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  • Workshop Manager
    Workshop Manager
    2 months ago
    £30000–£40000 yearly
    Full-time
    Chigwell

    Role Overview The Workshop Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of workshop operations, from customer bookings and vehicle workflow management through to technician supervision, quality control, invoicing and compliance. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the workshop operates smoothly, jobs are completed efficiently, customers receive excellent service, and the business continues to grow. This role requires a strong understanding of vehicle servicing and repairs, excellent organisational skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to lead and motivate a team. Workshop Operations & Management • Oversee daily operation of MOT, servicing and repairs., • Manage workshop workflow to ensure vehicles are booked in, progressed and completed efficiently., • Allocate jobs to technicians based on workload and deadlines., • Monitor productivity, labour efficiency and turnaround times., • Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and in line with manufacturer guidelines and industry best practices., • Carry out final quality checks where required before vehicles are returned to customers., • Identify opportunities to improve workshop processes and customer experience. Customer Service & Relationship Management • Act as the main point of contact for customers throughout the repair and servicing process., • Provide professional advice regarding vehicle maintenance, repairs and recommendations., • Communicate clearly with customers regarding diagnosis, costs, progress updates and completion times., • Handle customer queries, concerns and complaints professionally and promptly., • Build strong relationships with repeat customers and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction., • Ensure customers receive transparent explanations of work required and completed. Booking, Scheduling & Workflow Control • Manage all workshop bookings, MOT appointments, servicing schedules and repair jobs., • Plan daily and weekly workshop capacity., • Prioritise urgent repairs while maintaining efficient workflow., • Coordinate MOT slots, diagnostics, servicing and repair requirements., • Ensure customers are kept informed of appointment changes or delays. Estimates, Invoicing & Commercial Management • Prepare estimates and quotations for repairs and maintenance work., • Gain customer authorisation before additional work is carried out., • Manage job cards, invoices and payment processes., • Ensure accurate recording of parts, labour and additional charges., • Monitor workshop profitability and identify opportunities to improve revenue., • Work with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and availability of parts., • Monitor outstanding payments and support effective financial control. Health & Safety, Compliance & Standards • Ensure the workshop operates safely and complies with all relevant health and safety regulations., • Maintain a clean, organised and professional working environment., • Maintain compliance with MOT standards and industry regulations., • Ensure tools, equipment and machinery are maintained and fit for purpose. Stock, Equipment & Supplier Management • Monitor workshop stock levels, consumables and commonly used parts., • Order parts and manage relationships with suppliers., • Ensure efficient use and maintenance of workshop equipment., • Manage external suppliers, recovery companies and specialist repair partners when required. Skills & Experience Required • Previous experience managing an automotive workshop., • Strong knowledge of vehicle servicing, repairs and diagnostics., • Experience working with technicians and managing workshop workflow., • Excellent customer service and communication skills., • Ability to manage multiple jobs and priorities in a busy environment., • Commercial understanding of workshop operations, labour sales and profitability., • Strong organisational and administrative skills., • Ability to use workshop management systems, booking software and invoicing systems., • Previous experience within an MOT testing environment., • MOT Tester qualification is preferred., • Experience with diagnostic equipment and modern vehicle technologies.

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  • Warehouse Operative - Days & Nights - Top Rates available
    Warehouse Operative - Days & Nights - Top Rates available
    2 days ago
    £19.5–£25.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Salary: £19.50 – £25.00 per hour (depending on shift pattern and experience) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Shift Patterns Available: Day shifts (08:00 – 17:00) or Night shifts (22:00 – 06:00), Monday to Friday (Overtime available) About Us We are a leading logistics and distribution provider operating a fast-paced, high-volume fulfillment centre in West London. We pride ourselves on efficiency, workplace safety, and delivering top-tier service to our clients. We are looking for dependable, hard-working Warehouse Operatives to join our growing team with an immediate start available. Key Responsibilities • Order Picking & Packing: Accurately select items from inventory using handheld digital scanners and securely pack products for shipment., • Goods Inbound & Outbound: Load and unload delivery vehicles safely using manual handling techniques and pallet trucks., • Stock Management: Check incoming stock against delivery notes to ensure quality, quantity, and data entry accuracy., • Warehouse Housekeeping: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment compliant with health and safety standards. What We Are Looking For • Experience: Previous experience in a warehouse, fulfillment, or manufacturing environment is highly valued but not essential., • Attributes: High attention to detail, reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic., • Physical Fitness: Ability to handle physical work, including lifting and moving stock throughout the working day.

