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Software Test Manager – (Job Ref: 26N/STTM) Randox Laboratories continues to develop disruptive innovations in Diagnostics and Healthcare globally. We are proud to have been named the Number 1 company in Northern Ireland for the second consecutive year in the Belfast Telegraph Top 100 Companies List for 2024. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have exciting new career opportunities for a Software Test Manager within our Engineering team. Location : Fully onsite - Randox Science Park, 30 Randalstown Road, Antrim, BT41 4FL. Contract Offered : Full-time, Permanent. Working Hours / Shifts : 40 hours per week, either 5 days, 8.40am to 5.20pm or 4 days 6.40am to 5.20pm. What does this role involve? This role is responsible for the verification of software of engineering products, as well the supervision of the software testing team. The main duties of the role include: • Liaise with Engineering and R&D teams to determine current and future test requirements in order to plan and coordinate resourcing for each project. • Daily supervision of the Software Test Engineering Team, including conducting appraisals and assisting in the recruitment of new staff. • Coordinate the daily activities of the Software Test Engineering Team, setting objectives and reviewing quality and performance against objectives. • Report on status of test projects to direct and senior management. • Create test strategies for standalone software products or new products containing software. • Develop the Software Test team’s understanding of software and analyser platforms in order to develop appropriate test protocols and broaden team expertise. • Create, locate and acquire data required for testing assignments. • Estimate Software Testing activities as required by the Project Manager. • Create verification test cases to assure: Quality, Functionality, Reliability and Usability of standalone software products or products containing software. • Execute test cases on standalone software products or products containing software. • Identify and record software defects within a problem-tracking system. • Ensure Software Test team deliverables are of a high quality standard and comply with appropriate internal procedures and International standards. • Partake in reviews to determine the status of software and associated products to ensure products released by Randox have been suitably verified. • Assist in training of company staff in use of internally developed software products. Who can apply? Essential criteria: • Qualified to degree level in a software related discipline. • Minimum of 5 years experience working within a Software Test environment. • Familiarity with at least 2 of the following programming languages: C#, C++, Delphi, VB and Java. • Excellent knowledge of software testing processes and testing methodologies such as V-Model, Waterfall and Agile. • Experience working to strict deadlines. • Strong knowledge of both manual and automated software testing. • Strong communication and teamwork skills. Desirable criteria: • Previous management experience. • Previous software manager experience. • Experience in the use of automated test software such as Ranorex. • Experience in the use of bug tracking software such as SpiraPlan.
Business Development Executive
Business Development Executive - London (Job Ref: 26/BDLL) Randox Testing Services (RTS) are the market leader in the provision of drug and alcohol testing services, working to ensure safety and wellbeing in the workplace. Due to the increased recognition of the importance of drug and alcohol testing in the workplace and Randox Testing Services' continued success, we are seeking to expand our UK sales team. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have an exciting new career opportunity for a Business Development Executive to cover London and the surrounding area. Location : A field-based sales role, based in London. Regular travel will be required within the territory and potentially further afield. Typically visiting customers 3-4 days per week. Contract Offered : Full-time, Permanent Working Hours / Shifts : 40 hours per week. Monday to Friday from 08.40 to 17.20. Flexibility will be required. Right to Work Requirement Please note that this role requires candidates to have the legal right to work in the UK for a minimum of 12 months from the application date. This is to ensure completion of our 9-month probationary period and for any potential sponsorship decisions to be considered. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at the point of hire. What does this role involve? This role is responsible for sales and promotion of Randox Testing Services throughout a wide range of industries, developing business with current customers and winning new business. The key focus of this role will be to try and gain NHS contracts within the London area. Key duties of the role include: • Use a planned sales approach to maximise results, including customer greeting, qualifying, handling objections, product presentations, demonstrations, closing, and follow-up according to the Randox Testing Services sales process. • Maintain extensive knowledge of Randox products, services, pricing, and key competitors. • Use the CRM system daily to plan calls, visit customers, and capture relevant information. • Resolve customer queries within agreed SLA’s, escalating complaints to RTS Quality as needed. • Provide sales activity reports, including follow-ups and new clients. • Complete weekly customer visit targets. • Attend product and sales training to stay updated on products and competitor offerings. • Participate in planning sales campaigns and promotions to maximize sales. • Attend industry seminars and exhibitions as required. • Report field intelligence to the Marketing Department. Who can apply? Essential criteria: • Be qualified to degree level or have at least 5 years of sales experience. • Proven commercial experience, with a minimum of 2 years. • Good track record of meeting and exceeding KPIs. • Possess excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills. • Demonstrate good presentation skills in both creating and delivering presentations. • Full UK driving licence. Desirable: • Experience working for or with the NHS. • Previous experience within a similar sector. • Previous field-based sales experience. • An awareness of Total Quality Management Systems. • A working knowledge of health and safety requirements.
Phlebotomist
Phlebotomist – Newcastle – (Job Ref: 26/PBNE) Randox Health continues to be at the forefront of clinical diagnostics, dedicated to improving health worldwide with our disruptive technology and innovative diagnostic solutions. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have an exciting new career opportunity for a Phlebotomist within our clinic in the John Lewis store in Eldon Square in Newcastle. Location : Eldon Square, Percy St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RR. Contract Offered : Full-time, Permanent Working Hours / Shifts : 40 hours per week, across 5 days, within the clinic opening hours of 8.45am to 6.20pm including some weekends and evenings. For this position, as you may be in contact with live blood samples, you must be vaccinated against Hepatitis B or be able to get it following a successful interview stage. In line with Care Quality Commission guidelines, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Right to Work Requirement Please note that this role requires candidates to have the legal right to work in the UK for a minimum of 12 months from the application date. This is to ensure completion of our 9-month probationary period and for any potential sponsorship decisions to be considered. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at the point of hire. What does the Phlebotomist role involve? This role is responsible for ensuring customers have an excellent experience from the moment they enter our clinic, taking blood samples from both private and corporate clients. This is a varied role that may also include the following responsibilities: • Conduct comprehensive client appointments, including blood and urine sample collection, personal health measurements, and data entry into our Patient Information Systems (PIS). • Demonstrate sensitive communication to ensure client understanding and consent. • Maintain accurate records in PIS, uploading all relevant documentation. • Represent the company professionally at offsite events and appointments. • Engage in upselling and cross-selling at our private health clinic. • Proactively drive sales and exceed targets. • Complete company forms, specimen labelling, and laboratory test order forms accurately. • Demonstrate high IT literacy in order to manager various software systems and daily tasks. Essential criteria: • Previous Phlebotomy experience and certificate or equivalent training. • Confident using IT programmes. • Flexibility with working hours, as required by the business inclusive of evenings and weekends. • Flexibility to work from offsite locations at least once per month. • Currently have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship. • Strong communication skills. Desirable: • Experience in a private healthcare setting. • Exeperience in customer service. • 2 years experience in Phlebotomy. • Sales / Retail experience. • Valid UK driving licence.
Seasonal General Operative
General Purpose & Requirements of The Job Purpose of the Job The General Operative supports the safe and efficient running of sawmill processes and daily production activities. The role involves assisting with the processing of timber products, operating machinery, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring that production areas remain safe, clean, and well organised. Key Skills & Requirements Key Competences · Ability to work safely in a manual and industrial environment · Good attention to detail and ability to follow instructions · Strong work ethic and reliability · Ability to work effectively as part of a team · Flexibility to undertake a range of duties across the sawmill · Strong safety awareness for self and others · Ability to estimate and differentiate between board sizes · Ability to use tape measure and calipers · Able to work outdoors · Able to perform manual handling tasks · Flexibility to work shift patterns and change shifts where required Key Responsibilities 1. Health, Safety and Environmental · Comply fully with all company health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures · Maintain a safe working environment by following safe working practices and reporting hazards immediately · Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times · Participate in safety briefings, training, and toolbox talks as required 2. Production Operations · Work across all work centres as directed by the Supervisor or Manager · Assist in the processing of timber through various stages of the sawmill production process · Operate sawmill machinery and equipment safely and efficiently · Support the achievement of production targets by maintaining a consistent workflow · Stack, sort, and grade timber products in line with specifications and quality standards 3. Machine Operation and Equipment · Assist with basic machine set-up and adjustments where required · Operate and monitor machinery such as saws, conveyors, and processing equipment in accordance with safety procedures · Report any equipment faults, defects, or maintenance issues to the Supervisor promptly 4. Quality · Measure timber products using tape measure and callipers to ensure that customer specifications are met · Stack, package and label finished goods to customer specifications and in compliance with the Company’s Manual Handling Policy · Ensure the quality of products and take appropriate corrective action where necessary, including informing the Production Supervisor 5. Record Keeping · Maintain up-to-date and accurate production records 6. Housekeeping · Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the work area in line with housekeeping standards · Assist with general yard duties, including clearing waste materials and maintaining safe walkways 7. Teamwork · Work collaboratively with colleagues and supervisors to maintain efficient production operations · Follow instructions from supervisors and contribute positively to the team environment · Make positive contributions in team meetings with specific reference to production and maintenance matters
Teacher Of Technology And Design
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Teacher Of History
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Teacher Of Art & Design With Head Department Responsibility
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Driver
