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Head of Fleet

Salary: Competitive salary plus company car/car allowance, annual performance bonus, company pension, healthcare and dental

Location: National role, predominantly Midlands-based



When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.



We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.



What we can offer you;



- 25 days of annual leave

- Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers

- Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to

- 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household

- One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community

- Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential



What you'll be doing;

• Working in collaboration with other Heads of Fleet, the wider business and the central fleet function in producing the fleet replacement budget on an annual basis.
  
• Leading the production of the maintenance budget on an annual basis, working closely with the finance teams, operational business and central fleet.
  
• Taking the lead role regarding all fleet related matters for new treatment business tenders and acquisitions.
  
• Leading, coaching, motivating and empowering the team to come forward with ideas to enable them to reach their full potential.
  
• Taking the lead on effectively maintaining the relationships with key stakeholders including vehicle suppliers.
  
• Leading the teams to ensure the safety and well being of all employees and those affected by our operations.
  
• Recognising and developing talent and maintaining employee engagement.
  
• Managing the treatment Fleet function, and influencing the wider business to accurately manage the input to all Fleet systems.
  
• Taking the lead role working with the central fleet assets team in specifying and procuring all new assets across the business.
  
• Leading all aspects of asset maintenance across the treatment division, including internal and external providers in line with budget.
  
• Delivering efficient, safe and cost effective solutions to support business profitability and growth.
  
• Driving innovation and change and working with the treatment divisions to deliver our transformation path.
  
• Providing clear, informed and accurate reporting of business performance.
  

What we're looking for;

• Strong background in a senior fleet management role.
  
• Commercial management of own P&L within fleet/operational environment.
  
• Proven skills in managing in-house workshops and external maintenance suppliers.
  
• Expert knowledge of road transport legislation and fleet-related health and safety legislation.
  
• Strong technical background.
  
• Good business acumen with the ability to communicate at all levels.
  
• Experience within the transport sector.
  
• Waste and utilities background would be advantageous.
  

What's next?



Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.



We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row!

This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.



We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.

Join a team that values you for being you.

At Sodexo, we believe that safety is a top priority, and we are looking for individuals who share that belief. As a Security Officer at Royal Stoke Hospital, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety of patients, staff, and visitors as well as the hospital facilities. Working at Sodexo, no two days are the same, you will face new challenges and opportunities every day, and your actions will have a significant impact on the everyday lives of those around you. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What you’ll do:

• Greet staff and visitors and ensure they adhere to the required security protocols
• Monitoring of CCTV, Access Control, and other protective systems
• Act as a first-line response to activations & incidents or fault reporting
• Log and transfer calls, relay messages, and provide guidance and advice to visitors, clients, contractors, and staff
• To carry out regular patrols throughout the shift

What you bring:

• Ability to interact with employees, contractors, consultants, visitors, and management as well as local police and fire authorities.
• Excellent communication and awareness skills
• Experience in working in a similar role
• Knowledge of security techniques and site and local emergency procedures
• A DS license is essential

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
• A Death-in-Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today! A role you can feel good about.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advertisement early if we are in receipt of a high volume of applications.

A role where you’re busy keeping everyone safe.

• 38.5 hours per week
• 4 on, 4 off - Days & Nights
• £13.76 - £16.51 per hour
• Specific immunisations may be required as a part of this role.
• A Door Supervisor licence is required.

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About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a HR Generalist to join our client, a leading global FMCG company with Brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil & Simple based at their manufacturing facility in Burton upon Trent, Derbyshire.

This is a full-time temporary role for 12 Months, working a 39 hour week, to start ASAP, this role will be based on site, This role is paying up to £30,000 - £35,000 per annum, pro rata, depending on experience.

*Due to the urgent nature of this role, we cannot accept any applications that have a longer notice period of 1 month!!

Role Purpose:
As a HR Generalist you will be the primary contact for all line managers and employees providing clear and consistent application of employee policies and practices and creating positive key employee moments such as onboarding, career growth, time off. You will be part of the Employee Experience team - this group of colleagues strives to create and deliver slick processes for every employee journey there is.
Key Responsibilities:
The HR Generalist will be able to directly make a positive impact on each key stage of an employee's lifecycle and be the key person to positively influence and shape the employee experience at times which are critical in their career.
Key to the smooth running of HR Operations within the UK business, working with Employees, Line Managers, HRBPs and other business partners within the function you are partnering, you will:

• Guide Leaders and HRBPs in relation to HR policies and procedures (such as performance improvement, discipline, grievances, absence management etc), coaching them through the process and ensuring they have a good understanding of the legal requirements. Our role with ER can be very hands-on, writing scripts, creating outcome letters, etc. to support cases through to completion. You will be the key point of contact for absence management for the factory.
• Take a proactive approach to employee relations, reviewing data and spotting any employee relations trends, recommending solutions and coaching Line Managers to take any actions you feel are the right steps to take/ tackle problems before they grow.
• Manage onboarding, job move and exit employee engagement. Own the end-to-end employee cycle - partnering line managers and acting as a single point of contact for employees in your function area, through key career moments such as onboarding, role moves locally and globally, career growth, parental leave, time off, exit, etc.
• Provide coaching and support to line managers in employee experience. Empower our employees to be the best version of themselves. Our role is to help Employees, and our business, to thrive. As HR Generalist, you will be a wellbeing ambassador, championing positive health and wellbeing, and promoting the resources available to support our people.
• Work side-by-side with teams across HR (HRBPs, Payroll, Reward, Global Mobility, Talent Acquisition etc), providing support and subject matter expertise to recommend appropriate actions to address queries or problems.

