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Role: Account Manager – Existing Customers (Regional / Small Accounts) and New Business Location: Regional (East Midlands) / Field-based/ Hybrid Package: Up to £60,000 per annum + £5,000 car allowance + commission Role Overview As an Account Manager for our customer's Fire Division, you will be responsible for managing and developing relationships with an allocated portfolio of existing regional and small-sized customer accounts. The role is focused on retaining customers, protecting margin, and growing revenue through the sale and renewal of maintenance contracts, monitoring services, and small works. You will act as the primary point of contact for your accounts, ensuring consistent service delivery, high levels of customer satisfaction, and proactive engagement. To actively manage and develop the territory for profitable growth. Key Responsibilities: Account Ownership & Relationship Management • • Own and manage the day-to-day relationship with an assigned portfolio of existing clients., • • Act as the primary point of contact, ensuring responsive and professional communication., • • Build strong working relationships to support long-term retention and customer satisfaction., • • Reduce churn through proactive engagement and structured account management. Sales, Retention & Growth • • Sell and renew maintenance contracts, ensuring continued compliance and service continuity., • • Promote and secure monitoring services, system upgrades, additions, and small works opportunities., • • Identify growth opportunities within existing accounts and convert them into additional revenue streams., • • Protect divisional margin through accurate pricing, effective negotiation, and contract management. Service Coordination & Delivery • • Conduct regular account reviews to assess performance, service history, risk, and future requirements., • • Collaborate with operations, engineering, and customer service teams to ensure smooth service delivery., • • Provide timely responses to customer queries, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently and professionally. Performance Management & Reporting • • Maintain accurate CRM records, renewal dates, activity logs, pipelines, and forecasts., • • Monitor account performance against retention, revenue, and margin targets., • • Track competitor activity and customer feedback to support divisional strategy and continuous improvement. Essential Skills & Attributes • • Proven experience in account management, ideally within fire safety and life safety., • • Strong commercial focus with the ability to manage renewals, margins, and account profitability., • • Ability to identify and convert opportunities for maintenance, monitoring, upgrades, and small works., • • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across a wide range of customer types., • • Highly organised with strong follow-up discipline and attention to detail., • • Proactive approach to reducing churn and maintaining long-term client relationships., • • Comfortable managing a large portfolio of smaller accounts with varying needs., • • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to coordinate solutions across internal teams., • • Experience working with CRM systems and managing forecast information., • Fire Sprinkler experience is a mandatory skill set. Desirable • Experience working with FM providers, property managers, or multi-site customers., • Exposure to compliance-driven or regulated service environments., • Basic knowledge of LPC rules for Automatic Sprinkler installations inc BSEN 12845, NFPA and FM regulations, particularly within service and maintenance regimes and requirements.

Job Title: Laboratory Technician Location: Kettering Reports to: Plant Quality Laboratory Manager Salary: £31,626.90 (during probation), increasing to £32,076.24 post-probation Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract Working Hours: Thursday–Sunday (working on Saturday and Sunday is required as part of weekend cover), with flexibility for remaining days worked in the week i.e Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday. General Hours are 8:30 am - 4:30 pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break, total 37.5 hours per week. Role Overview: Interaction Recruitment is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our client’s quality-focused team. This is an exciting opportunity to play an important role in maintaining the safety and quality of products through routine testing. You will work closely with different teams to ensure products meet the highest standards before reaching customers. Key Responsibilities: Quality Control: Perform sampling and analysis (protein, pH, calcium, ATP, etc.) of raw materials, semi-finished, and finished products. Follow all quality and food safety procedures, including water and packaging inspections. Documentation & Reporting: Record results using SAP, Excel, and LIMS. Report non-conformities and assist with product releases. Calibration & Maintenance: Calibrate laboratory instruments and ensure the lab is well-maintained and organized. Sensorial & Microbiological Analysis: Pa...

Job Title: Laboratory Technician Location: Kettering Reports to: Plant Quality Laboratory Manager Salary: £31,626.90 (during probation), increasing to £32,076.24 post-probation Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract Working Hours: Thursday–Sunday (working on Saturday and Sunday is required as part of weekend cover), with flexibility for remaining days worked in the week i.e Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday. General Hours are 8:30 am - 4:30 pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break, total 37.5 hours per week. Interaction Recruitment is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our client's quality-focused team. This is an exciting opportunity to play an important role in maintaining the safety and quality of products through routine testing. You will work closely with different teams to ensure products meet the highest standards before reaching customers. *

Job Title: Coach Builder Location: Kettering Hourly Pay Rate: £13.00 - £16.00 per hour (depending on experience) Overtime Rate: 1.5x hourly rate Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week + overtime Shift Times: Flexible start and finish times Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Temp to Perm About the Role: We are currently recruiting for Skilled and Semi-Skilled Vehicle Body Builders to join a busy and growing commercial vehicle manufacturing team in Kettering. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure long-term, stable employment with potential for a permanent position following a successful temporary period. The ideal candidates will have previous experience in commercial vehicle bodybuilding, though we are also keen to hear from individuals with similar skill sets such as caravan building, boat building, or welding and fabrication backgrounds. Key Responsibilities: * Carry out body building and fitting on commercial vehicles * Work from technical drawings and specifications * Use hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment as required * Install panels, floors, bulkheads, doors, tail lifts, and other components * Ensure quality and safety standards are met * Collaborate with the team to meet production deadlines * Maintain a clean and safe working environment Requirements: * Previous experience in vehicle bodybuilding or a closely related industry * Ability to read and interpret drawings and specific...

HGV Technician We are recruiting for an experienced HGV Technician to work for our client who are in Kettering, Northamptonshire. This is a Short-Term Contract Only THE DUTIES: * Perform maintenance and repairs on Varied Fleet Vehicles. * Repairing and replacing faulty components. * Prepare and present HGVs for MOT inspections and periodic safety checks. * Complete job cards, inspection sheets, and order parts as needed. * Maintain a safe, clean, and organised workshop. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: * Previous experience on HGV’s. * NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (Certificate required) THE HOURS: This is a Short-Term Contract Only Days Required: 21st December – 24th December & 29th December – 31st December 6am – 6pm daily. THE PAY: You will earn an hourly rate between £25 - £30 per hour. If you’re interested in this position, please give Louise a call, details are below: Louise Bowles Recruitment Consultant (phone number removed)...

Our Client is looking for professional Estimator to join its established team. Provide estimating and product expertise on Rainwater, Skyline & Drainage brands. Ensure all enquiries are dealt with efficiently within an agreed timeframe, supported by a safety-focused and well-organised operation. Not sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements. Job Title: Estimator Location: Kettering Area Contract: Temp To Perm Salary: £13.50 P/Hr | (£28,000 Per Annum) Department: Commercial / Estimating About the Role This role is an opportunity to join a specialist team supporting brands in the building products sector: Rainwater, Skyline, and Drainage. You’ll be responsible for producing accurate, timely quotations and technical take-offs that help our customers deliver high‑quality projects across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. You’ll work closely with General Manager, Customer service, Supply Chain to ensure every enquiry is handled professionally and efficiently. Key Responsibilities • Responding to enquiries requesting pricing information for the Company's Rainwater, Harmer Drainage and Skyline product ranges., • Manage and complete daily allocated workflow of pricing enquiries, ensuring all priority levels are met accordingly within the relevant KPI., • Participate in administrative tasks involving, but not limited to: dealing with emails coming into the main Estimating inbox, prequalifying and booking on enquiries onto the internal database for actioning, keeping project records up to date., • Answering Estimating queries on the telephone regarding the company’s Rainwater, Drainage and Skyline products., • Liaise with the External Sales Team to agree quoted pricing levels, • Support the Internal & External Sales Teams with any departmental assistance they may require., • Communicate with colleagues to ensure that we are providing the best possible service levels., • Visiting customers with the ASM / Sales Manager, at their own premises or at site, to secure specification / order., • You may be required to assist other departments within the business., • Respond to emails from both internal and external sources., • Liaise with Supply Chain on stock and lead time issues., • Liaise with Technical and the RD&I departments to ensure any special project requirements are fulfilled. Assist Customer Services with any order queries. Skills & Experience • A knowledge of Construction product estimation in a business to business environment., • Sound commercial acumen and an ability to communicate with colleagues and customers to assist the closing of sales opportunities., • A high degree of professionalism and a good understanding of marketplace dynamics in relation to client, architect, specifier, contractor and merchant relationships is required, with the ability to communicate at each of these levels where necessary., • Ability to prioritise work according to demand and work alongside Area Sales Managers priorities to deliver customer service excellence., • Competent IT skills are critical, reporting and analysing ability is a key requirement of this role, a thorough understanding of gross margin and discount structures are pivotal. Project logging and reporting to line manager and other senior managers is required. Training of the company’s CRM system (Navision) will be given. A good attention to detail is essential within the role. Data Protection Notice Fox Resourcing & Recruitment will use the information provided in your application for recruitment, selection, HR management, and employment-related purposes in respect of successful candidates. Your personal information will be kept confidential and will not be disclosed to third parties without your consent, except where necessary to verify information provided, deliver employment-related services (such as payroll or benefits), or comply with legal obligations. We maintain appropriate procedures and technologies to ensure the security, integrity, and confidentiality of all personal data from collection through to deletion. We process your data under our legitimate business interests in providing recruitment services, or where you have given explicit consent. You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal data, and to restrict or object to its processing, in accordance with the UK GDPR. To exercise these rights, For more information on how we handle your data, please see our Privacy Policy. Candidate Declaration By submitting my application, I confirm that the information I have provided is true and complete. xrnqpay I consent to the use of my personal data as outlined above. I understand that providing false or misleading information may result in disqualification or dismissal

Kettering £14.50 per hour 12-Month Fixed Term Contract Monday to Friday | 8 hours per day (start between 8:00am–9:00am) Interaction Recruitment are currently supporting our client with the recruitment of a QFS Departmental Assistant to join their laboratory-based Quality & Food Safety (QFS) team at their Kettering manufacturing site. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a food manufacturing laboratory environment, supporting a dynamic Quality team in maintaining the highest standards of product safety, compliance and operational excellence. This is a primarily lab-based role, providing essential administrative and operational support within the Quality Laboratory and wider QFS department. Reporting to the Plant Quality Laboratory Manager (with a dotted line to the Quality Manager), you will play a key part in ensuring laboratory systems, consumables, supplier coordination and surveillance programmes run smoothly and efficiently. The position combines laboratory-based administration with occasional factory-floor activity, including sample coordination and ...

Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant - Kettering Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire Agency: Tradewind Recruitment Contract Type: Flexible / Ongoing Opportunities Salary: Competitive daily rates (depending on experience) Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support a number of our valued partner schools in Kettering. This rewarding role involves working closely with students who have a range of complex needs, including severe autism, physical disabilities, and additional learning needs. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting students to access education in a safe, supportive and engaging environment. This position is ideal for individuals who are patient, proactive, and passionate about helping young people achieve their full potential. You will work collaboratively with class teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff to deliver tailored support that meets the individual needs of each student. Key Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with complex SEN needs Assist students with personal care, ensuring dignity, safety and wellbeing at all times Support pupils with severe autism and physical disabilities, adapting approaches to meet individual needs Encourage engagement in lessons and support the development of communication and social skills Assist with mobility and physical support where req...

Section Engineer Location: Kettering Contract Type: Permanent Summary Join a family-owned business with a proud 155-year heritage of delivering iconic building and civil engineering projects across the UK. As a Section Engineer, you will be a senior member of the project team reporting to the Chief Engineer. Your primary responsibility will be to oversee the design, coordination, and leadership of multiple subcontractors across various trades, initially focusing on the building envelope before transitioning to fit-out packages. This role requires close collaboration with internal departments and external stakeholders including architects, engineers, subcontractors, and client agents. You will manage and review numerous work packages, including tender information produced by design teams, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and quality standards. You will be expected to promote a culture of safety leadership, maintain high standards of workmanship, and ensure timely delivery within budget. Experience in managing multi-million-pound construction projects and multiple engineering or trade packages is essential. Experience in healthcare projects and carrying out the Lift Supervisor role with an A62 card is advantageous. My client is committed to being an inclusive employer and encourages applications from under-represented groups in construction. We offer competitive rewards, flexible benefits, and opportunities for career progression as part of building Britain's future heritage. Skills • Main contractor construction experience, • Proven experience managing packages on multi-million-pound construction projects, • Ability to manage multiple engineering and/or trade packages simultaneously, • Experience in procurement of packages during the PSCA stage, • Strong leadership and team management skills, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management, • Knowledge of building envelope and fit-out works, • Understanding of contract documentation and tender processes, • Health and safety leadership and compliance, • Experience in healthcare projects (desirable), • Lift Supervisor role experience and A62 card (desirable), • Construction management software (e.g. FieldView, 4P, Dalux, Asta) – desirable, • SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) – required, • CSCS card – required, • First Aid at Work – required, • Lift Supervisor A62 certification – desirable JBRP1_UKTJ

Berrys At Berrys, we are all about land and property. Working from four offices across the Midlands, we offer an array of services - planning, architecture, building surveying, valuation and business consultancy - to help our clients make the most of their assets. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary development team made up of engineers, surveyors, archaeologists, planners and architects. You will be part of a business which is big enough for a varied range of work and opportunities. However, it is small enough to provide autonomy and a chance to really get to know everyone – expanding your skills and building new connections. A strategic requirement has arisen for a Building Surveying Lead in our Kettering office. The role will provide strategic leadership and expert guidance across complex property portfolios with both commercial and residential properties. This role involves shaping the long-term building surveying strategy, ensuring compliance with evolving regulations and advising senior stakeholders on investment decisions. The position requires a blend of technical expertise, commercial acumen and leadership skills to drive organisational objectives. The successful candidate will have a track record of growing teams, creating brand awareness and establishing strong networks and relationships. Role Profile Associate Building Surveyor - Operational Requirements: • Develop, implement and lead long-term building surveying initiatives., • Identify opportunities for sector growth., • Ensure organisational compliance with building regulations, health & safety and environmental standards., • Benchmark against industry best practices and drive continuous improvement., • Identify new opportunities, build networks and contribute to the Berrys’ growth strategy in Building Surveying., • Whilst the role will have a strategic focus, it is expected that candidates also deliver on their delivery obligations, working alongside the team to coordinate and provide expert advice to clients., • Offer support to other members of the team and help to grow and develop their knowledge and understanding., • Demonstrate a strong understanding of the financial requirements of our business and shape the way the team works to increase efficiency, productivity and profitability., • Introduce innovative surveying methodologies and digital tools (e.g., BIM, drones, data analytics)., • Strong experience in all manners of professional building surveying work including dilapidations, technical due diligence and acquisition surveys, schedules of condition, planned preventative maintenance schedules and party wall work., • Quickly gain a strong understanding of the business model, our various service offerings and critically how they work together to create a unique offer to our clients., • Utilise relationships and a track record of marketing, business development and brand awareness to demonstrably grow our Building Surveying offer across the Midlands., • Act as a trusted advisor to executives, boards and the wider business., • Excellent people management and team-building skills., • Commercial acumen with the ability to translate market trends into actionable strategies., • Strong knowledge of building regulations and legislation., • Proven experience in building surveying., • Impressive record for client care and relationship, • Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities, • Resilient under pressure and adaptable to change, • Qualified MRIC Associate Building Surveyor - Benefits: • The role sits within a friendly and supportive team with opportunities to develop., • We will offer an excellent salary for the right candidate reflective of your skills, qualifications and experience, • We will pay all the appropriate professional memberships and fund your attendance at relevant CPD events and time off for approved training, • We provide Private Healthcare scheme for all via BUPA, • We have an Employee Assistance Programme, including a health plan and annual flu jab, • We have an Agile Working Philosophy allowing for a mix of remote and office working, • We provide an entitlement of 35 days holiday per annum (pro rata to working hours) inclusive of bank holidays, • An additional day off to celebrate your Birthday, • We give an additional day of holiday for every 3 years of service, • There is potential for discretionary bonus, • We provide an enhanced workplace pension scheme operated through the National Employment Savings Trust (NEST), • Following successful probation period, access to employee loan and employee discount on Berrys services *Please note that we may close this role early, if sufficient applications are received, therefore it is recommended to apply early if you match the criteria.

Job Title: Highways Site Supervisor Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire Salary: £300 - £350 per day Duration: 3 Days - Wednesday 11th March - Friday 13th March Role Overview: Holiday Cover for a Highways Site Supervisor overseeing minor civils works. Key Requirements: CSCS, SSSTS/SMSTS and 3 Day First Aid Prior experience supervising highways civils works under National Highways Conditions A good communicator, able to deal with a range of people, tasks and obligations Well organised, self-starter, able to implement procedures and effectively manage all aspects of the worksResponsibilities: Monitor and produce good quality of work Supervising the Civils works Assisting the site manager with the day-to-day running of the site Ensuring that safety plans and method statements are adhered to onsite by all operatives and sub-contractors Checking that materials, plant, equipment and labour are on site to meet with contract and programme requirements Ensure there is a safe system of work in the place for all site activities and that safety equipment is provided at the correct time Contacts to Apply: Alex Hartley - Civils Resourcer - (phone number removed) Damian Aston - Regional Manager - (phone number removed)