My client is an employee owned construction group that regular feature in the top 100 of the Sunday times best companies to work for award. They are seeking an experienced Health and Safety Advisor to join their existing team. THE ROLE: The role will be based at their Peterborough office and local sites, supporting build teams to deal with routine safety matters, inspections, site meetings, producing reports and assisting with audits. Their experienced advisors offer sound advice and practical solutions at both pre-construction and build stage and also reactively step in to investigate any incidents and resolve issues or challenges as they arise. This is a standalone role reporting directly to the Group Health and Safety Manager and you will be the primary point of contact for our teams and projects in the Cambridgeshire, South Lincolnshire, Norfolk and Northamptonshire areas. You will have the autonomy to make the role your own, influence change and build key relationships with both management teams and project delivery teams. THE CANDIDATE For the role of Health and Safety Advisor, construction experience is essential. The role would suit a health and safety professional with industry experience who is looking for an exciting new challenge with a well-established construction company. However, it could also be an ideal development opportunity for someone who has worked as a construction Site Manager, Project Manager or Contracts Manager with hands on experience managing building works and site teams and dealing with related health and safety matters, looking to take the next step in their career with our experienced team members on hand to provide support and guidance. Above all, they are seeking someone with the right skills and attitude. You will liaise with a range of colleagues including Site and Contracts Teams, Managers and Directors as well as external consultants and subcontractors, so must have strong communication and team working skills. You must be assertive, confident and able to foster positive working relationships whilst solving problems and able to calmly and confidently respond to changing situations. You must have in-depth knowledge of CDM Regulations, COSHH, Temporary Works etc. Any experience with ISO, audits and quality matters would be an advantage. THE BENEFITS: 31 days annual leave including Bank Holidays, plus additional long service days after each 5 years of continuous service; Profit Related Pay (PRP) Scheme providing a profit share bonus in December each year, subject to being employed for the full financial year; Royal London Pension scheme with employee contribution of 5% of pensionable earnings and corresponding employer contribution of 3%; Save as You Earn (SAYE) share saving scheme providing the opportunity to become a shareholder and purchase tax free shares; Life cover of 3x salary, contractual sick pay up to 6 weeks per year and long terms sickness cover (all subject to policy conditions); Various other benefits from free fruit, staff discounts and offers, free health checks and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for training, development and progression. THE CONSULTANCY: Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
My client is an employee owned construction group that regular feature in the top 100 of the Sunday times best companies to work for award. They are seeking an experienced Health and Safety Advisor to join their existing team. THE ROLE: The role will be based at their Peterborough office and local sites, supporting build teams to deal with routine safety matters, inspections, site meetings, producing reports and assisting with audits. Their experienced advisors offer sound advice and practical solutions at both pre-construction and build stage and also reactively step in to investigate any incidents and resolve issues or challenges as they arise. This is a standalone role reporting directly to the Group Health and Safety Manager and you will be the primary point of contact for our teams and projects in the Cambridgeshire, South Lincolnshire, Norfolk and Northamptonshire areas. You will have the autonomy to make the role your own, influence change and build key relationships with both management teams and project delivery teams. THE CANDIDATE For the role of Health and Safety Advisor, construction experience is essential. The role would suit a health and safety professional with industry experience who is looking for an exciting new challenge with a well-established construction company. However, it could also be an ideal development opportunity for someone who has worked as a construction Site Manager, Project Manager or Contracts Manager with hands on experience managing building works and site teams and dealing with related health and safety matters, looking to take the next step in their career with our experienced team members on hand to provide support and guidance. Above all, they are seeking someone with the right skills and attitude. You will liaise with a range of colleagues including Site and Contracts Teams, Managers and Directors as well as external consultants and subcontractors, so must have strong communication and team working skills. You must be assertive, confident and able to foster positive working relationships whilst solving problems and able to calmly and confidently respond to changing situations. You must have in-depth knowledge of CDM Regulations, COSHH, Temporary Works etc. Any experience with ISO, audits and quality matters would be an advantage. THE BENEFITS: 31 days annual leave including Bank Holidays, plus additional long service days after each 5 years of continuous service; Profit Related Pay (PRP) Scheme providing a profit share bonus in December each year, subject to being employed for the full financial year; Royal London Pension scheme with employee contribution of 5% of pensionable earnings and corresponding employer contribution of 3%; Save as You Earn (SAYE) share saving scheme providing the opportunity to become a shareholder and purchase tax free shares; Life cover of 3x salary, contractual sick pay up to 6 weeks per year and long terms sickness cover (all subject to policy conditions); Various other benefits from free fruit, staff discounts and offers, free health checks and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for training, development and progression. THE CONSULTANCY: Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Our client is a versatile environmental consultancy offering a range of services dedicated to safeguarding the environment while minimising the potential for pollution, financial losses, and damage to reputation for our clients. With a presence across the UK, they merge technical proficiency with a practical and business-focused approach. Their solutions empower clients to attain their business and sustainability objectives by comprehensively addressing and mitigating environmental risks related to land transactions, property development, daily operations, and pollution incidents. As an ambitious team committed to growth, they prioritise customer satisfaction and uphold values such as Safety, Service, Collaboration, Wellbeing, and Expertise. The organisational culture is characterised by a can-do attitude, enjoyment, and a sense of collective responsibility. They are actively seeking motivated Environmental Consultants at various levels to join their well-established teams situated in multiple UK locations. The role The position is primarily working as a Project Manager. Manage your own time, caseloads and assignments. The position is remote with site visits and occasional trips to the office. Sporadic overnight stays might be involved depending on project demand (fully compensated) Day to day tasks include; Providing environmental consultancy services and overseeing the project management of both environmental incidents and planned investigations to assist clients in asset management. Coordinating and overseeing emergency response efforts, geotechnical and environmental site investigations, and developing remediation strategies for addressing environmental contamination. Engaging with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, including clients, contractors, and homeowners. Collecting field data, encompassing soil, groundwater, and vapour samples for subsequent laboratory analysis. Conducting thorough and precise soil logging during investigations, adhering to high standards and best practices. Developing health, safety, and environmental documentation, such as risk assessments and method statements, and reporting health and safety incidents and positive observations. Generating factual and interpretive environmental reports that are both technically sound and commercially focused, including risk assessments and conceptual site models (CSMs). Demonstrating a dedicated commitment to maintaining consistently high levels of safety, technical excellence, commercial awareness, organization, and customer satisfaction. Conducting quality assurance and safety performance audits. Participating in business development activities as a technical advisor and overseeing key client relationships. Benefits; Competitive starting salary Company vehicle or car allowance Company Pension scheme Flexible working 25 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays Company phone, laptop, iPad and PPE provided Training and development opportunities (with support and a clear path of career progression) Refer a friend scheme Life Assurance Scheme (4 x annual salary) Home-based roles and flexible working options available Employee Assistance Programme - EAP (with access to GP appointments, physio appointments and mental health support) Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental and Adoption pay A diverse and inclusive working environment Opportunities for overtime To apply for this role, please hit the APPLY button below. If you are looking for something else, please contact us as we work across the Geosciences and Geotechnical industry UK wide covering: Geo-Environmental Engineer, Geotechnical Engineer, Geo-Environmental Consultant, Remediation Engineer, Hydrogeologist, Contaminated Land Consultant and much more For a confident chat please contact Jared Syed Call (phone number removed), extension 7568 Email: (url removed)
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Our client is a versatile environmental consultancy offering a range of services dedicated to safeguarding the environment while minimising the potential for pollution, financial losses, and damage to reputation for our clients. With a presence across the UK, they merge technical proficiency with a practical and business-focused approach. Their solutions empower clients to attain their business and sustainability objectives by comprehensively addressing and mitigating environmental risks related to land transactions, property development, daily operations, and pollution incidents. As an ambitious team committed to growth, they prioritise customer satisfaction and uphold values such as Safety, Service, Collaboration, Wellbeing, and Expertise. The organisational culture is characterised by a can-do attitude, enjoyment, and a sense of collective responsibility. They are actively seeking motivated Environmental Consultants at various levels to join their well-established teams situated in multiple UK locations. The role The position is primarily working as a Project Manager. Manage your own time, caseloads and assignments. The position is remote with site visits and occasional trips to the office. Sporadic overnight stays might be involved depending on project demand (fully compensated) Day to day tasks include; Providing environmental consultancy services and overseeing the project management of both environmental incidents and planned investigations to assist clients in asset management. Coordinating and overseeing emergency response efforts, geotechnical and environmental site investigations, and developing remediation strategies for addressing environmental contamination. Engaging with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, including clients, contractors, and homeowners. Collecting field data, encompassing soil, groundwater, and vapour samples for subsequent laboratory analysis. Conducting thorough and precise soil logging during investigations, adhering to high standards and best practices. Developing health, safety, and environmental documentation, such as risk assessments and method statements, and reporting health and safety incidents and positive observations. Generating factual and interpretive environmental reports that are both technically sound and commercially focused, including risk assessments and conceptual site models (CSMs). Demonstrating a dedicated commitment to maintaining consistently high levels of safety, technical excellence, commercial awareness, organization, and customer satisfaction. Conducting quality assurance and safety performance audits. Participating in business development activities as a technical advisor and overseeing key client relationships. Benefits; Competitive starting salary Company vehicle or car allowance Company Pension scheme Flexible working 25 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays Company phone, laptop, iPad and PPE provided Training and development opportunities (with support and a clear path of career progression) Refer a friend scheme Life Assurance Scheme (4 x annual salary) Home-based roles and flexible working options available Employee Assistance Programme - EAP (with access to GP appointments, physio appointments and mental health support) Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental and Adoption pay A diverse and inclusive working environment Opportunities for overtime To apply for this role, please hit the APPLY button below. If you are looking for something else, please contact us as we work across the Geosciences and Geotechnical industry UK wide covering: Geo-Environmental Engineer, Geotechnical Engineer, Geo-Environmental Consultant, Remediation Engineer, Hydrogeologist, Contaminated Land Consultant and much more For a confident chat please contact Jared Syed Call (phone number removed), extension 7568 Email: (url removed)
IBP are currently recuiting for a SHEQ Advisor based in the South West or Wales area. The SHEQ Advisor is a Regional role covering the South West and Wales. Reporting into the SHEQ Manager, the jobholder will support the Regional SHEQ Function. To deliver and maintain a positive Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) culture throughout the fibre build workforce across two operating businesses. Ensuring the effective delivery of associated management strategies / action plans to exceed client expectations and prevent incidents, injuries, work-related illness, damage to underground, overhead apparatus and domestic services and progress driver behaviour to reduce at-fault traffic collisions. The main duties include but are not limited to: Instilling and promoting a right first-time approach to network build quality and ensuring that where non-conformity is identified, corrective and preventative actions are adopted to achieve continuous improvement. Ensure good environmental practice across our operations, continually looking to develop and introduce sustainable processes and behaviours across our supply chain and fibre build activities, whilst ensuring that focus is applied to the following areas: Decarbonising our operations and services to our clients Environmental performance Adopting world class standards Monitoring and controlling sustainability and environmental risk Provide effective implementation of controls to address risk from working within and around occupied commercial and residential properties. Produce SHEQ performance reports as required by both clients, divisional and group functions and present at meetings as required. Collaborate with the SHEQ Co-ordinator to ensure a fully competent workforce. Collaborate with the internal SMART Awards accreditation team to ensure job role compliance against fully accredited workforce matrices. Ensure all personnel receive the necessary induction / onboarding prior to being put to work. Capture and reporting of Scope 1,2 and 3 Carbon emissions for onward reporting into the SHEQ Manager and Head of SHEQ. Capture and collate waste management data derived from sub-contractor organisations for 2nd party assurance (chain of custody). Collaborate with drivers to support the management of Occupational Road Risk and progress driver behaviour to reduce at-fault traffic collisions and unreported vehicle damage. Where necessary, create and distribute SHEQ related promotional material, alerts, bulletins, and briefings to increase awareness and communicate lessons learned. Ensure that incident investigations are to an exemplary standard and act as lead investigator were required. Ensure all associated guidance documents, standards, and specifications applicable to our operations are accessible and readily available where required. Provide effective delivery of health surveillance requirements (e.g., HAVS, Climbers Medical, Face-Fit Testing of RPE, Pre-employment screening, Drugs and Alcohol Testing etc.) Support the group supply chain control team in the completion and submission of all sub-contractor SHEQ evaluations to ensure that they progress efficiently. The Ideal candidate must possess the following skills and experience: A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of all aspects associated with safety, health, environmental and quality risk management.Demonstrable experience of recognised best practice, risk management techniques and management principles. A comprehensive knowledge of current safety, health and environmental legislation, management, and standards. Ability to problem solve and implement solutions to mitigate risk. An effective advisor with highly developed skills regarding stakeholder engagement and experience of liaison and influence at management level. Ability to interpret and provide authoritative advice on safety, health, environmental and quality risk management issues. Proven, demonstrable experience in a similar role, ideally gained within the Telecoms sector. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with positive outcomes. NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (or equivalent) Working towards NEBOSH Diploma. Affiliate Member (AIOSH) (Internal Grade 3) ideally working towards Technical Member (TECH IOSH) or equivalent professional body grade. Technical Member IOSH (Tech IOSH) (Internal Grade 4), ideally working towards Certified Membership (Cert IOSH) or equivalent professional body grade. Up to date CPD. Experience of complying with and working to an externally audited management standard including ISO 45001, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001. Along with but not limited to Achilles, Carbon Reduce, NICEIC, Safe Contractor, FIRAS etc. Recent proven experience of working in a SHEQ Advisor position. Knowledge and experience in Streetworks, working at height, confined spaces, and Construction Design Management Ability to use work management systems, Microsoft Office 365 applications, produce reports, analyse data, and implement strategies/ action plans. Thank you for applying and sending your CV to IBP Recruitment Ltd for this and future roles. Successful applicants will be contacted within 15 working days of submitting their application if you do not hear back within this time, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please feel free to apply for any future roles. IBP Recruitment Ltd provides services as an Agency and an Employment Business for permanent recruitment and we are committed to equal opportunities for all candidates
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
IBP are currently recuiting for a SHEQ Advisor based in the South West or Wales area. The SHEQ Advisor is a Regional role covering the South West and Wales. Reporting into the SHEQ Manager, the jobholder will support the Regional SHEQ Function. To deliver and maintain a positive Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) culture throughout the fibre build workforce across two operating businesses. Ensuring the effective delivery of associated management strategies / action plans to exceed client expectations and prevent incidents, injuries, work-related illness, damage to underground, overhead apparatus and domestic services and progress driver behaviour to reduce at-fault traffic collisions. The main duties include but are not limited to: Instilling and promoting a right first-time approach to network build quality and ensuring that where non-conformity is identified, corrective and preventative actions are adopted to achieve continuous improvement. Ensure good environmental practice across our operations, continually looking to develop and introduce sustainable processes and behaviours across our supply chain and fibre build activities, whilst ensuring that focus is applied to the following areas: Decarbonising our operations and services to our clients Environmental performance Adopting world class standards Monitoring and controlling sustainability and environmental risk Provide effective implementation of controls to address risk from working within and around occupied commercial and residential properties. Produce SHEQ performance reports as required by both clients, divisional and group functions and present at meetings as required. Collaborate with the SHEQ Co-ordinator to ensure a fully competent workforce. Collaborate with the internal SMART Awards accreditation team to ensure job role compliance against fully accredited workforce matrices. Ensure all personnel receive the necessary induction / onboarding prior to being put to work. Capture and reporting of Scope 1,2 and 3 Carbon emissions for onward reporting into the SHEQ Manager and Head of SHEQ. Capture and collate waste management data derived from sub-contractor organisations for 2nd party assurance (chain of custody). Collaborate with drivers to support the management of Occupational Road Risk and progress driver behaviour to reduce at-fault traffic collisions and unreported vehicle damage. Where necessary, create and distribute SHEQ related promotional material, alerts, bulletins, and briefings to increase awareness and communicate lessons learned. Ensure that incident investigations are to an exemplary standard and act as lead investigator were required. Ensure all associated guidance documents, standards, and specifications applicable to our operations are accessible and readily available where required. Provide effective delivery of health surveillance requirements (e.g., HAVS, Climbers Medical, Face-Fit Testing of RPE, Pre-employment screening, Drugs and Alcohol Testing etc.) Support the group supply chain control team in the completion and submission of all sub-contractor SHEQ evaluations to ensure that they progress efficiently. The Ideal candidate must possess the following skills and experience: A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of all aspects associated with safety, health, environmental and quality risk management.Demonstrable experience of recognised best practice, risk management techniques and management principles. A comprehensive knowledge of current safety, health and environmental legislation, management, and standards. Ability to problem solve and implement solutions to mitigate risk. An effective advisor with highly developed skills regarding stakeholder engagement and experience of liaison and influence at management level. Ability to interpret and provide authoritative advice on safety, health, environmental and quality risk management issues. Proven, demonstrable experience in a similar role, ideally gained within the Telecoms sector. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with positive outcomes. NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (or equivalent) Working towards NEBOSH Diploma. Affiliate Member (AIOSH) (Internal Grade 3) ideally working towards Technical Member (TECH IOSH) or equivalent professional body grade. Technical Member IOSH (Tech IOSH) (Internal Grade 4), ideally working towards Certified Membership (Cert IOSH) or equivalent professional body grade. Up to date CPD. Experience of complying with and working to an externally audited management standard including ISO 45001, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001. Along with but not limited to Achilles, Carbon Reduce, NICEIC, Safe Contractor, FIRAS etc. Recent proven experience of working in a SHEQ Advisor position. Knowledge and experience in Streetworks, working at height, confined spaces, and Construction Design Management Ability to use work management systems, Microsoft Office 365 applications, produce reports, analyse data, and implement strategies/ action plans. Thank you for applying and sending your CV to IBP Recruitment Ltd for this and future roles. Successful applicants will be contacted within 15 working days of submitting their application if you do not hear back within this time, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please feel free to apply for any future roles. IBP Recruitment Ltd provides services as an Agency and an Employment Business for permanent recruitment and we are committed to equal opportunities for all candidates
Health and Safety Program Advisor We are recruiting for a Health and Safety Program Advisor to join a well-established social housing provider covering the sites across the south west. This is a hybrid role where your time will be split between home, office and site. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking to excel their career within Health and Safety due to the career progression on offer. Why the Health and Safety Program Advisor position is something you should apply for: Working for a leading property portfolio organisation with an extensive and growing property portfolio Working for a high performing Health and Safety Standards team Career progression pathways on offer to succeed Training and personal development offered by the company The successful Health and Safety Program Advisor will: Hold a NEBOSH General certificate or equivalent Be able to demonstrate communication skills across all levels of the business Ability to create and deliver engaging training programs to internal stakeholders Hold experience working in a health and safety program advisor or training position Required to be proficient in MS Office based products. In return the successful individual will receive an attractive compensation package consisting of: A salary of 40,000- 45,000 Online shopping discounts & cycle to work scheme 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days) Company pension matched up to 12% Life assurance 4x your salary Flexible working Private medical & dental insurance & critical illness cover If this could be of interest, please apply now or email Joseph Abbott at GS2 Partnership.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Health and Safety Program Advisor We are recruiting for a Health and Safety Program Advisor to join a well-established social housing provider covering the sites across the south west. This is a hybrid role where your time will be split between home, office and site. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking to excel their career within Health and Safety due to the career progression on offer. Why the Health and Safety Program Advisor position is something you should apply for: Working for a leading property portfolio organisation with an extensive and growing property portfolio Working for a high performing Health and Safety Standards team Career progression pathways on offer to succeed Training and personal development offered by the company The successful Health and Safety Program Advisor will: Hold a NEBOSH General certificate or equivalent Be able to demonstrate communication skills across all levels of the business Ability to create and deliver engaging training programs to internal stakeholders Hold experience working in a health and safety program advisor or training position Required to be proficient in MS Office based products. In return the successful individual will receive an attractive compensation package consisting of: A salary of 40,000- 45,000 Online shopping discounts & cycle to work scheme 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days) Company pension matched up to 12% Life assurance 4x your salary Flexible working Private medical & dental insurance & critical illness cover If this could be of interest, please apply now or email Joseph Abbott at GS2 Partnership.
Supported Housing Officer Job type - Full time, permanent Salary - £33,965 per annum Hours - 35 hours per week (+ 5 hours paid lunch) Location HYBRID - Kent, Surrey, London and South East We are a national social justice charity with more than 50 years experience of changing lives, building stronger communities and reducing crime. Last year alone we helped support, house, educate, advise and speak out for 38,000 disadvantaged young people and adults - and you could now help us make an even bigger impact going forward. Who we are looking for? This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who has experience of working in the social housing sector and would like a new challenge. You should have Knowledge of Housing Law in relation to housing management and understand Welfare Benefits, especially Housing Benefit and the current climate of how supported housing is funded via Housing Benefit and the scrutiny around evidence of the support offer. You will be the main lead for housing management in your patch. Experience of managing income recovery, neighbour nuisance/conflict and estate management is essential, ideally this has been within a supported housing context. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Income Recovery Monitoring of all Nacro rent accounts both current and former arrears and credit accounts in patch. Taking direct action where arrears are accruing in line with Nacro s Income Collection and Debt Management Policy and liaising with Support or Housing Management Worker when their support is needed. Engaging with HB to ensure correct levels of HB are in payment for the right dates and at the correct level, liaising with Nacro Welfare Benefit Advisor for any complex cases. Legal Duties Preparing documentation, including notices, witness statements and court documents for any enforcement or to end a tenancy. Representing Nacro at court. Income recovery you will be responsible for recovery of accommodation charges from beginning to the end of the process. Tenancy Support You will ensure the Association s conditions of tenancy and licences are enforced. You will provide training and induction support to new starters, so they understand their role around housing management and tenancy creation including dual visits to provide additional training where issues are highlighted, or new staff need it. Supporting and advising on less complex anti-social behaviour to promote prevention and early intervention, and the correct recording and monitoring of cases. Estate Management/Property Standards Though the Occupancy Sustainment Programme (or similar) deliver training to local teams duties on property standards including documentation and recording in systems, to include reporting a repair, completing monthly fire and health and safety checks and support they need to provide around gas compliance. Support the team through training to help workers know how to access our policies and procedures around property standards including knowing how to report and escalate issues. A full driving license and access to a car for business use is essential for this role. DBS check will be required for this role. For the full role profile please click here. For details of Nacro s excellent benefits please click here Please apply online
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Supported Housing Officer Job type - Full time, permanent Salary - £33,965 per annum Hours - 35 hours per week (+ 5 hours paid lunch) Location HYBRID - Kent, Surrey, London and South East We are a national social justice charity with more than 50 years experience of changing lives, building stronger communities and reducing crime. Last year alone we helped support, house, educate, advise and speak out for 38,000 disadvantaged young people and adults - and you could now help us make an even bigger impact going forward. Who we are looking for? This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who has experience of working in the social housing sector and would like a new challenge. You should have Knowledge of Housing Law in relation to housing management and understand Welfare Benefits, especially Housing Benefit and the current climate of how supported housing is funded via Housing Benefit and the scrutiny around evidence of the support offer. You will be the main lead for housing management in your patch. Experience of managing income recovery, neighbour nuisance/conflict and estate management is essential, ideally this has been within a supported housing context. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Income Recovery Monitoring of all Nacro rent accounts both current and former arrears and credit accounts in patch. Taking direct action where arrears are accruing in line with Nacro s Income Collection and Debt Management Policy and liaising with Support or Housing Management Worker when their support is needed. Engaging with HB to ensure correct levels of HB are in payment for the right dates and at the correct level, liaising with Nacro Welfare Benefit Advisor for any complex cases. Legal Duties Preparing documentation, including notices, witness statements and court documents for any enforcement or to end a tenancy. Representing Nacro at court. Income recovery you will be responsible for recovery of accommodation charges from beginning to the end of the process. Tenancy Support You will ensure the Association s conditions of tenancy and licences are enforced. You will provide training and induction support to new starters, so they understand their role around housing management and tenancy creation including dual visits to provide additional training where issues are highlighted, or new staff need it. Supporting and advising on less complex anti-social behaviour to promote prevention and early intervention, and the correct recording and monitoring of cases. Estate Management/Property Standards Though the Occupancy Sustainment Programme (or similar) deliver training to local teams duties on property standards including documentation and recording in systems, to include reporting a repair, completing monthly fire and health and safety checks and support they need to provide around gas compliance. Support the team through training to help workers know how to access our policies and procedures around property standards including knowing how to report and escalate issues. A full driving license and access to a car for business use is essential for this role. DBS check will be required for this role. For the full role profile please click here. For details of Nacro s excellent benefits please click here Please apply online
We have a great new opportunity for a Senior Site Manager to join our team within South East based at our site in Burgess Hill, West Sussex. As our Senior Site Manager, you will be responsible for effectively motivating, supporting and managing the site-based team to ensure that the required health, safety and environmental performance standards are achieved. You will achieve the programme and quality requirements and promote the importance of customer relationships to the site-based team to include directly employed and sub-contracted staff. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality CSCS card at Site Manager level Valid SMSTS certificate Valid First Aid at Work certificate Full UK Driving License BTEC diploma in Building Construction or NVQ Level 3 or 4 or similar Valid Scaffold Appreciation Certificate Valid LOLER certificate 5 years as a Site Manager Ability to chair and run meetings Proven track record of motivating staff and managing a site effectively Up to date knowledge of health and safety obligations and building legislation Able to work with others to achieve the desired outcome Capable of implementing change and of using initiative Confident outlook combined with resilience and diplomacy Able to work with a high degree of accuracy Decision maker with pragmatic approach to problem solving Able to work under pressure Ability to balance excellent customer service with the requirements of achieving Company targets A commitment to work as required to meet the needs of the business A willingness to attend site out of hours to deal with emergency situations Able to travel to different sites on a regular basis Desirable - Valid Scaffold Appreciation certificate Valid LOLER certificate A trade background More about the Senior Site Manager role Ensure compliance with the Company's health and safety and environmental policies and procedures. Maintain all statutory records on a daily/weekly basis as required. Ensure that all staff, sub-contractors and visitors to the site are appropriately inducted. Prepare and maintain traffic management and site strategy and review as required. Follow Company guidelines in relation to accident and incident reporting procedures. Assess the site prior to the start of the working day responding to any emergencies and addressing any areas of risk. Regularly walk all areas of the site to observe general standards of health and safety and take remedial action as appropriate. Ensure all trades are using the appropriate personal protective equipment and are working in a safe environment and manner. Attend health and safety and other training courses are required by the Company. Ensure the site is secure at the end of each day. Ensure that all plant is inspected on a daily/weekly basis. Include health and safety and environment on the agenda for all site team meetings. Keep the health and safety compendium up to date at all times. Accompany health and safety advisors during site visits and undertake remedial action as appropriate. Review and approve risk assessments and method statements for all operations and ensure that all work is in accordance with How To Build Safely and method statements. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
We have a great new opportunity for a Senior Site Manager to join our team within South East based at our site in Burgess Hill, West Sussex. As our Senior Site Manager, you will be responsible for effectively motivating, supporting and managing the site-based team to ensure that the required health, safety and environmental performance standards are achieved. You will achieve the programme and quality requirements and promote the importance of customer relationships to the site-based team to include directly employed and sub-contracted staff. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality CSCS card at Site Manager level Valid SMSTS certificate Valid First Aid at Work certificate Full UK Driving License BTEC diploma in Building Construction or NVQ Level 3 or 4 or similar Valid Scaffold Appreciation Certificate Valid LOLER certificate 5 years as a Site Manager Ability to chair and run meetings Proven track record of motivating staff and managing a site effectively Up to date knowledge of health and safety obligations and building legislation Able to work with others to achieve the desired outcome Capable of implementing change and of using initiative Confident outlook combined with resilience and diplomacy Able to work with a high degree of accuracy Decision maker with pragmatic approach to problem solving Able to work under pressure Ability to balance excellent customer service with the requirements of achieving Company targets A commitment to work as required to meet the needs of the business A willingness to attend site out of hours to deal with emergency situations Able to travel to different sites on a regular basis Desirable - Valid Scaffold Appreciation certificate Valid LOLER certificate A trade background More about the Senior Site Manager role Ensure compliance with the Company's health and safety and environmental policies and procedures. Maintain all statutory records on a daily/weekly basis as required. Ensure that all staff, sub-contractors and visitors to the site are appropriately inducted. Prepare and maintain traffic management and site strategy and review as required. Follow Company guidelines in relation to accident and incident reporting procedures. Assess the site prior to the start of the working day responding to any emergencies and addressing any areas of risk. Regularly walk all areas of the site to observe general standards of health and safety and take remedial action as appropriate. Ensure all trades are using the appropriate personal protective equipment and are working in a safe environment and manner. Attend health and safety and other training courses are required by the Company. Ensure the site is secure at the end of each day. Ensure that all plant is inspected on a daily/weekly basis. Include health and safety and environment on the agenda for all site team meetings. Keep the health and safety compendium up to date at all times. Accompany health and safety advisors during site visits and undertake remedial action as appropriate. Review and approve risk assessments and method statements for all operations and ensure that all work is in accordance with How To Build Safely and method statements. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
Supported Housing Officer Job type - Full time, permanent Salary - £30,326 per annum Hours - 35 hours per week (+ 5 hours paid lunch) Location HYBRID - South Wales, Bristol, Plymouth, Southampton We are a national social justice charity with more than 50 years experience of changing lives, building stronger communities and reducing crime. Last year alone we helped support, house, educate, advise and speak out for 38,000 disadvantaged young people and adults - and you could now help us make an even bigger impact going forward. Who we are looking for? This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who has experience of working in the social housing sector and would like a new challenge. You should have Knowledge of Housing Law in relation to housing management and understand Welfare Benefits, especially Housing Benefit and the current climate of how supported housing is funded via Housing Benefit and the scrutiny around evidence of the support offer. You will be the main lead for housing management in your patch. Experience of managing income recovery, neighbour nuisance/conflict and estate management is essential, ideally this has been within a supported housing context. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Income Recovery Monitoring of all Nacro rent accounts both current and former arrears and credit accounts in patch. Taking direct action where arrears are accruing in line with Nacro s Income Collection and Debt Management Policy and liaising with Support or Housing Management Worker when their support is needed. Engaging with HB to ensure correct levels of HB are in payment for the right dates and at the correct level, liaising with Nacro Welfare Benefit Advisor for any complex cases. Legal Duties Preparing documentation, including notices, witness statements and court documents for any enforcement or to end a tenancy. Representing Nacro at court. Income recovery you will be responsible for recovery of accommodation charges from beginning to the end of the process. Tenancy Support You will ensure the Association s conditions of tenancy and licences are enforced. You will provide training and induction support to new starters, so they understand their role around housing management and tenancy creation including dual visits to provide additional training where issues are highlighted, or new staff need it. Supporting and advising on less complex anti-social behaviour to promote prevention and early intervention, and the correct recording and monitoring of cases. Estate Management/Property Standards Though the Occupancy Sustainment Programme (or similar) deliver training to local teams duties on property standards including documentation and recording in systems, to include reporting a repair, completing monthly fire and health and safety checks and support they need to provide around gas compliance. Support the team through training to help workers know how to access our policies and procedures around property standards including knowing how to report and escalate issues. A full driving license and access to a car for business use is essential for this role. DBS check will be required for this role. For the full role profile please click here. For details of Nacro s excellent benefits please click here Please apply online
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Supported Housing Officer Job type - Full time, permanent Salary - £30,326 per annum Hours - 35 hours per week (+ 5 hours paid lunch) Location HYBRID - South Wales, Bristol, Plymouth, Southampton We are a national social justice charity with more than 50 years experience of changing lives, building stronger communities and reducing crime. Last year alone we helped support, house, educate, advise and speak out for 38,000 disadvantaged young people and adults - and you could now help us make an even bigger impact going forward. Who we are looking for? This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who has experience of working in the social housing sector and would like a new challenge. You should have Knowledge of Housing Law in relation to housing management and understand Welfare Benefits, especially Housing Benefit and the current climate of how supported housing is funded via Housing Benefit and the scrutiny around evidence of the support offer. You will be the main lead for housing management in your patch. Experience of managing income recovery, neighbour nuisance/conflict and estate management is essential, ideally this has been within a supported housing context. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Income Recovery Monitoring of all Nacro rent accounts both current and former arrears and credit accounts in patch. Taking direct action where arrears are accruing in line with Nacro s Income Collection and Debt Management Policy and liaising with Support or Housing Management Worker when their support is needed. Engaging with HB to ensure correct levels of HB are in payment for the right dates and at the correct level, liaising with Nacro Welfare Benefit Advisor for any complex cases. Legal Duties Preparing documentation, including notices, witness statements and court documents for any enforcement or to end a tenancy. Representing Nacro at court. Income recovery you will be responsible for recovery of accommodation charges from beginning to the end of the process. Tenancy Support You will ensure the Association s conditions of tenancy and licences are enforced. You will provide training and induction support to new starters, so they understand their role around housing management and tenancy creation including dual visits to provide additional training where issues are highlighted, or new staff need it. Supporting and advising on less complex anti-social behaviour to promote prevention and early intervention, and the correct recording and monitoring of cases. Estate Management/Property Standards Though the Occupancy Sustainment Programme (or similar) deliver training to local teams duties on property standards including documentation and recording in systems, to include reporting a repair, completing monthly fire and health and safety checks and support they need to provide around gas compliance. Support the team through training to help workers know how to access our policies and procedures around property standards including knowing how to report and escalate issues. A full driving license and access to a car for business use is essential for this role. DBS check will be required for this role. For the full role profile please click here. For details of Nacro s excellent benefits please click here Please apply online
Supported Housing Officer Job type - Full time, permanent Salary - £30,326 per annum Hours - 35 hours per week (+ 5 hours paid lunch) Location HYBRID - East Midlands- Nottinghamshire and South Yorkshire We are a national social justice charity with more than 50 years experience of changing lives, building stronger communities and reducing crime. Last year alone we helped support, house, educate, advise and speak out for 38,000 disadvantaged young people and adults - and you could now help us make an even bigger impact going forward. Who we are looking for? This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who has experience of working in the social housing sector and would like a new challenge. You should have Knowledge of Housing Law in relation to housing management and understand Welfare Benefits, especially Housing Benefit and the current climate of how supported housing is funded via Housing Benefit and the scrutiny around evidence of the support offer. You will be the main lead for housing management in your patch. Experience of managing income recovery, neighbour nuisance/conflict and estate management is essential, ideally this has been within a supported housing context. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Income Recovery Monitoring of all Nacro rent accounts both current and former arrears and credit accounts in patch. Taking direct action where arrears are accruing in line with Nacro s Income Collection and Debt Management Policy and liaising with Support or Housing Management Worker when their support is needed. Engaging with HB to ensure correct levels of HB are in payment for the right dates and at the correct level, liaising with Nacro Welfare Benefit Advisor for any complex cases. Legal Duties Preparing documentation, including notices, witness statements and court documents for any enforcement or to end a tenancy. Representing Nacro at court. Income recovery you will be responsible for recovery of accommodation charges from beginning to the end of the process. Tenancy Support You will ensure the Association s conditions of tenancy and licences are enforced. You will provide training and induction support to new starters, so they understand their role around housing management and tenancy creation including dual visits to provide additional training where issues are highlighted, or new staff need it. Supporting and advising on less complex anti-social behaviour to promote prevention and early intervention, and the correct recording and monitoring of cases. Estate Management/Property Standards Though the Occupancy Sustainment Programme (or similar) deliver training to local teams duties on property standards including documentation and recording in systems, to include reporting a repair, completing monthly fire and health and safety checks and support they need to provide around gas compliance. Support the team through training to help workers know how to access our policies and procedures around property standards including knowing how to report and escalate issues. A full driving license and access to a car for business use is essential for this role. DBS check will be required for this role. For the full role profile please click here. For details of Nacro s excellent benefits please click here Please apply online
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Supported Housing Officer Job type - Full time, permanent Salary - £30,326 per annum Hours - 35 hours per week (+ 5 hours paid lunch) Location HYBRID - East Midlands- Nottinghamshire and South Yorkshire We are a national social justice charity with more than 50 years experience of changing lives, building stronger communities and reducing crime. Last year alone we helped support, house, educate, advise and speak out for 38,000 disadvantaged young people and adults - and you could now help us make an even bigger impact going forward. Who we are looking for? This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who has experience of working in the social housing sector and would like a new challenge. You should have Knowledge of Housing Law in relation to housing management and understand Welfare Benefits, especially Housing Benefit and the current climate of how supported housing is funded via Housing Benefit and the scrutiny around evidence of the support offer. You will be the main lead for housing management in your patch. Experience of managing income recovery, neighbour nuisance/conflict and estate management is essential, ideally this has been within a supported housing context. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Income Recovery Monitoring of all Nacro rent accounts both current and former arrears and credit accounts in patch. Taking direct action where arrears are accruing in line with Nacro s Income Collection and Debt Management Policy and liaising with Support or Housing Management Worker when their support is needed. Engaging with HB to ensure correct levels of HB are in payment for the right dates and at the correct level, liaising with Nacro Welfare Benefit Advisor for any complex cases. Legal Duties Preparing documentation, including notices, witness statements and court documents for any enforcement or to end a tenancy. Representing Nacro at court. Income recovery you will be responsible for recovery of accommodation charges from beginning to the end of the process. Tenancy Support You will ensure the Association s conditions of tenancy and licences are enforced. You will provide training and induction support to new starters, so they understand their role around housing management and tenancy creation including dual visits to provide additional training where issues are highlighted, or new staff need it. Supporting and advising on less complex anti-social behaviour to promote prevention and early intervention, and the correct recording and monitoring of cases. Estate Management/Property Standards Though the Occupancy Sustainment Programme (or similar) deliver training to local teams duties on property standards including documentation and recording in systems, to include reporting a repair, completing monthly fire and health and safety checks and support they need to provide around gas compliance. Support the team through training to help workers know how to access our policies and procedures around property standards including knowing how to report and escalate issues. A full driving license and access to a car for business use is essential for this role. DBS check will be required for this role. For the full role profile please click here. For details of Nacro s excellent benefits please click here Please apply online
An opportunity for an Head of SHEQ has become available with a leading utility contractor working on a significant framework in the London area The company operate across the South of England and are responsible for delivering a number of clean and foul water frameworks for a range of water authorities. This is a senior strategic role offering a great deal of autonomy and the chance to work as an integral part of the leadership team. The Role Reporting to the Operations Director responsibilities will include: Managing the certification process for ISO 9001, ISO14001 and OHSAS 18001 standards Leading all surveillance and certification audits Ensuring that a professional and competent team of advisors is in place to provide support in all SHEQ Managing the development and structure of the team to ensure that the ongoing needs of the Company and its strategies are met. Monitoring SHEQ advisors' inspections and give guidance and advise on any non-conformance issues to ensure compliance. Managing overall performance of the SHEQ team including performance management by way of completing annual reviews and producing KPI's Managing, collate and review records of incidents and accidents, and produce appropriate statistics to Board level. Tracking incident and accident trends to ensure that management controls remain effective and take appropriate action when areas of actual and potential weakness are identified. Preparing information for the monthly SHEQ board report. Experience Required Thorough knowledge of appropriate health, safety and environmental legislation and 9001, 14001 and 18001 and NEBOSH Construction Certificate are essential. Experience within the utility sector is desirable however applications from within the wider civil engineering or infrastructure sectors will be equally considered. Sigh up to receive email alerts when similar jobs become available. I was kept updated and got my CV seen, contacted me to tell me I was selected for the interview, kept in contact telling me that I had passed the interview and that I got the job. Intersect Global still keeps in touch seeing how things are going. Which in my opinion is fantastic. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a new position. Network Planner - FTTP I.G January 2019 Network Planner - FTTP I.G January 2019 Recruitment process was great. From start to employment was a week or so, very efficient. James Dunkley was always contactable and kept me up to date with all developments Quantity Surveyor J. N September 2022 Quantity Surveyor J. N September 2022 Having worked in recruitment myself, I am well aware of what it takes. James had exceptional knowledge of both the role, and my skill set. This meant he understood an experienced Cost Estimator, such as myself, could bring to as a Quantity Surveyor. During the recruitment process he was continually working for me, searching for suitable roles, and finding me interviews. Even now I have successfully started a new position through him, he continues to offer support as I bed in at my new company. The best thing I can say, is that if I am looking for a job in future, he will be my first port of call. Quantity Surveyor J.H October 2016 Quantity Surveyor J.H October 2016 James was on hand and proactive throughout. Frequent catch ups and post interview reviews. Very happy with the recruitment process, wouldn't change anything. Programme Manager K.P November 2022 James was fantastic to work with. As a recruiter he maintained a highly professional demeanour & was always friendly when communicating and even managed to find me my perfect job. If all staff at Intersect Global conduct themselves in the same way I wouldn't have any hesitation in recommending this company to others seeking help in finding the right job. NRSWA Coordinator K.W May 2017 James Dunkley is fantastic to work with. As a recruiter he was highly professional, and was always very friendly, and found me the perfect job instantly! James was quick to understand the kind of role I was looking for, recognising my strengths and putting me forward for exactly the right job. He was always there to help throughout the process. I could not recommend intersect more highly. Quantity Surveyor M.A July 2019 Quantity Surveyor M.A July 2019 The service I received was absolutely excellent. Generally when you sign up to a job agency you hear very little after that, but I was looked after throughout the whole placement process and I felt informed the whole time. Thank you Intersect Global! Business Improvement Manager R.H October 2016 Business Improvement Manager R.H October 2016 I thought James was brilliant. He walked me through the role, so I really understood what was expected, kept in touch throughout with updates and was always quick to come back to me. It was a pleasure working with him. PMO Manager S. W September 2022 PMO Manager S. W September 2022 Intersect Global helped me secure me a brilliant role within 4 weeks. My consultant was very professional throughout the process and was able to place me in a role that matched my skill sets. I would not hesitate to use Intersect Global again. Thanks once again for all your help. Business Design Centre 52, Upper Street London N1 0QH PLATF9RM Hove Town Hall Church Road, BN3 2AF
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
An opportunity for an Head of SHEQ has become available with a leading utility contractor working on a significant framework in the London area The company operate across the South of England and are responsible for delivering a number of clean and foul water frameworks for a range of water authorities. This is a senior strategic role offering a great deal of autonomy and the chance to work as an integral part of the leadership team. The Role Reporting to the Operations Director responsibilities will include: Managing the certification process for ISO 9001, ISO14001 and OHSAS 18001 standards Leading all surveillance and certification audits Ensuring that a professional and competent team of advisors is in place to provide support in all SHEQ Managing the development and structure of the team to ensure that the ongoing needs of the Company and its strategies are met. Monitoring SHEQ advisors' inspections and give guidance and advise on any non-conformance issues to ensure compliance. Managing overall performance of the SHEQ team including performance management by way of completing annual reviews and producing KPI's Managing, collate and review records of incidents and accidents, and produce appropriate statistics to Board level. Tracking incident and accident trends to ensure that management controls remain effective and take appropriate action when areas of actual and potential weakness are identified. Preparing information for the monthly SHEQ board report. Experience Required Thorough knowledge of appropriate health, safety and environmental legislation and 9001, 14001 and 18001 and NEBOSH Construction Certificate are essential. Experience within the utility sector is desirable however applications from within the wider civil engineering or infrastructure sectors will be equally considered. Sigh up to receive email alerts when similar jobs become available. I was kept updated and got my CV seen, contacted me to tell me I was selected for the interview, kept in contact telling me that I had passed the interview and that I got the job. Intersect Global still keeps in touch seeing how things are going. Which in my opinion is fantastic. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a new position. Network Planner - FTTP I.G January 2019 Network Planner - FTTP I.G January 2019 Recruitment process was great. From start to employment was a week or so, very efficient. James Dunkley was always contactable and kept me up to date with all developments Quantity Surveyor J. N September 2022 Quantity Surveyor J. N September 2022 Having worked in recruitment myself, I am well aware of what it takes. James had exceptional knowledge of both the role, and my skill set. This meant he understood an experienced Cost Estimator, such as myself, could bring to as a Quantity Surveyor. During the recruitment process he was continually working for me, searching for suitable roles, and finding me interviews. Even now I have successfully started a new position through him, he continues to offer support as I bed in at my new company. The best thing I can say, is that if I am looking for a job in future, he will be my first port of call. Quantity Surveyor J.H October 2016 Quantity Surveyor J.H October 2016 James was on hand and proactive throughout. Frequent catch ups and post interview reviews. Very happy with the recruitment process, wouldn't change anything. Programme Manager K.P November 2022 James was fantastic to work with. As a recruiter he maintained a highly professional demeanour & was always friendly when communicating and even managed to find me my perfect job. If all staff at Intersect Global conduct themselves in the same way I wouldn't have any hesitation in recommending this company to others seeking help in finding the right job. NRSWA Coordinator K.W May 2017 James Dunkley is fantastic to work with. As a recruiter he was highly professional, and was always very friendly, and found me the perfect job instantly! James was quick to understand the kind of role I was looking for, recognising my strengths and putting me forward for exactly the right job. He was always there to help throughout the process. I could not recommend intersect more highly. Quantity Surveyor M.A July 2019 Quantity Surveyor M.A July 2019 The service I received was absolutely excellent. Generally when you sign up to a job agency you hear very little after that, but I was looked after throughout the whole placement process and I felt informed the whole time. Thank you Intersect Global! Business Improvement Manager R.H October 2016 Business Improvement Manager R.H October 2016 I thought James was brilliant. He walked me through the role, so I really understood what was expected, kept in touch throughout with updates and was always quick to come back to me. It was a pleasure working with him. PMO Manager S. W September 2022 PMO Manager S. W September 2022 Intersect Global helped me secure me a brilliant role within 4 weeks. My consultant was very professional throughout the process and was able to place me in a role that matched my skill sets. I would not hesitate to use Intersect Global again. Thanks once again for all your help. Business Design Centre 52, Upper Street London N1 0QH PLATF9RM Hove Town Hall Church Road, BN3 2AF
Modern Synthesis is crafting the next generation of biomaterials by connecting the dots between biology, material science and design. We're on a mission to create sustainable materials which reduce the fashion industry's dependence on petrochemicals - without sacrificing performance or creativity. Our first material, which is grown by bacteria, is fully biodegradable and astonishingly strong. You can read more about it on our website . We believe that big magic happens when disparate disciplines, perspectives and ideas collide. As a team of biologists, chemists, designers, engineers, business experts, robots and microbes, we get to witness this magic on a daily basis. From our strong culture of debate (hot takes always welcome ️) to our bi-weekly deep dives, we intentionally embed collaboration and growth into everything we do. We hire people, not roles, so we can be flexible on scope. We strongly encourage you to apply if you think you're qualified for a portion of this role, and can demonstrate a proven ability to take on new skills and challenges. ABOUT THE ROLE We're seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our leadership team. You'll help propel us to new heights as we embark on the next growth stage of our business. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will have a pivotal role in setting and executing our operational strategy and fostering innovation in our manufacturing process. You will be at the forefront of leading a team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of material technologies. RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the development and execution of the company's operational strategy, ensuring alignment with our mission and vision Build and manage a high-performing team across various functions, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration Oversee end-to-end operations, with an immediate focus on scaling our manufacturing, supply chain, and quality control Proactively and collaboratively work with the CEO and CTO to define short-term and long-term growth objectives, translating them into actionable plans Drive operational excellence through data-driven decision-making, performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives Develop and manage strategic partnerships and collaborations to enhance our competitive position in the biomaterials industry Champion a culture of excellence, safety, sustainability, and compliance in all operational activities Report to Investors and Board by providing operational insights and strategies Job requirements REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Proven track record of 5+ years in senior leadership role(s), with experience of growing and leading a team in a manufacturing setting Expert understanding of manufacturing processes Experience in scaling operations, with a passion for innovation and disruption Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, adept at turning challenges into opportunities Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to engage with employees and stakeholders at all levels Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity and make decisions in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE The following skills and experience are not required for the role, but would be beneficial for a successful applicant: Experience in a pre-revenue Startup or rapid-growth organisation Experience working in textiles, composites, or coatings industries A passion for innovation within the fashion/textiles industry BENEFITS: Company pension scheme Private Health Insurance, including vision and stipends Enhanced Parental Leave Policy Hybrid working arrangements & flexible working hours Cycle-to-work Scheme Dog-friendly office in South West London Support from world class investors and advisors OUR VALUES Co-Culture - We Co-Culture Change Co-Culture reflects our commitment to cross-pollination internally and externally, our ability to lean on one another, and our role as a catalyst in both business and culture. Growth - We Put Growth on a Pedestal Growth speaks to our inspiration and creative use of biology, our bias towards impact and scale, and our dedication to empowering industry to 'grow up' from a harmful past. By Design - We Do It All By Design By Design articulates the intentionality, empathy and creativity built into every aspect of our work. It also denotes the importance of accountability and our adherence to core design thinking principles. OUR HIRING PROCESS Round 0 . Apply online Round 1 . 30 minute phone interview where we'll dive into your work history and motivations for applying to Modern Synthesis Round 2 . 1 hour skills interview where we'll explore the skills and knowledge you'll bring to this role Round 3 . 1 hour on-site interview where you'll present to our panel and we'll discuss how work at Modern Synthesis aligns with your values and future plans Round 4 . An on-site informalcultural-fit interview where you will meet with members of our team and discuss working at Modern Synthesis MODERN SYNTHESIS ED&I STATEMENT Innovation rarely happens in a vacuum. The greatest ideas stem from a variety of perspectives, and an environment that supports equal representation and opportunities for all. We are committed to driving global change. We only have one planet we all call home, and we need to work together to protect it. We believe in collaboration and a culture of debate. Disagreements are a chance to refocus our direction. We call this co-culture. We welcome people of all races, genders, religions, ages, backgrounds, and abilities to our workplace and are committed to ensuring all our employees are safe, heard, represented and provided with every opportunity to thrive. Equally we will act with integrity, purpose and respect in everything we do. We too are human. We will likely make mistakes and need to continue evolving our approach to ED&I as the world around us changes.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Modern Synthesis is crafting the next generation of biomaterials by connecting the dots between biology, material science and design. We're on a mission to create sustainable materials which reduce the fashion industry's dependence on petrochemicals - without sacrificing performance or creativity. Our first material, which is grown by bacteria, is fully biodegradable and astonishingly strong. You can read more about it on our website . We believe that big magic happens when disparate disciplines, perspectives and ideas collide. As a team of biologists, chemists, designers, engineers, business experts, robots and microbes, we get to witness this magic on a daily basis. From our strong culture of debate (hot takes always welcome ️) to our bi-weekly deep dives, we intentionally embed collaboration and growth into everything we do. We hire people, not roles, so we can be flexible on scope. We strongly encourage you to apply if you think you're qualified for a portion of this role, and can demonstrate a proven ability to take on new skills and challenges. ABOUT THE ROLE We're seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our leadership team. You'll help propel us to new heights as we embark on the next growth stage of our business. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will have a pivotal role in setting and executing our operational strategy and fostering innovation in our manufacturing process. You will be at the forefront of leading a team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of material technologies. RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the development and execution of the company's operational strategy, ensuring alignment with our mission and vision Build and manage a high-performing team across various functions, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration Oversee end-to-end operations, with an immediate focus on scaling our manufacturing, supply chain, and quality control Proactively and collaboratively work with the CEO and CTO to define short-term and long-term growth objectives, translating them into actionable plans Drive operational excellence through data-driven decision-making, performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives Develop and manage strategic partnerships and collaborations to enhance our competitive position in the biomaterials industry Champion a culture of excellence, safety, sustainability, and compliance in all operational activities Report to Investors and Board by providing operational insights and strategies Job requirements REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Proven track record of 5+ years in senior leadership role(s), with experience of growing and leading a team in a manufacturing setting Expert understanding of manufacturing processes Experience in scaling operations, with a passion for innovation and disruption Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, adept at turning challenges into opportunities Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to engage with employees and stakeholders at all levels Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity and make decisions in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE The following skills and experience are not required for the role, but would be beneficial for a successful applicant: Experience in a pre-revenue Startup or rapid-growth organisation Experience working in textiles, composites, or coatings industries A passion for innovation within the fashion/textiles industry BENEFITS: Company pension scheme Private Health Insurance, including vision and stipends Enhanced Parental Leave Policy Hybrid working arrangements & flexible working hours Cycle-to-work Scheme Dog-friendly office in South West London Support from world class investors and advisors OUR VALUES Co-Culture - We Co-Culture Change Co-Culture reflects our commitment to cross-pollination internally and externally, our ability to lean on one another, and our role as a catalyst in both business and culture. Growth - We Put Growth on a Pedestal Growth speaks to our inspiration and creative use of biology, our bias towards impact and scale, and our dedication to empowering industry to 'grow up' from a harmful past. By Design - We Do It All By Design By Design articulates the intentionality, empathy and creativity built into every aspect of our work. It also denotes the importance of accountability and our adherence to core design thinking principles. OUR HIRING PROCESS Round 0 . Apply online Round 1 . 30 minute phone interview where we'll dive into your work history and motivations for applying to Modern Synthesis Round 2 . 1 hour skills interview where we'll explore the skills and knowledge you'll bring to this role Round 3 . 1 hour on-site interview where you'll present to our panel and we'll discuss how work at Modern Synthesis aligns with your values and future plans Round 4 . An on-site informalcultural-fit interview where you will meet with members of our team and discuss working at Modern Synthesis MODERN SYNTHESIS ED&I STATEMENT Innovation rarely happens in a vacuum. The greatest ideas stem from a variety of perspectives, and an environment that supports equal representation and opportunities for all. We are committed to driving global change. We only have one planet we all call home, and we need to work together to protect it. We believe in collaboration and a culture of debate. Disagreements are a chance to refocus our direction. We call this co-culture. We welcome people of all races, genders, religions, ages, backgrounds, and abilities to our workplace and are committed to ensuring all our employees are safe, heard, represented and provided with every opportunity to thrive. Equally we will act with integrity, purpose and respect in everything we do. We too are human. We will likely make mistakes and need to continue evolving our approach to ED&I as the world around us changes.
Health and Safety Manager Solihull Circa 70,000 + Car Allowance & Benefits Irwin and Colton has been engaged by a world leading construction, civil engineering and infrastructure company to recruit a Health and Safety Manager. The company turnover is in excess of 15bn globally and are engaged on some of the most exciting projects in Europe. This organisation have an established civil engineering division in the UK and this role will join their growing Building Division in the United Kingdom which is in its infancy. As such, this opportunity comes with the possibility of career growth for an ambitious individual. Responsibilities for Health and Safety Manager will include: Implementing health and safety policies and procedures on site, ensuring compliance and keeping updated with key changes to legislation Visiting site and engaging with key stakeholders, ensuring responsibilities are clear and answering technical Health and Safety related enquires Conducting audits, inspections, and accident investigations. Constantly seeking areas for improvement and development in health and safety performance Engaging with the client and other external stakeholders, acting as a key point of contact The successful Health and Safety Manager will have: Experience in a similar role ideally within construction industry. Hold or working towards NEBOSH Diploma and a minimum of CertIOSH Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities Good communication skills with the ability to communicate with a broad range of stakeholders UK Driver's license is essential. Contact Callum Wilson on or (phone number removed) for more information. Job ref: CW2880 Irwin & Colton are a specialist Health and Safety recruitment company, based in the South East of England we recruit across the UK. We recruit all roles in the health and safety industry from Health and Safety Manager, Health and safety Director through to Health and Safety Advisor positions. Irwin & Colton Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website (url removed).
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Health and Safety Manager Solihull Circa 70,000 + Car Allowance & Benefits Irwin and Colton has been engaged by a world leading construction, civil engineering and infrastructure company to recruit a Health and Safety Manager. The company turnover is in excess of 15bn globally and are engaged on some of the most exciting projects in Europe. This organisation have an established civil engineering division in the UK and this role will join their growing Building Division in the United Kingdom which is in its infancy. As such, this opportunity comes with the possibility of career growth for an ambitious individual. Responsibilities for Health and Safety Manager will include: Implementing health and safety policies and procedures on site, ensuring compliance and keeping updated with key changes to legislation Visiting site and engaging with key stakeholders, ensuring responsibilities are clear and answering technical Health and Safety related enquires Conducting audits, inspections, and accident investigations. Constantly seeking areas for improvement and development in health and safety performance Engaging with the client and other external stakeholders, acting as a key point of contact The successful Health and Safety Manager will have: Experience in a similar role ideally within construction industry. Hold or working towards NEBOSH Diploma and a minimum of CertIOSH Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities Good communication skills with the ability to communicate with a broad range of stakeholders UK Driver's license is essential. Contact Callum Wilson on or (phone number removed) for more information. Job ref: CW2880 Irwin & Colton are a specialist Health and Safety recruitment company, based in the South East of England we recruit across the UK. We recruit all roles in the health and safety industry from Health and Safety Manager, Health and safety Director through to Health and Safety Advisor positions. Irwin & Colton Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website (url removed).
Head of Customer Service Orpington £45,000 - £50,000 + bonus and bens Company Overview Spy Alarms are a fast-growing security company based in the Southeast. It is an exciting time to join Spy Alarms who are experiencing impressive growth. We are already one of the largest privately-owned installers of fire detection and security systems in the Southeast. The Spy group now has 75,000 customers across London and the Southeast. Despite this, our staff continue to value the "family feel" culture that Spy has retained and enjoy working in a flexible, friendly, supportive team environment. Job Purpose: We are creating a new position of Head of Customer Service to help us measure and continually improve our customer experience. The position reports to the Group Service Director. As our organisation expands, your leadership will extend to a team of Service Managers, mirroring the growth of the business. Your role will require strong interpersonal skills, positivity, exceptional organisational abilities, and a proven track record in people management. As the Head of Customer Service, your primary responsibility will involve overseeing the customer service efforts of each Service Manager and their respective teams. This includes actively measuring, monitoring, and steering the customer service strategies to ensure alignment with our organisational goals and objectives. Responsibilities: Team Leadership: Day to day Leading and managing a select team of Service Managers, ensuring they are motivated, trained, and equipped to deliver exceptional service to customers. Setting Service Standards: Establishing and maintaining service standards and protocols to ensure consistency and quality in our customer interactions. Handling Customer Complaints: Addressing customer inquiries, concerns, and complaints in a timely and professional manner, striving to resolve issues to the customer's satisfaction. Monitoring Performance (KPI's): Monitoring team performance metrics such as response times, resolution rates, customer satisfaction scores, and other key performance indicators (KPIs), and taking corrective actions as needed. Training and Development: Providing ongoing training, coaching, and feedback to our customer service advisors to improve their skills and performance. (Auditing or recorded calls & emails) Process Improvement: Working with the Head of P&P in Identifying areas for process improvement in customer service operations and implementing changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Building Customer Relationships: Building strong relationships with key customers, understanding their needs and preferences, and advocating for their interests within the organization. (Working with the Priority Desk Manager to achieve this.) Customer Feedback Analysis: Analysing customer feedback, surveys, and data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement in products, services, or processes. Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborating with other departments such as sales, credit control, Installation, and operations to address customer needs and improve overall customer experience. Help develop a customer retention strategy based on data analysis, customer feedback & staff feedback. Driving a positive Culture, and being a positive role model for the department and our business Overall, the Head of Customer Service plays a critical role in driving customer satisfaction, loyalty, and retention by ensuring that the customer service team delivers exceptional service and support at every touchpoint. Skills and Experience: +5 years' recent experience in a customer service / contact centre management position. Excellent customer service skills Excellent communication skills The ability to analyse data, draw conclusions and implement process changes as directed by the results of the data analysis Strong conflict resolution/negotiating skills Coaching and staff training experience Empathy and patience Knowledge/Experience of Microsoft Dynamics 365/NPS is an advantage but not essential Knowledge of the Security Industry/systems is an advantage but not essential Salary and Benefits: In return, you have the chance to work for a successful, growing NSI gold and BAFE approved company with a great reputation in the fire alarm/security industry. Competitive basic salary plus bonus Pension Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and attendance bonus of 1 day BUPA Health & Safety and an employee assistance program Career progression opportunities Staff referral scheme Company Sick Pay Rewards & recognition programmes Ongoing training Company events Standard working hours are 8.30am-5.00pm Monday to Friday. Please be aware all successful candidates will need a full driving license and will have to undergo relevant security checks by NSSA standards Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Head of Customer Service Orpington £45,000 - £50,000 + bonus and bens Company Overview Spy Alarms are a fast-growing security company based in the Southeast. It is an exciting time to join Spy Alarms who are experiencing impressive growth. We are already one of the largest privately-owned installers of fire detection and security systems in the Southeast. The Spy group now has 75,000 customers across London and the Southeast. Despite this, our staff continue to value the "family feel" culture that Spy has retained and enjoy working in a flexible, friendly, supportive team environment. Job Purpose: We are creating a new position of Head of Customer Service to help us measure and continually improve our customer experience. The position reports to the Group Service Director. As our organisation expands, your leadership will extend to a team of Service Managers, mirroring the growth of the business. Your role will require strong interpersonal skills, positivity, exceptional organisational abilities, and a proven track record in people management. As the Head of Customer Service, your primary responsibility will involve overseeing the customer service efforts of each Service Manager and their respective teams. This includes actively measuring, monitoring, and steering the customer service strategies to ensure alignment with our organisational goals and objectives. Responsibilities: Team Leadership: Day to day Leading and managing a select team of Service Managers, ensuring they are motivated, trained, and equipped to deliver exceptional service to customers. Setting Service Standards: Establishing and maintaining service standards and protocols to ensure consistency and quality in our customer interactions. Handling Customer Complaints: Addressing customer inquiries, concerns, and complaints in a timely and professional manner, striving to resolve issues to the customer's satisfaction. Monitoring Performance (KPI's): Monitoring team performance metrics such as response times, resolution rates, customer satisfaction scores, and other key performance indicators (KPIs), and taking corrective actions as needed. Training and Development: Providing ongoing training, coaching, and feedback to our customer service advisors to improve their skills and performance. (Auditing or recorded calls & emails) Process Improvement: Working with the Head of P&P in Identifying areas for process improvement in customer service operations and implementing changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Building Customer Relationships: Building strong relationships with key customers, understanding their needs and preferences, and advocating for their interests within the organization. (Working with the Priority Desk Manager to achieve this.) Customer Feedback Analysis: Analysing customer feedback, surveys, and data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement in products, services, or processes. Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborating with other departments such as sales, credit control, Installation, and operations to address customer needs and improve overall customer experience. Help develop a customer retention strategy based on data analysis, customer feedback & staff feedback. Driving a positive Culture, and being a positive role model for the department and our business Overall, the Head of Customer Service plays a critical role in driving customer satisfaction, loyalty, and retention by ensuring that the customer service team delivers exceptional service and support at every touchpoint. Skills and Experience: +5 years' recent experience in a customer service / contact centre management position. Excellent customer service skills Excellent communication skills The ability to analyse data, draw conclusions and implement process changes as directed by the results of the data analysis Strong conflict resolution/negotiating skills Coaching and staff training experience Empathy and patience Knowledge/Experience of Microsoft Dynamics 365/NPS is an advantage but not essential Knowledge of the Security Industry/systems is an advantage but not essential Salary and Benefits: In return, you have the chance to work for a successful, growing NSI gold and BAFE approved company with a great reputation in the fire alarm/security industry. Competitive basic salary plus bonus Pension Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and attendance bonus of 1 day BUPA Health & Safety and an employee assistance program Career progression opportunities Staff referral scheme Company Sick Pay Rewards & recognition programmes Ongoing training Company events Standard working hours are 8.30am-5.00pm Monday to Friday. Please be aware all successful candidates will need a full driving license and will have to undergo relevant security checks by NSSA standards Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Children's Personal Advisor, Agency, Full Time, Southend Your new company Southend-on-Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the Southend 2050 ambition and make lives better for the people of Southend. Working for Southend-on-Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work-life balance. As a Unitary Authority, we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference. Your new role Southend City Council are looking to appoint a full-time, agency Senior Personal Advisor who is able to undertake the role of liaison officer between aftercare Personal Advisor, the social worker and other colleagues, to make sure that there is a planned transition of the care lever to adulthood.The Senior Personal Advisor, oversees that the care leavers are living in suitable accommodation, have the opportunity of being engaged in work, training or education and that they are not socially isolated.You will be required to provide consultation on casework and contribute to the development of colleagues within the team and, where appropriate, the wider service by virtue of being an experienced and reliable practitioner.You will provide an efficient and cost-effective service to young people, ensuring that their needs are professionally assessed. Making sure that every young person will have a professional and comprehensive Pathway Plan and risk assessment. Within this post, you must be on-site a minimum of 4 days a week. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this position you must have worked within front line services, preferably as a Personal Advisor. You must have knowledge of the issues that young people face along with experience of looked after children and practice experience of applying assessment skills within a statutory social work setting.You are required to have excellent communication skills, inc. verbal, written. Knowledge of methods of social work interventions, relevant legislation regulations, guidance and policy issues. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Apr 18, 2024
Seasonal
Children's Personal Advisor, Agency, Full Time, Southend Your new company Southend-on-Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the Southend 2050 ambition and make lives better for the people of Southend. Working for Southend-on-Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work-life balance. As a Unitary Authority, we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference. Your new role Southend City Council are looking to appoint a full-time, agency Senior Personal Advisor who is able to undertake the role of liaison officer between aftercare Personal Advisor, the social worker and other colleagues, to make sure that there is a planned transition of the care lever to adulthood.The Senior Personal Advisor, oversees that the care leavers are living in suitable accommodation, have the opportunity of being engaged in work, training or education and that they are not socially isolated.You will be required to provide consultation on casework and contribute to the development of colleagues within the team and, where appropriate, the wider service by virtue of being an experienced and reliable practitioner.You will provide an efficient and cost-effective service to young people, ensuring that their needs are professionally assessed. Making sure that every young person will have a professional and comprehensive Pathway Plan and risk assessment. Within this post, you must be on-site a minimum of 4 days a week. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this position you must have worked within front line services, preferably as a Personal Advisor. You must have knowledge of the issues that young people face along with experience of looked after children and practice experience of applying assessment skills within a statutory social work setting.You are required to have excellent communication skills, inc. verbal, written. Knowledge of methods of social work interventions, relevant legislation regulations, guidance and policy issues. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Health and Safety Advisor (Fixed term) Location: South Bank Colleges (SBC), London, England Contract Type: Fixed term (12 months) Hours: Full-time, 36 hours per week Salary: £43,338 - £46,535 per annum About the Role: South Bank Colleges (SBC), part of the prestigious LSBU Group, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Health and Safety Advisor to join our team on a fixed-term basis, providing sabbatical cover. This critical role is designed to enhance and promote our ongoing commitment to establishing and maintaining the highest standards of health and safety across the SBC community. As a Health and Safety Advisor, you will play a key role in proactively monitoring and maintaining systems that foster a culture of safe working practices. Working closely under the guidance of the Head of Group Health, Safety and Resilience, you will be instrumental in ensuring robust processes for Risk Assessment are in place, contributing to the development and enhancement of policies, procedures, and systems that support health and safety compliance. Key Responsibilities: Conduct audits, tours, and unannounced inspections to ensure compliance with current health and safety policies and practices. Implement safety measures, conduct inspections, and promote a culture of health and safety awareness across the institution. Stay updated with changes in legislation and best practices, ensuring SBC's continuous compliance and embodiment of health and safety best practices. Contribute to the development and refinement of health and safety policies, procedures, and systems. About You: We are looking for candidates who demonstrate: A proven track record in health and safety management. NEBOSH General Certificate qualification, or equivalent qualifications/certifications. Exceptional written and interpersonal skills, with the ability to challenge constructively. Strong teamwork and networking abilities, alongside the competence to independently plan, prioritize, and organize workload. Experience in meeting tight deadlines. Proficiency in general office software.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Health and Safety Advisor (Fixed term) Location: South Bank Colleges (SBC), London, England Contract Type: Fixed term (12 months) Hours: Full-time, 36 hours per week Salary: £43,338 - £46,535 per annum About the Role: South Bank Colleges (SBC), part of the prestigious LSBU Group, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Health and Safety Advisor to join our team on a fixed-term basis, providing sabbatical cover. This critical role is designed to enhance and promote our ongoing commitment to establishing and maintaining the highest standards of health and safety across the SBC community. As a Health and Safety Advisor, you will play a key role in proactively monitoring and maintaining systems that foster a culture of safe working practices. Working closely under the guidance of the Head of Group Health, Safety and Resilience, you will be instrumental in ensuring robust processes for Risk Assessment are in place, contributing to the development and enhancement of policies, procedures, and systems that support health and safety compliance. Key Responsibilities: Conduct audits, tours, and unannounced inspections to ensure compliance with current health and safety policies and practices. Implement safety measures, conduct inspections, and promote a culture of health and safety awareness across the institution. Stay updated with changes in legislation and best practices, ensuring SBC's continuous compliance and embodiment of health and safety best practices. Contribute to the development and refinement of health and safety policies, procedures, and systems. About You: We are looking for candidates who demonstrate: A proven track record in health and safety management. NEBOSH General Certificate qualification, or equivalent qualifications/certifications. Exceptional written and interpersonal skills, with the ability to challenge constructively. Strong teamwork and networking abilities, alongside the competence to independently plan, prioritize, and organize workload. Experience in meeting tight deadlines. Proficiency in general office software.
The Health and Safety Partnership Limited
Winchester, Hampshire
Safety Consultant and CDM Advisor required by a multi-disc consultancy with an office based in Hampshire. You will plan, monitor develop, implement and co-ordinate Health and Safety at any stage of a construction project or infrastructure project. Sectors include Education, Health, Hotels, Housing, Offices and Retail. Duties include: Responsibility for managing your own projects Providing CDM advice and support to Client Teams. Attending Design and Project Meetings as required throughout projects. Visiting project sites. Reviewing Construction Phase Plans, demolition and lifting plans etc Undertaking site Health and Safety reviews and producing reports for Clients Working to deadlines ensure projects are completed efficiently and within budget. Supporting team members. This is a regional role supplying service to clients primarily across Hampshire and the South. The role offers hybrid working where you would expect to be client and project facing c50% of the time and home/office based the remainder. Experience Demonstrate some practical experience in providing CDM services. Have a very good understanding of risk management and hazard identification. Have a thorough understanding of the design and construction process. Qualifications You will ideally hold or be working towards CMaPS and CMIOSH status, holding the NEBOSH general as a minimum. The company is offering £55k - £60k
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
Safety Consultant and CDM Advisor required by a multi-disc consultancy with an office based in Hampshire. You will plan, monitor develop, implement and co-ordinate Health and Safety at any stage of a construction project or infrastructure project. Sectors include Education, Health, Hotels, Housing, Offices and Retail. Duties include: Responsibility for managing your own projects Providing CDM advice and support to Client Teams. Attending Design and Project Meetings as required throughout projects. Visiting project sites. Reviewing Construction Phase Plans, demolition and lifting plans etc Undertaking site Health and Safety reviews and producing reports for Clients Working to deadlines ensure projects are completed efficiently and within budget. Supporting team members. This is a regional role supplying service to clients primarily across Hampshire and the South. The role offers hybrid working where you would expect to be client and project facing c50% of the time and home/office based the remainder. Experience Demonstrate some practical experience in providing CDM services. Have a very good understanding of risk management and hazard identification. Have a thorough understanding of the design and construction process. Qualifications You will ideally hold or be working towards CMaPS and CMIOSH status, holding the NEBOSH general as a minimum. The company is offering £55k - £60k
Interim Construction Health and Safety Manager (6-12 Month Duration) London Circa 450 Per Day (Outside IR35) Irwin and Colton have been engaged by a major London-focused real estate investment trust to recruit an Interim Construction Health and Safety Manager. The organisation sits amongst the UK's most innovative property regeneration specialists and investors. They are a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index, with a portfolio which includes 66 buildings totalling 5.4 million sq ft, 99% of which is in central London. The main function of the role will be to provide 'Client-led' leadership across numerous construction projects that supports the business in achieving and maintaining best practice, as an informed construction client. Responsibilities of the Interim Construction Health and Safety Manager will include: Working with the Building/Project Managers, Health and Safety Team, and other key stakeholders to ensure a culture of best practice health and safety across the property portfolio, and heavily contributing towards CDM design/reviews Managing external consultants and undertaking a regular audit schedule to ensure the consistency of health and safety performance and identifying opportunities for improvements Providing expert guidance and ensuring accurate and timely reporting, engaging with all staff involved on projects across the organisation on health and safety issues Day-to-day leadership on site-based health and safety across numerous construction projects; ensuring all incidents are flagged and investigated, with follow up actions implemented to drive performance improvements Supporting the wider team in the development and delivery of the strategy, identifying opportunities to enhance the effectiveness of the health and safety function internally and externally The successful Interim Construction Health and Safety Manager will have: Hold a NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) and relevant status within a membership body - IOSH / IIRSM Proven 'client-side' experience in a similar multi-site role within real estate / facilities management (or a related industry) A current understanding of associated risks, legislation, and best practice within a large complex property portfolio (commercial office, retail, residential) Experience in influencing, engaging, and coaching across all levels of the organisation Experience working with Contractors and Principle Designers on-site to ensure projects run in accordance with business planning and CDM requirements This is an excellent opportunity to join an established property company with a long history and strong heritage. For more information on this opportunity or to discuss your next career move, contact Tom Hewat on (0) (phone number removed) or apply here. Irwin and Colton are a specialist Health and Safety recruitment company, based in the South East of England we recruit across the UK. We recruit all roles in the health and safety industry from Health and Safety Manager, Health and Safety Director through to Health and Safety Advisor positions. Irwin and Colton Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website irwinandcolton. com
Apr 16, 2024
Contractor
Interim Construction Health and Safety Manager (6-12 Month Duration) London Circa 450 Per Day (Outside IR35) Irwin and Colton have been engaged by a major London-focused real estate investment trust to recruit an Interim Construction Health and Safety Manager. The organisation sits amongst the UK's most innovative property regeneration specialists and investors. They are a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index, with a portfolio which includes 66 buildings totalling 5.4 million sq ft, 99% of which is in central London. The main function of the role will be to provide 'Client-led' leadership across numerous construction projects that supports the business in achieving and maintaining best practice, as an informed construction client. Responsibilities of the Interim Construction Health and Safety Manager will include: Working with the Building/Project Managers, Health and Safety Team, and other key stakeholders to ensure a culture of best practice health and safety across the property portfolio, and heavily contributing towards CDM design/reviews Managing external consultants and undertaking a regular audit schedule to ensure the consistency of health and safety performance and identifying opportunities for improvements Providing expert guidance and ensuring accurate and timely reporting, engaging with all staff involved on projects across the organisation on health and safety issues Day-to-day leadership on site-based health and safety across numerous construction projects; ensuring all incidents are flagged and investigated, with follow up actions implemented to drive performance improvements Supporting the wider team in the development and delivery of the strategy, identifying opportunities to enhance the effectiveness of the health and safety function internally and externally The successful Interim Construction Health and Safety Manager will have: Hold a NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) and relevant status within a membership body - IOSH / IIRSM Proven 'client-side' experience in a similar multi-site role within real estate / facilities management (or a related industry) A current understanding of associated risks, legislation, and best practice within a large complex property portfolio (commercial office, retail, residential) Experience in influencing, engaging, and coaching across all levels of the organisation Experience working with Contractors and Principle Designers on-site to ensure projects run in accordance with business planning and CDM requirements This is an excellent opportunity to join an established property company with a long history and strong heritage. For more information on this opportunity or to discuss your next career move, contact Tom Hewat on (0) (phone number removed) or apply here. Irwin and Colton are a specialist Health and Safety recruitment company, based in the South East of England we recruit across the UK. We recruit all roles in the health and safety industry from Health and Safety Manager, Health and Safety Director through to Health and Safety Advisor positions. Irwin and Colton Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website irwinandcolton. com
Customer Service Advisor 25,000p/a Southampton 40 per week, split over shifts covering evenings and weekends. The role of the Customer Sales Advisor is to ensure customers receive a consistently high level of service. In addition to providing day-to-day help to our customers, the Customer Services Advisor will contribute to the overall cleanliness appearance and overall effectiveness of the operation. Main Duties: Deal with sales enquires from customers over the telephone and face to face Maximise sales enquires Complete all administrative tasks to ensure compliance with company procedures Maintain a clean and tidy site Ideally you will also hold a fork-lift licence, however this is not essential. Give customers an excellent level of service whilst at the same time ensuring the highest level of sales for the Company Identify and quantify the potential available from each customer for increasing occupancy and revenue within the store Respond effectively to the diverse needs of each customer Ensuring the store presents itself to a high standard of cleanliness Ensure that all Health & Safety procedures are adhered to for the benefit of customers and staff alike In order to be successful in the position the candidate will need to demonstrate: a good level of written and verbal communication skills Be comfortable working in a small team environment and adapt to lone working
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
Customer Service Advisor 25,000p/a Southampton 40 per week, split over shifts covering evenings and weekends. The role of the Customer Sales Advisor is to ensure customers receive a consistently high level of service. In addition to providing day-to-day help to our customers, the Customer Services Advisor will contribute to the overall cleanliness appearance and overall effectiveness of the operation. Main Duties: Deal with sales enquires from customers over the telephone and face to face Maximise sales enquires Complete all administrative tasks to ensure compliance with company procedures Maintain a clean and tidy site Ideally you will also hold a fork-lift licence, however this is not essential. Give customers an excellent level of service whilst at the same time ensuring the highest level of sales for the Company Identify and quantify the potential available from each customer for increasing occupancy and revenue within the store Respond effectively to the diverse needs of each customer Ensuring the store presents itself to a high standard of cleanliness Ensure that all Health & Safety procedures are adhered to for the benefit of customers and staff alike In order to be successful in the position the candidate will need to demonstrate: a good level of written and verbal communication skills Be comfortable working in a small team environment and adapt to lone working
Senior Health and Safety Consultant England Permanent £55,000 to £60,000 per annum + £6,000 car allowance and benefits Shirley Parsons have exclusively partnered with a highly regarded Health and Safety Consultancy who have an opening for a Senior Health and Safety Consultant. The post holder will be responsible for working with a diverse range of long-standing clients to provide quality high level advice, guidance, and management training to maintain excellence across Health and Safety. This opportunity is field based and will suit candidates residing in England, the South ideally, with the ability to commit to national travel to client sites, overnight stays, and occasional overseas travel. The Senior Health and Safety Consultant will be responsible for: Providing quality, high-level support on site visits for a broad range of clients across diverse industries. Working with clients, predominantly focussing on FM, across a range of sectors including Education, Healthcare and Services. Delivering management training and assisting in the development and implementation of management systems. Producing detailed, high quality technical reports and collaborating with senior stakeholders. The ideal Senior Health and Safety Consultant requires: Extensive Health & Safety advisory or management experience across a range of sectors or consultancy. A Degree or Diploma level qualification and Chartered membership with IOSH (CMIOSH) is essential. A passionate pragmatic approach; confident in a client facing environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written. Vacancy reference: PR/(phone number removed) Vacancy contact: Ethan Baddeley (url removed) (phone number removed)
Apr 15, 2024
Full time
Senior Health and Safety Consultant England Permanent £55,000 to £60,000 per annum + £6,000 car allowance and benefits Shirley Parsons have exclusively partnered with a highly regarded Health and Safety Consultancy who have an opening for a Senior Health and Safety Consultant. The post holder will be responsible for working with a diverse range of long-standing clients to provide quality high level advice, guidance, and management training to maintain excellence across Health and Safety. This opportunity is field based and will suit candidates residing in England, the South ideally, with the ability to commit to national travel to client sites, overnight stays, and occasional overseas travel. The Senior Health and Safety Consultant will be responsible for: Providing quality, high-level support on site visits for a broad range of clients across diverse industries. Working with clients, predominantly focussing on FM, across a range of sectors including Education, Healthcare and Services. Delivering management training and assisting in the development and implementation of management systems. Producing detailed, high quality technical reports and collaborating with senior stakeholders. The ideal Senior Health and Safety Consultant requires: Extensive Health & Safety advisory or management experience across a range of sectors or consultancy. A Degree or Diploma level qualification and Chartered membership with IOSH (CMIOSH) is essential. A passionate pragmatic approach; confident in a client facing environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written. Vacancy reference: PR/(phone number removed) Vacancy contact: Ethan Baddeley (url removed) (phone number removed)
Environmental Consultant - Flexible Remote Working - South Our client is a versatile environmental consultancy offering a range of services dedicated to safeguarding the environment while minimising the potential for pollution, financial losses, and damage to reputation for our clients. With a presence across the UK, they merge technical proficiency with a practical and business-focused approach. Their solutions empower clients to attain their business and sustainability objectives by comprehensively addressing and mitigating environmental risks related to land transactions, property development, daily operations, and pollution incidents. As an ambitious team committed to growth, they prioritise customer satisfaction and uphold values such as Safety, Service, Collaboration, Wellbeing, and Expertise. The organisational culture is characterised by a can-do attitude, enjoyment, and a sense of collective responsibility. They are actively seeking motivated Environmental Consultants at various levels to join their well-established teams situated in multiple UK locations. The role The position is primarily working as a Project Manager. Manage your own time, caseloads and assignments. The position is remote with site visits and occasional trips to the office. Sporadic overnight stays might be involved depending on project demand (fully compensated) Day to day tasks include; Providing environmental consultancy services and overseeing the project management of both environmental incidents and planned investigations to assist clients in asset management. Coordinating and overseeing emergency response efforts, geotechnical and environmental site investigations, and developing remediation strategies for addressing environmental contamination. Engaging with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, including clients, contractors, and homeowners. Collecting field data, encompassing soil, groundwater, and vapour samples for subsequent laboratory analysis. Conducting thorough and precise soil logging during investigations, adhering to high standards and best practices. Developing health, safety, and environmental documentation, such as risk assessments and method statements, and reporting health and safety incidents and positive observations. Generating factual and interpretive environmental reports that are both technically sound and commercially focused, including risk assessments and conceptual site models (CSMs). Demonstrating a dedicated commitment to maintaining consistently high levels of safety, technical excellence, commercial awareness, organisation, and customer satisfaction. Conducting quality assurance and safety performance audits. Participating in business development activities as a technical advisor and overseeing key client relationships. Benefits; Competitive starting salary Company vehicle or car allowance ( 4200) Company Pension scheme Flexible working 25 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays Company phone, laptop, iPad and PPE provided Training and development opportunities (with support and a clear path of career progression) Refer a friend scheme Life Assurance Scheme (4 x annual salary) Home-based roles and flexible working options available Employee Assistance Programme - EAP (with access to GP appointments, physio appointments and mental health support) Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental and Adoption pay A diverse and inclusive working environment Opportunities for overtime To apply for this role, please hit the APPLY button below. If you are looking for something else, please contact us as we work across the Geosciences and Geotechnical industry UK wide covering: Geo-Environmental Engineer, Geotechnical Engineer, Geo-Environmental Consultant, Remediation Engineer, Hydrogeologist, Contaminated Land Consultant and much more For a confident chat please contact Jared Syed Call (phone number removed), extension 7568 Email: (url removed)
Apr 15, 2024
Full time
Environmental Consultant - Flexible Remote Working - South Our client is a versatile environmental consultancy offering a range of services dedicated to safeguarding the environment while minimising the potential for pollution, financial losses, and damage to reputation for our clients. With a presence across the UK, they merge technical proficiency with a practical and business-focused approach. Their solutions empower clients to attain their business and sustainability objectives by comprehensively addressing and mitigating environmental risks related to land transactions, property development, daily operations, and pollution incidents. As an ambitious team committed to growth, they prioritise customer satisfaction and uphold values such as Safety, Service, Collaboration, Wellbeing, and Expertise. The organisational culture is characterised by a can-do attitude, enjoyment, and a sense of collective responsibility. They are actively seeking motivated Environmental Consultants at various levels to join their well-established teams situated in multiple UK locations. The role The position is primarily working as a Project Manager. Manage your own time, caseloads and assignments. The position is remote with site visits and occasional trips to the office. Sporadic overnight stays might be involved depending on project demand (fully compensated) Day to day tasks include; Providing environmental consultancy services and overseeing the project management of both environmental incidents and planned investigations to assist clients in asset management. Coordinating and overseeing emergency response efforts, geotechnical and environmental site investigations, and developing remediation strategies for addressing environmental contamination. Engaging with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, including clients, contractors, and homeowners. Collecting field data, encompassing soil, groundwater, and vapour samples for subsequent laboratory analysis. Conducting thorough and precise soil logging during investigations, adhering to high standards and best practices. Developing health, safety, and environmental documentation, such as risk assessments and method statements, and reporting health and safety incidents and positive observations. Generating factual and interpretive environmental reports that are both technically sound and commercially focused, including risk assessments and conceptual site models (CSMs). Demonstrating a dedicated commitment to maintaining consistently high levels of safety, technical excellence, commercial awareness, organisation, and customer satisfaction. Conducting quality assurance and safety performance audits. Participating in business development activities as a technical advisor and overseeing key client relationships. Benefits; Competitive starting salary Company vehicle or car allowance ( 4200) Company Pension scheme Flexible working 25 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays Company phone, laptop, iPad and PPE provided Training and development opportunities (with support and a clear path of career progression) Refer a friend scheme Life Assurance Scheme (4 x annual salary) Home-based roles and flexible working options available Employee Assistance Programme - EAP (with access to GP appointments, physio appointments and mental health support) Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental and Adoption pay A diverse and inclusive working environment Opportunities for overtime To apply for this role, please hit the APPLY button below. If you are looking for something else, please contact us as we work across the Geosciences and Geotechnical industry UK wide covering: Geo-Environmental Engineer, Geotechnical Engineer, Geo-Environmental Consultant, Remediation Engineer, Hydrogeologist, Contaminated Land Consultant and much more For a confident chat please contact Jared Syed Call (phone number removed), extension 7568 Email: (url removed)
Torbay is breathtaking, captivating, and welcoming, occupying a prime position on the south coast of Devon. Currently experiencing unprecedented levels of investment and the council's own ambitious transformation programme have given Torbay the opportunity to capitalise on the area's profile and many assets. As a small unitary authority, you'll discover Torbay is a place where you can make things happen quickly. We have real momentum building, fuelled by a shared sense of purpose and ambition - which is clearly evident by our recent success in being awarded the 'Most Improved Council' at LGC Awards in 2023. We want Torbay and its residents to thrive and are committed to making a difference in our community, delivering high quality services to local people. To complement this journey, we are seeking a Senior Lawyer (Planning), to join our Legal Services Team to handle a case load primarily within the specialist area of planning and highways, in order to support the wider property team. Undertaking the role of a Senior Lawyer (Planning), you will have had experience of working within the specialist area of planning and highways, with the provision of legal advice and have extensive experience in negotiating planning and highways agreements, attending planning committee, advising on planning enforcement notices and assisting with the Local Plan and Neighbourhood Plan procedures and Compulsory Purchase Orders. You will also have experience of attending and preparing for matters at the Magistrates' Court, Crown Court, County Court and High Court and in all other tribunals or hearings of whatever description and if possible, experience in advocacy or instructing counsel on prosecutions appeals and other court/inquiry work. You will also admitted and be practicing as a Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives (or equivalent), with at least 3 years post qualification experience. The ideal candidate will be excited by a fast-paced and varied caseload, conscientious, professionally curious and a role model to other team members. In return, you will join a supportive and rewarding organisation and team, whereby your talent will be valued and actively developed. At Torbay Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from our people, and we are excited for you to join us. We also prioritise wellbeing and have a flexible approach to work life balance. We know that life doesn't revolve around work. We have a set of family friendly policies to support you that all provide more than the statutory minimum. We offer hybrid working which is managed effectively around the need to attend essential meetings and/or make court appearances in line with the remit of the role. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work for an employer that is in a great period of change and sees legal services as not simply a support function, but an enabler in the pursuit of their ambitious transformation journey. In return we offer: A generous salary (to include market supplement). 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service (pro rata in the case of part time employees). A Career Average Re-Valued Earnings (CARE) pension scheme through Peninsula Pensions. Flexible working. Paid professional subscription. Learning and development opportunities. A supportive management and team structure. Family friendly policies. Key skills relocation package. Golden Hello opportunity. A wide range of lifestyle discounts and health and wellbeing benefits. We would welcome applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates. For an informal chat please contact Claire Kitchener on or , or Philip Taylor on . 1. Key purpose of job To provide specialist legal advice, representation and assistance to the Council's planning and highways functions, in a format and within a timescale which assists them in conducting their business in the most efficient and effective matter. 2. Anticipated outcomes of post The delivery of high quality efficient and effective legal advice and services to the highest standards of professional conduct and ethics, in a way that furthers and promotes good customer care within Legal Services. To undertake all legal work as required, with minimal supervision and professional support. 3. List key duties and accountabilities of the post To undertake case work, and provide advice within the specialist areas of law (Planning and Highways). To provide legal advice and services in relation to other areas of local government law, as required by the Team Leader or Head of Legal Services. To consider, prepare and conduct (including advocacy) matters in the Magistrates' Court, Crown Court, County Court and High Court and in all other tribunals or hearings of whatever description, on behalf of the Council. To attend quasi-judicial bodies as legal advisor, including Council Committee meetings. To provide training as required to client departments. To be knowledgeable and up to date on the law, practice, and current issues within the specialist areas of law upon which the post holder advises on. To be knowledgeable and up to date on the general law relating to local government, including freedom of information and data protection. 4. Budgetary/Financial Responsibilities of the post None. 5. Supervision/Line Management Responsibilities of the post The post-holder is required to provide informal support and supervision to junior members of the team and its business support officers. The post holder may allocate work to legal officers and assist the team leader in quality assuring the work of these officers. 6. Working environment and conditions of the post The post holder operates in an environment governed by the need to meet deadlines (including those externally imposed) in a context of continually changing priorities and where the work is usually of a complex and/or sensitive nature. The post holder is required to be able to travel to site visits, Court hearings and meetings. The post-holder may occasionally experience verbal abuse and aggression during the course of their duties. Policies are in place to mitigate the frequency and extent to which these will affect the post-holder. 7. Physical demands of the post The post holder may occasionally be required to handle heavy documentation e.g. deed parcels, Court bundles and public enquiry files offsite with appropriate manual handling equipment provided to enable safe working. 8. Specific resources used by the post The post holder will have access to a laptop computer and other agile working equipment. The post holder is required to ensure the security of confidential and sensitive information when transporting and using files and laptops when homeworking, travelling and working away from the office. 9. Key contacts and relationships External - Contact with service users, other local authorities, partners and external bodies, Government Departments, other professionals (legal and others), courts and tribunals. Contact with members of the public. Internal - Contact with officers at all levels within the Council. Frequent contacts with Senior Officers. Contact with Members on specific case matters, including giving advice on courses of action and their legal risks and ramifications. The post holder will represent the Council and be responsible for influencing and negotiating with others on contentious matters in circumstances where the relationships between contacts and the matters in question will usually be complex and may involve difficult situations requiring tact and sensitivity. The post holder will be responsible for advocating on behalf of the Council generally including, where appropriate, formal advocacy before Courts and Tribunals. 10. Other duties To undertake additional duties as required, commensurate with the level of the job. Other Information All staff must commit to Equal Opportunities and Anti-Discriminatory Practice. The Council operates a Smoke-Free Policy and the post-holder is prohibited from smoking in any of the Council's buildings (including Council owned and Council leased buildings, but excluding designated areas in residential schemes), enclosed spaces within the curtilage of buildings, and Council vehicles. The Council does not permit smoking breaks within work time, however, in services where the flexi-scheme is in operation, employees may take reasonable break times outside of core hours, in accordance with flexi-time arrangements. Employees should follow the flexi-scheme procedure for agreeing time away from their duties in the normal manner with their immediate colleagues and line manager, with break start and finish times being recorded, as with any other break-time arrangement. The post-holder is expected to familiarise themselves with and adhere to all relevant Council Policies and Procedures. The post-holder must comply with the Council's Health and Safety requirements as outlined in the H&S policy appropriate to the role. The post is eligible for both hybrid and permanent home working. The post-holder must be committed to the Council's Core Values for employees - "Torbay Council employees are committed to being forward thinking, people orientated and adaptable - always with integrity" . click apply for full job details
Apr 15, 2024
Full time
Torbay is breathtaking, captivating, and welcoming, occupying a prime position on the south coast of Devon. Currently experiencing unprecedented levels of investment and the council's own ambitious transformation programme have given Torbay the opportunity to capitalise on the area's profile and many assets. As a small unitary authority, you'll discover Torbay is a place where you can make things happen quickly. We have real momentum building, fuelled by a shared sense of purpose and ambition - which is clearly evident by our recent success in being awarded the 'Most Improved Council' at LGC Awards in 2023. We want Torbay and its residents to thrive and are committed to making a difference in our community, delivering high quality services to local people. To complement this journey, we are seeking a Senior Lawyer (Planning), to join our Legal Services Team to handle a case load primarily within the specialist area of planning and highways, in order to support the wider property team. Undertaking the role of a Senior Lawyer (Planning), you will have had experience of working within the specialist area of planning and highways, with the provision of legal advice and have extensive experience in negotiating planning and highways agreements, attending planning committee, advising on planning enforcement notices and assisting with the Local Plan and Neighbourhood Plan procedures and Compulsory Purchase Orders. You will also have experience of attending and preparing for matters at the Magistrates' Court, Crown Court, County Court and High Court and in all other tribunals or hearings of whatever description and if possible, experience in advocacy or instructing counsel on prosecutions appeals and other court/inquiry work. You will also admitted and be practicing as a Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives (or equivalent), with at least 3 years post qualification experience. The ideal candidate will be excited by a fast-paced and varied caseload, conscientious, professionally curious and a role model to other team members. In return, you will join a supportive and rewarding organisation and team, whereby your talent will be valued and actively developed. At Torbay Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from our people, and we are excited for you to join us. We also prioritise wellbeing and have a flexible approach to work life balance. We know that life doesn't revolve around work. We have a set of family friendly policies to support you that all provide more than the statutory minimum. We offer hybrid working which is managed effectively around the need to attend essential meetings and/or make court appearances in line with the remit of the role. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work for an employer that is in a great period of change and sees legal services as not simply a support function, but an enabler in the pursuit of their ambitious transformation journey. In return we offer: A generous salary (to include market supplement). 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service (pro rata in the case of part time employees). A Career Average Re-Valued Earnings (CARE) pension scheme through Peninsula Pensions. Flexible working. Paid professional subscription. Learning and development opportunities. A supportive management and team structure. Family friendly policies. Key skills relocation package. Golden Hello opportunity. A wide range of lifestyle discounts and health and wellbeing benefits. We would welcome applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates. For an informal chat please contact Claire Kitchener on or , or Philip Taylor on . 1. Key purpose of job To provide specialist legal advice, representation and assistance to the Council's planning and highways functions, in a format and within a timescale which assists them in conducting their business in the most efficient and effective matter. 2. Anticipated outcomes of post The delivery of high quality efficient and effective legal advice and services to the highest standards of professional conduct and ethics, in a way that furthers and promotes good customer care within Legal Services. To undertake all legal work as required, with minimal supervision and professional support. 3. List key duties and accountabilities of the post To undertake case work, and provide advice within the specialist areas of law (Planning and Highways). To provide legal advice and services in relation to other areas of local government law, as required by the Team Leader or Head of Legal Services. To consider, prepare and conduct (including advocacy) matters in the Magistrates' Court, Crown Court, County Court and High Court and in all other tribunals or hearings of whatever description, on behalf of the Council. To attend quasi-judicial bodies as legal advisor, including Council Committee meetings. To provide training as required to client departments. To be knowledgeable and up to date on the law, practice, and current issues within the specialist areas of law upon which the post holder advises on. To be knowledgeable and up to date on the general law relating to local government, including freedom of information and data protection. 4. Budgetary/Financial Responsibilities of the post None. 5. Supervision/Line Management Responsibilities of the post The post-holder is required to provide informal support and supervision to junior members of the team and its business support officers. The post holder may allocate work to legal officers and assist the team leader in quality assuring the work of these officers. 6. Working environment and conditions of the post The post holder operates in an environment governed by the need to meet deadlines (including those externally imposed) in a context of continually changing priorities and where the work is usually of a complex and/or sensitive nature. The post holder is required to be able to travel to site visits, Court hearings and meetings. The post-holder may occasionally experience verbal abuse and aggression during the course of their duties. Policies are in place to mitigate the frequency and extent to which these will affect the post-holder. 7. Physical demands of the post The post holder may occasionally be required to handle heavy documentation e.g. deed parcels, Court bundles and public enquiry files offsite with appropriate manual handling equipment provided to enable safe working. 8. Specific resources used by the post The post holder will have access to a laptop computer and other agile working equipment. The post holder is required to ensure the security of confidential and sensitive information when transporting and using files and laptops when homeworking, travelling and working away from the office. 9. Key contacts and relationships External - Contact with service users, other local authorities, partners and external bodies, Government Departments, other professionals (legal and others), courts and tribunals. Contact with members of the public. Internal - Contact with officers at all levels within the Council. Frequent contacts with Senior Officers. Contact with Members on specific case matters, including giving advice on courses of action and their legal risks and ramifications. The post holder will represent the Council and be responsible for influencing and negotiating with others on contentious matters in circumstances where the relationships between contacts and the matters in question will usually be complex and may involve difficult situations requiring tact and sensitivity. The post holder will be responsible for advocating on behalf of the Council generally including, where appropriate, formal advocacy before Courts and Tribunals. 10. Other duties To undertake additional duties as required, commensurate with the level of the job. Other Information All staff must commit to Equal Opportunities and Anti-Discriminatory Practice. The Council operates a Smoke-Free Policy and the post-holder is prohibited from smoking in any of the Council's buildings (including Council owned and Council leased buildings, but excluding designated areas in residential schemes), enclosed spaces within the curtilage of buildings, and Council vehicles. The Council does not permit smoking breaks within work time, however, in services where the flexi-scheme is in operation, employees may take reasonable break times outside of core hours, in accordance with flexi-time arrangements. Employees should follow the flexi-scheme procedure for agreeing time away from their duties in the normal manner with their immediate colleagues and line manager, with break start and finish times being recorded, as with any other break-time arrangement. The post-holder is expected to familiarise themselves with and adhere to all relevant Council Policies and Procedures. The post-holder must comply with the Council's Health and Safety requirements as outlined in the H&S policy appropriate to the role. The post is eligible for both hybrid and permanent home working. The post-holder must be committed to the Council's Core Values for employees - "Torbay Council employees are committed to being forward thinking, people orientated and adaptable - always with integrity" . click apply for full job details