Cosmetic Repair Technician Birmingham Competitive Salary Full-Time Permanent Acorn by Synergie is hiring experienced Cosmetic Repair Technicians on behalf of our client, a well-established and respected family-run construction company based in Caldicot, Monmouthshire. With over 40 years of pedigree, they have grown to become one of the largest sealants specialists in the UK, operating from seven offices across England, Scotland, and Wales. The Role: We are looking for experienced Cosmetic Repair Technicians to carry out on-site repairs to damaged surfaces across residential and commercial properties. This hands-on, mobile role involves restoring surfaces such as kitchen worktops, UPVC, stone, brick, metal, ceramics, wood, and laminates to like-new condition. Excellent attention to detail and a strong understanding of repair techniques are essential. Key Responsibilities: Perform high-quality cosmetic repairs to various surfaces including doors, window frames, baths, sinks, tiles, worktops, and flooring. Colour-match and blend materials to ensure seamless finishes. Accurately assess damage and determine appropriate repair techniques. Use hand tools, fillers, paints, and polishing equipment effectively. Liaise professionally with site managers and clients. Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures on-site. Maintain accurate job records and reports. About You: Proven experience in cosmetic surface repairs within construction or property maintenance. Skilled in surface restoration, colour matching, and fine finishing. Ability to work independently and manage time effectively. Full UK driving licence (or equivalent) required. CSCS card preferred or willingness to obtain. Strong problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude. Excellent communication and customer service skills. What We Offer: Competitive salary with potential for overtime and bonuses. Company vehicle and fuel card (if applicable). Tools, materials, and uniform provided. Ongoing training and support. Opportunities for progression within a growing company. Supportive, team-focused work environment. Interested? Apply with a CV or contact Tom at the Acorn by Synergie Head Office in Newport today! Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Cosmetic Repair Technician Birmingham Competitive Salary Full-Time Permanent Acorn by Synergie is hiring experienced Cosmetic Repair Technicians on behalf of our client, a well-established and respected family-run construction company based in Caldicot, Monmouthshire. With over 40 years of pedigree, they have grown to become one of the largest sealants specialists in the UK, operating from seven offices across England, Scotland, and Wales. The Role: We are looking for experienced Cosmetic Repair Technicians to carry out on-site repairs to damaged surfaces across residential and commercial properties. This hands-on, mobile role involves restoring surfaces such as kitchen worktops, UPVC, stone, brick, metal, ceramics, wood, and laminates to like-new condition. Excellent attention to detail and a strong understanding of repair techniques are essential. Key Responsibilities: Perform high-quality cosmetic repairs to various surfaces including doors, window frames, baths, sinks, tiles, worktops, and flooring. Colour-match and blend materials to ensure seamless finishes. Accurately assess damage and determine appropriate repair techniques. Use hand tools, fillers, paints, and polishing equipment effectively. Liaise professionally with site managers and clients. Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures on-site. Maintain accurate job records and reports. About You: Proven experience in cosmetic surface repairs within construction or property maintenance. Skilled in surface restoration, colour matching, and fine finishing. Ability to work independently and manage time effectively. Full UK driving licence (or equivalent) required. CSCS card preferred or willingness to obtain. Strong problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude. Excellent communication and customer service skills. What We Offer: Competitive salary with potential for overtime and bonuses. Company vehicle and fuel card (if applicable). Tools, materials, and uniform provided. Ongoing training and support. Opportunities for progression within a growing company. Supportive, team-focused work environment. Interested? Apply with a CV or contact Tom at the Acorn by Synergie Head Office in Newport today! Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
Cosmetic Repair Technician Reading Competitive Salary Full-Time Permanent Acorn by Synergie is recruiting experienced Cosmetic Repair Technicians on behalf of a well-established, family-run construction company based in Caldicot, Monmouthshire. With over 40 years of expertise, our client is one of the UK's largest sealants specialists, operating from seven offices across England, Scotland, and Wales. The Role: You will carry out on-site cosmetic repairs to damaged surfaces across residential and commercial properties. This hands-on, mobile role requires excellent attention to detail and strong knowledge of repair techniques to restore surfaces such as kitchen worktops, UPVC, stone, brick, metal, ceramics, wood, and laminates to like-new condition. Key Responsibilities: Perform high-quality cosmetic repairs to doors, window frames, baths, sinks, tiles, worktops, flooring, and other surfaces. Colour-match and blend materials to achieve seamless finishes. Accurately assess damage and determine appropriate repair methods. Use hand tools, fillers, paints, and polishing equipment effectively. Liaise professionally with site managers and clients. Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures on-site. Maintain accurate job records and reports. About You: Proven experience in cosmetic surface repairs within construction or property maintenance. Skilled in surface restoration, colour matching, and fine finishing. Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively. Full UK driving licence (or equivalent) required. CSCS card preferred or willingness to obtain. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, can-do attitude. Excellent communication and customer service skills. What We Offer: Competitive salary with opportunities for overtime and bonuses. Company vehicle and fuel card (if applicable). Tools, materials, and uniform provided. Ongoing training and support. Opportunities for career progression within a growing company. Supportive, team-focused working environment. Interested? Apply with your CV or contact Tom at the Acorn by Synergie Head Office in Newport today! Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Cosmetic Repair Technician Reading Competitive Salary Full-Time Permanent Acorn by Synergie is recruiting experienced Cosmetic Repair Technicians on behalf of a well-established, family-run construction company based in Caldicot, Monmouthshire. With over 40 years of expertise, our client is one of the UK's largest sealants specialists, operating from seven offices across England, Scotland, and Wales. The Role: You will carry out on-site cosmetic repairs to damaged surfaces across residential and commercial properties. This hands-on, mobile role requires excellent attention to detail and strong knowledge of repair techniques to restore surfaces such as kitchen worktops, UPVC, stone, brick, metal, ceramics, wood, and laminates to like-new condition. Key Responsibilities: Perform high-quality cosmetic repairs to doors, window frames, baths, sinks, tiles, worktops, flooring, and other surfaces. Colour-match and blend materials to achieve seamless finishes. Accurately assess damage and determine appropriate repair methods. Use hand tools, fillers, paints, and polishing equipment effectively. Liaise professionally with site managers and clients. Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures on-site. Maintain accurate job records and reports. About You: Proven experience in cosmetic surface repairs within construction or property maintenance. Skilled in surface restoration, colour matching, and fine finishing. Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively. Full UK driving licence (or equivalent) required. CSCS card preferred or willingness to obtain. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, can-do attitude. Excellent communication and customer service skills. What We Offer: Competitive salary with opportunities for overtime and bonuses. Company vehicle and fuel card (if applicable). Tools, materials, and uniform provided. Ongoing training and support. Opportunities for career progression within a growing company. Supportive, team-focused working environment. Interested? Apply with your CV or contact Tom at the Acorn by Synergie Head Office in Newport today! Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
Residential Building Surveyor York / Harrogate 50k + Car Allowance + Benefits Are you a Residential Building Surveyor looking to take your career to the next level with a respected consultancy? I'm working in partnership with a well-established, independent surveying firm with offices in York and Harrogate, currently seeking a skilled and experienced Residential Building Surveyor to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified surveyor with at least 5 years' post-qualification experience who is confident delivering high-quality residential surveys, reporting, and contract administration services. The Role: As a key member of the team, you will: Carry out RICS Level 2 & Level 3 residential building surveys, defect analysis, reinstatement cost assessments, and Homebuyer reports. Manage and deliver small-scale residential projects, including preparing specifications, tender documents, and cost plans. Provide expert advice to clients and liaise professionally with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders. Undertake contract administration and project management duties on residential refurbishments and maintenance schemes. Identify new business opportunities and represent the company at client and networking meetings. What We're Looking For: Minimum 5 years' experience in residential surveying. A solid understanding of housing defects, construction methods, and property legislation. Highly professional with strong client-facing and communication skills. Organised, commercially aware, and confident working independently or as part of a team. Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle. Why Apply? Join a highly reputable, independent consultancy with a strong client base and ambitious growth plans across Yorkshire. Enjoy genuine flexibility with hybrid working options and the ability to manage your own diary. Clear pathways for career progression, with mentoring and support for expanding your skillset or moving into more senior roles. Access to ongoing CPD and training, ensuring you stay ahead in your field and maintain RICS compliance with ease. Work with a diverse portfolio of interesting and often high-value residential properties, keeping your work varied and engaging. A competitive salary, generous car allowance, pension, holiday allowance, and additional perks to reward your expertise and dedication. If this sounds like the next step in your career, please apply or contact Charlie Voss on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed).
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Residential Building Surveyor York / Harrogate 50k + Car Allowance + Benefits Are you a Residential Building Surveyor looking to take your career to the next level with a respected consultancy? I'm working in partnership with a well-established, independent surveying firm with offices in York and Harrogate, currently seeking a skilled and experienced Residential Building Surveyor to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified surveyor with at least 5 years' post-qualification experience who is confident delivering high-quality residential surveys, reporting, and contract administration services. The Role: As a key member of the team, you will: Carry out RICS Level 2 & Level 3 residential building surveys, defect analysis, reinstatement cost assessments, and Homebuyer reports. Manage and deliver small-scale residential projects, including preparing specifications, tender documents, and cost plans. Provide expert advice to clients and liaise professionally with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders. Undertake contract administration and project management duties on residential refurbishments and maintenance schemes. Identify new business opportunities and represent the company at client and networking meetings. What We're Looking For: Minimum 5 years' experience in residential surveying. A solid understanding of housing defects, construction methods, and property legislation. Highly professional with strong client-facing and communication skills. Organised, commercially aware, and confident working independently or as part of a team. Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle. Why Apply? Join a highly reputable, independent consultancy with a strong client base and ambitious growth plans across Yorkshire. Enjoy genuine flexibility with hybrid working options and the ability to manage your own diary. Clear pathways for career progression, with mentoring and support for expanding your skillset or moving into more senior roles. Access to ongoing CPD and training, ensuring you stay ahead in your field and maintain RICS compliance with ease. Work with a diverse portfolio of interesting and often high-value residential properties, keeping your work varied and engaging. A competitive salary, generous car allowance, pension, holiday allowance, and additional perks to reward your expertise and dedication. If this sounds like the next step in your career, please apply or contact Charlie Voss on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed).
Interim Principal Estates Surveyor Location: Greater Manchester (Hybrid - flexible working) Contract: Initial 3 months (potential to extend) Spencer Clarke Group are seeking an experienced Interim Principal Surveyor to join a small but busy Estates Team and provide professional expertise across a varied caseload. Reporting to the Head of Estates, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality estate management services, ensuring effective use and performance of the Council's property portfolio. Key Responsibilities Undertake a diverse caseload including valuation, landlord and tenant work, disposals, property reviews, and general estate management. Support the annual asset valuation programme, carrying out valuations and liaising with the Finance Team. Assist with the management of the Council's three managed workspace centres, working closely with the Business Centres Manager and support staff. Provide professional advice and guidance on estate management matters to ensure best value and compliance. About You Proven experience in estate management, valuation, landlord and tenant matters, and disposals. Strong knowledge of property law, valuation practices, and estate management within a local authority or similar environment. Ability to work independently, manage a varied workload, and contribute effectively to a small, collaborative team. MRICS or working towards is desirable. How to Apply If you're interested in applying, please apply now with your CV and contact Joe O'Halloran at Spencer Clarke Group on (phone number removed).
