Personnel Futures (40 active vacancies)

Job Title Vessels Design Engineer
Location Hampshire, Hampshire
Job Number 107549331
Posted 1283349289
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Our client requires a Design Engineer to work in a broad range of industries (Examples: Bio-Pharmaceutical, Water, Chemical, Micro-electronics, Nuclear and Food & Beverage)

The ideal candidate will design and validate products to customer requirements, relevant design standards/codes and Design and validate products to customer requirements, relevant design standards/codes and procedures from initial inquiry to contract completion. Design package includes Vessel Calculations, ASME U-stamped files, quality plans, weld maps, NDE maps and technical files for reference/archive.
Create appropriate Engineering Schedules and Bills of Materials and complete all databases to facilitate release of orders within agreed timescales. Monitor and report on deviations from customer and contract requirements. Provide technical support for other internal and external functions (Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Applications, Sales and customers). Provide engineering solutions to customer issues (CORs) and engineering change requests (ECRFs) within agreed timescales.

Pressure vessel design and manufacture inc. pressure vessel design codes and guides: ASME, PED, ATEX, ADMerkblatter, (Desirable) Europe Ltd Systems and Procedures, Degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline (desirable: Mechanical) (Desirable) Relevant Professional Qualification (Institute), Hold full clean UK driving licence, Willing to work occasional unsociable hours or overtime to meet business needs, Willing to travel abroad occassionally to meet business needs
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BB/DE/P/Hm
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Job Title Quality Engineers
Location Cardiff, South Glamorgan
Job Number 107555439
Posted 1283349253
Agency Personnel Futures
Description To support implementation of Quality Engineering Activities in product design, manufacture and vendor quality assurance in accordance with Company procedures and regulatory requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Support operations or as a new design project member, providing directed quality engineering and regulatory expertise in support of design projects. Ensuring solutions are compliant, in the most efficient manner with ISO 13485, FDA 21, CFR Part 820, MDD 93-42-EEC, and their associated applicable consensus standards (eg IEC60601 series, ISO 11607, ISO 10993 etc)
• Take role in ensuring approximate risk management tools such as risk analysis, pFMEA and dFMEA are performed adequately
• Review and approval of quality related documentation via ORACLE PLM or other systems including software, mechanical and electronic technology aspects
• Assist in the development of appropriate verification and validation strategies including test method validation for products, processes and components
• Generation of process validation plans, review and approval of validation documentation
• Where required liaison with vendors including auditing and co-ordination of component qualification activities
• Where required support of CSV activity
• Provide ah hoc Quality Engineering support in other areas such as; other projects, operations problem analysis, process analysis and process and vendor improvements

EDUCATION

• HND or equivalent calibre in engineering, science or technology discipline
• Preferably minimum of two years in a quality related field
• Preferably experience of a Medical Device environment or similar regulated industry
• Exposure to quick evolving environment with cross functional team working

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Basic understanding design and manufacturing processes
• Strong metrology skills and understanding of inspection techniques and schemes
• Awareness of FMEA or other risk analysis techniques
• Experience of use of ORACLE PLM, MS Ecxel, MS Word and Minitab or equivalent
• Ability to review technical documentation and drawings in a consistent, constructive and timely manner
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills
• Appreciation of requirements of working in a regulatory controlled environment
Job Type Contract
Contract Length Long Term
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BBD/QE/PG7/W
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Job Title Test Technician
Location Cardiff, South Glamorgan
Job Number 107556599
Posted 1283349234
Agency Personnel Futures
Description DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Repair of Medical Capital Electronic Goods (CEG) and accessories to sub assembly level.
• Repair of Medical Capital Electronic Goods (CEG) and accessories to component level under supervision from the Service Manager.
• Repair or diagnosis of sub assemblies to component level under the supervision of the Service Manager.
• Assist the Service Manager in the design, construction, procurement and validation of bespoke test equipment.
• Excellent soldering skills, surface mount, through hole.
• Excellent organisational/administrative skills with expected high levels of vigilance and accuracy.
• Mechanical assembly experience
• Measurement of electrical parameters using oscilloscope, meters etc.
• Familiar with the use of PC based packages, Word, Excel and Access.
• Meticulous with attention to detail.
• All other essential duties as directed.

EDUCATION

OND in Electronic Engineering or equivalent. Substantial experience within an electronic based company but ideally in a Medical Electronic Company.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Familiarity with ISO9000, ISO13485, FDA21CFR820.200
• Familiarity with IEC60601-1, IEC60601-2-2
• Experience of fabrication of bespoke test apparatus
• Experience of Electrosurgery in medicine

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervision of subordinate technicians, service operator personnel and contractors



Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BBD/ETT/G/Ws
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Job Title Electrical Designer
Location Leeds, West Yorkshire
Job Number 107509768
Posted 1283268604
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Our client a world leading engineering organisation are looking for an experienced electrical designer with cubicle Designer with experience on Cubicle/control panel layouts or switchboard layouts. You should be qualified to HNC/HND level and should have a background in the power or power related sector with an understanding of the relevant industry codes

You should also have knowledge and experience with GA`s for control protection cubicles and a knowledge of electrical wiring standards and principles, good AutoCAD knowledge is required
Job Type Contract
Contract Length Long Term
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name brian o'donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BDed/S/Lds
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Job Title Senior Software Engineer
Location Essex, Essex
Job Number 107513302
Posted 1283268604
Agency Personnel Futures
Description We are seeking a highly committed & enthusiastic individual to join a multi-disciplined Medical R&D team working on a range of medical products in the field of Endoscopy, currently focussing on simulation & training in the use of flexible medical endoscopes.
Duties include the analysis, programming, testing & debugging and deployment of the software for a medical training simulator, as well as configuration of the target platform. This will involve working closely with third party software developers, the hardware development team and manufacturing engineers.
The successful candidate must have a degree, or equivalent, in software engineering or a related discipline, and be fully conversant with Windows programming in C / C++. Experience of writing Windows driver level software, test level GUI based applications and a full understanding of PC configuration & control are essential. The role will also require a good understanding of real time physical modelling & simulation including multidimensional elasticity analysis, 3D rendering and GPU programming.

Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BB/SSE/K/Sd
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Job Title Regulatory Compliance Manager
Location essex, Essex
Job Number 107544422
Posted 1283268604
Agency Personnel Futures
Description We are seeking an experienced individual to provide leadership to the Regulatory Affairs team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring manufactured medical products & systems comply with worldwide medical device regulations.
Duties include:
• Liaising with external authorities and Group companies on relevant regulatory matters including product registration, reportable medical device incidents & field safety corrective actions.
• Establishing, maintaining and managing the complaints handling system.
• Supporting the Manufacturing Division on regulatory matters.
Applicants must hold a degree (or equivalent) in a science-related discipline, and have relevant experience in a medical device manufacturing environment. Good interpersonal & communication skills are essential for this role in addition to a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number B/K/QEM/ex
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Job Title Quality Engineer
Location Cardiff, South Glamorgan
Job Number 107545395
Posted 1283268604
Agency Personnel Futures
Description To support QEM & SQEs in Quality Engineering Activities in accordance with Company procedures and regulatory requirements. In particular supporting and improving process validation, component qualification and component inspection reduction activities.

• Act as New Product Introduction project member, providing directed quality engineering support as required of QEM and SQE, including ORACLE PLM review and approval actions
• Generation of process validation plans and review and approval of process validation protocols and reports (IQ, OQ, PPQs)
• Advise on content and co-ordinate part qualification activities
• Team member of pFMEA, critical feature and critical component identification activity
• Compilation and reporting Quality Measurement Indices as indicated by QEM
• Deputising and support of SQE when appropriate
• Provide Quality Engineering support for operations in areas such as problem analysis, process analysis and process improvements
• Review , approval and action related to non-conformance reports


EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
• HND or equivalent calibre in engineering, science or technology discipline
Experience of a Medical Device environment or equivalent
Exposure to quickly evolving environment with cross functional team working

LANGUAGE SKILLS (verbal, written, listening), SOFTWARE SKILLS, ANALYTICAL SKILLS, MATHEMATICAL SKILLS, PRESENTATION SKILLS, TEAM PLAYER, ETC.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings
• Strong metrology and measurement method skills
• Knowledge of MSA, process capability, SPC and pFMEA
• Process mapping/capability indices
• Good vendor liaison/communication skills
General principles of quality assurance knowledge
Job Type Contract
Contract Length Long Term
Salary/Rate £25 - £40/hour Negotiable
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810 250
Ref Number BB/QE/G/wls
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Job Title Process Development Engineer
Location Cardiff, South Glamorgan
Job Number 107554196
Posted 1283268604
Agency Personnel Futures
Description PURPOSE/SUMMARY (Brief overview of why job exists, general purpose for position)

Perform tasks necessary to engineer new processes for new product development, continuous improvement and support of ongoing production activities.

·To manage the interface between design and manufacturing on new product development.·To design, develop and maintain assembly processes, jigs and fixtures.·To support production in yield and productivity improvement activities.·To perform necessary GMP process validations and other quality system documentation requirements to support new product development.·To work within project time and cost targets agreed for new product development and in house assembly jigs and fixtures.·Maintain a record of all documentation, including drawings, sketches, calculations, records etc.·Promote a positive and progressive attitude in all work activities.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or similar. 5 years approx manufacturing experience in a related industry

LANGUAGE SKILLS (verbal, written, listening), SOFTWARE SKILLS, ANALYTICAL SKILLS, MATHEMATICAL SKILLS, PRESENTATION SKILLS, TEAM PLAYER, ETC.

·Good communication skills.

·Knowledgeable in basic statistics.

·Experience in the use of 3D CAD would be beneficial but not essential.

·Experience of using process control tools and improvement techniques.

