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At STR Group, we're looking for a Finance Administrator / Finance Assistant to join our Finance Team at our HQ in Portsmouth on a temporary basis.
This is a varied, hands-on role where you'll support the day-to-day running of the Finance department, including timesheet administration, invoicing, purchase ledger and expenses, along with customer reconciliations.
You'll be joining a supportive Finance Team and working closely with our Management Accountant, giving you exposure to different areas of finance while helping to keep our processes running smoothly.
What will you be doing?
As our Finance Administrator, you'll provide day-to-day administrative support across the Finance Team, ensuring financial information is processed accurately and key deadlines are met.
Some of your responsibilities will include:
Processing and issuing permanent placement invoices to clients
Supporting monthly reconciliations
Entering staff expenses and company credit card transactions
Maintaining accurate finance records and documentation
Processing and overseeing timesheet entry, which may be required to be manually entered by STR and monitoring those entered by the contractor.
Assisting the wider Finance Team with ad hoc tasks as required
What are we looking for?
We're looking for someone who is organised, accurate and confident working with numbers and financial information.
You'll be comfortable managing your own workload, working to deadlines and supporting a busy team.
You'll also bring:
Previous finance, accounts or similar administration experience
Good Microsoft Excel and Office skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good numeracy and data entry skills
Excellent organisation and time management
A positive and proactive approach
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
If you're an experienced administrator with a finance background looking for a temporary opportunity within a supportive and busy Finance Team, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today!
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £27000 per annum
Posted: 2026-09-29 16:32:37
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At STR Group, we're looking for a Contractor Payroll Administrator to join our Accounts Team at our HQ in Portsmouth.
This is a busy, hands-on role where you'll support the accurate and timely processing of contractor timesheets, payments and client invoices, while helping to ensure our contractors and clients receive an excellent level of service.
What will you be doing?
As our Contractor Payroll Administrator, you'll work closely with the Senior Contractor Payroll Administrator to ensure our contractors are paid accurately and on time and our clients are invoiced correctly.
Some of your responsibilities will include:
Processing and monitoring contractor timesheets
Supporting accurate and timely contractor payroll
Preparing and issuing client invoices
Setting up new starters and maintaining contractor records
Creating worker, placement, supplier and client records on InTime
Responding to and resolving payroll, timesheet and invoicing queries
Providing excellent service to contractors, clients and internal teams
Supporting the wider Accounts Team with ad hoc administration
What are we looking for?
We're looking for someone who is organised, accurate and comfortable working to deadlines.
You'll enjoy working with numbers and data while also being confident communicating with a range of people.
You'll also bring:
Previous administration or data entry experience
Strong attention to detail and numeracy skills
Good Microsoft Office skills
Strong communication and customer service skills
Excellent organisation and time management
A proactive approach to problem solving
The ability to prioritise a busy workload
What are we offering you?
Flexible and hybrid working
A 3pm finish every Friday
Modern, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas
Daily breakfast provided
An active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion board
Annual Awards, Summer Party and Christmas Party
Long-service anniversary rewards, including additional holiday, bonuses, vouchers, champagne and gifts, depending on length of service
23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by one day for each completed year of service and capped at 28 days
The option to purchase up to five additional days of annual leave
Healthcare cash plan and optional private healthcare from day one
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Your birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free on-site parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Electric vehicle salary-sacrifice scheme through Octopus Electric Vehicles
Tech salary-sacrifice scheme through Currys
Employee Referral Programme
STR commit to offer disabled people an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for the job vacancy.
If you're an organised and detail-focused administrator looking to develop your career and join a supportive and growing business, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today!
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: £27000 - £28000 per annum
Posted: 2026-09-29 16:27:02
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Year 1 OTE £35,000
Year 2 OTE £50,000 - £70,000
Year 3 OTE £80,000 - £100,000+
Are you a recent graduate or thriving in a sales role with a natural drive for success? At STR Group, recruitment is more than filling roles; it's about delivering consultancy services, creating business solutions, and making a tangible impact for clients.
This opportunity is within STR Group, working as part of Navis, our specialist maritime recruitment brand.
This particular desk focuses on technical outfitting, working with clients internationally across complex maritime and marine engineering projects.
You'll operate in a global market, building specialist knowledge and long-term relationships with clients and candidates across multiple regions.
On your very first day, you'll join our award-winning Training Academy, gaining the skills and knowledge to advise clients, build relationships, and develop a career where your impact is measurable.
From placing specialist contractors on major international projects to securing permanent leaders who drive business growth, this is recruitment on a global scale.
You'll work with professionals and clients across multiple time zones, build long-term partnerships, and become a trusted advisor on complex, high-value work.
At STR, that's the level you'll be building towards from day one.
Working at STR
STR Group is a multi-award-winning international recruitment company, operating across life sciences, leading-edge capex projects, automation, maritime and engineering & manufacturing.
We are proud to be an approved Corporate Member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC).
This certification reflects our commitment to ethical, professional and transparent recruitment practices, giving candidates and clients confidence in our approach.
What will you be doing?
Sourcing potential clients and growing your business through solution-focused outbound sales
Networking on different platforms to build high-quality candidate pools
Building and developing strong client and candidate relationships
Advertising, marketing and presenting vacancies with a focus on client outcomes
Negotiating Terms of Business with corporate clients
Managing personalised KPIs and financial targets
Taking full control over your career progression and earning potential
What are we offering you?