Sep 04, 2025
Contract
Interim Principal Estates Surveyor Location: Greater Manchester (Hybrid - flexible working) Contract: Initial 3 months (potential to extend) Spencer Clarke Group are seeking an experienced Interim Principal Surveyor to join a small but busy Estates Team and provide professional expertise across a varied caseload. Reporting to the Head of Estates, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality estate management services, ensuring effective use and performance of the Council's property portfolio. Key Responsibilities Undertake a diverse caseload including valuation, landlord and tenant work, disposals, property reviews, and general estate management. Support the annual asset valuation programme, carrying out valuations and liaising with the Finance Team. Assist with the management of the Council's three managed workspace centres, working closely with the Business Centres Manager and support staff. Provide professional advice and guidance on estate management matters to ensure best value and compliance. About You Proven experience in estate management, valuation, landlord and tenant matters, and disposals. Strong knowledge of property law, valuation practices, and estate management within a local authority or similar environment. Ability to work independently, manage a varied workload, and contribute effectively to a small, collaborative team. MRICS or working towards is desirable. How to Apply If you're interested in applying, please apply now with your CV and contact Joe O'Halloran at Spencer Clarke Group on (phone number removed).
M&E Contract Manager Property Services - Housing Repairs Up To £70,000 plus benefits Our client, a large local authority based in East London, are looking for an experienced M&E Contract Manager to run their M&E and compliance workstreams. We have an opportunity for an experienced Service Delivery Manager to us and lead the M&E function in our responsive repairs division. Key focus will be on ensuring timely, compliant and high quality approach to works. Managing a team of direct and indirect reports (including supervisors, trade operatives, and engineers), you will oversee daily team operations to ensure efficiency and effectiveness and aim to identify and implement operational efficiencies to ensure the M&E programme of works are completed effectively, compliantly, offer value for money solutions and achieve a high level of customer satisfaction. Due to the complex nature of the work stream, prior experience of managing M&E services, demonstrable stakeholder and contract management experience is essential. Duties include: Ensure team performance meets and exceeds KPIs. Ensure customer-focused services and positive experiences, promoting excellent customer care practices. Lead responses to residents queries, complaints, and feedback professionally. Manage and review operational risk registers to meet client expectations. Ensure successful service delivery through effective supply chain management. Manage contractors for procurement, commissioning, and service demands. Improve efficiency and output of repairs and maintenance services. Attend site meetings to resolve operational and technical issues. Ensure accurate cost information for projects, recover incurred costs, and authorise sub-contractor payments. Record work-in-progress, conduct inspections, and compile improvement plans. Provide timely reports on project performance, targets, and budgets. Stay updated on contract management practices and legislation. Represent the company and liaise with stakeholders; stand in for the Head of Service when needed. Manage the workforce and delivery of work programmes, ensuring technical direction, quality, and cost control. Develop solutions to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer experience. Promote health, safety, and wellbeing in all work aspects. Oversee commercial management and cost control of contracts up to £5m, ensuring adherence to financial policies and procedures. Manage financial risks for projects and audit sub-contractor accounts. Implement the company s performance management approach, supporting and guiding staff. Follow company policies for performance & absence management. Promote high-quality, customer-led services that comply with company policies and industry standards and regulations. Maintain a commercial focus for efficient service delivery. Qualifications & Experience: Experience of managing within a commercial R&M construction contractor environment to deliver M&E services / projects to quality standards, within time and budget and to customer s satisfaction. HNC (or equivalent) in building. Proven experience in managing housing M&E workstreams, In-depth knowledge of housing legislation, including the Housing Act 2004 Degree (or equivalent) in building related subject or housing management. Membership of a professionally recognised construction industry body i.e. RICS, CIOB Direct experience of managing the operational delivery, including management of resources, work planning, customer engagement, quality assurance, to time and within budget. Experience of working within a commercialised environment. Experience of contributing to the development of solutions to improve efficiency, reduce costs, improve quality and customer experience. Proven track record of supply chain management within a commercial project management environment. Experience of representing a company as a contract manager / representative. Full clean manual UK driving Licence. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and reputable business. My client are offering an excellent salary & package and benefits. If this role is of interest please apply or contact Danny Mangan. Fortus Recruitment Group Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Fortus Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
M&E Contract Manager Property Services - Housing Repairs Up To £70,000 plus benefits Our client, a large local authority based in East London, are looking for an experienced M&E Contract Manager to run their M&E and compliance workstreams. We have an opportunity for an experienced Service Delivery Manager to us and lead the M&E function in our responsive repairs division. Key focus will be on ensuring timely, compliant and high quality approach to works. Managing a team of direct and indirect reports (including supervisors, trade operatives, and engineers), you will oversee daily team operations to ensure efficiency and effectiveness and aim to identify and implement operational efficiencies to ensure the M&E programme of works are completed effectively, compliantly, offer value for money solutions and achieve a high level of customer satisfaction. Due to the complex nature of the work stream, prior experience of managing M&E services, demonstrable stakeholder and contract management experience is essential. Duties include: Ensure team performance meets and exceeds KPIs. Ensure customer-focused services and positive experiences, promoting excellent customer care practices. Lead responses to residents queries, complaints, and feedback professionally. Manage and review operational risk registers to meet client expectations. Ensure successful service delivery through effective supply chain management. Manage contractors for procurement, commissioning, and service demands. Improve efficiency and output of repairs and maintenance services. Attend site meetings to resolve operational and technical issues. Ensure accurate cost information for projects, recover incurred costs, and authorise sub-contractor payments. Record work-in-progress, conduct inspections, and compile improvement plans. Provide timely reports on project performance, targets, and budgets. Stay updated on contract management practices and legislation. Represent the company and liaise with stakeholders; stand in for the Head of Service when needed. Manage the workforce and delivery of work programmes, ensuring technical direction, quality, and cost control. Develop solutions to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer experience. Promote health, safety, and wellbeing in all work aspects. Oversee commercial management and cost control of contracts up to £5m, ensuring adherence to financial policies and procedures. Manage financial risks for projects and audit sub-contractor accounts. Implement the company s performance management approach, supporting and guiding staff. Follow company policies for performance & absence management. Promote high-quality, customer-led services that comply with company policies and industry standards and regulations. Maintain a commercial focus for efficient service delivery. Qualifications & Experience: Experience of managing within a commercial R&M construction contractor environment to deliver M&E services / projects to quality standards, within time and budget and to customer s satisfaction. HNC (or equivalent) in building. Proven experience in managing housing M&E workstreams, In-depth knowledge of housing legislation, including the Housing Act 2004 Degree (or equivalent) in building related subject or housing management. Membership of a professionally recognised construction industry body i.e. RICS, CIOB Direct experience of managing the operational delivery, including management of resources, work planning, customer engagement, quality assurance, to time and within budget. Experience of working within a commercialised environment. Experience of contributing to the development of solutions to improve efficiency, reduce costs, improve quality and customer experience. Proven track record of supply chain management within a commercial project management environment. Experience of representing a company as a contract manager / representative. Full clean manual UK driving Licence. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and reputable business. My client are offering an excellent salary & package and benefits. If this role is of interest please apply or contact Danny Mangan. Fortus Recruitment Group Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Fortus Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer
Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for delivering exceptional repair services? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and know how to embed a culture of excellence? If so, we want to hear from you. Our client is a national housing provider who is looking for a Head of Responsive Repairs to lead their large Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) and oversee the delivery of a high-performing, customer-focused repairs service. You ll be responsible for driving operational excellence, improving service outcomes, and fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the DLO team including Managers, Supervisors and Operatives, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of responsive repairs Develop and implement strategies to improve service performance, customer satisfaction, and value for money Embed a high-performance culture through coaching, clear KPIs, and continuous improvement Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to enhance service delivery and resident experience Ensure compliance with health and safety, regulatory standards, and best practice About You Proven senior leadership experience managing a large DLO within a housing or property services environment Strong track record of driving performance and service improvement Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into operational success Passionate about delivering high-quality services that make a real difference to residents If you would like to join a purpose-driven organisation making a tangible impact across London, lead a critical service area with the autonomy to innovate and improve within a supportive, inclusive culture and strong leadership team, we d love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Elise at Build Recruitment for more information.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for delivering exceptional repair services? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and know how to embed a culture of excellence? If so, we want to hear from you. Our client is a national housing provider who is looking for a Head of Responsive Repairs to lead their large Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) and oversee the delivery of a high-performing, customer-focused repairs service. You ll be responsible for driving operational excellence, improving service outcomes, and fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the DLO team including Managers, Supervisors and Operatives, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of responsive repairs Develop and implement strategies to improve service performance, customer satisfaction, and value for money Embed a high-performance culture through coaching, clear KPIs, and continuous improvement Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to enhance service delivery and resident experience Ensure compliance with health and safety, regulatory standards, and best practice About You Proven senior leadership experience managing a large DLO within a housing or property services environment Strong track record of driving performance and service improvement Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into operational success Passionate about delivering high-quality services that make a real difference to residents If you would like to join a purpose-driven organisation making a tangible impact across London, lead a critical service area with the autonomy to innovate and improve within a supportive, inclusive culture and strong leadership team, we d love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Elise at Build Recruitment for more information.