Experience in generating Process FMEA’s, control plans, manufacturing plans and assembly aids.
Team player.
Job Type Contract
Contract Length Long Term
Salary/Rate £25 - £30/hour negotiable
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name brian o'donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BBD/PDE/G/W
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Job Title Process Development Professional
Location Cardiff, South Glamorgan
Job Number 107557749
Posted 1283268604
Agency Personnel Futures
Description A Process Development Professional, skilled in new process research and development, improvement techniques and process automation. The role intends to further develop our product manufacturing capabilities in support of new product development. This is achieved by researching applicable manufacturing technologies and developing them to a point where they can be incorporated into new production processes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and maintain a technology roadmap for enhancing existing processes and bringing new manufacturing techniques to a standard suitable for incorporating into new or existing devices. Identify areas for enhancing the capability of existing technologies for the benefit of new product development.

Work with the Design and Development group, Operations and Manufacturing Engineering to prioritise new production technologies based on risk, benefit and cost.

Using lean and six sigma techniques develop and implement an improvement plan into manufacturing to support health & safety, quality, cost or throughput enhancements. Liaise with the production manager on developing an improvement plan and prioritising the activities.

Develop and implement training plans for operations in the use of lean and six sigma techniques.

Perform device complaint investigation when assigned to process development, identify root cause, any necessary corrective and preventative measures and plan their introduction.

Provide technical support on new product development projects when necessary.

Operate at all times in a responsible manner in accordance with company ethics, quality, finance, IT and health and safety policy and procedures. Work in a courteous and respectful manner at all times with work colleagues and promote a positive atmosphere.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Degree qualified in an Engineering discipline preferably Mechanical or Manufacturing related.

Masters or other form of additional qualification in production, materials or mechanical engineering discipline.

Six sigma green belt or lean practitioner qualification

Considerable experience in a manufacturing environment ideally from within the medical device sector or other highly regulated industries

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Able to demonstrate problem solving skills,
Ability to generate project plans,
Experience in using CAD to develop drawings (desirable but not essential),
Good presentation skills, both written and verbal,
Understanding of commercial considerations when developing cost benefit scenarios.
Experience of jointing technologies

Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Salary/Rate £40000 - £45000/annum Negotiable
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BBD/PDP/G/W
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Job Title Process Design Engineer
Location cardiff, South Glamorgan
Job Number 107555066
Posted 1283268604
Agency Personnel Futures
Description To manage the interface between design and manufacturing on new product development.·To design, develop and maintain assembly processes, jigs and fixtures.·To support production in yield and productivity improvement activities.·To perform necessary GMP process validations and other quality system documentation requirements to support new product development.·To work within project time and cost targets agreed for new product development and in house assembly jigs and fixtures.·Maintain a record of all documentation, including drawings, sketches, calculations, records etc.·Promote a positive and progressive attitude in all work activities

Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or similar. 5 years approx manufacturing experience in a related industry

Experience in the use of 3D CAD would be beneficial but not essential.

·Experience of using process control tools and improvement techniques.

Experience in generating Process FMEA's, control plans, manufacturing plans and assembly aids.
Team player.



Job Type Contract
Contract Length Long Term
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name brian o'donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BBD/PDE/G/Wd
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Job Title Service Test Technician
Location Cardiff, South Glamorgan
Job Number 107555438
Posted 1283268604
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Assist the Service Manager in root cause analysis of product failures and general servicing activities.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Repair of Medical Capital Electronic Goods (CEG) and accessories to sub assembly level.
• Repair of Medical Capital Electronic Goods (CEG) and accessories to component level under supervision from the Service Manager.
• Repair or diagnosis of sub assemblies to component level under the supervision of the Service Manager.
• Assist the Service Manager in the design, construction, procurement and validation of bespoke test equipment.
• Excellent soldering skills, surface mount, through hole.
• Excellent organisational/administrative skills with expected high levels of vigilance and accuracy.
• Mechanical assembly experience
• Measurement of electrical parameters using oscilloscope, meters etc.
• Familiar with the use of PC based packages, Word, Excel and Access.
• Meticulous with attention to detail.
• All other essential duties as directed.

EDUCATION

OND in Electronic Engineering or equivalent. Substantial experience within an electronic based company but ideally in a Medical Electronic Company.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Familiarity with ISO9000, ISO13485, FDA21CFR820.200
• Familiarity with IEC60601-1, IEC60601-2-2
• Experience of fabrication of bespoke test apparatus
• Experience of Electrosurgery in medicine

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervision of subordinate technicians, service operator personnel and contractors



Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BDB/STT/G/Wls
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Job Title Mechanical Design Engineer
Location Heretfordshire, Hertfordshire
Job Number 107557009
Posted 1283268604
Agency Personnel Futures
Description The Role
• You will be required to undertake a concept and detail design role in the development of products and systems and technology development.
• Responsibility for part or all of the mechanical detailing on projects. Project durations may vary from a few weeks to a few years.

