Shellfish Hatchery Technician – Orkney Islands

This full time permanent position will involve hands on work with batch and continuous algae production cultures to meet the ever expanding needs of a modern shellfish hatchery. The employee will work closely with the hatchery manager, as well as the other hatchery staff. The position is fundamental to all aspects of algal rearing including; inoculation and scale-up, general quality control and glassware cleaning, maintaining the controlled environment for the algae in the flask room, mixing of chemicals and vitamins and maintaining stocks of each, transfers of sterile algae, and the upkeep of the algae bio-reactor system, etc. In the bulk algae area of the hatchery the technician is responsible for maintaining the algal bio-reactors, cleaning and sterilization and performing the necessary filter changes. On a daily basis required adjustments will need to be made to aeration, CO2 injection, water flow and pH.  The algal technician will work closely with the hatchery manager performing daily harvesting of selected algal strains, determining feed rates based on background algal cell levels to ensure every success of the shellfish hatchery.  The algal technician will assist with the hatchery and land based intensive nursery operations when needed and must be available during weekends and work to a roster as set by the hatchery manager. The main duties and responsibilities will include managing nutrient and chemical stocks for algae production.  Performing cleaning and sanitation duties for algae production equipment.  Prepare flask, media, and algae production equipment for autoclaving.  Perform algae flask culture in lab.  Monitoring algae growth parameters in lab and algal bioreactors.  Perform microalgae culture in continuous harvest algae bioreactor systems.  Perform sanitation routines in continuous harvest algal bioreactor systems. Perform microalgae culture in batch algae system, sanitation routines in batch algae system as well as weekly sterilisation routines.  Manage sanitation logs for lab and algal bioreactors.  Assist the hatchery manager and technicians as needed.  Washing of glassware and preparation of materials before and after autoclaving. Perform runs on all autoclaves. Decontamination and...

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Recirculation Aquaculture Systems Designer and Engineer – Northampton

POSITION SUMMARY Does aquaculture RAS technology excite you? OOLT technology is an aquaculture technology company specialising in small-medium sized RAS and culture systems for the lobster and oyster industry.  We are looking for a new team member to run the production of our Aquahive and Hatchery in a Box products, along with supporting our new innovations and other group aquaculture businesses. We aim to innovate and to create new value for our customers and our sister companies by streaming our production processes and by integrating new suppliers and technology. We are looking for an energetic all-rounder who will be responsible for the engineering, production, and sourcing of RAS components and associated production apparatus.  The successful candidate will have a strong knowledge of Marine RAS and be hands-on in building composition and installation. The candidate must have a strong work ethic and be able to work independently or as part of a team and have a working knowledge of associated technology and relevant tools. PRIMARY TASKS Produce aquaculture systems to a consistent spec. and quality and on time To engineer and build RAS and various components required for culture of marine animals. Be knowledgeable in all areas of systems production including seawater re-use and pumping, lighting and electrical and, plastics fabrication, painting, and general building related to aquaculture systems installation Be able to effectively create relevant CAD document and be able to turn ideas into drawings and later production.       3.  SUPERVISION Immediate Supervisor: Operations and Commercial Manager POSITION RELATIONSHIPS The appointee must relate and communicate in an effective way with: Vendors and suppliers Customers R&D Director Managing Director SELECTION CRITERIA To perform the job successfully; Ability to design and build complete marine RAS systems to at least 100,000L Strong CAD drawing knowledge Production process knowledge Ability to physically construct RAS and associated apprentice Understand RAS water quality limits and controls A keen interest in new technologies and how they might be applied in a novel way to aquaculture...

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Geospatial Sales Consultant – South East

About KOREC KOREC is Trimble’s largest distributor of positioning solutions and surveying equipment in the UK and Ireland.  For over 40 years our mission has been to forge new and stronger business relationships that will underpin the future; for ourselves, our partners and our customers.  We therefore specialise in bringing innovative technology to market including the most advanced GNSS, mobile mapping, 3D laser scanners, UAS and total station solutions available to geospatial professionals, all backed up by in-house software development and extensive training and technical support departments. The geospatial world is expanding and with it, KOREC’s aims and ambitions. Position Summary As a permanently employed Geospatial Sales Consultant at KOREC you will be responsible for maximising the sales of Trimble’s world leading Geospatial solutions in your sales territory, including robotic total stations, GPS, 3D laser scanning, Monitoring, Rail, UAVs and Mapping solutions. Key Responsibilities: Generate monthly sales to meet revenue and gross margin targets Generate and work to a territory sales plan Identify, nurture and close new sales opportunities within your designated territory Demonstrate the benefits of Trimble geospatial equipment and KOREC software to potential users Balance managing the existing customer base with proactive prospecting Maintain accurate recording of activity using our CRM system for forecasting and reporting Requirements: Experience in a survey/construction related field (setting out, engineering or topographical) Desire to progress within a sales environment Highly motivated and enthusiastic Flexible, can-do attitude Excellent verbal communication skills Full driving license Strong computer skills Desirable: Geomatics/Survey/Engineering degree level qualification or 3 years’ industry experience Experience in a technical sales environment Why apply? KOREC recognises the importance of having the right people in the right roles which is reflected by the high level of training and attractive package we will offer successful candidates including: Competitive basic salary + uncapped commission scheme Company car + fuel card 25 Days holiday (+ bank holidays) Pension scheme Employee Benefits (Perkbox benefits, Corporate gym and Virgin Media discounts, cycle and technology purchase schemes)   At...

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Geospatial Technical Support South West

We are currently looking for a graduate or experienced surveyor/engineer to fill the permanent position of Geospatial Technical Support.  Working within the South Western Sales Region, the principle duties of the successful candidate will be supporting customers with technical queries arising from the use of Trimble Survey products, providing training to customers and creating support guides. This is a field based role covering the South of England from Cornwall to Surrey. Candidates will need a degree in the Survey/Geomatics (or similar) field or at least 3 years proven survey/construction/civils industry experience.  You will be organised, motivated and confident with an aptitude for handling IT issues and problem solving, plus a confident communicator. Knowledge/experience of GPS is desirable; in particular Trimble survey products would be an advantage, however full training will be given. Given the travel requirements, a full driving license is required as a car is provided with the role. KOREC is Trimble’s largest distributor of positioning solutions and surveying equipment in the UK and Ireland.  For over 40 years our mission has been to forge new and stronger business relationships that will underpin the future; for ourselves, our partners and our customers.  We therefore specialise in bringing innovative technology to market including the most advanced GNSS, mobile mapping, 3D laser scanners, UAS and total station solutions available to geospatial professionals, all backed up by in-house software development and extensive training and technical support departments. The geospatial world is expanding and with it, KOREC’s aims and ambitions. KOREC recognises the importance of having the right people in the right roles which is reflected by the high level of training and attractive package we will offer successful candidates including: Competitive basic salary + performance related incentive Company car & fuel card 25 Days holiday (+ bank holidays) Pension scheme Employee Benefits (Perkbox benefits, Corporate gym and Virgin Media discounts, cycle and technology purchase schemes) The KOREC Group are committed to developing and promoting inclusive behaviours that create and sustain equality...

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Creative Motion Graphics Designer – Northamptonshire

A Northamptonshire based Digital Agency is looking for a permanent Creative Motion Graphics Designer to join their growing team. Based in a busy studio the Creative Motion Graphics designer will work closely with Creative Directors and creative team on a variety of projects to design and build broadcast-ready cross-platform content for broadcast, online, and video. The Creative Motion Graphics Designer will need to be able to take a brief from conception through to delivery as well as understand production and technical constraints. Working within a larger team of designers the work produced will be to a consistently high creative standard. The position requires a dynamic, self-motivated individual who can create and inspire in equal measure. The right candidate will consistently seek out new techniques, software and plugins with the intention of building creatively for a solid client base. Essential Experience & Skills Required A thorough understanding of After Effects and industry standard plug-ins for use in both 2D and 3D Motion Graphics A thorough knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop and Illustrator Cinema 4D experience with V Ray rendering a bonus A good grasp of post-production processes and services A strong working knowledge of Mac OSX and digital workflows Key Responsibilities Develop creative ideas through to production A strong ability to work to specification and tight deadlines Candidates must be dedicated, punctual and have a strong work ethic A keen ability to learn and develop both personally and as part of the team Creating storyboards and preview animations for client sign off Other skills to benefit the team Hand-drawing skills would be a bonus, but is not essential Experience working as a motion graphics designer in a studio environment Knowledge of working with 3D software combined with After Effects Video editing skills, either in After Effects or Premier A passion for typography and motion...

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Senior Web (PHP) Developer – Northamptonshire

A Northamptonshire based Digital Agency is looking for a permanent Senior Web (PHP) Developer to join an existing team.  The role is a blend of technical skill, collaborative communication, and problem-solving and the ideal candidate will live and breathe programming with a strong interest in new technologies, advancements, and what happens next.  This position will work closely with the Digital Services Manager and be expected to deputise in their absence and the candidate needs to be an enthusiastic, highly motivated individual who will bring passion, drive, and positivity to the team. Work on a range of client projects you will need: At least 5 years of commercial Web Development experience PHP (knowledge of Laravel or similar MVC framework is essential) JavaScript (jQuery / GSAP would be ideal) ES6 JavaScript: Especially React / React Native GIT version control via GUI or terminal SQL / good knowledge of relational databases, especially MySQL HTML / CSS (less/sass, a good awareness of standards An understanding of API architecture, including REST / SOAP will be an advantage A solid understanding of SEO principals Experience using Adobe creative suite (extracting assets from supplied creative files) Key Responsibilities will include: Working with the team to deliver digital projects to a high standard – this could include corporate websites using an established CMS, or development of bespoke-built platforms Communicating with and meeting clients at all stages of a project to deliver on their goals Play a pivotal role in project planning, specification, and costing Server Maintenance via Terminal and web hosting GUI ExpressionEngine / WordPress integrations Assisting with maintaining office IT equipment (NAS / Servers / Network devices For further details please call Woodlands Recruitment Solutions 01604 864441 or email...

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