One of the UK’s leading providers of housing, care and community services, Sanctuary Group employs around 13,000 people and manages more than 100,000 units of accommodation throughout England and Scotland, including general rented, retirement living, supported housing, student and key worker accommodation and care homes. Sanctuary also provides a range of other services including maintenance, care and telecare, all of which are delivered by our dedicated employees who are completely committed to customer service.

Maintenance Surveyor

Chester

£36,371
- £38,286 per year – plus company car
35 hours per week – Monday to Friday – 8:00am to 4:00pm

We have an opportunity for a Maintenance Surveyor to join our Housing and Property team, based in Chester. The role is primarily lone working, within a team of 10 surveyors covering Sanctuary properties in the North regional area.

The role of Maintenance Surveyor will include:

- Undertaking property inspections in line with organisational policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and contract performance
- Project management of planned works
- Attending and contributing to on site meetings
- Coordinating and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring they are kept informed of progress by providing clear and precise updates
- Managing external contractors to ensure maintenance work is carried out in accordance with contract specifications and programmes
- Carry out stock condition surveys as required


Skills and experiences:

- To ensure full compliance with health and safety legislation, candidates applying for this role must be qualified to AssocRIC, MRICS or CIOB, Degree, HND or HNC in Surveying or currently undertaking the qualification. If you have a lower level qualification along with practical experience and would be prepared to undertake the qualification with the support of Sanctuary Group, we would still welcome an application
- Proven experience in working with others to deliver property related works, including indirect reports and third-party suppliers
- Experience of working within a building, surveying and maintenance environment
- Working knowledge of legislations and best practice
- Ability to extract and interpret computerised information and documentation
- Proficient user of Microsoft packages
- This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence


As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to bring with them the original certification verifying proof of their qualifications. Copies and CSCS cards will not be accepted.

About us
Sanctuary Property Services provide in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values
- working in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers and providing a first-class customer service.
Our Benefits
As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:

- 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays (pro rata)
- A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
- Life Assurance
- Employee Advice Service including counselling
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Voluntary health plans
- Employee discounts
- Wellbeing support and tools
- Employee recognition scheme
- Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
- Role salary is £31,611 with an additional policy allowance of £4,760 per annum (rising to £33,275 with an additional policy allowance of £5,011 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)


The full time equivalent salary for this role is £36,127 with an additional policy allowance of £5,440 based on 40 hours per week rising to £38,029 with an additional policy allowance of £5,727 after 12 months service and subject to satisfactory performance

Closing Date: 28 November 2024

Before you apply, please ensure you have an updated copy of your CV. If you're unsure about any details or have questions about the role, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you – propertyservices.rec@sanctuary.co.uk


We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.

For an insight into what it’s like to work for us, take a look at our company page on Linkedin

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

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 Chester Mail Centre, Chester West Employment Park, CH1 4PA site.
In this role your potential earning will be over £51,051 per annum.

Salary: £51,051 per annum, plus night shift allowance. 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.

You may be eligible for a welcome bonus of £1,500**payments are made in instalments and subject to terms and conditions.

The successful candidate will be required to cover the Chester 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.

This role is a Pool position, requiring significant adaptability / flexiblity as you’ll be stepping in for other Technicians during their Annual Leave or Sick leave. Outside of these periods, your standard shift will be the day shift, typically from 06:00 to 14:30, Monday to Friday.

The role will require cover on early, late and night shifts
EarliesMon to Fri 06.30 to 14.10, Sat 06.30 to 18.30 but may be 10.00 to 22.00 depending on who takes leave as it is a split shift, plus Sunday 06.40 to 19.00
LatesMon to Fri 14.00 to 21.59NightsSun 19.00 to 06.40, Mon to Fri 21.45 to 06.40.

The Role
Shift attendance equates to 40.0 hours per week (excluding meal breaks)
- 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.

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.

Job reference number 315217

#LI-POST #LIMRT

Royal Mail are proud of our diverse employee network groups and the active role they play to support belonging and encourage a positive work environment. We are firmly committed to inclusion and passionate about our people representing the communities we serve.

We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Please share the details within your application if required.



