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We are working with a Playground and Outdoor Classroom Equipment company based in Northampton who design, supply, and install a wide range of playground and outdoor classroom solutions for Schools, Nurseries, Academies, Parks, Open Spaces, Sports and Games areas across the UK and are looking to expand the team by employing two new Junior Product Designers who will be working in the new product development team which is tasked with the full playground equipment product design lift cycle from concept through manufacturing to installation on site

You will be joining an established and award–winning design team within a Playground and Outdoor Classroom Equipment company that has been established for over 20 years and is passionate about what they do.

As the Junior Product Designer, you will with initial training and ongoing support:

Be involved in concept generation, product development, costing, specifying, and sourcing, 3D CAD development, 2D technical drawings and assembly instructions, BOM creation, data management and supplier relationships.

Ensuring all products are compliant with the relevant test standards, including project managing and external test procedures.

Working closely with external partners and suppliers to ensure that the most suitable equipment on offer is utilised.

Ensuring that all new innovations and product developments are communicated with other departments so that for example the sales team know the key selling points, the operations team understand the build and ground preparation requirements etc.,

Maintaining and updating your own knowledge related to technical playground layout and design (BS EN1176 and 1177) gaining and using your understanding of safety requirements including critical fall heights, free and falling spaces, entrapments, barriers, guard rails and means of access.

Researching current and emerging design trends using market feedback, client preference and competitor analysis to ensure that the company stays at the leading edge of product development.

As the Junior Product Designer, you will need:

To be an experienced and proficient user of Fusion 360 and Inventor.

A Product or Industrial Design Degree and a minimum of one years experience working as a Product Designer in a technical product design role.

To be highly organised with good multi-tasking abilities, able to deliver multiple design projects concurrently and to work to tight deadlines.

To be an innovative and creative thinker particularly in terms of the technical and engineering development of product designs from concept through to production.

To be self-motivated with a positive attitude, consider yourself dynamic and have the creative vision and flair to be successful in this role.

To have the commercial awareness needed with an understanding and acceptance of the business of product design.

To be able to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Strong presentation, sketching, communication, organisational planning, prioritizing and project management skills with knowledge of product materials and industrial manufacturing processes, good technical drawing and instruction generating experience and be proficient in using excel.

On offer is a salary of between £19,000 and £23,000, 22 days holiday plus all Bank Holidays, a pension scheme and wider benefits package and ongoing career progression opportunities.

We are working with a Playground and Outdoor Classroom Equipment company based in Northampton who design, supply, and install a wide range of playground and outdoor classroom solutions for Schools, Nurseries, Academies, Parks, Open Spaces, Sports and Games areas across the UK and are looking to recruit a Senior Product Designer to join the team and be responsible for designing new play equipment.

You will be joining an established and award–winning design team within a Playground and Outdoor Classroom Equipment company that has been established for over 20 years and is passionate about what they do.

As the Senior Designer you will

Apply your expert knowledge of timber and steel play equipment design and manufacturing as you research and develop concepts to expand the current range of outdoor play and learning equipment.

Utilise the inhouse estimating team and supplier network to provide costings to achieve target profit margins.

Project manage your own and your teams work to ensure an efficient workflow from concept generation through to manufacture.

Employ strong modelling skills (Fusion360 and Inventor) including sheet metal, weldments and production of technical drawings for manufacture and renders for presentation.

Develop additions for both their standard range and for bespoke products.

Produce product designs that can be manufactured efficiently and cost effectively.

As the Senior Designer you will need:

Experience from within the Playground and/or Outdoor Classroom sector.

The technical ability to design, work with suppliers to manufacture.

Experience of producing detailed assembly and part drawings, instructions and B.O.M assemblies for all new equipment.

A good working knowledge of Fusion360 and/or Inventor.

Experience of the manufacturing processes for steel and timber.

A genuine interest in improving play experiences for children, the enthusiasm and drive needed to succeed and the attention to detail needed to ensure everything about the product, the manufacturing and assembly process is as it should be.

On offer is a salary of upto £30,000 which is negotiable based on experience, 22 days holiday plus all Bank Holidays, a pension scheme and wider benefits package and ongoing career progression opportunities.

Job Opportunity – Delivery & Collection Driver for Dental Lab based in Edgbaston

We are looking for a part time delivery and collection driver who will be dropping off and collecting work from Dentists in Birmingham daily and twice a week will also be dropping off and collecting work from a Dentist in Coventry.

At the moment the lab team do this but due to an increase in work the lab is now looking for a dedicated part time driver who is looking for a couple of hours work a day to join the team.

There is a dedicated car that is used for this purpose so you just need to be able to get yourself to Edgbaston (Portland Road) to pick that up and get the list of where you need to go that day.

If the opportunity appeals then please use the link on this website to apply, if you have a CV then great but if not it does not matter, just remember to include your phone number so we have a way of contacting you.

We are recruiting for an experienced Design Manager / Senior Project Leader on behalf of a Facade company that works as a full building envelope contractor covering Cladding, Glazing, Roofing, Stadia, and Total Envelope.  They are a specialist in roofing, cladding, glazing and maintenance, they work across a wide range of sectors (Commercial, Controlled Environment, Energy & Waste, Healthcare, Education, Hotel & Leisure, Industrial, Rail, Residential, Retail etc.,) and on a mix of complex and large-scale new build projects through to upgrading existing buildings offering full support to their clients from those first design stages through to construction and then continuing for the buildings’ life cycle.

The Design Manager / Senior Project Leader will manage and work alongside a team of project specific designers (directly employed and sub-contracted) ensuring drawings are produced to meet project specifications, are in line with current regulations and standards, are completed within a timely manner and are checked against scope and costs in the agreed contract.

As the Design Manager / Senior Project Leader you will be responsible for:

Providing design and material solutions for a wide range of building envelope projects.

Managing the design team, your own project work, the design development process and the interface with specialist sub-contracted designers ensuring designs are delivered on time.

Ensuring designs are developed within the constraints of the contract, the requirements of the output specification and the commercial objectives.

Coordinating the whole design process and working closely with the Client, Employers Representatives, Design Team and Legislative Bodies.

Ensuring designs develop in accordance with the requirements of the design, procurement construction programmes and company procedures.

Managing the document control process, supported by a Document Controller.

Ensuring design risk assessments are produced.

Preparing progress reports on the design process.

Maintaining a professional approach with Clients and their teams, sub-contractors and suppliers.

Attending pre-design and site set up meetings.

Being actively involved in self-development by attending Facade related courses.

Producing thermal calculations, FEA, wind load analysis to both EU and UK standards.

Maintain records on contractual correspondence, delays etc., regarding events or causes which may have an effect on programme dates and production output.

To be considered for this opportunity you will need to:

Have worked within the Facade sector for a minimum of five years, ideally within a Tier One Facade Contractor / Main Contractor with a good understanding and experience of the various Facade systems (Kawner, Schuco, Wicona etc.,)

Be a lateral thinker, with the ability to be use a wide variety of technical skills to implement a forward way of working, have an expert level understanding of the different facade systems, CWCT knowledge and calculations.

Possess a good working knowledge of CAD.

The ability to working within a team, having the team motivating abilities to ensure a consistent accurate output and an enthusiastic and productive team atmosphere.

Have the ability to prioritise tasks against the contractual programme.

On offer for this is the opportunity to join a company whose vision is to become the first-choice provider of full envelope solutions by investing in their teams and continuing to improve their skills in their field of expertise with a commitment to safety, quality and sustainability for the benefit of their clients. A basic salary of upto £50,000, a bonus scheme, health scheme, pension with career progression opportunities.

We are recruiting for an Estimating Team Trainee / Apprentice who, with training, will be supporting the business by:

Reviewing CAD drawings, taking measurements and entering this into pre-formatted excel spread sheets to enable the Estimators to produce accurate quotations.

Creating, monitoring and updating project folders.

Learning the craft of design led estimating

You will be supported by and working alongside a team of motivated and enthusiastic estimators who strive to exceed customer expectations and work within a fun team orientated environment.

To be considered for the Estimating Team Apprentice / Trainee you will need:

Your own transport or parents / family who are willing to drop you off and pick you up from work daily as our Clients offices are not on a bus route.

Some experience of Microsoft Office (or similar) as this is the package that is used, most of what you will do will be repeated daily so you will soon pick everything up.

If you have an interest in design that would help but is not essential.

To arrive at work on time and ready to work, with the attention to detail skills that this type of job requires.

If you have related experience from school, college or a job then great but if not then you just need to be enthusiastic and willing to learn.  As you develop within the role career progression opportunities will be available.

On offer is a permanent, full-time role with a starting salary of between £14,000 and £18,000 (based on experience and age), 22 days paid holiday plus all bank holidays, enrolment into their pension scheme and the opportunity to develop a career in design led estimating within a company where team development and progression is the norm.

For more detail on this opportunity, to register your interest or apply please use the link provided on this website.

Would suit : customer service, administration, costing, quoting, invoicing, people who are good with numbers, detail orientated people, school leavers, college leaves, business administration, retail.

We are recruiting for an experienced Operations Manager on behalf of a soft landscaping company for their sports turf and play area department.

The Operations Manager will have responsibility for the delivery and installation of a variety of sports turf, artificial grass and hybrid surfaces for a wide range of purposes (bowling green, natural sports pitch, MUGA, sports areas, play areas) with an individual value of upto £130,000 ensuring all financial, quality and customer service targets are met and will :

Be responsible for the project management and resource planning of both installation teams and projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and in line with priced expectations.

Undertake pre-contract site meetings to clarify and confirm details of the works and any amendments to costings.

Prepare programmes of work using in-house templates and software packages to ensure on time delivery of projects.

Maintain and up to date and efficient programme of projects, agreeing dates and/or any amendments with clients and subcontractors ensuring timely scheduling of plant, material and equipment delivery to site.

Ensure installations are undertaken in accordance with the site plans, installation instructions and H&S procedures through regular site visits, taking remedial action as appropriate.

Monitor and review project progress against the job costings to ensure that gross profit margins are achieved or exceeded.

Manage site and installation issues ensuring an resolving successfully, cost effectively, efficiently and to client satisfaction.

Undertake sign-off meetings as appropriate with clients at completion of the installation ensuring files are passed to accounts for invoicing.

Develop and expand a network of in house teams and installation sub-contractors with the right skills.

Manage the training of in-house and sub-contracted teams.

Assist the Sales Team with pricing of miscellaneous items for job costings.

Be responsible for ensuring all operational, HR, compliance and H&S processes are consistently applied.

To be considered for the Operations Managers job opportunity you will need :

Direct experience of managing installation projects ideally within the soft landscaping, sports turf, artificial grass or hybrid grass sector.

Excellent project management skills, to be highly organised with good attention to detail and communication skills and be able to work well under and complete projects within set time frames.

Strong leadership and organisational skills, to be a driven individual who is able to self-motivate and has a positive can do attitude.

To have a good understanding of Microsoft packages in particular excel which is the key software used.

The Operations Manager will be joining an established company which has over 20 years experience within the landscaping and sports surfacing sector and will be fully  supported by an experienced, design, sales and operational and administration support team who know what needs to be done, how to schedule it, plan for it and install it.

On offer is a salary of upto £39,000 per year which is negotiable based on experience and current package, a performance related bonus scheme,  Company Car or Car Allowance, Laptop, Mobile Phone, Tablet, 5 Weeks Holiday (Plus all Bank Holidays) a pension scheme and the opportunity to further progress your career within the playground equipment installation sector.

We are recruiting for an experienced Contracts Coordinator for a company based just outside of Northampton that offers a design, installation and maintenance service for outdoor play equipment to a wide customer base that includes schools, nurseries, academies, town and parish councils and housing developers.

As the Contracts Coordinator you will be:

Working Closely with the Operation and Assistant Operations Manager to plan for upcoming works including any additional services required.

Liaising with the team during installations to ensure the efficient progress of the installation and availability of the site for any follow on works which will include:

Working with the team to resolve any issues with hired equipment and to arrange return / collection of hired equipment when no longer needed.

Ensuring deliveries are arranged for when the team are on site (skips, containers, herras etc.,)

Liaising with external service providers to plan follow on works (wetpour resin laying, surfacing, fencing etc.,) when the installation teams have completed their work to minimise hiring or site delay costs.

Completing all related contract administration which will include

Entering details of purchase orders and equipment hire details.

Raising invoices for spare parts, equipment repairs and maintenance.

Completing the installation detail for account.

Investigating any hire invoice queries.

Ensuring all incoming phone calls are directed to the correct person who can provide the required solution.

You will need to be an experienced Contracts or Operations Coordinator / Administrator , if you have related sector experience of playground, landscaping, surfacing or fencing installation that would be an advantage but is not essential.  Experience related to construction or installation (kitchens, bathrooms, extensions, double glazing etc.,) would give you the skills needed.

The Contracts Coordinator is the admin linchpin ensuring that projects are scheduled, resources are planned, clients are updated, works are completed as scheduled and all relevant paperwork is processed, working hours recorded, costs correctly coded and invoices raised as work is completed.

In return is a basic salary of up to £22,000 plus a pension scheme, 22 days holiday, bank holidays.

Full sector and job training will be given and you will be joining a dedicated operations team in what is a fast paced and friendly office.

For more detail on this opportunity, to register your interest or apply please use the link on this website or call to speak to one of the team.

We are recruiting for experienced Wetpour, Rubber Mulch and/or Artificial Grass Installers who will be responsible for the installation of surfacing in playgrounds, parks, open spaces and other areas within the North West.

On offer is a :

Basic salary to £30,000 (negotiable based on experience)

Company Van to get to and from installation sites.

Uniform & PPE.

The opportunity to progress your career with team members actively encouraged and mentored to enable progression.

You will be :

Installing wetpour, rubber mulch, artificial grass and grass mats,

Working on a variety of sites including schools, nurseries, new build housing sites, parks and outdoor areas.

Taking receipt of materials on site.

Completing associated groundworks and on occasion installing or repairing play equipment.

To be considered you must have :

Full UK Driving Licence.

Groundworks and soft surfacing installation experience, if you have play equipment installation / repair experience or artificial grass installation experience that would be an advantage but is not a specific requirement.

A DBS Check

A Digger or Dumper experience that would be an advantage.

A CSCS card – if you already have one great, if not then you just need to be happy to take the test if offered a job (current cost to take test is £21 with many free apps available for practice multiple choice tests to prepare in advance of taking test)

We are recruiting for experienced Wetpour, Rubber Mulch and/or Artificial Grass Installers who will be responsible for the installation of surfacing in playgrounds, parks, open spaces and other areas within the West Midlands.

On offer is a :

Basic salary to £30,000 (negotiable based on experience)

Company Van to get to and from installation sites.

Uniform & PPE.

The opportunity to progress your career with team members actively encouraged and mentored to enable progression.

You will be :

Installing wetpour, rubber mulch, artificial grass and grass mats,

Working on a variety of sites including schools, nurseries, new build housing sites, parks and outdoor areas.

Taking receipt of materials on site.

Completing associated groundworks and on occasion installing or repairing play equipment.

To be considered you must have :

Full UK Driving Licence.

Groundworks and soft surfacing installation experience, if you have play equipment installation / repair experience or artificial grass installation experience that would be an advantage but is not a specific requirement.

A DBS Check

A Digger or Dumper experience that would be an advantage.

A CSCS card – if you already have one great, if not then you just need to be happy to take the test if offered a job (current cost to take test is £21 with many free apps available for practice multiple choice tests to prepare in advance of taking test)

We are recruiting for an experienced Operations Manager on behalf of a Grounds Maintenance Company that has a wide client base across both the Private and Public Sector and offers a diverse service which includes Landscape Improvement and Installation, Japanese Knotweed Excavation, Winter Maintenance and Bulk Waste Removal in the South East.

The Operations Manager will oversee the day to day operations within the South East reporting into the Managing Director and will have full accountability and responsibility for the service delivery with a career progression plan in place to become the Operations Director.

The Operations Manager will be responsible for :

Providing leadership and support to the operational teams to ensure delivery of department objectives.

Timely preparation and delivery of tender and quotation submissions.

Project planning, organisation and service delivery across all business areas.

Managing the booking in of works and ensuring projects are delivered on time, to budget and contract specification.

Managing projects and the client journey from point of sale to handover of site including censuring any agreed remedials are completed to the clients satisfaction.

Ensuring the companies quality standards are maintained and adherence to H&S policies and procedures.

Management of onsite H&S including the preparation and submission of RAMS.

The financial performance of projects, including resource scheduling and procurement.

Pro-mobilisation site inspection and surveys including risk assessments and site-specific instructions.

The Operations Teams including appraisals, inductions and the efficient use and management of company resources.

Full P& L Responsibility.

Producing detailed monthly service delivery and forecast reports for the Senior Management Team.

Developing and building a team structure to ensure sustainable growth in line with company targets.

Researching and implementing new ways of working to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Building a network of reliable sub-contractors and suppliers to call on as required, regularly reviewing their performance and pricing.

Managing equipment, machinery and vehicle allocation including servicing and repairs.

Promoting the wider Groups service offering at every opportunity to achieve sales turnover expectations.

To be considered for this opportunity you will need to demonstrate :

A minimum of three years in Operations Management within the Grounds Maintenance or Soft Landscaping Sector.

Related Industry Supply Chain experience.

Improvements in KPI and operational performance.

Commercial awareness, an understanding of budgets, P&L and new business development.

Effectiveness as a Team Leader with the ability to motivate, develop and bring the best out of your wider operational, sales and administration teams.

Direct experience of managing projects and resources in line with budgets and the practical, technical, financial and qualitative requirements of a project.

IT literacy with a good knowledge of MS Office applications and be adept at learning in-house systems to be able to further develop their in-house scheduling software.

Strong leadership skills with high attention to detail, a determination to deliver a high quality and reliable service with a ‘Right First Time’ approach, be dynamic and able to move with the times in a fast-paced company, embrace change and technology, be innovative and forward thinking, a problem solver with proactive solutions and as Operations Director is the career pathway for this job be committed and hungry to progress.

In return our Client is offering a starting basic salary of up to £45,000 which is negotiable based on experience and current package, a performance related bonus, company vehicle, laptop, mobile phone, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and a pension scheme.

For more details on this opportunity, to register your interest or apply please use the link on this website or call to speak to one of the team.