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We Build Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a well-established specialist joinery contractor delivering high-quality bespoke joinery packages across a diverse range of projects. Our client is seeking a highly organised and proactive Administrative Assistant to support the operational and financial functions of the business. This role is integral to ensuring accurate time sheet processing, effective purchasing of materials, and the smooth day-to-day administration of projects. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, confident liaising with site-based teams and suppliers, and comfortable working within a fast-paced construction environments. Key Responsibilities 1. Time Sheet Processing Collect weekly time sheets from site operatives and workshop staff Review submissions for accuracy, completeness, and correct job allocations Input time sheet data into payroll and job costing systems Liaise with supervisors and managers to resolve discrepancies Maintain accurate labour cost records for project reporting Assist management with labour utilisation and costing reports Ensure deadlines for payroll processing are consistently met 2. Purchasing & Procurement Raise purchase orders in line with project and workshop requirements Order materials, hardware, fixings, and consumables Liaise with suppliers to confirm pricing, availability, and delivery schedules Track deliveries and resolve shortages or order discrepancies Maintain accurate supplier records and pricing schedules Reconcile delivery notes with purchase orders and invoices Support cost control by monitoring material spend against project budgets 3. General Administration Provide administrative support to Contracts Managers and Directors Maintain and organise digital and physical project files Assist with document control including drawings and revisions Handle incoming calls, emails, and general correspondence Support invoice processing and assist with accounts administration Coordinate meetings and maintain internal records Required Skills & Experience -Previous experience in an administrative role in the construction industry -Experience processing time sheets, payroll data, or labour records -Experience in purchasing or procurement administration -Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel -Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail -Ability to prioritise workload and work independently -Confident communication skills when dealing with tradespeople and suppliers

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Workshop Superviso r, workshop-based in London , to join a fast-growing bespoke joinery company delivering high-end residential and commercial cabinetry projects. This is a hands-on role within a busy production environment, suited to an organised and proactive individual who can help keep the workshop running efficiently while maintaining exceptional quality standards. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the day-to-day running of the workshop facility Support the Production Manager to ensure projects are completed on programme Manage consumables, maintenance, and general workshop organisation Coordinate deliveries, including booking transport and liaising with sites and clients Prepare and dispatch joinery items, ensuring correct wrapping and labelling Act as workshop point of contact for site installers, preparing kits and ad-hoc supplies Assist with finishing preparation including sanding, filling, masking, staining, and oiling Maintain quality control standards prior to dispatch Skills and Requirements: Previous workshop or manufacturing experience (joinery preferred) Strong organisational and time-management skills Hands-on approach and comfortable with physical work Experience with finishing preparation and basic workshop processes Clear communicator with a proactive, problem-solving attitude Reliable team player with a positive and professional manner Good understanding of workshop health & safety If interested, please get in touch with Neil, or contact the office on (phone number removed). Alternatively, click Apply to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we believe that inclusivity begins with the candidate experience. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

Do you have experience of working in a production environment? Are you on the lookout for a new role where you can utilise your experience? About the Production Operatove role: Working hours are Monday to Thursday, 7:30am-5pm & Friday, 7:30am-1pm Based in on the outskirts of Swindon (own transport required) £13 per hour, weekly pay Temporary role until at least the end of March Duties / Responsibilities for the Production Operative role: Cleaning of metal work Assembling metalwork with bolts Sanding Timber Staining Timber End grain treatment to timber Assemble components and products using hand tools and power tools Packing of products Assist in keeping the Workshop and Yard in a tidy and safe condition Follow correct Workshop and Health and Safety procedures Carry out any other duties as reasonably required Inspect finished products for defects or inconsistencies and make necessary adjustments or repairs Follow production schedules and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines Collaborate with team members and supervisors to optimise production processes Skills required for the Production Operative role: Previous experience in a production, carpentry or assembly role preferred Confident in reading and following part and assembley drawings Experience of following processes and working to deadlines Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively Good hand-eye coordination & spatial awareness Ability to work precisely with an eye for detail We welcome applications from candidates who have worked within the following roles / industries: Bench joinery, Construction, Production, Cabinet Maker, Machine Operator