Interim Property Operational Manager £95.81p/h Umbrella (INSIDE IR35) 3 Months Initially (with view for extension in place) Central Bedfordshire Council Hybrid Working What will you do? Lead and develop the Council's Operational estates, facilities, maintenance, and minor work Oversee a robust maintenance management system (planned and reactive), ensuring operational compliance and strategic delivery Manage cleaning, security, and maintenance services-leading procurement, contractor performance, and value-for-money evaluations. Act as Contract Manager with responsibility for contract governance, supplier relationships, and performance outcomes. Oversee investment planning and minor works across our estate, including upgrades, repairs, and compliance with lease obligations. Identify service-wide objectives, manage risk, and ensure the development and performance of your teams. Support the Head of Asset Management in embedding the Corporate Landlord approach across the Council. Deputise for the Head of Asset Management What do you need? To be successful in your application for this role you will need to demonstrate ALL the following on application and through the interview process: UK Resident MUST have minimum 3 years' experience within social housing Facilities and Estates Management-including lease and landlord-tenant knowledge. A degree-qualified professional in Facilities or Estates Management with substantial experience in large, multi-site organisations. Proven track record in leading change, managing high-value contracts, and driving service innovation. Exceptional financial management skills to oversee a multi-million-pound service. Strong customer focus and ability to balance operational delivery with strategic oversight. Experience in people leadership, performance development, and team management. A proactive, flexible approach and willingness to participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota. What to do next? This role will move quickly and is unique opportunity. To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV before Sunday 7th September
Sep 03, 2025
Contract
Interim Property Operational Manager £95.81p/h Umbrella (INSIDE IR35) 3 Months Initially (with view for extension in place) Central Bedfordshire Council Hybrid Working What will you do? Lead and develop the Council's Operational estates, facilities, maintenance, and minor work Oversee a robust maintenance management system (planned and reactive), ensuring operational compliance and strategic delivery Manage cleaning, security, and maintenance services-leading procurement, contractor performance, and value-for-money evaluations. Act as Contract Manager with responsibility for contract governance, supplier relationships, and performance outcomes. Oversee investment planning and minor works across our estate, including upgrades, repairs, and compliance with lease obligations. Identify service-wide objectives, manage risk, and ensure the development and performance of your teams. Support the Head of Asset Management in embedding the Corporate Landlord approach across the Council. Deputise for the Head of Asset Management What do you need? To be successful in your application for this role you will need to demonstrate ALL the following on application and through the interview process: UK Resident MUST have minimum 3 years' experience within social housing Facilities and Estates Management-including lease and landlord-tenant knowledge. A degree-qualified professional in Facilities or Estates Management with substantial experience in large, multi-site organisations. Proven track record in leading change, managing high-value contracts, and driving service innovation. Exceptional financial management skills to oversee a multi-million-pound service. Strong customer focus and ability to balance operational delivery with strategic oversight. Experience in people leadership, performance development, and team management. A proactive, flexible approach and willingness to participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota. What to do next? This role will move quickly and is unique opportunity. To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV before Sunday 7th September
HEAD OF BUILDING SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE Our client is an award-winning firm of chartered building surveyors serving key property management clients. A medium-size, director-led consultancy focused on quality service rather than high-volume business offering a personal and streamlined service, partnering with key residential (/commercial) management clients and residential blocks to take care of core building surveying services. There is now a necessity for a Head of Compliance / Compliance Manager to manging all client building safety elements across the business. You will be instrumental in identifying opportunities for continual improvement in all aspects of building safety and compliance and other health and safety related elements Principle Duties & Responsibilities: Building Safety Act Support all business areas to operate in line with the Building Safety Act (BSA) and associated regulations, keeping under review changes in Health & Fire Safety legislation. Ensure all associated compliance policies and current contracts / instructions, procedures and workflows are updated in line with future changes Ensure all projects are operated in accordance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and are registered with the Building Safety Regulator in the required timescales. Provide timely and detailed specialist professional and technical advice on all matters relating to the BSA. Act as a champion for building safety and work in partnership with other teams providing guidance, advice and support on technical matters. Facilitate stakeholder training relating to Building Safety Act 2022. Work with site-based teams to ensure policies are understood and implemented ensuring they can easily complete and evidence compliance checks. Experience and Skills: In depth knowledge of the Building Safet Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021, Fire Safety 2022, and associated regulations. Level 6 Certificate in Fire Safety for Construction/ Building Safety Management NEBOSH or similar/equivalent H&S qualification. Strong project management skills Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) to engage with stakeholders Experience managing time effectively remaining highly organised, responsive and reliable On offer is a highly competitive package, a good work/life balance and CPD. For further information and a confidential discussion, please contact Danny on (phone number removed) / (url removed)
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
HEAD OF BUILDING SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE Our client is an award-winning firm of chartered building surveyors serving key property management clients. A medium-size, director-led consultancy focused on quality service rather than high-volume business offering a personal and streamlined service, partnering with key residential (/commercial) management clients and residential blocks to take care of core building surveying services. There is now a necessity for a Head of Compliance / Compliance Manager to manging all client building safety elements across the business. You will be instrumental in identifying opportunities for continual improvement in all aspects of building safety and compliance and other health and safety related elements Principle Duties & Responsibilities: Building Safety Act Support all business areas to operate in line with the Building Safety Act (BSA) and associated regulations, keeping under review changes in Health & Fire Safety legislation. Ensure all associated compliance policies and current contracts / instructions, procedures and workflows are updated in line with future changes Ensure all projects are operated in accordance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and are registered with the Building Safety Regulator in the required timescales. Provide timely and detailed specialist professional and technical advice on all matters relating to the BSA. Act as a champion for building safety and work in partnership with other teams providing guidance, advice and support on technical matters. Facilitate stakeholder training relating to Building Safety Act 2022. Work with site-based teams to ensure policies are understood and implemented ensuring they can easily complete and evidence compliance checks. Experience and Skills: In depth knowledge of the Building Safet Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021, Fire Safety 2022, and associated regulations. Level 6 Certificate in Fire Safety for Construction/ Building Safety Management NEBOSH or similar/equivalent H&S qualification. Strong project management skills Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) to engage with stakeholders Experience managing time effectively remaining highly organised, responsive and reliable On offer is a highly competitive package, a good work/life balance and CPD. For further information and a confidential discussion, please contact Danny on (phone number removed) / (url removed)
Are you an experienced Customer Services Manager, Office Manager, Administrative Lead, or Member Services Manager? Can you take ownership of administrative process whilst supporting customers and building relationships? If this description fits, then let Informed Recruitment help you achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity as a Member Services. Informed Recruitment are a specialist provider of resource to the Construction & Property Technology markets, we are delighted to be partnering with a Social Enterprise undertaking an exciting expansion and looking to bolster their customer service provision. The objective of the role will be to support departments heads to ensure outstanding customer services are provided to customer and supply chain partners. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include engaging with and supporting members; drafting, sending, tracking & chasing new membership packs, as well as member reviews packs for existing members; compiling management, operational, and supply chain reports; the identification of potential new members as well as competitor analysis; attending member and operational meetings; spend monitoring; attending conferences and events; drafting social media content and managing bulk email communications; maintaining audit files; taking ownership of the accounts of smaller members; supporting contract pack creating; and identifying additional opportunities with which to support members. Background Well-trodden paths into this role include: Construction and Development - managing customer service, accounts, or administration for construction companies, development & regeneration, or modular builders. Customer Services / Account Management - A successful track record as an account management/customer success management/customer service management professional with a successful track record of looking after customers, building relationships, and promoting services. Any experience of working with procurement frameworks or within the housing or property sectors would be beneficial. Office Manager - Experience in taking responsibility of the smooth running of office processes and documentation to provide a seamless and efficient customer experience. Property background - Experience as a Social Housing professional with subject matter expertise in Assets, Property Services, Development or Building Safety looking for a new challenge. Supply Chain/Merchants - Experience working within the supply chain providing materials, goods, and services to the Housing, Construction, Building Safety, Asset Management, &/or Property services sectors with knowledge of the relevant goods, services, prices, and people. Essential Skills Self-starter with a positive approach with a background in customer services or account management. A consultative approach based on looking after customers, building positive relationships, and with the ability to turn ideas into action and results. The ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently. A good understanding of creating value and managing costs. The ability to engage with prospective customers at conferences, seminars, and workshops. Strong MS Office skills . Highly Desirable / Will Strengthen Application Experience of the current Construction, or Property Asset Management market(s), including current issues within development, compliance, building safety, property services, construction, and/or property asset management. A base understanding of procurement As an individual you will be an excellent communicator, adept at liaising at all levels with a variety of stakeholders. You will also be highly analytical with a keen eye for problem solving and meticulous attention to detail & record keeping. This role is hybrid based, with some time spent in an office in Birmingham, some time working from home. Other team members are based in South Birmingham and Worcestershire. This is an exciting time to join the organisation and your contribution will certainly be felt, in return you will receive a very competitive salary, car allowance, life assurance, healthcare and benefits package with a generous holiday allowance. Interviews are available now, so please apply without delay to secure your slot! Informed Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Agency in respect to this vacancy as defined by the Employment Agencies Act. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Informed Recruitment is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests'. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website.
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
Are you an experienced Customer Services Manager, Office Manager, Administrative Lead, or Member Services Manager? Can you take ownership of administrative process whilst supporting customers and building relationships? If this description fits, then let Informed Recruitment help you achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity as a Member Services. Informed Recruitment are a specialist provider of resource to the Construction & Property Technology markets, we are delighted to be partnering with a Social Enterprise undertaking an exciting expansion and looking to bolster their customer service provision. The objective of the role will be to support departments heads to ensure outstanding customer services are provided to customer and supply chain partners. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include engaging with and supporting members; drafting, sending, tracking & chasing new membership packs, as well as member reviews packs for existing members; compiling management, operational, and supply chain reports; the identification of potential new members as well as competitor analysis; attending member and operational meetings; spend monitoring; attending conferences and events; drafting social media content and managing bulk email communications; maintaining audit files; taking ownership of the accounts of smaller members; supporting contract pack creating; and identifying additional opportunities with which to support members. Background Well-trodden paths into this role include: Construction and Development - managing customer service, accounts, or administration for construction companies, development & regeneration, or modular builders. Customer Services / Account Management - A successful track record as an account management/customer success management/customer service management professional with a successful track record of looking after customers, building relationships, and promoting services. Any experience of working with procurement frameworks or within the housing or property sectors would be beneficial. Office Manager - Experience in taking responsibility of the smooth running of office processes and documentation to provide a seamless and efficient customer experience. Property background - Experience as a Social Housing professional with subject matter expertise in Assets, Property Services, Development or Building Safety looking for a new challenge. Supply Chain/Merchants - Experience working within the supply chain providing materials, goods, and services to the Housing, Construction, Building Safety, Asset Management, &/or Property services sectors with knowledge of the relevant goods, services, prices, and people. Essential Skills Self-starter with a positive approach with a background in customer services or account management. A consultative approach based on looking after customers, building positive relationships, and with the ability to turn ideas into action and results. The ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently. A good understanding of creating value and managing costs. The ability to engage with prospective customers at conferences, seminars, and workshops. Strong MS Office skills . Highly Desirable / Will Strengthen Application Experience of the current Construction, or Property Asset Management market(s), including current issues within development, compliance, building safety, property services, construction, and/or property asset management. A base understanding of procurement As an individual you will be an excellent communicator, adept at liaising at all levels with a variety of stakeholders. You will also be highly analytical with a keen eye for problem solving and meticulous attention to detail & record keeping. This role is hybrid based, with some time spent in an office in Birmingham, some time working from home. Other team members are based in South Birmingham and Worcestershire. This is an exciting time to join the organisation and your contribution will certainly be felt, in return you will receive a very competitive salary, car allowance, life assurance, healthcare and benefits package with a generous holiday allowance. Interviews are available now, so please apply without delay to secure your slot! Informed Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Agency in respect to this vacancy as defined by the Employment Agencies Act. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Informed Recruitment is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests'. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website.
Harte Consulting Ltd
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Harte Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a leading independent estate and letting agency with a strong presence in the property sector. Renowned for their expertise in residential lettings, property management and sales. They re now seeking a Head of Property Management to join their experienced team in Newcastle. This is a great opportunity for a confident, proactive professional ready to take the next step in their property career. As a Head of Property Management , you'll take on a leadership role overseeing and supporting a team of Property Managers to ensure all core processes are followed and service levels are consistently high. You ll be responsible for mentoring team members, coordinating workloads, arranging training, and ensuring compliance with the latest property legislation. The Package: Up to £35k basic, with OTE £40k plus! Monday to Friday 8:45am 5:00pm, (no weekends) Career progression opportunities in a fast-growing sector Buzzing, supportive team environment where success is celebrated 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Regular charity events and team initiatives Free street parking available The Head of Property Management Role: Support Property Managers across the lettings department Monitor property management processes to ensure compliance with core procedures Arrange training for new and current staff to achieve required competency levels Conduct regular meetings with Property Managers Keep Property Managers up to date with latest Fire & Safety legislation Monitor Branch Organiser to ensure all tasks are covered and no errors remain Balance PM workloads and provide adequate cover across defined areas Review and sign off project management tasks Oversee TDS deposit disbursement and ending registration Review TDS disputes prior to adjudication Conduct quarterly reviews for Property Managers alongside Managing Director Review and resolve complaints prior to escalation The Person: Previous experience as a Senior Property Manager (required) Customer-focused with experience in a service-oriented environment Strong administrative and IT skills and high attention to detail Experience supporting or mentoring colleagues Able to manage multiple priorities and balance workloads Positive, approachable, and proactive in a team environment ARLA or property related qualification is ideal
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
Harte Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a leading independent estate and letting agency with a strong presence in the property sector. Renowned for their expertise in residential lettings, property management and sales. They re now seeking a Head of Property Management to join their experienced team in Newcastle. This is a great opportunity for a confident, proactive professional ready to take the next step in their property career. As a Head of Property Management , you'll take on a leadership role overseeing and supporting a team of Property Managers to ensure all core processes are followed and service levels are consistently high. You ll be responsible for mentoring team members, coordinating workloads, arranging training, and ensuring compliance with the latest property legislation. The Package: Up to £35k basic, with OTE £40k plus! Monday to Friday 8:45am 5:00pm, (no weekends) Career progression opportunities in a fast-growing sector Buzzing, supportive team environment where success is celebrated 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Regular charity events and team initiatives Free street parking available The Head of Property Management Role: Support Property Managers across the lettings department Monitor property management processes to ensure compliance with core procedures Arrange training for new and current staff to achieve required competency levels Conduct regular meetings with Property Managers Keep Property Managers up to date with latest Fire & Safety legislation Monitor Branch Organiser to ensure all tasks are covered and no errors remain Balance PM workloads and provide adequate cover across defined areas Review and sign off project management tasks Oversee TDS deposit disbursement and ending registration Review TDS disputes prior to adjudication Conduct quarterly reviews for Property Managers alongside Managing Director Review and resolve complaints prior to escalation The Person: Previous experience as a Senior Property Manager (required) Customer-focused with experience in a service-oriented environment Strong administrative and IT skills and high attention to detail Experience supporting or mentoring colleagues Able to manage multiple priorities and balance workloads Positive, approachable, and proactive in a team environment ARLA or property related qualification is ideal
A client within the Public Sector based in Bristol is currently recruiting for a Head of Landlord Compliance and Building Safety to join their Housing Property Services Team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, temporary position on an ongoing basis with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority within a housing and compliance environment. The Role Key purpose of the role is to lead on landlord compliance, building safety and health & safety across housing services, ensuring statutory and regulatory requirements are met, strategies are developed, and a strong safety culture is embedded across the organisation. The postholder will be the "Responsible Person" and/or "Duty Holder" under relevant legislation, overseeing compliance assurance, audit, resident engagement and safety programme delivery. Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Lead landlord compliance commissioning teams, building safety team and residential safety programme. Act as the key point of contact with regulators on all compliance and building safety matters. Oversee and implement safety assurance and audit protocols, ensuring the Golden Thread of Building Safety. Develop and deliver compliance and health & safety strategies in line with legislation, regulation and corporate objectives. Ensure statutory requirements are met for Fire Safety, Gas, Electrical, Water/Legionella, Asbestos, LOLER and HHSRS. Manage large, complex budgets, contracts and supply chains to deliver efficient, customer-focused services. Lead on resident engagement, ensuring feedback informs service improvement. Deliver safety, compliance and assurance programmes on time, to budget and required standards. The Candidate To be considered for this role you will require: A relevant professional qualification in a property-related field or equivalent experience in property management. NEBOSH National and General Construction Certificate. The below skills would be beneficial for the role: Strong working knowledge of landlord compliance and health & safety regulations in social housing. Detailed understanding of the Building Safety Act, CDM Regulations and statutory standards (fire, water, gas, asbestos, electrical, LOLER). Proven leadership and people management skills with the ability to inspire and mentor colleagues. The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering 700 per day Umbrella LTD Inside IR35 (approx. 500 per day PAYE ). How to Apply If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to (url removed) or call Amy at Service Care Construction on (phone number removed) to discuss the vacancy in more detail. Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region. Referral Bonus If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a 250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.
Sep 02, 2025
Contract
A client within the Public Sector based in Bristol is currently recruiting for a Head of Landlord Compliance and Building Safety to join their Housing Property Services Team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, temporary position on an ongoing basis with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority within a housing and compliance environment. The Role Key purpose of the role is to lead on landlord compliance, building safety and health & safety across housing services, ensuring statutory and regulatory requirements are met, strategies are developed, and a strong safety culture is embedded across the organisation. The postholder will be the "Responsible Person" and/or "Duty Holder" under relevant legislation, overseeing compliance assurance, audit, resident engagement and safety programme delivery. Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Lead landlord compliance commissioning teams, building safety team and residential safety programme. Act as the key point of contact with regulators on all compliance and building safety matters. Oversee and implement safety assurance and audit protocols, ensuring the Golden Thread of Building Safety. Develop and deliver compliance and health & safety strategies in line with legislation, regulation and corporate objectives. Ensure statutory requirements are met for Fire Safety, Gas, Electrical, Water/Legionella, Asbestos, LOLER and HHSRS. Manage large, complex budgets, contracts and supply chains to deliver efficient, customer-focused services. Lead on resident engagement, ensuring feedback informs service improvement. Deliver safety, compliance and assurance programmes on time, to budget and required standards. The Candidate To be considered for this role you will require: A relevant professional qualification in a property-related field or equivalent experience in property management. NEBOSH National and General Construction Certificate. The below skills would be beneficial for the role: Strong working knowledge of landlord compliance and health & safety regulations in social housing. Detailed understanding of the Building Safety Act, CDM Regulations and statutory standards (fire, water, gas, asbestos, electrical, LOLER). Proven leadership and people management skills with the ability to inspire and mentor colleagues. The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering 700 per day Umbrella LTD Inside IR35 (approx. 500 per day PAYE ). How to Apply If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to (url removed) or call Amy at Service Care Construction on (phone number removed) to discuss the vacancy in more detail. Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region. Referral Bonus If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a 250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.
Our client, based in Chipping Sodbury , Bristol is one of the largest privately owned national Property Services companies in the UK with offices across England and Wales, in over 18 locations and 32 Business Units and are looking for a Trade/Construction Learning Development Specialist. Essentially we are looking for someone from a Trades / Construction environment, either a contractor or council / housing association involved in training and developing construction / trade skills. This is a doer rather than strategic. It s more the hands on experience of developing people on the job we are looking for. So you may be someone who has worked in construction / property services or Trades in Learning & Development ( L&D) or Organisational Development. If you have worked in Construction / Trades you will probably have knowledge of the CITB (Construction Industry Training Board) . The salary is £48,668 and as you will be going out into the business they have added a car allowance at £7,250 (£55,918) plus private health, life , pension to 7%, profit share ( 14% last year ) . You will be living within commute of Head Office in Chipping Sodbury . They are an established and leading property services company for over 75 years, based across England and Wales, in over 18 locations and 32 Business Units Their main client base are Housing Associations , Councils and Local Authorities They are at the forefront of delivering innovative planned and responsive services to the built environment. 1. Job Purpose: To design and develop blended learning programmes and solutions that support improvements in trade and operational skills. Enhance delivery, consistency and compliance, and drive operational excellence across the company . Consult with the business and develop the skills and capabilities of operational teams, ensuring training aligns with the organisation's strategic goals. Support the building of robust learning pathways, and fostering a high-performance culture Identification and management of external training partners for qualifications and skill development to upskill trades for effectiveness and efficiency (technical skills) Source and manage funding solutions with the CITB and other industry partners. 2. Key Accountabilities: Support the People Development Manager to ensure the workforce is qualified to deliver services to customers in compliance with the Building Safety Act Build robust CITB relationships and proactive management of development and funding opportunities. Work closely with Health & Safety Manager to drive safety standards across the operational business (Toolbox talks, comms days, operative behavioural training) Design and roll out robust operative/trade development training programmes for key skill areas, including qualifications to recognise skills (e.g. on-the-job training, booklets, buddy systems, and champions). Consult and collaborate with L&D Business Partners and the Programme Team to schedule operations design and delivery priorities and implement solutions such as Trainee Surveyors, Contracts Managers and Forepersons, to ensure progression opportunities and capability building Develop and deliver training on key operational, legal and safety initiatives Leverage external funding opportunities and partnerships to enhance the breadth and quality of training initiatives. And utilise funding and partnerships with trades to provide just-in-time training for upcoming projects. Design Induction and onboarding processes ensuring effective delivery for all new starters and promotions and automate processes to increase efficiency and unit involvement in early-stage employee engagement Content Curation & Development Work with subject matter experts to expand the digital learning offer with interactive and engaging modules. Design and improve mandatory and compliance training and collaborate on initiatives to align with industry regulations and best practices Regularly update the skills matrix to reflect current capabilities and future requirements across the organisation Deliver training initiatives to improve productivity for operatives and operational management teams, focusing on effective delivery Evaluate and enhance the toolbox talk programme, improving materials, delivery, and monitoring for quality and impact Support broader OD projects as required, ensuring alignment with organisational goals 3. Key Competencies: Training Design & Delivery. CITB Funding Practice. Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration. Operational and Trade Knowledge. Compliance & Regulatory Awareness. Digital & Automated Learning Systems. Project & Programme Management. Continuous Improvement & Innovation. Communication & Influence. 4. Core Behaviours Excellent communication, influence, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills Proactive Problem-Solving Anticipates training needs and develops solutions before issues arise Collaboration & Relationship Building Works effectively with internal teams, operational leaders, and external partners Adaptability & Resilience Adjusts training approaches in response to changing business needs and operational challenges Empathy & Supportiveness Understands the challenges of operational roles and tailors training to be practical and relevant Accountability & Ownership Takes responsibility for delivering high-quality training with measurable impact Continuous Improvement Mindset Regularly reviews training effectiveness and seeks ways to enhance programmes Innovation & Creativity Finds new ways to engage operatives and improve learning retention 5. Specialist Behaviours : Research, Design, Development, Delivery and Facilitation skill Skilled in creating engaging, structured training materials and facilitating sessions for diverse audiences Excellent facilitation, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills Organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously 6. Other Background Knowledge Prior Experience Proven experience in designing and delivering operational training within a trade, construction, or maintenance environment Strong knowledge of compliance, safeguarding, and risk management in operational settings Demonstrable experience in developing and implementing trade-specific learning programmes and professional development pathways Technical Skills: IT literacy, confident in use of MS Office applications and other IT software e.g Canva, Articulate, Open AI to design documents In-depth understanding and ability to apply learning and development methodologies, tools, and best practices Intellectual Ability: Relevant qualifications in L&D, training, or a related discipline Assessor or trainer qualifications (e.g., AET, CTTLS) desirable Knowledge or experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) is a plus . Benefits package: Be part of the company profit share scheme (14% of base salary achieved last year) Let us help you prepare for your future with an enhanced employer pension contribution of up to 7% 23 days annual leave (rising to 25) plus buy up to 5 days or sell up to 3 days per year Annual pay reviews Life Insurance and Medical Insurance Enhanced maternity/ paternity pay Training and development opportunities Exclusive discounts from our preferred suppliers Access to the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity to support your health and wellbeing, including free legal and financial advice. learning and developmntt trade construction property sevices trades maintenance train ing coaching learning bristol lms apprentice apprentices car travel bonus profit share bath chippenham gloceester region regional l&d Learning and development training learning and development trade construction property sevices trades maintenance training coaching learning bristol lms apprentice apprentices car travel bonus profit share bath chippenham gloucester region regional l&d Learning and development training learning and development trade construction property sevices trades maintenance training coaching learning bristol lms apprenitice apprentices car travel bonus profit share bath chippenham gloucester region regional l&d Learning and development training learning and development trade construction property sevices trades maintenance training coaching learning bristol lms apprenitice apprentices car travel bonus profit share bath chippenham gloucester region regional l&d Learning and development training bristol bristol
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Our client, based in Chipping Sodbury , Bristol is one of the largest privately owned national Property Services companies in the UK with offices across England and Wales, in over 18 locations and 32 Business Units and are looking for a Trade/Construction Learning Development Specialist. Essentially we are looking for someone from a Trades / Construction environment, either a contractor or council / housing association involved in training and developing construction / trade skills. This is a doer rather than strategic. It s more the hands on experience of developing people on the job we are looking for. So you may be someone who has worked in construction / property services or Trades in Learning & Development ( L&D) or Organisational Development. If you have worked in Construction / Trades you will probably have knowledge of the CITB (Construction Industry Training Board) . The salary is £48,668 and as you will be going out into the business they have added a car allowance at £7,250 (£55,918) plus private health, life , pension to 7%, profit share ( 14% last year ) . You will be living within commute of Head Office in Chipping Sodbury . They are an established and leading property services company for over 75 years, based across England and Wales, in over 18 locations and 32 Business Units Their main client base are Housing Associations , Councils and Local Authorities They are at the forefront of delivering innovative planned and responsive services to the built environment. 1. Job Purpose: To design and develop blended learning programmes and solutions that support improvements in trade and operational skills. Enhance delivery, consistency and compliance, and drive operational excellence across the company . Consult with the business and develop the skills and capabilities of operational teams, ensuring training aligns with the organisation's strategic goals. Support the building of robust learning pathways, and fostering a high-performance culture Identification and management of external training partners for qualifications and skill development to upskill trades for effectiveness and efficiency (technical skills) Source and manage funding solutions with the CITB and other industry partners. 2. Key Accountabilities: Support the People Development Manager to ensure the workforce is qualified to deliver services to customers in compliance with the Building Safety Act Build robust CITB relationships and proactive management of development and funding opportunities. Work closely with Health & Safety Manager to drive safety standards across the operational business (Toolbox talks, comms days, operative behavioural training) Design and roll out robust operative/trade development training programmes for key skill areas, including qualifications to recognise skills (e.g. on-the-job training, booklets, buddy systems, and champions). Consult and collaborate with L&D Business Partners and the Programme Team to schedule operations design and delivery priorities and implement solutions such as Trainee Surveyors, Contracts Managers and Forepersons, to ensure progression opportunities and capability building Develop and deliver training on key operational, legal and safety initiatives Leverage external funding opportunities and partnerships to enhance the breadth and quality of training initiatives. And utilise funding and partnerships with trades to provide just-in-time training for upcoming projects. Design Induction and onboarding processes ensuring effective delivery for all new starters and promotions and automate processes to increase efficiency and unit involvement in early-stage employee engagement Content Curation & Development Work with subject matter experts to expand the digital learning offer with interactive and engaging modules. Design and improve mandatory and compliance training and collaborate on initiatives to align with industry regulations and best practices Regularly update the skills matrix to reflect current capabilities and future requirements across the organisation Deliver training initiatives to improve productivity for operatives and operational management teams, focusing on effective delivery Evaluate and enhance the toolbox talk programme, improving materials, delivery, and monitoring for quality and impact Support broader OD projects as required, ensuring alignment with organisational goals 3. Key Competencies: Training Design & Delivery. CITB Funding Practice. Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration. Operational and Trade Knowledge. Compliance & Regulatory Awareness. Digital & Automated Learning Systems. Project & Programme Management. Continuous Improvement & Innovation. Communication & Influence. 4. Core Behaviours Excellent communication, influence, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills Proactive Problem-Solving Anticipates training needs and develops solutions before issues arise Collaboration & Relationship Building Works effectively with internal teams, operational leaders, and external partners Adaptability & Resilience Adjusts training approaches in response to changing business needs and operational challenges Empathy & Supportiveness Understands the challenges of operational roles and tailors training to be practical and relevant Accountability & Ownership Takes responsibility for delivering high-quality training with measurable impact Continuous Improvement Mindset Regularly reviews training effectiveness and seeks ways to enhance programmes Innovation & Creativity Finds new ways to engage operatives and improve learning retention 5. Specialist Behaviours : Research, Design, Development, Delivery and Facilitation skill Skilled in creating engaging, structured training materials and facilitating sessions for diverse audiences Excellent facilitation, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills Organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously 6. Other Background Knowledge Prior Experience Proven experience in designing and delivering operational training within a trade, construction, or maintenance environment Strong knowledge of compliance, safeguarding, and risk management in operational settings Demonstrable experience in developing and implementing trade-specific learning programmes and professional development pathways Technical Skills: IT literacy, confident in use of MS Office applications and other IT software e.g Canva, Articulate, Open AI to design documents In-depth understanding and ability to apply learning and development methodologies, tools, and best practices Intellectual Ability: Relevant qualifications in L&D, training, or a related discipline Assessor or trainer qualifications (e.g., AET, CTTLS) desirable Knowledge or experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) is a plus . Benefits package: Be part of the company profit share scheme (14% of base salary achieved last year) Let us help you prepare for your future with an enhanced employer pension contribution of up to 7% 23 days annual leave (rising to 25) plus buy up to 5 days or sell up to 3 days per year Annual pay reviews Life Insurance and Medical Insurance Enhanced maternity/ paternity pay Training and development opportunities Exclusive discounts from our preferred suppliers Access to the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity to support your health and wellbeing, including free legal and financial advice. learning and developmntt trade construction property sevices trades maintenance train ing coaching learning bristol lms apprentice apprentices car travel bonus profit share bath chippenham gloceester region regional l&d Learning and development training learning and development trade construction property sevices trades maintenance training coaching learning bristol lms apprentice apprentices car travel bonus profit share bath chippenham gloucester region regional l&d Learning and development training learning and development trade construction property sevices trades maintenance training coaching learning bristol lms apprenitice apprentices car travel bonus profit share bath chippenham gloucester region regional l&d Learning and development training learning and development trade construction property sevices trades maintenance training coaching learning bristol lms apprenitice apprentices car travel bonus profit share bath chippenham gloucester region regional l&d Learning and development training bristol bristol
Our client, based in Chipping Sodbury, Bristol is one of the largest privately owned national Property Services companies in the UK with offices across England and Wales, in over 18 locations and 32 Business Units and are looking for a Trade/Construction Development Specialist. Essentially we are looking for someone from a construction environment, either a contractor or council/housing association involved in training and developing construction/trade skills. This is a doer rather than strategic. It's more the hands on experience of developing people on the job we are looking for. So you may be someone who has worked in construction/property services or Trades in Learning & Development ( L&D) or Organisational Development. If you have worked in Construction/Trades you will probably have knowledge of the CITB (Construction Industry Training Board). The salary is £48,668 and as you will be going out into the business they have added a car allowance at £7,250 (£55,918) plus private health, life, pension to 7%, profit share ( 14% last year ) . You will be living within commute of Head Office in Chipping Sodbury north Bristol. They are an established and leading property services company for over 75 years, based across England and Wales, in over 18 locations and 32 Business Units Their main client base are Housing Associations, Councils and Local Authorities They are at the forefront of delivering innovative planned and responsive services to the built environment. 1. Job Purpose: To design and develop blended learning programmes and solutions that support improvements in trade and operational skills. Enhance delivery, consistency and compliance, and drive operational excellence across the company . Consult with the business and develop the skills and capabilities of operational teams, ensuring training aligns with the organisation's strategic goals. Support the building of robust learning pathways, and fostering a high-performance culture Identification and management of external training partners for qualifications and skill development to upskill trades for effectiveness and efficiency (technical skills) Source and manage funding solutions with the CITB and other industry partners. 2. Key Accountabilities: Support the People Development Manager to ensure the workforce is qualified to deliver services to customers in compliance with the Building Safety Act. Build robust CITB relationships and proactive management of development and funding opportunities. Work closely with Health & Safety Manager to drive safety standards across the operational business (Toolbox talks, comms days, operative behavioural training) Design and roll out robust operative/trade development training programmes for key skill areas, including qualifications to recognise skills (eg on-the-job training, booklets, buddy systems, and champions). Consult and collaborate with L&D Business Partners and the Programme Team to schedule operations design and delivery priorities and implement solutions such as Trainee Surveyors, Contracts Managers and Forepersons, to ensure progression opportunities and capability building Develop and deliver training on key operational, legal and safety initiatives Leverage external funding opportunities and partnerships to enhance the breadth and quality of training initiatives. And utilise funding and partnerships with trades to provide just-in-time training for upcoming projects. Design Induction and onboarding processes ensuring effective delivery for all new starters and promotions and automate processes to increase efficiency and unit involvement in early-stage employee engagement Content Curation & Development - Work with subject matter experts to expand the digital learning offer with interactive and engaging modules. Design and improve mandatory and compliance training and collaborate on initiatives to align with industry regulations and best practices Regularly update the skills Matrix to reflect current capabilities and future requirements across the organisation Deliver training initiatives to improve productivity for operatives and operational management teams, focusing on effective delivery Evaluate and enhance the toolbox talk programme, improving materials, delivery, and monitoring for quality and impact Support broader OD projects as required, ensuring alignment with organisational goals 3. Key Competencies: Training Design & Delivery CITB Funding Practice Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration Operational and Trade Knowledge Compliance & Regulatory Awareness Digital & Automated Learning Systems Project & Programme Management Continuous Improvement & Innovation Communication & Influence 4. Core Behaviours Excellent communication, influence, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills Proactive Problem-Solving - Anticipates training needs and develops solutions before issues arise Collaboration & Relationship Building - Works effectively with internal teams, operational leaders, and external partners Adaptability & Resilience - Adjusts training approaches in response to changing business needs and operational challenges Empathy & Supportiveness - Understands the challenges of operational roles and tailors training to be practical and relevant Accountability & Ownership - Takes responsibility for delivering high-quality training with measurable impact Continuous Improvement Mindset - Regularly reviews training effectiveness and seeks ways to enhance programmes Innovation & Creativity - Finds new ways to engage operatives and improve learning retention 5. Specialist Behaviours: Research, Design, Development, Delivery and Facilitation skill Skilled in creating engaging, structured training materials and facilitating sessions for diverse audiences Excellent facilitation, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills Organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously 6. Prior Experience Proven experience in designing and delivering operational training within a trade, construction, or maintenance environment Strong knowledge of compliance, safeguarding, and risk management in operational settings Demonstrable experience in developing and implementing trade-specific learning programmes and professional development pathways Benefits package: Be part of the company profit share scheme (14% of base salary achieved last year) Let us help you prepare for your future with an enhanced employer pension contribution of up to 7% 23 days annual leave (rising to 25) plus buy up to 5 days or sell up to 3 days per year Annual pay reviews Life Insurance and Medical Insurance Enhanced maternity/paternity pay Training and development opportunities Exclusive discounts from our preferred suppliers Access to the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity to support your health and wellbeing, including free legal and financial advice.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Our client, based in Chipping Sodbury, Bristol is one of the largest privately owned national Property Services companies in the UK with offices across England and Wales, in over 18 locations and 32 Business Units and are looking for a Trade/Construction Development Specialist. Essentially we are looking for someone from a construction environment, either a contractor or council/housing association involved in training and developing construction/trade skills. This is a doer rather than strategic. It's more the hands on experience of developing people on the job we are looking for. So you may be someone who has worked in construction/property services or Trades in Learning & Development ( L&D) or Organisational Development. If you have worked in Construction/Trades you will probably have knowledge of the CITB (Construction Industry Training Board). The salary is £48,668 and as you will be going out into the business they have added a car allowance at £7,250 (£55,918) plus private health, life, pension to 7%, profit share ( 14% last year ) . You will be living within commute of Head Office in Chipping Sodbury north Bristol. They are an established and leading property services company for over 75 years, based across England and Wales, in over 18 locations and 32 Business Units Their main client base are Housing Associations, Councils and Local Authorities They are at the forefront of delivering innovative planned and responsive services to the built environment. 1. Job Purpose: To design and develop blended learning programmes and solutions that support improvements in trade and operational skills. Enhance delivery, consistency and compliance, and drive operational excellence across the company . Consult with the business and develop the skills and capabilities of operational teams, ensuring training aligns with the organisation's strategic goals. Support the building of robust learning pathways, and fostering a high-performance culture Identification and management of external training partners for qualifications and skill development to upskill trades for effectiveness and efficiency (technical skills) Source and manage funding solutions with the CITB and other industry partners. 2. Key Accountabilities: Support the People Development Manager to ensure the workforce is qualified to deliver services to customers in compliance with the Building Safety Act. Build robust CITB relationships and proactive management of development and funding opportunities. Work closely with Health & Safety Manager to drive safety standards across the operational business (Toolbox talks, comms days, operative behavioural training) Design and roll out robust operative/trade development training programmes for key skill areas, including qualifications to recognise skills (eg on-the-job training, booklets, buddy systems, and champions). Consult and collaborate with L&D Business Partners and the Programme Team to schedule operations design and delivery priorities and implement solutions such as Trainee Surveyors, Contracts Managers and Forepersons, to ensure progression opportunities and capability building Develop and deliver training on key operational, legal and safety initiatives Leverage external funding opportunities and partnerships to enhance the breadth and quality of training initiatives. And utilise funding and partnerships with trades to provide just-in-time training for upcoming projects. Design Induction and onboarding processes ensuring effective delivery for all new starters and promotions and automate processes to increase efficiency and unit involvement in early-stage employee engagement Content Curation & Development - Work with subject matter experts to expand the digital learning offer with interactive and engaging modules. Design and improve mandatory and compliance training and collaborate on initiatives to align with industry regulations and best practices Regularly update the skills Matrix to reflect current capabilities and future requirements across the organisation Deliver training initiatives to improve productivity for operatives and operational management teams, focusing on effective delivery Evaluate and enhance the toolbox talk programme, improving materials, delivery, and monitoring for quality and impact Support broader OD projects as required, ensuring alignment with organisational goals 3. Key Competencies: Training Design & Delivery CITB Funding Practice Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration Operational and Trade Knowledge Compliance & Regulatory Awareness Digital & Automated Learning Systems Project & Programme Management Continuous Improvement & Innovation Communication & Influence 4. Core Behaviours Excellent communication, influence, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills Proactive Problem-Solving - Anticipates training needs and develops solutions before issues arise Collaboration & Relationship Building - Works effectively with internal teams, operational leaders, and external partners Adaptability & Resilience - Adjusts training approaches in response to changing business needs and operational challenges Empathy & Supportiveness - Understands the challenges of operational roles and tailors training to be practical and relevant Accountability & Ownership - Takes responsibility for delivering high-quality training with measurable impact Continuous Improvement Mindset - Regularly reviews training effectiveness and seeks ways to enhance programmes Innovation & Creativity - Finds new ways to engage operatives and improve learning retention 5. Specialist Behaviours: Research, Design, Development, Delivery and Facilitation skill Skilled in creating engaging, structured training materials and facilitating sessions for diverse audiences Excellent facilitation, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills Organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously 6. Prior Experience Proven experience in designing and delivering operational training within a trade, construction, or maintenance environment Strong knowledge of compliance, safeguarding, and risk management in operational settings Demonstrable experience in developing and implementing trade-specific learning programmes and professional development pathways Benefits package: Be part of the company profit share scheme (14% of base salary achieved last year) Let us help you prepare for your future with an enhanced employer pension contribution of up to 7% 23 days annual leave (rising to 25) plus buy up to 5 days or sell up to 3 days per year Annual pay reviews Life Insurance and Medical Insurance Enhanced maternity/paternity pay Training and development opportunities Exclusive discounts from our preferred suppliers Access to the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity to support your health and wellbeing, including free legal and financial advice.
About the Role: We are currently seeking a proactive and organised Site Administrator to join a busy construction or development site. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous experience in the construction industry who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting site teams with essential administrative tasks. Key Responsibilities: Provide day-to-day administrative support to the site team Maintain and update site documentation and records Assist with document control, filing, and data entry Coordinate meetings, take minutes, and manage diaries Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and head office Ensure compliance with site procedures and health & safety documentation Requirements: Previous experience in a similar role within construction or property development Strong organisational and communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Ability to work independently and as part of a team Knowledge of document control systems is a plus
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
About the Role: We are currently seeking a proactive and organised Site Administrator to join a busy construction or development site. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous experience in the construction industry who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting site teams with essential administrative tasks. Key Responsibilities: Provide day-to-day administrative support to the site team Maintain and update site documentation and records Assist with document control, filing, and data entry Coordinate meetings, take minutes, and manage diaries Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and head office Ensure compliance with site procedures and health & safety documentation Requirements: Previous experience in a similar role within construction or property development Strong organisational and communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Ability to work independently and as part of a team Knowledge of document control systems is a plus
Head of Repairs Salary: 81,599 Location: East London Contract: Full-Time Permanent Our Client , a leading housing provider in East London, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Repairs to lead their strategic and operational approach to responsive and void repairs. This is a high-impact leadership role, focused on ensuring residents live in safe, warm, and well-maintained homes , while delivering a fast, efficient, and value-for-money repairs service. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Service Delivery Lead all aspects of responsive and void repairs in alignment with corporate strategy, resident needs, regulatory requirements, and emerging sector trends. Ensure statutory compliance and best practice across all repair operations. Manage the responsive repairs budget and oversee end-to-end service delivery from diagnostics and specification to completion and payment. Drive a customer-first approach, ensuring all residents receive clear, courteous, and proactive communication. Oversee and improve quality assurance processes for repairs, ensuring consistently high standards. Lead the organisation's response to disrepair-related legal cases and complaints. Promote resident involvement by creating opportunities for residents to help shape the repairs service. Lead and deliver strategic projects in response to changes in legislation, policy, or organisational direction. Champion a culture of health and safety, proactively assessing and mitigating risks. Procurement & Contract Management Oversee procurement, consultation (including leaseholders), contract management, and performance monitoring of all responsive repair contracts. Drive contractor performance and address underperformance effectively. Ensure all contracts are procured and managed in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Performance Monitoring & Reporting Analyse KPIs, repair trends, quality control metrics, and spend data to identify issues and implement improvements. Lead robust data management practices, ensuring regular validation and audits. Provide accurate financial oversight, including detailed budget monitoring and reporting. Support the development and maintenance of the organisation's stock condition database and asset data. Deliver regular updates, insights, and performance reports to senior leadership, committees, and board members. Team Development & Leadership Lead, manage, and support the Repairs Team, ensuring high performance and continuous development. Coordinate team workloads to ensure consistent service delivery. Provide ongoing training, mentoring, and performance reviews to build capability and address skills gaps. Additional Responsibilities Deputise for the Director of Property as required. Respond to all correspondence and complaints related to responsive repairs. Stay abreast of changes in legislation, best practice, and technology relevant to the role. Collaborate with teams across the organisation to solve problems and enhance services. Participate in out-of-hours work and perform additional duties as reasonably required.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Head of Repairs Salary: 81,599 Location: East London Contract: Full-Time Permanent Our Client , a leading housing provider in East London, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Repairs to lead their strategic and operational approach to responsive and void repairs. This is a high-impact leadership role, focused on ensuring residents live in safe, warm, and well-maintained homes , while delivering a fast, efficient, and value-for-money repairs service. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Service Delivery Lead all aspects of responsive and void repairs in alignment with corporate strategy, resident needs, regulatory requirements, and emerging sector trends. Ensure statutory compliance and best practice across all repair operations. Manage the responsive repairs budget and oversee end-to-end service delivery from diagnostics and specification to completion and payment. Drive a customer-first approach, ensuring all residents receive clear, courteous, and proactive communication. Oversee and improve quality assurance processes for repairs, ensuring consistently high standards. Lead the organisation's response to disrepair-related legal cases and complaints. Promote resident involvement by creating opportunities for residents to help shape the repairs service. Lead and deliver strategic projects in response to changes in legislation, policy, or organisational direction. Champion a culture of health and safety, proactively assessing and mitigating risks. Procurement & Contract Management Oversee procurement, consultation (including leaseholders), contract management, and performance monitoring of all responsive repair contracts. Drive contractor performance and address underperformance effectively. Ensure all contracts are procured and managed in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Performance Monitoring & Reporting Analyse KPIs, repair trends, quality control metrics, and spend data to identify issues and implement improvements. Lead robust data management practices, ensuring regular validation and audits. Provide accurate financial oversight, including detailed budget monitoring and reporting. Support the development and maintenance of the organisation's stock condition database and asset data. Deliver regular updates, insights, and performance reports to senior leadership, committees, and board members. Team Development & Leadership Lead, manage, and support the Repairs Team, ensuring high performance and continuous development. Coordinate team workloads to ensure consistent service delivery. Provide ongoing training, mentoring, and performance reviews to build capability and address skills gaps. Additional Responsibilities Deputise for the Director of Property as required. Respond to all correspondence and complaints related to responsive repairs. Stay abreast of changes in legislation, best practice, and technology relevant to the role. Collaborate with teams across the organisation to solve problems and enhance services. Participate in out-of-hours work and perform additional duties as reasonably required.
