Total 158 Maintenance / Repair job vacancies in Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 3UD

Job Title: Principal Electrical Engineer - Control and Instrumentation
Location: Plymouth, Devon + Hybrid Working Arrangement
Compensation: £56,837.00 - £69,555.00 dependent upon experience + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF55205

At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Principal Electrical Engineer - Control and Instrumentation at our Devonport Royal Dockyard site.

The role

As a Principal Electrical Engineer - C&I, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. You'll have the opportunity to lead on EC&I aspects of facility upgrade projects to support the Defuel programme.

Day to day, you'll support the Electrical Systems Manager in estimating, planning and resourcing to ensure that the design tasks are carried out within time, quality and budget.

• Leading C&I design aspects of design projects following the design lifecycle.
• Developing and managing requirements, producing engineering management plans, authorising specifications, delivering design documentation (such as drawings, design reports, operations, and maintenance manuals etc.)
• Producing commissioning documents and providing technical support to implementation phases of the projects.
• Contribute to the continuous development of the team by acting as a mentor and coach for Junior Engineers, Graduates and Apprentices.

This role is full time, 36 hours based on site at Devonport Royal Dockyard with hybrid working from home arrangements.

Essential experience of the Principal Electrical Engineer - C&I:

• Significant knowledge of electrical C&I engineering.
• Understanding of both hardware and software-based systems.
• Functional Safety IEC 61508 / 61511.
• Machinery Safety IEC IEC13849.
• Working in the Nuclear Industry or highly regulated environment.

Qualifications for the Principal Electrical Engineer - C&I:

• Degree in an appropriate electrical engineering discipline
• Professional registration with an engineering body is desirable.
• It would be an advantage to be trained in IOSH Managing Safely.

Our Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance
• Contributory Pension scheme, with life assurance
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows most employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity

Babcock International

For over a century Babcock International have helped to defend nations, protect communities, and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know. We are committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

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Job Title: Plant Operations and Maintenance Manager - Technical
Location: Plymouth + Hybrid Working Arrangements
Compensation: £49,943 + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF56539

At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Plant Operations and Maintenance Manager at our Devonport site.

The role
As a Plant Operations and Maintenance Manager, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. Acting as a senior manager within the Plant Operations and Maintenance teams, you will be deputising for Nuclear Operations and Maintenance Manager (NOMM).

Day to day, you'll have indirect responsibility in supporting the Plant Operations & Maintenance Manager's and the Facilities Operations Manager's reports.

• Developing and implementing suitable processes and training to ensure compliance with related IOIs at all times and to ensure all persons involved with operations controlled within the NOMM's sphere of influence are competent and trained to do so
• To assist the SRC Authorisation Group by providing professional advice on the facility plant and systems (including writing reports and verification of documents).
• Acting as the direct line manager of the Lock Out Tag Out Team for safety isolations, ensuring statement of conformance conditions are met, and ASQEP responsibilities are accepted and governed on behalf of the NOMM
• To document, in appropriate procedures, activities carried out by the department; and to support other company procedures as necessary to ensure compliance with their statutory and contractual requirements relevant to nuclear related activities.

This role is full time, 36 hours based on site at Devonport Royal Dockyard with hybrid working from home arrangements.

Essential experience of the Plant Operations and Maintenance Manager:

• Experience in maintaining and operating nuclear plant and facilities
• Knowledge/experience of the Site Licence Conditions/Authorisation Conditions (LC/AC) 10 and 12
• Demonstrable experience with the in-depth knowledge required to Lead the site operational control team and activity for the plant maintenance function
• Previous experience planning and scheduling maintenance activities, documentation control, work order and contractor control and progress and performance

Qualifications for the Plant Operations and Maintenance Manager:

• NUC0793 Nuclear Plant Foundation Course Module 1
• NUC0794 Nuclear Fundamental Course Module 2
• QUAL002 Submarine Quality Assurance Course
• NVQ Level 6 in an engineering discipline or equivalent

The successful candidate must be able to achieve SC security clearance for this role.

Our Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance
• Contributory Pension scheme, with life assurance
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows most employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity

Babcock International
For over a century Babcock International have helped to defend nations, protect communities, and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing date: 28/03/2024

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Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer seeking a new challenge in facilities maintenance? Our esteemed client, a leading facilities management company based in Exeter, is actively seeking a skilled Facilities Maintenance Engineer to join their dynamic team.

