Total 5 job vacancies by Acorn Recruitment

Temporary contract until January 2026

£13.90 - £17.00 [per hour dependent on experience

Hybrid

8am - 6pm - 37 hours per week

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the housing industry? Do you have excellent organisational skills and a customer-centric mindset? If so, then we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Acorn by Synergie is currently seeking a Scheduler - Housing based in Bristol to join their client's dynamic team. The company is a leading provider of housing services, primarily dedicated to serving the public and government sector. As a Scheduler, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that customers receive a reliable and efficient service for any housing repairs and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

- Scheduling repairs and maintenance works in a timely and efficient manner

- Handling a high volume of customer enquiries and ensuring their needs are met

- Adhering to council procedures and guidelines for scheduling repairs

- Accurately raising and recording reported repairs

- Allocating repair requests to appropriate surveyors and operatives

- Liaising with surveyors, operatives, and customers to ensure repairs are carried out to a high standard

- Conducting follow-up calls to ensure repairs have been completed and customers are satisfied

- Making outbound calls to arrange repairs and updating customers on progress

If you are looking for a fulfilling and challenging role in the housing sector, then we want to hear from you! Don't miss out on the opportunity to join our fantastic team and make a positive impact on the lives of our customers. Apply now to find out more information!

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£28,000 to £35,000 per annum based on experience

Are you a qualified and experienced Legionella Risk Assessor looking for a new opportunity?

Acorn by Synergie is seeking a competent and dedicated individual to join their client's team as a Legionella Risk Assessor, based in Bristol. This role will involve working with Water Hygiene, focusing on the assessment and management of legionella risks in various commercial premises around the Southwest region.

The successful candidate will possess an extensive knowledge of ACoP L8 and HSG 274, with a minimum qualification of Legionella Risk Assessing. They must also have excellent report writing and technical skills, in order to effectively communicate findings and recommendations to clients.

As a Legionella Risk Assessor, you will be primarily field-based and will be required to travel to various commercial properties in the Southwest and also be within a reasonable distance to North Bristol. Therefore, a full driving license is a must for this role.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team and work on a variety of projects, contributing to the improvement of public health and safety across the Southwest region. We offer a competitive salary package and opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Key responsibilities for this position include:

- Conducting legionella risk assessments in accordance with ACoP L8 and HSG 274

- Identifying potential risks and hazards related to water hygiene and developing effective control measures

- Writing clear and concise reports, detailing findings and recommendations for clients

- Liaising with clients and building strong relationships to ensure their compliance with legislations and guidelines

- Carrying out remedial works and supervising the implementation of control measures

- Keeping up-to-date with industry developments and advancements in legionella risk management

- Maintaining accurate records and documentation of assessments and remedial works

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

- Legionella Risk Assessing qualification

- Extensive knowledge of ACoP L8 and HSG 274

- Excellent report writing and technical skills

- A full driving license and willingness to travel

- Experience in conducting legionella risk assessments and delivering effective control measures

- Good communication and interpersonal skills

- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently

- Flexibility and adaptability to work on a variety of projects

If you have a passion for water hygiene and a desire to make a positive impact on public health, then we want to hear from you! This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing company and further your career in the field of Legionella Risk Assessing.

To apply for this role, please send your CV to coral.jenkins@acornpeople.com

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

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Technical and Environmental Sales (subsoil removal and supply of aggregates) - Bristol

Do you have a passion for both technical and environmental solutions? Are you looking for a dynamic and challenging role that involves working with the construction industry? Then we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Acorn by Synergie is currently seeking an experienced Technical & Environmental Sales professional to join their clients team in Bristol. This role will primarily focus on tendering for small scale construction projects, specifically in the area of subsoil removal and supply of aggregates. You will be responsible for planning and organising of the excavation, transportation, and removal of subsoil material from construction sites.

As the Technical & Environmental Sales representative, you will work closely with their construction partners and clients to identify opportunities for subsoil removal and supply of aggregates. You will utilise your technical knowledge and expertise to develop innovative solutions that are both cost-effective and environmentally sustainable. This will involve adhering to the CL:AIRE Waste Code of Practise and the Series 600 Earthworks Specification, as well as following the WRAP Protocol for waste management.

To be successful in this role, you should have a strong understanding of the construction industry and the ability to identify potential clients. You should also have experience in tendering for construction projects and a track record of successfully securing contract bids. In addition, knowledge of RPS247, Weighsoft, and Asbestos Awareness.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who can work independently and as part of a team. You should have excellent communication and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and construction partners. Attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving skills are also essential for this role.

