Contracts Manager Commercial & Aviation Surfacing Salary and Package £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, with flexibility for the right level of experience, plus company car, fuel card and package. Accommodation and an allowance are provided when staying away from home. Location Reading, with projects predominantly across the South of England and occasional nationwide travel. Full-time, Permanent Position About the Company Up Front Recruitment is supporting an established specialist surfacing contractor operating across commercial, aviation, rail, residential, educational and local authority projects. The business delivers asphalt, tarmac, resin and concrete surfacing solutions, with particular expertise in aviation work including runways, taxiways and aprons across commercial and military environments. Its work ranges from large commercial developments and specialist facilities through to maintenance, repairs, lining and associated surfacing works. The company places a strong emphasis on trained teams, health and safety, technical knowledge and delivering projects to the required standard and programme. Why Join Them This is an opportunity to join an established team with a varied workload across commercial and specialist surfacing projects. The role offers genuine responsibility for projects from delivery through to completion, working alongside experienced site teams and operatives. The majority of work is across the South of England, giving the role a strong regional focus, with occasional nationwide projects providing additional variety. Where staying away is required, accommodation and an allowance are provided. There is also scope for the successful Contracts Manager to take on further responsibility as the business continues to develop its project portfolio. About the Role The Contracts Manager will oversee commercial and aviation surfacing projects, ensuring they are properly planned, resourced and delivered to the required standards. The role will involve: Managing surfacing contracts from commencement through to completion. Overseeing commercial and aviation projects across the South of England. Coordinating site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and other project stakeholders. Monitoring programme, costs, resources and project progress. Working closely with site management and surfacing crews to ensure works are delivered efficiently. Maintaining clear communication with customers and project stakeholders. Identifying and resolving practical issues that arise during project delivery. Ensuring health and safety requirements are maintained across projects. Supporting the planning and procurement of materials, plant and labour. Reviewing project requirements and ensuring the appropriate surfacing solution is delivered. Managing project documentation and maintaining accurate records. Travelling to sites as required, including occasional nationwide projects. Working across a range of asphalt, tarmac, resin and associated surfacing works. The company has experience delivering aviation projects involving runway, taxiway and apron surfacing, as well as concrete repairs, joint treatments, AGL and lining. Commercial work includes ports, retail parks, warehousing, commercial developments and specialist forecourt surfacing. Previous experience in surfacing projects is essential. Experience within commercial surfacing or aviation surfacing would be particularly relevant, although strong candidates with a solid background in other areas of surfacing will also be considered. Summary This is a practical Contracts Manager opportunity for an experienced surfacing professional who wants responsibility across a varied project portfolio. With a strong regional workload, specialist aviation projects and a package that reflects the level of experience required, the role offers a stable position within an established surfacing business. Contact Jack at Up Front Recruitment for more information.
26/09/2026
Full time
Contracts Manager Commercial & Aviation Surfacing Salary and Package £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, with flexibility for the right level of experience, plus company car, fuel card and package. Accommodation and an allowance are provided when staying away from home. Location Reading, with projects predominantly across the South of England and occasional nationwide travel. Full-time, Permanent Position About the Company Up Front Recruitment is supporting an established specialist surfacing contractor operating across commercial, aviation, rail, residential, educational and local authority projects. The business delivers asphalt, tarmac, resin and concrete surfacing solutions, with particular expertise in aviation work including runways, taxiways and aprons across commercial and military environments. Its work ranges from large commercial developments and specialist facilities through to maintenance, repairs, lining and associated surfacing works. The company places a strong emphasis on trained teams, health and safety, technical knowledge and delivering projects to the required standard and programme. Why Join Them This is an opportunity to join an established team with a varied workload across commercial and specialist surfacing projects. The role offers genuine responsibility for projects from delivery through to completion, working alongside experienced site teams and operatives. The majority of work is across the South of England, giving the role a strong regional focus, with occasional nationwide projects providing additional variety. Where staying away is required, accommodation and an allowance are provided. There is also scope for the successful Contracts Manager to take on further responsibility as the business continues to develop its project portfolio. About the Role The Contracts Manager will oversee commercial and aviation surfacing projects, ensuring they are properly planned, resourced and delivered to the required standards. The role will involve: Managing surfacing contracts from commencement through to completion. Overseeing commercial and aviation projects across the South of England. Coordinating site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and other project stakeholders. Monitoring programme, costs, resources and project progress. Working closely with site management and surfacing crews to ensure works are delivered efficiently. Maintaining clear communication with customers and project stakeholders. Identifying and resolving practical issues that arise during project delivery. Ensuring health and safety requirements are maintained across projects. Supporting the planning and procurement of materials, plant and labour. Reviewing project requirements and ensuring the appropriate surfacing solution is delivered. Managing project documentation and maintaining accurate records. Travelling to sites as required, including occasional nationwide projects. Working across a range of asphalt, tarmac, resin and associated surfacing works. The company has experience delivering aviation projects involving runway, taxiway and apron surfacing, as well as concrete repairs, joint treatments, AGL and lining. Commercial work includes ports, retail parks, warehousing, commercial developments and specialist forecourt surfacing. Previous experience in surfacing projects is essential. Experience within commercial surfacing or aviation surfacing would be particularly relevant, although strong candidates with a solid background in other areas of surfacing will also be considered. Summary This is a practical Contracts Manager opportunity for an experienced surfacing professional who wants responsibility across a varied project portfolio. With a strong regional workload, specialist aviation projects and a package that reflects the level of experience required, the role offers a stable position within an established surfacing business. Contact Jack at Up Front Recruitment for more information.
