Hawkes Resourcing Group

Job Title: Bid manager / Writer / Business Development Manager Location: Basildon Salary: £55,000 £65,000 + DOE + Car Allowance + Bonuses + Pension Job Type: Full-Time Permanent We re working on behalf of a highly respected national contractor delivering specialist services in Security, Fire, Electrical, Passive Fire, and Mechanical disciplines and construction this is for a mini main contractor who works within education - but is wanting to expand into more local authority works. As part of their continued growth, they are now seeking a Bid Manager / Bdm to join their team and play a key role in securing high-value projects and frameworks across the UK. Key Benefits: Competitive basic salary with car allowance and performance-based bonuses Clear career progression within a growing business Exposure to major projects in a fast-paced industry Supportive team culture with ongoing professional development Role Overview: This is a hybrid position combining strong bid writing capabilities with an element of business development. You ll be responsible for producing high-quality written proposals, collaborating across departments, and contributing to strategic growth efforts. Responsibilities: Create, edit and submit compelling bid and tender documents (PQQs, EOIs, RFPs) Manage and maintain a structured bid library including case studies, CVs, and standard content Work closely with technical, commercial, and marketing teams to ensure consistency and clarity across all submissions Identify and support new business opportunities through effective proposal development Support brand visibility and contribute to winning frameworks and direct awards About You: Proven experience in bid writing, ideally within security, M&E, facilities management, or construction sectors Excellent written communication skills with the ability to turn technical information into persuasive content Strong organisation and project management skills, able to meet tight deadlines Commercially aware with a strategic approach to developing winning submissions Confident working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and clients What Success Looks Like: Increased win rates across public and private sector tenders High-quality proposals that differentiate the business from competitors Smooth management of submission timelines and team coordination Car allowance or Car, Pension, Health, Bonuses To Apply: If you are an experienced Bid Writer or looking to take the next step in your career, we d love to hear from you

Health & Safety and Compliance Manager Location: Basildon, Essex (office-based with site visits as required) Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Monday Friday, 08 00 (40 hours per week) Salary: £45,000 £55,000 per annum (DOE) Benefits: Company vehicle or car allowance, fuel card or mileage, 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, statutory pension Overview Our client is recruiting a Health, Safety and Compliance Manager to support its Electrical, Mechanical, Passive Fire and Main Contracting operations from its Basildon office. This role is primarily focused on maintaining and managing company compliance systems , including ISO and SSIP accreditations, while also carrying out site audits and supporting operational teams when required. This is not a purely site-based role . The successful candidate will be flexible to attend site when needed (including contractor audits and HSE inspections) but will be mainly responsible for the day-to-day business operations of health, safety and compliance management . The role suits someone with experience managing company management systems who is confident auditing contractors and acting as a point of contact for CDM and compliance advice. Key Responsibilities • Maintain and develop company health, safety and compliance systems • Manage and monitor compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 • Lead SSIP renewals including Constructionline, SafeContractor and Achilles • Conduct contractor and site audits, including Principal Contractor duties under CDM Regulations • Attend site when required and support HSE inspections • Manage the company s online H&S platform (inductions, RAMS, competency records, sign-in/out) • Own the incident investigation process (accidents and near misses) and implement corrective actions • Maintain contractor prequalification and approval processes • Lead safety communications, briefings and committee meetings • Oversee the company training matrix and arrange external training as required • Act as a point of contact for employees seeking advice on CDM and compliance matters • Provide compliance reporting and audit preparation for Directors and Operations Managers Ideal Candidate Profile Qualifications (Essential): • NEBOSH or IOSH qualification in Occupational Health & Safety Experience (Essential): • Proven experience managing ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and 45001 systems • Experience maintaining or achieving SSIP accreditations • Background in construction, M&E, electrical, passive fire or main contracting environments • Practical knowledge of CDM Regulations and Principal Contractor duties • Experience conducting audits and incident investigations Skills & Personal Attributes • Confident and approachable communicator • Comfortable auditing contractors and challenging unsafe practices • Organised, proactive and detail-focused • Able to manage compliance independently without heavy supervision • Professional, flexible and solutions-focused • Team-oriented with a practical, hands-on attitude Additional Information • Full UK driving licence required • Flexible to travel to sites when required • Reports directly to Directors and Operations Manager • Full training provided on company systems and platforms • Role offers long-term career development as the business grows About the Client Our client delivers Electrical, Mechanical, Passive Fire and Main Contracting services across the UK and internationally. The business operates with a strong Zero Harm culture, placing Health, Safety and Compliance at the centre of its operations. Equality & Diversity Our client is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are treated fairly and can thrive.