assurance Engineer to support their busy site teams in ensuring all quality documentation is created and completed accurately and on time. This role requires the individual to have experience producing quality assurance documentation. Responsibilities: Assist site teams with the completion of Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and quality check sheets. Take ownership of producing and compiling comprehensive quality and handover packs. Proactively chase site teams, foremen, and subcontractors to ensure timely completion of all required paperwork. Build strong face-to-face relationships with site personnel to ensure cooperation and avoid delays. Actively resolve documentation issues, rather than simply reporting them. The ideal Quality Assurance Engineer: A background working for a main contractor on heavy civils or major projects. Proven experience producing ITP's and quality packs within a infrastructure environment. Excellent communications skills with the confidence to liaise directly with site teams. Must be IT literate. To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please submit your CV and then contact Amy at Carrington West
04/03/2026
Contractor
Are you a Quality Assurance Engineer with a track record working for a main contractor on a heavy civils project? Do you have experience producing and compiling quality assurance and handover documentation? Location: Banbury Duration: 6mths rolling (2 years worth of work) Rate: £400 - £450/day DOE IR35: Inside via umbrella company. This role offers hybrid working - 3 x days in the office and 2 x days from home. Our client is a leading contractor on HS2 and due to an increase in their work bank, they require a Quality Assurance Engineer to support their busy site teams in ensuring all quality documentation is created and completed accurately and on time. This role requires the individual to have experience producing quality assurance documentation. Responsibilities: Assist site teams with the completion of Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and quality check sheets. Take ownership of producing and compiling comprehensive quality and handover packs. Proactively chase site teams, foremen, and subcontractors to ensure timely completion of all required paperwork. Build strong face-to-face relationships with site personnel to ensure cooperation and avoid delays. Actively resolve documentation issues, rather than simply reporting them. The ideal Quality Assurance Engineer: A background working for a main contractor on heavy civils or major projects. Proven experience producing ITP's and quality packs within a infrastructure environment. Excellent communications skills with the confidence to liaise directly with site teams. Must be IT literate. To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please submit your CV and then contact Amy at Carrington West
Senior Signalling Control System Engineer Specialism: Traffic Management Systems (TMS) Location: London (Euston) or Birmingham Hybrid (3 days per week in the office) Salary: London: £75,000 £83,500 + 12% pension Birmingham: £70,000 £77,500 + 12% pension The Opportunity Are you a Signalling Control System Engineer with a strong Traffic Management Systems (TMS) background, interested in shaping next-generation signalling technology? High Speed Two (HS2) is delivering a world-first signalling solution: ETCS integrated with Automatic Train Operation (ATO) and fully automated Traffic Management. This new CCS platform, combining new cutting-edge software and hardware will set the global benchmark for Command Control Sinalling systems across the world. HS2 is seeking a Senior Signalling Control System Engineer (Traffic Management SME) to join its Central Engineering, Signalling Technical Authority team. The Role Reporting to the Lead CCS Engineer, you will work within a specialist Command, Control and Signalling (CCS) Technical Authority team. Siemens has been awarded the CCS contract and is now progressing the system from concept design through scheme and detailed design, installation and commissioning, across a 10-year delivery programme. This is a high-visibility, stakeholder-facing role, requiring strong technical leadership and the ability to communicate complex signalling and traffic management concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Candidates with purely desk-based design experience and limited stakeholder exposure are unlikely to be suitable. You'll be developing - Traffic Management System Traffic Management System provides the Human Machine Interface for the Signaller. Controls and regulates the efficient movement of trains throughout the HS2 Network. It also provides a single source of truth of the Current Train Plan (timetable) to other HS2 and external systems (eg Network Rail, Customer information systems, Train Operators ). Key Responsibilities Engage and manage a wide range of stakeholders including: Other Rail Systems packages interlocking, train detection, ATO Operations and end users signallers, control system operators Ergonomics and Safety Assurance teams Network Rail and external regulators Provide technical assurance of Traffic Management System (TMS) deliverables and activities Work closely with other CCS system leads to develop an integrated CCS solution (ETCS, ATO, interlocking, train detection, etc.) Develop, manage and monitor compliance with contract requirements, specifications and standards Help develop the Traffic management System with Siemens, assist in problem solving and developing solutions. Contribute to the identification and management of technical risk associated with TMS engineering works Provide authoritative technical advice on TMS to the wider HS2 organisation, suppliers and external stakeholders Communicate effectively with engineers, project managers, directors, regulators and operators Required Profile Overview You will be a Signalling Control System Engineer with a strong Traffic Management focus, acting as a Traffic Management Subject Matter Expert. Experience may come from a contractor/manufacturer, client or consultancy background. While early-stage design experience is valuable, HS2 is particularly interested in candidates who have been involved in detailed design, testing and commissioning, and therefore understand operational end-requirements. You must have a working appreciation of wider CCS subsystems (e.g. interlocking, train detection, ETCS), sufficient to manage interfaces and system integration. Key Skills Specialist technical leadership in Traffic Management Systems (TMS) Ability to operate as a Discipline Owner / Subject Matter Expert for TMS Strong stakeholder communication skills, translating complex TMS concepts into clear, practical explanations across technical and non technical audiences. Application of standards, safety and environmental principles across the CCS lifecycle Understanding of information management, modelling, data security and cyber security principles Awareness of data creation, transformation and visualisation concepts Sound judgement in knowing when to seek input from other CCS Subject Matter Experts Knowledge & Technical Understanding Common Safety Method (CSM) for risk evaluation and assessment Ergonomic design principles for safe system operation In-depth understanding of Traffic Management Systems and their relationship to railway operations Knowledge of ETCS, ATO and high-speed rail signalling challenges Experience of signalling control systems for: Network Rail London Underground European high-speed or metro systems Application of national and international technical standards for rail control systems Awareness of emerging and future TMS and CCS technologies Chartered Engineer (or working towards) or equivalent professional experience Experience Delivery or development of Traffic Management / Train Control Systems in rail (LUL, Network Rail, High Speed Or European train Setting). Test and evaluation of TMS technical solutions Engineering delivery to cost, schedule and quality targets Roles requiring technical decision-making, prioritisation and independent judgement Making strategic recommendations to governance and assurance panels
04/03/2026
Full time
Senior Signalling Control System Engineer Specialism: Traffic Management Systems (TMS) Location: London (Euston) or Birmingham Hybrid (3 days per week in the office) Salary: London: £75,000 £83,500 + 12% pension Birmingham: £70,000 £77,500 + 12% pension The Opportunity Are you a Signalling Control System Engineer with a strong Traffic Management Systems (TMS) background, interested in shaping next-generation signalling technology? High Speed Two (HS2) is delivering a world-first signalling solution: ETCS integrated with Automatic Train Operation (ATO) and fully automated Traffic Management. This new CCS platform, combining new cutting-edge software and hardware will set the global benchmark for Command Control Sinalling systems across the world. HS2 is seeking a Senior Signalling Control System Engineer (Traffic Management SME) to join its Central Engineering, Signalling Technical Authority team. The Role Reporting to the Lead CCS Engineer, you will work within a specialist Command, Control and Signalling (CCS) Technical Authority team. Siemens has been awarded the CCS contract and is now progressing the system from concept design through scheme and detailed design, installation and commissioning, across a 10-year delivery programme. This is a high-visibility, stakeholder-facing role, requiring strong technical leadership and the ability to communicate complex signalling and traffic management concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Candidates with purely desk-based design experience and limited stakeholder exposure are unlikely to be suitable. You'll be developing - Traffic Management System Traffic Management System provides the Human Machine Interface for the Signaller. Controls and regulates the efficient movement of trains throughout the HS2 Network. It also provides a single source of truth of the Current Train Plan (timetable) to other HS2 and external systems (eg Network Rail, Customer information systems, Train Operators ). Key Responsibilities Engage and manage a wide range of stakeholders including: Other Rail Systems packages interlocking, train detection, ATO Operations and end users signallers, control system operators Ergonomics and Safety Assurance teams Network Rail and external regulators Provide technical assurance of Traffic Management System (TMS) deliverables and activities Work closely with other CCS system leads to develop an integrated CCS solution (ETCS, ATO, interlocking, train detection, etc.) Develop, manage and monitor compliance with contract requirements, specifications and standards Help develop the Traffic management System with Siemens, assist in problem solving and developing solutions. Contribute to the identification and management of technical risk associated with TMS engineering works Provide authoritative technical advice on TMS to the wider HS2 organisation, suppliers and external stakeholders Communicate effectively