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Axis Europe, part of Axis CLC, is a trusted property services specialist with 55+ years’ experience, employing over 1,500 people and supporting 250+ clients across the UK. We deliver repairs, planned maintenance, refurbishment, compliance and fire safety, combining local, responsive teams with the scale and stability of a national group. This role supports our newly awarded Dartford contract. We deliver reactive, planned and disrepair works across thousands of homes, keeping properties safe, comfortable and well-maintained, using modern digital systems to keep work flowing smoothly. We’re looking for a skilled Wet Trade Multi-Trade Operative to join our team. You’ll lead with your core trade in plastering and wet trades, while also supporting wider multi-trade tasks to ensure high-quality, well-rounded repairs. You’ll deliver a reliable, resident-focused service with a focus on first-time fixes and professional standards. What You’ll Do Carry out wet trade works including plastering, patch repairs, rendering, and making good to a high standard. Support multi-trade repairs including: Wall and floor tiling Basic carpentry (skirting, doors, minor repairs) Painting and decorating to a professional finish Record work accurately in real time via the Axis mobile app. Collaborate with supervisors, planners and admin teams to keep delivery smooth and efficient. Complete risk assessments and follow health and safety procedures on every job. About You You’re a reliable, adaptable tradesperson who takes pride in delivering high-quality finishes across wet trades and general maintenance. You communicate clearly with residents, work well as part of a team, and help us maintain safe, well-presented homes. Requirements NVQ Level 2/3 in Plastering (or equivalent experience) Strong experience in wet trades including plastering, patch repairs and tiling Experience across multiple trades (carpentry, decorating, making good) Full UK driving licence and well-maintained tool kit Knowledge of social housing repairs & maintenance Strong Health & Safety awareness and attention to detail What We Offer Up to £38,000 depending upon experience Company van and fuel card for work purposes 23 days’ annual leave + bank holidays Up to £2,000 colleague referral fee Long-service awards at key milestones Perkbox – discounts on coffee, cinema, travel and wellbeing 1 paid volunteer day each year Ongoing training, support and progression, Axis promotes from within Our Commitment Many faces, One Axis.We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion across all teams and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Adjustments will be made where needed. Our Commitment to Inclusion Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know

Axis Europe, part of Axis CLC, is a trusted property services specialist with 55+ years’ experience, employing over 1,500 people and supporting 250+ clients across the UK. We deliver repairs, planned maintenance, refurbishment, compliance and fire safety, combining local, responsive teams with the scale and stability of a national group. This role supports our newly awarded Dartford contract. We deliver reactive, planned and disrepair works across thousands of homes, keeping properties safe, comfortable and well-maintained, using modern digital systems to keep work flowing smoothly. The Role We’re looking for a skilled Carpenter Multi-Trade Operative to join our team You’ll bring strong carpentry and maintenance experience, while also carrying out locksmithing and glazing tasks to maintain residents’ safety, security, and comfort. You’ll take pride in delivering a professional, resident-focused service with a focus on first-time fixes and high-quality workmanship. What You’ll Do Carry out all aspects of carpentry, including door hanging, skirting, architraves, kitchen fitting, and flooring. Support wider multi-trade repairs, including: Patch plastering and making good Wall and floor tiling Basic plumbing and drainage tasks Painting and decorating to a professional finish Undertaking locksmithing tasks, including: Lock installation, replacement and repair across domestic doors and communal entrances Carry out glazing works, including: Glass repairs and replacements, and sealing and finishing to professional standards Record work accurately in real time via the Axis mobile app. Collaborate with supervisors, planners, and admin teams to keep delivery smooth and efficient. Complete risk assessments and follow Health & Safety procedures at all times. Support apprentices and uphold Axis’s high standards of customer service. Work across occupied residential properties and be available to participate in out-of-hours support or emergency callout rota when required. About You You’re a reliable, adaptable tradesperson with a solid carpentry background and well-rounded multi-trade skills. You’re confident carrying out locksmithing and glazing tasks, communicate clearly, and take pride in your work. You deliver a service residents can trust, helping to keep homes across the NHG portfolio safe, secure, and well-presented. Requirements NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in Carpentry & Joinery (or equivalent) Experience in Fire-Door Maintenance and Fire Protection works Competence in locksmithing and/or glazing repairs (training can be provided) Strong multi-trade skills (plastering, tiling, basic plumbing, decorating) Valid CSCS card and Working at Heights / PASMA certification (desirable) Full UK driving licence and well-maintained tool kit Knowledge of social-housing repairs & maintenance Strong Health & Safety awareness and attention to detail What We Offer Up to £38,000 depending upon experience Company van and fuel card for work purposes 23 days’ annual leave + bank holidays Up to £2,000 colleague referral fee Long-service awards at key milestones Perkbox – discounts on coffee, cinema, travel and wellbeing 1 paid volunteer day each year Ongoing training, support and progression – Axis promotes from within Our Commitment Many faces, One Axis .We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion across all teams and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Adjustments will be made where needed. Apply Now If you’re a Carpenter Multi who takes pride in quality workmanship and values making a real impact in residents’ homes, we’d love to hear from you

Introduction: We are an agency recruiting for a local company offering breakdown and recovery services as well as a commercial workshop for truck and crane services. Our client, a well-established business, is looking to recruit an Commercial Mechanic / HGV Fitter - Workshop / Mobile to join their team. Job Title: Commercial Mechanic / HGV Fitter - Workshop / Mobile Location: Depot based from Grays, Essex Description: The role of the HGV Mechanic / Fitter is work in the workshop repairing Commercial Vehicles (Lorries and Mobile Cranes) as well as attending roadside breakdowns and customer sites. The customer requires someone with a minimum HGV2 (LGVC) licence who is prepared to train to HGV1 (LGVCE) at the company's time and expense. The successful candidate will also have Commercial Vehicle Fitter Knowledge or Heavy Vehicle Mechanics skills to be able to diagnose faults and repair vehicles. Licence: UK, HGV Class 2 (LGVC) licence with a maximum of 6 points on licence for minor endorsements and no outstanding DD, DR or CD penalties. Digi-Tacho: Required on starting Driver's CPC: Full DCPC required Skills: Preferred to have previous Recovery Driving experience. Have some Commercial Vehicle Fitter Knowledge or Heavy Vehicle Mechanics experience. Experience: Ideally will have worked as an HGV Recovery Driver with Commercial Vehicle Mechanics. Would welcome applications from ex-Military personnel, especially ex-REME. Training: Our client offers Induction training which includes safe use of the vehicle provided, Health & Safety and paperwork & procedures and will, for the right applicant, offer Heavy Recovery training. People Skills: All applicants must have superb customer care skills and be able to communicate effectively with the general public in stressful and difficult situations. Applicants must be prepared to work in all weather conditions, be self-motivated and able to work on own initiative. A good level of fitness is required as the work can be very heavy. Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday 06:00/08:00 start times Hours: Basic 45 hours per week (based on 9 hours worked per day) plus On-Call Work and Overtime. Basic Salary: £46,800 plus overtime Additional Pay: Overtime: x 1.5 On-Call: £25 Callout bonus for every job plus x 1.5 hourly rate paid door to door. OTE Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per year depending upon skills and hours worked Job Status: Permanent with immediate interviews and starts. Vetting: Our client will undertake vetting including referencing and may require a DBS check. If you have any criminal convictions or cautions in the UK or abroad you MUST declare them to us at the time of applying. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence and may determine if we can submit you for the position

Job Title - Field Service Engineer Location - Covering SE/BR/DA/ME Postcodes Salary: £30,000 - £37,000 (40 Hours) or £36,000 - £42,500 (45 Hours) Shift:Monday to Friday - 40 Hour or 45 Hour Week available Job Role: I'm working with a market-leading materials handling business that's looking to add an experienced Field Service Engineer to its growing team. This role involves servicing, maintaining and repairing forklift trucks and a range of MHE across customer sites within your local area. As a Field Service Engineer, you'll be responsible for fault finding, diagnostics, planned maintenance and breakdown repairs, with the autonomy to organise your own workload and diary. You'll be fully supported by a strong technical back-office team and benefit from ongoing manufacturer training and development, ensuring you stay up to date with the latest equipment and technologies. Sector - Field Service Maintenance Non-Negotiable Requirements of Field Service Engineer: Must have hands on Servicing or Maintenance Experience Essential requirements of Field Service Engineer: Maintenance experience of Forklift Trucks or Mobile Plant Machinery or HGV's or industrial Vehicles. Have hands-on experience in the following disciplines: Electrical, Mechanical and Hydraulics. Recognised Engineering Qualification. Full UK Driving License Desirable Requirements of Field Service Engineer: Previously have worked as a Field Service Engineer. Minimum Level 3 Qualification in Engineering. The Field Service Engineer will benefit from: Full Training and Induction Scheme Company van & fuel card. Regular overtime available with Door to Door pay. Company Pension Scheme Tools provided If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert. For further details contact Matthew Lye at Pioneer Selection As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply please see our website for further details

Description: Social Housing Business Development Manager Basic Salary: £28,000 – £33,000 (DOE) On-Target Earnings: £40,000 – £45,000 Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm Are you a driven, commercially minded professional with a passion for making a real impact in the social housing sector? We’re working with a forward-thinking organisation that is rapidly expanding its Temporary Accommodation division and is now seeking a dynamic individual to become a Social Housing Business Development Manager to play a pivotal role in its continued growth. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to develop their Social Housing career and evolve into a Social Housing Business Development Manager position. You will be joining a thriving, ambitious team where your expertise, relationships, and strategic thinking will directly influence success across new and existing local authority partnerships. The Role As a Social Housing Business Development Manager, you will take the lead in identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities within the temporary accommodation sector. Your core objective will be to generate new relationships with local authorities, while also strengthening and expanding existing partnerships to unlock further temporary housing opportunities. You’ll be instrumental in positioning the organisation as a trusted and reliable partner across both new and established networks. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute a targeted business development strategy focused on local authorities and housing providers Proactively generate new relationships with local authorities to create fresh temporary accommodation opportunities Develop and grow existing client relationships to increase contract value and service utilisation Build and maintain strong relationships across relevant departments including Housing Needs, Procurement, and Temporary Accommodation teams Identify and secure new contracts and partnership opportunities Navigate and manage tender processes, frameworks, and procurement cycles Ensure full compliance with local authority standards, regulations, and service expectations Collaborate internally to ensure service delivery aligns with client expectations and contractual obligations Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market trends, policy changes, and sector developments About You Proven experience in a business development, account management, or partnership role within the social housing or temporary accommodation sector Established relationships and contacts within local authorities Strong understanding of local authority processes, procurement frameworks, and compliance requirements Commercially astute with a track record of winning new business and growing existing accounts Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills Highly motivated, target-driven, and able to work autonomously Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle What’s on Offer Competitive basic salary with strong earning potential Opportunity to join a growing, high-performing team in a thriving sector Autonomy to shape your role and influence business direction Supportive and collaborative working environment Real opportunity for career progression as the department expands If you’ve got what it takes to be a results-driven Social Housing Business Development Manager ready to take the next step in your career and play a key role in shaping the future of temporary accommodation services, we’d love to hear from you. Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents and Financial Services Professionals hits 19 years of successful trading. A milestone to be proud of... Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents is a "Specialist Estate Agency Recruitment Service" dealing with the placement of Estate Agents and Letting Agents into permanent positions within the Residential Estate Agency Property sector. We cover all specialties of recruitment to include Residential Sales and Lettings, Property and Block Management to include Lettings Coordinators / Progressors, Inventory Clerks, Financial Services to include Mortgage Advisors, Independent Financial Advisors, Protection and Financial Services Administrators, Paraplanning, Land and New Homes and Secretarial / Administration / PA’s. Visit Kings Permanent Recruitment Estate Agents website for online Estate Agency vacancies. Find Adam Howes on LinkedIn

Our Business Selwood is the leading pump rental solutions company in the UK. We have an outstanding reputation for exceptional customer service backed by one of the largest fleets of quality pump products. Each customer and each project is unique and our deep technical knowledge means we are proud to deliver a bespoke and genuine 24/7, 365 days-a-year service. This is an exciting time to join Selwood as we drive our business forward and build on a foundation of over 70 year’s success within our industry. We are committed to ensuring our staff have the right skills, knowledge & experience to deliver to our customers, as well as creating career paths to help develop, retain, and motivate them. About The Role We are looking for Mobile Fitter to join the team from our branch in Dartford, covering the surrounding region. This role will be responsible for carrying out diesel engine repairs, diagnostics and pump maintenance on customers sites and in the branch workshop. Due to the nature of our branch operations this role will involve being part of a call out rota, which has a standby allowance plus excellent overtime payment. Base salary of £47,651, with potential earning up to £63,360. Potential earnings include additional pay such as overtime, call-out payments and other applicable allowances and are to the best of our knowledge based on real world conditions. However, this may vary for individuals depending on the local availability of overtime and personal commitment to working additional hours. Our managers would be happy to explain how overtime and call-outs work during the interview process and address any questions you may have. Tasks & Responsibilities * You will be thoroughly carrying out any repairs to the diesel engine equipment as needed / directed. Including any fault finding and diagnostic / investigative work where required on customer sites. * Conduct regular servicing on pump rental fleet equipment as needed and directed on customer sites. * You will be required to working safely as a priority and a knowledge of PPE requirements is critical. * Be able to communicate accurately with work colleagues and customers alike. * Ensure all necessary tasks on your tablet are completed accurately and submitted on time. * Keep a good standard of housekeeping ensuring work areas and vehicles are kept in good order and clean. * You will be required to complete daily vehicle defect reports to always ensure safety. * Be able to carry out all given tasks as set out by given instructions or as per relevant training within a timely manner. * Show understanding of company policies and procedures. Skills & Experience * NVQ level 3 in Mechanical engineering (or other relevant qualifications) or equivalent work experience. * Full UK driving licence, as this role will involve attending site visits and break downs. This role will be subject to a safety critical medical. What we can offer you We understand balancing work and life commitments isn’t always easy, that’s why we’ve designed our benefits package to support you in all areas of life. * Competitive salary * Company van (for work use) * Enhanced overtime pay (for additional hours and call outs) * Medicash Scheme – medical expenses scheme (access to 24hour online GP services) * Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings not just salary * 25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays * Increasing annual leave entitlement with long service * Support for development and training * 3x your annual salary life insurance (DIS) * Employee assistance programme (EAP) & access to Mental Health first aiders * Employee discount scheme (discounts/vouchers for supermarkets, high street shops, holidays and more) * Employee referral scheme This role is not open to Agencies - Please no calls or emails - Thank you. EDI Statement Workdry International Ltd is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We value transparency, respecting others and understanding differences. We give full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. As part of your recruitment journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments

Class 1 Drivers HGV Class 1 Drivers urgently required to drive for our clients based in Dartford and surrounding areas. Class 1 Driver Position Details: * Start Date: Immediate * Schedule: Monday to Friday, early starts, possible weekend work * Location: Working from Dartford RDC, delivering across Kent and Southeast London * Pay: £20 per hour (PAYE Advanced - Minimum 8 Hours pay per day) Class 1 Driver Duties: * Driving LGV1 Vehicles (Category C+E / Class 1): Responsible for day run deliveries in the local area. * Providing a Quality Service: Ensuring client satisfaction upon delivery. * Keeping the Vehicle Clean & Tidy: Presenting a professional image. * Health & Safety Compliance: Adhering to guidelines. * Flexibility with Working Hours: Meeting client needs. Class 1 Driver Requirements: * Category C+E (Class 1) Licence and Previous LGV / LGV 1 Experience: Demonstrated expertise. * Minimum Age 23 with 6 Months Driving Experience: Proven track record. * Valid CPC & Digital Card: Compliance with regulations. * Confident to Use a Sat-Nav and Be Familiar with Kent and London Region: Knowledge of the area. * Strong Eye for Detail: Ensuring accuracy. * General Knowledge of Up-to-Date Health and Safety Procedures: Safety-conscious. Why Choose Us? * Flexible Working: Prioritizing work-life balance. * Weekly Pay: Reliable and consistent income. * Variety of Work: Diverse assignments. * Healthy Work-Life Balance: We value your well-being. Apply Today! Driver Hire, the UK’s largest specialist transport and logistics recruitment company, offers regular, ongoing work in Kent and the surrounding areas. Join our team and contribute to our success! We also have other positions available for drivers of all levels. Class 1, Class 2, 7.5 Van, 3.5 Van, whatever you drive, if you are an experienced driver looking for work, please do not hesitate to get in touch