Role: As a Facilities Maintenance Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of electrical systems within commercial and industrial facilities. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting planned preventative maintenance and reactive tasks on electrical systems to minimise downtime.
• Troubleshooting and diagnosing electrical issues, adhering to safety regulations and industry standards.
• Collaborating with fellow team members to coordinate maintenance schedules and optimize facility performance.
• Recommending improvements and upgrades to enhance the efficiency and reliability of electrical systems.

Requirements:

• Full qualification as an Electrical Engineer, accompanied by relevant certifications (e.g., City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent).
• Demonstrated experience in facilities maintenance, particularly with a focus on electrical systems within commercial or industrial settings.
• A comprehensive understanding of electrical regulations and safety protocols.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset to work effectively within a team.

Benefits:

• A competitive salary of up to £42,000 per annum.
• Generous holiday allowance of 25 days plus 8 days bank holiday.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement within a reputable organisation committed to nurturing talent.
• A supportive work environment with a collaborative team culture, fostering growth and success.
• Additional benefits package to be discussed during the interview process, ensuring your overall satisfaction and well-being.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Production Technician (Engineering Technician)

Plymouth, Devon.

Full Time, Permanent

£37,620 + Excellent Benefits Package including 10% pension contribution!

3 on 3 off- DAYS ONLY 11am- 11pm.

We are currently partnered with one of the world's premier medical manufacturing corporations. They have been at the forefront of innovation for many decades now and show no signs of slowing down.

We are currently looking for engineering technicians to join the team on a full time, permanent basis.

We are looking for candidates that can demonstrate some engineering background but not necessarily the skill level of a qualified engineer, this is a great opportunity to join a business that can offer development into a maintenance engineering position.

The role sits above the machine operators within the structure and reporting into an engineer. You will work alongside the operators to ensure efficient upkeep of machinery, conducting first line fault finding, service and repair on production/process machinery.

To be successful in this role, you should meet the following requirements:

• Level 2 or 3 qualified in a relevant engineering subject.
• Some hands-on experience within any form of manufacturing or production based engineering.
• An understanding of fault finding and repair at a basic level.
• You could have worked in any mechanical or electrical position previously.
• Job titles could have included: Fitter, technician, craftsman, assembly, service, maintenance, repair, technical operator, manufacturing technician, production technician and other similar titles.

This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates with some exposure to engineering, that want to develop their career while working for one of the most impressive manufacturing businesses in the world.

Key words: cmms, maintenance, repair, engineering, engineer, mechanical, electrical motors, drives, gearboxes, machinery, PLC, production, manufacturing

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Engineering Technician Nights

Plymouth, Devon.

Full Time, Permanent

£42,180 + Excellent Benefits Package including 10% pension contribution!

3 on 3 off- NIGHTS- 11PM-11AM.

We are currently partnered with one of the world's premier medical manufacturing corporations. They have been at the forefront of innovation for many decades now and show no signs of slowing down.

We are currently looking for engineering technicians to join the team on a full time, permanent basis.

We are looking for candidates that can demonstrate some engineering background but not necessarily the skill level of a qualified engineer, this is a great opportunity to join a business that can offer development into a maintenance engineering position.

The role sits above the machine operators within the structure and reporting into an engineer. You will work alongside the operators to ensure efficient upkeep of machinery, conducting first line fault finding, service and repair on production/process machinery.

To be successful in this role, you should meet the following requirements:

• Level 2 or 3 qualified in a relevant engineering subject.
• Some hands-on experience within any form of manufacturing or production based engineering.
• An understanding of fault finding and repair at a basic level.
• You could have worked in any mechanical or electrical position previously.
• Job titles could have included: Fitter, technician, craftsman, assembly, service, maintenance, repair, technical operator, manufacturing technician, production technician and other similar titles.

This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates with some exposure to engineering, that want to develop their career while working for one of the most impressive manufacturing businesses in the world.

Key words: cmms, maintenance, repair, engineering, engineer, mechanical, electrical motors, drives, gearboxes, machinery, PLC, production, manufacturing

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Arcus FM are looking for a Night Shift Water Leak Technician, on a permanent basis, to carry out water leak solutions on refrigeration equipment in all clients stores around Exeter & the wider areas!