Purpose and Function of Post To drive a range of vehicles as required within the Neighbourhood Operations section and to complete a range of vehicle checks as required. To work as team leader ensuring the collection and removal of recyclables, household, industrial and commercial waste, including bulky items from various locations. Carry out street cleaning duties throughout the District. To work on your own as a driver of a side loading “one armed” refuse collection vehicle (OAV). The post holder will also provide flexible and effective cover across a range of Council services delivered by the Neighbourhood Operations Section. Hours: 37 hrs per week Mon – Thurs 7.30am – 3.30pm & Friday 7.30am - 3.00pm. Must be able to work outside normal working hours as and when required i.e., overtime, early mornings, evenings, as well as weekend / public holiday working . This recruitment exercise will be used to fill Refuse, Recycling and Street Cleansing Operative vacancies that may arise within the Mid Ulster District i.e. including Cookstown, Dungannon and Magherafelt (full-time, part-time, permanent & temporary). A Driving Assessment will form part of the selection process. Applicants must undertake a minimum of 35 hours driver CPC training during a five-year period to maintain their entitlement to drive. The successful candidate(s) will be required to undertake training on the operation of the Council’s OAV’s and achieve competence in operating this type of vehicle on a typical OAV route within 6 months of commencement. The post holder will only be established in post i.e., made permanent upon completion of a satisfactory 6-month probationary period which will include competence in OAV operation. The Council may retain a list of reserve candidates arising from this recruitment campaign, for any vacancies which may arise which are the same or similar and are of an equal grade of pay. This list will be valid for 12months. “Another similar vacancy” is defined as a post with a similar job description and person specification and on the same salary scale, which may be in a different department or duration to the vacancy initially advertised. Another similar vacancy does not include posts where the similarity relates solely to the salary scale.
Teacher
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Care Attendant
Salary: Scale 3 SCP 7 - 9 £26,403 - £27,254 per annum pro rata based on 37 hours per week Hours: Training (22 July 2026 – 24 July 2026 inclusive): Wednesday – Friday 9.00 am – 4.00 pm (including 30 minutes unpaid break) Scheme weeks (27 July 2026 – 14 August 2026 inclusive, excluding Saturdays and Sundays): Monday – Friday 9.30 am – 3.30 pm plus additional hours as required Applicants must be available for the entire duration of the training and the Scheme as outlined above. Duration: Temporary Contract for the duration of the Scheme as outlined above The Council may retain a list of reserve candidates arising from this recruitment for any vacancies which may arise which are the same or similar and are of an equal grade of pay throughout the Council area. Such a reserve list will be compiled and held for a period of 6 months. All employees are expected to model the Customer Care behaviours of “Serve Passionately, Engage Positively and Deliver Consistently.” JOB PURPOSE The Summer Activity Scheme aims to provide inclusive physical activities for young people with disabilities between the ages of 7 - 17 years in the Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council area. Through this Scheme, the young people will be introduced to different forms of physical activity which will breakdown existing barriers to their participation and enhance their active lifestyles, health and confidence. The post holder will be required to assist with the co-ordination and organisation of the programme of activities, supervise and care for the young people participating in the Scheme and ensure adherence to Council policies and procedures. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for the safety and wellbeing of the young people participating in the scheme. Assist with the co-ordination and organisation of the programme of activities to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the scheme. Assume responsibilities of the Leader when the Leader is absent. Keep the Leader informed of medical considerations/difficulties of each young person. Administer medication in accordance with Trust guidelines and the Medication Log. Keep the Leader informed of accidents and other incidents. Assign duties to other employees as required. Supervision and caring duties including toileting and changing. Accompany young people during the scheme on private transport as required. Undertake any other relevant duties that may be required and are commensurate with the nature and grade of the post. Qualifications and Training Currently undertaking or have completed: • Teacher training or other relevant 3rd level qualification (i.e. HNC/HND, Level 4, Degree) in line with the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) in a relevant discipline/subject such as third level qualification e.g. sports, leisure, arts, youth work. OR • NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in a relevant subject e.g. Childcare, Teaching/Classroom Assistant. OR • National Governing Body Coaching Qualification Level 1 or equivalent (Please note relevancy should be clearly demonstrated). (https://www.gov.uk/what-different-qualification-levels-mean/list-of-qualification-levels ) Experience • Experience of working with young people between the ages of 7 - 17 years. Key Skills and Attributes • Effective communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to assist with co-ordination and organisation of the programme • Ability to work within established procedures and guidelines • Customer focused • High level of commitment towards job Working Arrangements/Flexibility Applicants must be available for the entire duration of the training and the Scheme: Training (22 July 2026 – 24 July 2026 inclusive): Wednesday – Friday 9.00 am – 4.00 pm (including 30 minutes unpaid break) Scheme weeks (27 July 2026 – 14 August 2026 inclusive, excluding Saturdays and Sundays): Monday – Friday 9.30 am – 3.30 pm plus additional hours as required Applicants must be available for the entire duration of the training and the Scheme as outlined above.