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  • Ready Meal Packer & Batch Manager
    Ready Meal Packer & Batch Manager
    12 days ago
    Full-time
    London

    Location: London Acton, NW10 Hours: 32 + hours a week - 10 - 6pm Pay: £15.50–£17.50 per hour, depending on experience Start: ASAP We are specifically looking for someone with practical experience in these areas, rather than general packing experience. We are looking for an experienced Ready Meal Packer & Batch Manager We are looking for a reliable, experienced and highly organised person to join our ready-meal production team. This is more than a packing role. We need someone who understands food production and can take responsibility for batch control, packing requirements, product identification, production dates, use-by dates and the movement of product through the packing process. You will play an important role in making sure that the right product is packed at the right time, with the correct information and full traceability. Key responsibilities • Manage and monitor daily ready-meal packing requirements., • Ensure the correct product, batch and quantity are available for packing., • Check and accurately record production dates and use-by dates., • Ensure product is correctly identified and controlled throughout the packing process., • Clearly identify and control partially packed product., • Track outstanding packing quantities and ensure they are followed through to completion., • Communicate production information clearly to the packing team., • Maintain accurate batch and traceability records., • Complete and monitor the required checks before product is released for packing or dispatch., • Ensure products are not released where information is incomplete, unclear or requires further verification., • Escalate any uncertainty regarding product status, dates, labelling or food safety., • Work closely with Production, Packing and QA to keep the operation running efficiently., • Maintain a clear and accurate audit trail of production, packing and release activities., • Ensure no product progresses through the operation beyond its approved use-by date. The person we are looking for You will ideally have previous experience in: • Ready-meal production, • Food manufacturing, • Food packing, • Batch or production control, • Food traceability and date control You will need to be: • Highly organised and methodical, • Experienced in working with food products and production batches, • Very attentive to detail, • Comfortable working with production records and packing requirements, • Able to communicate clearly with production, packing and QA, • Reliable and able to take ownership of your responsibilities, • Confident enough to stop and escalatewhen something does not look right, • Comfortable working in a busy, hands-on food production environment Good computer skills and experience using digital production records or spreadsheets would be an advantage, as we are developing a more digital system for production and packing control. Why this role is important This person will become a key link between production, packing and product release. We are looking for someone who doesn't simply complete a task, but takes responsibility for making sure the batch is correctly identified, controlled, packed and recorded from start to finish. What we offer • £15.50- £17.00 per hour, depending on experience, • Full-time position, • A key role within a growing ready-meal business, • The opportunity to help develop and improve our production and packing systems, • Training and development opportunities, • A supportive working environment, • Opportunity for increased responsibility as the operation develops We are particularly interested in candidates who have hands-on experience in ready-meal production and understand the importance of batch, date, traceability and food-safety controls.

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  • Air Conditioning Installer / Engineer – £60,000–£85,000 (DOE)
    Air Conditioning Installer / Engineer – £60,000–£85,000 (DOE)
    1 month ago
    £60000–£85000 yearly
    Full-time
    Harringay Warehouse District, London

