Chief Executive Officer LeedsThe UK and Ireland Fuel Distribution Association (UKIFDA) is the leadin... Chief Executive Officer LeedsThe UK and Ireland Fuel Distribution Association (UKIFDA) is the leading trade association representing the liquid fuel distribution industry across the UK and Ireland. The members play a critical role in delivering energy to homes, businesses, farms and communities.As the industry navigates energy transition, evolving regulation, security of supply challenges and the development of renewable liquid fuels, UKIFDA is at the forefront of representing member interests, influencing policy and supporting industry growth.They are now seeking to hire an outstanding Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation through its next phase of development.The Opportunity This is a high-profile leadership role offering the opportunity to shape the future of a nationally significant industry.Reporting to the Management Committee, the CEO will provide strategic leadership to the Association, ensuring excellent member services in the form of structured training services, financial sustainability, effective stakeholder engagement and strong representation of the sector across government, regulatory and industry forums.The successful candidate will work closely with members, staff, contractors, government departments, trade associations and industry partners to deliver UKIFDA's strategic objectives.Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Develop and implement the Association's strategic vision and business plan.Lead the ongoing development of UKIFDA's membership proposition and services.Identify emerging industry opportunities, risks and policy developments.Support the industry's transition towards lower-carbon liquid fuels and future energy solutions. Association Management Lead and manage a small team of employees and specialist contractors.Oversee financial management, budgeting, annual accounts and reporting.Serve as Company Secretary and support the governance requirements of the Association.Prepare reports and recommendations for the Management Committee.Organise and deliver the Annual General Meeting and other governance activities. Membership and Industry Services Maintain strong relationships with members across the UK and Ireland.Ensure the delivery of high-quality training, technical and membership services.Lead member communications and industry engagement activities.Respond to member issues and provide strategic guidance on industry challenges.Lead the development of conferences, exhibitions and events as an important income driver. Stakeholder Engagement and Representation Represent UKIFDA with UK and Irish government departments, regulators and agencies.Build and maintain relationships with ministers, parliamentarians, policymakers and industry leaders.Act as a trusted spokesperson for the industry.Lead engagement on security of supply, regulatory and operational issues affecting members.Work collaboratively with partner trade associations and external stakeholders. Industry Intelligence and Communications Oversee the collection, analysis and communication of industry data and market insights.Support the development of policy positions and consultation responses.Lead industry and consumer communication initiatives.Provide strategic oversight of media and public relations activity. Next Step For a confidential discussion or to receive more detailed information about this opportunity, please submit your CV through the application process. Suitable applicants will be contacted with further details regarding the organisation, role, and next steps. INDHS Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
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Project Planner Role Shape the Future of Complex Engineering Projects! Location: DerbyHybrid worki... Project Planner Role Shape the Future of Complex Engineering Projects! Location: DerbyHybrid working arrangement open to 2/3 days a week on siteCompetitive salary – open depending on skills and experienceMust hold SC Clearance or be eligible and willing to obtain SC ClearanceOpportunity to work on complex, high-profile engineering and infrastructure projectsCollaborative and supportive project environment Overview We are seeking an experienced Project Planner to join a growing project delivery team supporting major engineering and infrastructure programmes. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-profile projects within a highly regulated environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and reporting on project schedules, working closely with project teams and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain project schedules using industry-standard planning tools.Monitor and report project progress against agreed milestones and deliverables.Support resource planning and coordination activities.Identify schedule risks, opportunities, and critical path impacts.Produce accurate planning reports and project performance metrics.Work collaboratively with project teams, stakeholders, and supply chain partners.Review and challenge programme information to ensure accuracy and alignment with project objectives.Contribute to planning and estimating activities during project development phases. Requirements Proven experience in a Project Planner role within engineering, infrastructure, construction, or other complex project environments.Strong planning and scheduling skills using Primavera P6.Experience working with NEC contracts.Ability to analyse project performance and communicate progress effectively.Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. Desirable Experience Experience working on large-scale infrastructure, engineering, defence, energy, or other highly regulated projects.Project management or planning qualifications.Degree or equivalent professional experience. Security Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain the appropriate level of security clearance. What We're Looking For Self-motivated and proactive approach.Excellent attention to detail.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.Comfortable working in a fast-paced project environment with multiple stakeholders. If you meet the above criteria, apply today! Company informationAt First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Planner looking for new employment.As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.
Our client a well establish UK & European Engineering/Electrical Consultancy are actively lookin... Our client a well establish UK & European Engineering/Electrical Consultancy are actively looking to hire an Internal Auditor on a 6 month contractual basis, based from their offices in Stafforshire.Job Title: Internal AuditorLocation: Stafford, StaffordshireDuration: 6 Months (initially)Rate: Competitive Hourly Rates (InsideIR35)Job Description:Our client are seeking an autonomous, senior-level Internal Auditor to join our project team. As an Internal Auditor your primary objective is to execute our established internal audit plan, ensuring our construction turnkey operations remain fully compliant with ISO 9001 standards. View auditing as a partnership; you will serve as a strategic advisor who identifies opportunities for operational excellence rather than focusing solely on identifying non-conformities. You will work closely with Project Managers and Site Leads to ensure our processes add value and support the successful delivery of complex electrical infrastructure projects.Key Responsibilities: Execution: Conduct thorough internal audits based on the established plan, focusing on ISO 9001 compliance within our project lifecycle.Process Improvement: Translate audit findings into actionable business insights that drive efficiency and reduce operational risk in a construction/turnkey environment.Collaborative Reporting: Prepare clear, concise reports that provide value to leadership, focusing on constructive solutions rather than punitive findings.Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a subject matter expert to guide team members through compliance challenges, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.Standardisation: Ensure quality management practices are consistently applied across both administrative and field-based electrical project operations. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management, Engineering, or a related field.Significant experience as an Auditor within the construction, energy, or turnkey project management sectors.Deep expertise in ISO 9001 standards and quality management systems.Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision, possessing a high degree of professional maturity and a "value-add" mindset.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with diverse teams, from field personnel to executive management.
Our client a well known and established Engineering Consultancy, who work within the Nuclear, Energy... Our client a well known and established Engineering Consultancy, who work within the Nuclear, Energy, Defence and Utilties sector are currently looking to hire a Cost Engineer on a 12 month contractual basis from their offices in Warrington. They are looking to hire a Cost Engineer who can bring a positive, proactive, can‑do attitude to their working environment. Job Title: Cost EngineerLocation: Warrington (WA3 6XF)Duration: 12 MonthsHourly Rate: Competitive - Inside IR35Hybrid Working - 3 Days in the Office, 2 Home Base (Flexible for the right person)As a Cost Engineer you will be someone who likes to get into the detail, spot issues early and create clarity from complexity, you’ll fit right in. You will support Project Managers in delivering projects on time and within budget through rigorous attention to detail and the application of Amentum’s project controls processes and best‑practice techniques.Core Project Controls: Applying project controls processes and systemsProject set‑up, close‑out and reconciliationsEnsuring accurate cost allocationCost forecasting and financial analysisMonitoring revenue and gross marginEnsuring corporate systems accurately reflect project statusMonitoring aged debt and supporting recoveryPreparing client‑specific monthly reportsProducing internal reporting for Operational Project ReviewsContributing to and/or attending monthly project meetingsSupporting bids and proposals Additional Responsibilities:Supporting Project/Programme Managers with: Earned Value AnalysisRisk and Opportunity ManagementProgramme and Resource MonitoringPreparing Change Control and early warning noticesMaintaining quality documentationMonitoring Key Performance Indicators Experience Required: Proven Cost Engineer backgroundCurrent SC Clearance - Valid or lapsed within the past 12 monthsStrong Excel skillsEarned Value Analysis experienceConfident and strong communication SkillsBuild effective relationships with Stakeholders at all levels
Our client a well known and large Engineering/Energy consultancy are currently actively looking to h... Our client a well known and large Engineering/Energy consultancy are currently actively looking to hire a Site Planner to be based onsite in Inverness, Scotland.Job Title: Site PlannerLocation: Inverness, ScotlandDuration: Initial 6 Months, with view to being extendedRates: Competitive - Inside IR35Mon to Fri (5 Days onsite)Hiring a Site Planner with a strong experience of industrial projects, and locally based near Nigg Port.The Site Planner is responsible for developing, maintaining, and monitoring site project schedule and plans for construction activities on-site. The role ensures that work is planned efficiently, resources are optimized, and deadlines are met, all while adhering to health, safety, and environmental standards, and in accordance with the companies project performance expectations.Essential Responsibilities:Schedule Management: The Site Planner oversees the customers site project schedule management ensuring its quality and accuracy.o Integrate detailed subcontractor schedule activities with proper alignment, structure, coding and weighting.Coordination: The Site Planner is responsible for the daily management of the "Ready For Load-out Schedule". He/She will be collaborating with the other planners working for the project as part of the overall integrated project plan. He/She will also collaborate with the site execution functions (construction, commissioning, completion) to ensure overall quality and accuracy of the schedule.o Coordinate and monitor the Subcontractor schedules, and ensure proper interfacing between the various subcontractor, and the companies schedules with the support of the package manager and subcontractors to collect the different updateso Participation to the Co-activity management related to the WTG access (pre-assembled tower, nacelles) for the construction, commissioning punch list closure priorityProject Management Support: The Site Planner will support the Lead Project Planner and Project Director and as such will provide visibility on:o Look ahead of tasks to be performed in the short term (daily/Weekly) and mid-term 3-6 weeks.o Develop site schedule reports including schedule status, critical path and look-ahead Risks in schedule and mitigation actions.o Opportunities in the schedule. The Site Planner will provide relevant reports to project and site management to ensure the Site Manager has all the tools required to make the right decisions driving on time and on budget project execution.o Record progress to update and dispatch to the customer the activity Key performance indicators (Ready for load out readiness, progress of work on hub operations)o Gather, compile and prepare DPR for the customer in relation to activities with the help of the cost controller and site package managero Generate schedule analysis identifying subcontractor delays, critical paths, recovery plans and acceleration schedules.Qualifications/Requirements:· Bachelor’s degree (Engineering/Math/Science degree preferred) or equivalent knowledge/experience.· Deep and proven experience in project planning.· Expertise in use of the Primavera P6 planning tool.Skills & Details:· Good communication with stakeholders at all levels· Able to create automated KPIs and reports on Excel, Smartsheet or other tools.· P6 Planning tool· Located to site every day – Nigg Port, Inverness Scotland · Might travel to UK for business meetingsDesired Characteristics:· Experience of planning offshore construction projects including multiple vessels.· Ability to understand the status of a project and link the schedule to the reality of the execution. The Site Planner will quickly understand the risks and opportunities in the schedule, identify and drive appropriate actions.· High energy and motivation to deliver against and beyond expectations, making the difference in the position.· The candidate will be self-driven, demonstrating a proactive and dynamic approach of site daily schedule updates.
