Total 29 job vacancies by ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD

Caretaker needed in Maidstone £13.15ph ref 0009 0D8E / 1

We are looking for a Caretaker to join our team covering the Kent area. Our Caretakers provide an essential service to ensure the quality of the environment within our estates and communal areas.

You’ll be responsible for maintaining the estate and communal areas to a high quality cleaning standard and maintaining a safe and aesthetically pleasing environment for residents and members of the public;

Summary of Tasks & Responsibilities:

Attend to cleaning tasks in compliance with schedules and frequencies defined for each estate

Report Emergencies, communal repairs and any incidents of vandalism

Keep Internal and External areas free of graffiti

Manage bin areas including disinfect, rotate position for collection, deep clean etc.

Act as a point of contact for residents and ensure good communication is kept with all teams and departments.

Identify hazards and complete risk assessments on a daily basis and take remedial action as necessary.

Grit estate access paths and roads when snow/ice expected.

To comply with any COSHH regulations which apply to cleaning materials that are used.

The ideal candidate for the role;

Previous experience of cleaning and caretaking or similar

Good customer service skills and can remain courteous and polite at all times

Identify repairs within the blocks and report them

Applicants will need to have an understanding of Health and Safety, be customer focused, with strong communication skills. Ideally, you will have knowledge of COSHH Regulations

Budget Transformation Lead needed in Birkenhead

The rate is £500.00 per day PAYE

This is a temporary role

The reference number is: RQ1411952

The successful candidate will lead for the design and implementation of budget transformation programmes across all service areas. They will be working with senior stakeholders to identify and deliver efficiency savings. Creating robust business cases and financial models to support transformation initiatives. Urgently required to support the achievement of a balanced budget.

Due to high volumes of CVs received, we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Kirsty@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website

£45718pa

Health And Safety Principal Consultant And Construction (Environmental Services)

Flexible working policy 7 am - 6 pm core hours. On site and office, some scope (tbc) for hybrid working, but needs to be Bristol or local based. Team size - no direct reports. Level of autonomy. Bristol is an ambitious, global and diverse city and the City Council is committed to building a better Bristol that includes everyone in the city’s success.

This is a permanent basis

Fire Safety Manager needed in Manchester

The rate is £21.92ph PAYE

This is a temporary role

The reference number is: 0009 70B2 / 1

The successful candidate will undertake all fire safety management duties, manage the FRA remedial works programme, act as the lead for property fires and liaise with GMFRS for and to work with the Building Safety Manager in the managing MCC's 12,500 stock, including high rise accommodation.

They will ensure the effective delivery of all fire safety works are completed to a high level of customer satisfaction, to a standard of legal compliance. Providing assurance to the Head of Design & Delivery, Executive Management team and the relevant Corporate Board and the Housing Advisory Board on all fire safety compliance matters.

Support and advise on procurement of contractors for fire safety works, drafting work specifications and quality standards where needed. Participate on tender of valuation and contractor selection as required. Providing on going advice on the competency of contractors to undertake works and ensuring robust contract management of the selected contractors by monitoring quality of work to determine compliance with fire safety legislation and guidance.

Due to high volumes of CVs received, we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Kirsty@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website

News and Comms officer needed in Liverpool £19.44ph ref 361762

Job Purpose:

To provide a professional operational news service for the client, on a 24-hour basis, with the aim of increasing public confidence, helping communities understand the work of the client and helping them deliver its strategy and objectives.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

Demonstrable experience of working in a busy press office environment for a large organisation.

Proven experience of planning and delivering news activity to protect and enhance an organisation’s image.

Experience of sourcing, researching and distributing quality news content using press releases, images and video to effectively tell stories.

Experience of and an understanding of working to media and publishing laws.

Good written and oral communication skills, interpersonal and presentation skills in order to effectively represent the force to the media and other stakeholders.

Ability to work under pressure and possess qualities of tact, diplomacy and resilience as the working environment is challenging with work often having to be delivered to tight deadlines.

Must be able to work effectively in an environment where confidentiality is paramount and discretion essential. Full time hours on a temporary basis.

Police Staff Investigator Firearms needed in Liverpool £16.17ph PAYE - Reference: 361358

To be accountable for the successful planning, execution, monitoring, control delivery and closure of multiple construction projects relating to the Estate Strategy.