    Job Description: We are Daikin D1+ Installers specialising in high-end residential and commercial installations, including concealed ducted systems, bespoke ductwork, splits, multi VRV/VRF, Chillers & AHU'S systems. We’re looking for a fully qualified, experienced in the uk, and professional Air Conditioning Installer / Engineer who can deliver work to the highest standard. This is not a trainee role – we are offering top pay for top ability and top quality only Requirements – You Must Have • Minimum 10+ years hands-on experience installing and commissioning (In the uk), • F-Gas Category 1 certification (essential) – but F-Gas alone is not enough., • NVQ Diploma in Installing and Maintaining Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems (or equivalent qualification)., • CSCS card (essential)., • Full UK driving licence., • Proven ability to install, commission and fault find split, multi-split, VRV/VRF systems., • Strong understanding of the refrigerant cycle and the ability to use service checkers confidently., • Ability to fault-find and test components on VRV/F systems, AHUs, and chillers., • Competence with pressure testing, vacuuming, charging, and commissioning to manufacturer standards., • Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, refrigerant charts, and installation schematics., • Excellent attention to detail, reliability, and pride in workmanship., • Strong communication skills and a professional approach with clients and colleagues. Desirable (but not essential) • PASMA / IPAF certification., • Electrical knowledge., • Experience managing or mentoring junior engineers., • Background in servicing and maintenance of VRV, chiller, or AHU systems., • Manufacturer training certificates (e.g. Daikin, Mitsubishi). Tools & Equipment • Engineers are expected to have their own hand and service tools, including gauges, vac pump, and flaring equipment. Having a complete professional tool kit will be reflected in your pay level., • Company van, fuel card, and specialist tools can be provided for the right candidate. Role Overview You will be responsible for: • Full installation, commissioning, and testing of air conditioning systems (split, multi-split, VRV/VRF)., • Diagnosing and rectifying faults on VRV systems, AHUs, and chillers., • Ductwork and condensate routing, ensuring a neat and professional finish., • Working on premium residential and light commercial sites., • Completing digital reports and photo documentation to a professional standard. What We Offer • £60,000–£85,000 salary, depending on experience, skill, and tool ownership., • Company van, fuel card, uniform, and tools (for the right candidate)., • Regular work with a Daikin D1-approved installer., • Door to door pay, • Bonus holidays (dependant on performance), • Opportunities for manufacturer and advanced training., • Supportive, professional working environment with long-term stability. About You You take pride in your work, understand what a proper installation looks like, and don’t cut corners. You’re professional, punctual, and capable of representing the company to clients. If you’re an experienced air conditioning engineer looking to be paid what you’re worth and work with a company that values quality over quantity, we want to hear from you. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • Employee discount, • Free parking, • On-site parking, • Relocation assistance Work Location: In person

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  • Window Fitter
    Window Fitter
    1 month ago
    £32000–£35000 yearly
    Full-time
    Thornton Heath

    Job Title: Window and Door Installer / Fitter Location: Thornton Heath, CR7 Salary: £35,000.00 per year Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Schedule: Monday to Saturday About Olympia Windows: Olympia Windows is a well-established, family-run manufacturer and installer of premium windows, doors, and conservatories. Built on craftsmanship and driven by quality, we handle the entire process in-house. We pride ourselves on our 5.0-star reputation, customer service, and the precision of our installations. We are looking for an experienced, reliable Window & Door Fitter to join our growing team. Key Responsibilities: • Installing a high-end range of uPVC and aluminium windows and doors., • Ensuring an exceptional standard of finish, alignment, and sealing on every job., • Providing excellent customer service on-site, respecting properties, and leaving homes clean and tidy., • Working safely and efficiently within an established team., • Liaising with the management team to ensure projects run smoothly. Experience & Requirements: • Window & door fitting experience: 3+ years (Required), • We're looking for someone who lives locally CR7, United Kingdom., • Experience with both uPVC and Aluminium systems (Preferred), • Full UK Driving Licence (Highly Preferred), • Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship, • Excellent reliability and a team-player attitude Benefits: • Consistent, stable local workload, • Friendly, supportive family-run working environment, • High-quality British-manufactured products, • Progression opportunities within a growing business Application Question(s): • Please briefly outline your previous experience with window and door fitting., • Do you hold a valid UK driving licence?

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  • Field Sales Executive
    Field Sales Executive
    2 months ago
    £27000–£40000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    About Nice Wholesale Nice Wholesale began in London's ice manufacturing industry and has grown to become one of the city's leading ice suppliers. Building on this foundation, we expanded into ice cream distribution and are now developing a broader wholesale offering for cafés, retailers and hospitality businesses. Our catalogue continues to grow with innovative and trending products, including ice cream, functional drinks, soft drinks, frozen smoothies, snacks, impulse lines and complementary food and beverage products. We are now looking for an ambitious individual to help us expand our presence across London and become the key link between our business and our customers. The Role We are seeking a motivated and commercially driven Business Development Executive to grow our café and retail customer base across London. This is a field-based sales and relationship management role, ideal for someone who enjoys meeting people, discovering new products, identifying market trends and building long-term customer relationships. You will be responsible for introducing Nice Wholesale to cafés, independent retailers and hospitality businesses, opening new accounts, increasing customer engagement, and ensuring customers order consistently and remain active. You will become the main point of contact for your accounts and act as a bridge between customers and our purchasing team, sharing market insights, emerging trends and product opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to grow within a fast-moving wholesale business and play a direct role in shaping our catalogue and future expansion. Key Responsibilities Business Development • Identify and research prospective cafés, coffee shops, retailers and hospitality businesses across London., • Build and maintain a pipeline of target accounts., • Visit businesses in person to introduce Nice Wholesale and our product range., • Present our catalogue and communicate the value of our products and services., • Open new customer accounts and onboard new clients., • Convert prospects into regular ordering customers. Account Management • Develop strong relationships with customers., • Become the primary contact for assigned accounts., • Maintain regular communication through visits, phone calls and messaging., • Encourage repeat orders and improve customer retention., • Support customers with product recommendations and new launches., • Ensure customers remain active and engaged. Sales & Telesales • Conduct follow-up calls with prospects., • Carry out telesales activities when required., • Contact leads before visits where appropriate., • Follow up quotations and close opportunities., • Reactivate dormant customers. Market Intelligence • Monitor trends within cafés, convenience retail and foodservice., • Identify emerging brands, products and concepts., • Provide feedback on customer preferences and market developments., • Suggest new products that should be considered for our catalogue., • Share competitor insights and pricing observations. Reporting • Report regularly on sales activity and progress., • Provide updates on challenges encountered in the field., • Work collaboratively with management to identify solutions., • Track prospecting efforts, conversions and customer growth. What We're Looking For Essential • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Confidence approaching and engaging with businesses., • Relationship-focused mindset., • Ambitious, proactive and self-motivated attitude., • Commercial awareness., • Organised and capable of managing multiple accounts., • Willingness to learn about products, trends and the wholesale industry., • Ability to understand products, internalise their value and effectively communicate benefits to customers., • Performance-driven mentality with a desire to grow professionally. Desirable • Previous experience in foodservice, wholesale, FMCG or hospitality sales., • Existing relationships within cafés, retailers or hospitality businesses., • Experience in field sales or account management., • Knowledge of beverages, snacks, impulse products or café operations., • Driving licence. We also welcome • Individuals already working in food and beverage sales., • Candidates looking to transition into wholesale sales., • Ambitious people who may not have extensive experience but are eager to learn, develop and build a career. What We Offer • Competitive base salary., • Commission structure based on performance., • Opportunity to grow alongside an expanding wholesale business., • Exposure to innovative and trending products., • Direct involvement in shaping our product catalogue., • Support, guidance and product training., • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the growth of Nice Wholesale. Work Location: In person

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  • Plumbing / Heating Engineer
    Plumbing / Heating Engineer
    2 months ago
    £30000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Location: London and South East England Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent Salary: £30,000per annum + Overtime + Company Van + Benefits About the Role We are seeking an experienced Mobile Air Conditioning Engineer to join our expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer who takes pride in delivering high-quality service and maintenance across a varied portfolio of commercial properties. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, fault finding, and occasional installation work on a wide range of air conditioning equipment. Key Responsibilities • Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on commercial air conditioning systems., • Diagnose faults and complete repairs efficiently., • Service and maintain split, multi-split, VRV/VRF, and DX systems., • Complete reactive maintenance in line with service level agreements (SLAs)., • Carry out minor installation and replacement works when required., • Complete electronic job reports and documentation accurately., • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations at all times., • Deliver a professional and customer-focused service. Requirements Essential: • F-Gas Category 1 Certification., • Experience working on commercial HVAC systems., • Full & Clean UK Driving Licence., • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills., • Ability to work independently and manage your own workload. Desirable: • NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning., • Experience with Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric, Toshiba, LG, Fujitsu, or Panasonic equipment. What's on Offer • Starting Salary of £30,000, • Paid overtime., • Company van and fuel card., • Mobile phone and tablet., • Uniform and PPE provided., • 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)., • Auto enroll pension., • Ongoing manufacturer training and professional development. About You You'll be a reliable, professional engineer who enjoys working independently while providing excellent customer service. You'll be confident fault-finding, solving technical issues, and building strong relationships with clients.

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  • Auto Motive Technician - Car Mechanic
    Auto Motive Technician - Car Mechanic
    2 months ago
    £32000–£42000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    New Workshop Opening in Harrow – Multiple Automotive Vacancies Vehicle Workshop Manager | Vehicle Technicians | Car Mechanics | Diagnostic Technicians | Service Advisors Location: Harrow, Greater London Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: Excellent Salary Packages Available (Dependent on Experience) Exciting Career Opportunities at a Brand-New Automotive Workshop in Harrow Car Dealer Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our client, who is opening a state-of-the-art vehicle workshop in Harrow, Greater London. This is an exciting opportunity to join a brand-new business from the very beginning. The workshop has been purpose-built with modern equipment, excellent working conditions, and ambitious plans for future growth. We are looking for enthusiastic automotive professionals who want to be part of a successful and expanding team. Current Vacancies Vehicle Workshop Manager We are looking for an experienced Workshop Manager who can lead, motivate and develop a team whilst ensuring exceptional levels of productivity, efficiency and customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include: • Managing the daily operation of the workshop, • Leading and supporting technicians and workshop staff, • Maximising workshop productivity and labour sales, • Monitoring workshop efficiency and quality standards, • Managing work allocation and workshop loading, • Delivering outstanding customer satisfaction, • Ensuring Health & Safety procedures are followed, • Working closely with the Service Advisors to deliver an exceptional customer experience Vehicle Technicians & Car Mechanics We are looking for qualified Vehicle Technicians and experienced Car Mechanics with a passion for delivering high-quality workmanship. You'll be responsible for: • Vehicle servicing and maintenance, • Repairs on a wide range of vehicles, • Brake, suspension and steering repairs, • Engine and transmission work, • MOT preparation, • Maintaining excellent workshop standards Diagnostic Technicians If you enjoy solving complex vehicle faults and working with the latest diagnostic equipment, we'd like to hear from you. Responsibilities include: • Advanced vehicle diagnostics, • Electrical fault finding, • Software updates and programming, • Identifying and resolving complex technical issues, • Supporting and mentoring fellow technicians when required Service Advisors We are also recruiting experienced Service Advisors who are passionate about customer service. Your role will include: • Booking vehicles into the workshop, • Keeping customers informed throughout the repair process, • Preparing estimates and invoices, • Liaising with technicians and the Workshop Manager, • Delivering an outstanding customer journey from start to finish What We're Looking For • Previous automotive industry experience, • Positive attitude and strong work ethic, • Excellent communication skills, • Ability to work within a busy workshop environment, • Full UK Driving Licence preferred (Workshop roles), • Manufacturer experience is advantageous but not essential What Our Client Offers • Excellent salary packages, • Modern workshop, • Latest diagnostic equipment and tools, • Career progression opportunities, • Friendly and supportive management team, • Stable, permanent employment, • Company pension, • Paid holidays Apply Today If you're looking for your next opportunity as a Workshop Manager, Vehicle Technician, Car Mechanic, Diagnostic Technician or Service Advisor in Harrow or Greater London, we'd love to hear from you. Join a brand-new workshop where your experience will be valued and your career can grow from day one. Apply today with your CV through Car Dealer Recruitment.

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