Structured, clear, performance-based career progression opportunities with the ability to fast-track promotions
Up to 30% commission scheme
Award-winning, ongoing learning and development delivered by dedicated inhouse expert
Flexible and hybrid working available upon completion of the Training Academy and subject to maintaining performance targets
Early finish Fridays at 3pm every week
Modern, slick, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas and dedicated kitchen (including pool & football tables)
Breakfast club - enjoy cereal, breakfast bars and fresh fruit every day
Employee of the Month & Quarter awards
Quarterly Directors' Lunches at 5
* restaurants
EDI (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion) board
Training Academy graduation celebratory lunch
Top Billers have the chance to go on all-paid holidays to Las Vegas, Ibiza, Iceland, New York or Dubai every year!
Annual Awards, Summer & Christmas parties, celebrating with the whole company
Special work anniversaries, including chocolate or sweets bouquet, voucher, champagne, bonus and additional holiday, depending on length of service!
23 days' holiday plus bank holidays (rising by 1 day each year of service, capped at 28 days)
Option to purchase up to 5 days' extra holiday
Health care cash plan and optional private health care from day 1!
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
Birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free onsite parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Employee Referral Programme
STR commits to offering those with disabilities an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for the job vacancy.
If this sounds like you, and you want access to STR's award-winning inhouse training, then apply today.
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: £25000 - £30000 per annum
Posted: 2026-09-29 12:08:08
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Working closely with our Senior Specialists, the Legal & Compliance Team and colleagues across the wider business, you will help ensure that STR operates in line with its internal processes, client requirements and all relevant statutory and regulatory obligations.
Working at STR
STR Group is a multi-award-winning international recruitment company, operating across life sciences, leading-edge capex projects, automation, maritime and engineering & manufacturing.
We are proud to be an approved Corporate Member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC).
This certification reflects our commitment to ethical, professional and transparent recruitment practices, giving candidates and clients confidence in our approach.
As a Compliance & Onboarding Specialist at STR, your role will include:
Ensuring candidates and contractors in the UK and internationally are compliantly onboarded, with the correct contracts and documentation in place.
Conducting right-to-work and identity checks and obtaining required qualifications, accreditations, references and role-specific documents.
Monitoring contractor documentation throughout assignments and ensuring renewals are completed promptly.
Conducting due diligence and onboarding suppliers, umbrella companies and international payroll providers.
Ensuring limited company contractors have the required company information, insurance and IR35 Status Determination Statement or in-country equivalent.
Managing international background checks, drug screening and DBS applications through STR's third-party providers.
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client, candidate, contractor and compliance records across STR's CRM and shared systems.
Preparing documentation for internal, client and accreditation audits and conducting regular compliance checks on placements.
Supporting clients, consultants, candidates and contractors with legal, compliance and onboarding enquiries.
What we are looking for?
Whilst we offer training and ongoing support within a close knit and collaborative team, we are ideally looking for someone with:
Experience within recruitment, compliance, onboarding, administration or a similar environment.
Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to documentation and record-keeping.
Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Confidence working with candidates, contractors, clients and internal stakeholders.
A proactive, responsible and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
What are we offering you?
Modern, slick, state of the art offices with breakout areas and dedicated kitchen (including Pool & Football tables).
Early finish Fridays at 3pm every week
Breakfast club - enjoy cereal, breakfast bars, and fresh fruit available every day
Employee of the Quarter
Quarterly Directors Lunches at 5
* restaurants
Annual awards, Summer & Christmas parties celebrating with the whole company
Special work anniversaries, including chocolate or sweet bouquet, voucher, champagne, bonus & additional holiday depending on length of service!
23 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising by one day each year of service capped at 28 days)
You can purchase up to 5 days extra holiday
Health care cash plan and optional private health care from Day 1!
Company Pension scheme
Enhanced Maternity/paternity leave
Birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free onsite parking
Cycle to work scheme
Employee Referral Programme
STR commit to offer disabled people an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for the job vacancy.
If this sounds like you, then get in touch and apply today!
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: £26000 - £28000 per annum
Posted: 2026-09-29 11:22:29
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We have a unique opportunity for a pro-active, game changing Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Talent Acquisition team here in Portsmouth.
You will help us to build a strong employer brand in the recruitment market, ensuring we acquire the best talent for STR's current needs and future growth ambitions, enabling us to position ourselves as an employer of choice.
Working at STR
STR Group is a multi-award-winning international recruitment company, operating across life sciences, leading-edge capex projects, automation, maritime and engineering & manufacturing.
We are proud to be an approved Corporate Member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC).
This certification reflects our commitment to ethical, professional and transparent recruitment practices, giving candidates and clients confidence in our approach.
What you'll be doing
As our Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will be sourcing the best talent to bring into our business, ensuring we bring in people with the right skills and motivations.
As our Talent Acquisition Specialist some of your responsibilities will include:
Working closely with HR and business leaders to understand future growth plans and hiring requirements across the organisation.
Working with hiring managers to gain a deep understanding of role requirements, team dynamics, and long-term talent needs.
Managing the end-to-end recruitment process, including candidate screening, competency-based interviewing ensuring the selection of candidates who align with both role requirements and company values.
Proactively identifying opportunities to improve talent attraction, exploring new channels, employer branding initiatives and innovative recruitment approaches to strengthen candidate engagement.
Building and maintaining talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs, ensuring a consistent flow of qualified candidates across the business.
Using recruitment technology, job boards, social media and market insights to maximise candidate reach and support successful hiring outcomes.
What are we offering you?
A varied and challenging role where you can make a real difference and commitment to provide you with a personal development plan and clear career path including any required training.
Flexible and hybrid working available
Early finish Fridays at 3pm every week
Modern, slick, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas and dedicated kitchen (including pool & football tables)
Breakfast club - enjoy cereal, breakfast bars and fresh fruit every day
Quarterly Directors' Lunches at 5
* restaurants
EDI (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion) board
Annual Awards, Summer & Christmas parties, celebrating with the whole company
Special work anniversaries, including chocolate or sweets bouquet, voucher, champagne, bonus and additional holiday, depending on length of service!
23 days' holiday plus bank holidays (rising by 1 day each year of service, capped at 28 days)
Option to purchase up to 5 days' extra holiday
Health care cash plan and optional private health care from day 1!
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
Birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free onsite parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Employee Referral Programme
STR commits to offering those with disabilities an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for the job vacancy.
If this sounds like you, and you want access to STR's award-winning inhouse training, then apply today.
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: £25000 - £28000 per annum
Posted: 2026-09-29 11:08:32
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Chief Operating Officer - Aviation
Location: Hayes, West London Salary: £120k - £150k + up to 25% bonus
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Chief Operating Officer to join an established and highly regulated aviation and MRO organisation based in West London.
This is a key senior leadership position, reporting directly into the CEO/MD and working closely with the wider executive team.
The successful candidate will have overall responsibility for the operational organisation, leading Operations, Engineering and associated functions, while driving performance, operational excellence, safety, quality and long term business growth.
This is an ideal opportunity for a senior operations leader with a strong background in aviation, aircraft/component maintenance, MRO, aerospace or another highly regulated and safety critical environment.
The Role
As Chief Operating Officer, you will translate the organisation's strategic objectives into clear operational plans, ensuring the business consistently delivers against its key measures of safety, quality, delivery, turnaround time, efficiency and cost.
You will lead a sizeable operational function and play a key role in shaping the future direction of the organisation, with responsibility for driving continuous improvement, optimising capacity and resources, and developing a high performing leadership structure.
Key responsibilities will include:
Providing strategic and operational leadership across Operations, Engineering, Facilities, Stores and associated functions.
Working closely with the CEO and CFO to develop and deliver the company's strategic objectives and business plan.
Establishing clear operational objectives, priorities and performance targets.
Taking accountability for key operational KPIs including Turnaround Time, On-Time Delivery, efficiency and utilisation.
Driving improvements to production and engineering processes, reducing flow times and eliminating operational waste.
Developing robust production, capacity and resource planning processes.
Optimising labour, facilities, equipment and other operational resources to meet customer demand.
Leading operational budgets, cost control and productivity improvement initiatives.
Supporting capital investment, equipment and facilities business cases.
Ensuring operations remain fully compliant with applicable aviation regulations and EASA Part-145 requirements.
Maintaining a strong culture of safety, quality and airworthiness across the organisation.
Providing visible leadership across Health, Safety & Environmental activities.
Supporting organisational change, business improvement and the introduction of new capabilities and product lines.
Developing a high-performing management team, including succession planning and talent development.
Working closely with customers, regulators and senior stakeholders.
Providing data-driven operational insight to support strategic and commercial decision-making.
About You
We are looking for an established senior operations leader who can demonstrate:
Senior management experience, ideally within aviation, aerospace, MRO, aircraft/component maintenance or a similarly highly regulated manufacturing environment.
Proven experience leading large scale Operations and Engineering functions within a complex, safety critical environment.
Strong practical understanding of aircraft and/or component maintenance, ideally within an EASA Part-145 environment.
Strong knowledge of production planning, capacity management, resource optimisation and operational performance.
Experience implementing and managing KPIs, visual management and performance management systems.
Commercial and financial acumen, including experience managing operational budgets and working alongside Finance/CFO functions.
A demonstrable track record of leading change, organisational development and continuous improvement programmes.
Strong understanding of Quality, H&S, Environmental and regulatory requirements.
Experience operating within a COMAH or similarly safety critical environment would be advantageous.
Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience working with senior executives, customers and regulators.
A degree in Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management or a related discipline.
You will be a visible, accountable and collaborative leader, comfortable operating in a complex and fast-paced environment.
The ability to balance strategic thinking with hands on operational leadership will be essential.
What's on Offer?
Salary up to £150,000, dependent on experience
Discretionary bonus scheme of up to 25% of annual salary
29 days' holiday + bank holidays
Employer pension contribution starting from 9%
Private healthcare
Life assurance
Industry flight/travel benefits
Employee Assistance Programme
Reduced gym membership
Retail and hotel discounts
Company events and sporting groups
Free on-site parking
Opportunities for hybrid working where applicable
Enhanced maternity and paternity provisions
Location & Working Environment
This is a primarily site based senior leadership position in Hayes, West London, reflecting the operational nature of the role.
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Type: Permanent Location: Hayes, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £120000 - £150000 per annum
Posted: 2026-09-28 11:49:51
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Strategic Buyer
West London | c.
£50,000 + Up to 15% Bonus | Hybrid Working
Are you an experienced procurement professional with a strong background in strategic purchasing, contract management and supplier negotiations?