with engineers, project managers, directors, regulators and operators Required Profile Overview You will be a Signalling Control System Engineer with a strong Traffic Management focus, acting as a Traffic Management Subject Matter Expert. Experience may come from a contractor/manufacturer, client or consultancy background. While early-stage design experience is valuable, HS2 is particularly interested in candidates who have been involved in detailed design, testing and commissioning, and therefore understand operational end-requirements. You must have a working appreciation of wider CCS subsystems (e.g. interlocking, train detection, ETCS), sufficient to manage interfaces and system integration. Key Skills Specialist technical leadership in Traffic Management Systems (TMS) Ability to operate as a Discipline Owner / Subject Matter Expert for TMS Strong stakeholder communication skills, translating complex TMS concepts into clear, practical explanations across technical and non technical audiences. Application of standards, safety and environmental principles across the CCS lifecycle Understanding of information management, modelling, data security and cyber security principles Awareness of data creation, transformation and visualisation concepts Sound judgement in knowing when to seek input from other CCS Subject Matter Experts Knowledge & Technical Understanding Common Safety Method (CSM) for risk evaluation and assessment Ergonomic design principles for safe system operation In-depth understanding of Traffic Management Systems and their relationship to railway operations Knowledge of ETCS, ATO and high-speed rail signalling challenges Experience of signalling control systems for: Network Rail London Underground European high-speed or metro systems Application of national and international technical standards for rail control systems Awareness of emerging and future TMS and CCS technologies Chartered Engineer (or working towards) or equivalent professional experience Experience Delivery or development of Traffic Management / Train Control Systems in rail (LUL, Network Rail, High Speed Or European train Setting). Test and evaluation of TMS technical solutions Engineering delivery to cost, schedule and quality targets Roles requiring technical decision-making, prioritisation and independent judgement Making strategic recommendations to governance and assurance panels
Role: Senior CCAI Engineer (12 month FTC) Reports to: Principal CCAI Engineer This is a remote opportunity. Role Purpose: The Contact Centre AI Engineer plays a pivotal role in delivering change across the Digital Customer Contact (DCC) product suite. This includes supporting the integration and evolution of the Google CCaaS platform, in-house systems, and cloud-native services. Seniors are expected to, where appropriate, provide technical leadership, and contribute to the development of mid & junior engineers. The role includes line management responsibilities. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities: Lead and deliver SaaS initiatives, ensuring alignment with the DCC product roadmap. Support the Principal Engineer in executing the technical strategy for the DCC SaaS product. Develop and maintain full stack solutions using .NET, JavaScript, and Python. Contribute to the design and deployment of serverless functions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Assist in the development of Chrome extensions to enhance agent experience. Implement secure authentication using JWT and OAuth 2.0. Support CI/CD pipeline development and maintenance for Google Cloud technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of features and integrations. Manage and support API integrations using Apigee. Participate in testing automation and quality assurance processes. Provide mentorship and technical guidance to mid & junior engineers. Where applicable, take on management responsibilities, including performance reviews and development planning. Skills, Experience, and Knowledge: Proven experience in full stack development, particularly in .NET and cloud-native environments. Hands-on experience with GCP services including Contact Centre AI, GCP Functions, and Cloud Storage. Familiarity with Chrome extension development and secure authentication protocols. Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Strong understanding of API management using Apigee. Proficiency in JavaScript and Python. Exposure to Azure infrastructure and networking is a plus. Demonstrated ability to lead delivery streams and mentor team members. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills. Customers and Key Stakeholders: Work closely with the Principal Engineer and Head of Digital Customer Contact to align technical delivery with strategic goals. Collaborate with Contact Centre Ops Managers, IT, and Data teams. Engage with external partners and stakeholders to ensure delivery meets expectations. What we offer in return? A collaborative and fast paced work environment Health care cash plan Yearly bonus scheme 24 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays and the ability to buy additional leave (annual leave also increases with service) Life Assurance 4x annual salary Vibrant, modern offices About the business: Markerstudy is a leading provider of private insurance in the UK, insuring around 5% of the private cars on the UK roads, 20% of commercial vehicles and over 30% of motorcycles in total premium levels of circa £1.2b. Markerstudy also has a large and growing direct presence in the market as well.
