Berry Recruitment

Berry Recruitment are currently looking for a HGV Technician for a 3 month contract with possibility of extension to 6 or 12 months. Salary: 18.89 per hour Hours: Monday - Friday, 9-5 Location: Nottingham Job Description: To provide a high quality, comprehensive and efficient maintenance, inspection, repair and test service, ensuring that the client has a fully functional fleet for both the internal fleet and external customers, which includes a diverse range of HGVs, specialist vehicles, light vehicles and road going plant including electric and hybrid. All work must be compliant with statutory legislation, the legal requirements of the Operator's Licence, taxi licensing legislation, DVSA requirements and internal policies and procedures. To work closely with the Workshop Controller to ensure vehicle availability and productivity to meet frontline operational needs of the client's services. To assist the Workshop Controller to help control fleet maintenance costs within the budgetary requirements. To act as a role model to promote a culture of "Right First Time" within the workshop. To champion our apprenticeship scheme to train new mechanics. Principles Duties and Responsibilities: To maintain, service, inspect, repair and test both client and external customers' vehicles, ancillary equipment, plant, and equipment. To maintain, service, inspect and repair electric and other alternative fuelled vehicles. Prepare, present, and accompany HGV vehicles for annual MOT inspections. To carry out periodic safety inspections on all HGV vehicles to DVSA inspection manual standards. To carry out fault diagnosis on complex hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems. To carry out welding, fabrication and body repairs as required. To attend broken down or accident damaged vehicles and effect permanent or running repairs. To ensure that the client's OCRS score maintains its "green" status and that a MOT pass rate to support this, is achieved at all times. To prepare and decommission vehicles - fitting and removing a diverse range of ancillary equipment, accessories, and livery. To ensure that all associated records are updated promptly, accurately, and effectively using the fleet management software system. To ensure that all Health and Safety policies, practices and procedures in respect of the workshop environment are adhered to and ensure that all work areas are kept in a safe and clean condition. To attend training courses linked to PDR reviews and service needs. To support team members within the department when required, ensuring workshop objectives are met Requirements: Experience of working with all aspects of HGV and light commercial vehicle service, maintenance and repair Experience of working on municipal vehicles Experience of electric vehicles, or willingness to learn Experience in welding, or willingness to learn Knowledge of workshop health and safety policies, practices and procedures Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics and 12/24v electric systems Ability to work on own initiative and meet strict deadlines Ability to ensure that all associated records are updated promptly, accurately and effectively using the fleet management software system A good standard of written and oral communication skills City & Guilds Level 3 qualification in Heavy Motor Vehicle Engineering, or equivalent Qualified to DVSA standards for HGV inspections and tests Electric and Hybrid vehicle qualification IMI Level 3 or equivalent, or willingness to train Full driving licence with Category C entitlement If this role is of interest, apply now! All applications are reviewed daily. Alternatively, please call Daisy on (phone number removed) to discuss. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.

Waste Operative Role - Milton, Cambridge . Immediate Start Location & Working Pattern: Based in Milton, working on a rotational basis, which covers weekends. Additionally, the operative will be required to cover annual leave across other sites. Pay rate - 12.60 ph Rotational Shifts Monday - Sunday Requirements: Must have access to their own vehicle; mileage costs will be covered by the client. We require reliable and committed operatives who are available to start as soon as possible. The role involves working in all weather conditions and requires physical endurance. Candidates must be flexible, as they may be assigned to different sites on different days and will be expected to travel to any requested location without refusal. Duties: Working on household waste recycling centre as Waste Operatives Ability to provide good customer service to site visitors Redirecting customers to correct allocated waste areas Adhere to health and safety General cleaning around the yard If you are interested, please apply or call Lauren on (phone number removed) Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.

Berry Recruitment is proud to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical Clerk of Works to join our team, working in partnership with Southampton City Council. Southampton City Council is seeking a proactive and experienced Mechanical Clerk of Works to monitor and inspect major refurbishment and new build projects across the Council's operational, housing, and investment properties - ensuring quality, compliance, and safety at every stage. Are you ready for a challenge? Mechanical Clerk of Works - Immediate Start Location: Southampton Contract: Rolling contract Term to Perm Hours: Monday to Thursday: 7:30am - 4:15pm Friday: 7:30am - 3:15pm Salary: Competitive Start Date: 8th December 2025 Car Required Parking Available Uniform Provided Key Responsibilities Monitor and inspect construction works to ensure compliance with specifications, drawings, legislation, and Council standards. Maintain accurate records and produce detailed site reports. Advise contractors on quality control and interpretation of contract documents. Attend site meetings and liaise with project managers, contract administrators, and cost managers. Undertake Health & Safety monitoring and escalate risks where necessary. Contribute to project control systems and assist in delivering projects to agreed standards. Person Specification Essential: Membership of the Institute of Clerk of Works or HND in Construction/Surveying or significant site inspection experience. Strong knowledge of construction standards and Health & Safety legislation. Ability to produce clear, accurate reports and maintain records. Clean driving licence. Desirable: Chartered membership of RICS, CIOB, or similar professional body. This is a critical role in ensuring high-quality, safe, and compliant construction projects that benefit the community. If you thrive in a flexible environment and are passionate about making a difference, we want to hear from you! To Apply If you have the relevant skills, experience, and qualifications, please apply online now. We will review all applications and contact suitable candidates. Full job description will be provided. Please note: If you do not receive a response within 2 weeks of your application, unfortunately, you have not been selected on this occasion. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.

Berry Recruitment are currently recruiting for a reliable and hardworking Labourer to join our client's team in Abingdon. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a well-established company with the potential for ongoing work. Position: Labourer Location: Oxfordshire Salary: 28,000 - 33,000 (Dependant on experience) Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm (with occasional on-call duty) Job Type: Permanent Key responsibilities include: Installing ceiling track hoists, stair lifts, and other mobility equipment Surveying properties & liaising with healthcare professionals to plan installations Carrying out servicing, repairs, and testing of equipment Collecting and removing equipment from service users' homes Responding to emergency out-of-hours calls (rota basis) Completing job paperwork, using scanners, and updating documentation Maintaining your work vehicle and van stock levels Looking after tools and reporting any issues Communicating with supervisors about job or product concerns About You: Strong DIY skills and mechanical aptitude Knowledge of building construction a bonus Excellent communication and teamworking skills Able to work independently and follow detailed procedures Full UK Driving Licence required Qualification in carpentry, electronics or engineering preferred Previous van driving and customer-facing experience desirable APPLY NOW or contact Tyrhys Luko at the Berry Recruitment Oxford branch for more info! Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.

Berry Recruitment are currently seeking 1 x Painters/Decorators for our client in Bournemouth. Competent and qualified painters & decorators urgently required to assist our client in the Bournemouth area. Painter/Decorator Required: Full PPE and own tools are required. must have CSCS card! Hours of work: Monday to Friday, 8 am - 5 pm (1-hour unpaid lunch). Free Parking available off street Painter Duties: All aspects of painting and decorating. Job start: ASAP Apply now for Painter role by uploading your CV. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.