901 jobs found in Lancashire

Junior Electrical Design Engineer Salary: Negotiable Location: Oldham This is an excellent opportunity for a Junior Electrical Design Engineer to work for a company which are growing through some rapid growth & and looking to increase the size of their team. They work on a broad range of Control Systems from small PLC upgrades to large scale Automation projects...... click apply for full job details

Stride have been approached by an established RIBA architectural studio with offices across the North West of the UK who have a requirement for a newly qualified Architect to join their close-knit team. Working across projects through all RIBA Stages (RIBA 0-7), with exposure to both design and technical phases of projects, my client is looking for an Architect that has previous UK based..... click apply for full job details

Ricardo Energy & Environment is a leading sustainability consultancy combining water, energy, climate change, environmental and chemical risk expertise with strong IT and economics capability. Operating across the world, we work in partnership with our customers to help transform the way they work, empowering business leaders with award winning consultancy advice. With unrivalled sector insight and a reputation for producing innovative solutions, we offer a stimulating and rewarding environment in which to work. The Water and Environment practice of Ricardo Energy & Environment, offers a comprehensive range of specialist services within the environmental consultancy sector. Nationally and internationally recognised for our expertise in planning and overseeing complex and sensitive projects, our skills have been utilised by a wide range of clients within the public and private sectors including the European Commission, government, water companies and developers. Purpose: Much of our work in the Water and Environment sector requires the skills of a hydrologist to help us understand the impact of flows on ecology, on water quality and sediment (transport and deposition) for water resource planning and supporting new development. We assess the effect of normal and low flows particularly for drought planning and wider water resource management. Additionally, our work covers wider infrastructure projects (for developers and airports) through to habitat restoration work where understanding the impacts of construction impacts on the flood envelope for example, is necessary. Ricardo are also appointed by Local Authorities to provide expert reviews of Environmental Statement Water Resource chapters. We are currently looking for a numerate, willing to learn, primarily surface water hydrologist with the skills to assess and predict a range of hydrological conditions and, ideally, can demonstrate the ability interpret and run hydraulic models. Experience in Environmental Impact Assessment, environmental statements and Flood Risk Assessment would also be an advantage. The successful candidate will be part of our water team but will need to work closely with our environmental impact assessment and ecology colleagues. There is also the opportunity to work with other parts of our business with the aim of helping to develop a portfolio of projects where hydrological expertise is seen as an important element. Key accountabilities: You will input into a range of environmental assessments where understanding that hydrology has an impact on habitats and flood/drought management. You will need to be able to work effectively with water companies, developers, design engineers, contractors, planner and other regulators to help achieve positive outcomes of our projects. You will provide technical input into a wide range of projects. Key competencies and experience: Essential * Bachelors (2.1 or above) and ideally a post graduate degree in a relevant subject, with a strong background in hydrology and its impact of the natural world. * Numerate and keen to analyze and interpret hydrological data to support environmental impact understanding * Ability to undertake FRAs and Environmental Impact Assessment (Water resource Chapter). * Understanding and knowledge of associated flood and drought policies and data sources especially EU and UK. * Understanding of the UK Water Industry * Demonstrable ability to write effectively * Ability to interpret and explain data trends * Demonstrate understanding of the links between hydrology and the impact on the environment for the water industry * Consultancy/water industry experience * A full UK driver's licence Advantageous * Ability to run hydrological models and the understanding FEH/FSR outputs. * Understand outputs/ability to run an Aquator model * International experience over and above understanding of the UK water industry and planning markets * Interest in modeling/interpreting results for river restoration design * High level use of R statistic software Skills and behaviours: * Excellent team working * Strong communication skills and a close attention to detail * Enthusiastic, keen to learn and able to act quickly and flexible across projects * Excellent report writing * Ambitious, enthusiastic and self-motivated to thrive in this busy and demanding environment * Good IT skills commonly used software, e.g. Microsoft Office, internet, email * Hydrological modelling skills * Self-organized This is a fast-paced and challenging environment offering you the opportunity to make your mark. You will have support from the wider business for your career to develop into a wide range of future opportunities within Ricardo Energy & Environment. In return for your commitment, drive and enthusiasm, we offer an attractive benefits package, a personal development plan, and the opportunity to make a difference in a challenging and rewarding field. Ricardo Energy & Environment is an equal opportunities employer.

Experienced Aquatic Ecologist required for prestigious international consultancy based in either Leeds or Manchester. Join one of the UK's most highly regarded consultancies, with a reputation for outstanding work, fantastic culture and continuous progression and learning. My client is one of the UK's leading consultancy firms, comprising of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical specialists. You'll be working alongside many of the UK's leading professionals on a range of high profile projects Nationally and Internationally. In this exciting role, you will gain experience of a range of modern, innovative survey methods and techniques, including aquatic habitat mapping and assessment using GIS-enable tablet technology to rapidly gather and send field data, prepare, manage and execute, the delivery of ecological services across a wide range of projects sectors including energy, water, transport, residential and mixed-use schemes. You will also be expected to provide freshwater ecological support to the wider environmental management and EIA team on individual projects as well as my clients well-stablished Water team. Good team working, and communication skills will be essential, as the role will demand collaborative working with other ecologists and scientists to deliver a challenging programme of work. Location Manchester or Leeds Experience Required · Strong background in freshwater ecology field surveys - including habitat surveys, protected species surveys, and WFD compliant surveys or freshwater receptors · A detailed understanding of freshwater ecology and how freshwater receptors interact within an ecosystem, and how different pressures may disrupt this balance · A detailed understanding of the Water Framework Directive, its objectives, and the process of demonstrating Project compliance · Statistical analysis, data management and modelling of large and complex environmental data sets · Proven success of working in a team environment · Excellent written and verbal communication skills · Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines · Ability to work on multiple projects Qualifications · Bachelor Degree in Ecology or related subject · Full CIEEM membership or working towards · A full UK driving licence is required for this position Rewards & Benefits My client offers a highly competitive salary along with a range of exciting and flexible benefits. They are able to provide agile and flexible working conditions to suit your personal needs. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an ambitious business with significant growth plans ahead. My client offers significant training as well as great scope for progression and reward. Even if you are cautiously looking, I would recommend a discreet conversation to find out more about the firm and the role.

Office Administrator with scheduling experience urgently needed for permanent scheduling and administration role in a large property management company located in Blackburn. Pay rate - £8.90ph - weekly pay - permanent job with opportunities for very good pay rises Duties will include: Liaison with contractors and maintenance engineers and scheduling maintenance call outs Scheduling maintenance engineer visits to various properties Organising and scheduling maintenance and repair work with contractors and clients General administration and data entry using house computer system Blackburn Experience required Previous experience of scheduling Administration and data entry PC literate Confident telephone manner Very good organisational skills £8.90 per hour - weekly pay plus free parking, holiday pay and excellent pay rise opportunities M - F 08.00-5pm Superb job in a fantastic nationwide FM company, would ideally suit an PC literate administrator with good scheduling experience living in the Blackburn, Preston, Accrington, Rishton or Bury areas, who is used to dealing with contractors or maintenance staff or has good experience in scheduling. Apply by calling William Strong at Carbon60 on or email your CV ASAP The recruiter has stated that all applicants for this job should be able to prove they are legally entitled to work in the UK. Carbon60 is a trading name of Carbon60 Limited an Employment Business/Agency.

SAFETY ENGINEER - Warton, Lancashire - 6 month duration Our client is a leading Aerospace defence company based in Lancashire, they are seeking a Safety Engineer for a 6 month+ contract. The Job holder is responsible for supporting the Safety Manager (UK) in the management and governance of all Programme (Capability) Project Safety & Environmental Management activities for a fast jet programme...... click apply for full job details

Electrical Engineer We are actively looking to recruit an Electrical Engineer, with experience of working within a manufacturing and or production line. Preference will be given to anyone working previously in a mechanical background. You will be responsible for the maintenance of Electrical machinery and mechanical equipment, ensuring that production and quality is continually sustained...... click apply for full job details

Madisons Recruitment are looking for a Risk Management Surveyor to work across Manchester and the surrounding areas. This is a great opportunity to work with one of the UK's leading warranty providers. This will require the successful candidate to provide site inspection and construction expertise relating to Risk Management, from foundations through to finals...... click apply for full job details

Exciting opportunity to work for a leading FM service provider situated in London. I am currently recruiting for a Maintenance Electrician to be based in a static role in Central London. The successful candidate will be a full qualified Maintenance Electrician with C&G, 17th or 18th Edition and a proven track record in commercial building maintenance...... click apply for full job details