Our client an Oil & Gas based company basedin Aberdeen are actively looking to hire a Cost Estim... Our client an Oil & Gas based company basedin Aberdeen are actively looking to hire a Cost Estimator & Risk Specialist on a contractual basis for a period of 12 months.Job Title: Cost Estimating & Risk SpecialistLocation: AberdeenDuration: 12 MonthsDay Rate: Competitive (basic rate + Holiday Pay (PAYE).Hybrid Working 2 to 3 Days onsite.Main Purpose of the Position: Provide accurate cost estimating and benchmarking services to support project development and execution.Develop and maintain cost databases to enable effective benchmarking and trend analysis.Collaborate with project teams to ensure estimates are comprehensive and reflective of market trends.Enhance the accuracy of project cost forecasts and budgets through detailed analysis and reporting.Support continuous improvement initiatives by developing and implementing best practices in estimating and benchmarking. Critical Responsibilities: Ensure that all activities are carried out in a safe manner complying with all regulatory requirements, legislation and Harbour Energy HSES Procedures Estimating Processes: Develop and refine cost estimating methodologies and systems.Produce detailed project cost estimates from conceptual through to detailed phases.Ensure alignment of cost estimates with project schedules and execution strategies. Benchmarking Analysis: Maintain and update cost and quantity benchmarking databases.Analyse project outcomes to establish benchmarks and improve future estimates.Collaborate with industry forums to share and gather benchmarking insights. Project Support and Collaboration: Provide estimating support across various project stages and teams.Participate in project risk assessments and contingency analysis.Ensure seamless integration of estimating data with project management and control systems. Training and Development: Facilitate workshops and training sessions on cost estimating and benchmarking.Mentor junior staff and colleagues in best practices and systems use.Stay abreast of industry trends and technological advancements in estimating software and tools. Critical Skills, Qualifications, Experience, etc.:Skills & Experience: Expertise in cost estimating and benchmarking within the oil & gas or related industry.Proficient in the use of estimating software and data analysis tools.Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.Collaborative approach to problem-solving and decision-making.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Strong organisational and project management abilities.Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working independently.Commitment to ethical standards and high levels of integrity.Adaptability to change and willingness to learn new skills. Desired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in relevant field; Higher degree (e.g., master's preferred)
Our client a well known Engineering/Nuclear client based up in Cumbria are currently looking to hire... Our client a well known Engineering/Nuclear client based up in Cumbria are currently looking to hire a Technical Clerk/Building Controller.Location: Sellafield, CumbriaDuration: 12 MonthsRate: Competitive Hourly RateShift Work (see below shift pattern)Building Controller/Technical Clerk -to assist BEPDT with the following duties: Building Controller Role: Manage the Building Controller pager during your shift and associated tasksOpening and closing the buildingSigning in/out with Contractors Control roomCounting on site No’s and relaying them to Contractors control roomCompleting weekly exercise on a Monday and the paperwork requiredCompleting the monthly exercise at the beginning of the monthBeing the Deputy during site emergencies and assisting to run the exerciseKeeping on top of all necessary paperworkCounting and co-ordinating the respiratorsFirst AiderFire Warden Technical Clerk Role: Produce, control and maintain Commissioning Life Time RecordsCopy, scan and store documents within electronic document management system (EDMS)Retrieve files as requested by project personnelAny other Admin duties that are required Essential Experience and Qualifications: Experience of working within a Commissioning Document Control departmentExperience of delivering Document Control through SharePoint / Convero preferredUnderstanding of SL document Control systems a benefitIOSH Working Safely Desirable Qualifications: Building Controllers training course2 day First Aid qualificationFire Warden training These are Shift roles which will be based on 4 days on, 4 days off rolling shift pattern including weekends and on 12 hour shifts This is a rolling shift pattern - 4 x 12 hr days on, 4 days off, 4 x 12 hr nights on, 4 off 06:00 am to 06:00 pm - Days06:00 pm to 06:00 am - Nights
As a System Specialist, you will oversee the implementation of Piping Information Systems across th... As a System Specialist, you will oversee the implementation of Piping Information Systems across the project, ensuring effective management of construction quantities, planning, progress tracking, accounting, quality assessment, and the recording of erected and installed work quantities, in line with project requirements and Company procedures.How can you support us? Here below your responsibilities: Set up, implement, and train project teams on Management/Construction Information Systems.Analyse, upload, and maintain project data across key systems, including quantities, planning, accounting, and standard libraries.Keep project data updated from engineering databases, subcontractors, and site sources.Issue periodic progress, productivity, and statistical reports from the systems.Verify data quality, consistency, and compliance with project standards, procedures, and requirements.Coordinate with technical departments to collect and align updated engineering information.Support site reporting by entering manhours, monitoring construction efficiency, and assisting Quality and Warehouse teams with accurate quality and material data.Ensure correct use of project and mechanical information systems, including spooling, welding, and material traceability tools.Drive continuous improvement and, when required, coordinate Integrated System Specialists across multiple systems. What are we looking for?Experience: A proven experience operating as an integrated system specialist.IT Skills: Proficient in Office 365What can we offer to you: Contract role outside IR35