We're recruiting a Strategic Buyer for an established organisation in West London.
This is a great opportunity to take ownership of a supplier portfolio of around 160 suppliers, review existing contracts and identify opportunities to improve commercial terms, supplier performance and the wider purchasing function.
The Role
You'll be responsible for:
Developing and implementing strategic sourcing strategies across services and materials.
Reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts, including challenging and improving legacy agreements.
Managing supplier relationships, performance and resolving supplier issues.
Reviewing supplier and contract portfolios to identify cost savings, commercial improvements and supply chain opportunities.
Leading RFQs, supplier selection and contract negotiations.
Working closely with Legal, Finance, Engineering, Operations and other internal stakeholders.
Identifying and managing commercial, contractual and supplier risks.
Using data, Excel, digital tools and AI to support procurement decisions and improve processes.
Maintaining accurate procurement and contract records.
About You
We're looking for a confident, self-motivated and self-reliant procurement professional with:
Strong experience in strategic purchasing, contract management and supplier negotiations.
Proven ability to review, negotiate and improve commercial agreements.
Strong supplier management and problem-solving skills.
Excellent commercial, analytical and negotiation ability.
Experience across both services and materials procurement.
Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
ERP experience; SAP would be advantageous.
A degree/professional qualification in procurement, supply chain, business, law or a related field, or equivalent experience.
CIPS qualification/progress towards CIPS is desirable.
Aviation or aerospace procurement experience would be highly desirable.
What's on Offer?
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£50,000 salary
Up to 15% bonus
Hybrid working
Excellent benefits package
Discounted flight benefits
Opportunity to make a tangible impact on an established purchasing function
Supplier visits and occasional business travel
Please note: The role will be primarily onsite during the first six months, with hybrid working thereafter.
If you're a commercially minded Strategic Buyer looking for a role where you can challenge, negotiate and make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to find out more. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Hayes, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £48000 - £50000 per annum
Posted: 2026-09-21 10:39:09
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We're looking for an experienced CNC Turner to join a leading aerospace MRO business.
You'll be manufacturing and repairing precision aircraft components using CNC lathes with Fanuc controls, working to tight tolerances and high-quality standards.
Working Hours: 14:00 - 22:00
Key Responsibilities
Set up, operate and program 2 and 3-axis CNC lathes with Fanuc controls.
Machine and repair precision aircraft components.
Read and work from engineering drawings.
Inspect components using imperial measuring equipment.
Complete production and quality paperwork.
Follow all health, safety and quality procedures.
What We're Looking For
Experience operating and programming CNC lathes with Fanuc controls.
Able to read engineering drawings and use precision measuring equipment.
Aerospace or MRO experience is beneficial but not essential.
Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Reliable, organised and able to work well as part of a team.
Benefits
Flight discounts and reduced travel rates.
Buy and sell annual leave.
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
Annual wellbeing day.
Discounts on retail, hotels and leisure.
Employer pension contributions.
Discounted gym memberships.
Company events and sports clubs.
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Type: Permanent Location: Hayes, England
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £46000 per annum
Posted: 2026-09-21 09:55:17
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At STR Group, we're looking for a Senior Credit Controller to join our Finance Team in our HQ in Portsmouth.
This is a hands-on role where you'll take responsibility for effective debt management and cash collection while playing a key role in improving credit control processes and supporting the wider team.
You'll be joining a collaborative Finance Team where your ideas are welcomed, your development is supported and you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact.
What will you be doing?
As our Senior Credit Controller, you'll take ownership of customer accounts across the STR Group, ensuring payments are collected on time, accounts are accurate and credit risk is effectively managed.
Alongside the day-to-day credit control activity, you'll manage key client accounts, provide aged debt reporting and financial analysis, oversee credit checks and limits, and take the lead on our credit insurance renewals.
You'll also provide guidance and day-to-day support to another Credit Controller, helping to establish consistent processes and best practice across the team.
As our Senior Credit Controller some of your responsibilities will include:
Proactively managing and chasing overdue invoices by telephone and email
Managing key client accounts and building strong relationships to support timely payment and resolve queries
Accurately allocating cash, credits and invoices to customer accounts
Investigating and resolving payment and account queries
Carrying out regular ledger cleansing to maintain accurate financial data
Conducting credit checks across all STR Group brands and reviewing customer credit limits
Managing severely delinquent accounts and escalating for legal or debt collection action where appropriate
Producing aged debt reports and providing clear account updates for senior Finance review
Delivering accurate financial analysis to support decision-making and credit risk management
Leading credit insurance renewals and liaising with credit insurance providers
Working collaboratively across Finance and the wider business to improve processes and efficiencies
Providing guidance and support to the other Credit Controller and promoting consistent best practice across the team
What are we looking for?
We're looking for someone who is proactive, commercially aware and comfortable taking ownership.
You'll need the confidence to have difficult conversations when required, while maintaining positive and professional relationships with clients.
You'll also bring:
Strong credit control and debt collection experience
Experience managing customer accounts, reconciliations and payment queries
A good understanding of credit risk, credit checks and credit limit
Strong Excel and wider MS Office skills
Excellent attention to detail and confidence working with financial data
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organisation and time management
A collaborative approach and willingness to support others
The confidence to identify opportunities for process improvement
What are we offering you?
