349 jobs found in Reading

Mobile Electrician (Oxford, Newbury & Reading) Reading Vacancy ID: 14110 Job Type: Permanent About As a Facilities Management (FM) solutions provider, we offer a comprehensive range of hard and soft services to a wide range of client sites within both the public and private sector throughout the UK. We currently service over 17,000 buildings with a revenue of over £240m. We are a family friendly employer who actively supports the health and wellbeing of our 4000+ employees. We are proud to champion diversity and inclusion throughout the organisation. Job Purpose: An opportunity has arisen for a Mobile Electrician to join our expanding contract based in Reading to ensure that the delivery of electrical aspects are delivered in an effective, efficient and professional manner to the complete satisfaction of all of our direct and indirect clients. Principal Accountabilities: Able to demonstrate a proven track record with (post apprenticeship) experience of planned maintenance & statutory inspections in a highly regulated environment. Isolates defective equipment from power supply, checks visually for faults, tests mechanical parts for faults, isolates the problem areas and take corrective action to repair the problem. Conducts preventative maintenance on machines and equipment by checking for smooth operation of the same and replacing worn and defective parts. The installation of electrical systems and associated equipment followed up with the appropriate certification. Assistance in the preparation of estimates / quotations as required. Conform to safety rules and apply good engineering and safety practices. Multi-skilled background with a good understanding of other skill sets would also be an advantage. Must be willing to undertake company standard internal training workshops and work to GMP, (good manufacturing practice). The responsibility for allocated work orders from receipt to completion. Adherence to the Quality Management System applied to all M&E systems. Candidate Profile Qualified to City & Guilds 2360 Part 1 & 2 or equivalent NVQ & C&G 2382 -h Edition Minimum requirements C&G 2391-10 Inspection & Testing, & C&G 2391-20 Design & Verification preferred but not required Experience of installation, testing and maintenance of LV distribution systems Experience of standby power systems including prime movers and UPS

We have an excellent opportunity for experienced Commercial Managers looking to join a leading Engineering and Project Delivery company within the Water and Utilities sector. Our client is looking for experienced Lead Quantity Surveyors / Commercial Managers for live projects. Working on a Permanent Staff basis, this is the perfect opportunity for an experienced Commercial Manager to oversee Procurement and Quantity Surveying operations for a variety of large Multi-Million pound projects. Opportunities are available for 3 x regional Commercial Managers - North, South and Midlands Key responsibilities: Ensure business objectives are met whilst identifying and managing risk and creating a team that adds value within the construction process. Staff management including allocating resources to meet project demands, identifying development requirements and develop processed to meet business objectives. Liaise with internal and external parties to develop customer and supplier relationships and negotiate accounts and terms and conditions. Carry out risk analysis to determine effect of specifics on business objectives and advise management and project teams depending on the scenario. Manage cashflow and deliver against approved budgets, while targeting areas for improvement. Manage contract accounts and prepare budgets including overhead cost analysis at business level. Essential requirements: Educated to degree level in a relevant commercial discipline, Membership of RICS is preferable or relevant QS background Experience of managing People and Projects Strong communication and negotiation skills Our client offer a competitive salary plus company car / car allowance, generous Pension and holiday allowance, flexibility to work from home where possible. To apply for this position, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK without visa restrictions. For more information please call Charlie Knight on or email and quote reference No: 16006CK-B, or apply directly by clicking the 'Apply' option, and following the instructions.

Location: Reading, Berkshire. Salary: Up to £58,371 depending on skills and experience + car/cash allowance Permanent| Full Time Hours |37 hours per week Our Role Due to continued growth, we are looking for experienced Project Managers to join our Major Projects Delivery team based in Reading, conveniently located in Reading town centre. This new location offers new flexibility in the way we work, and with this in mind, this role can be carried out splitting time between the office, site and either your home or another SSEN location. As a Project manager, you will be responsible for managing a range of projects in accordance with our investment management process. You will be responsible for all aspects of the project including safety, quality, cost and programme. You will be part of a project management team working closely with design engineers, field staff, contractors, customers, and key stakeholders. Your Skills and Experience You will have previous experience of managing construction projects involving underground cables, overhead lines and substation works. An engineering qualification is preferred and a recognised qualification in construction safety and project management would be advantageous. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are vital and you will need to be comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels, both internal and external. You will be experienced in the Construction Design and Management Regulations and understand the duties of Client, Principal Designer and Principal Contractor. You will need to be experienced in contract management and ideally have experience of NEC construction contracts. You will also need to possess good problem solving skills and have the ability to thrive under pressure. Our Company At Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN), our skilled teams operate and maintain our electricity distribution and transmission networks, carrying electricity to over 3.7 million homes across the north of the Central Belt of Scotland and Central Southern England. The Major Projects Delivery team is responsible for asset replacement and network reinforcement projects on the primary and grid distribution networks covering voltages up to 132kV. Projects include the refurbishment and replacement of switchgear, transformers, overhead lines and underground cables. Our Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, you'll automatically be enrolled in into our Group Pension Plan and have the opportunity to join our Share plans. You'll enjoy a generous annual leave entitlement of 34 days (including public holidays), with the option to buy up extra days. Next Steps Just click the Apply button to submit your application, it doesn't take long. Closing date for applications is: 9th June 2019 This vacancy is open to internal and external candidates. If you're internal, please notify your line manager before you submit your application. If you're successful, we'll conduct some pre-employment checks.

