As an Electrician, you will study the uses of electricity and the equipment for power generation and distribution and the control of machines and communication systems. As an apprentice, you will learn how to work safely with electrical equipment, understand electrical drawings, install equipment to a professional standard and fault find and repair a range of electrical equipment. Electrical Engineering at Liberty Steel Hartlepool involves multi electrical disciplines which range from high to low voltage systems, preventative maintenance to rapid response for breakdowns and working site service support teams to being part of a specialised department engineering team.
Tasks cover a wide range of disciplines and equipment includingSafety Critical SystemsConveyance & pipe handling equipmentOver Head Cranes & mobile plantMotor Maintenance (AC & DC)Inverter drive systemsLow Voltage & High Voltage distributionDomestic and Industrial installationsAutomated cutting & milling equipmentSAW Welding equipmentPLC & PC Software
Universal skills required are:Application of IET RegulationsInspection and Plant Condition Monitoring (Plant Maintenance)Fault finding and diagnosisSlinging, Rigging & TransportationBench fitting and machining skills, drill, presses, lathe, grindingPneumatic and Hydraulic Systems
You will be responsible for maintaining the safety, reliability, quality & performance of the relevant equipment and using continuous improvement techniques in an effort to reduce costs & improve efficiency. You will work within the Liberty Pipe Hartlepool business, which produces large diameter pipes designed to meet the detailed and demanding requirements of some of the world’s most challenging markets and industries. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants study electrical engineering in a practical and hands on environment.
Training:
The first year of training will be based at Hartlepool College of Further Education with placements during college vacations on employer's premises.
Following successful completion of the first year, apprentices will work on site with day release to HCFE as appropriate.
Training Outcome:
Apprentices who demonstrate consistent commitment, thoroughness and ability may have the opportunity for further training & qualifications (HNC & B.Eng). Possibility of future permanent employment, roles can progress through to technician, team leader, shift engineer, departmental manager and a wide range of operational roles.
Employer Description:A member of the Liberty Steel UK group of companies. The Pipe Mills at Liberty Pipes Hartlepool are the UK’s largest steel pipe mills, manufacturing heavy duty steel pipe primarily for the energy and construction industries both in the UK and worldwide.
This is a very exciting time to join our team at Hartlepool Pipe mills as we embark upon our long-term strategy of extending our support of the new Energy Transition infrastructure within the UK.Working Hours :During the first year of training the following attendance pattern will apply:
5 days/week plus possible evening class
9 am - 5 pm Mon to Thurs, 9 am - 4.30 pm Fri.
Once on site apprentices may be required to work on a shift pattern/weekends.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
We are seeking enthusiastic apprentices eager to begin their careers in Lettings. Based at our Richmond head office, you will primarily work within the Property Management team while rotating across multiple departments in your first year. This hands-on experience provides valuable industry insight, alongside ongoing training to keep you informed on evolving legislation and processes.
The rotation includes working closely with Tenancy Progression, Client Accounts, Property Management, Tenancy Renewals, and local offices, with additional experience days in other Lettings functions to broaden their industry knowledge.
Day-to-day Property Management duties:
Assist department managers with administrative tasks to ensure smooth operations
Process supplier invoices and service charges
Manage utilities by liaising with utility companies and contractors
Send inventory check-in and check-out reports to tenants and landlords
Open and distribute post across teams
Verify and save accurate documents within the internal system
Handle tenancy renewals, working closely with landlords and tenants to understand their needs
Oversee tenancy progression, ensuring timely and precise documentation, including tenancy agreements, invoices and deposit forms
Manage client accounts by processing daily payments to contractors and landlords, including rent and credits
Support local lettings teams with landlord onboarding as a lettings coordinator
Required Core Competencies
Good IT skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word
Ability to multitask
Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment, both individually and as part of a team
Strong organisational skills
Excellent telephone manner
Ability to follow instructions and procedures effectively
Can do attitude
Committed to following company principles and values
How you’ll make an impact:
Good communication and organisational skills
Word and Excel capabilities
Good written, presentation and numerical skills are essential
Excellent communication skills
Diligent and detail-driven
Able to work individually and as part of a team
Punctual, reliable, keen and enthusiastic
Thirst for knowledge and self-motivated
About the team:
Property Management comprises a prime and a core team consisting of over 90 team members who manage 6,200 properties between them. Our property managers and team leaders are critical in providing a smooth journey for our landlords and tenants.Training:Level 3 Housing and Property Management training programme.