Flexible and hybrid working
A 3pm finish every Friday
Modern, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas
Daily breakfast provided
An active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion board
Annual Awards, Summer Party and Christmas Party
Long-service anniversary rewards, including additional holiday, bonuses, vouchers, champagne and gifts, depending on length of service
23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by one day for each completed year of service and capped at 28 days
The option to purchase up to five additional days of annual leave
Healthcare cash plan and optional private healthcare from day one
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Your birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free on-site parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Electric vehicle salary-sacrifice scheme through Octopus Electric Vehicles
Tech salary-sacrifice scheme through Currys
Employee Referral Programme
STR commit to offer disabled people an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for the job vacancy.
If you're an experienced Credit Controller looking for greater responsibility and the opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and growing business, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today!
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £33000 per annum
Posted: 2026-09-16 15:56:49
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Electronics Software Team LeaderGreenwich | £70,000-£80,000 + bonus & benefits | Permanent
Are you an experienced Embedded Software Engineer ready to take the next step into technical leadership?
We're looking for an Electronics Software Team Leader to lead a small team of 3-4 software engineers, whilst remaining 60% hands-on with software development and technical delivery.
You'll work on complex, high-reliability electronic systems where software performance and reliability are critical.
The role:
, Lead, mentor and develop a team of 3-4 engineers, Remain hands-on with C/C++ development, Develop real-time software using Linux and/or VxWorks, Contribute to software architecture and technical decisions, Take ownership from requirements through to testing, validation and release, Troubleshoot complex software, hardware and integration issues, Work with protocols including SPI, CAN, USB, Ethernet and serial communications, Support production, commissioning and product support, Drive improvements to engineering tools, processes and practices
We're looking for:
, Strong commercial experience in embedded/real-time software, Excellent C/C++ skills, Experience with Linux, VxWorks or another RTOS, Experience developing high-reliability or mission-critical systems, Strong understanding of software architecture, Full software lifecycle experience, Experience leading, mentoring or managing software engineers, Good understanding of version control, ideally Git/Bitbucket, Degree or equivalent experience in Software, Electronics or a related discipline
Experience with DSP, FPGA/VHDL, cybersecurity, Agile/Scrum or embedded GUIs would be advantageous.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced embedded software engineer who wants to lead a team without stepping away from the engineering.
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Type: Permanent Location: Greenwich, England
Salary / Rate: £70000 - £75000 per annum + + Car Allow. + Bonus + Ex. Bens.
Posted: 2026-09-14 18:39:38
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To help you transition into the role, new starters will receive a commission accelerator of up to £1,500 paid over the first 6 months to provide additional support while developing their pipeline and market knowledge.
Year 1 OTE £30,000
Year 2 OTE £50,000 - £70,000
Year 3 OTE £80,000 - £100,000
Are you already working in recruitment or sales and ready to step into a role where your effort directly drives your earnings? Do you want exposure to international markets, structured development, and a clear route to progression within a high-performing recruitment business?
At STR, recruitment goes beyond filling vacancies.
We operate as true market specialists and strategic partners, delivering consultancy-led solutions that shape businesses and careers globally.
You'll join a high-performing environment where your expertise is recognised, your market knowledge is valued, and your billings potential is uncapped.
Working at STR
This Recruitment Consultant position sits within Blackedge, one of STR Group's specialist brands, focusing on the international data centre market a fast-growing, highly technical sector with global reach and long-term demand.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone already working in recruitment who wants to branch into a new market or a sales professional looking to move into recruitment and build a specialist desk You'll work with international clients and candidates, develop long-term relationships, and grow your desk with the support of STR's award-winning training and leadership teams.
STR Group is a multi-award-winning international recruitment company, operating across life sciences, leading-edge capex projects, automation, maritime and engineering & manufacturing.
We are proud to be an approved Corporate Member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC).
This certification reflects our commitment to ethical, professional and transparent recruitment practices, giving candidates and clients confidence in our approach.
What will you be doing?
You will learn to source potential clients and grow your business via outbound sales
You will network on platforms such as LinkedIn to build a pool of candidates
You will work on building and developing excellent client and candidate relationships
You will be writing, advertising, and marketing vacancies via a variety of channels
You will learn how to negotiate Terms of Business with cooperate clients
You will focus on your own personalised KPIs and financial targets
You will have full control over your earning potential and career progression
What are we offering you?
Structured, clear, performance-based career progression opportunities with the ability to fast-track promotions
Up to 30% commission scheme
Award-winning, ongoing learning and development delivered by dedicated inhouse expert
Flexible and hybrid working available upon completion of the Training Academy and subject to maintaining performance targets
Early finish Fridays at 3pm every week
Modern, slick, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas and dedicated kitchen (including pool & football tables)
Breakfast club - enjoy cereal, breakfast bars and fresh fruit every day
Employee of the Month & Quarter awards
Quarterly Directors' Lunches at 5
* restaurants
EDI (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion) board
Training Academy graduation celebratory lunch
Top Billers have the chance to go on all-paid holidays to Las Vegas, Ibiza, Iceland, New York or Dubai every year!
Annual Awards, Summer & Christmas parties, celebrating with the whole company
Special work anniversaries, including chocolate or sweets bouquet, voucher, champagne, bonus and additional holiday, depending on length of service!
23 days' holiday plus bank holidays (rising by 1 day each year of service, capped at 28 days)
Option to purchase up to 5 days' extra holiday
Health care cash plan and optional private health care from day 1!
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
Birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free onsite parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Employee Referral Programme
STR commits to offering those with disabilities an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for the job vacancy.
If this sounds like you and you want to find out more, then apply today.
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: £25000 - £26500 per annum
Posted: 2026-09-11 14:15:24
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A client of mine who is a Large Housing Association is looking for a Commercial Specialist to focus on CAPEX related queries on a FTC until April 2028.
The successful applicant will act as Property Services subject matter expert for CAPEX, providing commercial insight, analytical support and assurance to ensure capital investment is well-planned, accurately recorded and aligned with regulatory, financial and operational requirements.
Responsibilities:
Acting as point of contact for all CAPEX-related queries
Support monthly analysis of CAPEX performance, including job costing, average unit costs, value for money and variance analysis.
Assist in the annual budget and quarterly forecasting process for capital workstreams, collaborating with operational leads.
Providing detailed commercial insight at month-end, ensuring movements against budget and forecast are understood and addressed.
Conducting benchmarking against other housing associations and external sectors to inform strategic decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
To be successful in this role you'll need:
Understanding of accounting standards for capitalisation of development costs (FRS 102 Section 17).
Strong excel skills - good understanding and management of risk, financial planning, modelling.
Ability to analyse and combine business information, both financial and non-financial, and formulate metrics that drive improvements.
Strategic thinker, commercial acumen, and values driven.
Experience of the Social Housing Sector, desirable.
knowledge of process and performance improvement
Experience in repairs and finance systems such as Uniclass/URM or Workday.
Benefits
25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package
3 additional wellbeing days and 2 paid volunteering days
Generous matched pension scheme up to 12% and Life cover at 4x salary
Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption pay
Options for private medical insurance, dental insurance and critical illness cover
Wellbeing discounts, including Gym Memberships and access to a 24/7 virtual GP service
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Type: Permanent Location: Basingstoke, England
Salary / Rate: £38000 - £47000 per annum
Posted: 2026-09-04 09:00:40
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I am currently recruiting for an experienced/qualified Plasterer Multi to join their Property Team in our Newbury & Reading region.
As you'll spend a fair amount of time on the road you will be provided with a business use van and fuel card so you'll not be out of pocket.
What you'll do:
As a Plasterer you will carry out all forms of plastering repairs in our properties as part of our Responsive Repairs Team and elsewhere depending on demands.
Applying and finishing acoustic, insulating and fireproofing materials bonded with plaster, plastic cement and similar materials.
Preparing corner beads, and securing them in position.
Fixing pre-cast cornices, panel mouldings, coving, ceiling centres and other plaster fittings and determining plasterboard layout, and installing insulation and vapour barriers.
Plumbing and straightening corners, angles, wall and ceiling surfaces as well as creating decorative textures in finishing coats.
Measuring, marking and cutting plasterboard, lifting and positioning panels, and securing them to walls, ceilings and battens.
Covering joins and nail holes with wet plaster and sealing compounds, smoothing them using wet brushes and sand paper.
Mixing and applying coats of plaster, cement and render to structures using trowels, and levelling and smoothing coats to uniform thickness.
What you'll need:
You should have experience within a similar role, ideally from within a Residential/Housing sector and must be qualified to a minimum of NVQ level 2 OR have a minimum of 5 years proven track record working as a plasterer.
Have a strong health and safety mindset with knowledge of health & safety best practices.
Enjoy working as part of a team
This is a full time role, working 40 Hours per week.
Due to the requirement to travel, you must hold a full and current driving licence with a minimum of 1 years experience and have the ability to drive and take home a company van.
This role is subject to a satisfactory licence check and essential qualifications.
Benefits
Tool Allowance
Uniform & PPE
25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package
3 additional wellbeing days and 2 paid volunteering days
Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption pay
Generous matched pension scheme up to 12% and Life cover at 4x salary
A van and fuel card for business travel
iPhone and iPad
SmartTech - Buy an electrical item and pay it off through your salary over 12 months
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Type: Permanent Location: Newbury, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £36000 per annum + Van, Fuel Card, Pension
Posted: 2026-09-03 12:17:39
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We are looking for a Packer / Material Handler to join a busy manufacturing environment.
You will be responsible for handling materials, preparing customer orders and ensuring products are packed and ready for shipment.
Working Monday to Thursday, 6:30am - 4:00pm
Key Responsibilities
Locate and pick materials and supplies from production orders
Load and unload pallets and individual cartons from vehicles
Pack and label finished stock and customer orders ready for dispatch
Follow company procedures relating to packing, material handling, quality and safety
Work as part of a team or independently to meet daily targets
Move between different workstations as required
Keep the working area clean, tidy and safe
Carry out other duties as required
Requirements
Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
Good organisational skills and attention to detail
Ability to read and follow information accurately
Good time management and ability to meet deadlines
Ability to manage multiple tasks
Basic computer skills
Knowledge of stock or inventory control is advantageous
Physically able to lift and move heavy materials
Forklift experience would be beneficial, but full training can be provided
Additional Information
Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK and be able to provide proof of their right to work.
Employment will be subject to a satisfactory CRB or Police Check. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: £24000 - £25500 per annum
Posted: 2026-09-03 08:56:49
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Are you already building your career in a sales driven environment, or looking to break into a high-performance, target focused role? Do you thrive on competition and feel motivated by the opportunity to earn and progress quickly?
