The service department is vital to the success of our business. From right first-time fixes, to delivering excellent customer service, our Service Technicians/Mechanics play a pivotal role in delighting our customers and encouraging their continued loyalty.
Every day is different within the Service department. As a Service Technician/Mechanic apprentice, some of your duties will include:
Use of diagnostic equipment to identify vehicle faults
Testing of parts and systems to ensure correct working
Following checklists to ensure all critical parts of vehicles are examined
Carrying out bumper to bumper overview, service, and inspection
Maintenance of electronic systems including on- board entertainment systems
Completion of legible and accurate paperwork for the customers and centres records
Maintenance of a clean and tidy work environment
You will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of products including traditional, hybrid and electronic engines. From heritage vehicles to leading edge modern technology, our range will provide you with a varied technical training experience to build your skills as a Service Technician/Mechanic.
Desired skills & Experience:
Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate skills in logic and problem solving. You should be someone who pays attention to detail and is committed to completing this apprenticeship programme. We are looking for people who have some experience in the motor industry either with formal training at Level 1 or having worked at or within a similar organisation. You should be passionate about our industry and our brand. Some of the personal skills that you should think about showing us in your application are:
Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
Teamwork
Strong communication
Customer service
Interest in vehicle engineering
We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team and embark on a long-term career, with excellent earning and progression opportunities once you complete your apprenticeship.
A Level 1 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair is desirable. Training:Autocare Technician Level 2.Training Outcome:Once your apprenticeship is complete, you will continue your learning journey, and you will have the opportunity drive your career forward. Some of our apprentices have gone on to become team leaders and managers within the retail network. Employer Description:The latest information on the Apprentice National Minimum Wage can be found at https://www.gov.uk/become-apprentice/pay-and-conditions
As part of our commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, all applications are automatically anonymised by our recruitment system. This is with the aim of realising our ambition to have a workforce that is reflective of the community we serve and eliminating unconscious bias, allowing employees to be appointed based on their talent, skills, and experiences regardless of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.
English and Maths guidance from the government changed on 11/02/25. This employer wishes to support upskilling in both English and Maths by exception and as such the entry grade criteria as advertised still applies.
The closing date for this vacancy is 31st October 2025 and interviews and work trials are expected to be held on 7th November. We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. We therefore advise candidates to submit their applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
Please do not contact the retailer directly. Inspiro Learning carry out the full recruitment service for this employer. Due to the high number of applications, we cannot provide a timescale on when you are likely to receive a response. As most of our roles are recruited for on an ongoing basis, we will contact you if you are successful at progressing to the next step. It is not possible for us to contact every applicant individually. If you have not heard back on a specific vacancy but find another opportunity that is of interest to you, we welcome an additional application.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 17:30.
Possibility of Saturday workings and/or shifts.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
The Parts Department is at the heart of our operations. Our Parts Advisors are responsible for the stock control of a wide range of vehicle parts and accessories. This includes the ordering, selling and managing of stock to ensure that we meet the needs of our trade counter customers and to guarantee that our workshop team have the parts and accessories that they need to complete their daily tasks. Your duties will vary from day to day and could include:
Providing advice to customers who are having problems with their vehicles.
Taking sales orders from customers both face-to-face and over the phone.
Stock control for vehicle parts and accessories.
Maintaining an ordered stock room.
Raising invoices for parts sold.
Liaison with internal teams to ensure the correct stock is placed at the right time.
Our ideal candidate will be methodical in their way of working and be able to demonstrate precise attention to detail. As a central point of contact for both our internal and external customers, you will need to have excellent communication skills. You should also be IT literate (although full training will be provided).
We are looking for people who are passionate about our industry and our brand. Some of the personal skills that you should think about showing us in your application are:
Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
Teamwork
Strong communication
Customer service
We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team and embark on a long-term career, with excellent earnings and progression opportunities once you complete your apprenticeship. Training:Training will be delivered using a combination of virtual classroom remote learning and face-to-face block release weeks at our state-of-the-art training centre. Our expert trainers will guide you through the training programme using a combination of e-learning, classroom learning and practical application. In the workplace, your personal, dedicated mentor will support your continued learning as you apply the skills and knowledge you have gained through the remote sessions and at the Volkswagen Group National Learning Centre. This is a fully rounded training experience where you will build life skills that last and gain both apprenticeship qualifications and brand certifications. On successful completion of the one-year programme, you will receive the following:
Level 2 Customer Service Practitioner Standard
Brand-specific certifications
Training Outcome:Volkswagen Group (VWG) is one of the UK’s largest car retailers encompassing premium brands such as Audi, Bentley, SEAT, ŠKODA, Volkswagen, TPS, Volkswagen Group Paint and Body and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. This network of retailers spans the UK, providing a wide range of career opportunities. Once your apprenticeship is complete, you will continue your learning journey and you will have the opportunity to drive your career forward. Once qualified, the earning potential for a Parts Assistant is in excess of £20,000, so it is worth considering the future opportunities beyond the apprenticeship. Some of our apprentices have gone on to become team leaders and managers within the retail network, or even joined our team at Head Office in Milton KeynesEmployer Description:Throughout Volkswagen we have a rigorous commitment to quality and excellence. Our products are highly acclaimed, our processes for distribution and support services are world class and we have some of the most technologically advanced resources in any industry.
The Volkswagen Apprenticeship Programme is designed to train and develop apprentices to keep pace with advancing technology and high levels of customer service. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to receive formal qualifications through extensive product training whilst in full-time employment at one of our retailers.Working Hours :Monday – Friday. 0830 – 1730.
Possibility of Saturday workings and / or shifts.
Working week will be confirmed on application.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working....Read more...
The Service department is vital to the success of our business. From right first-time fixes, to delivering excellent customer service, our Service Technicians/Mechanics play a pivotal role in delighting our customers and encouraging their continued loyalty.
Every day is different within the Service department. As a Service Technician/Mechanic apprentice, some of your duties will include:
Use of diagnostic equipment to identify vehicle faults
Testing of parts and systems to ensure correct working
Following checklists to ensure all critical parts of vehicles are examined
Carrying out bumper to bumper overview, service, and inspection
Maintenance of electronic systems including on- board entertainment systems
Undertaking repair and maintenance of vehicle parts including clutches, gearboxes, tyres, brakes, and suspension
Completion of legible and accurate paperwork for the customers and centres records
Maintenance of a clean and tidy work environment
You will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of products including traditional, hybrid and electronic engines. From heritage vehicles to leading edge modern technology, our range will provide you with a varied technical training experience to build your skills as a Service Technician/Mechanic.
Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate skills in logic and problem solving. You should be someone who pays attention to detail and is committed to completing this three-year training programme. We are looking for people who are passionate about our industry and our brand. Some of the personal skills that you should think about showing us in your application are:
Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
Teamwork
Strong communication
Customer service
Interest in vehicle engineering
We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team and embark on a long-term career, with excellent earning and progression opportunities once you complete your apprenticeship. Training:Training will be delivered using a combination of virtual classroom remote learning and face-to-face block release weeks at our state-of-the-art training centre.
Our expert trainers will guide you through the training programme using a combination of e-learning, classroom learning and practical application.
In the workplace, your personal, dedicated mentor will support your continued learning as you apply the skills and knowledge you have gained through the remote sessions and at the Volkswagen Group National Learning Centre.
This is a fully rounded training experience where you will build life skills that last and gain both apprenticeship qualifications and brand certifications. As an apprentice, you will also have the opportunity to attend Outward Bound, a personal development week which supports with developing resilience, confidence, and teamwork skills. On successful completion of the three-year programme, you will receive the following:
Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard in Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle)
Certificate in Automotive Refrigerant Handling
Brand specific certifications
Training Outcome:Volkswagen Group (VWG) is one of the UK’s largest car retailers encompassing premium brands such as Audi, Bentley, SEAT, ŠKODA, Volkswagen, TPS, Volkswagen Group Paint and Body and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. This network of retailers spans the UK, providing a wide range of career opportunities.
Once your apprenticeship is complete, you will continue your learning journey, and you will have the opportunity drive your career forward. Some of our apprentices have gone on to become team leaders and managers within the retail network or even joined our team at Head Office in Milton Keynes. Employer Description:ŠKODA is driven by something different. What are you driven by? We are looking for ambitious, dynamic, and enthusiastic people to join our apprenticeship programme. If you are customer focused, forward thinking and want to learn, then we can give you the life and technical skills you need to be part of our team.Working Hours :Monday - Friday. 08:30 - 17:30.
Possibility of Saturday workings and/or shifts.
Working week will be confirmed on application.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working....Read more...
The Parts Department is at the heart of our operations. Our Parts Advisors are responsible for the stock control of a wide range of vehicle parts and accessories. This includes the ordering, selling and managing of stock to ensure that we meet the needs of our trade counter customers and to guarantee that our workshop team have the parts and accessories that they need to complete their daily tasks. Your duties will vary from day to day and could include:
Providing advice to customers who are having problems with their vehicles.
Taking sales orders from customers both face-to-face and over the phone.
Stock control for vehicle parts and accessories.
Maintaining an ordered stock room.
Raising invoices for parts sold.
Liaison with internal teams to ensure the correct stock is placed at the right time.
Our ideal candidate will be methodical in their way of working and be able to demonstrate precise attention to detail. As a central point of contact for both our internal and external customers, you will need to have excellent communication skills. You should also be IT literate (although full training will be provided).
We are looking for people who are passionate about our industry and our brand. Some of the personal skills that you should think about showing us in your application are:
Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
Teamwork
Strong communication
Customer service
We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team and embark on a long-term career, with excellent earnings and progression opportunities once you complete your apprenticeship. Training:Training will be delivered using a combination of virtual classroom remote learning and face-to-face block release weeks at our state-of-the-art training centre. Our expert trainers will guide you through the training programme using a combination of e-learning, classroom learning and practical application. In the workplace, your personal, dedicated mentor will support your continued learning as you apply the skills and knowledge you have gained through the remote sessions and at the Volkswagen Group National Learning Centre. This is a fully rounded training experience where you will build life skills that last and gain both apprenticeship qualifications and brand certifications. On successful completion of the one-year programme, you will receive the following:
Level 2 Customer Service Practitioner Standard
Brand-specific certifications
Training Outcome:Volkswagen Group (VWG) is one of the UK’s largest car retailers encompassing premium brands such as Audi, Bentley, SEAT, ŠKODA, Volkswagen, TPS, Volkswagen Group Paint and Body and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. This network of retailers spans the UK, providing a wide range of career opportunities. opportunities. Once your apprenticeship is complete, you will continue your learning journey, and you will have the opportunity to drive your career forward. Once qualified, the earning potential for a Parts Assistant is in excess of £20,000, so it is worth considering the future opportunities beyond the apprenticeship. Some of our apprentices have gone on to become team leaders and managers within the retail network, or even joined our team at Head Office in Milton Keynes Employer Description:Throughout Volkswagen we have a rigorous commitment to quality and excellence. Our products are highly acclaimed, our processes for distribution and support services are world class and we have some of the most technologically advanced resources in any industry.
The Volkswagen Apprenticeship Programme is designed to train and develop apprentices to keep pace with advancing technology and high levels of customer service. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to receive formal qualifications through extensive product training whilst in full-time employment at one of our retailers.Working Hours :Monday – Friday. 0830 – 1730.
Possibility of Saturday workings and / or shifts.
Working week will be confirmed on application.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working....Read more...
The Volvo apprenticeship programme is geared toward training the right candidate to become a qualified Parts Advisor. But what does a Parts Advisor do? Parts Advisors are responsible for ordering, selling, and managing stock control on a wide range of vehicle parts and accessories. Duties may vary from employer to employer but will typically include:
Advising customers on how to solve a problem with their vehicle
Taking orders from customers both face to face and over the phone
Maintaining an ordered stock room and finding parts from stock
Raising invoices for parts sold
Liaising with other members of staff
Working alongside on-site Service Technicians to ensure they have the parts needed to complete their daily work
We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team and embark on a long term career, with excellent earning and progression opportunities once you complete your apprenticeship. Customers may include members of the public, service departments of retailers, and garages. Please note, the Parts Advisor role varies slightly by employer based upon the specific needs within the location. As a central point of contact for both of our internal and external customers you will need to have excellent communication skills. You should be IT literate (although full training will be provided) and be able to demonstrate attention to detail in the way you work. Application numbers for the Volvo apprenticeship programme are high so we're looking for you to demonstrate why you stand out from the crowd. We're not looking for the finished article; rather we want to identify those people that are ambitious and demonstrate a willingness to learn, who are excited by the prospect of working with our fantastic, technologically advanced vehicles and really engage in the recruitment process.
Key personal skills to demonstrate include:
A willingness to learn
Teamwork
Quality focus
Personal responsibility and resilience
Problem solving
Training:
Training will be delivered using a combination of virtual classroom remote learning and face-to-face block release weeks at our state-of-the-art training centre in Daventry
Using a combination of classroom-based training, e-learning, practical training, and application of learning, you will be guided by your trainers and personal mentor along the road to success
This apprenticeship combines off-the-job training with on-the-job learning, and you will be supported every step of the way.
On successful completion of the 17-month programme, you will receive the following:
Level 2 Retailer Standard
Volvo branded certifications as appropriate
Training Outcome:
Once your apprenticeship is complete, you will continue your learning journey and you will have the opportunity drive your career forward
Some of our apprentices have gone on to become team leaders and managers within the retail network
Employer Description:Everything we do starts with people. Our purpose is to provide freedom to move, in a personal, sustainable and safe way. We are committed to simplifying our customers’ lives by offering better technology solutions that improve their impact on the world and bringing the most advanced mobility innovations to protect them, their loved ones and the people around them.
Volvo Cars’ continued success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. The people of Volvo Cars are committed to making a difference in our world. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with over 40,000 employees across the globe. We believe in bringing out the best in each other and harnessing the true power of people. At Volvo Cars your career is designed around your talents and aspirations so you can reach your full potential.Working Hours :Monday- Friday
8.30am- 5.30pm
Possibility of Saturday workings and/ or shifts.
Working week will be confirmed on application.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
The comprehensive programme provides you with an exciting and challenging opportunity to achieve formal qualifications through extensive training, while in full-time employment.
A Multi-Skilled Vehicle Accident Repair Technician repairs all elements of a vehicle after it has sustained some type of collision damage. This will involve learning the skills required to take an accident-damaged vehicle through various stages of repair to the pre-accident condition.
These fall into three main areas of skills training:
MET-Mechanical, Electrical & Trim. Candidates will learn to remove and refit processes of all main vehicle systems, including air conditioning, vehicle alignment and Hybrid & Electric vehicle systems
Panel-repair. Candidates will learn to repair bodywork by replacing panels, filling defects and carrying out techniques such as welding, bond and riveting and correcting misalignment
Paint-surface repair. Candidates will learn how to prepare surfaces and carry out paint refinishing through the following techniques; sealing, masking, priming, application of base coat & lacquer, repairing defects and polishing
Duties will include:
Accurately and skilfully undertake all aspects of the motor vehicle body repair
Detect and diagnose any additional faults for further repair
Working under direct supervision at all times to achieve full competence and qualification
Ensure all work is completed safely and complies with manufacturer and British Standard industry guidelines
Any other ad hoc duties and when required
In addition to this, you will also gain IMI qualifications in air conditioning, electric vehicle (EV) systems, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), and welding
Training:
The programme for the Multi-Skill Accident Repair Apprenticeship level 3 incorporates underpinning knowledge delivered in partnership and managed by EMTEC College based in Nottingham. You will be required to travel to Nottingham for 7 separate weeks across each year. Travel and accommodation costs will be covered by Halo
Apprentices will be required to have or achieve level 2 in English and maths prior to completion of their apprenticeship
Regular review and welfare visits from appointed assessors who will observe all evidence opportunities that occur naturally in the workplace
Training Outcome:Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, the role holder will progress to full-time employment with the company.Employer Description:Halo is extremely well known within the insurance industry for having extraordinarily high performing people and since we are a people thinking business, we know that it’s our teams and centres that provide extraordinary results. Therefore, you can expect an excellent package and environment.
• Accredited Living Wage Employer
• Employee assistance programme for you and your family
• Health and wellbeing apps
• Cycle scheme
• Gym discounts
• Retail and restaurant discount and cashback
• Life Insurance
• Health Insurance
• virtualGP
• Enhanced family friendly pay such as maternity and paternity
• Free fruit and pizza
• Refer a friend bonus incentive
• Employee recognition rewards
• Team Event Budget (do something fun together!)
• Discounted LV insurance
• Get appreciated for your time with paid breaks
• 25 days holiday plus public holidays
• We invest in YOU with opportunities for career progression
• Pension contributions
• Work within a modern and clean working environment
• And we are always open to hearing what our people want!
We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. Throughout the recruitment process we want all candidates to be at their best. We are an inclusive workplace, where staff respect one another, feel valued for their differences and can be themselves.
We are creating the next generation of repair centres, driven by a passion for service, quality, and customer focus, and we want you to be a part of it!
Our Values
Be Proud – take pride in your work and celebrate your successes, big or small.
Keep It Simple – simple solutions are harder to find than complex ones, but consistency and simplicity matter most
Do the Right Thing – if it feels right in your heart, do it. If it doesn’t, then don’t.
And most importantly, always be extraordinary.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm and 1 in 2 Saturdays, 8.00am - 12.00pm depending on business needs.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
Duct Cleaning OperativeReports To: Compliance SupervisorLocation: Southend and surrounding areas (within 30 minute radius) Salary: £23,869 - £25,73437.5 hours per week/ 10 hour shifts (nights)Our client has been a market leader in the compliance industry for over 40 years; this Duct Cleaning Operative role, is a great opportunity to join an experienced and passionate team. As Duct Cleaning experts, the company provides services and training in all aspects of ventilation and grease hygiene including TR19 Grease Compliance Cleaning to the public sector, utility companies, industrial, commercial, and retail clients. They established with rigorous growth plans; we are looking for talented employees who are willing to learn, and want to join our knowledgeable team.ResponsibilitiesTo ensure that all Environmental Hygiene Cleaning Contracts assigned are completed on time; to the required standard and specification, and to the satisfaction of the customer.The main areas of work being:
General Ventilation CleaningWater Tank Cleaning, Coating & RefurbishmentKitchen Extract Fire Safety Cleaning
Key Performance Indicators
Attendance – 100% attendance to all jobs is expected.There are to be no aborted calls, other than those outside of their influence.To work safely: No RIDDOR incidents.No vehicle accidents, if the Compliance Technician is the designated driver for the team.
Job Specific Functions
To ensure that work is carried out with due regard to customers’, Statutory and company Health and Safety (H&S) Regulations, both on site and at the depot, by being aware of H&S procedures (particularly in relation to chemical storage - where applicable), wearing the correct protective clothing, ensuring that ‘good housekeeping’ is maintained within the area of operation and following the requirements laid down under the above Acts, Regulations and Procedures.To ensure that the work is carried out according to the required standard/specification, in accordance with training received and skills acquired.To represent the Company on site and promote a ‘professional’ image at all times.In conjunction with the Compliance Supervisor, assist in ‘on the job’ training of new operatives and temporary labour (where used).
The Compliance Supervisor is available on a daily basis for urgent problems, to discuss ‘on site’ situations, advise progress, and set daily priorities.To ensure that all general individual and team specialised equipment boxes are maintained in a serviceable condition. Ensuring that where equipment is unserviceable, due to ‘fair wear and tear’ it is replaced, and where deficiencies occur, or damage to equipment occurs through individual or team negligence/carelessness, the matter is reported to the Compliance Supervisor for investigation, and further action, if deemed necessary.To act in accordance with the Company Code of Conduct (Ref: POL037) at all times when engaged on Company duties, in any capacity and at any location.
Resources Requirements
On the job Training as required – internal and external training given as standard.Health and Safety Training as requiredBESA Grease Hygiene Technician Training
Quality & Environmental Responsibilities
Ensure that company processes and procedures are followed and that customers (internal and external) receive a quality service.To familiarise yourself and comply with all relevant sections of the Companies Environmental Policy
Health & Safety Responsibilities
To familiarise yourself and comply with all relevant section of the Company Health and Safety Policy
ProfileThe Duct Cleaning Operative will be comfortable working with the company values of Honesty, Ownership and Respect and personally demonstrate this ethos day to day with colleagues and customers alike.An understanding of the tasks required to be completed, and willingness to complete the work assigned to a high standard.Attention to detail so as to ensure that the site is left in a safe, clean and secure manner. INDHS Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.....Read more...
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Building Surveyor to join a growing consultancy working across a diverse portfolio of projects in the North of England. This is a great chance to join a forward-thinking business that rewards performance and provides genuine opportunities for progression.
The Role
As a Senior Building Surveyor, you’ll take responsibility for delivering a range of professional and project services, ensuring clients receive expert advice and exceptional delivery standards.Your key duties will include:
Preparing detailed building survey reports for a variety of property types
Advising clients on dilapidations and preparing reasoned recommendations
Inspecting and compiling schedules of condition
Acting as Contract Administrator to ensure smooth project delivery
Developing scheme designs, cost plans, programmes, and specifications of work
Managing tender documentation and supporting procurement decisions
Undertaking party wall inspections and negotiations
Supporting tenant handovers and overseeing new-build developments
Providing clear and consistent reporting to clients
Attending site inspections and surveys across the UK as required
About You
To succeed in this role, you’ll need:
A relevant degree (Building Surveying or similar) and experience within the construction or property industry
Alternatively, membership of CIOB or equivalent professional experience will be considered
Excellent communication and organisational skills
A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a drive for quality and efficiency
Desirable:
MRICS status (or working towards chartership)
Experience across retail, commercial, or leisure sectors
Knowledge of Contract Administration, Building Surveys, CDM, Schedules of Condition, Dilapidations, and Party Walls
iMaPS, NEBOSH, or other PD/CDM qualifications
Leadership or people management experience
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital data collection tools
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package
Clear routes for career progression within an expanding business
A supportive culture focused on personal development, wellbeing, and community involvement....Read more...
Job Title: Purchasing Director - Food industry Location: Madrid, spain Salary: €negotiableAn international food business is seeking a Purchasing Director to lead and optimize its procurement function. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing purchasing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the efficient and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services across a diverse, global operation.Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with business objectives and support sustainable growth
Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure optimal terms, quality, and delivery for goods and services.
Oversee supplier performance, ensuring compliance with contracts, service level agreements, and company standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast demand, manage inventory levels, and support new product launches
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement team
Ensure adherence to purchasing policies, procedures, and ethical standards throughout the organization
Prepare and present regular reports on purchasing activity, cost savings, and supplier performance to senior management
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function, including process optimization and risk mitigation
Support budget planning and cost control efforts in line with organizational goals
Monitor market trends to identify new sourcing opportunities and potential risks
Requirements:
Proven track record in a senior purchasing or procurement leadership role, ideally within a multi-site or international food, retail, or FMCG environment
Strong negotiation, analytical, and relationship management skills
Experience developing and implementing procurement strategies and leading cross-functional teams
Excellent communication and organizational abilities, with attention to detail and a results-driven mindset
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Proficiency with procurement systems and reporting tools; experience with sustainability and ethical sourcing practices is an advantage
Adaptable, collaborative, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
Job Title: Purchasing Director - Food industryLocation: Madrid, spainSalary: €negotiableIf you would like to have more information about the role, please apply or send your cv to maria@corecruitment.comGet social……. http://www.corecruitment.com/ https://www.facebook.com/COREcruitmentDOTcom/ Tweet us @COREcruitment....Read more...
The Service department is vital to the success of our business. From right first-time fixes, to delivering excellent customer service, our Service Technicians/Mechanics play a pivotal role in delighting our customers and encouraging their continued loyalty.
Every day is different within the Service department. As a Service Technician/Mechanic apprentice, some of your duties will include:
Use of diagnostic equipment to identify vehicle faults
Testing of parts and systems to ensure correct working
Following checklists to ensure all critical parts of vehicles are examined
Carrying out bumper to bumper overview, service, and inspection
Maintenance of electronic systems including on- board entertainment systems
Undertaking repair and maintenance of vehicle parts including clutches, gearboxes, tyres, brakes, and suspension
Completion of legible and accurate paperwork for the customers and centres records
Maintenance of a clean and tidy work environment
You will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of products including traditional, hybrid and electronic engines. From heritage vehicles to leading edge modern technology, our range will provide you with a varied technical training experience to build your skills as a Service Technician/Mechanic.
Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate skills in logic and problem solving. You should be someone who pays attention to detail and is committed to completing this three year training programme. We are looking for people who are passionate about our industry and our brand. Some of the personal skills that you should think about showing us in your application are:
Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
Teamwork
Strong communication
Customer Service
Interest in vehicle engineering
We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team and embark on a long term career, with excellent earning and progression opportunities once you complete your apprenticeship. Training:Training will be delivered using a combination of virtual classroom remote learning and face-to-face block release weeks at our state-of-the-art training centre.
Our expert trainers will guide you through the training programme using a combination of e-learning, classroom learning and practical application.
In the workplace, your personal, dedicated mentor will support your continued learning as you apply the skills and knowledge you have gained through the remote sessions and at the Volkswagen Group National Learning Centre.
This is a fully rounded training experience where you will build life skills that last and gain both apprenticeship qualifications and brand certifications. As an apprentice, you will also have the opportunity to attend Outward Bound, a personal development week which supports with developing resilience, confidence, and teamwork skills.
On successful completion of the three year programme, you will receive the following:
Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard in Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle)
Certificate in Automotive Refrigerant Handling
Brand specific certifications
Training Outcome:Volkswagen Group (VWG) is one of the UK’s largest car retailers encompassing premium brands such as Audi, Bentley, SEAT, ŠKODA, Volkswagen, TPS, Volkswagen Group Paint and Body and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. This network of retailers spans the UK, providing a wide range of career opportunities.
Once your apprenticeship is complete, you will continue your learning journey and you will have the opportunity drive your career forward. Some of our apprentices have gone on to become team leaders and managers within the retail network or even joined our team at Head Office in Milton Keynes. Employer Description:Throughout Volkswagen we have a rigorous commitment to quality and excellence. Our products are highly acclaimed, our processes for distribution and support services are world class and we have some of the most technologically advanced resources in any industry.
The Volkswagen Apprenticeship Programme is designed to train and develop apprentices to keep pace with advancing technology and high levels of customer service. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to receive formal qualifications through extensive product training whilst in full-time employment at one of our retailers.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 08.30 - 17.30.
Possibility of Saturday workings and / or shifts.
Working week will be confirmed on application.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working....Read more...
The Service department is vital to the success of our business. From right first-time fixes, to delivering excellent customer service, our Service Technicians/Mechanics play a pivotal role in delighting our customers and encouraging their continued loyalty.
Every day is different within the Service department. As a Service Technician/Mechanic apprentice, some of your duties will include:
Use of diagnostic equipment to identify vehicle faults.
Testing of parts and systems to ensure correct working.
Following checklists to ensure all critical parts of vehicles are examined.
Carrying out bumper to bumper overview, service, and inspection.
Maintenance of electronic systems including on- board entertainment systems.
Undertaking repair and maintenance of vehicle parts including clutches, gearboxes, tyres, brakes, and suspension.
Completion of legible and accurate paperwork for the customers and centres records.
Maintenance of a clean and tidy work environment.
You will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of products including traditional, hybrid and electronic engines. From heritage vehicles to leading edge modern technology, our range will provide you with a varied technical training experience to build your skills as a Service Technician/Mechanic.
Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate skills in logic and problem solving. You should be someone who pays attention to detail and is committed to completing this three year training programme.
We are looking for people who are passionate about our industry and our brand. Some of the personal skills that you should think about showing us in your application are:
Enthusiasm and willingness to learn.
Teamwork.
Strong communication.
Customer Service.
Interest in vehicle engineering.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team and embark on a long-term career, with excellent earning and progression opportunities once you complete your apprenticeship.Training:Training will be delivered using a combination of virtual classroom remote learning and face-to-face block release weeks at our state-of-the-art training centre.
Our expert trainers will guide you through the training programme using a combination of e-learning, classroom learning and practical application.
In the workplace, your personal, dedicated mentor will support your continued learning as you apply the skills and knowledge you have gained through the remote sessions and at the Volkswagen Group National Learning Centre.
This is a fully rounded training experience where you will build life skills that last and gain both apprenticeship qualifications and brand certifications. As an apprentice, you will also have the opportunity to attend Outward Bound, a personal development week which supports you with developing resilience, confidence, and teamwork skills.
On successful completion of the three-year programme, you will receive the following:
Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard in Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle).
Certificate in Automotive Refrigerant Handling .
Brand specific certifications.
Training Outcome:Volkswagen Group (VWG) is one of the UK’s largest car retailers encompassing premium brands such as Audi, Bentley, SEAT, ŠKODA, Volkswagen, TPS, Volkswagen Group Paint and Body and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. This network of retailers spans the UK, providing a wide range of career opportunities.
Once your apprenticeship is complete, you will continue your learning journey, and you will have the opportunity to drive your career forward. Some of our apprentices have gone on to become team leaders and managers within the retail network or even joined our team at Head Office in Milton Keynes.Employer Description:Throughout Volkswagen we have a rigorous commitment to quality and excellence. Our products are highly acclaimed, our processes for distribution and support services are world class and we have some of the most technologically advanced resources in any industry.
The Volkswagen Apprenticeship Programme is designed to train and develop apprentices to keep pace with advancing technology and high levels of customer service. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to receive formal qualifications through extensive product training whilst in full-time employment at one of our retailers.Working Hours :Monday – Friday. Between 0830 – 1730.
Possibility of Saturday workings and / or shifts.
Working week will be confirmed on application.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
This is a fantastic and unique opportunity to embark on a journey towards a great career.
Starting as an Optical Assistant apprentice with future opportunities for career progression, you will be supported with loads of great, fun, and interactive training. You will use these exciting new skills in your day-to-day job, where you will gain customer service skills, knowledge in optical support, and develop behaviour suitable for working in an optical practice.
Those with a flair for fashion will love the new frames coming in, and if it's your forte, you may even get involved in meeting frame reps and helping choose the new ranges.
If you are more technical, you will get to learn lots of information about lenses and measurements, then transform that information into jargon-free, easy-to-understand, customer-friendly language.
It's all about teamwork in an optician's practice. There are many roles, but you support each other to ensure your customers get the best experience possible. Optical assistants are a very important part of any optical practice and crucial to the customer journey. Individuals with a real passion for both healthcare and retail thrive in this role, as it?s perfect for those who love to make a real difference in other people's lives.
The duties within this role include:
Greeting customers in a professional and friendly manner as they enter the practice
Interpreting and understanding a clinically issued prescription, its effects on the eye, and the customer's vision
Helping customer's select spectacle frame(s) that are suitable in terms of comfort, looks good and fits lifestyle requirements
Be able to explain the features and benefits of particular frames, using non-technical customer friendly language
Measuring the frames and ensure they are a suitable size for a customer and can accommodate their lenses
Adjusting customers spectacle frames using the correct tools to ensure stability and comfort
Basic frame repairs
Have a good knowledge of Ophthalmic lenses, tints and coatings to be able to meet visual / lifestyle requirements
Ordering prescription glasses and contact lenses in for the customer
Correct completion of NHS paperwork and written records in-line with company procedures
Making follow up appointments for customers
Use a focimeter to find the prescription from spectacles
Communicate contact lenses suitability, features and benefits
Carrying out pre-screening tests such as retinal imaging and pressure and visual field testing
Explaining offers and products to customers
Taking payments from customers
Being able to problem solve with basic optical concerns
Understanding business KPI's and how they affect the practices profitability
Training:
Optical Assistant 2022 Level 3 (A level) Apprenticeship Standard
Online learning - one day per week
Training Outcome:The successful candidate will work towards achieving a Level 3 qualification in optical and gain experience in a busy optical practice.
Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified optical assistant, and as such, you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part time working are often possible.
You could go on to acquire higher level optical qualifications such as:
Ophthalmic Dispensing- Become a qualified Dispensing Optician.
Contact lens Optician - fit Contact lenses
Low vision specialist - help people where traditional spectacles will not suffice. Supply low vision aids, magnifiers, advice on improving contrast and on other non-Optical aids such as bump-ons
Optometry courses - carry out full eye examinations and issue prescriptions
Clinical representative- visiting practices introducing new frame ranges and Ophthalmic lenses
In-practice trainer - You could use your knowledge to train others
Other non-clinical roles:
Practice Management - you could complete a management course
Practice ownership - you could go into business yourself, partnership or franchise
Employer Description:Eye Contact Opticians is a two minute walk from Liverpool Street Station and Moorgate Station in the beautiful Finsbury Circus.We are an independent optician with over 30 years experience of treating patients in the City of London. We provide an excellent standard of clinical care and always recommend what is in your best interests.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:30Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
People Business Partner
North London/Hybrid Working
Permanent | Full-time (37.5 hours/week)
Salary: £43,745 – £51,875 per year
Are you an experienced HR professional looking for a meaningful opportunity to make a real impact? We are seeking a People Business Partner to join a forward-thinking non-profit organisation in North London. This is a hybrid role with cross-site working, offering the chance to partner with senior leaders and support an organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional services to the community.
About the Role: As a People Business Partner, you will work closely with a portfolio of senior and middle managers, helping to translate organisational people plans into reality. You’ll design, implement, and evaluate HR initiatives that support strategic goals and foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture. You will play a key role in building an employer brand recognised for excellence, supporting the organisation to move from ‘good’ to ‘great’.
Key Responsibilities:
Partner with senior leaders to deliver organisational change and people-focused strategies.
Advise on complex employee relations, HR policies, and employment law.
Design and implement people initiatives that enhance engagement, performance, and retention.
Support leadership in creating a diverse, inclusive, and representative workforce.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR processes and practices.
About You:
Fully qualified CIPD member, or equivalent HR experience.
Extensive experience in ER, including managing complex caseloads.
Proven experience supporting senior managers and implementing strategic HR projects.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
Motivated, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement with a “can-do” attitude.
Benefits:
Competitive salary and generous annual leave
Hybrid working and flexible arrangements
Employer pension contributions
Health and wellbeing support, including Health Cash Plan & Employee Assistance Programme
Life assurance, family-friendly policies, and travel incentives
Access to professional development and training opportunities
Supportive and collaborative work environment with social events and discounts
Why Apply: This is a unique opportunity to work for a values-driven organisation that places people at the heart of everything it does. You will play a pivotal role in shaping a positive and inclusive culture while supporting the organisation to achieve its mission.
By applying for this role, you are consenting for C2 Recruitment to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations.
To view other great vacancies at C2 Recruitment, please visit our website or call us for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities in:
Buying & Merchandising and Ecommerce | Charity & Non Profit | Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production | Finance | HR & Talent | H&S & Compliance | Hospitality, Catering & Leisure | Marketing, Digital & Technology | Office & Administration | Property & Centre Management | Retail, Trade and Luxury Operations | Senior Appointments & Executive | Sales & FMCG | Supply Chain & Logistics & Warehouse | Manufacturing & Engineering
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