Hays Construction and Property
Northampton, Northamptonshire
A busy housing provider has need of a capital works manager on a temporary basis, initially for 3 months. The RoleAs a Manager, you will be responsible for delivering a customer-centric property maintenance service within your area-ensuring that planned works are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.You will lead, and inspire, a multi-skilled local team. You'll play a keyrole in ensuring safety underpins all activity, embedding a proactive safety culture through strong leadership, visible compliance, andOngoing engagement with your team. Responsibilities/AccountabilitiesYou will report to the Head of Housing and you will lead a team of surveyors, team leaders and trade operatives. Take ownership of operational delivery-ensuring compliance with agreed processes, value for money, and effective resourcesManagement.Contractor Management Manage budgets confidently, driving value for money and tracking spend to stay within targets. Ensure all safety standards are met through training, reviews, and up-to-date risk documentation in line with HSE guidance. Resolve complaints early and constructively, using root cause analysis and performance reviews to reduce reoccurrence. Use performance and productivity data to drive decision-making and continuous service improvement, ensuring cybersecurity and dataProtection standards are upheld. Ensure complex works meet legal and regulatory standards, maintaining accurate compliance documentation. Qualifications and ExperienceEssential Proven experience in leading property maintenance services within a housing environment or similar, with a strong focus on people, safety,Compliance, and customer service. Previous trade or supervisory experience. Understanding of regulatory frameworks including Health & Safety Legislation, Decent Homes Standard, and HHSRS.Knowledge of JCT contracts Relevant building qualification What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Sep 01, 2025
Seasonal
A busy housing provider has need of a capital works manager on a temporary basis, initially for 3 months. The RoleAs a Manager, you will be responsible for delivering a customer-centric property maintenance service within your area-ensuring that planned works are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.You will lead, and inspire, a multi-skilled local team. You'll play a keyrole in ensuring safety underpins all activity, embedding a proactive safety culture through strong leadership, visible compliance, andOngoing engagement with your team. Responsibilities/AccountabilitiesYou will report to the Head of Housing and you will lead a team of surveyors, team leaders and trade operatives. Take ownership of operational delivery-ensuring compliance with agreed processes, value for money, and effective resourcesManagement.Contractor Management Manage budgets confidently, driving value for money and tracking spend to stay within targets. Ensure all safety standards are met through training, reviews, and up-to-date risk documentation in line with HSE guidance. Resolve complaints early and constructively, using root cause analysis and performance reviews to reduce reoccurrence. Use performance and productivity data to drive decision-making and continuous service improvement, ensuring cybersecurity and dataProtection standards are upheld. Ensure complex works meet legal and regulatory standards, maintaining accurate compliance documentation. Qualifications and ExperienceEssential Proven experience in leading property maintenance services within a housing environment or similar, with a strong focus on people, safety,Compliance, and customer service. Previous trade or supervisory experience. Understanding of regulatory frameworks including Health & Safety Legislation, Decent Homes Standard, and HHSRS.Knowledge of JCT contracts Relevant building qualification What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Location: Oldham Salary: 41,000+ van and fuel card. Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent We have an exciting opportunity for a Gas Engineer to join a dynamic team based in Oldham providing a comprehensive gas service to domestic properties. As an experienced Heating and Compliance firm, our client is committed to putting customers and clients at the heart of everything they do. Their services include professional gas installation, maintenance, servicing, and energy solutions, all delivered with a strong commitment to value-for-money services that make a positive difference to people and communities. Key Responsibilities Carry out work in a safe manor on Servicing, breakdowns and installs. Maintain and care for all company tools and calibrated equipment. To use appropriate safety equipment To ensure areas of work are left clean and tidy at the end of the day. If a van is allocated, to be responsible for and take due care of the company van in accordance with the company car policy. To be responsible for holding keys for communal entrances, meter cupboards and allow access where appropriate. Liaison with the client, consultants, contract administrator, head office etc. Material co-ordination and ordering Ensure accurate / timely completion of any relevant site-based documentation. Use of a PDA or Tablet Undertake any training required by the Business for your role. Any other reasonable management request Requirements Domestic Gas ACS Elements CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, CPA1, HTR1, MET1, CMDDA1 Unvented hot water Elements U/VHW Water Regulations 1999 Code WR1. City and Guilds Craft Certificate and Advanced Craft Certificate in Plumbing and Heating or Equivalent Benefits Pension Scheme Van+ Fuel card 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays) Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers Gym membership discounts Cycle to work scheme Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes How to Apply : To apply for this position, please submit your CV and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining our client's team in Liverpool. If you have any further questions before applying please contact Abbie at Building Careers (phone number removed) (phone number removed) (url removed) INDT INDC Building Careers UK are specialist in Construction and Property recruitment. BCUK acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Location: Oldham Salary: 41,000+ van and fuel card. Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent We have an exciting opportunity for a Gas Engineer to join a dynamic team based in Oldham providing a comprehensive gas service to domestic properties. As an experienced Heating and Compliance firm, our client is committed to putting customers and clients at the heart of everything they do. Their services include professional gas installation, maintenance, servicing, and energy solutions, all delivered with a strong commitment to value-for-money services that make a positive difference to people and communities. Key Responsibilities Carry out work in a safe manor on Servicing, breakdowns and installs. Maintain and care for all company tools and calibrated equipment. To use appropriate safety equipment To ensure areas of work are left clean and tidy at the end of the day. If a van is allocated, to be responsible for and take due care of the company van in accordance with the company car policy. To be responsible for holding keys for communal entrances, meter cupboards and allow access where appropriate. Liaison with the client, consultants, contract administrator, head office etc. Material co-ordination and ordering Ensure accurate / timely completion of any relevant site-based documentation. Use of a PDA or Tablet Undertake any training required by the Business for your role. Any other reasonable management request Requirements Domestic Gas ACS Elements CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, CPA1, HTR1, MET1, CMDDA1 Unvented hot water Elements U/VHW Water Regulations 1999 Code WR1. City and Guilds Craft Certificate and Advanced Craft Certificate in Plumbing and Heating or Equivalent Benefits Pension Scheme Van+ Fuel card 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays) Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers Gym membership discounts Cycle to work scheme Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes How to Apply : To apply for this position, please submit your CV and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining our client's team in Liverpool. If you have any further questions before applying please contact Abbie at Building Careers (phone number removed) (phone number removed) (url removed) INDT INDC Building Careers UK are specialist in Construction and Property recruitment. BCUK acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Fortus Recruitment Group
New Barnet, Hertfordshire
Head Of Health And Safety Property Services & Construction Up to £85,000 Our client, a tier one construction contractor, are currently looking for Head of Health And Safety to head up their SHEQ division. As a business, they have just come out of their most successful financial year and are growing year on year. Across their group they cover Property Services (planned maintenance, retrofit), general refurbishment & D&B projects. On a day to day basis, you will be responsible for; Managing a team of 6 2 Administrators, 2 Environmental Officers & 2 H&S Officers Responsible for Health & Safety Procedures, Policies & Implementation across group Position manages all accident investigations Monthly board reports BSI Compliance HSE communication throughout the business Quarterly safety committee meetings Regular team meetings, ensuring standards are being met BSR compliance Ideally, my client are looking for someone with a minimum of 3 years experience within this role. Due to their substantial growth plans, if you perform well, there will be opportunities of progression. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and reputable business. My client are offering an excellent salary & package and benefits. If this role is of interest please apply or contact Danny Mangan. Fortus Recruitment Group Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Fortus Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Head Of Health And Safety Property Services & Construction Up to £85,000 Our client, a tier one construction contractor, are currently looking for Head of Health And Safety to head up their SHEQ division. As a business, they have just come out of their most successful financial year and are growing year on year. Across their group they cover Property Services (planned maintenance, retrofit), general refurbishment & D&B projects. On a day to day basis, you will be responsible for; Managing a team of 6 2 Administrators, 2 Environmental Officers & 2 H&S Officers Responsible for Health & Safety Procedures, Policies & Implementation across group Position manages all accident investigations Monthly board reports BSI Compliance HSE communication throughout the business Quarterly safety committee meetings Regular team meetings, ensuring standards are being met BSR compliance Ideally, my client are looking for someone with a minimum of 3 years experience within this role. Due to their substantial growth plans, if you perform well, there will be opportunities of progression. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and reputable business. My client are offering an excellent salary & package and benefits. If this role is of interest please apply or contact Danny Mangan. Fortus Recruitment Group Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Fortus Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer
A fantastic opportunity is available for an experienced Project Manager with a construction and/or a facilities management background to join a well-established, dynamic and growing business. We are a busy and award-winning design, build and reactive maintenance company working predominantly in the leisure and hospitality industries as well as commercial and public sectors. We are looking for a hands-on Project Manager with experience of running projects of various sizes and knowledge of facilities management. This will predominantly involve interior fit out and refurbs on hospitality buildings but experience in public sector and of running council works would also be advantageous. You must have excellent organisational and communication skills, be able to manage a varied workload and work well in a fast paced and reactive environment. This is a key and essential position in the business and requires an organised and proactive approach. You will need to work well unsupervised and be effective in managing your own time and workloads. Some travel and flexibility in working hours will be required as we work across a wide area. Main Tasks and Responsibilities: Appoint and monitor appropriate labour and site management specific to the project type in conjunction with the Head of Contracts and project team. Control and analysis of labour costs alongside the project QS. Produce comprehensive project programs, site meeting minutes, and contractor s reports. Attend and contribute to client and contracts meetings. Carrying out property surveys on commercial building in the hospitality industry. Collate, manage and sign off snagging works completed by the project support team. Record variations from site and liaise with the QS team. Responsible for site Health and safety from pre-contract stage through to project completion. Promote commercial awareness for on-site projects. Liaise with supply chain team to ensure compliance and effective site set up. Take a lead role in snagging and handover meetings where appropriate with the design team. Ensure quality of workmanship in line with CBGW Group expectations. Deliver projects to agreed program of works. Monitor program of works and identify shortfalls and solutions. Ensure relevant design and contract details are available to site personnel at all times. Sound understanding and consistent positive approach to Health and Safety. To have regular meetings with the Head of FM and contracts team to report on and discuss workload, project difficulties and opportunities. Required Skills and Experience: Excellent time keeping and ability to manage own workload and work to deadlines. A passion for delivering a professional service and quality product. Friendly and pro-active. Strong communication skills across various clients, facilities management teams and contractors. Happy to spend a large amount time on sites to ensure effective running. Must have good IT skills Microsoft skills including Excel and Project. Ideally be SMSTS qualified or qualified by experience. Hands on PM experience, running multiple projects simultaneously in works allocation, construction, fit out and refurbishment. Proven track record of delivering successful refurbishment programmes whilst maintaining budget oversight, costs controls and managing deadlines. This is a full-time role (37.5 hours per week) working from our Nottingham office, but the majority of the time will be spent field based. This position benefits from 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by 1 day for each complete year of service to a maximum of 23 days, and also receives paid leave while the business is closed over the festive period. We also offer a Culture programme which provides many perks such as Feast Friday lunches, regular nights out, birthday treats, membership to Westfield Health and much more. Salary is from £40,000 and negotiable dependent on experience. We are also offering a car allowance, laptop and mobile phone. There are lots of opportunities for training and development and we pride ourselves on our culture and values. Please note: We can only accept UK based applications, unfortunately we are unable to sponsor right to work visas. Direct applications only No agencies.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
A fantastic opportunity is available for an experienced Project Manager with a construction and/or a facilities management background to join a well-established, dynamic and growing business. We are a busy and award-winning design, build and reactive maintenance company working predominantly in the leisure and hospitality industries as well as commercial and public sectors. We are looking for a hands-on Project Manager with experience of running projects of various sizes and knowledge of facilities management. This will predominantly involve interior fit out and refurbs on hospitality buildings but experience in public sector and of running council works would also be advantageous. You must have excellent organisational and communication skills, be able to manage a varied workload and work well in a fast paced and reactive environment. This is a key and essential position in the business and requires an organised and proactive approach. You will need to work well unsupervised and be effective in managing your own time and workloads. Some travel and flexibility in working hours will be required as we work across a wide area. Main Tasks and Responsibilities: Appoint and monitor appropriate labour and site management specific to the project type in conjunction with the Head of Contracts and project team. Control and analysis of labour costs alongside the project QS. Produce comprehensive project programs, site meeting minutes, and contractor s reports. Attend and contribute to client and contracts meetings. Carrying out property surveys on commercial building in the hospitality industry. Collate, manage and sign off snagging works completed by the project support team. Record variations from site and liaise with the QS team. Responsible for site Health and safety from pre-contract stage through to project completion. Promote commercial awareness for on-site projects. Liaise with supply chain team to ensure compliance and effective site set up. Take a lead role in snagging and handover meetings where appropriate with the design team. Ensure quality of workmanship in line with CBGW Group expectations. Deliver projects to agreed program of works. Monitor program of works and identify shortfalls and solutions. Ensure relevant design and contract details are available to site personnel at all times. Sound understanding and consistent positive approach to Health and Safety. To have regular meetings with the Head of FM and contracts team to report on and discuss workload, project difficulties and opportunities. Required Skills and Experience: Excellent time keeping and ability to manage own workload and work to deadlines. A passion for delivering a professional service and quality product. Friendly and pro-active. Strong communication skills across various clients, facilities management teams and contractors. Happy to spend a large amount time on sites to ensure effective running. Must have good IT skills Microsoft skills including Excel and Project. Ideally be SMSTS qualified or qualified by experience. Hands on PM experience, running multiple projects simultaneously in works allocation, construction, fit out and refurbishment. Proven track record of delivering successful refurbishment programmes whilst maintaining budget oversight, costs controls and managing deadlines. This is a full-time role (37.5 hours per week) working from our Nottingham office, but the majority of the time will be spent field based. This position benefits from 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by 1 day for each complete year of service to a maximum of 23 days, and also receives paid leave while the business is closed over the festive period. We also offer a Culture programme which provides many perks such as Feast Friday lunches, regular nights out, birthday treats, membership to Westfield Health and much more. Salary is from £40,000 and negotiable dependent on experience. We are also offering a car allowance, laptop and mobile phone. There are lots of opportunities for training and development and we pride ourselves on our culture and values. Please note: We can only accept UK based applications, unfortunately we are unable to sponsor right to work visas. Direct applications only No agencies.
Electrical Design Engineer- All levels Would you like to be part of Vital Energi s Strategy of Growth? If so, due to our ongoing growth, we are looking for a number of Electrical Design Engineers to join our growing teams based in our London , Blackburn and Glasgow office. We are currently looking for- Intermediate Design Engineer Senior Design Engineers Principle Design Engineers About the role- You will play a crucial role in the Design function by producing calculations, drawings and documentation used to deliver major Renewable Energy, Sustainability, Power Infrastructure and Power Generation projects involved in the transition to Net Zero. As well as receiving tailored support from other experienced Electrical Engineers at all levels, you will be put on a comprehensive development plan designed to encourage internal progression through to the Senior, Principal, Associate Director and Director levels while gaining Chartered status and developing knowledge covering a range of Renewable Energy and Power Generation projects. The Company Vital Energi is a leading provider of renewable energy infrastructure and systems to the public and private sectors. We are supporting Hospitals, Universities, New Build developments, Towns and Cities as well as Industrial and Commercial clients to decarbonise their buildings. We have and continue to work on ground-breaking projects throughout the UK which are supporting the UK s Net Zero targets, such as the recently announced £1 billion low-carbon infrastructure project for Westminster. With plans to double our headcount over the coming years, supported by offices opening in new locations across the country and our strong investment pipeline, coupled with our expansion into new markets such as industrial power generation with our very own Energy-from-Waste facility, there is no better time to join the family here at Vital Energi. Key responsibilities. Developing technical specifications, calculations, electrical designs and drawings used in a variety of projects Producing things such as power cable calculations, C&I cabling specifications, cable & interconnection schedule projection and electrical building service designs Supporting the compilation and production of design documentation to bespoke project specifications, client specifications and/or legislative compliance Inputting into the preparation of HAZOP studies Carrying out relevant equipment selection for projects Skills/Experience Demonstrable experience producing electrical designs for Power Generation, Power Transmission, Renewable Energy, Building Services or similar equipment Ideally educated to at least HNC/HND level in Electrical Engineering, preferably to Degree level Knowledge of BS7671 Wiring Regulations Experience with Amtech design software (advantageous) An understanding of pneumatic & hydraulics (advantageous) Experience with motor VSD controls and MCC equipment (advantageous) Ex-Forces and Forces leavers with transferrable experience are also invited to appl Full UK manual driving licence The Package: Salary negotiable DOE Contributory Company Pension Scheme Non-contributory death-in-service insurance Employee Assistance Programme 25 Days Holiday plus 8 days bank holidays. Additional holidays awarded in line with length of service Option to purchase/sell additional holidays Onsite gym/wellbeing centre at our Blackburn Head Office Discounted gym membership across the UK EV charging points where possible Cycle to work scheme Applications will be processed within 28 days of receipt. If you have not heard from us within this time period it will mean that your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful. The company is opposed to all forms of discrimination and will select for employment, training and promotion on the basis of suitability for the job and/ or merit. It is company policy that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment than another on the grounds of sex, race, colour, age, ethnic or national origins, political affiliations, religious beliefs, marital status, physical disability or is disadvantaged by unjustifiable conditions or requirements. Only applicants who are legally entitled to work in the UK and are currently resident in the UK are invited to apply. Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Vital Energi Utilities Ltd is not accepting unsolicited CVs from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. CVs submitted to any Vital Energi Utilities Ltd employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Vital Energi Utilities Ltd. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Electrical Design Engineer- All levels Would you like to be part of Vital Energi s Strategy of Growth? If so, due to our ongoing growth, we are looking for a number of Electrical Design Engineers to join our growing teams based in our London , Blackburn and Glasgow office. We are currently looking for- Intermediate Design Engineer Senior Design Engineers Principle Design Engineers About the role- You will play a crucial role in the Design function by producing calculations, drawings and documentation used to deliver major Renewable Energy, Sustainability, Power Infrastructure and Power Generation projects involved in the transition to Net Zero. As well as receiving tailored support from other experienced Electrical Engineers at all levels, you will be put on a comprehensive development plan designed to encourage internal progression through to the Senior, Principal, Associate Director and Director levels while gaining Chartered status and developing knowledge covering a range of Renewable Energy and Power Generation projects. The Company Vital Energi is a leading provider of renewable energy infrastructure and systems to the public and private sectors. We are supporting Hospitals, Universities, New Build developments, Towns and Cities as well as Industrial and Commercial clients to decarbonise their buildings. We have and continue to work on ground-breaking projects throughout the UK which are supporting the UK s Net Zero targets, such as the recently announced £1 billion low-carbon infrastructure project for Westminster. With plans to double our headcount over the coming years, supported by offices opening in new locations across the country and our strong investment pipeline, coupled with our expansion into new markets such as industrial power generation with our very own Energy-from-Waste facility, there is no better time to join the family here at Vital Energi. Key responsibilities. Developing technical specifications, calculations, electrical designs and drawings used in a variety of projects Producing things such as power cable calculations, C&I cabling specifications, cable & interconnection schedule projection and electrical building service designs Supporting the compilation and production of design documentation to bespoke project specifications, client specifications and/or legislative compliance Inputting into the preparation of HAZOP studies Carrying out relevant equipment selection for projects Skills/Experience Demonstrable experience producing electrical designs for Power Generation, Power Transmission, Renewable Energy, Building Services or similar equipment Ideally educated to at least HNC/HND level in Electrical Engineering, preferably to Degree level Knowledge of BS7671 Wiring Regulations Experience with Amtech design software (advantageous) An understanding of pneumatic & hydraulics (advantageous) Experience with motor VSD controls and MCC equipment (advantageous) Ex-Forces and Forces leavers with transferrable experience are also invited to appl Full UK manual driving licence The Package: Salary negotiable DOE Contributory Company Pension Scheme Non-contributory death-in-service insurance Employee Assistance Programme 25 Days Holiday plus 8 days bank holidays. Additional holidays awarded in line with length of service Option to purchase/sell additional holidays Onsite gym/wellbeing centre at our Blackburn Head Office Discounted gym membership across the UK EV charging points where possible Cycle to work scheme Applications will be processed within 28 days of receipt. If you have not heard from us within this time period it will mean that your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful. The company is opposed to all forms of discrimination and will select for employment, training and promotion on the basis of suitability for the job and/ or merit. It is company policy that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment than another on the grounds of sex, race, colour, age, ethnic or national origins, political affiliations, religious beliefs, marital status, physical disability or is disadvantaged by unjustifiable conditions or requirements. Only applicants who are legally entitled to work in the UK and are currently resident in the UK are invited to apply. Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Vital Energi Utilities Ltd is not accepting unsolicited CVs from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. CVs submitted to any Vital Energi Utilities Ltd employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Vital Energi Utilities Ltd. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you
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