This opportunity is with Blackfield Associates, STR Group's specialist Life Sciences team.
You'll focus on the European market, connecting highly skilled professionals with organisations operating across Validation, Quality Assurance and Engineering.
The role is ideally suited to someone ambitious, methodical and process-driven, with the discipline to manage detailed recruitment processes and build lasting professional relationships.
You may already have recruitment experience, or you could be succeeding in a sales role and looking to transition into the industry.
Either way, you'll be supported from day one through our award-winning Training Academy, giving you the tools, knowledge and structure needed to succeed.
Working at STR
STR Group is an international workforce and project solutions consultancy specialising in high-tech facilities, life sciences, engineering and technology, marine and automation.
Since our inception in 2000, we have continued to evolve alongside our clients and the STEM industries we support.
Our approach begins with understanding what a client is trying to achieve.
We diagnose the challenge, evaluate the available options and design a solution aligned with the client's commercial and operational objectives.
What will you be doing?
You will learn to source potential clients and grow your business via outbound sales
You will network on platforms such as LinkedIn to build a pool of candidates
You will work on building and developing excellent client and candidate relationships
You will be writing, advertising, and marketing vacancies via a variety of channels
You will learn how to negotiate Terms of Business with cooperate clients
You will focus on your own personalised KPIs and financial targets
You will have full control over your earning potential and career progression
What are we offering you?
Structured, transparent and performance-based career progression
Uncapped commission of up to 30%
Award-winning, ongoing learning and development delivered by dedicated in-house experts
Flexible and hybrid working following completion of the Training Academy, subject to maintaining performance targets
A 3pm finish every Friday
Modern, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas
Daily breakfast provided
Employee of the Month and Employee of the Quarter awards
Quarterly Directors' Lunches Michelin recommended restaurants
An active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion board
Training Academy graduation celebration
Annual, all-expenses-paid incentive trips for top performers
Annual Awards, Summer Party and Christmas Party
Long-service anniversary rewards, including additional holiday, bonuses, vouchers, champagne and gifts, depending on length of service
23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by one day for each completed year of service and capped at 28 days
The option to purchase up to five additional days of annual leave
Healthcare cash plan and optional private healthcare from day one
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Your birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free on-site parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Electric vehicle salary-sacrifice scheme through Octopus Electric Vehicles
Tech salary-sacrifice scheme through Currys
Employee Referral Programme
This is an opportunity to build a highly rewarding career while developing genuine expertise in specialist global markets.
STR is committed to offering applicants with disabilities an interview where they meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
Apply today and begin your career as a Recruitment Consultant with STR Group.
TA is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £25000 per annum
Posted: 2026-09-01 10:40:16
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A client of mine who is a Large Housing Association and Property Maintenance Company are looking to Recruit an experienced Carpenter-Multi on a full time permanent basis to join their Property Team in the Wiltshire area.
As you'll spend a fair amount of time on the road they will provide you with a van and fuel card so you'll not be out of pocket.
What you'll do:
As a Carpenter you will carry out all forms of carpentry repairs in our properties as part of our Responsive Repairs Team and elsewhere depending on demands.
1st fix and 2nd fix carpentry
Install windows, doors, door frames - Internal and external.
UPVC servicing and installation
Locksmithing and gaining entry via lock snapping, drilling and picking.
All types of fencing, posts, feather edge, chain link and panels.
Kitchen fitting, kitchen building and minor joinery.
You'll also benefit from:
£335 yearly Tool Allowance
25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
3 x Wellbeing Days and 2 x Paid Volunteering Days
Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package
A van and fuel card for business travel
iPhone and iPad
Generous company pension scheme, matched up to 12%
Life cover 4 x annual salary
SmartTech - Buy an electrical item and pay it off through your salary over 12 months.
What you'll need:
You should have experience within a similar role, ideally from within a Residential/Housing sector and must be qualified to a minimum of NVQ level 2 OR have a minimum of 5 years proven track record working in carpentry.
Due to the requirement to travel, you must hold a full and current driving licence with a minimum of 2 years experience and have the ability to drive and take home a company van.
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Type: Permanent Location: Wiltshire, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £36500 per annum + Van, Fuel Card, Pension
Posted: 2026-08-28 12:55:41
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Manual Machine Operator
£35,000 - £40,000 per annumGlasgowMonday - Friday | Day Shift | Full-time, Permanent
Are you an experienced Manual Machinist with horizontal boring experience looking for a stable, long-term opportunity within a highly skilled engineering workshop?
We're recruiting for a Manual Machine Operator to join an established engineering organisation in Glasgow, working as part of an experienced workshop team on the machining of complex mechanical and propulsion-related components.
Horizontal boring experience is a key requirement for this position.
We're particularly interested in speaking with machinists who are confident operating traditional/manual machinery and can work accurately from technical drawings and specifications.
Experience within the marine or maritime sector would be highly advantageous, although candidates from other heavy engineering, manufacturing or precision machining environments will also be considered.
The Role
As a Manual Machine Operator, you'll be responsible for machining a range of components to the required specifications and quality standards.
Your responsibilities will include:
Operating manual machining equipment, with a particular focus on horizontal boring
Using manual lathes, mills and other traditional machine tools
Machining parts and components accurately to technical specifications
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
Preparing components for machining, including cleaning and masking where required
Inspecting finished components to ensure they meet required tolerances and quality standards
Recording completed work, process parameters, materials and inspection results
Identifying and troubleshooting machining or equipment issues
Working closely with the wider workshop team to ensure projects are completed efficiently and on time
Following all relevant health, safety and quality procedures
Supporting continuous improvement across workshop processes
What We're Looking For
We're looking for an experienced, hands-on machinist with a strong understanding of traditional/manual machining.
You'll ideally have:
Previous horizontal boring experience - this is particularly important for the role
Experience operating manual machinery such as horizontal borers, lathes and/or mills
Previous experience within a machine shop, workshop or heavy engineering environment
The ability to confidently read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
A strong understanding of machining tolerances and quality requirements
Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work
Good fault-finding and problem-solving skills
The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Relevant technical, vocational or metalworking qualifications would be beneficial
Marine, maritime or propulsion experience would be advantageous but is not essential
Salary & Benefits
In return, you'll receive a competitive package including:
£35,000 - £40,000 salary
Monday to Friday day shifts
25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
Excellent pension - 3% employee / 10% employer contribution
Private health insurance
Life assurance at 4x salary
Annual bonus of up to 8%
Salary sacrifice scheme
Long-term permanent opportunity within an established engineering environment
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Manual Machinist to join a skilled workshop where traditional machining expertise - particularly horizontal boring - is genuinely valued. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Glasgow, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £40000 per annum
Posted: 2026-08-27 11:18:27
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Location: Wellingborough, NorthamptonshireSalary: £37,000 + 20% shift premiumJob Type: Permanent
We are looking for an experienced TIG Welder to join a specialist manufacturing business in Wellingborough, working on the production of high-precision Coriolis flow meters.
The successful candidate will initially work days while completing training and welding coding before moving onto the backshift.
Day shift during training:
Monday-Thursday: 07:00-16:15
Friday: 07:00-12:00
Backshift:
Monday-Thursday: 15:30-00:30
Friday: 11:30-17:30
The 20% shift premium will apply once you move onto the backshift.
Key Responsibilities
TIG weld stainless steel to a high standard.
Work from drawings, specifications and work instructions.
Carry out pressure testing, helium leak testing and bead blasting.
Maintain welding equipment and keep the work area tidy.
Support inspections, continuous improvement and other production activities.
Follow all health and safety procedures.
Requirements
Minimum 5 years' TIG welding experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience welding stainless steel to a high standard.
Experience with welder coding to EN287-1, ASME IX and/or PED.
Able to read engineering drawings.
Good attention to detail and ability to work independently.
Desirable: Experience with 316, Duplex or Super Duplex, MIG welding, automated lathes or turntables, and a recognised engineering qualification.
Overtime may be required at short notice. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Wellingborough, England
Salary / Rate: £37000 - £44000 per annum
Posted: 2026-08-24 16:38:47
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Trainee Engineering Operative
Location: HayesSalary: £25,000 - £28,000 + £4,500 shift allowanceShift: 4 on, 4 offIndustry: AerospaceFull Training & Career Progression Provided
Looking to start a career in engineering?
We're looking for a practical, hands-on individual who wants to develop a long-term career within the aerospace engineering industry.
This is a trainee-level opportunity, so you don't need to already be an experienced Electroplater.
It could be a great next step if you have some experience working with hand tools, mechanical components or within a workshop/engineering environment and are keen to learn a skilled engineering trade.
You may currently be working as a Mechanic, Workshop Operative, Engineering Assistant, Production Operative, Technician or similar hands-on role and be looking for an opportunity with structured training and progression.
Working within a specialist aerospace engineering environment, you'll receive full training in electroplating and surface treatment processes used on aircraft components.
What you'll be doing
Assisting experienced Electroplaters with day-to-day engineering and plating activities
Learning how to prepare, clean, mask and treat aerospace components
Supporting electroplating processes including cleaning, plating and rinsing
Learning specialist processes including grit blasting, component stripping and surface preparation
Handling components using appropriate slings, jigs and manual handling techniques
Learning to safely operate specialist equipment, including overhead cranes
Following engineering drawings, process instructions and overhaul manuals
Working to strict health, safety, environmental and quality procedures
Building your practical experience and technical knowledge through structured on-the-job training
What we're looking for
We're particularly interested in people who are practical, mechanically minded and keen to build a career in engineering.
You could be a good fit if you have:
Some previous exposure to an engineering, mechanical, workshop or production environment
Confidence using hand tools or working practically with mechanical components
A genuine willingness to learn a skilled engineering trade
Good attention to detail and the ability to follow processes and instructions
A strong approach to health and safety
Good communication and teamwork skills
GCSE-level education or equivalent
Previous aerospace or aviation experience would be advantageous but not essential.
What's on offer
£25,000 - £28,000 basic salary
£4,500 annual shift allowance
Total package of up to £32,500
4 on, 4 off shift pattern
Full technical and mandatory training provided
Opportunity to develop specialist engineering skills within the aerospace sector
Overtime opportunities following completion of probation
Excellent opportunity for someone looking to establish and progress their career within engineering
This is an ideal opportunity if you're currently in a practical or mechanical role but feel you've reached a ceiling and want the chance to learn, develop and progress within a specialist aerospace engineering environment. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Hayes, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £28000 - £32000 per annum
Posted: 2026-08-20 11:12:33
