Total 45 Others level Legal / Public / Security job vacancies in dartford kent

Service Care Legal are recruiting on behalf of a thrilled local authority in the Kent region who are seeking for a Legal Support Assistant to join their legal services team. Please find below further details with regards to these positions.

This Role Pays a competitive rate of £14.65ph umbrella

Please note that this position would be full office attendance.

Responsibilities:

• To provide a range of secretarial, personal assistant, administrative and paralegal support to Legal Services
• To provide paralegal support in the preparation of Court and Tribunal documentation and the service of statutory notices and other documents
• To assist fee-earners with correspondence and document- and time-management using the Ikin case management system
• Supporting the Monitoring Officer and Deputy Monitoring Officer in respect of the interests of and complaints against Councillors

About You:

• 3 GCSE's at grades A-C or equivalent
• Previous working experience in a legal office environment would be highly desirable
• Strong organisational skills with good IT literacy

Benefits:

• Flexible Hours
• Weekly Pay

If you are interested in this Legal Support Assistant role then don't hesitate to contact Aanisah Khan. Please send your CV to Aanisah.khan@servicecare.org.uk, or call via phone on 01772208969.

We also offer a referral bonus of up to £250 if you know someone looking for work.

Job descriptionWe are seeking a highly motivated and proactive Civil Enforcement Officers to join the team at the local Council. The Civil Enforcement team helps the District Council meet the demands of the Traffic Management Act 2004.As a Civil Enforcement Officer, you will perform a unique and innovative role, conducting street patrols within designated areas of the district.Responsibilities:-- Enforce parking restrictions across the district in line with the Traffic Management Act 2004 & Traffic Regulation Orders for Thanet- Issue Penalty Charge Notices to vehicles which are parked illegally- Ensure sufficient evidence is collected when issuing Penalty Charge Notices- Carry out daily maintenance checks of pay & display machines & reporting any issues- Carry out weekly car park inspections- Identify and report any damaged road and car park signs, faded lines that need replacing or missing.- Assist the public with any council-related enquires to provide a high level of customer service- Liaise with other enforcement teams, CCTV, and the police to provide intelligence- Investigate abandoned vehicles from initial report to removal of vehicles- Joint operations with CCTV & Streetscene EnforcementRequirements:-- Basic knowledge of the Highway Code & Road Traffic Regulations of Act 1991, Traffic Management Act & relevant legislation.- Excellent knowledge of the Thanet area- Basic computer skills- Must have a clean valid driving license- Must have excellent communication skills- Must be able to work under pressure- Must be able to work independently and as part of a team- Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions- Must be physically fit- Must have good attention to detail- Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essentialIf you are a proactive and motivated individual who is passionate about ensuring the safety and security of our community, then we want to hear from you. Apply now to join our team.

Civil Enforcement Officer

Location: Thanet Area

Job Type: Temp to Perm

Salary: £14.87 per hour

Hours: 37hrs per week on 3-week rota, between 6.30am - 10.00pm

We are seeking a highly motivated and proactive Civil Enforcement Officers to join the team at the local Council. The Civil Enforcement team helps the District Council meet the demands of the Traffic Management Act 2004.

As a Civil Enforcement Officer, you will perform a unique and innovative role, conducting street patrols within designated areas of the district.

Responsibilities:-

- Enforce parking restrictions across the district in line with the Traffic Management Act 2004 & Traffic Regulation Orders for Thanet
- Issue Penalty Charge Notices to vehicles which are parked illegally
- Ensure sufficient evidence is collected when issuing Penalty Charge Notices
- Carry out daily maintenance checks of pay & display machines & reporting any issues
- Carry out weekly car park inspections
- Identify and report any damaged road and car park signs, faded lines that need replacing or missing.
- Assist the public with any council-related enquires to provide a high level of customer service
- Liaise with other enforcement teams, CCTV, and the police to provide intelligence
- Investigate abandoned vehicles from initial report to removal of vehicles
- Joint operations with CCTV & Streetscene Enforcement

Requirements:-

- Basic knowledge of the Highway Code & Road Traffic Regulations of Act 1991, Traffic Management Act & relevant legislation.
- Excellent knowledge of the Thanet area
- Basic computer skills
- Must have a clean valid driving license
- Must have excellent communication skills
- Must be able to work under pressure
- Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
- Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Must be physically fit
- Must have good attention to detail
- Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential

If you are a proactive and motivated individual who is passionate about ensuring the safety and security of our community, then we want to hear from you. Apply now to join our team.