03/03/2026
Full time
Role: Senior CCAI Engineer (12 month FTC) Reports to: Principal CCAI Engineer This is a remote opportunity. Role Purpose: The Contact Centre AI Engineer plays a pivotal role in delivering change across the Digital Customer Contact (DCC) product suite. This includes supporting the integration and evolution of the Google CCaaS platform, in-house systems, and cloud-native services. Seniors are expected to, where appropriate, provide technical leadership, and contribute to the development of mid & junior engineers. The role includes line management responsibilities. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities: Lead and deliver SaaS initiatives, ensuring alignment with the DCC product roadmap. Support the Principal Engineer in executing the technical strategy for the DCC SaaS product. Develop and maintain full stack solutions using .NET, JavaScript, and Python. Contribute to the design and deployment of serverless functions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Assist in the development of Chrome extensions to enhance agent experience. Implement secure authentication using JWT and OAuth 2.0. Support CI/CD pipeline development and maintenance for Google Cloud technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of features and integrations. Manage and support API integrations using Apigee. Participate in testing automation and quality assurance processes. Provide mentorship and technical guidance to mid & junior engineers. Where applicable, take on management responsibilities, including performance reviews and development planning. Skills, Experience, and Knowledge: Proven experience in full stack development, particularly in .NET and cloud-native environments. Hands-on experience with GCP services including Contact Centre AI, GCP Functions, and Cloud Storage. Familiarity with Chrome extension development and secure authentication protocols. Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Strong understanding of API management using Apigee. Proficiency in JavaScript and Python. Exposure to Azure infrastructure and networking is a plus. Demonstrated ability to lead delivery streams and mentor team members. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills. Customers and Key Stakeholders: Work closely with the Principal Engineer and Head of Digital Customer Contact to align technical delivery with strategic goals. Collaborate with Contact Centre Ops Managers, IT, and Data teams. Engage with external partners and stakeholders to ensure delivery meets expectations. What we offer in return? A collaborative and fast paced work environment Health care cash plan Yearly bonus scheme 24 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays and the ability to buy additional leave (annual leave also increases with service) Life Assurance 4x annual salary Vibrant, modern offices About the business: Markerstudy is a leading provider of private insurance in the UK, insuring around 5% of the private cars on the UK roads, 20% of commercial vehicles and over 30% of motorcycles in total premium levels of circa £1.2b. Markerstudy also has a large and growing direct presence in the market as well.
Ministry of Defence - MOD
Temple Herdewyke, Warwickshire
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in the SSG s Central Team, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
03/03/2026
Full time
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in the SSG s Central Team, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in the SSG s Scotland Team, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
03/03/2026
Full time
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in the SSG s Scotland Team, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in either SSG s Aldermaston or Shrivenham Teams, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Roles based at Aldermaston will attract the £4,000 Market Skills Allowance (MSA). Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
03/03/2026
Full time
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in either SSG s Aldermaston or Shrivenham Teams, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Roles based at Aldermaston will attract the £4,000 Market Skills Allowance (MSA). Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in either SSG s Aldermaston or Shrivenham Teams, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Roles based at Aldermaston will attract the £4,000 Market Skills Allowance (MSA). Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
03/03/2026
Full time
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in either SSG s Aldermaston or Shrivenham Teams, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Roles based at Aldermaston will attract the £4,000 Market Skills Allowance (MSA). Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in either SSG s Aldermaston or Shrivenham Teams, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Roles based at Aldermaston will attract the £4,000 Market Skills Allowance (MSA). Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
03/03/2026
Full time
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in either SSG s Aldermaston or Shrivenham Teams, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Roles based at Aldermaston will attract the £4,000 Market Skills Allowance (MSA). Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in the SSG s Eastern Team, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
03/03/2026
Full time
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in the SSG s Eastern Team, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in the SSG s Central Team, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
03/03/2026
Full time
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in the SSG s Central Team, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
Ministry of Defence - MOD
Waddington, Lincolnshire
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in the SSG s Eastern Team, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
03/03/2026
Full time
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in the SSG s Eastern Team, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in the SSG s Scotland Team, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
03/03/2026
Full time