On-the-job training is provided to ensure all the required knowledge and experience is obtained throughout the apprenticeship to qualify successfully.Training Outcome:After you complete your apprenticeship, you will continue your career with Savills.Employer Description:Founded in the UK in 1855, Savills is one of the world's leading property agents. Our experience and expertise spans the globe, with 600 offices across the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa and the Middle East.
Our scale gives us wide-ranging specialist and local knowledge, and we take pride in providing best-in-class advice as we help individuals, businesses and institutions make better property decisions.Working Hours :Monday - Friday between 9.00am - 5.30pm.Skills: Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Written skills....Read more...
Finance Director – Borehamwood, HertfordshireLocation: Westgate Healthcare Head Office, Unit 3, Devonshire Business Park, Chester Road, Borehamwood, WD6 1NASalary: CompetitiveHours: 37.5 hours per weekShifts: 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday Job type: PermanentAnnual leave: 25 days, plus bank holidaysWestgate Healthcare is an award-winning, family-run care home operator. We have 9 care homes across London, Essex, Herts and Bucks and we are growing with 2 further developments in the pipeline. In addition to the care homes, the company also owns a Holiday inn.The Finance Director should be qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent), competent and experienced to manage the finances of Westgate Healthcare Group Ltd, including all subsidiaries and associated companies. They will be expected to take responsibility for the finance related functions of the business, liaise and provide timely information as required to internal and external bodies, take a service led approach to work to ensure that finance maintains a high reputation with clients, and take the initiative to work with the Directors to improve and grow the business, such as through monitoring of KPI’s, cost rationalisation and operational improvements and innovations.In their role, the Finance Director will take responsibility for the finance team, comprising staff dealing with management accounts, credit control, sales ledger, purchase ledger and payroll. They should lead the team and supervise and appraise each member, encouraging and assisting them to excel in the work place. The Finance Director will also be expected to liaise with the company’s care homes and hotel, assisting them and guiding them in dealing with financial affairs, such as fee negotiations, staff costing, purchase invoices and finance management on site.About the role:
Take charge of all finance functions for Westgate Healthcare and its subsidiaries, in conjunction with support from the finance team, and report to the Board of DirectorsEstablish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures in compliance with accepted policies and proceduresPrepare and review financial reporting on all subsidiaries, inter-company account reconciliations and consolidation of all company accounts to produce group level financial accountsPreparation of monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts and associated reports for each subsidiary company and the overall group, ensuring that internal and external deadlines are metCash flow forecasting, analysis and managementOversee and manage sales ledger and credit control. Liaise with the home managers and relevant LA and CCG’s to resolve bad debtsOversee and manage payroll and contact with HMRCOversee and manage purchase ledger department and invoice controlPreparation of statutory accounts and audit files, and liaise with external auditorsLiaise, in conjunction with CEO and Directors, with banks regarding loans, credit facilities, banking facilities, and associated covenants and KPI’s and future debt funding.Preparation and presentation of information required by banks, such as KPI’s, monthly fee and occupancy reports and quarterly financial and budget reportsVariance analysis of cost centres and margin analysis. Suggest and lead improvements resulting from thisProducing and monitoring annual budgets and company forecastsAssist homes in setting up and negotiating contracts with private clients, local councils, and NHSWork with Directors to negotiate with key suppliers, setting up home and group wide preferred supplier lists including insurance and utilities contracts.Set up new systems and procedures to enhance efficiency, such as making use of technology in this respectUse initiative to suggest improvements to the operations of the business and identify opportunities Hold regular business reviews with care home management on-site and also liaise with staff at the quarterly manager meetings held at Head OfficeDevelop and implement improvements on the finance side in conjunction with the CEO, such as securing bank loans and refinancing and improving policies and procedures
About you:
The right to live and work in the UKQualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with significant post qualification relevant experienceSignificant experience in the finance field, preferably in the care home industry, overseeing standard finance functionsSolid experience of finance related IT systems, e.g. Sage, XERO as well as basic Microsoft programs, with advanced excel skillsAdept in developing and mentoring a team to a high achieving standard whilst promoting a positive and collaborative working environmentStrong reporting skills and proven ability to deliver under tight deadlines and balance multiple objectivesStrong commercial acumen and be highly motivatedGood presentation skills, flexibility in approach and attitude, good leadership skills and attention to detail
Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare! #CareWithUsAtWestgateWe reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, therefore, an early submission is encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.WGHROB....Read more...
Contracts Manager – Heritage Building Repairs / Church Works departmentPackage: £47,500 to £52,000 - dependent on experience and ability.Company description:Long established Essex based Construction Company, who carry out a broad spectrum of works and specialise in works to churches and listed buildings.Job Description:The role is based at their offices in Danbury, Essex, working on mainly churches, historic buildings and ancient monuments in London & Southeast, the role as Contracts Manager will include tendering, quantity surveying, general management and organisation of an in house multi-skilled labour force and trade subcontractors.A proven track record of management, experience, and technical knowledge of working on mainly historic buildings is essential.Main responsibilities:
Reporting directly to the Head of the Church Works Division & ultimately responsible to the Company Board of Directors, you will be expected to work under your own initiative and to tight deadlines.
To prepare & submit tenders, quotations prepared from drawings, bills of quantities, schedules of works and site surveys as required, values ranging from £5,000 to £1 million.
To obtain quotes from material suppliers and sub-contractors for subcontracted elements of the works.
Personally responsible for controlling and supervising all aspects of several contracts at any one time, from pre-contract stage through to final completion.
Preparation of method statements, risk assessments, health and safety site plans, bar chart programmes and general compliance with safe working practices & company procedures.
Liaison with client’s representatives & establishment of good working relationships.
Solving problems as they arise.
Ensuring directly employed multi skilled labour are organised, fully productive and motivated on the projects.
Ensuring quality control and high standards of workmanship.
Ensuring the smooth running of contract operations including the supervision of site managers, the protection of company assets/hired equipment, issue of safety equipment & recording thereof, overseeing regular inspection & monitoring, submission of statutory paperwork.
Preparation of valuations/final accounts.
Person description & Experience required:
Good experience in general heritage building repairs is essential.Good interpersonal skill and a key team playerExcellent communication skills, both written and oral.Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.Ability to manage multiple projects and workload.Be able to work unsupervised and within a small team environment.Be able to read and understand construction schedules, quantity surveying.Candidate will be possibly a graduate, HND or NVQ qualified in a relevant construction-related discipline.Clean driving licence essential
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply ASAP.Our client welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of gender, race, disability, age or sexual orientation.*PLEASE NOTE – by applying to this position, you agree for your CV to be submitted to our client, who shall contact you directly, should your application make their short-list. You also agree to our Privacy Policy: acapella-recruitment.co.uk./privacy-policy.html which can be found on our website.....Read more...
A leading exhibition stand design company is seeking a motivated mid-weight designer to become an integral part of our dynamic Creative department, based in our Stratford-upon-Avon studio. In this role, you will report directly to our Head of Design and provide crucial support to the creative team. Role & Responsibility As a key mid-weight designer, you will play a pivotal role in our creative process, effectively bridging the experience levels between our junior and senior design team members. This position typically requires a few years of industry experience and offers a stimulating blend of creative development, technical application, and project management. Your core responsibilities will encompass:Developing innovative and engaging design concepts for exhibitions and events.Creating compelling visual assets, including renderings and presentations.Ensuring the accurate and efficient technical execution of design projects through to production.Collaborating closely with the Client Services and Projects teams to guarantee design solutions align with client briefs, brand guidelines, and project objectives.Crafting well-articulated client brief responses and engaging in client design briefing and presentation meetings.Designing and delivering 3D projects effectively under the direction of senior team members.Meticulously ensuring all undertaken work is accurate and strictly adheres to provided information and specifications.Utilising key insights and strategic thinking to develop, present, and ultimately secure winning design solutions for our clients.Attending introductory meetings with clients and confidently leading presentations to convey design concepts and proposals.Proactively drawing upon personal inspirations, experiences, and industry knowledge to identify fresh perspectives and innovative approaches.Actively participating in team briefings and forums to facilitate information sharing and encourage collaborative engagement.Effectively organising and prioritising assigned tasks, clearly communicating progress and providing accurate time estimates.Maintaining a high level of efficiency while working according to established schedules and within defined timeframes.Qualifications and Skills Requirements We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:Strong critical and analytical thinking abilities.Proven experience in creating client brief responses and participating in client meetings.The ability to design and deliver 3D projects under guidance.A meticulous approach to ensure accuracy in all work.The skill to leverage insights to build and present successful client solutions.Confidence in client-facing interactions and presentation skills.A proactive approach to seeking inspiration and exploring new ideas.Excellent teamwork and communication skills.Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage time effectively.Fluent proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite, 3DSMax/Vray, and AutoCAD.What You'll Get We highly value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to attract and retain the best talent:25 days holidayBirthday holidayCompany eventsLife assuranceTravel insurance24/7 access to GP consultationMental Health supportGet Fit ProgrammeFinancial guidanceSecond medical opinionBurn out preventionDiet supportLegal guidanceSmoking cessationLife events counsellingHealth dietOur Values We are a company of committed and curious individuals, a diverse group of expert minds dedicated to understanding and meeting our clients' needs. We foster a collaborative environment and value individuals with a proactive, can-do attitude who consistently go the extra mile and thrive as team players.....Read more...
The Parts Department is at the heart of our operations. Our Parts Advisors are responsible for the stock control of a wide range of vehicle parts and accessories. This includes the ordering, selling and managing of stock to ensure that we meet the needs of our trade counter customers and to guarantee that our workshop team have the parts and accessories that they need to complete their daily tasks.
Your duties will vary from day to day and could include:
Providing advice to customers who are having problems with their vehicles.
Taking sales orders from customers both face to face and over the phone.
Stock control for vehicle parts and accessories.
Maintaining an ordered stock room.
Raising invoices for parts sold.
Liaison with internal teams to ensure the correct stock is place at the right time.
Our ideal candidate will be methodical in their way of working and be able to demonstrate precise attention to detail.
As a central point of contact for both of our internal and external customers you will need to have excellent communication skills. You also should be IT literate (although full training will be provided).
We are looking for people who are passionate about our industry and our brand. Some of the personal skills that you should think about showing us in your application are:
Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
Teamwork
Strong communication
Customer service skills
We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team and embark on a long term career, with excellent earning and progression opportunities once you complete your apprenticeship. Training:Training will be delivered using a combination of virtual classroom remote learning and face-to-face block release weeks at our state-of-the-art training centre.
Our expert trainers will guide you through the training programme using a combination of e-learning, classroom learning and practical application.
In the workplace, your personal, dedicated mentor will support your continued learning as you apply the skills and knowledge you have gained through the remote sessions and at the Volkswagen Group National Learning Centre.
This is a fully rounded training experience where you will build life skills that last and gain both apprenticeship qualifications and brand certifications.
On successful completion of the one year programme, you will receive the following:
Level 2 Customer Service Practitioner Standard
Brand specific certifications
Training Outcome:Volkswagen Group (VWG) is one of the UK’s largest car retailers encompassing premium brands such as Audi, Bentley, SEAT, ŠKODA, Volkswagen, TPS, Volkswagen Group Paint and Body and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. This network of retailers spans the UK, providing a wide range of career opportunities.
Once your apprenticeship is complete, you will continue your learning journey and you will have the opportunity drive your career forward. Once qualified, the earning potential for a Parts Assistant is in excess of £20,000, so it is worth considering the future opportunities beyond the apprenticeship. Some of our apprentices have gone on to become team leaders and managers within the retail network or even joined our team at Head Office in Milton Keynes. Employer Description:Audi is an exceptional brand fuelled by a passion to create the ultimate customer experience, which is why we are looking to invest in apprentices who can help us achieve our ambitious plans. There's never been a better time to join us, as we continue to enjoy massive success and unprecedented growth in the prestige car market. We are looking for the next generation of exceptional people to become part of our team and help us to delight our customers.Working Hours :Monday – Friday. 0830 – 1730.
Possibility of Saturday workings and / or shifts.
Working week will be confirmed on application.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Creative....Read more...