• The post holder must be able to write and produce comprehensive letters and reports to a high standard.
• Ability to plan and organise, manage priorities, balancing their workload and work to deadlines monitoring delivery to ensure required standard is met.
• The post holder must be willing and able to undertake relevant courses to enable them to conduct criminal investigations together with the ability to interview witnesses and victims and interview suspects. They must have or be able to work towards gaining a sound and accurate working knowledge of legislation and procedures relevant to the documenting, handling and storage of exhibits, the responsibilities and procedures in respect of disclosure.
• Ability to work in a small team with minimum supervision.
• Liaising with CPS, legal representatives and other agencies involved in crime Investigations

This is a Full time role on a temporary basis.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to katie@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website www.essentialemploy.co.uk.

Joiner needed in Heywood, Paying £16.93ph - Reference: 0009 6FBE / 1

Managed Property Services (MPS) are recruiting for a Joiner to be part of a reactive and planned maintenance team providing a high quality building maintenance service to the customers of the client.

The candidate will be required to carry out various joinery installations and repairs, within set timescales, to a manner that demonstrates a high regard for customer care, and a high standard of workmanship, efficiency and compliance with customer / contract requirements.

This post requires the candidate to have gained relevant vocational qualifications (e.g. City & Guilds) in this area of expertise, and be able to demonstrate a vast work experience across the trade.

This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Beth@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website www.essentialemploy.co.uk.

Conveyancing Coordinator (Hybrid/Working from home) needed, £31,818.00 p.a PAYE - Reference: 5258320

You will ideally have -

• Have built their career in conveyancing and will be able to demonstrate considerable experience in working with property, housing or asset management.
• Will understand the principles of title and property documentation within the conveyancing process and will take pride in their attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing and drafting legal documents
• Have excellent communications skills and the ability to build some really strong working relationships as they manage your own busy and varied workload.
• Will be required to travel for this role, having a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Our operating region is growing so they will ideally be located within it or close by.

Our operating regions includes, Hampshire, Wiltshire, Somerset, Dorset, Devon, Cornwall and London.

• Assist the team in the delivery of large volume disposals of void properties and land holdings via private treaty and auction, as well as acquisitions of properties through stock transfers and private treaty. Coordinating the internal conveyancing process from the approval stage through to post completion.

• Provide conveyancing and project support to the teams on disposals, acquisitions and strategic reviews and help to de-risk properties and land prior to disposal.

• Instruct and liaise with professionals including solicitors, agents, valuers and lenders in respect of a disposal and other consequential land matters which may include restrictions, easements, charges, sales of surplus land, deeds of variation, etc. as a representative of the Group.

• Collate legal packs and complete on behalf of the Group the conveyancing protocol forms including Sellers Property Information form, Leasehold Information form and Commercial property standard enquiries where applicable. With the assistance of our operational teams and other resources you will respond to enquiries received from our legal representatives which may be raised by a prospective Buyer.

• Undergo site visits to assist with the defining of boundaries, establishing rights of way and clarifying responsibilities for shared services and amenities.

This is a full time role on Permanent basis.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to katie@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website www.essentialemploy.co.uk.

Housing Paralegel needed in Wolverhampton £17.59ph ref CWC 6533

You will provide support on housing disrepair and general housing cases to the litigation team.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to beth@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website www.essentialemploy.co.uk.

HR Assistant needed in Bury paying £14.91 per hr ref 0009 5E8F /1

Full time hours on a temporary basis

We are seeking an individual to join our fast-paced HR/Payroll team to assist with increased workload and staff absences. This role involves processing HR and payroll transactions, including creating positions, managing TUPE transfers, producing contract variations, and ensuring accurate pay.

Candidates should be able to follow established processes, use their initiative, and adapt quickly to changes. Previous experience in a similar environment is ideal.

This position offers hybrid working, with office presence during the week for those who prefer it. Training will be provided in the office

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared

Highways Enforcement Officer needed in South West London Paying £144.12 per day ref 1409100

Full time hours on a temporary basis

Duties:

• Investigate environmental crimes and utilize statutory powers for enforcement.
• Conduct routine patrols to identify and address littering, graffiti, fly-tipping, and other offenses.
• Issue Fixed Penalty Notices for environmental violations, ensuring proper evidence collection.
• Coordinate with relevant services or contractors for the removal of environmental offenses.
• Inspect licensed and unlicensed highway activities, issuing penalties for infringements.
• Address unlicensed shop fronts and tables/chairs on public highways.
• Investigate abandoned vehicles and manage their potential removal.
• Report highway damage and coordinate necessary remedial actions.
• Conduct interviews and prepare statements for legal proceedings as per the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984.
• Act as a professional witness in legal actions related to enforcement.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of statutory duties and relevant legislation.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared

Senior Web Officer needed in Preston Paying £20.02 per hr Ref 1408175

Full time hrs on a temporary basis

Key responsibilities include:

• The post holder will apply judgment and analysis to identify solutions for various web projects, collaborating with colleagues and acting as the web representative on matrix groups. They will work with multiple services to provide expertise and support effective communications through web channels, proactively questioning decisions and identifying potential issues. Responsibilities include:
  • Project Management: Plan, deliver, and evaluate digital communication projects to meet service requirements.
  • Reputation Management: Generate digital solutions to enhance the organization’s reputation.
  • Technical Support: Provide specialised technical and analytical support for complex digital solutions.
  • Content Development: Manage web communication channels and develop digital content.
  • Performance Monitoring: Collaborate with communications managers to ensure measurable outcomes and project objectives.
  • Continuous Improvement: Suggest enhancements to communication methods and represent the service in key meetings.
  • User Engagement: Engage with internal and external users to achieve communication goals and manage online reputation.
  • Cost Efficiency: Identify cost-saving opportunities and advise on digital solutions for operational challenges.
  • Training and Mentoring: Provide guidance and training to less experienced staff.

  Skills and Experience Required:

  • Relevant vocational or professional qualification with broad experience.
  • Knowledge of web communication processes, usability, and user experience.
  • Strong analytical, project management, and writing skills.
  • Ability to influence others and build effective relationships.
  • Experience with content management systems and technical problem-solving.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared

Planning Officer needed in Knowsley Paying £35 per hr Ref 1408510

Full time hrs on a temporary basis

Key responsibilities include:

• 1. Deputise for the Development Control Team Leader as needed.
  2. Manage a varied caseload of complex development applications and appeals, preparing clear and accurate reports.
  3. Ensure planning applications and appeals meet service targets and comply with relevant guidance and legislation.
  4. Prepare reports and recommendations for committees and present them as required.
  5. Present evidence at appeals/public inquiries when necessary.
  6. Stay updated on legislation and best practices, advising the team and ensuring ongoing professional development.
  7. Support Technical Assistants to meet service targets and provide training as needed.
  8. Respond to enquiries and complaints under the guidance of the Team Leader.
  9. Represent the service at meetings with other organizations, maintaining high customer care standards.
  10. Perform additional relevant duties as assigned.
  11. Assist with corporate initiatives, including work on the Local Plan.
  12. Demonstrate commitment to customer care, showing flexibility to achieve service priorities.
  13. Calculate fees and charges for planning applications as necessary.
  14. Validate planning applications as required.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared

Arborist based in Bath, Paying £12.47ph PAYE - Reference: RQ1408076

This is working full time hours on temporary contract.

Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Beth@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website www.essentialemploy.co.uk

Product Manager needed in Exeter Paying £323.80 per day Ref 1391783

Full time hrs on a temporary basis

Key responsibilities include:

Purpose: The product manager ensures the quality of Flooding Products by aligning user needs with business goals, framing problems, and setting priorities for the delivery team.

Responsibilities:

• Maximize Value: Deliver Flooding products that align with business strategy, customer contracts, and user needs.
• Product Vision: Develop and communicate a product vision and roadmap based on stakeholder input.
• Manage Dependencies: Identify and manage development dependencies with related systems.
• GDS Standards: Apply Government Digital Service standards to ensure compliance in public digital services.
• Agile Practices: Lead the agile delivery team, translating requirements and prioritizing work to meet minimum viable product (MVP) standards.
• Data-Driven Decisions: Use data to inform design, technology, and user experience decisions.
• Financial Considerations: Assess the financial implications of features and their impact on total cost of ownership (TCO).
• Lifecycle Management: Oversee products through all lifecycle phases: discovery, alpha, beta, and live.
• Operational Balance: Prioritize delivery alongside routine operations and address operational issues effectively.
• Problem Resolution: Investigate and resolve patterns and trends in problems.
• Strategic Alignment: Ensure alignment with Digital Services objectives and key performance measures.
• User Focus: Gain in-depth knowledge of users and support research to inform product outcomes.
• Work Within Constraints: Identify and manage constraints while ensuring standards are met.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared