Location: Alton, Hampshire

Duration: Permanent

Start Date: Immediate

Salary: £31,000 (Can go higher DOE)

Primary Purpose of the Role:

Supporting and providing comprehensive administrative support to the Head of HR & Payroll. Managing internal HR relationships and maintaining HR databases.

Role & Responsibilities

• Creating, maintaining and updating HR documents and employee records on our Staffology HR System
• Monitoring and maintaining HR inbox, triaging queries via email and responding as appropriate
• Supporting employee relations
• Supporting the Head of HR with answering HR-related queries/employee queries
• Inputting & updating data into internal HR databases
• Completing tasks delegated by the Head of HR
• Supporting the Head of HR & Payroll with payroll-related matters and tasks
• Provide day-to-day advice to Line Managers and Employees on general HR-related queries, requests and Policies and Procedures, escalating more complex issues to the Head of HR
• Collecting relevant employee information and keeping a track record of employee documents
• Supporting with recording and updating holidays, sickness and absences
• Supporting with writing new HR procedures
• Supporting with creating job descriptions and updating existing ones
• To develop and maintain administrative systems and procedures to provide administrative support for HR projects. For example, arranging meetings, collating and circulating papers, preparing statistical reports, entering data on IT systems and following up on action points
• On-boarding and Induction - Coordinating logistics for new hire inductions, administering the process for new employees, process all pre-employment checks and references.
• Administer the probation process.
• Assist in formal meetings, such as employee investigations, disciplinaries and grievances as may be required by the Head of HR.
• Respond to reference requests for ex-members of staff
• Supporting with welcoming visitors/candidates for interviews
• Supporting with administering leavers internally (informing relevant departments) and ensuring that resignations are acknowledged promptly, the Line Manager is aware of the process and any outstanding annual leave is calculated in accordance with the employee’s terms and conditions
• Participate in organising and planning employee events.
• Assist in on-boarding - obtaining the right to work verification, support with visa sponsorship and obtaining references.
• Support with Appraisals administration
• Supporting Occupational Health referrals
• Assist with compliance with the Data Protection Act and GDPR
• Assist with other work, events and projects as needed
• Any other duties that may be reasonably required.

Key Personality Traits Required:

• Dedicated, diligent, diplomatic. Self-aware, emotionally intelligent, and good communicator.
• Creative, continual improver – happy to ‘have a go’, willing to learn. Proactively and reactively seek and set up better ways of working.
• Strict confidentiality and honesty with high self-awareness and exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Very strong in areas requiring accuracy and attention to detail - organisation, project management, problem-solving, data handling and management.
• Ability to carry out delicate Personnel tasks confidentially and with discretion in order to build credibility as an HR professional
• Personal resilience and the capacity to work effectively and stay calm under pressure are essential.
• Highly self-motivated, cool demeanor with impeccable multi-tasking abilities. Ability to work efficiently, maintaining attention to detail, often whilst switching tasks, in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong ability to work alone as well in a collaborative environment with good delegation skills as necessary.
• Positive, friendly, professional demeanour with good, clear communication skills. Not afraid to express one’s own value-adding opinion, but needs tact and diplomacy.
• Professional attitude and approach to all. Accurately represent the Head of HR and Directors' attitude, approach, and commercial requirements. Humble, hardworking, and not prone to abuse role status.
• Understand and work on the company’s five core values. Align with the company’s core brand essence: Humanity, Creativity, and Strength.

Basic Skills Required

• Proven experience in HR administration and an understanding of HR processes
• Advanced Microsoft Office 365 skills, with an open-minded ability to learn company-specific software.
• Impeccable maintenance of paperless/ electronic filing documents and systems.
• A good command of spoken and written English.

Hours & Location

• Standard Office Hours – 8.00 am – 5 pm – Monday to Friday
• Office based
• Driving and own a vehicle

Contact:

For more information, call us at +44 (0)1256 817878. To apply for this vacancy, contact Jorge Harrow at jharrow@roberthurstltd.co.uk or complete the application form below, and we will contact you.

Location: Bristol

Duration: Permanent

Start Date: Immediate

Salary: £45,000 to £55,000

Job Overview:

You will be taking the lead in providing technical support to our customers, as well as internally supporting the estimating team and project delivery on our Control Systems projects.

While you will be part of the technical team, you will work very closely with the Project Coordinator on a daily basis. The Project Coordinator is responsible for the administration and delivery of projects. Your role will be taking the lead on all technical elements of the projects. You will be the in-house expert on our Control System.

This can range from reviewing specifications, drawings, schematics, and other documentation to raising quotes, attending design meetings, attending sites, or liaising with customers to resolve technical issues. The role is predominantly office-based, but there will be a requirement to travel to visit customers on-site or at their offices, where necessary.

• Review specifications for control systems and supply the necessary information to our estimating team and controls partner to raise a compliant quote and advise customers if compliance cannot be met.
• Liaise with our controls partner on the technical aspects of projects and provide internal technical support to the rest of the business.
• Be the main point of contact for customers on our control systems and provide technical expertise and support.
• Build and maintain good working relationships with our customers, most of our business is repeat customers.
• Proactively identify gaps in our products and/or services to support our company ethos of ‘CANI’ (Continuous and Never-ending Improvement) and product development.
• Take an active role in the continuous improvement of our processes by monitoring project delivery and customer experience.
• Develop and maintain project and technical documentation, such as updating schematics and data sheets.
• Build and keep up-to-date knowledge on Building Regulations, National Standards and Industry Best Practices.
• Knowledge sharing across the technical and wider business to ensure a joined-up strategy.
• Ensure projects are delivered within scope with adherence to specifications and compliance.
• Attend design meetings via teams/in person.
• Liaise with the commissioning teams to help resolve issues.
• Work with the Project Co-Ordinator on the technical aspects of projects.
• Complete Technical Submittals.
• Arrange RAMS & commissioning statements.
• Attend pre-commissioning site visits and fault-finding site visits.
• Liaise with all levels of people within a business and have the confidence to not be a ‘yes’ person.
• Deliver CPD training to customers.
• Involvement during the entire lifecycle of the project from quote to completion.
• Resolve issues as necessary.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Working knowledge of control systems such as fire alarms or an electrical background
• Be able to effectively communicate technical information to a less technical audience
• Confident liaising with all levels of seniority within a business and able to build good customer relationships
• Proactive, conscientious & diligent
• Demonstrable experience of problem-solving and resolving multi-level issues
• Attention to detail and multitasking abilities
• Contractually aware with strong commercial judgement 
• Flexible, willing to learn and able to react to changing priorities and deadlines
• Presentation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
• Innovation and forward-thinking.

Contact:

For more information, call us at +44 (0)1256 817878. To apply for this vacancy, contact Jorge Harrow at jharrow@roberthurstltd.co.uk or complete the application form below, and we will contact you.

Location: WAKEFIELD 

Duration: Permanent

Start Date: Immediate

Salary: £28K to 40K DoE

Job Description:

LEV Test Engineer (Local Exhaust Ventilation).

Our client is looking for 2 LEV test engineers to join their team based in Wakefield. Ideally, the candidates should have experience in the same or similar role.

The right candidate(s) will have proven knowledge of LEV systems and their components, including fans, ducting systems and filters. All candidates must have a CSCS card, IPAF, PASMA, and P601 Qualification, which is an advantage but not essential.

All candidates must have a full clean driving licence.

The salary is 28-40k, depending on experience.

There is an annual bonus of up to 2k a year.

All candidates will get access to a company van or car and will receive a laptop and mobile phone.

Monday - Friday shift pattern, with a 13.30 finish on a Friday

Qualification / Cards:

P601 CERT, CSCS, FULL CLEAN DRIVERS LICENCE

Additional Information:

Contact:

For more information or to apply for this position, please call Sean Moore at 07539 741914 / smoore@roberthurstltd.co.uk or complete the form below.

Location: Hitchin

Duration: Permanent 

Salary: £40,000 to £60,000 

Spec: The candidate must be mechanically biased, especially in HVAC.

Role Overview: 

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor specializing in HVAC and ductwork projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for cost estimation, financial management, and contract administration, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for HVAC and ductwork projects.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure cost efficiency.
• Conduct regular site visits to assess work progress and validate quantities.
• Collaborate with project teams to manage contracts, variations, and claims.
• Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to secure the best value.
• Prepare and present detailed financial reports to stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quantity surveying, specifically in HVAC and ductwork.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement, and cost control.
• Proficiency in relevant software (e.g., MS Excel, CostX, or similar).
• Excellent analytical and negotiation skills.
• Strong communication and team collaboration abilities.

Contact: For more information, call us at +44 (0)1256 817878. To apply for this vacancy, contact Michaela Francis at mfrancis@roberthurstltd.co.uk or Jorge Harrow at jharrow@roberthurstltd.co.uk or complete the application form below, and we will contact you.

Exciting Career Opportunity in Durham! Roofing and Cladding Estimator Needed - Salary £50k Plus Car 

Are you a skilled estimator with expertise in roofing and cladding projects? Are you looking for a rewarding career opportunity with excellent compensation and benefits? Look no further!