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Exciting Career Opportunity: Conveyancing Legal Secretary

Location: Sittingbourne
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Join my client who is a forward-thinking law firm where your skills are recognised and rewarded. I am seeking a dynamic, organised, and IT-literate individual with an enthusiastic approach to helping deliver excellent client service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Audio and copy typing of letters, legal forms (Oyez), and quotes with speed and accuracy
• Provide exceptional client service over the phone and in person, maintaining a professional and approachable manner
• Manage administrative duties such as filing, photocopying, and updating client records
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date legal files, ensuring attention to detail
• Arrange appointments and liaise with clients
• Input data into our client case management system
• Collaborate with the team, providing secretarial and telephone support when needed
• Handle confidential information with care and discretion

Ideal Candidate:

• An experienced Conveyancing Legal Secretary who can work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Someone with excellent communication skills and a friendly, confident manner
• A professional with a keen eye for detail, ensuring tasks are completed to a high standard
• A dynamic team player who is IT literate and eager to contribute to delivering outstanding client service

Key Skills:

• Proven experience as a Conveyancing Legal Secretary is (Essential)
• Fast, accurate typing and a strong command of Microsoft Word (Essential)
• A Legal Secretary qualification is a plus, though not essential

Benefits Include:
We value our team and provide a range of fantastic benefits, including:

• Discretionary bonus scheme: In 2023/2024, staff received a 10% bonus
• Pension scheme to help secure your future
• Life cover at 3x your salary for peace of mind
• Paid sick leave to support your well-being
• Membership to Benenden Healthcare
• Car-sharing scheme and Bike2Work scheme to promote green commuting
• Ongoing training and development
• And many more………

Please submit your CV (in Word) and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and explaining why you are interested in this role to: z.rawlinson@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk

New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Committed to diversity, equality and opportunity for all.

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Job Title: Conveyancing Legal Secretary
Salary: Competitive
Location: Gillingham
Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5.00pm

My client, a prestigious award-winning firm located in Gillingham, is looking for a motivated and dedicated Legal Secretary to join their expanding team.

Benefits:

• 20 days holiday + Bank holidays and Christmas shutdown
• Pension Scheme
• Life Cover - 3x Salary
• Sponsored Professional Training
• Discretional Bonus Scheme
• Membership to Benenden Healthcare
• Staff social events
• Car Sharing & Bike2Work Schemes
• Mental Health Support

Key Responsibilities:

• Answer phone calls politely and professionally.
• Handle general administrative tasks like photocopying and updating client information.
• Audio and copy typing all correspondence to include letters, legal forms (Oyez) and quotes.
• Filing documents and keeping the records organised.
• Arranging appointments and dealing with clients.
• Enter and update data in the company's case management system.
• Work as part of a team, helping with secretarial duties and phone cover when needed.
• Manage confidential information with care.
• Manage case files and draft contracts.

We're looking for:

• Proven experience working as a Conveyancing Legal Secretary.
• The ability to manage a busy workload.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply today with your CV!

TK Security & Training Services LTD are currently seeking a Full Time self employed Security Officer to work on 1 of our sites in the Kent area with an immediate start.

Shifts are Mon - Fri 1730 - 0600
Rate £12.50ph payment terms 30 day on invoice.

The applicant must have the following:

● Valid SIA Licence

● Driving Licence

● Fluent speaking and writing of the English
language

● Minimum 1 year experience

● UTR number

● Be confident working alone and able to
deal with issues on site as and when they
arise


If you feel you have all the above then please apply to the following emails.

emails: andy@tksecurity.co.uk
tony@tksecurity.co.uk

TK Security & Training Services LTD are currently seeking a Full Time self employed Security Officer to work on 1 of our sites in the Kent area with an immediate start.

Shifts are Sat 1300 - 0700 18 hrs
Sun 1400 - 0600 16 hrs

Rate £12.50ph payment terms 30 day on invoice.

The applicant must have the following:

● Valid SIA Licence

● Driving Licence

● Fluent speaking and writing of the English
language

● Minimum 1 year experience

● UTR number

● Be confident working alone and able to
deal with issues on site as and when they
arise


If you feel you have all the above then please apply to the following emails.

emails: andy@tksecurity.co.uk
tony@tksecurity.co.uk

Haven Kent Coast formerly known as Allhallows our park on the Hoo Peninsular is situated along the Thames estuary offering the closest sandy beach to central London.

Allhallows-on-Sea, Near Rochester, Kent ME3 9QD GBR

Job Details

Come and join our One Great Team here at Haven as a Security Team Member!

As part of our Security Team, you will…

- Monitor the premises, conduct regular perimeter patrols, and complete safety and fire equipment checks to ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone.
- Respond promptly and efficiently to emergency situations, manage and diffuse confrontations, and keep detailed records of all incidents.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for our team and guests, assist with inquiries, check guest passes, and support the wider team with ad hoc tasks when required.

What’s In It For You?
- Free use of our Leisure Facilities, including swimming pool 
- Up to 50% Discount off food on Park and 20% discount in our shops 
- Opportunity to use our Corporate Box at the O2 Arena 
- Fantastic Discounts with many national Brands & Retailers 
- 20% Discount to you, your family & friends across Haven & Warner Leisure Hotels 
- Reward & Recognition Schemes 
- Training and development opportunities including fully funded qualifications 
- Fantastic Health, Mind & Money Support Programme 
- Enhanced family friendly policies and pay* (eligibility criteria applied)

Pay Rates: £11.44 per hour

Experience and Qualifications
You may already have experience as a Door Supervisor or Security Officer within Retail, Hospitality or Leisure which is great! All we are looking for is…

- SIA license
- Experience within a similar role
- Committed and focused on delivering a professional service
- The ability to confidently deal with and diffuse any challenging situations
- Team player, who will be happy to support other departments
- Good interpersonal and communication skills as well as a positive attitude to customer care

Who are we? 
We’re part of an award-winning Bourne Leisure family, which includes Haven & Warner Hotels. We have 9,000 fantastic team members and 39 beautiful seaside locations and our HQ based in Hemel Hempstead. 

What’s it like to work with us? 
Working with us is ultimately defined by our exceptional people and teams. At Haven, we take pride in our Breath of Fresh Air culture, which focuses on valuing and supporting every team member. We prioritise openness and transparency in our interactions allowing our team members to be their authentic selves.

Working hours are on a rota over a 7 day period and could include evenings and weekends (depending on role). We aim to offer flexibility where we can, including full or part time hours. 

We would love to hear from you 
If you would like to apply for this role, click apply now. We will ask you a few questions which may take around 5 minutes, then click submit and one of the Team will be in touch. 

What can you expect during the recruitment process? 
When invited to meet with us, you will have an interview and either a practical assessment or a skills test, depending on the role. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments to help you perform at your best during this process, please let us know.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments or flexibility that you may require, including whether a role can be part-time or a job-share. 

We genuinely care about every candidate's experience during the recruitment process and are here to provide support where we can. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments while applying, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at resourcingteam@bourne-leisure.co.uk

Haven Kent Coast formerly known as Allhallows our park on the Hoo Peninsular is situated along the Thames estuary offering the closest sandy beach to central London.

Allhallows-on-Sea, Near Rochester, Kent ME3 9QD GBR

Job Details

Security Team Member (SIA not Required)

Come and join our One Great Team here at Haven as a Security Team Member! 

As part of our Security Team, you will be…  

- Conducting regular perimeter patrols and performing regular safety and fire-equipment, safety equipment checks 
- Ensuring guests holidays are not disrupted by maintaining acceptable noise levels in and around caravans 
- Assisting customers with enquiries 
- Checking membership passes 
- Completion of control logs and report 

What’s In It For You? 
- Free use of our Leisure Facilities, including swimming pool  
- Up to 50% Discount off food on Park and 20% discount in our shops  
- Opportunity to use our Corporate Box at the O2 Arena  
- Fantastic Discounts with many national Brands & Retailers  
- 20% Discount to you, your family & friends across Haven & Warner Leisure Hotels  
- Reward & Recognition Schemes  
- Training and development opportunities including fully funded qualifications  
- Fantastic Health, Mind & Money Support Programme  

Pay Rates: 18 to 20 £9.97, 21+ £11.44 per hour

Experience and Qualifications  
You may already be in a Security Role which is great! All we are looking for is… 

- Experience within a similar role
- Committed and focused on delivering a professional service
- Team player, who will be happy to support other departments
- Good interpersonal and communication skills as well as a positive attitude to customer care

 
Who are we?  
We’re part of an award-winning Bourne Leisure family, which includes Haven & Warner Hotels. We have 9,000 fantastic team members and 39 beautiful seaside locations and our HQ based in Hemel Hempstead.  
 
What’s it like to work with us?  
Working with us is ultimately defined by our exceptional people and teams. At Haven, we take pride in our Breath of Fresh Air culture, which focuses on valuing and supporting every team member. We prioritise openness and transparency in our interactions allowing our team members to be their authentic selves. 
 
Working hours are on a rota over a 7 day period and could include evenings and weekends (depending on role). We aim to offer flexibility where we can, including full or part time hours.  

We would love to hear from you  
If you would like to apply for this role, click apply now. We will ask you a few questions which may take around 5 minutes, then click submit and one of the Team will be in touch.  
 
What can you expect during the recruitment process?  
When invited to meet with us, you will have an interview and either a practical assessment or a skills test, depending on the role. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments to help you perform at your best during this process, please let us know. 

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments or flexibility that you may require, including whether a role can be part-time or a job-share.  

We genuinely care about every candidate's experience during the recruitment process and are here to provide support where we can. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments while applying, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at resourcingteam@bourne-leisure.co.uk 

Full Time - Civil Enforcement Officer

Location - Folkestone & Hythe

**

42.5 hours per week, Monday to Sunday (with the potential to work Bank Holidays). Shifts vary so flexibility for the role is essential.

Opportunities for overtime.

UK Driving Licence

**

Here at NSL, part of Marston Holdings Ltd., we are not just the "parking people"; we are so much more than that. Our team of highly trained frontline colleagues and back-office support team members provide outsourced business services to the public and private sectors. These include comprehensive parking and street management solutions that contribute to creating a great place to work and live.

You will probably know us best as the friendly faces you see around your local neighbourhoods and high streets keeping your streets safe and accessible.

Within this role you will be patrolling public streets and car parks, advising the public of where they can park safely and securely, issuing tickets to incorrectly parked vehicles, reporting suspected abandoned vehicles, and dealing with enquiries from the members of the public.

If you enjoy being outdoors and have great communication skills, we would love to hear from you.

What's in it for you?

Flexible Shift Patterns

First Class Training & Development Opportunities

28 days' holiday including bank holidays

Staff benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail shopping, travel and socialising to health & wellbeing

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity package (subject to eligibility criteria)
Pension Scheme

Full Uniform provided

What do you need to be a Civil Enforcement Officer?

Excellent Communication Skills

Self-Motivated

Customer Focused

A love of working outdoors

Ability to work shifts

Ability to work on own initiative

To speak to one of our recruitment colleagues or discuss how your skills or experience may suit the role, apply online today and a member of the team will be in touch soon.

We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we will consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Deal with telephone call enquiries effectively, exercising judgement when dealing with staff and the public. Respond to emails and MS Teams messages appropriately. Record voice mail messages and take appropriate action. Maintain the DOMs and their Deputys diary. Plan and organise Departmental, Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) and external agency meetings as directed by the Director of Midwifery and Gynaecology and their Deputy. Arrange cancellation/reduction of meetings in accordance with the Director of Midwifery and Gynaecologys and the Deputy Head of Midwiferys commitments. Ensure that relevant documentation is prepared and available for meetings. Make travel arrangements when required. Act as prompt to the DOM and their Deputy regarding reports and responses requested at Trust Board level or from other agencies such as NHSE, NHS Public Health, CCG or LMNS. Produce suitable information materials to assist with the smooth running of the Department for example ensuring up to date organisational and governance charts are available. Assist with project work if required including preparation of presentation materials. Escalate appropriately any queries sent to the maternity department via the secretarys office; this includes complaints and requests for personal health records and freedom of information requests. Deal sensitively with communication where staff of patients may be distressed. Ensure that all secretarial work, including the management of appointments is completed within the appropriate timeframe including internal and external letters, emails, minutes and other documents. Liaise with external agencies and support the completion of the required paperwork within the admin team e.g. social services correspondence for adoption cases. Update staff personnel files ensuring that accurate information is available for the DOM, Deputy Head of Midwifery and the senior Midwifery Leadership team. File all correspondence appropriately. Screen emails and respond to arrange meetings and bring urgent correspondence to the attention of the Director of Midwifery and their Deputy. Work closely with Procurement to ensure costs are kept to a minimum when securing assets for the maternity department. Oversee the budget across the department for all stationary and non-clinical consumables. Use Integra to purchase all necessary clinical and non-clinical equipment. Ensure continuous review for value for money, and identify cost saving opportunities. Oversee the secretarial teams working policies and systems suggesting and implementing changes as required Ensure the timely submission of reports for Divisional and Trust meetings and Committees. Support secretarial team to use the Integra finance system across the department. Ensure external income received directly by the maternity services is tracked and accounted for appropriately. The PA will receive and provide a range of information which may be complex and/or sensitive. Clinical responsibilities: The postholder has no clinical responsibilities however they will be required to work closely with the Director of Midwifery & Gynaecology (DOM) and their Deputy and senior Teams to ensure continued patient care. Education and development responsibilities:All budget holders will undertake on the job training in all matters financial and will be responsible for ensuring they are setup in the finance/procurement/HR systems with the appropriate authorisation levels. Undertake annual review and statutory and mandatory training Participate in or undertake training needs analysis Support more junior secretarial staff to develop their own skills and seek out new ways of working.

An Excellent opportunity for an experienced Security Systems Engineer to join a well-established company based in Maidstone, Kent.

The Company:

They are an NSI Gold company based at their Harrietsham office, Kent. Due to expansion, they have an exciting opportunity for a full-time experienced Security and Systems Engineer.

The successful candidate would join their team, lead junior engineers, carry out installation, maintenance, and support on a full range of security systems.
Your main duties will be installation, maintenance and fault finding within a range of systems including Intruder Alarms, Access Control, and IP CCTV, as well as bespoke emergency call systems. Therefore, experience in all areas would be ideal, although training will be provided to the right applicant who is missing any element and wishes to learn new skills.

Opportunities may arise for working overseas. We work in primarily in the Southeast and London. There may be a requirement to work away from home occasionally as part of a team.

Candidate Requirements:

• Candidate must be a minimum age of 21 for insurance purposes.
• Intruder Alarm: 5 years (Preferred)
• IP CCTV: 5 years (Preferred)
• Access and Entry Control systems: 5 years (Preferred)
• Team Leader: 2 years (Desired)
• Networking skills (Desired)

Minimum 5 years recent experience installing, maintaining and fault finding in any of the following:

Access and Entry Control systems, Emergency Call Systems, IP CCTV, and Intruder Alarms

• Excellent customer service skills, and a clean, tidy, and professional work ethic.
• Full, clean UK driving license.
• The ability to learn and adapt to changing environments, products, requirements and be willing to work primarily in the Southeast and London.
• Great organisational skills and can work autonomously as well as part of a team.
• To comply with our NSI gold accreditation, security screening checks will be carried out to the BS7858:2019 standard.

Benefits:

• Very Competitive Salary, Negotiable Depending on Experience.
• Manufacturer & Internal Training.
• Career progression opportunities.
• 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays.
• On-Call Rota fees where applicable.
• Company Vehicle.
• Fuel Card.
• Company Mobile phone, Laptop, Uniform.
• Company contributory pension.
• Private Health Care.
• Membership to Pirkx
• Exemplary Work Rewards
• Cycle scheme with Extras

People Traits:

• Clean, tidy, and professional work ethic.
• Sense of urgency.
• Positive attitude and motivated to help the business.
• Who raise and resolve problems.
• Who act professionally and do the right thing.
• Who make the extra effort to complete a task and not leave it half-finished for someone else to complete.
• Strong Team player
• Disciplined and organised.
• Strong eye for detail with a good commercial acumen.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.

If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role, then please apply now!

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability. The employer welcomes applications from all candidates who match their requirements and their decision for employment will be based purely on your skills/qualifications.

Security is an integral part of the larger Estates and Facilities Department. They are responsible for supporting and delivering all aspects of security related services throughout Canterbury and the wider Campus Network. The Security team aims to offer and deliver a flexible, value added and professional service to meet the needs and expectations of students, staff and guests.

We are currently looking to recruit a Security Officer for our night shift. The successful candidate will have experience in security or a related customer service-based area and will understand that our students, staff and guests are at the forefront of all that we do. Experience in the use of and monitoring access control/CCTV systems/fire alarm systems would also be an advantage as would a current SIA DS license.

Applicants will be able to demonstrate their customer focused skills, combined with effective written and verbal communication skills. They must be able to maintain the highest personal professional standards representing the front facing service of the University and to demonstrate the ability to deal with difficult and occasional stressful circumstances, to provide a clean, safe and secure environment for all students, staff and guests of the University. The ability to assess situations and respond efficiently, coherently and effectively is an essential requirement for this role. Candidates will be motivated, target driven and keen to learn and develop new or existing professional skills.

A shift pattern of 4 nights on / 4 nights off is worked within these posts. You will not be required to work a mixture of days and nights. Start and finish times may vary to maintain the overall flexibility required of the University security staff.

18:00hrs to 06:00hrs on a four-on-four off shift pattern

For an informal discussion about this role please contact Craig Twyman, Assistant Security Manager via e-mail at craig.twyman@canterbury.ac.uk.

How to Apply

Start date for applications: 21/08/2024
Closing date for applications: 04/09/2024
Interviews are to be held: September 2024

Previous applicants within the last 6 months need not apply.

Please note a full application including a covering letter detailing your experience alongside a CV is required for applications to be considered. Please be advised applications made without providing a cover letter will not be accepted.

Please note, Canterbury Christ Church University reserve the right to bring the closing date of this position forward where a high volume of applications is received.

Employment Visa Clarification: According to the UK Government Points Based System, this position does not fulfil the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route application.

Additional Information

Canterbury Christ Church University truly welcomes fresh perspectives and new voices. We want you to bring the real you to work, so we are committed to building a genuinely inclusive working environment where everyone is welcomed and where everyone can have a true sense of belonging. Our spirit of community will help us to eliminate discrimination and will enable us all to thrive in a culture that is underpinned by fairness and justice. We therefore seek people to join us who will proactively support and shape this aim and contribute in their own unique way. If this is you, then we are waiting to hear from you. #yourCCCU

If you require further information regarding the application process, please contact the Recruitment Team at hr.recruitment@canterbury.ac.uk quoting reference number REQ05221

Please ensure you include contact details of two employment referees in your application (CV), one of which must be your current/ most recent line manager.

Please note applications must be made online via the University website; details sent directly via email cannot be considered.

Prior consideration will be given to applicants in the University’s redeployment pool. No agencies, thank you.

Civil Engineering Apprentice Technician

Ashford, Kent

Are you ready to start an exciting, varied, and fast-paced career in engineering? Are you looking for an opportunity to earn while you learn in a fascinating industry, and be given development opportunities to help you on your way?

Project Centre, part of Marston Holdings, is a leading design, engineering, and landscape architecture consultancy whose highly talented people are passionate about creating places that are attractive, innovative, sustainable, and safe. Our approach to integrated design produces award winning results that have won significant industry recognition and includes being awarded CIHT's Employer of the Year in 2021.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Civil Engineering Apprentice Technician to join our team based in Ashford to help deliver highways & transportation engineering services.

This entry level role will involve the following tasks:

• To assist in the delivery of a range of Transportation & Highway projects relating to developing drawings and designs (Concept, Preliminary & Detailed Design stages) in accordance with standards & guidelines.
• AutoCAD drawings, site surveys, analysing data and preparing reports.
• To actively pursue on the job and formal training opportunities that complement PCL business needs and your personal development plan (including development with professional institution).
• Be flexible and undertake any duties as and when required to assist in the operations of PCL.
• Adhere to PCL Quality Assurance systems and procedures.
• Satisfy all requirements from the chosen Training course and provider.
• Work towards successful completion of your apprenticeship.
• Comply with Health & Safety legislation and policies.

The role will develop the successful candidate's skills and experience in:

• Design of Highways and Transportation Projects.
• A range of Site Surveys.
• Preparing reports and technical notes.
• AutoCAD (Computer-Aided Design) software drawing production.
• Data analysis and evaluation.
• Professional development with the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).

What we are looking for:

This position is ideally suited to school leavers at GCSE or A-Level (or equivalent) who can demonstrate the following:

• An enthusiastic and can-do attitude
• Exceptional organisational skills
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Interest in in Highways and Transportation related projects
• Microsoft Office Package - Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
• IT design software skills - AutoCAD.
• Any work experience within the engineering sector

What's in it for you?

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Salary of £22,308
• Full training & development
• Hybrid working - 3 days a week in the office + one day attending university.
• Private healthcare
• Staff benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail shopping, travel, and socialising to health & wellbeing.
• Yearly Professional Membership.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity package NB this is subject to eligibility.

If this sounds like the job for you, please apply....

New starters will be subject to clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and a County Court Judgment check. In addition, the post holder is expected to keep the Company updated if their personal circumstances change.

Marston Holdings are proud members of the 5% Club demonstrating their commitment to Earn and Learn opportunities within the workplace, and Platinum Accredited Investors in People.

We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About Us


Bexley is an outer London Borough with the best of both worlds, located between the hustle and bustle of London and the Garden of England, Kent. Within the borough we have award winning parks, open spaces and listed heritage sites.


The London Borough of Bexley is at the heart of regeneration and change as London moves east. Bexley is planning for unprecedented growth and development, but a key corporate and political priority is to ensure managed and controlled growth and the planning enforcement team plays a crucial role delivering on that priority. You will be part of the planning enforcement team ensuring that development is built in the right location and in seeking to resolve a wide range of planning issues that affect our residents, businesses and visitors within our Borough.

About the Role


For the Senior Planning Enforcement post, this is a 12 months fixed contract to provide maternity cover. You will be responsible for continuing the case work of the Senior Planning Enforcement Officer and responding to new enquiries into the Council. You will be expected to be able to arrive with the experience to deal with casework from complaint to conclusion, that includes complex and contentious casework.



You will have gained experience in informal and formal enforcement matters, including preparing and issuing Notices, prosecutions and appeals. You will be ambitious for new opportunities and want to work as part of dynamic and friendly team to meet the Borough’s ambitions. You will be capable of managing a caseload of planning enforcement cases with good people, organisational and writing skills and a keenness to learn and expand your experience and be able to make an immediate contribution to the team.


This is a key role for the delivery of the Council’s strategic corporate priorities. Working for us you will have the opportunity to make a real difference for our residents. If you’re looking for an exciting challenge in a flexible, modern and accommodating working culture, come and join us on our journey.


Please refer to the Job Description for more information.

This role is maternity cover for up to 12 months.


We will offer you in return a package that includes a competitive salary, an excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave plus bank holidays. For more information on the benefits package on offer please refer to the Candidate Information document.


Candidate Profile


It is desirable for the candidate to have a First degree or equivalent that would allow entry onto RTPI accredited postgraduate degree, a good understanding of current issues and developments affecting planning, regeneration and local government in London; An understanding of main central government and development plan policy issues including development management legislation. From a planning enforcement perspective, you will need a good understanding of the operation of local government, experience of providing a support function to a Planning Service and to provide an effective and responsive planning enforcement services on a mixed caseload of breaches, including large, complex and specialised types and issues and drafting serving enforcement notices and giving evidence in court. Appeal experience for written representation and hearings procedure is desirable.


You will have gained a good level of experience in investigations, working effectively in a team and independently as well as being able to manage your time and to be able to proritise casework. You will need to demonstrate competence in customer care and have the ability to work effectively under pressure and handle stress. You will be a logical thinker with attention to detail and ability to analyse and weigh complex issues and achieve a quality / quantity balance. You will also have gained a good proficiency in general IT skills, including database management and Electronic Data Management (EDM).


The successful candidate will be able to display a good level of ability in letter writing; in writing clear reports on a wide range of planning issues, exhibit a clear and comprehensible writing style in line with Plain English principles.

Your verbal communication skills will be effective in difficult situations and to be able to demonstrate a good level of proficiency in negotiation with clear listening, questioning and reasoning ability. The role will develop your abilities in assertiveness in seeking to resolve cases and you will need to demonstrate effective presentation skills. This will include the ability to speak with confidence and accuracy, using accurate sentence structures and vocabulary; Ability to choose the right kind of vocabulary for the situation in hand without a great deal of hesitation; Ability to listen to customers and understand their needs and the ability to tailor your approach to each conversation appropriate to the customer, responding clearly even in complex situations.


The role also will requires assisting the Planning Enforcement Manager and to positively support the enforcement team as a whole in the delivery of this service.


For the full list of essential and desirable criteria for this role then please refer to the Person Specification within the Job Description.


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Additional Information


As a disability confident employer Bexley welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on recruitment@bexley.gov.uk.

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