Skills & Experience:

• You'll have experience of employee relations and case management, including knowledge of UK employment laws and regulations
• You will have great attention to detail, strong multi-tasking skills, a passion for delivering great customer experience and you can spot an opportunity to improve a process at a mile off
• You will be experienced in handling sensitive matters with tact and diplomacy, you are comfortable having difficult conversations, working professionally and discreetly with sensitive information
• Both the what and the how are important to us - explaining requirements/processes is key, but first comes the critical step of gaining buy-in from your stakeholders. Therefore, you'll have strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, building strong relationships with trust & confidence, as well as having the ability to influence.
• Experience of working in a unionised manufacturing environment

Your new company

You will be working within Higher Education in North Staffordshire within the busy Apprenticeships team as a Temporary Apprenticeships Coordinator.

Your new role

You will provide effective and efficient administrative support for the operational running of Apprenticeship contracts. You will work closely with students and staff members whilst working closely with all academic staff. You will ensure there is a robust contract management policy in place and ensure full compliance of the Apprenticeships. You will manage a shared database and gather crucial information regarding renewal dates and costs. You will ensure all transactions are undertaken in accordance with relevant procurement rules. You will make use of all agreed frameworks and contracts. You will provide all relevant feedback to the Apprenticeship Compliance Team Leader. Within the role, you will ensure plans are in a timely manner and comply with all safeguarding, health and safety, risk management, equal opportunities and GDRP regulations.

What you'll need to succeed

You must have relevant and recent work history to succeed in this role which relates to compliance administration, ideally within an apprenticeship or higher education background. You must have the confidence and determination to perform well in this role and commit to a temporary assignment until at least the end of September 2024.

What you'll get in return

You will receive a competitive hourly rate with the ability to start this role ASAP and work on a hybrid basis, working 3 days on campus/2 days at home once trained.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Your new company

An established and forward-thinking company in Stoke-on-Trent is looking for a Temporary Administrator to support their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional looking to contribute to a company's success while advancing their administrative skills.

Your new role as a Temporary Administrator, you will:

• Coordinate office activities and operations to secure efficiency.
• Manage agendas, travel arrangements, appointments, and meetings.
• Handle phone calls, correspondence, and filing systems.
• Support budgeting and bookkeeping procedures.
• Create and update records and databases with personnel, financial, and other data.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience as an administrator or relevant role.
• Familiarity with office management procedures and basic accounting principles.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office and office management software.
• Qualifications in secretarial studies will be an advantage.
• A high school diploma, B.Sc./BA in office administration or relevant field is preferred.

What you'll get in return

• A competitive hourly rate of circa £13, depending on experience.
• The chance to work for a leading organisation.
• A supportive and inclusive environment.
• Flexible working hours to fit around your commitments.
• This temporary role is a fantastic chance to gain experience within a leading company that supports growth and development. If you have the skills and experience required, please apply today to take the next step in your career.

Please note: Specific details about the organisation and further job specifics will be provided upon successful application. This role is a temporary position with the possibility of extension or permanency for the right candidate.

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Job Title: Temporary Technical Administrator
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
3 months (with possibility of extension)
About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Technical Administrator to join the team on a temporary basis.
As a Technical Administrator, you will play a crucial role in supporting project activities, ensuring smooth operations, and maintaining accurate records. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and has a passion for technical administration.
Responsibilities:
Assist project managers and team members with administrative tasks related to project planning, execution, and documentation. Maintain project files, records, and databases. Coordinate meetings, take minutes, and distribute relevant information to stakeholders. Collaborate with technical staff to ensure timely completion of project deliverables. Handle enquiries and provide support to project team members.
Requirements:
Proven experience in administrative roles, preferably in a technical or project-based environment. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years' experience in administrative or technical support roles.
Relevant qualifications in business administration or related fields are preferred. How to Apply:

Interested candidates should apply now

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Your new company

You will be working for a charity as their Service Administrator. You will work within the wellbeing department and focus solely on those requiring the wellbeing service. You will work on a permanent basis with the ability to start ASAP post security clearance.

Your new role

This specialist administrative role focusses on wellbeing and will provide key administrative support to the wellbeing services whilst working as a first point of contact. You will work with internal stakeholders, referrals and individuals requiring the service. You will manage email communication, telephone queries and update all systems accordingly.

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you must be able to work at speed and with accuracy. You must be able to deal with sensitive data and acknowledge the potential emotional responses from those requesting the wellbeing service. You must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You must have experience of working in a confidential and sensitive administrative-based role, ideally within a charity and social work setting. You must be able to work in the office full time in the Stoke on Trent area.

What you'll get in return

You will receive a competitive hourly rate and receive excellent training and personal development.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk