Total 89 Maintenance / Repair job vacancies in Plymouth, pl1 3qq

Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Engineer

Location: Plymouth

Position Type: Permanent

Salary: £35k to £40,000 p/a

Working hours: 37hours per week
09:00 to 17:00hrs Mon to Thurs
Fri 09:00 to 16:30hrs

Role Overview:
We are seeking a Facilities Maintenance Engineer to ensure the smooth operation, maintenance, and safety of our facilities. This role involves managing daily functions, overseeing repairs, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and optimising resource use to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Building Maintenance:

• Oversee maintenance and repairs of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and structural integrity.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify and address maintenance issues.
• Schedule routine maintenance tasks to prevent breakdowns.

Equipment Management:

• Ensure all essential equipment is operational.
• Maintain an inventory of equipment and arrange for necessary replacements or upgrades.

Health & Safety Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including fire safety and emergency procedures.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement measures to minimise workplace hazards.

Vendor and Contractor Management:

• Manage relationships with external contractors for cleaning, security, and repairs.
• Supervise on-site contractors to ensure work meets required standards.

Budgeting and Cost Control:

• Assist in managing the facilities budget to ensure cost-effective solutions.
• Track expenses and identify opportunities for cost reduction.

Space Management:

• Oversee the allocation of space within the building, coordinating with department heads on workspace needs.

Emergency Response:

• Develop emergency response procedures and coordinate drills.
• Act as the primary contact for facility-related emergencies.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in building maintenance or facilities management.
• Electrical apprenticeship or equivalent with at least 5 years of commercial experience (17th edition or above).
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and building codes.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with contractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems is a plus.
• Budget management experience is preferred.
• Strong communication and motivational skills.
• Must hold a full clean driving license; forklift or cherry picker license is desirable but not essential.

Working Conditions:
This is a full-time role based on-site in Plymouth. Availability for after-hours emergency response may be required. If you are a detail-oriented professional with the skills to manage facilities effectively, we would love to hear from you.

Position: Maintenance Electrician
Location: Plymouth, United Kingdom
Salary: £38,000 per annum
Benefits: 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, company van, fuel card, overtime available

Are you a skilled Maintenance Electrician looking for a new challenge within a leading Facilities Management (FM) business?

We are recruiting on behalf of a prestigious FM client seeking an experienced Maintenance Electrician. This role offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and opportunities for overtime.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine electrical maintenance and repairs.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical issues.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Conduct inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Collaborate with the FM team to provide excellent service.

What We Offer:

• Salary: £38,000 per annum.
• Holidays: 25 days + 8 bank holidays.
• Perks: Company van and fuel card
• Extras: Overtime opportunities and continuous professional development.

Requirements:

• Fully qualified electrician (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds 2360/2330 or equivalent).
• Proven experience in maintenance, preferably in the FM sector.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Up-to-date knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Valid UK driving licence.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Maintenance Technician (Night Shift) - Plymouth

Up to £42,000- Night Shift - 24 days holiday - Life Assurance - Cycle to Work Scheme - Private Medical - Reward Scheme - Matched pension up to 10% of salary

Are you a Maintenance Technician looking for a new and exciting opportunity with a rapidly growing company with clear progression routes? My client is a major manufacturer in the Plymouth area.

With plenty of opportunities to progress within the company, this is a great time to get into an industry growing company known globally.

Package and Benefits:

• Up to £42,000
• Night Shift
• 24 days holiday
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Private Medical
• Reward Scheme
• Matched pension up to 10% of salary

Role & Responsibilities:

• Dealing with electro-mechanical faults.
• Fault finding, diagnosis and repair.
• Planned preventative maintenance.
• Refurbishing all machinery.
• Adhering to all quality standards.
• Promoting continuous improvement.
• Operating production machinery.
• Assembling components/products.
• Deal with quality checks/inspection, performance quality.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• NVQ 3 (minimum) or time served - Electrical or Mechanical.
• Experience with maintenance/production.
• Continuous improvement techniques.

Please contact Hermione Jones for more information.

Hermione@hunterselection.co.uk | 01275371981

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Homecare Administration To co-ordinate Homecare processes in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures, safe working systems, and the legal framework for the Supply of Medicines. To maintain the EMIS drug files for prices, removal of out of use templates, contract reference maintenance and contract pricing. To manage new drug file requests To ensure SOPs and Forms are regularly updated on Q-Pulse and to notify staff of changes. To manage/support the appropriate electronic archiving of Homecare documentation. To help with patient transitions when new contracts are awarded. To manage the complaints and incidents process and distribute prior to PPSA meetings. To manage IV Antimicrobial referrals. To support the Lead and Senior Pharmacy Technicians with reporting into relevant quality management systems. To manage/support the daily Homecare Team huddle and attend other relevant huddles. To manage the generic email and efficiently and effectively resolve queries. To support the investigation of Datix, and the reporting of deviations. To manage/support with Quality Improvement projects. To support with Homecare 'Key Performance Indicator (KPIs) reports and databases. To support with patient/clinic queries and to escalate when necessary. To update the exception database when required. To support financial improvement work. To undertake relevant line management duties such as 1:1s, absence management and appraisals. To support with the training of relevant staff. To support management of BlueTeq compliance and the audit tool for Homecare. To ensure that IVIG Databases are updated when Homecare prescriptions have been received. PPSA and Homecare Providers To arrange the onboarding of new medications on Homecare and introduction meetings between the Homecare provider and therapy area. To arrange Homecare provider Service Review Meetings. Monthly for the first 6 months, and then quarterly for established therapies. To arrange urgent Service Review Meetings if a service is not fulfilling its obligations. To participate in regional face-to-face and MS Teams meetings and bi-monthly conference calls with the Peninsula Purchasing Supply Alliance (PPSA). To participate in contract re-tenders. Prescription Management To supervise the prescription management workflow. To support the building, authorisation and distribution of patient specific order prescriptions by the most appropriate methods. To assist the team in the introduction and use of E-Sign (e-Rx). Invoicing To support the various statements of accounts that are received from each Homecare provider in a timely manner and the updating of the statements to accurately reflect the status of debt. To manage/support the download and appropriate storage of invoices from portals and emails To manage the matching and price checking of invoices against Homecare prescriptions. To manage/support the payment of invoices and the resolution of queries. To ensure all due invoices have been passed for payment by month end unless in query. To chase any missing invoices before month end. To manage/support the prompt resolution of credits that have been issued by the Homecare suppliers. Training To attend relevant manager courses. Participate in the PWDS Screening competency when the opportunity arises. Train new members of staff.

VAN DRIVER SERVICE TECHNICIAN

Job Role - Van Driver Service Technician
Location - Plymouth, PL7
Pay Rate - £13.24 PAYE + overtime available
Temp-Perm

Are you a compassionate, reliable, and technically minded individual who wants to make a real difference in people's lives?

We are looking for a Van Driver & Service Technician to deliver and install oxygen equipment in the homes of vulnerable individuals across the Plymouth area & parts of North Cornwall. This is more than just a driving job - it's an opportunity to provide essential support to those who need it most and meet some wonderful people along the way!

The role involves driving a van to multiple locations, you will be responsible for delivering gas canisters to vulnerable people's homes and installing and servicing home breathing apparatus. You will be required to move the oxygen canisters from the van into people's home, therefore heavy lifting will be required.

About you:
The ideal candidate will hold a full UK category B driving licence with no more than 3 points.
Experience in a similar delivery or service technician role is preferred but not essential - full training will be provided.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical information clearly and empathetically.
Basic mechanical or electrical skills are an advantage.
Ability to manage time effectively and work independently.
A caring and professional attitude, with a commitment to supporting vulnerable individuals.

An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

If you would like to know more please contact us and speak to Rebecca.

VAN DRIVER SERVICE TECHNICIAN

Job Role - Van Driver Service Technician
Location - Plymouth, PL7
Pay Rate - £13.24 PAYE + overtime available
Temp-Perm

Are you a compassionate, reliable, and technically minded individual who wants to make a real difference in people's lives?

We are looking for a Van Driver & Service Technician to deliver and install oxygen equipment in the homes of vulnerable individuals across the Plymouth area & parts of North Cornwall. This is more than just a driving job - it's an opportunity to provide essential support to those who need it most and meet some wonderful people along the way!

The role involves driving a van to multiple locations, you will be responsible for delivering gas canisters to vulnerable people's homes and installing and servicing home breathing apparatus. You will be required to move the oxygen canisters from the van into people's home, therefore heavy lifting will be required.

About you:
The ideal candidate will hold a full UK category B driving licence with no more than 3 points.
Experience in a similar delivery or service technician role is preferred but not essential - full training will be provided.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical information clearly and empathetically.
Basic mechanical or electrical skills are an advantage.
Ability to manage time effectively and work independently.
A caring and professional attitude, with a commitment to supporting vulnerable individuals.

An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

If you would like to know more please contact us and speak to Rebecca.

Benefits

Excellent ongoing paid training from day one and throughout your career.
Work Place Pension
Excellent Induction and regular formal supervision with your line manager.
Casual dress
Referral programme
Eligible for Blue Light Card
When working a full shift, meals are free.

The safety of our Service users, staff, and premises is the utmost priority for Allied Care. The role of the general maintenance operative is to ensure that the premises and grounds are maintained to a high standard. As our Maintenance operative, you’ll be a valuable member of our staff, promoting the well-being of our service users and the successful running of our care home.

This role covers our services in Plymouth, South West England.

The ideal candidate will have maintenance experience in a social care and health care setting, and have good literacy and numeracy skills. A qualification in one aspect of maintenance (e.g., plumbing), would be preferred, but not essential as full training given. The ideal candidate will have a general knowledge of all aspects of household maintenance, and be able to identify when an outside contractor is required and advise accordingly.

This is a full-time contract Monday – Friday with some element of emergency on-call expected to include paid call-outs if necessary.

You will be working jointly with the Home Managers to ensure that our homes are maintained to the highest of standards. Your responsibilities will include -

Liaise with home manager to prioritise and complete maintenance tasks.
General care home maintenance (moving of furniture, mowing/weeding, clearing drains and soil pipes, painting and decorating, and hanging pictures. Mending leaks. Changing taps. Includes ladder work.
Ensure all ventilation units and lights are kept clean. Replace any defective light bulbs/diffusers
Liaise with Home Manager or delegated Staff Member regarding maintenance work to be carried out
Ensure all equipment used by the maintenance operative is clean and well maintained
Checking control panels and electrical wiring to identify issues
Perform minor fixes such as repairing broken locks, filling gaps on walls etc.
Install appliances and equipment
Check functionality of safety systems
Inspect and troubleshoot equipment and systems
Record keeping for tasks identified and completed
Manage a small maintenance budget and keep records of expenditure
The above list is not exhaustive