• Salary: £27,857 per annum
• Night shift allowance: £3,595 per annum
• Van (with option for personal use from day 1) and fuel card
• Smartphone, tools, uniform, PPE
• Up to 4% discretionary bonus scheme, subject to achievement of targets.
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

You will be responsible for carrying out work to clear all condensate drains, repair broken pipework, put a fall onto the required pipework, use the puricators to clean and protect the internal pipework and inserting pipe couplings for easy pipe access. Pump trays will need to be maintained and cleaned, with parts replaced as required.

You'll ensure that jobs are completed within SLA, all relevant KPI's are met and that all Arcus health & Safety procedures are complied with at all times. You'll also comply and adhere to all clients site requirements whilst working at a store, including following the correct signing in and out procedures in the store and adhering to the permit to work process.

You'll need to keep track of aged work orders and ensure that they are prioritised for completion.

To be sucessful in this role, you will need:

• Experience of water leak or drainage works would be an advantage
• Experience in basic electrical repairs also an advantage
• Other industry qualifications and certifications
  
• A UK Driving Licence is required due to the nature of the role
  

Other Factors:

• The post holder must be able to work flexibly as required by business needs and will require a full UK/EU driver's license
• Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week

When you join us you will also receive:

• Generous contributory pension scheme of matched contributions between 5% and 6%
• Life Assurance (as part of the Company Pension Scheme)
• Up to 10% off B&Q/ Trade Point
• 20% off Nuffield Fitness and Wellbeing Centres

At Arcus we are passionate about individual development which is why we are proud to offer industry leading Learning & Development opportunities to our colleagues. At our National Training Academy in Stevenage we have our own in-house team of experienced technical trainers who focus on upskilling and cross-skilling our rapidly expanding mobile engineering team. Colleagues can expect to receive significant investment in safety and technical training to ensure ongoing development of their skills and expertise and to ensure we retain our industry leading self- delivery capability.

Don't miss out on this great opportunity, apply today by clicking on the 'apply' button.

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Service Care Solutions has an exiting opportunity for an experienced Ground Maintenance Operative to work for a local authority in Bideford.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Carry out; grass cutting, strimming and hedge cutting as and where instructed or according to the grass schedules and to the standards required.
• Litter picking and clearing of paths.
• Play area inspections and undertaking minor repairs.
• Carry out; seasonal maintenance of flower beds/shrub beds/gardens of remembrance in the cemeteries.
• Carry out; planting, weeding, digging, hoeing and watering of flower planters and formal displays as necessary.
• To undertake prestart checks on vans, plant and other vehicles up to and including 3.5 tonne (B licence) classification as required in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations as stated within the operations manuals and to include the completion of daily defect sheets.
• To ensure; health and safety, safe systems of work, standards, processes and housekeeping are adhered to through regular checking and cleaning of; vehicles, equipment/machinery and working sites.

Requirements:

• Hold Full UK Driving Licence
• Previous grounds maintenance experience, including grass cutting, spraying, weeding, hoeing and planting.
• Ability to interpret work instruction and deliver/complete tasks to the appropriate standards.
• Basic literacy and numeracy to understand work instructions, safety detail, and quantity specification.
• An understanding of Health and Safety issue.
• Be able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.
• Ability to work Saturdays (especially following Bank Holiday)

Working hours:
Monday to Friday 7am-3pm

If you have any questions, please call on 01772 208967 or email honorata.bzowska@servicecare.org.uk

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Application

If this has piqued your interest and you want more information or want to apply for our role, you can visit www.swisco.co.uk jobs and careers, to download a copy of the Job Description/Person specification and application form. Alternatively, you can email hrswisco@swisco.co.uk to request copies by emailed to your chosen email address

Please be aware that we short list applicants based on you meeting the essential criteria for the role, and we reserve the right to close the job advert early, so get your application in, if you want to be considered for our role.

SWISCo is a limited company wholly owned by, and providing services on behalf of, Torbay Council.

The role
A fantastic opportunity has arisen to work within the Parks and Grounds Maintenance Team and be part of our journey on the road to greatness. The team requires an Operative Level 2, to be based in Paignton.

This is a unique opportunity to work in a range of interesting environments and use a broad range of equipment. The team undertakes all aspects of garden, grounds and parks maintenance from ornamental prestigious parks, sports pitch maintenance to generic grass cutting.

You
You will be an integral part of ‘Team ‘SWISCo’ as we continue to develop and grow and your role will be key, in driving the culture and effectiveness of the business, ensuring SWISCo operates innovatively and profitably, whilst delivering against targets.
You will be part of a Team who are the face of SWISCo whilst out working in the community so community focus will be at the forefront of what you do. It is important that you continue to work and foster our culture of positive thinking, a ‘can do’ attitude and teamwork.
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Key Duties:
• To work against set planned schedules and undertake operational tasks required as well as being responsive to operational needs
• To work as a team to ensure operations meet with SWISCo’s safety, performance and operational targets. To include maintaining effective understanding of health and safety with regard to safe working practices.
• To maintain effective working standards to ensure effective delivery of service provision in line with the established timeframes.
• Drive and operate the necessary small plant in a safe and responsible manner.

Essential Skills, Knowledge, Experience and Qualifications for initial shortlisting:
Skills and Effectiveness
• Able to work on own initiative proactively and with the minimum of direction.
• Effective communication skills to include the ability to present information to others concisely and consistently.
• Effective ability to meet targets and demand, to include conflicting deadlines.


Knowledge
• Effective knowledge of Health & Safety processes.
• Effective knowledge, understanding of data protection and confidentiality.
• Effective knowledge of how to operate plant and machinery such as forklift truck/mowers.
Experience
• Previous experience of operating plant and machinery.
• Previous experience of working within a performance driven organisation and against Key Performance Indicators or other performance related targets.
• Experience of problem solving to successful outcomes.
• Able to demonstrate in-still trust to staff members at all levels, clients/customers and the general public.
Qualifications
• Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent.

About Us
SWISCo Limited is responsible for the delivery of all functions and services associated with:
• Waste & Recycling
• Highways & Transport
• Parks & Green Infrastructure
• Street Cleansing
• Business Commercial and Fleet

The Company also carries out work for other public and private organisations to provide added value and improve the cost effectiveness of universal service provided to all residents on behalf of Torbay Council.
We have the ambitious mission of ‘Proud to Make Torbay the best place to live, work and play’. This is why we exist and why we do what we do.

Mission and Values

Our mission is backed by our personality and values,:
‘Safety First, One Team, Efficient, Honest, Mutual Respect, Fun, Innovators, Think Positive, Open, Professional, Clear Goals & Objectives and Celebrate Success’

Our People Ethos as an employer of choice, ensures that we:
Have robust HR systems and processes in place that support our workforce, recruit, retain and reward great people, recognise talent, and support organisational development and continuous improvement

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Come and join our One Great Team here at Haven as a Maintenance Technician!

As part of our Facilities & Maintenance Team, you will… 

- Support our Maintenance Team to complete reactive,plannedand preventative maintenance repairs
- Complete repairs to the internal and external fabric of holiday homes and buildings
- General plumbing, carpentry and glazing repairs
- Basic electrical and safe isolation
- Appliance repairs
- Provide quality workmanship and follow all Haven Health & Safety requirements whilst on the job 

What’s In It For You? 
- Free use of our Leisure Facilities, including swimming pool  
- Up to 50% Discount off food on Park and 20% discount in our shops  
- Opportunity to use our Corporate Box at the O2 Arena  
- Fantastic Discounts with many national Brands & Retailers  
- 20% Discount to you, your family & friends across Haven & Warner Leisure Hotels  
- Reward & Recognition Schemes  
- Training and development opportunities including fully funded qualifications  
- Fantastic Health, Mind & Money Support Programme  
- Enhanced family friendly policies and pay* (eligibility criteria applied) 

Pay Rates: 16 to 17 £7.50 / 18+ from £9.97 up to £10.42 per hour depending on age

Experience and Qualifications 
You may already be a Maintenance Technician or have existing commercial trades maintenance skills which is great or maybe you have gained the experience and knowledge in DIY and general maintenance repairs. All we are looking for is…

- Highly competent (and confident) in trade skills
- Evidence of previous trade roles
- Full valid UK Driving Licence

Who are we? 
We’re part of an award-winning Bourne Leisure family, which includes Haven & Warner Hotels. We have 9,000 fantastic team members and 39 beautiful seaside locations and our HQ based in Hemel Hempstead. 

What’s it like to work with us? 
Working with us is ultimately defined by our exceptional people and teams. At Haven, we take pride in our Breath of Fresh Air culture, which focuses on valuing and supporting every team member. We prioritise openness and transparency in our interactions allowing our team members to be their authentic selves.