We are Forces family friendly and a Gold signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

For more information on Royal Mail Group and our values please click here: https://www.internationaldistributionsservices.com/en/about-us/

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 Chester Mail Centre, Chester West Employment Park, CH1 4PA site.
In this role your potential earning will be over £51,051 per annum.

Salary: £51,051 per annum, plus night shift allowance. 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.

You may be eligible for a welcome bonus of £1,500**payments are made in instalments and subject to terms and conditions.

The successful candidate will be required to cover the Chester 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.

This role is a Pool position, requiring significant adaptability / flexiblity as you’ll be stepping in for other Technicians during their Annual Leave or Sick leave. Outside of these periods, your standard shift will be the day shift, typically from 06:00 to 14:30, Monday to Friday.

The role will require cover on early, late and night shifts
EarliesMon to Fri 06.30 to 14.10, Sat 06.30 to 18.30 but may be 10.00 to 22.00 depending on who takes leave as it is a split shift, plus Sunday 06.40 to 19.00
LatesMon to Fri 14.00 to 21.59NightsSun 19.00 to 06.40, Mon to Fri 21.45 to 06.40.

The Role
Shift attendance equates to 40.0 hours per week (excluding meal breaks)
- 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.

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.

Job reference number 315217

#LI-POST #LIMRT

Royal Mail are proud of our diverse employee network groups and the active role they play to support belonging and encourage a positive work environment. We are firmly committed to inclusion and passionate about our people representing the communities we serve.

We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Please share the details within your application if required.



We are Forces family friendly and a Gold signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

For more information on Royal Mail Group and our values please click here: https://www.internationaldistributionsservices.com/en/about-us/

One of the UK’s leading providers of housing, care and community services, Sanctuary Group employs around 13,000 people and manages more than 100,000 units of accommodation throughout England and Scotland, including general rented, retirement living, supported housing, student and key worker accommodation and care homes. Sanctuary also provides a range of other services including maintenance, care and telecare, all of which are delivered by our dedicated employees who are completely committed to customer service.


Maintenance Caretaker

Parade Enterprise Centre, Chester

£28,231per annum (rising to £29,717 per annum after 12 months service subject to satisfactory performance)

40 hours per week

We have an opportunity for a Maintenance Caretaker to join our Avenue Service team in Chester. As Maintenance Caretaker you are responsible to maintain a safe and well-presented environment by carrying out general maintenance duties which include setting up meeting rooms, providing refreshments, front of house communication with contractors, the facilities team and users of the centre and carrying out regular checks on the building and equipment. You will join a team of 14 and the role involves both lone and team working. The ideal candidate will have recent experience working in a maintenance role completing minor maintenance tasks and have operated hand tools and light machinery.

The role of Maintenance Caretaker will include:

- Carrying out repairs and maintenance on various sites around Chester and reporting issues which require specialist attention
- Assisting with building health and safety checks, and ensuring compliance checks are completed on time
- Carrying out routine works and providing accurate and timely information on progress
- Maintaining an adequate supply of stock and replenishing as appropriate
- Ensuring waste is disposed of correctly and cleanliness is maintained
- Delivering high quality customer service and escalating any shortfalls in service delivery to senior colleagues to ensure they are dealt with appropriately


Skills and experiences:

- Previous experience in undertaking general caretaking, cleaning and maintenance duties, including identifying and carrying out minor repairs
- Practical experience of carrying out risk assessments is desirable
- Working Knowledge of COSHH and health and safety legislation
- Previous experience in operating hand tools and light machinery
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to plan and prioritise workloads in order to meet deadlines
- This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence


About us
Sanctuary Property Services provide in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values
- working in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers and providing a first-class customer service.
Our Benefits
As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:

- 24 days annual leave plus public holidays
- A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
- Life Assurance
- Employee Advice Service including counselling
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Voluntary health plans
- Employee discounts
- Wellbeing support and tools
- Employee recognition scheme
- Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
- £28,231 per annum (rising to £29,717 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)


For more information please visit : https://jobs.sanctuary-group.co.uk/go/Sanctuary-Property-Services/4472801/

Closing Date: 10 November 2024

Before you apply, please ensure you have an updated copy of your CV. If you're unsure about any details or have questions about the role, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you – propertyservices.rec@sanctuary.co.uk


We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.

For an insight into what it’s like to work for us, take a look at our company page on Linkedin

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Mobile Vehicle Technician

- Basic Salary: Negotiable depending on experience (starting from £15.00 per hour)
- OTE: Up to £40,000
- Hours: 45 hours per week (Flexible working options available)
- Additional Benefits: Optional overtime, fully equipped company van, industry-leading training

An exciting opportunity has become available for an Automotive Mobile Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic within a nationally renowned UK Dealer Group located in Chester.

Our Automotive Client has a need for a Mobile Vehicle Technician or Vehicle Mechanic who is motivated and able to work to their own initiative.

The ideal Motor Trade Mobile Vehicle Technician will be fully qualified and experienced within the Mobile Vehicle Technician role.

Typical Duties as a Mobile Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic include but are not limited to:

- Carrying out Servicing and Repairs to a variety of Vehicles
- MOT Testing
- Performing Diagnostic Testing to identify Vehicle Faults.
- Ensuring that paperwork is completed to the highest of standards

Mobile Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic Requirements:

- A Fully Qualified Mobile Vehicle Technician to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
- A Current and Valid UK Driving Licence
- Dedicated and committed approach.
- Your job as a Mobile Vehicle Technician will be your passion and you will enjoy all aspects of your work.
- Your own Mobile Vehicle Technician tools.

The salary of this Mobile Vehicle Technician role is up to £40,000 OTE.

Hours of work in this Mobile Vehicle Technician role are 45 hours per week (Flexible working options available)

To apply for this Mobile Vehicle Technician position, please forward your CV to Billy Peasgood quoting the job reference number or call our office for a chat about this position.

Perfect Placement are the UK’s Leading Automotive Recruitment Agency so if you are looking for a New Mobile Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Garage Mechanic, Mobile Vehicle Technician or Technical Roles within the Motor Trade be sure to contact us today.

© Perfect Placement UK Ltd – See our website for details

Maintenance Supervisor

The Queen at Chester Hotel, Premier Collection By Best Western

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Maintenance Supervisor to oversee the maintenance operations of our hotel. As the Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring that all equipment and facilities are in good working order, and that any maintenance issues are addressed promptly and efficiently.

Responsibilities:

• Overseeing the day-to-day maintenance operations of the hotel, including managing staff schedules, assigning tasks, and ensuring that all work is completed on time and to a high standard.
• Developing and implementing preventative maintenance programs to ensure that all equipment and facilities are well-maintained and in good working order.
• Managing the hotel's energy usage and implementing energy-saving measures where possible.
• Ensuring that all maintenance work is carried out safely and in accordance with health and safety guidelines.
• Managing relationships with external contractors and suppliers, including negotiating contracts and ensuring that all work is completed to a high standard and within budget.
• Managing the hotel's budget for maintenance and repair work.
• Conducting regular inspections of the hotel's facilities and equipment to identify any maintenance issues and ensure that they are addressed promptly.
• Keeping accurate records of all maintenance work, including expenses, work completed, and parts used.
• Providing reports to senior management on the status of maintenance work and any issues that may arise.
• Assisting with the recruitment, training, and development of maintenance staff.

Benefits

• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across our best western hotel portfolio.
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Hospital & death benefit plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working in a maintenance management role in a hotel or similar environment.
• Strong technical skills and a good understanding of building and facility systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• A good understanding of health and safety guidelines and procedures.
• The ability to work well as part of a team.
• A flexible and adaptable approach to work, with the ability to work evenings and weekends if required.

Hotel

Adjacent to Chester train station, a short 10-minute walk to the main shops and boutiques sits one of the biggest hotels in Chester - The Queen at Chester Hotel, part of the Premier Collection By Best Western

Its stunning Victorian features including a glorious curling four-story open-well staircase has been enhanced by superb, often quirky contemporary design, rich colours, fascinating historic photographs, and striking light installations.

It has 221 hotel bedrooms plus suites, including an award-winning double AA Rosette restaurant. The hotel also has a conference centre with 12 flexible meeting rooms, banqueting, and wedding suites.

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.

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: 314471
Location: Chester 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 Chester Workshop on a Permanent contract, with the potential to earn over £60,000 per annum including overtime.

Working Hours: Full time
- 39.5 hours per week (rotating shift pattern; weeks 1 & 2: 06:00
- 14:30, week 3: 13:30
- 22:00). You will be required to work 1 in 3 Saturdays (with a weekday day off)
What’s in it for you?


- Salary: £38,114 plus a shift allowance of £84.06 per week when working the 13:30 -22:00 shift.
- 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.
- 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

See Job Description for further details. Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £23 (standard) or £43 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first three months of employment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £13 per year applies. New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above. Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Good luck with your application.

See Job Description for further details. Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £23 (standard) or £43 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first three months of employment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £13 per year applies. New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above. Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Good luck with your application.

See Job Description for further details. Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £23 (standard) or £43 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first three months of employment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £13 per year applies. New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above. Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Good luck with your application.

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: 314471
Location: Chester 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 Chester Workshop on a Permanent contract, with the potential to earn over £60,000 per annum including overtime.

Working Hours: Full time
- 39.5 hours per week (rotating shift pattern; weeks 1 & 2: 06:00
- 14:30, week 3: 13:30
- 22:00). You will be required to work 1 in 3 Saturdays (with a weekday day off)
What’s in it for you?


- Salary: £38,114 / £42,558 plus a shift allowance of £84.06 per week when working the 13:30 -22:00 shift.
- Additional weekend supplement on Saturday (£50 per shift) and/or Sunday (£100 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.
- 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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Are you a Maintenance Assistant looking for your next opportunity? Would you like to work in a renowned company which offers up skill and training?

Randstad Construction & Property are working on behalf of a National Facilities Management company to find an experienced and collaborative Maintenance Assistant to join their team in Chester. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out PPMs and reactive maintenance on site.

Location: Chester (Static)

Salary: Competitive (up to £30,000 depending on experience)

Employment type: Full-time, permanent, Monday-Friday

Key benefits:

• Annual holidays
• Employer pension
• (including bank holidays)
• Company sick pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Overtime rates
• Flexible working considered

An average day will include the following:

• Respond to reactive works within the team
• Ensure maintenance tasks are completed within agreed timescales
• Liaise with Clients representatives with respect to maintenance & repair tasks
• Undertake site surveys & produce Works Requests, Method Statements & Risk Assessments for planned works
• Repairs floor and wall coverings
• Responsible for ceiling tile repairs and replacements
• Responsible for other building and installation works as required
• Accountable for lighting, general lamp changes, Filter Changes AHU's / FCU's and Basic Plumbing requirements
• Complete reactive, PPM jobs & projects in a timely manner
• Undertake minor projects works

An ideal candidate will have:

• Previous Fabric, Carpentry experience
• Experience of working in high profile work environment
• City & Guilds or NVQ Equivalent in carpentry
• PC literate
• Good Customer relationship skills
• Understand and interpret technical drawings/instructions / processes
• Able to organise self to manage assigned tasks, determine material requirements
• Experience of H & S procedures & requirements. COSHH, Working at Heights, Risk Assessment etc

An ideal candidate will be:

• Flexible and patient
• A team player
• Able to understand complex information and demonstrate attention to detail
• Remain professional and communicate strongly
• A can-do attitude

If this sounds like you please get in touch by contacting Hannah Mitchell at Randstad C&P Newcastle

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.

Excellent opportunity for an experienced Surface Repair Technicians to join a well-established company
Salary: £25,00 - £26,500 per year
Location: Leeds
Job Type: Full time / permanent
Benefits: Company van, company pension, overtime

The Company
They are experts in the field of damage repairs, the company repair and restore damaged surfaces such as glass, wood, tile, cladding, metal and much more back to their full glory saving customers the expense and hassle of having to replace.

Due to continued success and growth within the Construction Industry, the company is expanding throughout the UK. They are offering an exciting new career opportunity for experienced Surface Repair Technicians. The right candidate will be joining their UK teams.

You will be working on commercial building sites, public sector buildings, hotels and leisure, businesses and domestic properties. The role involves carrying out surface repairs to damaged surfaces, both inside and outside.

Preference would be given to applicants with direct experience in the surface repair industry.

Skill levels required:
• Sprayer with experience in Polyurethane and water based products.
• A knowledge of staining/waxing and general wood finishing.
• Laminate, powder coated surfaces and PVC repairs.
• Colour matching
• Blue Skilled CSCS card
• To be able to work independently using your own initiative and as part of a team.

The successful candidates must have a full driving licence, be self-motivated, energetic and enthusiastic. They would be polite, honest and reliable on timekeeping and be willing to do additional hours when required.

The employment package would include:
• Full time employment with paid holidays and bank holidays
• Full and ongoing training support
• Full uniform
• PPE and RPE
• Full equipment kit
• Mobile phone
• Company vehicle
• Company pension scheme
• Opportunity to travel


If you have the relevant skills or the desire to be part of a thriving company then please apply now for immediate consideration.

Are you a Maintenance Assistant looking for your next opportunity? Would you like to work in a renowned company which offers up skill and training?

Randstad Construction & Property are working on behalf of a National Facilities Management company to find an experienced and collaborative Maintenance Assistant to join their team in Chester. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out PPMs and reactive maintenance on site.

Location: Chester (Static)

Salary: Competitive (up to £28,000 depending on experience)

Employment type: Full-time, permanent, Monday-Friday

Key benefits:

• Annual holidays
• Employer pension
• (including bank holidays)
• Company sick pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Overtime rates
• Flexible working considered

An average day will include the following:

• Respond to reactive works within the team
• Ensure maintenance tasks are completed within agreed timescales
• Liaise with Clients representatives with respect to maintenance & repair tasks
• Undertake site surveys & produce Works Requests, Method Statements & Risk Assessments for planned works
• Repairs floor and wall coverings
• Responsible for ceiling tile repairs and replacements
• Responsible for other building and installation works as required
• Accountable for lighting, general lamp changes, Filter Changes AHU's / FCU's and Basic Plumbing requirements
• Complete reactive, PPM jobs & projects in a timely manner
• Undertake minor projects works

An ideal candidate will have:

• Previous Fabric, Carpentry experience
• Experience of working in high profile work environment
• City & Guilds or NVQ Equivalent in carpentry
• PC literate
• Good Customer relationship skills
• Understand and interpret technical drawings/instructions / processes
• Able to organise self to manage assigned tasks, determine material requirements
• Experience of H & S procedures & requirements. COSHH, Working at Heights, Risk Assessment etc

An ideal candidate will be:

• Flexible and patient
• A team player
• Able to understand complex information and demonstrate attention to detail
• Remain professional and communicate strongly
• A can-do attitude

If this sounds like you please get in touch by contacting Hannah Mitchell at Randstad C&P Newcastle

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.

Are you a Maintenance Electrician looking for your next opportunity? Would you like to work in a renowned company which offers up skill and training?

Randstad Construction & Property are working on behalf of a National Facilities Management company to find an experienced and collaborative Maintenance Electrician to join their team in Chester. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out PPMs and reactive maintenance across various sites.

Location: Chester (mobile)

Salary: Competitive (up to £38,000 depending on experience)

Employment type: Full-time, permanent, Monday-Friday

Key benefits:

• Van and fuel card
• Annual holidays
• Employer pension
• (including bank holidays)
• Company sick pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Overtime rates
• Flexible working considered

An average day will include the following:

• Carrying out general tasks and electrical PPMs
• Emergency lighting testing
• Monitoring the BMS system
• Finding faults and reactive work when required
• Complying with health and safety legislation/policies
• Providing a quality service to customers and contract holders

An ideal candidate will have:

• A full UK driving licence
• Formal Apprenticeship and formal trade qualifications in an electrical field
• A City & Guilds or equivalent in electrical installations or similar
• 18th Edition IEE Wire & Regulations
• Experience of working within FM or the building maintenance industry

An ideal candidate will be:

• Flexible and patient
• A team player
• Able to understand complex information and demonstrate attention to detail
• Remain professional and communicate strongly
• A can-do attitude

If this sounds like you please get in touch by contacting Hannah Mitchell at Randstad C&P Newcastle

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.