The post holder will be a Pharmacy Technician (NVQ / BTEC level 3 or equivalent) who is currently registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). The post holder will also have completed further training (where required) to achieve accredited checking technician status. Additionally, you should have successfully completed a national accreditation in medicines optimisation, or be prepared to train to achieve this accreditation. The post holder will rotate duties with the other band 5 Pharmacy Technicians to provide the services listed below under the direction and support of the Clinical Director of Pharmacy and the Senior Management Team. To undertake patient-focused Medicines Optimisation pharmacy duties in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and the legal framework for the supply of medicines. Medication assessment - assess the suitability for the use of medicines brought into the hospital by patients. Supply medicines - ensure and organise the efficient supply of medicines during a patients stay in hospital and for patients taking leave or being discharged. Daily dispensing and checking of medication for inpatient wards and outreach units. Clozapine dispensing service operating from Glenbourne Pharmacy including the checking of blood results and coordination of supplies to inpatients and those in the community. Patient counselling - counsel patients and carers, as appropriate and in conjunction with the clinical pharmacist in order to ensure maximum benefit is gained from their medicines. To undertake medicines optimisation ward services in accordance with standard operating procedures to include: Visiting designated wards/units to check the daily communication book. Checking current ward stock to ensure it is in usable condition and is within its expiry date. Ensuring the appropriate re-use / segregation and / or destruction of unwanted / unsuitable stock. Determining the amount of stock required in liaison with unit managers and ward pharmacist / clinical lead pharmacist. Generating orders for the required amount of stock. Brining to the attention of the ward pharmacist / clinical lead pharmacist any requests from wards for non-formulary items and non-stock items. Informing the ward clinical pharmacist and ward staff of any out of stock, to follow or currently unavailable medicines. Removal and destruction of controlled drugs. Medicines Reconciliation - To participate in Medicines Reconciliation within the relevant care setting. The post holder should have successfully completed an accredited Medicines Reconciliation course and be the holder of a certificate of completion, or be willing to train to do so. This accreditation will allow the post holder within the perimeters of the Medicines Management and Medicines Reconciliation Policy and Procedures to undertake: Level 1 Medicines Reconciliation - accurately complete, verify and record medication histories. Level 2 Medicines Reconciliation - reconcile the verified medication history with the most recent prescription available. Level 3 Medicines Reconciliation - to refer all level 3 to the Clinical Pharmacist. Communicate the outcomes of the level 1 or 2 medicines reconciliation process. Complete all documentation accurately and legibly in accordance to organisational Policy and Procedures. Discharge Facilitation - to participate in Discharge Facilitation within the relevant care setting. The post holder will be expected to: Accurately assemble all necessary information regarding a patients discharge. Communicate and liaise with all relevant parties regarding any issues concerning or delaying the patients discharge, and / or necessary follow up requirements. Inform nursing staff or any controlled drug requirements. Assemble all required documentation and medication in preparation for the patients discharge. Establish patient medication information needs and provide an opportunity for the patient / carer to ask questions. Accurately complete a final locker check of medication, compliance aids, prompt charts, against the discharge prescription offering patient counselling where appropriate. Complete all documentation accurately in accordance to organisational Policy and Procedure. Analytical and Judgemental skills To critically assess prescription charts and discharge prescriptions when dispensing or checking prescriptions to ensure: Prescriptions are legal and conform to the organisations standards as detailed in the Medicines Policy. The whole of the prescription has been screened by a pharmacist. The prescribed medication list is fully reconciled with previous records on admission. Using judgement to decide when to query prescriptions and how urgently this is required. Use of specialist product knowledge to optimise the quality of cost-effectiveness of the dispensing service. Blood test status for patients on Clozapine and dispensed quantity consistent with active test status. To work closely with the pharmacists to resolve discrepancies and make interventions involving patients medication with reference to the prescriber whenever possible. To assess compliance with medication and the patients ability to self-medicate. Where necessary to organise compliance aids for individual patients (medication cards, monitored dose boxes, etc. following formal assessment) to support independence. Planning and Organisational Skills Organising and prioritising own workload in order to respond to urgent and varied requests in a timely manner. Plan the rota for the technical pharmacy team, organising supervision of support staff. Fitting own work schedule within outline staff rotas and being flexible according to the needs of the service. Supervision of junior pharmacy staff in own areas of work to ensure workload is completed in a timely manner. Working under pressure to ensure deadlines are achieved. Scheduling of Clozapine supplies according to blood test status, dosage prescribed and individual factors. Freedom to Act Pharmacy Technicians are expected to work with limited supervision and to act on their own professional judgement within their competence. Support mechanisms exist within the pharmacy team by contacting line managers, clinical leads and the senior management team on a mutually beneficial basis. If studying for a specific qualification a suitable mentor will be available. Line management support is available as required. This role is defined by standard operating procedures which should always be followed. Service Development To actively contribute to the development of ward / unit based pharmaceutical care initiatives e.g. self-medication schemes, use of patients own drugs in hospital, Medicines Management, Medicines Optimisation, Discharge Facilitation, patient and carer counselling. To propose and support the expansion of or changes to Clinical Pharmacy Services. To attend and contribute to Pharmacy Team meetings and participate in discussions on the development of the service. Implement policies and propose changes to practices, procedures for own area / propose policy or service changes that may impact beyond own area. Implement SOPs within Pharmacy Technician teams, implement Medicines Management policies, contribute to wider organisational system policies. Management of Staff To provide day to day supervision; professional / clinical supervision and training of less experienced staff; undertake basic workplace assessments. Training and Development To assist in the training of staff involved in ward based pharmacy services, e.g. Pharmacy Technicians and assistants, Trainee Pharmacists and students, nursing and medical staff. To assist in the training, induction and supervision of new members of staff. To undertake CPD and maintain a portfolio of personal and professional development. To attend such study days and updating courses as are deemed necessary for the advancement of the service. Other Duties To undertake any other reasonable duties necessary by the Clinical Director of Pharmacy or their Deputy. Communications and Relationships Well-developed verbal and written communication skills (including telephone and email) are essential to the role, even when there are communication difficulties. To liaise with all levels of healthcare staff and patients with regard to medication supply issues in all areas of work. To maintain patient and corporate confidentiality at all times. To liaise with the following as necessary: Patients and carers The ward multidisciplinary team Nursing, consultant and junior medical staff GPs, community nurses and community pharmacists to ensure appropriate supply of medicines to facilitate safe transfer of care Other clinical pharmacy service staff and members of the Pharmacy department at UHP Clozapine Patient Monitoring Service (CPMS) , Denzapine Monitoring Service (DMS), Combined Labs (Derriford Hospital), Kingspath Clozapine Plasma Level Service. IT systems: SystmOne, PharmOutcomes, Pharmacy Manager, IT systems service desk Other mental health trusts / pharmacy departments for patients recently transferred Ward managers and clinical team leaders Modern Matrons ICB / NHS England Medicines Optimisation advisors To take part in leading huddles and taking minutes for huddles and meetings To be tactful and empathetic when dealing with patients and provide reassurance with respect to medication issues. Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, as well as with Clinical Pharmacy Services team and members of the pharmacy department at UHP. To promote compliance by prescribers and other healthcare staff with the South and West Devon Formulary. Physical Demands of the Job There is a need to travel between units in a timely manner, therefore ability to drive and to use own car is an advantage. Dispensing and checking medication including monitored dose packs.

Planned Maintenance Technician | Salary: £35,000 - £40,000

Location: Belliver Way, Roborough, Plymouth PL6 7BP

Are you an experienced Maintenance Technician looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced automated manufacturing environment? My client is seeking a skilled individual to join their team as a Planned Maintenance Technician.

Main Responsibilities:

• Perform AM/PM activities to maintain equipment, ensuring tasks are completed on-time and according to schedule.
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Planner to ensure maintenance tasks are well-documented and executed efficiently.
• Conduct regular maintenance audits, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement to enhance the PM program.
• Provide leadership in TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) activities as assigned.
• Support the organisation and preparation of spare parts and materials required for planned maintenance and equipment rebuilds.
• Participate in plant shutdowns to perform essential maintenance tasks.
• Work closely with the manufacturing unit's technical teams to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Assist with the technical development and training of unit technical staff across all shifts.
• Carry out additional duties as required to support the business.

About You:

• Level 3 qualification in a relevant field (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics) is highly advantageous.
• A minimum of 5 year's experience in a high-speed automated manufacturing setting.
• Strong team player with the ability to coach and mentor team members on technical matters.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex machinery and make quick, effective decisions.
• Excellent communication skills and a good understanding of both electrical and mechanical practices.
• Experience with control systems, robotics, or automation is a strong advantage.

If you have the skills, experience, and passion for maintaining cutting-edge manufacturing equipment, we want to hear from you! Apply today for this exciting opportunity. You can call Dani on 01489 336283.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Production Technician

Randstad are recruiting for Production Technicians to come and work for an industry leader in medical technology at their Plymouth site on Belliver Industrial Estate (PL6 7BP).

This is a permanent role paying £36,630 per annum on a 3 days on, 3 days off shift pattern. The working hours are 11am to 11pm each day.

Role responsibilites include but are not limited to -

• Attend to electro-mechanical faults, diagnosing and repairing in a timely manner to keep up with production targets.

• Conduct Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and refurbish offline machinery and ancillaries.

• Ensures all manufacturing equipment is set up and produces product according to established Quality Control specifications and standards. Maintaining acceptable quality and waste levels.

• Ensures that any statutory legislation and/or quality system requirements are adhered to with regard to process changes and equipment modification.

• Continually supervises in-process quality, addressing issues as needed to prevent product holds.

• Ensures that all existing and new equipment and processes are operated in compliance with all current Quality Control, Health & Safety and Environmental legislation and regulatory requirements.

• Works closely with Operational, Engineering and Quality Control personnel to actively pursue and promote continuous improvement; SSU, 5S, CIAS, Near Miss, etc.

• Ensure all equipment is maintained as assigned, and in accordance with requirements detailed on the appropriate schedule/plan or work instruction. Ensuring the minimisation of downtime within planned costs for repair and spares

• To support engineering in the installation and validation of new equipment and technology and ensure a smooth and acceptable transfer to production.

The ideal candidate will have -

• Qualification in electrical or mechanical engineering (e.g C&G, HND) or a time served apprenticeship.

• Experience in a high volume, highly automated manufacturing environment.

• Experience in maintenance and fault finding.

Benefits -

• Matched contribution Pension scheme up to 10% of salary

• Life assurance and critical illness cover

• Private Medical Insurance

• Share save scheme - matched up to £150/month

• Reward & recognition scheme linked to Health and Safety and Continuous Improvement

• Employee Assistance Program, supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing

• Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme

• Subsidized canteen

• Free car parking

• 24 days holiday (25 after 5 years)

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

We are looking for a qualified Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator to work in our busy accident repair centre.

Key Responsibilities:
The role will include but is not limited to;

· Accurate damage assessments

· Generating Audatex assessments

· Reporting for our insurance clients

· Customer service via customer visits and calls



Skills and Experience:
• Someone who can maintain excellent time management and organisation
• Ability to work without supervision and maintain motivation
• Great attitude to work and towards all members of staff
• Work well as a team
• Good communication skills
• Good decision making and problem solving skills
• H&S knowledge/awareness and compliance
• Relevant industry experience

Royal Mail is something special, a well–loved brand people can rightly be proud of. We have the assets, the infrastructure and the scale that others don’t, yet we are a big part of the communities we operate in, making billions of precious deliveries each year. Our people are at the heart of our business and are integral to helping us to utilise the latest technology and business approaches to optimise, automate and digitise our operations.

Job reference: 320107
Location: Plymouth Workshop

Are you looking for stability and variety in your next move? Join the largest, and greenest, fleet operator in the UK and take on a new challenge in a commercial vehicle workshop environment.

We’re recruiting an IMI Level 3 qualified mechanic at Plymouth Workshop on a Permanent contract, with the potential to earn up to £50,000 per annum including overtime.

Working Hours: Full time
- 39.5 hours per week (rotating shift pattern; week 1: 06:00
- 14:30, week 2: 11:30
- 20:00). You will be required to work 1 in 3 Saturdays (with a weekday day off)
What’s in it for you?


- Salary: £38,114 per annum.
- Additional weekend supplement on Saturday (£50 per shift) is applicable.
- You may be eligible for a welcome bonus of £1,500*
- 22.5 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays), rising with service and with the option to purchase more.
- An excellent company matched pension scheme and financial benefits.
- The chance to develop your career, including a customised annual training and development plan.
- PPE and image clothing supplied (including overalls and steel toe capped boots).
- Exclusive discounts on shopping, tech, travel, days out and socialising for you and the family.
- The chance to work for the Environmental Fleet of the Year 2024.
*payments are made in instalments and subject to terms and conditions.


A bit about the role

With a Fleet of over 49,000 vehicles, including traditional fuel and electric vehicles, LCVs and HGVs, maintaining our vehicles is a true team effort. We’re investing in modernising our fleet, giving you the opportunity to work on a variety of makes and models. There’s never been a better time to join Royal Mail as a Vehicle Technician.

- You’ll perform a full range of inspections, diagnostic, maintenance, and repair procedures on a range of vehicles, trailers, and mechanical equipment.
- You’ll use your own personal toolkit to undertake routine maintenance and repair light / heavy goods vehicles.
- You’ll also have access to specialist tooling and shared equipment in our modern, fully equipped workshops.
A bit about you

- Qualified mechanic: you’re fully qualified to an advanced level (IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy vehicle or equivalent). You’ve got your own toolkit for standard repairs.
- Varied vehicle experience: Proven Vehicle Technician experience working on a wide range of vehicles, for example LCV / HGV.
- Valid UK driving licence: You hold a full manual UK driving licence.
- High working standards: you take pride in your work and do what is necessary to make sure the job is done effectively.
- Flexible to service demands: you’re able to work on a flexible shift rota. You’re always willing to support your team where necessary.
Interested? Click ‘Apply Now’ to make sure you don’t miss out of this fantastic opportunity.

Trust is the foundation of everything we do at Royal Mail. We aim to be transparent about the qualities we seek and build trust from the start of your journey with up. Your interview is the first step, and we want you to shine. To help you prepare, we’ll provide you your interview questions in advance. This ensures you can present your best examples. At Royal Mail Group, we value trust and our people.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Maintenance & Testing Electrician
Plymouth
£36,000

Are you an Electrician looking for localised testing and maintenance work across Plymouth and surrounding areas?

Our client has over 25 years of experience within the building and facilities management industry and has some of the UK largest commercial clients. They can offer localised work, frequent overtime and additional training for those within the company.

You will be required to complete RCD testing, emergency lighting tests as well as pre-planned maintenance of power supplies and various other electrical systems within a major retail chain across Southampton. You will additionally be responsible for attending breakdowns as part of a 24 hour call out covering the other stores across Plymouth and surrounding areas.

* £36,000
* Company Van & Fuel Card (Personal Use)
* 25 Days Holiday & Bank Holidays
* Frequent Overtime (Including Weekend Work)
* 1 In 5 Call Out Rota
* Additional Training: IPAF & PASMA
* Company Pension Scheme
* Monday-Friday 08:00-17:00

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Royal Mail is something special, a well–loved brand people can rightly be proud of. We have the assets, the infrastructure and the scale that others don’t, yet we are a big part of the communities we operate in, making billions of precious deliveries each year. Our people are at the heart of our business and are integral to helping us to utilise the latest technology and business approaches to optimise, automate and digitise our operations.

We are now recruiting for Automation Maintenance Technician at our Plymouth Mail Centre, Plymstock, PL9 7XX site.

Salary: £51,051 per annum, plus night shift allowance of £5,100 per annum (pro rota) , 22.5 days annual leave with bank holidays and a defined contribution pension scheme. A weekend supplement for Saturday (£51 per attendance) and Sunday (£102 per attendance) shift attendance is applicable.
The successful candidate will be required to follow the Plymouth Mail Centre shift rotation system, as outlined below with some degree of voluntary flexibility to meet our 24/7 operational needs on occasion, including voluntary overtime coverage and occasional shift pattern flexibility.