As our Technical & Environmental Sales representative, you will be responsible for:

● Tendering for small scale construction projects in the area of subsoil removal and supply of aggregates
● Produce plans to support onsite groundworks. Conveying information confidently.
● Using statistical analysis to determine contamination
● Classifying waste based on WM3 criteria and generating Hazwaste Online reports to be included in technical classifications along with Asbestos in soils.
● Understanding of verification reports to comply with conditions set out within local authority.
● Production of material management plans (MMPs) using CL:AIRE DoW CoP involving researching of prospective donor and receiver sites to check compliance under the terms of CL:AIRE DoW CoP. This requires the understanding of local authority planning portals, ground investigation reports, cut/ fill models and supporting information.
● Analytical review of site investigation reports from the perspective of Subsoil material classification using both WM3 and CL:AIRE legislation. This involves the technical review of ground investigation reports to identify commercial and compliance important information.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a team of like-minded individuals who are passionate about providing sustainable solutions for the construction industry. If you have the skills required and are interested to have a chat about this opportunity please contact coral.jenkins@acornpeople.com

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Position: Surveyor Administrator (with progression)

Location: Bristol (Chipping Sodbury)

Industry: Building Surveying

Starting salary: £25,350 per annum

Do you have a passion for accuracy and an eye for detail? Are you an ambitious, bright and meticulous individual looking to be part of a supportive working family? Are you proactive, highly computer literate and able to absorb information quickly? If so, we might have the perfect opportunity for you!

Our client, a well-respected and established building surveying network firm, is searching for a Surveyor Administrator to join their friendly team. This is a rare opportunity for someone who is keen to progress in their career and has a long-term managerial career path in mind.

As a Surveyor Administrator, you will be an integral part of our client's team, working closely with building surveyors, brokers, and corporate clients to provide administrative support. Your excellent verbal and written skills will be put to good use as you communicate with clients daily. Our client is looking for someone who is not afraid to get stuck in and is willing to go above and beyond to ensure the success of the business which will result in a managerial position for the right person.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Dealing with high volumes of inbound calls and emails
• Communicating with surveyors, brokers and corporate clients
• Allocation of new instructions via a bespoke valuation system
• Progress chasing to ensure strict service levels are maintained
• Providing free quotes
• Provide general admin and office duties - dealing with any issues that may arise

In addition to these duties, our client is also looking for a candidate who is very computer literate and can utilise various software programs with ease. Our client needs someone who can learn and adapt quickly to new systems and tools.

Our client values ambition and are committed to helping their employees grow and develop within the company. They offer a structured training and development program to support your career progression. Are you dedicated and driven to succeed? We want to hear from you!

Our ideal candidate will have the following skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A confident and professional attitude
• Friendly and not afraid to get stuck in
• Computer literate with the ability to learn and use several different platforms as part of the role

Our client believes in fostering a positive and supportive working environment. They are a close-knit and dynamic team and want their new Surveyor Administrator to feel like they are part of the family from day one.

Please do apply if you feel you have the skills and drive for this exciting position or email your CV to coral.jenkins@acornpeople.com

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

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Junior Purchaser / Administrator in Manufacturing - North Bristol - £26,000 to £28,000 per annum

Are you a self-motivated and driven individual looking to kickstart your career in purchasing and supply chain? Do you have a passion for the manufacturing industry and a desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment? If so, then we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Our client is a leading manufacturing company based in North Bristol, they are seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious Junior Purchasing Administrator to join their team.

In this role, you will work closely the senior supply chain purchaser and gain valuable experience in all aspects of purchasing, while also branching into planning and inventory management. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable skills and progress within a dynamic company.

As a Junior Purchasing Administrator, you will play a crucial role in the purchasing team, ensuring that all purchase orders are accurately placed and managed efficiently. You will support the senior supply chain purchaser in their day-to-day tasks and have the opportunity to participate in cross training within planning and purchasing. You must have strong PC skills and knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (ideally SAP) will be put to good use as you help to improve their processes and systems.

In this role, you will also manage booking in requests and support stock checks to ensure the accuracy and reliability of inventories. Your attention to detail and strong organisational skills will be essential in supporting
continuous efforts to improve and optimise supply chain operations.

We are looking for a candidate who has a genuine interest in the manufacturing industry and is eager to learn and grow within the purchasing and supply chain field. As a Junior Purchasing Administrator, you will have the chance to work closely with a highly experienced and knowledgeable team, who will provide you with valuable guidance and mentorship.

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:

• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems. SAP would be desirable.
• Strong PC skills
• Understanding of a manufacturing environment is highly desirable
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to negotiate and influence
• Positive attitude to change
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Ability to work under own initiative and drive improvement
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

What our client will offer you:

• Subsidised canteen
• Shopping hub discount
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Private Health Scheme
• Life cover
• Pension
• Secure car park
• Generous holiday allowance

So if you are a proactive and motivated individual, with a strong passion for purchasing and supply chain and/or are very strong administrator please do apply or email your CV to coral.jenkins@acornpeople.com

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme