Co-opted Member of Council

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Co-opted Member of Council Co-opted Members of Council Closing Date : 20 July 2026 Co-opted Member Non-Executive Director (Member of Council) We are seeking Co-opted Members to apply, our co-opted members do not have to be an Industrial or Professional Member of TWI. The ideal candidate/s will ideally have a background in at least one the following areas gained at a senior level. Training or Certification Experience within organisations responsible for professional training, skills development or certification. This may include oversight of accredited training programmes, competency frameworks, assessment methodologies, or the development of industry recognised qualifications. Candidates would ideally bring insight into regulatory requirements and the evolving needs of industry in relation to workforce capability, including apprenticeships, professional development pathways, and certification schemes. Research and Technology Organisations Experience gained within a Research and Technology Organisation or similar environment, with exposure to applied research, innovation delivery, or technology transfer. This may include leading research programmes, commercialising research outputs, or working in collaboration with industry, academia, or government. Candidates should bring an understanding of how research translates into industrial impact, including funding models, partnerships, and the strategic positioning of RTOs. Candidates should bring strong sector knowledge and the ability to provide strategic insight aligned to TWI's core activities. This should include an understanding of skills development frameworks, professional accreditation or certification pathways, and the evolving landscape of applied research and technology transfer. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to strategic discussions on capability development, commercial growth, and the strengthening of TWI's position as a leading independent research and technology organisation, whilst providing constructive challenge and governance oversight at Council level. The TWI Group is a cutting-edge world-wide membership-based independent research organisation, specialising in materials, joining and structural integrity technologies. Our mission is to help industry solve problems through independent advice and developing the next generation of experts to address future industry challenges. As a non-profit distributing entity, all surplus generated by the group goes back into serving our purpose. We achieve this by reinvesting into research, staff, equipment and buildings to better serve our members. The TWI governing body, known as Council (comprising of Non-Executive Directors), assists with the oversight and governance of the business through working in collaboration with the Chief Executive and an Executive Board. To be successful you ideally will have board or senior management experience, a strong understanding of good corporate governance and an ability to scrutinise and challenge company performance. As part of our diversity and inclusion commitment, we welcome applications from aspiring board members to support their career development. We welcome applications from a diverse range of social and economic groups and especially from underrepresented groups. This is a non-remunerated role and requires a time commitment of up to eight days per annum however, reasonable expenses will be paid for attending meetings. To learn more about the organisation please visit our website, Who We Are - TWI & What We Do - TWI Security requirements: This position will require a BPSS check which TWI will carry out. Travel : Council-related activities typically require around 8 days of engagement per year, which may include attending meetings in Cambridge. While these meetings can be joined remotely, we encourage in-person attendance where possible to support collaboration. Please note that the overall time commitment may vary depending on individual involvement in Council responsibilities beyond formal meetings. About us: TWI Ltd is a world expert in engineering, materials and joining technologies with significant property assets. We provide industry with advice and know-how in design, fabrication, failure analysis and prevention. Diversity statement: TWI Ltd is committed to treating everyone fairly and to being an inclusive organisation. Our aim is to create an environment where our people can reach their full potential. We put Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at the heart of our people practices to attract, develop and retain the best talent. Inclusion: We recognise that it's the differences of our people that gives us our competitive edge and enables us to maintain our world leading reputation. This is why we are committed to ensuring there is diversity across every level of our organisation; representative of the Members and societies we serve. We have made Inclusion our number one corporate value to demonstrate our commitment

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