The role will cover Eariles: 06:45 – 15:15 Lates: 14:45 – 23:15 and Nights: 22:45 – 07:15. However, this may change soon to meet the operational needs of the mail centre.

The Role

Shift attendance equates to 40 hours per week
- Full time.
Responsible for ensuring availability and performance of automation assets through completion of effective maintenance procedures.
Key aspects of the role include:


- Perform maintenance tasks, including preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance
- Performing continuous improvement activities
- Provide effective and efficient support to the Engineering Manager, Maintenance Team Leader and Engineering Team Coaches, completion of end of shift reports, fault logging and data entry
- Identify the root cause of automation breakdowns and prioritize corrective actions to meet operational processing requirements
- Monitor equipment performance and improve automation outputs in collaboration with operational stakeholders
- Identifying and working on Continuous Improvement projects, conception to implementation ownership, for machinery in the Hub/ Mail Centre
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team to achieve common goals
About you

As an experienced multi-skilled engineer you’ll be qualified in electrical and mechanical engineering (minimum ONC Electrical Engineering / NVQ Level 3 – or equivalent). Understanding Health & Safety legislation, you’ll have first-hand experience of maintaining automation equipment, ideally Programme Logic Controllers (PLC), along with a flexible approach and the ability to communicate complex issues effectively.


You are required to have a full UK driving licence as on occasion you may be asked to travel to other sites.

What happens next?

After initial application, any shortlisted candidates will be required to attend an interview, incorporating practical and verbal assessments. You’ll also be asked to supply proof any quoted formal qualifications at this interview.

About Us

Five centuries in business has made Royal Mail more than a household name. We connect companies, customers, and communities across the country, delivering a ‘one-price-goes-anywhere’, universal postal service to more than 29 million addresses across the UK.
Our market is changing, but as one of the UK's leading companies we are focused on achieving our vision of being recognised as the best delivery company in the UK and across Europe. We want to be more commercial, flexible, and efficient and are employing our strong brand and a range of new products and services to achieve this.

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Production Technician

Randstad are recruiting for Production Technicians to come and work for an industry leader in medical technology at their Plymouth site on Belliver Industrial Estate (PL6 7BP).

This is a permanent role paying £36,630 per annum on a 3 days on, 3 days off shift pattern. The working hours are 11am to 11pm each day.

Role responsibilites include but are not limited to -

• Attend to electro-mechanical faults, diagnosing and repairing in a timely manner to keep up with production targets.

• Conduct Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and refurbish offline machinery and ancillaries.

• Ensures all manufacturing equipment is set up and produces product according to established Quality Control specifications and standards. Maintaining acceptable quality and waste levels.

• Ensures that any statutory legislation and/or quality system requirements are adhered to with regard to process changes and equipment modification.

• Continually supervises in-process quality, addressing issues as needed to prevent product holds.

• Ensures that all existing and new equipment and processes are operated in compliance with all current Quality Control, Health & Safety and Environmental legislation and regulatory requirements.

• Works closely with Operational, Engineering and Quality Control personnel to actively pursue and promote continuous improvement; SSU, 5S, CIAS, Near Miss, etc.

• Ensure all equipment is maintained as assigned, and in accordance with requirements detailed on the appropriate schedule/plan or work instruction. Ensuring the minimisation of downtime within planned costs for repair and spares

• To support engineering in the installation and validation of new equipment and technology and ensure a smooth and acceptable transfer to production.

The ideal candidate will have -

• Qualification in electrical or mechanical engineering (e.g C&G, HND) or a time served apprenticeship.

• Experience in a high volume, highly automated manufacturing environment.

• Experience in maintenance and fault finding.

Benefits -

• Matched contribution Pension scheme up to 10% of salary

• Life assurance and critical illness cover

• Private Medical Insurance

• Share save scheme - matched up to £150/month

• Reward & recognition scheme linked to Health and Safety and Continuous Improvement

• Employee Assistance Program, supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing

• Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme

• Subsidized canteen

• Free car parking

• 24 days holiday (25 after 5 years)

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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