Grounds Maintenance Estates Manager (Manchester City FC)
Location: Manchester
Hourly rate: £35,000
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 6 AM to 3 PM
Contract Type: Full-time Permanent

About the role

To manage and oversee all aspects of grounds and estates maintenance across the Manchester City Football Academy, Etihad Stadium, and Co-op Live Arena. You will ensure the highest standards of turf management, landscaping, and overall estate presentation while leading and coordinating the grounds team, contractors, and suppliers to deliver first-class facilities for professional football and large-scale events.

Requirements:

• Strong experience in Senior role in Grounds and Estates Management.
• Landscaping management experience and Strong experience in managing a team of grounds workers.
• Proven experience managing large teams and overseeing multiple venues or facilities.
• Management of large teams
• Budget Management
• Health and Safety

Why Join Us?

• Great opportunity to work with one of the major football clubs in the world.
• Competitive Salary and Package: We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, ensuring that your hard work and contributions are recognised and rewarded appropriately.
• Collaborative Team Dynamics: Our emphasis on teamwork ensures a supportive and respectful work environment, where you'll collaborate with talented individuals, enhancing your skills and achieving collective goals.
• Meaningful Impact: Joining us means contributing to projects that make a tangible difference, whether it's developing life-improving products or supporting community initiatives, offering a fulfilling and purpose-driven career path.

Benefits

• Annual leave: Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Free Food & Drink on site for lunch breaks.
• Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Health Care Cash Plan: Private health and insurance cover opt in.
• Employee Assistance Programmes: Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Financial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your finances.
• Competitive pension scheme: Secure your future.
• Recognition schemes: Colleague of the month and annual awards.
• Volunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
• Mental health support: Comprehensive resources and support.

About idverde

We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.

At idverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.

Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all

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Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About the company

Family-owned Kingsley Healthcare is a UK top 20 ranked care home group (carehome.co.uk) employing 2,000-plus staff and supporting 1,400 residents.

We have a sector-leading 4.7 Glassdoor rating and are proud to be a Real Living Wage employer. Furthermore, we are proud to have been ranked Number 1 in the UK for work wellbeing in recruiter Indeed’s Better Work Awards 2023. A true testament to Kingsley’s caring ethos.

As a Maintenance Person, you will make sure the premises and grounds are maintained to a high standard. Performing regular checks, carrying out repairs and, when needed, contact engineers or service agents. You will be confident in doing fire, basic electrical and appliance checks. As the home’s Maintenance Person, you’ll be a valuable member of their friendly, close-knit team, promoting the well-being of the residents and the successful running of the home.

Reports to: Home Manager/Asset Manager



This role could be for you if you have;

- Capability of working to a very high standard.
- Ability to work as part of a team, take direction and communicate effectively.
- Experience in a facilities / maintenance role.
- Ability to perform repair work, painting, gardening and other maintenance duties.
- Ability to use tools and equipment in a safe manner.
- Knowledge of health and safety requirements relevant to a maintenance role.
- A full valid UK driving licence.



What will you get from the role?

You will have the satisfaction of working with and being supported by an enthusiastic and caring team that puts people at the heart of the business. We know the happiness of our staff improves the service we give our residents. You will have plenty of opportunities to learn and develop your skills, and we have the procedures and processes in place to help you at every step.

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum plus company van and Veolia benefits

Hours: 43 hours per week. 7.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday

Location: Mobile role covering Wigan, Preston and Manchester



When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone.



As a Mobile Mechanical Maintenance Technician you'll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.



What we can offer you;

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
  
• Refer an Engineer to us once you've joined and earn £1000
  
• Access to our company pension scheme
  
• Free physiotherapy service
  
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
  
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
  
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
  
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
  

What you'll be doing;

• Operating and maintaining Steam Boiler House systems to include Package Steam Boilers, Water Treatment Plants and other industrial utility plant.
  
• Effective completion of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities on a range of Mechanical systems is required such as Steam & Water Systems, Boilers, Pumps, Control Valves.
  
• Breakdown and repair on systems to include overhaul equipment and pipe fitting works
  
• Project work including minor mechanical installation.
  