We are seeking a talented Roofing and Cladding Estimator to join our team based in Durham. As an Estimator, you will play a key role in assessing project requirements, preparing accurate cost estimates, and ensuring the success of our roofing and cladding projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough assessments of project specifications and requirements.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates for roofing and cladding projects, including materials, labour, and other expenses.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, and contractors to ensure alignment of project goals and objectives.
• Analyze project risks and opportunities to develop competitive bids.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, materials, and pricing.
• Assist in the negotiation of contracts and pricing agreements.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as an estimator in the roofing and cladding industry.
• Strong understanding of roofing and cladding systems, materials, and installation methods.
• Excellent analytical and mathematical skills.
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Excel.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Valid driver's license.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £50,000 per annum.
• Company car provided.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement plans.

Contact:

For more information or to apply for this vacancy, contact Michaela Francis at 01256 817878, email mfrancis@roberthurstltd.co.uk, or complete the application form below.

Location: London

Duration: Permanent

Start Date: Asap

Salary: £50k-£60k

Job Description:

• (MINIMUM 10 YEARS PQE) 
• External Wall Risk Assessments 
• Type 1-4 FRA’s 
• Compartmentation Surveys 
• Large and small refurbishment and re-cladding projects 
• Fire Protection Work 
• MIFire E 
• MIFSM 
• C Build E MCABE 
• CEng

Skills, Knowledge and Understanding 

• Liaise closely with Clients, Contractors, Developers, Clerk of Works and other key stakeholders. 
• Undertake Risk Assessments in line with current legislation. 
• Advise clients of pragmatic, cost-effective solutions to mitigate risk where possible.
• Assist in a small team's growth, development and structure, drawing upon team leadership skills and experience.

General 

• Comply with or improve upon Key Performance Indicators. 
• Working with and developing a Quality Management System. Report regularly on the status of projects and update Fee Projections. 
• Assist the Director in Charge with Business Development, cultivating new and existing Clients to promote our Building Surveying service offering.

Fire Risk Assessment 

• Assist the client in RAG assessing their stock to understand their potential liabilities. 
• Review information relating to fire safety that the client has accrued for their buildings to date and advise them of its suitability. 
• Conduct Fire Risk Assessments both internally and externally in line with current industry guidance and compile a detailed report. 
• Provide CPD to clients, making them aware of their obligations as building owners. 
• Peer review reports from other Fire Engineers where requested. 
• Work with the project team to produce cost-effective, pragmatic remedial solutions where possible. 
• Attend client/resident meetings when required to explain reports that have been issued and the implications of the findings.

Remedial Works

• Work with the project team to compile the ER’s. 
• Peer review the contractor's proposals 
• Liaise closely with the clerk of works and the contractor and carry out compliance checks of the works as they progress. 
• Attend site progress meetings when required.

Contact:

For more information or to apply for this vacancy, contact Michaela Francis at 01256 817878 or email: mfrancis@roberthurstltd.co.uk or complete the application form below.

Location: M5 Corridor

Duration: Permanent

Start Date: Immediate

Salary: Negotiable D.O.E

Job Description:

Our client is looking for new electricians to help grow their established team.

JOB ROLE:

• Full-Time Electrician Required

SALARY:

• Up to £18 per hour depending on experience and based on a 40-hour week.
• Door-to-door travel paid
• Company Van
• Fuel Card
• Ipad
• 24 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Flexible working hours
• Uniform Provided

ESSENTIALS:

• City and Guilds 2360 part 2/City and Guilds 2330 level 3 (or equivalent)
• NVQ Level 3 Installing and Commissioning Electrotechnical Systems
• City & Guilds 2382 Requirements for Electrical installations BS7671 18th Edition
• Be able to successfully gain military/government security |Clearance
• City & Guilds 2391 Inspection, Testing, and certification of electrical Installations
• Microsoft Office literate
• Hold a clean driving license.
• Confident working alone and within a team.

DESIRABLES:

• Fire Alarm Experience
• IPAF and/or PASMA
• City & Guilds 2391 Inspection, Testing, and certification of electrical Installations

Qualification / Cards:

• ECS card, 2391 test & inspection

Contact:

For more information or to apply for this vacancy, contact Daniel Davey at 01256 817878 or email: ddavey@roberthurstltd.co.uk or complete the application form below.

Location: UK Wide

Duration: Permanent

Start Date: Immediate

Salary: £45 - £55k

Job Description:

We are recruiting for Sprinkler Project Managers on a UK-wide basis to work on a major project. You will be expected to travel extensively, although the client's UK base is in the Midlands.

Base locations considered include: Birmingham, Black Country, Wolverhampton, Coventry, Leicester, Nottingham.

Person Specification:

• Positive can-do attitude
• A good working knowledge of BS5839
• Minimum 3 years’ of industry experience
• UK driving license - no more than 3 points
• Good fault-finding skills
• Must be willing to travel across the Midlands & overlapping with other regions when required
• Starting salary dependent on experience

Qualifications - Desirable:

• FIA courses
• First Aid
• ECS
• IPAF
• IOSH
• Asbestos Awareness

Duties will include:

• The servicing and installation of fire alarm systems to the latest standards - mostly Gent / Advanced / Kentec / Notifier
• Maintaining records & completing company forms electronically
• Smoke vents service & remedial works
• Emergency lights service & remedial works
• Access control service & remedial works
• CCTV service & remedial works
• Intruder alarm service & remedial works
• Small works and installation

On Call Rota:

• National coverage 1 week in 8 first on call
• Second on-call same frequency - very quiet
• On-call allowance paid for both first and second on-call

What we can offer you:

• Nationwide comprehensive training program
• Gent training
• Engineer bonus up to £200 per month on hitting achievable KPIs
• Company vehicle, mobile phone & laptop
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: £28,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car
• Company events
• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme
• COVID-19 considerations:
• Everyone in our team is provided with face coverings, disposable gloves, anti-bacterial sanitiser, anti-bacterial wipes and overshoes. It is optional if any of the above are worn, depending on the individual and the client site.

Application question(s):

Are you willing to provide information to enable full security screening to be conducted in line with British Standard BS5878 including DBS check?
Are you willing to travel regularly across the Midlands and overlap with other regions when required?

Experience:

• Fire Alarm: 3 years (required)
• Licence/Certification:
• Driving Licence (required)
• Work Location: On the road

Qualification / Cards:

CSCS Black card / SMSTS / Project Manager qualifications

Additional Information:

Please create separate ads for South West / Midlands/ North East

Contact:

For more information or to apply for this position, please call David Page at 07497 480107 / dpage@roberthurstltd.co.uk or complete the form below.

Location: Rotherham

Duration: Temp - Permanent

Start Date: April

Salary: Negotiable

Job Description:

Electrical Project Manager, Oversee a project based in Rotherham on a project up to 18 - 20 weeks with the opportunity of joning the team permanently for future electrical projects.

This project will be on a food Factory, the first initail stage will be striping out exsisting electrical work will take up to 4 weeks. The candidate must have knowledge in all electrical experience working on commercial and industrial sites, able to liaise with client on progress, report back to office with progress.

Qualification / Cards:

• ECS card, 2391 test & inspection & IPAF, SMSTS

Additional Information:

• Electrical project management, stripout and installation Experience.

Contact:

For more information or to apply for this vacancy, contact Daniel Davey at 01256 817878 or email: ddavey@roberthurstltd.co.uk or complete the application form below.

Location: London

Duration: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £42,000

Job Description:

Our client is looking to hire a full time permanent Mobile Mechanical Engineer. The position is within in the Sutton, Surrey area.

The company has been running since 2003 providing Technical M&E service support to the Commercial Building Maintenance sector. We run a small team of highly skilled mobile engineers covering London, Greater London and South of England.

The role is to provide a variety of general maintenance and reactive services and corrective works on buildings, plant and site

Skills and experience:

Essential that you have experience working within plant rooms and have excellent communication skills. Full current driving licence with no more than 3 points.

The successful candidate should ideally possess the following:

• A sound knowledge of mechanical engineering and the ability to carry out planned and un-planned safety inspection and maintenance work on mechanical plant and associated equipment in accordance with FSG20 and the like.
• To have completed a recognised apprenticeship or hold a recognised qualification e.g. City & Guild, BTEC, NVQ level 3 in a mechanical engineering discipline as a minimum qualification.
• Experience of selecting and installing a wide range of pipework types and systems.
• The ability to read and understand schematic drawings in order to carry out effective fault finding and diagnostics.
• Experience of working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Electrical principals appropriate to actuation of mechanical systems and plant.
• Experience of working with pumps (DOL and inverter driven) and capable of undertaking fault finding / repairs when necessary.
• Experience of Health & Safety procedures relevant to engineering activities and the safe handling of heavy equipment.
• Willing and able to work in a varied, multi-skilled role, assisting other trades as and when required.
• Experience of PPM systems of work.
• Produce details of time and materials required for any minor works for quoting purposes.
• Ability to provide job updates and reports in a timely fashion, including all necessary technical detail needed to enable correct remedial works when required.

Employees Package:

• 40 Hours Per week
• Over Time available (but not guaranteed)
• 28 days Holiday including Bank Holidays
• Company Van and fuel card
• Work Wear
• Pension
• Private Medical
• Company Phone
• Training The successful candidate will be required to pass Home Office Security Vetting (SC). We are looking for a highly technical and motivated engineer to join our team who will be willing and able in assisting JT Mechanical Services Ltd to progress our aspirations in the commercial market.

Qualification / Cards:

• ECS card or CSCS card

Additional Information:

• Electrical Experience

Contact:

For more information or to apply for this vacancy, contact Daniel Davey at 01256 817878, email: ddavey@roberthurstltd.co.uk or complete the application form below.