Working within a civils team of operatives on a large site environment
Carrying out excavations, with an involvement installing temporary works support measures
Learning how to work safely on site whilst adhering to site rules and regulations
Setting up site and work areas, ensuring they are adequately maintained
Backfilling the DHN pipework and trenches in line with relevant specifications
Reinstatement works to highways which will include preparation of subbase, laying tarmac and paving
Attending daily workforce briefings
Learning from supervisors or mentors about advance techniques
Problem solving identifying and resolving minor issues during construction
Attending relevant site training courses
Handling basic tools such as shovels, breakers and other small items of plant
Training:
You will be working towards a Level 2 Groundworker Apprenticeship Standard
You will receive on and off-the-job training and support from an assessor and an apprenticeship advisor
You will be required to attend Bicton College for block weeks as part of the apprenticeship training
Training Outcome:
Become a qualified groundworker, working supervisor, site manager and site foreman are both career path opportunities
Employer Description:ThermaMech specialise in designing and delivering energy networks, because we believe that an unrivalled level of focus, expertise and service is the best way to get the job done. Working proactively to transform the UK’s heating and cooling networks the efficient way.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 7.30am - 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Do you have experience in a phone based role? Are you keen to start your career in recruitment? Do you want to recruit for a sector that actually means something to society?
Charles Hunter Associates are the leading recruitment agency in Reading for Social Work and Social Care and we are looking for hungry, motivated and ambitious Trainee Recruitment Consultants to join us and progress their careers.
Our Recruiters become experts in their market, providing elite level career advice and custome service, they earn excellent commission to live their best lives possible! The job is demanding, requires self sacrifice, ever changing and has ups and downs, if you like winning and getting paid for grit and hard work, recruitment is your option.
Based in our office in Central Reading, we offer a fun and dynamic sales floor with competition, prizes and money to be earnt whilst also offering industry leading training program.
I am looking for candidates who have the following :
Passionate to begin their recruitment career – sales or phone experience, used to making outbound calls, speaking to professionals and building rapport. Are you bored where you are? Lets talk!
High energy to join our sales floor
Positive mindset to achieve all goals and targets
Ambition to learn and put yourself out of your comfort zone
Self motivation to be able to overcome new challenges
A hunger to win and succeed to match our mentality
Please note, in order to be considered we are currently looking for candidates with some phone based experience (telesales, outbound sales, call centre, sales executive, sales advisor)
On offer as our Trainee Recruitment Consultant is
Basic Salary £25,000 - £27,000
Commission Structure up to 26% of billings, uncapped potential
Industry leading Training Academy to teach you core skills
Development Opportunities within Delivery Team or Business Development Team
25 Days Annual Leave plus 1 Day for your Birthday
VIP holidays, sales competitions to win cash or prizes, end of year awards and accolades
If you have the personality, drive and motivation to start your career in recruitment, apply here to book yourself a screening call!....Read more...
Duties will include:
As our Apprentice Recruiter, you’ll be an integral part of the recruitment team — helping to identify, attract, and connect great people with rewarding careers.
Source candidates through job boards, LinkedIn, and social media platforms.
Write and post engaging job adverts.
Screen CVs and conduct initial candidate conversations.
Support the coordination of interviews and candidate communications.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in our applicant tracking system (ATS).
Learn the end-to-end recruitment process and develop key professional skills.
You don’t need prior recruitment experience — just the right attitude and a genuine interest in people. We’re looking for someone who is positive, proactive, and professional. You’ll take initiative, stay motivated even on busy days, and bring energy and enthusiasm to everything you do.Training:Teaching and developing the skills, knowledge, and behaviours required to become a competent Recruiter will take place entirely in the workplace, with no need for day release. One-to-one tutoring sessions will be provided by a dedicated tutor, who will design a bespoke curriculum plan tailored to your strengths and areas for development.Training Outcome:This apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a rewarding career in recruitment or talent management. Successful candidates can progress to roles such as Recruitment Consultant, Resourcing Specialist, or Talent Advisor.
With experience, there are opportunities to specialise in areas like senior-level recruitment, client management, or facilities management consultancy, and to grow into leadership or management positions within a professional and supportive business.Employer Description:Empro is a specialist facilities management consultancy dedicated to helping organisations run their buildings efficiently and effectively. They provide strategic support for property operations while also managing a talent and technology division that sources skilled professionals and implements innovative solutions. Empro combines industry expertise with recruitment and technology to deliver tailored solutions for clients, ensuring smooth operations and long-term success.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm.Skills: Attention to detail,Communication skills,Customer care skills,Initiative,IT skills,Number skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working....Read more...
Process laboratory waste following standard operating procedures
Produce fly food and media to support teaching and research across the college
Provide autoclaving and sterilisation services to the college
Ensure adequate stocks of laboratory consumables and glassware
Troubleshoot issues with fly food and media production, working with colleagues to resolve problems
Monitor the quality of ingredients, recipes and end products, working with service users to identify changes and implement solutions
Carry out routine sample preparation following standard operating procedures with guidance from senior technicians
Carry out specified techniques, tests or experiments as directed
Identify simple problems and resolve and recognise when to refer issues to your manager
Maintain accurate records and draft routine documentation related to your duties
Ensure the health, safety and cleanliness of the immediate work area, by encouraging staff and students to comply with all basic University / College Health & Safety policies and reporting any issues to your line manager, technical manager, laboratory manager or college safety advisor as appropriate
Confirm that all required assessments are in place, approved and up to date
Carry out regular maintenance processes as appropriate, and ensure records are maintained
Report any breaches or non-compliance with health and safety procedures to the line manager, technical manager, laboratory manager or college safety advisor
Ensuring waste disposal is carried out correctly for laboratory, recycled and general waste
Adopt a proactive attitude to assisting with and implementing carbon reduction and energy saving measures
Assisting with stock level control and informing the line manager when replacements are required
Receipt and correct storage of consumables and chemical reagents
Reporting any problems with equipment or services to the line manager or colleague as appropriate
Treats everyone with dignity and respect in line with current equality legislation
Complete any other duties as may be reasonably required by either the line manager or technical managers
Training:You will undertake a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship with an Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' training provider, CSR Scientific Training, which will include:
Fully recognised apprenticeship qualification - Level 3 Laboratory Technician
On-the-job competency training
Theoretical knowledge - BTEC Level 3 Applied Science (if required)
The majority of your learning will be completed online once a week with some face-to-face practical sessions/exams in Birmingham (if BTEC is included).
Upon successful completion, apprentices can apply for professional registration as a Registered Science Technician, RSciTech, with either the Institute of Physics, Royal Society of Chemistry or Royal Society of Biology.Training Outcome:On completion of this apprenticeship, you may be able to progress into a Research Technician role.Employer Description:People are at the heart of what we are and do.
The University of Birmingham is proud to have been a part of the City of Birmingham and the wider region for over 100 years, and we are equally proud to be recognised as a leading global university. We want to attract talented people from across the city and beyond, support them to succeed, and celebrate their success.
We are committed to helping the people who work here to develop through our sector-leading Birmingham Professional programme which provides all professional services staff with development opportunities and the encouragement to reach their full potential. With almost 5,000 professional services jobs in a wide-range of functions in Edgbaston and in our campus in Dubai, there are plenty of opportunities for you to be able to develop your career at the University.
We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of staff and that diversity is a source of strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation, and debate. We warmly welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is at the heart of who and what we are, and how we work.
Supporting our people to achieve a healthy work/life balance is important both to our employees and to the success of the University and, depending on the role, we offer a variety of flexible working arrangements. We therefore welcome discussions on all forms of flexible working. In addition, you will receive a generous package of benefits including 40 days paid holiday a year, one paid day a year for volunteering, occupational sick pay, and a pension scheme. We also have three high quality subsidised day nurseries.
The University is situated in leafy Edgbaston and there are excellent transport links to our beautiful campus, including main bus routes and a train station on site. On campus we have a state-of-the-art sports centre with pool, shops, places to eat and drink, our own art gallery, museum and botanical gardens.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:00.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
About YouDo you enjoy using your commercial expertise where getting value for money really matters?Are you someone who believes the best outcomes are shaped early before contracts are even signed?Have you worked with NEC contracts (especially NEC4 PSC and ECC) and feel confident navigating complex, multi-stakeholder environments?If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.You might bring:Solid experience with NEC contracts, from early procurement design through to contract awardA track record of shaping procurement approaches and managing commercial risk in complex programmesThe ability to negotiate confidently and proportionately, protecting client interests while building positive, collaborative supplier relationshipsExperience supporting project teams with clear, high-quality commercial advice and sound judgementWe know people don’t always tick every box. If your experience is a bit different but you can see how you’d add value, please don’t rule yourself out—we’d really like to hear from you.About The RoleIn this role, you’ll help shape how we approach commercial strategy and procurement across consultancy and construction packages. This includes making sure routes to market, contract choices and risk allocation support the overall programme and deliver value for money.You’ll:Lead on commercial and procurement strategies, aligning them with programme goals and governanceProvide commercial input across the full project lifecycle from early market engagement through to deliverySupport approaches like two-stage tendering and early contractor involvement to drive better outcomesDraft, review and assure NEC and public sector contracts (including bespoke terms), making sure they are clear, consistent and fit for purposeAct as a trusted advisor to project teams, helping navigate complex commercial and contractual challengesEncourage a collaborative, fair and transparent approach balancing risk management with strong supplier relationships We don’t expect candidates to meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! To find out more about the role, take a look at the job description. Role location: Hybrid working (on average 2 days working out of our Mansfield office) Schedule:Application closing date: 1st June 2026Sifting date: 3rd June 2026Interviews: w/c 22nd June 2026(If you are unavailable on these interview dates, please make us aware and we will look at alternative dates)Security:Successful candidates must pass basic security checks and will be subject to UK Immigration requirements.About Mining Remediation AuthorityOur benefits:
A cutting-edge Pension Rates with an impressive employer contribution rate of approximately 28.97%.Experience our values-based recognition scheme that celebrates your contributions.Flexibility in working patterns, whether it's full-time, part-time, or compressed hours.Embrace flexible working arrangements tailored to your needs.Enjoy a generous holiday allowance of 27.5 days annually, plus the flexibility to add 6 extra days to that, alongside 8 public holidays.Benefit from a comprehensive parental leave policy with 26 weeks of full pay (subject to eligibility).Get support to further your professional qualifications and payment for one annual professional subscription.Access a free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme to support your well-being.Unlock exclusive employee discountsEnsure your well-being with an annual health check and receive £15 monthly towards well-being activities.Enjoy the convenience of on-site free parking, along with complimentary tea, coffee, and soft drinks at our Mansfield office.Working with us:We offer different ways to work flexibly, and the following types of flexibility are usually possible: job share, flexible hours, working from home for part of the week and compressed hours. Please feel free to talk about what flexibility means to you at your interview.With a genuine commitment to flexible working, we believe that work life balance is incredibly important.Who we are:Here at the Mining Remediation Authority, we really are a great team to work with. We’re united in our passion and commitment to make a better future for people and the environment in mining areas.We carry out a wide variety of essential services from responding to coal mining hazards, to keeping everyone and everything safe from mine water pollution.We are excited about what our future holds. Our work is helping to develop a new sustainable source of renewable energy for the UK. By harnessing the energy from mine water heat, we hope to play a key role towards helping the UK to meet net-zero emissions by 2050.We truly are a supportive organisation where we all live and breathe our values. We are inclusive, trusted and progressive in everything that we do.Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities, and we actively promote equality of opportunity throughout our recruitment process.As part of our commitment to inclusive recruitment, we offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the minimum selection criteria and identify as disabled or from a minority ethnic background, this aligns with our values.We recruit based on your skills, experience and potential not your ethnicity, background, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. To help ensure fairness, we anonymise applications by asking you to remove personally identifiable information before they are reviewed by hiring managers. This helps us reduce unconscious bias and focus solely on what matters, your ability to succeed in the role.If you’re successful in joining us, it’s because we believe in your ability to make a meaningful contribution. By continuing to improve the diversity of our organisation, we strengthen our collective knowledge, creativity, innovation and living our values of being trusted, inclusive, and progressive every day.If you require reasonable adjustments or an alternative format to apply, please contact us at Recruitment@MiningRemediation.gov.uk or call us on 01623 637000. We are happy to support you through the process. ....Read more...