• You will be responsible for the maintenance and publication of plant quality records and reports and implementing Safe Systems of Work to include production of Permit to Work, Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
  
• Supporting out of hour alarms from mobile sites through On-Call rota cover.
  

What we're looking for;



Essential:

• A proven engineering background within Mechanical Engineering industry with a recognised Time Served apprenticeship
  
• Experienced on industrial Mechanical equipment and Industrial Utilities assets.
  
• Experience with industrial plant fault finding and maintenance
  
• Ability to assist a multi-disciplined Engineering team.
  
• Full clean driving licence
  

Desirable:

• Experience of operating Steam Boiler plant.
  
• Knowledge of Steam Boiler plant to aid operations, maintenance and fault finding on plant
  
• Experience of maintenance on Steam systems.
  
• Experience of multi-skilled work to support both Mechanical and Electrical maintenance tasks within an Industrial environment
  
• You will have experience of producing Health & Safety documentation such as Method Statement / Risk Assessments for tasks
  
• Knowledge of Gas, Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems
  
• Fault diagnosis, repair and maintenance of Water Treatment plant & equipment such as Effluent Treatment, Demineralisation and Reverse Osmosis
  
• You will ideally possess qualification in some of the following areas - IOSH / CSCS Safety or equivalent, Confined Space, BOAS or equivalent, Steam Systems, Legionella Awareness, Industrial Gas Qualifications, IPAF / PASMA
  

What's next?



Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.



We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row!

This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.

Salary: Up to £46,000 per annum plus company van and Veolia benefits

Hours: 43 hours per week. 7.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday

Location: Mobile role covering Wigan, Preston and Manchester



When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone.



As a Mobile Electrical Maintenance Technician you'll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.



What we can offer you;

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Refer an Engineer to us once you've joined and earn £1000
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy service
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing;

• Effective completion of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities on a range of Electrical and Instrumentation systems is required such as low voltage Electrical systems and verification / calibration of pressure, temperature and level instrumentation and carrying out Alarm, Trip and Interlock routines on systems.
• Breakdown and repair in line with electrical, control and instrumentation works.
• Project work including minor electrical installations and PPMs.
• Installation of equipment onsite.
• You will be responsible for the maintenance and publication of plant quality records and reports and implementing Safe Systems of Work to include production of Permit to Work, Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
• Supporting out of hour alarms from mobile sites through On-Call rota cover.

What we're looking for;



Essential:

• A proven engineering background within Electrical and/or Instrumentation industry with a recognised Time Served apprenticeship
• Experienced on industrial Electrical and Instrumentation equipment
• Experience with Electrical fault finding and maintenance
• Ability to assist with mechanical maintenance support
• Full clean driving licence

Desirable:

• Experience of calibrating industrial process instrumentation
• Experience of carrying out Alarm, Trip and Interlock testing on systems
• Experience of multi-skilled work to support both Electrical and Mechanical maintenance tasks within an Industrial environment
• Knowledge of Steam Boiler plant to aid operations, maintenance and fault finding on plant
• You will have experience of producing Health & Safety documentation such as Method Statement / Risk Assessments for tasks
• Knowledge of SCADA (BMS / PMS) and PLC systems
• Fault diagnosis, repair and maintenance of Water Treatment plant & equipment such as Effluent Treatment, Demineralisation and Reverse Osmosis
• You will ideally possess qualification in some of the following areas - IOSH / CSCS Safety or equivalent, Confined Space, BOAS or equivalent, Steam Systems, Legionella Awareness, Industrial Gas Qualifications, IPAF / PASMA

What's next?



Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.



We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation and Highly Commended as a workplace for 55+.

This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an

environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.



We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

Here at Veolia, we're proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.

Maintenance Fitter (FM) - Manchester

The Pipefitter Maintenance role is responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair, and inspection of piping systems and fixtures used in industrial, commercial, and manufacturing settings. This includes working with a variety of materials such as metals, plastics, and other materials that carry liquids, gases, and steam. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of piping systems and be able to interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to install or repair systems as needed.