My client is a growing business, they are looking to recruit a permanent Technical Supervisor. Do you have experience in any of these areas or something similar? Blinds, curtains or shutters installation/manufacture? Window, conservatory or door fitting? Carpentry / Carpenter / Joinery? Metal worker or tool maker? Kitchen or bedroom fitting? Shop fitting, handyman, DIYer, building and fixing things? Plumbing or electrical installations? The position will be a mixture of factory/workshop based as well as site visits to customers to assist the surveying and installation team. The work will be different every day and the right candidate will be required to prioritise and organise their time effectively to support the manufacturing and installation teams where required most. To give an example, the job will range from repairing and maintaining tooling in the workshop, to making motorised blinds, surveying and measuring windows and conservatories, and helping with an installation or finding a solution for a challenging blind or install. SKILLS REQUIRED Looking for someone with good technical and practical ability, particularly the ability to measure and survey accurately Able to overcome problems and challenges and complete work to a high standard Good communicator - offer excellent customer service and communicate effectively with the rest of the team Able to use ladders and steps, hand tools, power tools and carry some heavier items Competent in basic modern IT software and applications. Ability to use a computer, basic in-house systems and e-mails and the ability to work out measurements, sizes and quantities with a good grasp of maths and use of spreadsheets Team-worker who is comfortable working in an established growing business environment and would fit in as part of the team Able to work alone using initiative to solve problems and prioritise and organise their work to be effective and efficient Hardworking and flexible with the willingness to meet deadlines and finish the job Highly organised individual with excellent time management and multi-tasking skills Ability to seek information from our suppliers, interpret technical manuals and instructions and pass this information on to train the rest of the team Good command of English To be punctual, presentable, and courteous, always communicating with colleagues and customers Reading the job notes and survey details to ensure products are manufactured and quality checked, ready for installation and to check that all tools, spares, extras, and parts are ready and carried to successfully complete each job To strictly follow the company health and safety guidelines and work in a professional, and safe manner always To take pride in all work with attention to detail whilst working in an organised tidy and efficient manner Learn about all the products that we manufacture and install and use this technical knowledge to assist the rest of the team MUST HAVE A FULL UK DRIVING LICENSE

What is the purpose of this role? We have a role that has become available to be part of our MOJ team at Amey. Working in a secure environment, you will be part of a team of engineers that demonstrate superb technical competency, delivering mission critical. HMP Hindley - Gibson Street, Bickershaw, Wigan WN2 5TH Permanent 39 hours This will require working weekends on a rota basis which pays an additional 15% shift allowance On call rota paid as required What will this role involve? * Carry out joinery work to include repairing of doors, windows, signposts, formwork and other bespoke timber items. * Measure and quote for works. * Order materials. * Maintain stock of Building Maintenance material. * Organise and plan your daily work with the supervisor, to record and submit all details of work carried out on relevant works orders. * Responsible for joinery workshop - maintenance of machines, statutory inspections, housekeeping and cleanliness. * Participate in the Service’s out of hours emergency standby rota when the need arises. * Complete statutory records as required. * Provide technical advice where required. * Carry out any other duties as requested. * Act at all times in a manner designed to improve the service and thereby foster good customer and public relations. What are we looking for? * Amey will complete a DBS for you upon successful interview and prison security clearance will be required.Level 3 in Joinery & Carpentry. * Able to act at all times in a manner designed to improve the service and thereby foster good customer and public relations. * An awareness the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the duties which it places on an employee. * Emergence first aid at work (HSE). * Environmental awareness. * Tool Box talk. * IOSH working safely. * Manual tool handling. * Ladder use. What makes this role unique? To carry out joinery work across the entire prison site to include fixing doors, windows, signposts, formwork and other bespoke timber items. This is a great opportunity to be part of a successful and growing business. Why Amey? We’re all originals here and our individuality is an asset. We have unique backgrounds and personalities, which means we all bring different ideas to the table. But we do have one thing in common: we all take personal pride in our public service. With every drop of water and spark of electricity we supply, with every bolt we tighten and with every guiding golden nugget of advice, we better manage the services that we all use and rely on every day, ensuring every household in Britain benefits from our work. Amey is one of the top five support services suppliers in the UK. We employ 16,000 people, have a turnover of £2.1bn and a strong forward order-book. Every household in Britain benefits from the work we do. We maintain the UK’s road and rail infrastructure, keep schools safe and clean, manage the UK’s defence estate, safely escort prisoners and keep prisons and courts secure. We also collect and process waste, as well as deliver utilities services. All of this is underpinned by our leading consulting capabilities which uses engineering design and data analytics to better manage the services we all use and rely on. As one of us, you can really be you because your individuality is an asset. You’re surrounded by a team of people who want you to grow and embrace new challenges. People who care about your job satisfaction as well as your wellbeing. There’ll be experiences as original as you are, in a career that can feel like many rolled into one. You’ll be stretched but always supported. Whether it’s working on the biggest bridge in the country, learning to get to grips with the latest technology, or just working with a great group of people every day, you’ll find what gets you out of bed in the morning at Amey. The Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Business Award Are you under 23 years old? Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you want to be the next rising star within Amey? Go the extra mile; gain new skills, push yourself physically, help others and explore new places. Gain friendships, experiences and memories that will last a lifetime - and have lots of fun too! The award is run over an 18-month period and there are five modules and an awards presentation included. Visit Amey website for more information