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in the SSG s Scotland Team, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in the SSG s Scotland Team, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
03/03/2026
Full time
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in the SSG s Scotland Team, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in either SSG s Aldermaston or Shrivenham Teams, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Roles based at Aldermaston will attract the £4,000 Market Skills Allowance (MSA). Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
03/03/2026
Full time
About Security Services Group Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas. With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems. Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad. Role description and requirements We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in either SSG s Aldermaston or Shrivenham Teams, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively. Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need. Roles based at Aldermaston will attract the £4,000 Market Skills Allowance (MSA). Person specification Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems. Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points). Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
IT Productivity Engineer Contract: Type: Perm Location: Newquay, Cornwall, UK We are seeking an IT Productivity Engineer to join our clients cloud focused, friendly and dynamic team This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of the organisations productivity services, adhering to service level agreements, and driving continual service improvement. Day-to-day of the role: Manage the resolution of incidents and service requests within the Productivity space, including SharePoint, OneDrive for Business, Project Online, and the Power Platform. Support the delivery of technological changes across Microsoft 365. Assist with Service Improvements and identify opportunities to reduce environmental impact. Collaborate closely with other IT teams to deliver excellent IT services. Contribute to solutions ensuring they are fit for purpose and provide optimal value for money. Maintain Productivity services to architectural and technical best practice specifications. Act as a stakeholder in the release process for new updates affecting services in production. Produce high-quality documentation to promote knowledge sharing across Productivity services. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers, stakeholders, and colleagues. Required Skills & Qualifications: Experience with Microsoft Office 365 components such as SharePoint Online & OneDrive for Business ( Well-developed technical skills, especially in advanced troubleshooting Experience administering a Microsoft 365 tenancy (Desirable) Understanding of the Power Platform toolset (Power Apps, Power BI, Power Automate) (Desirable) ITIL qualification - beneficial Knowledge of IT Security protocols, processes, policies, and standards ( Proven ability to write technical documentation like Runbooks and How-to Guides Excellent written and oral communication skills, able to engage with both technical and non-technical audiences Benefits: Hybrid Working - Minimum of 5 days per month in the office 30 Days holiday plus up to 8 public holidays (pro-rata) Sick pay and 4 Discretionary Christmas Closure Days Contributory pension scheme and Life Assurance cover Free onsite parking Annual leave purchase scheme - up to a maximum of 10 days If you are interested in this position please apply online or for more information please contact me on
03/03/2026
Full time
IT Productivity Engineer Contract: Type: Perm Location: Newquay, Cornwall, UK We are seeking an IT Productivity Engineer to join our clients cloud focused, friendly and dynamic team This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of the organisations productivity services, adhering to service level agreements, and driving continual service improvement. Day-to-day of the role: Manage the resolution of incidents and service requests within the Productivity space, including SharePoint, OneDrive for Business, Project Online, and the Power Platform. Support the delivery of technological changes across Microsoft 365. Assist with Service Improvements and identify opportunities to reduce environmental impact. Collaborate closely with other IT teams to deliver excellent IT services. Contribute to solutions ensuring they are fit for purpose and provide optimal value for money. Maintain Productivity services to architectural and technical best practice specifications. Act as a stakeholder in the release process for new updates affecting services in production. Produce high-quality documentation to promote knowledge sharing across Productivity services. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers, stakeholders, and colleagues. Required Skills & Qualifications: Experience with Microsoft Office 365 components such as SharePoint Online & OneDrive for Business ( Well-developed technical skills, especially in advanced troubleshooting Experience administering a Microsoft 365 tenancy (Desirable) Understanding of the Power Platform toolset (Power Apps, Power BI, Power Automate) (Desirable) ITIL qualification - beneficial Knowledge of IT Security protocols, processes, policies, and standards ( Proven ability to write technical documentation like Runbooks and How-to Guides Excellent written and oral communication skills, able to engage with both technical and non-technical audiences Benefits: Hybrid Working - Minimum of 5 days per month in the office 30 Days holiday plus up to 8 public holidays (pro-rata) Sick pay and 4 Discretionary Christmas Closure Days Contributory pension scheme and Life Assurance cover Free onsite parking Annual leave purchase scheme - up to a maximum of 10 days If you are interested in this position please apply online or for more information please contact me on
About the role Working in our Data and Analytics Delivery department, the Data Engineer will join the group on a 12-month fixed term contract to focus on the migration and integration of data into our new ecosystem.The Data Engineer will be designing, developing and testing quality data engineering solutions and will look to challenge and improve our processes, tools and approach. The person in post will undertake review and assurance activity, providing other team members with guidance on design, build and test activity.Adhering to standard driven code development, the Data Engineer will deliver solutions that meet business needs in a timely manner and will take responsibility for the testing of their solution, including the analysis of requirement, designs of test cases & scripts, preparing test data and creating and executing tests to ensure effective and accurate deliverables. We operate on a team led hybrid approach with at least 1 days a week in the Coventry or Manchester office. Our benefits include: 28 days holiday a year plus bank holidays and a holiday buy/sell scheme Annual discretionary bonus scheme Personal pension with matched contributions Life assurance (6 times annual salary) We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications About you You'll either have a Data Engineering related qualification and/or extensive Data Development experience in a commercial or Agile environment.To be successful in this role it's essential that you will: Have experience of AWS , Python, SQL, Git and PySpark Desirable experience needed will be: SISS or SAS experience Quality Assurance and Test Automation experience Experience of Database technologies Experience in Financial Services organisation About us In 2025, Coventry Building Society purchased The Co-operative Bank. Bringing together our purpose-led building society with the UK's original ethical bank was the start of an exciting journey.Trusted by over four million people, we're a mutually owned business free from shareholders, and with our combined experience of almost 300 years, our ethics and dedication will continue to guide us. Together, we have shared values and an ethical approach towards our members, customers and colleagues.We're officially recognised as a 'Great Place to Work' and our benefits go beyond basic pay, with a discretionary bonus scheme, a culture of reward and recognition and comprehensive support for wellbeing. We're serious about equality, of race, age, faith, disability, and sexual orientation and we celebrate diversity. By working together, we know you'll build more than just a career with us. Flexibility and why it matters We understand the need for flexibility, so wherever possible, we'll consider alternative working patterns. Have a chat with us before you apply to see what the possibilities are for this role. Proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer We're proud to offer an interview or assessment to every disabled applicant who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies. As part of the application process, disabled applicants can opt in for the Disability Confident Interview Scheme. If there are ever occasions where it is not practicable to interview all candidates that meet the essential criteria, such as when we receive a high number of applications, we commit to interviewing disabled candidates who best meet the minimum essential and desirable criteria.
03/03/2026
Contractor
About the role Working in our Data and Analytics Delivery department, the Data Engineer will join the group on a 12-month fixed term contract to focus on the migration and integration of data into our new ecosystem.The Data Engineer will be designing, developing and testing quality data engineering solutions and will look to challenge and improve our processes, tools and approach. The person in post will undertake review and assurance activity, providing other team members with guidance on design, build and test activity.Adhering to standard driven code development, the Data Engineer will deliver solutions that meet business needs in a timely manner and will take responsibility for the testing of their solution, including the analysis of requirement, designs of test cases & scripts, preparing test data and creating and executing tests to ensure effective and accurate deliverables. We operate on a team led hybrid approach with at least 1 days a week in the Coventry or Manchester office. Our benefits include: 28 days holiday a year plus bank holidays and a holiday buy/sell scheme Annual discretionary bonus scheme Personal pension with matched contributions Life assurance (6 times annual salary) We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications About you You'll either have a Data Engineering related qualification and/or extensive Data Development experience in a commercial or Agile environment.To be successful in this role it's essential that you will: Have experience of AWS , Python, SQL, Git and PySpark Desirable experience needed will be: SISS or SAS experience Quality Assurance and Test Automation experience Experience of Database technologies Experience in Financial Services organisation About us In 2025, Coventry Building Society purchased The Co-operative Bank. Bringing together our purpose-led building society with the UK's original ethical bank was the start of an exciting journey.Trusted by over four million people, we're a mutually owned business free from shareholders, and with our combined experience of almost 300 years, our ethics and dedication will continue to guide us. Together, we have shared values and an ethical approach towards our members, customers and colleagues.We're officially recognised as a 'Great Place to Work' and our benefits go beyond basic pay, with a discretionary bonus scheme, a culture of reward and recognition and comprehensive support for wellbeing. We're serious about equality, of race, age, faith, disability, and sexual orientation and we celebrate diversity. By working together, we know you'll build more than just a career with us. Flexibility and why it matters We understand the need for flexibility, so wherever possible, we'll consider alternative working patterns. Have a chat with us before you apply to see what the possibilities are for this role. Proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer We're proud to offer an interview or assessment to every disabled applicant who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies. As part of the application process, disabled applicants can opt in for the Disability Confident Interview Scheme. If there are ever occasions where it is not practicable to interview all candidates that meet the essential criteria, such as when we receive a high number of applications, we commit to interviewing disabled candidates who best meet the minimum essential and desirable criteria.
The work you will be doing The Lead Dev Ops Engineer is accountable for the Azure platform, infrastructure-as-code (IaC) and the delivery system (CI/CD standards, templates and controls) that enables Birketts squads to deliver to Azure quickly, safely and consistently. You will establish and maintain the "one right way" of working for Azure environments: guardrails, governance, repeatability and operational readiness. You will work closely with Product development leadership, security and infrastructure stakeholders to ensure standards are adopted through tooling (Azure Policy and Azure DevOps), not documentation alone. Platform ownership, governance and control Own subscription and landing zone hygiene, including remediation of legacy resources outside the agreed model Define and enforce platform governance standards: naming conventions, tagging schema, Azure Policy baseline and controlled exception handling Define and maintain identity and access patterns (RBAC and, where applicable, PIM) and platform security guardrails in collaboration with security and relevant stakeholders Improve platform cost governance by ensuring ownership and tagging discipline supports accurate reporting and accountability Infrastructure as Code (IaC) standards and integrity Establish and maintain Terraform as the authoritative mechanism for platform and environment provisioning and change control Design and maintain reusable IaC modules/patterns; implement safe change practices (review, validation, controlled applies) Reduce drift and improve environment repeatability across dev/QA/prod Delivery system (CI/CD) ownership and standardisation Define and evolve delivery system standards in partnership with the Product Development Team Leader, and enforce them through Azure DevOps templates, policies and required checks Own and improve Azure DevOps CI/CD standards, pipeline templates, approvals/gates, and environment promotion model Provide "golden path" templates and patterns for application-level and data-level delivery (including Azure resources) so squads can deliver without bespoke pipeline design per product Embed automated quality controls and security scanning into pipelines (e.g., SAST/SCA) and define secure secret-handling patterns aligned to Birketts expectations Implement and enforce PR/branch policies and release controls to reduce variability and operational risk Platform observability and operational readiness Provide and evolve platform observability foundations: monitoring, logging, metrics, dashboards and alerting (using the agreed toolset) Define and improve incident response and operational readiness expectations (runbooks, escalation paths, recovery/rollback patterns, environment health checks) Establish and maintain DR and operational processes for the platform and environments, with clear escalation to development squads where required Ways of working, coaching and continuous improvement Maintain a visible platform backlog and roadmap (stabilisation, governance, standardisation, developer experience) Coach squads in using the delivery system effectively (templates, PR discipline, gated releases, environment promotion) Support capability building for internal engineers (including infrastructure engineers where willing) using pairing and staged responsibility ("gated autonomy") Create and maintain platform documentation: handbook, onboarding guides, decision records and runbooks to reduce key-person dependency Assess DevOps capacity and resilience needs over time and provide recommendations for scaling the function as workload/support requirements mature Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. What we are looking for A candidate who has owned or led DevOps / platform engineering capability in Azure and can balance delivery speed with governance and risk control Enjoys creating standards and guardrails that enable teams rather than slow them down Can operate effectively in an environment with mixed maturity, coaching teams while maintaining safe operational practices Essential Knowledge & Experience Proven, hands-on experience designing, deploying and operating Azure infrastructure (subscriptions, governance, identity/access, and core platform services) Strong Infrastructure-as-Code experience, ideally Terraform (module/pattern design, environment patterns, safe change practices) Strong CI/CD engineering experience, ideally Azure DevOps (templating, approvals/gates, environment promotion strategies, required checks) Working understanding of security practices in cloud delivery (least privilege/IAM, secrets handling, secure pipeline patterns) Practical understanding of observability and operational readiness (logs/metrics/tracing concepts; dashboards/alerts; runbooks) Strong communication skills and ability to explain standards/guardrails in business-impact terms Hybrid Working Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. This role attracts a split of 60% office days and 40% working from home days per week. Benefits As a Birkett colleague, you will be eligible to receive a wide range of benefits: 25 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays Long Service holiday award - 1 extra week every 10 years continuous service Private Healthcare with BUPA (offered after probation is passed) Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee) Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share) Life Assurance - 4 x salary / Permanent Health Insurance Paid CSR Day Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave Subsidised gym membership Electric car scheme Dress for your Day Policy
03/03/2026
Full time
The work you will be doing The Lead Dev Ops Engineer is accountable for the Azure platform, infrastructure-as-code (IaC) and the delivery system (CI/CD standards, templates and controls) that enables Birketts squads to deliver to Azure quickly, safely and consistently. You will establish and maintain the "one right way" of working for Azure environments: guardrails, governance, repeatability and operational readiness. You will work closely with Product development leadership, security and infrastructure stakeholders to ensure standards are adopted through tooling (Azure Policy and Azure DevOps), not documentation alone. Platform ownership, governance and control Own subscription and landing zone hygiene, including remediation of legacy resources outside the agreed model Define and enforce platform governance standards: naming conventions, tagging schema, Azure Policy baseline and controlled exception handling Define and maintain identity and access patterns (RBAC and, where applicable, PIM) and platform security guardrails in collaboration with security and relevant stakeholders Improve platform cost governance by ensuring ownership and tagging discipline supports accurate reporting and accountability Infrastructure as Code (IaC) standards and integrity Establish and maintain Terraform as the authoritative mechanism for platform and environment provisioning and change control Design and maintain reusable IaC modules/patterns; implement safe change practices (review, validation, controlled applies) Reduce drift and improve environment repeatability across dev/QA/prod Delivery system (CI/CD) ownership and standardisation Define and evolve delivery system standards in partnership with the Product Development Team Leader, and enforce them through Azure DevOps templates, policies and required checks Own and improve Azure DevOps CI/CD standards, pipeline templates, approvals/gates, and environment promotion model Provide "golden path" templates and patterns for application-level and data-level delivery (including Azure resources) so squads can deliver without bespoke pipeline design per product Embed automated quality controls and security scanning into pipelines (e.g., SAST/SCA) and define secure secret-handling patterns aligned to Birketts expectations Implement and enforce PR/branch policies and release controls to reduce variability and operational risk Platform observability and operational readiness Provide and evolve platform observability foundations: monitoring, logging, metrics, dashboards and alerting (using the agreed toolset) Define and improve incident response and operational readiness expectations (runbooks, escalation paths, recovery/rollback patterns, environment health checks) Establish and maintain DR and operational processes for the platform and environments, with clear escalation to development squads where required Ways of working, coaching and continuous improvement Maintain a visible platform backlog and roadmap (stabilisation, governance, standardisation, developer experience) Coach squads in using the delivery system effectively (templates, PR discipline, gated releases, environment promotion) Support capability building for internal engineers (including infrastructure engineers where willing) using pairing and staged responsibility ("gated autonomy") Create and maintain platform documentation: handbook, onboarding guides, decision records and runbooks to reduce key-person dependency Assess DevOps capacity and resilience needs over time and provide recommendations for scaling the function as workload/support requirements mature Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. What we are looking for A candidate who has owned or led DevOps / platform engineering capability in Azure and can balance delivery speed with governance and risk control Enjoys creating standards and guardrails that enable teams rather than slow them down Can operate effectively in an environment with mixed maturity, coaching teams while maintaining safe operational practices Essential Knowledge & Experience Proven, hands-on experience designing, deploying and operating Azure infrastructure (subscriptions, governance, identity/access, and core platform services) Strong Infrastructure-as-Code experience, ideally Terraform (module/pattern design, environment patterns, safe change practices) Strong CI/CD engineering experience, ideally Azure DevOps (templating, approvals/gates, environment promotion strategies, required checks) Working understanding of security practices in cloud delivery (least privilege/IAM, secrets handling, secure pipeline patterns) Practical understanding of observability and operational readiness (logs/metrics/tracing concepts; dashboards/alerts; runbooks) Strong communication skills and ability to explain standards/guardrails in business-impact terms Hybrid Working Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. This role attracts a split of 60% office days and 40% working from home days per week. Benefits As a Birkett colleague, you will be eligible to receive a wide range of benefits: 25 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays Long Service holiday award - 1 extra week every 10 years continuous service Private Healthcare with BUPA (offered after probation is passed) Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee) Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share) Life Assurance - 4 x salary / Permanent Health Insurance Paid CSR Day Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave Subsidised gym membership Electric car scheme Dress for your Day Policy