Essential requirements
• High level of proficiency in 3D CAD systems; preferably Pro-Engineer, SolidWorks or IDEAS.
• Substantial, demonstrable experience in system or product design; from concept, through to detail design, to scale up and volume manufacturing
• Ideally educated to degree level in product design, mechanical engineering or similar
• Sound mechanical knowledge and experience of assembly drawing issue and revision management.
• Intuitive understanding of risk assessment; an ability to spot problems in designs and/or specifications

Desired skills
• Understanding of plastic moulding part and tool design (particularly high volume)
• Sheet metal component and tooling design (one-off to progression tooling)
• Knowledge of other manufacturing methods (die cast, grinding, etc.)
• Design for machining for 1 off rigs, gauges and fixtures
• Knowledge of assembly processes and good DFMA skills
• Understanding of quality control requirements (including metrology)

Qualities
• An ability to communicate effectively and efficiently.
• Creative problem solver.
• Self motivated
• Practical skills in testing prototypes and identifying causes of poor design performance.
• An ability to rapidly scheme and evaluate concepts.
• A flexible and enthusiastic approach.
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BDB/MDE/T/Hed
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Job Title Mechanical Engineer
Location Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire
Job Number 107557816
Posted 1283268604
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Seeking a technically excellent, creative mechanical engineer with both an aptitude and interest in commercial technology and product development to join our team. The successful candidate will have top-level academic credentials and demonstrated drive and commitment.

Working with a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers who develop leading-edge technologies. The work includes development of micro-mechanical, piezoelectronic, fluidic and optical devices for markets ranging from healthcare to consumer products.

The Role

• Apply mechanical engineering skills to create innovative and effective solutions to real-world problems, working on and leading demanding technology and product development projects.
• Participate in client meetings, communication, and management.
• Actively seek involvement in the development of new business through creation of new ideas and identification of opportunities.

The Qualifications

• Exceptional mechanical engineer with an excellent academic record including a 1st or high 2.1 degree from leading university.
• Demonstrable analytical, practical and creative skills.
• Excellent knowledge of mechanical engineering and real-world experience in areas including fluidics, structures, design, dynamics, materials and thermodynamics.
• Experience of a commercial environment.
• Ability to excel in a fast paced, client facing role.


Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BBD/ME/T/Hrt/ME
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Job Title Sales Support - Ultrasonic / Ultrasound Products
Location Southend-on-Sea, Essex
Job Number 120198834
Posted 1283024609
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Sales Support - Ultrasound Products **** No previous sales support experience is required but relevant Ultrasound qualifications such as PGD or DMU is essential ****

This is a varied and rewarding role. Main responsibilities are to support clinical demonstrations in a given geographical region. Additionally, you will be required to support customers in all aspects of pre and post sales support. Within this role there will be an opportunity for some UK and overseas travel to attend exhibitions and training courses and therefore a degree of flexibility is required.
While previous experience in this role is not necessary, applicants must be incredibly enthusiastic, self motivated and have the relevant Ultrasound Qualifications (for example PGD or DMU). Further training can be provided, where necessary.

£very generous remuneration package including company car (or allowance), Private Healthcare, Life Insurance and an attractive Pension Scheme
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date
Contact Name Lorraine
Telephone Number 01252 810 250
Ref Number LODKESS280810
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Job Title Medical/Surgical Sales Specialist – Urology & Gynaecology
Location Rayleigh, East Sussex
Job Number 120198835
Posted 1283024585
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Medical/Surgical Sales Specialist – Urology & Gynaecology – required to be responsible for the marketing of the product portfolio throughout its lifecycle, arranging evaluations of new instruments, developing a selling and marketing strategy for the product range, fostering relationships with leading surgeons and being proactive in the training of customers and personnel. The successful candidate will also liaise with other Manufacturing and Research & Development centres, in addition to providing support to the sales force.

Applicants should possess medical sales experience in the relevant fields and/or experience of working within a product marketing environment. Travel throughout the UK, and internationally, is a requirement of this role.

£very competitive salary,company vehicle will be provided and therefore a full, clean driving licence is required.
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date
Contact Name Lorraine
Telephone Number 01252 810 250
Ref Number LODKESS280810
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Job Title Cooling Systems Engineer
Location Camberley, Surrey
Job Number 107558458
Posted 1283019607
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Cooling Systems Engineer required with a proven track record of identifying and delivering energy reduction / saving projects. The role will involve visiting clients’ sites and carrying out investigations to identify and deliver energy saving solutions. You will be able to quickly and efficiently analyse existing systems and evaluate the current operating conditions and identify where improvements can be made to deliver energy savings. You will have design and engineering experience of process and utility plant in at least one of the following:

• Boilers and Steam Plant
• Refrigeration & Cooling Systems
• Compressed Air Systems
• Water Treatment

The ideal candidate will also have experience in a number of manufacturing industries. Extensive experience in power generation is not particularly applicable to this role as our clients are typically in the UK and worldwide manufacturing sectors. You will also be responsible for organising and managing internal staff to provide an effective and efficient service and will be required to manage; monitor and control project expenditure and provide regular progress reports.

The following experience and qualifications are required:

• Appropriate engineering qualification – Degree or higher
• Ideally, a chartered engineer
• Excellent engineering skills including knowledge of steam, refrigerant and gas tables plus heat and mass balance calculations
• Identified and delivered a range of energy saving projects centred around industrial manufacturing in the UK
• A passion for energy reduction and environmental awareness

Salary £40-45K DOE
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Salary/Rate £40000 - £45000/annum
Start Date
Contact Name Lorraine
Telephone Number 01252 810 250
Ref Number LODPFCE270810
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Job Title Electrical CAD Technician
Location Leeds, West Yorkshire
Job Number 107558412
Posted 1282929327
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Our client is a worldwide leading engineering organisation and currently a leader in the UK’s power sector who are looking for Electrical CAD Technican, your experience could be from a number of sectors, e.g. power, rail, oil & gas and you will have Design Office experience of producing light current drawings and produce from schematic diagrams or site surveys the wiring diagrams, key diagrams, cable layout and schedules and assist with planning and monitoring of progress against budget on individual projects.

These positions are long term contract positions offer an excellent opportunity to develop, enhance and progress your skills and career in this exciting engineering sector

Job Type Contract
Contract Length Long Term
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252810250
Ref Number BBD/ECT/L/S
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Job Title Contract Compliance Manager
Location Crawley, West Sussex
Job Number 116126680
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Contract Compliance Manager required with strong commercial acumen, with a financial and legal emphasis. Financial Modelling, experience of disputes/dispute resolution and experience of contract terms and conditions and understanding of contractual issues from a legal perspective is required.

You will have a business with finance or legal degree. A Driving Licence essential

£Very competitive Salary, Car, Mobile and PDA, Laptop, Pension, Heath Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability/Incapacity Insurance, Dental Plan, Childcare Voucher Scheme, holidays from 23 days, rising to 30 days per annum.
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date
Contact Name Lorraine
Telephone Number 01252 810 250
Ref Number LODCCCCM060810
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Job Title Development / Systems Engineer
Location Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire
Job Number 107516524
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Development/System Engineer required to work as part of a project team, you will be responsible for the design, development, and test of current and future products. This is a hands-on position that will involve you in all aspects of design, assembly and testing of the digital printing systems. Your job will be to conceptualise, design, implement and validate subsystems and systems solutions to enable the company to produce and deliver quality products to the digital colour printing market.

You will need to have indepth experience working as a development engineer within a New Product Development and Introduction team and must have a 1st or 2.1 minimum, degree in Mechanical, Production, Electronic, Materials or equivalent engineering discipline. Expert knowledge in CAD tool, preferably with Solids Works

The successful candidate will need to have experience of planning, designing, prototyping, creating and performing test plans, analysing results, and implementing solutions for cutting edge products
Experience in producing robust designs for static and dynamic systems.
Experience designing and implementing cost-effective equipment modifications to help improve safety, reliability and performance
Experience in analysing customer requirements and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and effort needed to deliver a high quality product designs or applications embodying these requirements.
Experience working with other engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide required technical information to manufacture, operate and support the printing system.
Write performance requirements for product development or engineering projects. Able to identify, quantify and resolve subsystem and system issues working as a member of a team.
Demonstrated ability to verify subsystem or system performance through empirical testing as well analytical models.

Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BD/DSE/T/Hrt
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Job Title Electronics Engineer
Location Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire
Job Number 107525388
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Electronics Engineer required with a background in industrial printers. You will be a creative engineer to take a leading position in growing its industrial printer business. The role will involve the engineering and detailed design of datapaths and printhead drivers, for industrial and commercial applications.

We are looking for:
1st or 2.1 honours degree
A strong personality, ability to take responsibility for delivering projects.
Enthusiasm for dealing with clients.
System level electronic design
Complex FPGA development (VHDL / Altera preferred)
High speed digital board design
Getting boards manufactured and tested
Mixed-signal circuit design
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length Permanent
Start Date asap
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810 250
Ref Number BODTPHEE
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Job Title Senior Software Engineer
Location Essex, Essex
Job Number 107522754
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description vacancy has arisen within the Medical Research & Development Department for a Senior Software Engineer.

We are seeking a highly committed & enthusiastic individual to join a multi-disciplined Medical R&D team working on a range of medical products in the field of Endoscopy, currently focussing on simulation & training in the use of flexible medical endoscopes.

Duties include the analysis, programming, testing & debugging and deployment of the software for a medical training simulator, as well as configuration of the target platform. This will involve working closely with third party software developers, the hardware development team and manufacturing engineers.

The successful candidate must have a degree, or equivalent, in software engineering or a related discipline, and be fully conversant with Windows programming in C / C++. Experience of writing Windows driver level software, test level GUI based applications and a full understanding of PC configuration & control are essential. The role will also require a good understanding of real time physical modelling & simulation including multidimensional elasticity analysis, 3D rendering and GPU programming.
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BBSSE/K/E
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Job Title Mechanical Engineer
Location Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire
Job Number 107525384
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Mechanical Engineer required to join a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers. You will be technically excellent, creative mechanical engineer with both an aptitude and interest in commercial technology and product development. Apply mechanical engineering skills to create innovative and effective solutions to real-world problems, working on and leading demanding technology and product development projects.
Participate in client meetings, communication, and management. Take responsibility for best in class project delivery. Actively seek involvement in the development of new business through creation of new ideas and identification of opportunities. Work includes development of micro-mechanical, piezoelectronic, fluidic, optical devices.

The Qualifications:
§ Mechanical engineer with a 1st or 2.1 degree from a leading university.
§ Excellent knowledge of mechanical engineering and real-world experience in areas including fluidics, structures, design, dynamics, materials and thermodynamics.
§ Exceptional analytical, practical and creative skills.
§ The drive and ability to excel in a fast paced, client-facing role.
§ Project management and commercial experience an advantage.

Employment benefits Highly competitive salary and benefits Professional development into a variety of technical, business and leadership roles. Participation in a fast moving company with the opportunity to make a visible contribution to the success and growth
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length Permanent
Start Date asap
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810 250
Ref Number BD/ME/T/Hrt
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Job Title Mechanical Design Engineer
Location Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire
Job Number 107527197
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Design Engineer required to undertake a system and detail design role in the development of high reliability products and mechanisms in medical device and technology development. You will be required to use your creativity and enthusiasm to generate mechanical solutions. You will have responsibility for part or all of the mechanical detailing on projects. This work includes generating and developing ideas into product concepts, prototypes, detailed designs and production drawings. Project durations may vary from a few weeks to a few years.

Essential requirements
• A good degree in a mechanical engineering discipline, such as mechanical engineering, engineering design, engineering with industrial design or similar. A further qualification in engineering, industrial design, or user-centred design would be an advantage.
• High level of proficiency in 3D CAD systems; preferably Pro-Engineer, possibly SolidWorks
• Substantial, demonstrable experience in product design; from concept, through to detail design, to scale up and volume manufacturing
• Sound mechanical knowledge and experience of both mechanism layout, and part and assembly drawing issue and revision management.
• Track record of addressing issues, generating ideas and developing solutions
• Intuitive understanding of risk assessment; an ability to spot problems in designs and/or specifications

Essential Qualities
• An ability to communicate effectively and efficiently, when explaining your work and when understanding others’ explanations.
• Creative problem solver.
• Self motivated, able to multi-task, flexible and enthusiastic.
• Practical skills in testing prototypes and identifying causes of poor design performance.
• An ability to rapidly scheme and evaluate concepts.

Desired skills
• Understanding of plastic moulded part design (particularly high volume) and design-for-assembly
• Understanding of other manufacturing methods such as metal pressing, die casting, grinding, machining.
• Understanding of quality control requirements (including metrology)

The working environment
• Projects will sometimes involve an open, developing brief.
• Project teams must be responsive, changing direction to follow changing client priorities or for technical reasons.

Job Type Permanent
Contract Length Permanent
Start Date asap
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810 250
Ref Number BB/MDE/T/Hrt
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Job Title Hardware design Engineer
Location Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire
Job Number 107534074
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description • Hardware Design Engineer with a 1st or a 2.1 degree in Engineering

• In-depth experience in product development, preferably in communications systems

• Embedded hardware development of systems using a range of microcontrollers, including ARM based processors

• Switch mode power supply design for battery operated systems

• Experienced in low power design

• Analogue electronics design expertise

The Role

• A good working knowledge of radio design, from low frequencies up to 2.5GHz

• A team player who can quickly adapt to a diverse range of projects

• Effective design for cost critical high volume manufacture as well as specialist systems where cost is not critical

• Experience in taking products into full manufacture

• Systems level thinker who can create a detailed product specification from a basic market concept
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BB/HDE/T/Hrt
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Job Title Electrical Engineer
Location Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Job Number 107552216
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Process development engineer (Electrical and/or Electronic bias) required with extensive experience in programming intelligent drives, PLC’s and PC’s to carry out continuous improvement of the manufacturing production process, overseeing the productivities of the machine, control capital procurement projects and deal with daily issues as they arise.

Applicants should possess a good general standard of education in addition to a Degree, HND or HNC Electrical and/or Electronic qualification, though demonstrable ability is the actual requirement.
Travel, both in the UK and abroad, is a feature of this position. This will be in support of both capital investment projects, and high level technical support.

The role will involve providing in-depth technical support, including extensive program investigations and modifications. This will require extensive experience in programming intelligent drives, PLC’s and PC’s. Develop and undertake Production Engineering (SMED, 5s and similar) for all equipment and machines. Continue development of 5s within department.
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Salary/Rate £40000 - £45000/annum Negotiable
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian
Telephone Number 01252 810 250
Ref Number BOD/PE/JD/Cam
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Job Title Mechanical design engineer
Location Hampshire, Hampshire
Job Number 107549138
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description The Person

We are seeking a person who is technically motivated with a broad mechanical engineering knowledge. You will have experience in Manufacturing industry designing special purpose machines or capital equipment. You will be well organized and able to communicate effectively with customers, senior management, both internal and external.

Qualifications/Experience

Good Mechanical CAD skills – Use of AutoCad and SolidWorks is essential.
HND or Degree level in mechanical or related engineering subjects.
Manufacturing industry experience is essential.
A good level of practical ability is desirable.
Good general PC skills including all MS Office packages desirable.
A knowledge of physics and/or metallurgical properties would be useful.
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Salary/Rate £30000 - £40000/annum Negotiable
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number B/MDE/H/I/H
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Job Title Protection Engineers
Location West Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Job Number 107535892
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Our client are looking for an experienced Protection Engineer with a substation background and ideally experience of scheme protection design, setting and systems study these are long term contracts or permanent positions based either in West Yorkshire or Glasgow
Job Type Contract
Contract Length Long Term
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BB/PE/FG/Y
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Job Title Project Leader
Location Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire
Job Number 107543549
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Understand the needs of clients, and to enjoy the challenge of meeting these needs by providing excellent development services
Take the lead in demanding medical technology projects, with responsibility for a project team consisting of engineers, physicists, designers and technicians
Manage all aspects of a project including proposals, financial management, execution, resources, all client communications, review and on-going sales

You will have:
A first class or upper second class degree in engineering or physics
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Intrinsically high levels of motivation
A passion for challenging technology and/or product development activities
Gravitas derived from significant experience gained in a relevant medical sector
Familiarity with the regulatory context of medical device development
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BD/PL/T/Hrt
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Job Title Power Station Plant & Systems Engineer
Location London, South East
Job Number 107543547
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Power Station Plant & Systems Engineer

Our client an engineering consultancy are looking for engineers with experience in power station systems including the main electrical system, protection and auxiliary supply systems, with an electrical background you will ideally be degree qualified these are permanent positions
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BD/PSP?LP/L
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Job Title Substation Designer
Location London, South East
Job Number 107543544
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Substation Designer
Our client an engineering consultancy are looking for design engineers with experience in transmission or distribution substation design, with an electrical background you will ideally be degree qualified these are permanent positions
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BD/SD/LP/L
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Job Title Protection & Control Design Engineer
Location London, South East
Job Number 107543545
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Protection & control design

Our client an engineering consultancy are looking for design engineers with experience in transmission or distribution power system protection schemes with an electrical background you will ideally be degree qualified these are permanent positions
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BD/PCDE/LP/L
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Job Title HV Systems Cable Designer
Location London, South East
Job Number 107543546
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description HV Cable systems design

Our client an engineering consultancy are looking for design engineers with experience in transmission or cable systems, with an electrical background you will ideally be degree qualified these are permanent positions
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BD/HV/LP/L
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Job Title Railway Power Supply design Engineer
Location London, South East
Job Number 107543548
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Railway Power Supplier design Engineer

Our client an engineering consultancy are looking for design engineers with experience in design of traction substations for AC or DC railway systems, with an electrical background you will ideally be degree qualified these are permanent positions


Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BD/RPS/LP/L
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Job Title Mechanical Design Engineer
Location Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire
Job Number 107551514
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Requirements of the role

• A good degree in a mechanical engineering discipline, such as mechanical engineering, engineering design, engineering with industrial design or similar. A further qualification in engineering, industrial design, or user-centred design would be an advantage.
• High level of proficiency in 3D CAD systems; preferably Pro-Engineer, possibly SolidWorks
• Substantial, demonstrable experience in product design; from concept, through to detail design, to scale up and volume manufacturing
• Sound mechanical knowledge and experience of both mechanism layout, and part and assembly drawing issue and revision management.
• Track record of addressing issues, generating ideas and developing solutions
• Intuitive understanding of risk assessment; an ability to spot problems in designs and/or specifications

Qualities

• An ability to communicate effectively and efficiently, when explaining your work and when understanding others’ explanations.
• Creative problem solver.
• Self motivated, able to multi-task, flexible and enthusiastic.
• Practical skills in testing prototypes and identifying causes of poor design performance.
• An ability to rapidly scheme and evaluate concepts.

Skills

• Understanding of plastic moulded part design (particularly high volume) and design-for-assembly
• Understanding of other manufacturing methods such as metal pressing, die casting, grinding, machining.
• Understanding of quality control requirements (including metrology)
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BB/MDE/TT/Hrt
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Job Title Mechanical Design Engineer
Location Hampshire, Hampshire
Job Number 107547087
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description The Person

We are seeking a person who is technically motivated with a broad mechanical engineering knowledge. You will have experience in Manufacturing industry designing special purpose machines or capital equipment. You will be well organized and able to communicate effectively with customers, senior management, both internal and external.

Qualifications/Experience

Good Mechanical CAD skills – Use of AutoCad and SolidWorks is essential.
HND or Degree level in mechanical or related engineering subjects.
Manufacturing industry experience is essential.
A good level of practical ability is desirable.
Good general PC skills including all MS Office packages desirable.
A knowledge of physics and/or metallurgical properties would be useful.

Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BB/MDE/IH/H
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Job Title Materials Engineer
Location Basingstoke, Hampshire
Job Number 107516671
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description R&D Materials Engineer – New Product Development.

Good understanding of composites together with a working knowledge of plastics, polyurethanes and engineering thermo plastics. Working with a variety of materials within an R&D environment post graduation is essential.

The role will involve advising colleagues on material selection for different applications.
A degree qualification is essential, preferably in Materials Science, but alternatives will be considered.

Full job description is available upon application.

The salary range is £25 to £30k. The hours are 36.5 a week, but the post holder should be flexible. The standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:00pm, Monday to Thursday with a half hour lunch. 8:30am to 1:00pm on a Friday.
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Lorraine
Telephone Number 01252 810 250
Ref Number LODBBME0104
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Job Title Assistant to Chief Operating Officer
Location Crawley, West Sussex
Job Number 107552209
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Graduate Engineer with some experience such as primary plant, pipework etc required to work as an Assistant to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) in delivering excellence in plant performance and timely & accurate preparation of data and reporting. This is a new role to our client and so the right candidate will have a great opportunity to develop the role and make it their own. An appropriate engineering degree is essential as is a Driving Licence (this is a non negotiable requirement) along with a passion for business excellence, the ability to drive through self-managed projects and achieve deadlines, communication and influencing skills and numerate with strong pc skills – particularly excel and word (MS Access desirable).

As an Assistant to the CCO you will be required to support the COO at an operational and strategic level in order to deliver excellence in all operations functions. The role will involve making qualitative analysis of the reporting and performance of operations contracts, support Contract Managers in developing and meeting key performance indicators and contract compliance measures. Assisting in financial modeling, forecasting and reporting, undertaking specific continuous improvement initiatives and projects within the operations function and implementing business decisions and strategies at all levels within the operations function. Some UK travel and occasional overnight stays

£very competitive salary, company Car, Mobile Communications Device, holidays from 23 days to 30 days, Pension up to 7½%, Life Insurance, Dental Plan, Bonus Scheme, Childcare Vouchers
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date
Contact Name Lorraine
Telephone Number 01252 810 250
Ref Number LODCCAC
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Job Title Project Coordinator - Primary plant
Location Crawley, West Sussex
Job Number 107552213
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Project Coordinator required to primarily be responsible for detailed project planning, tracking and production & maintenance of department documentation and procedures. This is a technical rather than a purely project programming role and an engineering background and understanding is essential.

You will be a motivated and professional person with an Engineering degree or equivalent technical experience and with at experience in project planning or management of M+E systems, particularly primary plant and pipework.

Based in Crawley with travel to sites across the country, potentially staying away from home for a few days at a time. £Very Competive salary), holidays from 23 days rising to 30days, Pension, Life Insurance, Dental Plan, Discretionary Bonus Scheme, Recruitment Finders Fee, Access to Childcare Voucher Scheme
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date
Contact Name Lorraine
Telephone Number 01252 810 250
Ref Number LODCCPC
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Job Title Electronic Test Technician
Location Southend on Sea, Essex
Job Number 112142391
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Electronic Test Engineer required to provide technical support to in-house workshops, as well as resolving technical queries raised from other internal departments, customers, overseas agents and global Business Centres. In addition, the role will include providing technical assistance to customers through remote support via telephone or dial-in applications. This is an active role within the Service Division requiring both a hands-on approach as well as strong administrative skills.

Applicants will need to have a good understanding of fault finding and electronic repair methods. You will be customer facing both on the telephone and via e-mail.

Candidates with experience of Servers, SQL, networking systems and protocols would particulary suit this position

The successful candidate must hold an HNC (or equivalent), in electronics or electro-mechanical engineering. Applicants must have previous experience in a similar role and possess good interpersonal and communication skills.
Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date
Contact Name Lorraine
Telephone Number 01252 810 250
Ref Number LODOETE0608
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Job Title Mechanical Engineer
Location Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire
Job Number 107553535
Posted 1282920003
Agency Personnel Futures
Description Bright and ambitious mechanical engineers to create, analyse and develop new medical devices. The successful candidates will be expected to make a strong contribution to group core business in developing drug delivery devices, manufacturing systems and surgical technology.

The successful candidate will:

• Immediately engage in a technically and commercially stretching environment
• Contribute to and lead technically demanding medical device projects
• Communicate well with clients
• Effectively integrate with a talented multi-disciplinary team of like-minded people

You will have:

• A 1st or 2.1 class degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline
• A very strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals and an ability to apply this to solve technical problems
• A good mixture of analytical, experimental and creative capabilities
• Intrinsically high levels of motivation and stamina
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Strong interest / track record in medical device development

Employment benefits

• Highly competitive salary and benefits
• Professional development into a variety of technical, business and leadership roles
• Participation in a fast moving company with the opportunity to make a visible contribution to the success and growth of the Medical Devices Group

Job Type Permanent
Contract Length N/A
Start Date ASAP
Contact Name Brian O'Donovan
Telephone Number 01252 810250
Ref Number BBD/ME/T/Hrt
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