We aim to offer flexibility where we can, including full or part time hours. Working hours are usually 40 hours per week over 5 days and could include evenings and weekends. 

We would love to hear from you 
If you would like to apply for this role, click apply now. We will ask you a few questions which may take around 5 minutes, then click submit and one of the Team will be in touch. 

What can you expect during the recruitment process? 
When invited to meet with us, you will have an interview and either a practical assessment or a skills test, depending on the role. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments to help you perform at your best during this process, please let us know.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments or flexibility that you may require, including whether a role can be part-time or a job-share. 

We genuinely care about every candidate's experience during the recruitment process and are here to provide support where we can. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments while applying, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at resourcingteam@bourne-leisure.co.uk

Job Title: Senior Submarine Repair Specialist
Location: Plymouth, Devon + Hybrid Working Arrangements
Compensation: £58,837 + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF56008

At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Senior Submarine Repair Specialist at our Devonport site.

The Major Infrastructure Project Business Unit has been formed to oversee a portfolio of work which includes the development and implementation of a Strategic Plan to meet the infrastructure requirements for the next 30 years.

Within the business unit, you will join The User Acceptance Group (UAG), we are a team that set requirements from the user perspective for new infrastructure projects that specialise in Submarine and/or facility maintenance work.

The role
As a Senior Submarine Repair Specialist, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. You will play a crucial part in the creation and delivery of our multimillion-pound infrastructure projects, representing the future teams who will ultimately use the new facilities.

Day to day, you'll set the user requirements by supporting the optioneering and development of design solutions to ensure they will enable efficient delivery of submarine projects. Using your developed experience, you will contribute towards the whole infrastructure project lifecycle, from the initial or pre-concept phase right through design and ultimately the build, commissioning, and handover phases.

Projects you'll directly be involved in are:

• 10 Dock - The biggest dry dock at Devonport and Babcock Marine
• 5 Basin East Wall major facility upgrade
• ASTUTE Class fleet time dockings upgrade project
• PWR1 defuel campaign.
• Other projects focussed on site wide facilities such as CCTV, SCADA and Demin water distribution through to supporting initiatives such as the Integrated Logistics Hub

This role is 35 hours a week, hybrid position with the expectation to be on site in Devonport every Monday.

Essential experience of the Senior Submarine Repair Specialist:

• Extensive experience in nuclear submarine operations and maintenance and/or nuclear facilities maintenance.

Qualifications for the Senior Submarine Repair Specialist:

It is desirable for you to hold a Degree in a relevant engineering discipline with a route to chartered engineer status. However, we can consider one of the following: Indentured Apprenticeship/Level 3 Modern Apprenticeship/Level 3 Engineering qualification with proven industry experience.

Lower qualifications will be considered if adequate job experience and subject matter knowledge can be satisfactorily demonstrated.

The successful candidate must be able to achieve SC security clearance for this role.

Our Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance
• Contributory Pension scheme, with life assurance
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows most employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity

Babcock International
For over a century Babcock International have helped to defend nations, protect communities, and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing date: 20/03/2024

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Do you live in or around the East Devon area?

Are you an experienced Maintenance Technician / Fabric Engineer?

If so we may have a role which is suited to you as we are recruiting in our facilities maintenance team, where you will be delivering planned preventive and reactive maintenance services to our multi-site clients.

• Salary: £28,119 or £31,364 per annum, depending on experience
• Door to door pay
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Additional earnings available through overtime
• 4% bonus, subject to achievement of targets (historically paid out)
• Van (with option for personal use from day 1) and fuel card
• Smartphone, tools, uniform, PPE

If you have a full valid UK driver's license, time served experience of multiple trades, and want to progress your career with an award-winning FM provider then read on….

You'll be responsible for ensuring clients sites within your area are fully maintained and operating at full potential.

As an Arcus Fabric Specialist, you'll enjoy working in a varied environment. You'll be out and about on the road traveling to client locations throughout your area, delivering a high level of repair works and rectifying any defects to ensure our clients receive a high-quality service.

You will assist in the delivery of excellent customer service resulting in professional results, asset uptime, first time fix and quality workmanship.

We need you to come with experience of working in a building fabric / maintenance role previously, and with the skills and expertise to confidently and independently, carry out as many of the below tasks as possible:

• Patch Plastering/Rendering
• Protection where required
• Carpentry works
• Various floor coverings
• Wall Tiling
• General Repair work
• Changing lights and locks

Whilst we don't need you to know it all, we do need you to have varied experience across a mix of the above trades. At Arcus we are passionate about retaining our top talent and love to promote from within, giving you the opportunity to either gain qualifications and/or experience in other areas of the business if that's what you want.

To be successful you will have:

Essential:

• Time served experience across a mix of multiple trades, ideally in a building fabric role.
• Valid UK driver's license
• Experience working within a customer facing environment
• Confident using handheld IT Equipment for managing works and documentation
• Strong communication skills and work ethic.
• Awareness and knowledge of health & safety.

Desirable:

• NVQ, City and Guilds, BTEC in a building trade
• Experience working within a maintenance remit for a multi-site retail client.

Other benefits:

• Group personal pension scheme of matched contributions between 5% and 6%.
• Life Assurance
• Access to state-of-the-art training academy
• Funded Training Sponsorship Scheme
• Refer a Friend reward scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• Up to 10% off B&Q/ Trade Point
• 20% off Nuffield Fitness and Wellbeing Centres

Other Information:

• The role will involve working 40 hrs per week, Monday to Friday
• The role will also involve working 1 in 4 weeks on call

At Arcus we are passionate about individual development which is why we are proud to offer industry leading Learning & Development opportunities to our colleagues. At our National Training Academy in Stevenage we have our own in-house team of experienced technical trainers who focus on upskilling and cross-skilling our rapidly expanding mobile engineering team. Colleagues can expect to receive significant investment in safety and technical training to ensure ongoing development of their skills and expertise and to ensure we retain our industry leading self- delivery capability.

If you feel you have the skills and experience needed, please submit your application by clicking on the 'apply' button.

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About The Role
We are currently recruiting for a Facilities Manager to join our passionate and driven Soft Service team based at our client's site at Drake Circus Shopping Centre, Plymouth

You will help oversee budgets, negotiate with suppliers and contractors, and improve operations overall.

Summary of the Role

Leadership of the Soft Services contract teams, to efficiently deliver facilities solution at Drakes Circus Shopping Centre, whilst driving a culture of continuous improvement heavily focused on our people and teamwork. Responsible for motivating, training, recruiting, managing, and mentoring a team of staff and Management Teams to get the best out of every situation. Ensuring Drake Circus is driving value for money for the services required and identifying opportunities to positively influence the experience of all stakeholders wherever possible. To foster a true partnership philosophy amongst the entire team.

Ensuring the House Keeping and Security teams are managed within contractual obligations and always performing to highest levels of quality and service. Deliver all services in full compliance with all Health, Safety & Environmental regulations.

To undertake, on a rotational basis, the role of estate Duty Manager, ensuring coverage during operating hours. Provide leadership and direction, to assure the expected standards and policies are followed and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the Security, Housekeeping and Customer Services delivery across the Drake Circus Estate including Barcode and the nighttime economy.
• Drive environmental and community strategies within the Teams, including supporting business and client Objectives.
• Drive initiative to ensure highly positive team and retailer engagement.
• Ensure exceptional Customer service delivery to enhance the customer experience making the Drake Circus Estate and Barcode a place people prefer to visit.
• Total responsibility for facilities management services within the agreed annual budget
• Managing, training, mentoring, and implementation of HR policies to achieve the best the onsite OCS facilities services team.
• Monitoring of subcontractor's SLAs and KPIs including OCS target responsibilities Liaise with Regional Manager in producing and managing the OCS site budget. Liaise with Finance Team regarding development and reconciliation of budget.
• Monitor facilities related spending against budget, forecast and variable spend.
• Review facilities supplier contract agreements and commercial terms and conditions.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and Environmental legislation in line with the company ISO:45001 and ISO:14001 accreditations, policies & procedures.
• Regular facilities update meetings with both Client and OCS site-based staff.
• Develop effective relationships with client ensuring their satisfaction with service delivery and meet regularly with your Account Director.
• To assist in the development of business initiatives including contract renewal strategy, contract management plan and customer improvement plan.
• To lead excellent communications throughout the contract and to champion the motivation for all staff. Being prepared to undertake any such duties, which may be necessary to ensure the successful operation of the contract and the good name of the Company.
• Updating and collating information for Client reporting via KPI dashboard, monthly & quarterly reports.
• Facilities contract reviews
• Key liaison with client
• Monitoring of Concept Evolution helpdesk system or relevant CAFM system and the associated performance
• Responsible for own administration
• Ensure all activity and processes are carried out in line with the company operations manual in line with the company ISO:9001 accreditation, policies & procedures.
• To ensure all work is carried out in a safe, proper and thorough manner taking into account Health & Safety and Environmental legislation, Incentive FM policies and procedures, risk assessments and method statements.
• Participate in and ensure timely close out of actions from both internal and external audits.
• Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of client and staff information.

Authorities

• The job holder will have control of a direct budget.
• Responsibility to recruit, train and discipline staff as required in line with company policies and procedures.
• Develop the service delivery within the agreed budgets.

Skills and Experience

Good experience of working within a customer facing environment is a requirement for this position along with exceptional administration skills. Specific competencies within this general requirement include the following:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organisational and influencing skills.
• Minimum 5 years' experience at Management level.
• Minimum 2 years' experience of facilities management within a retail or leisure environment or a candidate who has run highly successful large retail teams.
• Relevant H&S Qualification (IOSH, NEBOSH etc).
• Must be able to work on own initiative with a proactive and flexible attitude.
• Must have a smart professional appearance.
• Articulate and has the ability to communicate effectively with the clients and the IFM teams.
• Organised individual who can demonstrate a record of planning and managing workflows.
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of high-quality service delivery and their impact on this.
• The ability to be agile and flexible to meet the needs and demands of the role.
• Excellent time management organisation and focus on ability to prioritise and multitask with clear ability to focus on detail.
• Outstanding leadership skills: inspiring interpersonal effectiveness to lead team, train talent and effect change; willing and able to be a "doer" and "influencer".
• Experience of working and building partnerships with clients.
• Competent industry knowledge.

About The Company
OCS UK & Ireland, part of the OCS Group, is a leading facilities management company providing a range of both standalone and integrated services including cleaning, catering, security, technical services, energy management and compliance, front of house, landscaping, logistics, waste management and pest control services. The company has a turnover of £1.5bn and operates across the UK and Ireland with 50,000 colleagues delivering innovative award-winning services to the private and public sectors and supporting the local communities in which it operates.

Come and join our One Great Team here at Haven as a Maintenance Technician!

As part of our Facilities & Maintenance Team, you will…

- Support our Maintenance Team to complete reactive,plannedand preventative maintenance repairs
- Complete repairs to the internal and external fabric of holiday homes and buildings
- General plumbing, carpentry and glazing repairs
- Basic electrical and safe isolation
- Appliance repairs
- Provide quality workmanship and follow all Haven Health & Safety requirements whilst on the job

What’s In It For You?
- Free use of our Leisure Facilities, including swimming pool 
- Up to 50% Discount off food on Park and 20% discount in our shops 
- Opportunity to use our Corporate Box at the O2 Arena 
- Fantastic Discounts with many national Brands & Retailers 
- 20% Discount to you, your family & friends across Haven & Warner Leisure Hotels 
- Reward & Recognition Schemes 
- Training and development opportunities including fully funded qualifications 
- Fantastic Health, Mind & Money Support Programme 
- Enhanced family friendly policies and pay* (eligibility criteria applied)

Pay Rates: 16 to 17 £7.50 / 18+ from £9.97 up to £10.42 per hour depending on age

Experience and Qualifications
You may already be a Maintenance Technician or have existing commercial trades maintenance skills which is great or maybe you have gained the experience and knowledge in DIY and general maintenance repairs. All we are looking for is…

- Highly competent (and confident) in trade skills
- Evidence of previous trade roles
- Full valid UK Driving Licence

Who are we?
We’re part of an award-winning Bourne Leisure family, which includes Haven & Warner Hotels. We have 9,000 fantastic team members and 39 beautiful seaside locations and our HQ based in Hemel Hempstead.

What’s it like to work with us?
Working with us is ultimately defined by our exceptional people and teams. At Haven, we take pride in our Breath of Fresh Air culture, which focuses on valuing and supporting every team member. We prioritise openness and transparency in our interactions allowing our team members to be their authentic selves.

We aim to offer flexibility where we can, including full or part time hours. Working hours are usually 40 hours per week over 5 days and could include evenings and weekends.

We would love to hear from you
If you would like to apply for this role, click apply now. We will ask you a few questions which may take around 5 minutes, then click submit and one of the Team will be in touch.