• Permanent
• Temp to Perm role
• 40 hours a week, 8am - 5pm
• £17.06 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, assemble, fabricate, and repair piping systems for a range of industrial and commercial applications.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on piping systems, ensuring safe and efficient operations. Replace or repair worn or damaged parts to ensure proper functionality.
• Diagnose issues within piping systems, locate malfunctions or leaks, and repair or replace necessary components to restore service.
• Perform routine inspections of piping systems to detect any issues, ensuring systems are up to code and meet safety standards.
• Use welding techniques, threading, and pipe cutting to join or fabricate piping as needed.

Technical Skills:

• NVQ or equivalent in a relevant trade
• Building Services Experience i.e Heating systems, Ventilation systems, Ventilation systems, Chilled water systems, AC systems.
• Proficiency in using pipefitting tools (e.g., pipe wrenches, threading machines, cutting torches).
• Experience with welding, cutting, and brazing techniques.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Customer Care Maintenance Technician

A reputable house builder seeks to appoint a Customer Care Maintenance Technician to join their Customer Care team working on new build housing developments in the North West region.

About the Customer Care Maintenance Technician role:

Working closely with the Construction team you will be responsible for arranging visits to new build homes to carry out defects. You will carry out a high standard of multi trades / maintenance works. This includes works from: Carpentry, Plumbing, Decorating, Painting, Mastic, Tiling throughout the warranty period.

Customer Care Maintenance Technician role:

• Carrying out repairs to domestic properties within warranty, as directed by Customer Service Team
• General maintenance including but not exhausted of the following: joinery repairs, decorating, tiling, flooring repairs, minor brickwork repairs, mastic seals
• Other repairs as deemed necessary
• Work alongside Customer Service Team to receive job instructions and diary management of repairs booked
• Provide updates of completed jobs, follow-up work required
• Work with office staff and field based staff to ensure service provision is maintained
• Plan workload including impending repairs, ensuring all materials required are obtained in advance
• Provide all materials delivery notes & receipts to the Customer Service Manager on a regular basis
• Provide mileage log to the Customer Service Manager on a weekly basis

Skills and experience required for the Customer Care Maintenance Technician role:

The ideal candidate will have a successful track record of working in a customer related environment within a house building/construction industry. You should have a good knowledge of housebuilding and NHBC standards.

• Qualified tradesman
• Experience of all trades
• Experience of working in occupied homes
• Ability to work using own initiative.
• Clean driving licence preferred
• Experience of working in new build homes
• Self driven highly motivated and a can-do attitude

What's on offer

• £30,000 - £34,500 (DOE)
• Company van + fuel card
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days leave + bank holidays

To apply for the Customer Care Maintenance Technician role, please contact Deena at Fawkes & Reece or apply via the link

Morgan Hunt is recruiting for Maintenance Team Leader to work with a Supported Housing Trust in Salford/Manchester on a temp to perm basis. The details of the job are below:
Maintenance Team Leader
Hours: 35 Hours between 8am to 6pm – Mon to Fri
Pay Rate: £17ph to £18ph PAYE + WTR = Total £19.05ph to £21.72ph PAYE
Duration: 3 to 6 months Temp to Perm contract
Location: Salford/Manchester

Suitable candidates must have full clean driving licence. Ideally access to own vehicle and tools allowance would be provided.

JOB PURPOSE:

Support Services are looking to employ an experienced Maintenance Team Leader with strong general capabilities. They will be responsible for carrying out daily maintenance requirements for our owned and managed properties, duties can range from basic handyman tasks as requested to plumbing, decorating and on occasions full refurbishment works, this is a very busy environment and applicants must be able to manage their own workload and work effectively unsupervised.
The suitable candidate will also manage small maintenance team of 6 and oversee the general maintenance to ensue it runs smoothly and liaise with the office manager to resolve any issues arising.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk. Were looking forward to hearing from you!

Vehicle Technician - Stockport

Salary - Up to £37,000 Basic + Bonus + Overtime DOE & Qualifications

Days - Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm, Saturday mornings on a rota

Ref - OC18754

We have a new job vacancy available for a Vehicle Technician in Stockport. My client is one of the UK's leading main dealerships in the area and they're rapidly growing, making it the best time to join! This is a great opportunity for a Vehicle Technician looking to work for and alongisde one of the best in the industry. If you're a Vehicle Technician currently on the lookout then apply now!

Vehicle Technician Benefits:

• Excellent Bonus Opportunities
• In house training opportunities for career progression
• Great pension scheme
• Company Discounts

Vehicle Technician Role:

• Carry out servicing and maintenance of all vehicles
• Electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic fault diagnosis and repair, this work may include warranty approved work in line with our brand parameters
• Department of Transport (MOT) testing duties (if qualified)

Vehicle Technician Requirements:

• Full UK driving license
• NVQ or IMI level 3 ideally but we will also consider level 2 with experience

Octane Recruitment

Consultant - Al-amin Abiru

VTNTH

Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter.

Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.

Vehicle Technician - Salford

Salary - Up to £37,000 Basic + Bonus + Overtime DOE & Qualifications

Days - Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm, Saturday mornings on a rota

Ref - OC18758

We have a new job vacancy available for a Vehicle Technician in Salford. My client is one of the UK's leading main dealerships in the area and they're rapidly growing, making it the best time to join! This is a great opportunity for a Vehicle Technician looking to work for and alongisde one of the best in the industry. If you're a Vehicle Technician currently on the lookout then apply now!

Vehicle Technician Benefits:

• Excellent Bonus Opportunities
• In house training opportunities for career progression
• Great pension scheme
• Company Discounts

Vehicle Technician Role:

• Carry out servicing and maintenance of all vehicles
• Electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic fault diagnosis and repair, this work may include warranty approved work in line with our brand parameters
• Department of Transport (MOT) testing duties (if qualified)

Vehicle Technician Requirements:

• Full UK driving license
• NVQ or IMI level 3 ideally but we will also consider level 2 with experience

Octane Recruitment

Consultant - Al-amin Abiru

VTNTH

Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter.

Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We wish to recruit an ICT Technician who will be key in supporting effective ICT across the school, maintaining hardware and software for teaching and learning. This role is critical in supporting the main priority for St Anne’s Academy: progress for all our students.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Is keen to learn and develop their skills and knowledge.
• Has a flexible and proactive approach to work and a ‘can-do’ attitude
• Can build positive and productive working relationships with others

The successful candidate will have had experience of working in an ICT setting and the skills and abilities outlined within the person specification. School specific infrastructure may be something the successful candidate will need to learn, but working under the guidance of the school’s ICT lead and as part of the ICT team of the Cranmer Education Trust, this should not be a problem.

What the school offers its staff

Working for St Anne’s means that you would be part of the Cranmer Education Trust, a successful, growing Trust which prides itself on looking after its people, offering a high level of support and access to expertise. This is an excellent time to join the team, as we develop collaborative structures and systems to enhance and support our growing family of schools.

Alongside St Anne’s Academy the Trust is made up of primary and secondary schools across Oldham and Rochdale. The Trust also incorporates a teacher training school and the East Manchester Teaching Hub and an MFL hub, which support the training and development of new and existing teachers across the North West of England. For further details please visithttps://careers.cranmereducationtrust.com/.

This position will be based at St Anne’s Academy, Middleton, but may from time to time require travel as necessary to collaborate with other schools which are all locally based.

We offer:

• Opportunities for professional development in a growing Trust
• Local Government career average pension scheme including life insurance and dependent’s pension
• Convenient location for motorway (a 2 minute drive from Junction 19, M62), bus and tram networks

Further details about the role

St Anne’s Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Cranmer Education Trust follows safer recruitment practices. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and appointment is therefore subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service.

For further information please refer to:

• the Cranmer Education Trust’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy Trust Policies | Cranmer Education Trust.
• The Trust’s statement on the employment of ex-offenders, in the job details’ documents section.
• The job description and person specification for further information regarding the safeguarding responsibilities of the role.

For further details including how to apply please click on this link: Cranmer Education Trust - Careers site

Please note that CVs are not accepted.

Closing Date: Wednesday 25 September 2024 at 9am

You are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time once we have received sufficient applications.

The Cranmer Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer and will provide reasonable support to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process.

Commitment to safeguarding

St Anne’s Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Cranmer Education Trust follows safer recruitment practices. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and appointment is therefore subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service. Please refer to: • the trust's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy; • The Trust’s statement on the employment of ex-offenders; • The job description and person specification.

Vehicle Technician - Bury

Salary - Up to £37,000 Basic + Bonus + Overtime DOE & Qualifications

Days - Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm, Saturday mornings on a rota

Ref - OC18704

We have a new job vacancy available for a Vehicle Technician in Bury. My client is one of the UK's leading main dealerships in the area and they're looking for an experienced Vehicle Technician/ Service technician wanting to join a great team! This is a great opportunity for a Vehicle Technician looking to work for and alongisde one of the best in the industry. If you're a Vehicle Technician/Service Technician currently on the lookout then apply now!

Vehicle Technician Benefits:

• Excellent Bonus Opportunities
• In house training opportunities for career progression
• Great pension scheme
• Company Discounts

Vehicle Technician Role:

• Carry out servicing and maintenance of all vehicles
• Electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic fault diagnosis and repair, this work may include warranty approved work in line with our brand parameters
• Department of Transport (MOT) testing duties (if qualified)

Vehicle Technician Requirements:

• Full UK driving license
• NVQ or IMI level 3 ideally but we will also consider level 2 with experience

Octane Recruitment

Consultant - Al-amin Abiru

VTNTH

Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter.

Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.

We are working with a leading facilities management company specialising in hard services, providing top-tier maintenance, engineering, and technical solutions to a diverse range of clients. As they continue to expand our footprint in Manchester, we are seeking a dynamic and driven Business Development Manager to join the team and spearhead growth in this vibrant market.

Key Responsibilities:

• Market Analysis & Strategy Development:

  • Conduct thorough market research to identify new business opportunities within the hard services FM sector.
  • Develop and implement strategic business development plans to achieve growth targets.

• Client Acquisition & Relationship Management:

  • Identify and engage with potential clients, building strong relationships to understand their needs and offer tailored FM solutions.
  • Maintain and expand relationships with existing clients to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and retention.

• Sales & Revenue Generation:

  • Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals to prospective clients.
  • Negotiate contracts and close deals to achieve or exceed sales targets.
  • Monitor sales performance and report on progress to senior management.

• Collaboration & Team Leadership:

  • Work closely with the operations and technical teams to ensure seamless service delivery and client satisfaction.
  • Lead and mentor junior business development staff, fostering a high-performance culture.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven track record in business development, sales, or a related role within the facilities management industry, with a focus on hard services.
• Strong understanding of the hard services FM market, including HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and building maintenance services.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytic skills and the ability to drive results.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, pension scheme, and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive and dynamic team environment.
• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance

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.

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: 315759
Location: Southampton 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 Southampton Workshop on a Permanent contract, with the potential to earn over £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: 10:30
- 19:00. 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.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, preferably an HGV licence with trailer experience for Heavy technicians.
- 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.
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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 Manchester Mail Centre site.
In this role your potential earning will be over £51,000 per annum.
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 Manchester Mail Centre's 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 early, late and night shifts with days off at the end (covering a 4 week shift pattern).

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 goalsAbout 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.

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.

Royal Mail is engaged in one of the biggest technological changes in its history, transitioning to a predominantly mechanised parcel sortation process. It’s a very exciting time to join us! To facilitate this change, a huge organisation wide investment in new parcel processing technology is in progress, with the necessary associated investment in engineering. You’ll have a unique opportunity to be a part of this exciting programme, creating a delivery service provider for the future and able to meet customer demand in the emerging “e-commerce” society. A significant opportunity for anyone wishing to further their careers through dedicated commitment.

Any applicant will be expected to fully embrace RM core values and actively contribute to its positive culture.

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