Maintenance Operative - Approach Personnel are proud to be working on an exclusive basis with a large, successful and growing new build housing developer who are seeking an experienced Customer Care Technician/Maintenance Operative to join their growing team to join their customer service team in the Leeds. Duties Attend to defects reported within the warranty period of purchasers and clients. Work to be completed to an excellent standard. To achieve customer satisfaction when completing defects Managing the Process. To liaise with occupant and carry out effective back up cover to subcontractors. To limit the extent of damage be making safe in the event of emergency works. To be responsible for health and safety to both operative and the occupants of the property. To finalise the completion of defects liability works where the subcontractor fails his obligations or any material faults. Health and Safety - All employees have a statutory duty to look after their own safety and to give due consideration for the safety of others. Employees also have specific responsibilities as set out in the Company Health and Safety Policy. Equality & Diversity - All employees must comply with the Company Equality and Diversity Policy, ensuring that at all times behaviour is fair and non-discriminatory. Experience Experience in a similar role within new build housing Multi-trade skills Excellent customer facing experience Benefits Basic salary of 36,500 Van + tools 26 days holiday + bank holidays
22/09/2026
Full time
Maintenance Operative - Approach Personnel are proud to be working on an exclusive basis with a large, successful and growing new build housing developer who are seeking an experienced Customer Care Technician/Maintenance Operative to join their growing team to join their customer service team in the Leeds. Duties Attend to defects reported within the warranty period of purchasers and clients. Work to be completed to an excellent standard. To achieve customer satisfaction when completing defects Managing the Process. To liaise with occupant and carry out effective back up cover to subcontractors. To limit the extent of damage be making safe in the event of emergency works. To be responsible for health and safety to both operative and the occupants of the property. To finalise the completion of defects liability works where the subcontractor fails his obligations or any material faults. Health and Safety - All employees have a statutory duty to look after their own safety and to give due consideration for the safety of others. Employees also have specific responsibilities as set out in the Company Health and Safety Policy. Equality & Diversity - All employees must comply with the Company Equality and Diversity Policy, ensuring that at all times behaviour is fair and non-discriminatory. Experience Experience in a similar role within new build housing Multi-trade skills Excellent customer facing experience Benefits Basic salary of 36,500 Van + tools 26 days holiday + bank holidays
Bridgeman Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Multi-Skilled Builder to work on social housing and property maintenance projects across the North West. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out a range of building and remedial works within occupied residential properties, ensuring all work is completed to a high standard. Duties will include: General building and maintenance works Brickwork and blockwork repairs Plastering and patch repairs Rendering and making good Pointing and remedial works Flooring and minor joinery Boxing-in and finishing works Minor external works, including paving and flagging Making good following heating, plumbing and renewable energy installations Working within occupied properties and maintaining good customer service Completing work safely and in accordance with site requirements Requirements: Previous experience as a Multi-Skilled Builder / Maintenance Operative Good all-round building skills Experience working in social housing or occupied properties preferred CSCS card preferred Full UK driving licence desirable Own tools and PPE Good communication and customer-facing skills Reliable and able to work independently
18/09/2026
Seasonal
Bridgeman Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Multi-Skilled Builder to work on social housing and property maintenance projects across the North West. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out a range of building and remedial works within occupied residential properties, ensuring all work is completed to a high standard. Duties will include: General building and maintenance works Brickwork and blockwork repairs Plastering and patch repairs Rendering and making good Pointing and remedial works Flooring and minor joinery Boxing-in and finishing works Minor external works, including paving and flagging Making good following heating, plumbing and renewable energy installations Working within occupied properties and maintaining good customer service Completing work safely and in accordance with site requirements Requirements: Previous experience as a Multi-Skilled Builder / Maintenance Operative Good all-round building skills Experience working in social housing or occupied properties preferred CSCS card preferred Full UK driving licence desirable Own tools and PPE Good communication and customer-facing skills Reliable and able to work independently
Housing Repairs & Maintenance Manager Location: Worcester Salary: 50,468 per annum + excellent benefits Contract: Permanent, Full Time Think Recruitment are currently working with a well-established social housing provider who are looking to appoint an experienced Localities Area Manager to lead their responsive repairs and maintenance services across Worcester City. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Repairs Manager, Maintenance Manager, Delivery Manager or Housing Operations professional to join an established organisation and take responsibility for the successful delivery of a high-quality, customer-focused repairs service. You will lead a team of 14 multi-skilled trades operatives , supported by a Scheduler and Planner, delivering approximately 20,000 repairs each year across around 7,000 properties . The Role Reporting to the Localities Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operational delivery of responsive repairs and maintenance services across the Worcester locality. Your responsibilities will include: Leading and managing a team of multi-skilled trades operatives. Ensuring repairs are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard. Driving performance against agreed KPIs and service standards. Managing team performance through regular 1:1s, coaching and development. Ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and resolving issues before they escalate. Monitoring budgets, productivity and operational performance. Ensuring compliance with HSEQ requirements and relevant housing legislation. Working closely with internal departments, contractors and external partners. Using performance data and local knowledge to identify areas for improvement. Supporting organisational change and embedding new ways of working. Promoting value for money, sustainability and responsible resource management. About You The successful candidate will have proven experience within social housing, responsive repairs, property maintenance, construction or a similar operational environment . You will ideally have: Strong knowledge of property maintenance and building compliance. Experience managing a repairs, maintenance or construction team. Proven experience delivering responsive repairs and/or voids maintenance. Good knowledge of Awaab's Law, HHSRS, the Decent Homes Standard and Health & Safety legislation . Experience managing operational KPIs and driving service improvements. Strong leadership, communication and customer-service skills. A coaching-led approach to people management and development. Confidence using digital systems and performance data. The ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments. A CIH Level 3 qualification would be advantageous but is not essential. Key Performance Measures The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the locality in achieving ambitious operational targets, including: 95% of repairs completed within target 85% first-time fix 95% customer satisfaction Strong employee engagement and low voluntary turnover Continuous improvement and cost-efficiency Delivery of sustainability objectives Package & Benefits 50,468 per annum Company van and fuel card 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days' annual leave Generous family-friendly policies Paid Urgent Domestic Leave Medicash and Employee Assistance Programme Health Cash Plan worth up to 1,700 per annum Employer pension contributions of up to 12%, subject to employee contributions Learning and development opportunities Salary sacrifice electric vehicle scheme Employee reward and recognition scheme Wellbeing support and retail discounts Additional Information This is a locality-based role covering Worcester City , so candidates will need to live in or within a reasonable commuting distance of Worcester. A full UK driving licence is essential , as the role involves regular travel across the locality. Due to the customer-facing nature of the position, a DBS check will be required as part of the pre-employment process. How to Apply Think Recruitment are keen to speak with experienced Repairs Managers, Maintenance Managers, Housing Managers, Property Managers and Construction/Delivery Managers who are looking for their next career opportunity within social housing. Please call (phone number removed) and ask for Deanna or apply to
16/09/2026
Full time
Housing Repairs & Maintenance Manager Location: Worcester Salary: 50,468 per annum + excellent benefits Contract: Permanent, Full Time Think Recruitment are currently working with a well-established social housing provider who are looking to appoint an experienced Localities Area Manager to lead their responsive repairs and maintenance services across Worcester City. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Repairs Manager, Maintenance Manager, Delivery Manager or Housing Operations professional to join an established organisation and take responsibility for the successful delivery of a high-quality, customer-focused repairs service. You will lead a team of 14 multi-skilled trades operatives , supported by a Scheduler and Planner, delivering approximately 20,000 repairs each year across around 7,000 properties . The Role Reporting to the Localities Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operational delivery of responsive repairs and maintenance services across the Worcester locality. Your responsibilities will include: Leading and managing a team of multi-skilled trades operatives. Ensuring repairs are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard. Driving performance against agreed KPIs and service standards. Managing team performance through regular 1:1s, coaching and development. Ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and resolving issues before they escalate. Monitoring budgets, productivity and operational performance. Ensuring compliance with HSEQ requirements and relevant housing legislation. Working closely with internal departments, contractors and external partners. Using performance data and local knowledge to identify areas for improvement. Supporting organisational change and embedding new ways of working. Promoting value for money, sustainability and responsible resource management. About You The successful candidate will have proven experience within social housing, responsive repairs, property maintenance, construction or a similar operational environment . You will ideally have: Strong knowledge of property maintenance and building compliance. Experience managing a repairs, maintenance or construction team. Proven experience delivering responsive repairs and/or voids maintenance. Good knowledge of Awaab's Law, HHSRS, the Decent Homes Standard and Health & Safety legislation . Experience managing operational KPIs and driving service improvements. Strong leadership, communication and customer-service skills. A coaching-led approach to people management and development. Confidence using digital systems and performance data. The ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments. A CIH Level 3 qualification would be advantageous but is not essential. Key Performance Measures The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the locality in achieving ambitious operational targets, including: 95% of repairs completed within target 85% first-time fix 95% customer satisfaction Strong employee engagement and low voluntary turnover Continuous improvement and cost-efficiency Delivery of sustainability objectives Package & Benefits 50,468 per annum Company van and fuel card 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days' annual leave Generous family-friendly policies Paid Urgent Domestic Leave Medicash and Employee Assistance Programme Health Cash Plan worth up to 1,700 per annum Employer pension contributions of up to 12%, subject to employee contributions Learning and development opportunities Salary sacrifice electric vehicle scheme Employee reward and recognition scheme Wellbeing support and retail discounts Additional Information This is a locality-based role covering Worcester City , so candidates will need to live in or within a reasonable commuting distance of Worcester. A full UK driving licence is essential , as the role involves regular travel across the locality. Due to the customer-facing nature of the position, a DBS check will be required as part of the pre-employment process. How to Apply Think Recruitment are keen to speak with experienced Repairs Managers, Maintenance Managers, Housing Managers, Property Managers and Construction/Delivery Managers who are looking for their next career opportunity within social housing. Please call (phone number removed) and ask for Deanna or apply to
Multi-Trade Operative Location: North West Based with UK Travel Rate: £14-15.50/hour + Overtime + Van + Expenses Due to continued growth and recent contract wins, we're recruiting two Multi-Trade Operatives to join an expanding team delivering maintenance and refurbishment works across the UK. This is a mobile role where you'll work across a variety of sites, carrying out a range of trade and building fabric activities. Travel and overnight stays will be required, with accommodation, food allowance and travel expenses fully covered. We're looking for practical, hands-on operatives who can turn their hand to a variety of tasks and take pride in delivering high-quality work. The Role • General building fabric maintenance • Planned and reactive repairs • Joinery and carpentry works • Fire door repairs and adjustments • Flooring, ceilings and partitioning works • Basic plumbing and multi-trade repairs • Refurbishment and improvement projects • Working across multiple client sites throughout the UK What We're Looking For • Previous multi-trade, maintenance or building fabric experience • Ability to undertake a variety of trades and repairs • Valid CSCS Card essential • DBS Certificate preferred • Full UK Driving Licence • Comfortable with regular travel and overnight stays • Able to work independently and manage workloads effectively • Strong customer-facing and problem-solving skills What's On Offer • Permanent Role • Overtime opportunities • Company van and fuel card • Accommodation provided when working away • Food allowance provided • Travel expenses covered • Long-term work with a growing business • Opportunity to join an established and expanding team If you're a skilled multi-trade operative looking for a varied role with nationwide projects and long-term career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
14/09/2026
Full time
Multi-Trade Operative Location: North West Based with UK Travel Rate: £14-15.50/hour + Overtime + Van + Expenses Due to continued growth and recent contract wins, we're recruiting two Multi-Trade Operatives to join an expanding team delivering maintenance and refurbishment works across the UK. This is a mobile role where you'll work across a variety of sites, carrying out a range of trade and building fabric activities. Travel and overnight stays will be required, with accommodation, food allowance and travel expenses fully covered. We're looking for practical, hands-on operatives who can turn their hand to a variety of tasks and take pride in delivering high-quality work. The Role • General building fabric maintenance • Planned and reactive repairs • Joinery and carpentry works • Fire door repairs and adjustments • Flooring, ceilings and partitioning works • Basic plumbing and multi-trade repairs • Refurbishment and improvement projects • Working across multiple client sites throughout the UK What We're Looking For • Previous multi-trade, maintenance or building fabric experience • Ability to undertake a variety of trades and repairs • Valid CSCS Card essential • DBS Certificate preferred • Full UK Driving Licence • Comfortable with regular travel and overnight stays • Able to work independently and manage workloads effectively • Strong customer-facing and problem-solving skills What's On Offer • Permanent Role • Overtime opportunities • Company van and fuel card • Accommodation provided when working away • Food allowance provided • Travel expenses covered • Long-term work with a growing business • Opportunity to join an established and expanding team If you're a skilled multi-trade operative looking for a varied role with nationwide projects and long-term career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