Quantity Surveyor The Company: My client is a leading telecoms company, who operate in more than 170 countries across the world. They are currently recruiting for a quantity surveyor to manage the site construction costs for large telecommunication project to assess and evaluate costs provided by partner and to add value engineering to solution Berkshire (Contact) Responsibility: Review Partner Civil & Structural Work Quotes against Detailed Designs, Price Schedule and Guidelines for non-scheduled Items. Negotiate agreement for items in quotes with Partners, working with team to develop Guidelines for non-scheduled items Use spreadsheet tools to generate Customer Order Requests from agreed quotes Negotiate agreement for items in order requests queried by customer Following build work negotiate agreed final accounts with partners and customer Requirement 5 years minimum experience within construction Good knowledge of construction within the Telecommunication industry Experience and knowledge of network deployment and delivery projects Professional structured approach to working on own initiative Experience of managing sub-contractors Experience of working in a multi-cultural environment Experience of working with blue chip clients If you are interested in applying, please call Lin or send your latest CV to (see below) Project People is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Sourcing Manager Reading £45,000 - £50,000 + benefits Are you a dynamic sourcing manager that possess strong commercial acumen and procurement skills? If so an exciting opportunity has arisen to join an innovative and future focused organisation. The company's focus is within the utilities sector and they are responsible for the public water supply and waste water treatment across the UK. As the Sourcing manager, the role will entail developing and delivering multiple ground-breaking and compelling solutions for the company's sourcing projects, to ensure that the best value is achieved their business. As the Sourcing Manager, you will be responsible for: •Building strong relationships with all suppliers and vendors globally •Implement stakeholder engagement plans at an individual level and participate at team level, over a long period of time in a complex stakeholder environment. •Demonstrate that the following factors are effectively considered and managed through each initiative: sustainability, innovation, risk management, collaboration, health and safety and well-being as well as data protection, confidentiality and audit trail. •Lead the strategy development for various sourcing projects •Promoting Procurement across the business and ensuring compliance within procurement regulations •Ensure the current processes and strategies are innovating, effective and future-proof •Create and deliver compelling, well-structured, accurate reports, documents and presentations. •Being on top of market knowledge for product development and key commodity products •Leading a multi-disciplinary team •Providing risk adverse solutions and value for money The ideal person will have: •Analytical skills •A high level of commitment •Incredible stakeholder management •A resilient and tenacious personality •Ability to work on multiple projects at multiple speeds •Think creatively to solve complex challenges with low levels of definition. •Excellent communication and negotiation skills •CIPS qualified and degree educated would be advantageous •Great communication and customer service skills •A variety of sector experience within your Supply Chain and Procurement background and the ability to adapt the skills you have learnt to another sector •Strong knowledge and proficient in Microsoft Office products (Excel & PowerPoint especially) This is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in your career as the Sourcing Manager by working alongside an utilities pioneer who provide endless possibilities for deliverables and achievements. In return, you will be rewarded with a salary of £45,000 - £50,000 per annum plus additional benefits. If you feel you fit the above criteria, or just want to know more, don't miss out. For more information on this role, please contact Ana Badescu on at Procurement People

Quantity Surveyor The Company: My client is a leading telecoms company, who operate in more than 170 countries across the world. They are currently recruiting for a quantity surveyor to manage the site construction costs for large telecommunication project to assess and evaluate costs provided by partner and to add value..... click apply for full job details

AL95 - Service Engineer (Field based) Location: M4 Corridor (Swindon/Reading) Salary: £26,492 OTE £30,000 + Van/Phone/Laptop/Training Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Service Engineer on behalf of one of our clients. The Service Engineer will cover the..... click apply for full job details

Position: Refrigeration Operations Manager Location: South Birmingham, South West, South East, Central London Salary: £57,283 Company Vehicle or £6,000 Car Allowance Potential Company Bonus Pension scheme Discounts on popular retailers and restaurants across the UK Cycle to Work scheme Death in service benefit Hours of Work: 40 hours per week, 8.30am - 5pm Mon to Fri (with out of hours support) Holidays: 33 days Including bank holidays per year This is a key position supporting the national regional refrigeration manager in delivery of reactive and planned maintenance by providing technical assistance and support. This role will depend on your ability to manage your regional supervisors and client relationships by ensuring that good working relationships are maintained and built upon. The role is responsible for effectively leading and managing the refrigeration teams to ensure reactive and planned works are completed to the highest standard and adhere to all regulatory standards. This role will also be responsible for overseeing all technical standards, development and support of training requirements with the operational field. About Us City Facilities Management (UK) Ltd is one of the UK's fastest growing independent businesses. We have more than 25 years of successful facilities management and building maintenance delivery across retail, residential and commercial markets. We are committed to the perfect partnership with Asda and our mission is to provide them with the best maintained stores exceeding their expectations, every day. This one stop solution includes the delivery of a refrigeration service and maintenance programme Requirements and Experience Relevant City & Guilds/NVQ F Gas and refrigeration qualifications Fully conversant with all major manufactures systems and equipment In depth knowledge of refrigeration/electrical systems Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to extract, collate and present data Excellent planning, organising, prioritisation and project management skills Effective problem-solving and decision-making Strong results focus, takes accountability for own performance and that of the team Highly flexible and self-starting. The role will have many challenges and a flexible approach will be needed. Customer focused If you are ambitious and you feel this exciting role is for you, please send complete CV to Gary Russell at PDA SEARCH & SELECTION LIMITED .

About us Reading Borough Council has an ambitious programme of refurbishments to ensure our housing stock meets Decent Homes Standards. Due to this increasing programme of work the Property Services Teams are looking to further build its multi-skilled operatives to work primarily on the Kitchen and Bathroom Refurbishment programme. About the roles You will be subject to a pay and productivity scheme and the team's performance will be monitored against other sections and partnered contractors undertaking similar work. In return, you will receive a generous salary depending on skills, ability and experience. You will be contracted to work a 37 hour week and you will be given 25 days paid leave rising to 30 days after 10 years. In addition, a tool allowance is paid monthly and a vehicle will be provided for work use. About you We are looking for trade operatives that are skilled, highly motivated and keen to work in a fast moving and constantly evolving public sector. You will need to be: City and Guilds or NVQ level 2 in Plumbing with demonstrable experience of a range of plumbing skills including repairs and maintenance and complete bathroom installations. Knowledge of Building Trades/Construction. Desirable but not essential qualifications - Advanced City and Guilds, Level 3 NVQ, Gas safety and installation qualifications CCN1, CEN1, CKR1, HTR1, WAT1 and MET Our offer We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you'll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including: Local Government Pension Scheme 25 days holiday plus public holidays (rising to 32 after service) A wide range of flexible working opportunities Childcare voucher scheme Cycle to work scheme Season ticket loans A range of local discounts

My Client a groundworks and Civil Engineering contractor are seeking a strong Site manager/ Project manager to oversee a contract on a high Security site near reading. The client has a number of small contracts ranging from £50k - £1.5Million. You will be required to help oversee the costs of the contracts as well as work to..... click apply for full job details

Site Enablement Manager - 6 month contract - Mobile Telecoms - Reading We are looking for a Site Enablement Manager to join our busy and dynamic Operations team who is accountable for delivering the performance of the network to an agreed service level. The team support the ambition of "Best Network at Lowest..... click apply for full job details

Job Title: - Administrator Location: - Reading, Berkshire Salary: - £8.40 Per Hour I am looking for an administrator for a role in Berkshire on a large project where you will be based within the site office. I am seeking someone with the relevant experience in administrative duties with experience working across similar sectors and a knowledge in reporting to Project Director level. If you feel that you have the qualifications and credentials required for this role then please call Sophie Beder on or email an updated CV through to the details below. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Site/Project Manager (Heavy Construction) Based along the M4 corridor from London to Swansea £40,000 - £49,500 + Training + Company Car + Healthcare + Pension + Excellent Company Benefits Are you a Site / Project Manager ideally from a Heavy Civils or Drainage/Excavation background looking..... click apply for full job details

Role: Senior Electronics Engineer Location: Berkshire A Design Consultancy based in the Berkshire area are currently on the lookout for a Senior Electronics Engineer to join their growing team. They specialise within the Medical and IoT spaces and are looking for an Engineer to join the Design team in order to cater for..... click apply for full job details

Electrical Technician Permanent Position - 40hrs per week (Monday to Friday) Annual Salary- £27,500 with additional earning opportunity We have a great opportunity for an Electrician to join our Technical team, installing and maintaining our wide range of electrical..... click apply for full job details

Job Title - Facilities Coordinator Salary - Up to £28,000 + generous bonus Location - Reading Responsibilities: To provide a 1st class, professional, comprehensive Facilities Management services to the wider network of the business Promote a proactive and client focused and solution-focused approach for facilities services Escalate any issues to the relevant contacts within the business Assist with mentoring and professional development Organise training as required Regular liaison with the H&S, Operations, Contract Managers Provide support and assistance to the wider network of the business when needed Regular liaison with clients and regular client reporting Manage site Health and Safety policies, procedures and practices Manage all contractors and suppliers on site's in accordance with contractual agreements, site safety procedures and budget agreement Manage diaries and expenses where neccessary Other Skills IOSH qualifictaion is desirable in this role, due to the high level of facilities/property management exposure, along with dealing with outside contractors and permits. Ability to manage and prioritise a high, complex, workload with good time management and planning and organisation skills. Able to handle large volumes of paperwork in an orderly fashion Effective communicator - orally and in writing with proven ability to influence across various levels of management Applications close 31st May 2019.

Job Title - Property Manager (Multi site) Location - Must be commutable to Reading Salary - Up to £50,000 + Car and Bonus Client One of the UK & Irelands leaders in retail property management. My client is looking for a dedicated Property Manager, within commutable distance of Reading. As a business they are known for their excellence in customer service and being a point of difference in a competitive industry. They also endeavour to support their stakeholders and 3rd party investors through expert knowledge and constant feedback. Key Responsibilities for this role include: Provide appropriate and timely reporting to the asset management team to assist them in delivery of their objectives and input as required into the annual Business Plans/Business Planning process and quarterly Board reports prepared by the Asset Managers; Assist and support the Asset Managers in delivering their arrears targets for the assets; Promote delivery of cost savings against your allocated asset Business Plans, where possible, by identifying opportunities in relation to void cost reduction, in particular, supporting the on-site teams in the implementation of a rates mitigation strategy and associated reporting; Attend monthly Asset Control Group meetings to feed in /provide advice on property management issues; Review all tenant applications, collate information as necessary and prepare recommendations for approval by the Asset Manager; Provide technical property management advice in respect of the service charge and take ownership of the service charge apportionment schedules for your allocated asset/s; Support the Retail Delivery process in respect of your allocated assets as required; Take responsibility for maintaining an up to date and accurate tenancy database on Horizon in respect of your allocated asset/s and take appropriate action for all forthcoming diary events; Take responsibility for obtaining EPCs as required in respect of your allocated asset/s; Co-ordinate as required with insurance brokers, insurers and the Accounting and Support Service Providers in respect of insurance inspections, fire insurance valuations, recharging of premiums to the tenants, claims and other insurance matters; Take responsibility for the uploading of data onto Sharepoint for your allocated asset/s an work with the asset and operational teams to regularly update and ensure that this is maintained in a "ready for sale" condition; Provide advice to the General Managers/site teams in respect of retailer lease compliance issues and action breaches of compliance escalated by the General Manager/site team; Attend and input to monthly Business Review meetings, ensuring that key issues are escalated to those that need to know; Check and authorise invoices in respect of none service charge property management related matters, including invoices for service charge items forward funded by the Landlord; Attendance at retailer forum / tenants association meetings, if and as required; Promote sustainability / corporate responsibility as a core consideration within the property management function; From inception of a development project, work with the development team to evolve and agree a property management strategy and provide ongoing property management focused advice. Candidate This role requires geographical flexibility, as you will be visiting assets across the UK & Ireland. You will need to be able to create solutions for the clients and stakeholders, therefore have strong communication skills and be analytical in your approach. You will also understand property/facilties management and all aspects of H&S involved. You will be a self starter, with the ability to deliver results with minimal supervision. Apply today to find out more, applications close 31st May 2019.

Location: Reading, London, Glasgow, Perth Salary: Competitive Permanent | Full Time Hours | 37 hours per week Our Role Due to expansion within he Field Sites Engineer will deputise for the Sites Manager in the management of all Radio and PoP sites..... click apply for full job details

Clerk of Works / Site inspector - Long term Contract - Berkshire - Client Side Clerk of Works / Site Building Inspector Berkshire 18 month FTC Your new company Hays have been retained exclusively to source a Clerk of Works / Site inspector for a large and established Charity within the care and..... click apply for full job details

Site Enablement Manager - 6 month contract - Mobile Telecoms - Reading We are looking for a Site Enablement Manager to join our busy and dynamic Operations team who is accountable for delivering the performance of the network to an agreed service level. The team support the ambition of "Best Network at Lowest..... click apply for full job details

Electrical and Electronic Design Engineers - 'Engineering the Extraordinary' Location - Reading / Basingstoke Area Salary, £33,850 - £55,000 dependent on experience plus contributory pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, additional benefits and an excellent work / life balance including a 9-day working fortnight..... click apply for full job details

AWE are currently recruiting for a Senior Cost Engineer to join the Finance and Business Management team. As a Senior Cost Engineer you will ensure that a quality Cost Engineering service is delivered to projects by leading and task managing a team of Cost Engineers and Financial Analysts. Location - Reading area..... click apply for full job details