What can you expect during the recruitment process?
When invited to meet with us, you will have an interview and either a practical assessment or a skills test, depending on the role. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments to help you perform at your best during this process, please let us know.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments or flexibility that you may require, including whether a role can be part-time or a job-share.

We genuinely care about every candidate's experience during the recruitment process and are here to provide support where we can. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments while applying, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at resourcingteam@bourne-leisure.co.uk

Your new role

National Highways is recruiting a Highway Technician to join our Engineering Team within our Operations Directorate in the South West region.

Throughout the planning and development stage of a project, you will provide support in the identification and development of early solutions for highways assets, working with key stakeholders including project teams and third parties to coordinate works across the region, and to provide technical support as needed.

This role shall provide an excellent opportunity to apply and develop your engineering and asset management knowledge, skills and experience within a progressive organisation investing billions across the strategic road network.

As a flexible working organisation we offer this role from either our Bristol or Exeter offices. From time to time there will be a requirement to travel between our offices and those of our stakeholders and partners. Please note that the role may also require work during unsociable hours.

You will be required to drive as part of your role and you will need to have a full clean driving license to be considered for this position.

What you’ll be leading on

Ensure the health and safety needs and wellbeing of customers and employees are fully considered and accounted for throughout the planning and delivery of each service activity.
Support the identification and evaluation of asset specific needs in order to develop future maintenance and renewals solutions.
Scope and prepare survey requests to support asset studies and renewal schemes.
Input into the development of early solutions for renewals, including the compiling of relevant documents, evidence and options in line with agreed methodologies and prioritisation criteria.
Assist with the development of works briefs to enable procurement of external design resources and survey works.
To be successful

Level 3 Qualification, BTEC, NVQ or other relevant qualification with relevant experience, or working towards
Evidence of knowledge of Design Manual for Road & Bridges standards and their application
Understanding of highways assets, including knowledge of asset condition assessment.
Understanding of the value management process / cost benefit analysis of schemes
Knowledge of CDM 2015
A bit about us

Operations is at the heart of keeping the strategic road network moving and ensuring our customers get the best possible experience when using our roads.

We address over 39,000 customer enquiries every month, plan and deliver all maintenance activities on the network, drive efficiencies and improvements across our systems and roads, and respond to incidents across 4,500 miles of motorways and major A-roads that we manage. All to make sure National Highways customers have safer, smoother, and more reliable journeys.

Want to know more?
Please email hrhighwaysengland@mailgc.cx.ukg.oraclecloud.com quoting REQ #4631

Facilities / Yard Operative

Crediton, Devon

Permanent Position

£23,000 a year (£11.95ph)

Monday to Friday, 6am to 2:30pm


Are you looking for a new challenge for 2024?

Do you have experience within small site maintenance and facilities?

Are you living within a commutable distance of Crediton?

Then this could be the next opportunity for you!

We are currently recruiting for a Facilities/Yard Operative at a large manufacturing company based in Crediton, Devon. Reporting directly to the Facilities Manager onsite, you will be responsible for maintenance checks throughout the site, whilst ensuring all facilities are well kept and departmental stock levels are maintained.

You will be joining a small onsite team and work cohesively to ensure the site is well maintained and presented at all times.

As a Facilities Operative your duties will include:

Ensuring that the sites yard is organised, maintained and well presented.
Liaising with all departments, removal of waste, bailing, separating of waste for recycling.
Departmental and facilities checks to include; Fire Extinguishers, Fire Alarms, Meter Readings
Ad-hoc additional facility maintenance and repairs as requested

Facilities Operative Requirements:

Be methodical and ensure operating procedures for the stores are enforced at all levels.
Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team
Willing to learn and show commitment and enthusiasm
Respects internal and external customers, and have good communication skills
Driving Licence – Desirable
You may have previous experience with grounds and yard maintenance, be DIY minded or have experience within waste maintenance – if so, this is an ideal opportunity for you.

Working Hours & Pay:

Monday to Friday
6am to 2:30pm
£23,000 per year (£11.95ph)

Key skills; cleaner, industrial cleaner, yard operative, facilities assistant, maintenance

Successful candidates will be pro-active team workers, liaising and co-operating with all members of staff. Operate within the confines of company policy and procedure requirements, including integrity and confidentiality in respect of the business. Abide by health and safety legislation in respect of yourself and others.

Sound like the job for you? Click APPLY to upload your CV and one of our friendly team will be in contact.

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