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Retail Sales Manager Location: Kent Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 (DOE) + lucrative commission / bonus structure Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Monday to Friday About the Client KBB Recruitment are representing a well-established, high-quality interiors and retail business with over 20 years of industry experience. This is an exciting opportunity to join a reputable company known for delivering premium products, excellent customer service, and strong commercial performance. About the Role This role offers the successful candidate the opportunity to lead the retail sales function, driving commercial performance across the showroom while developing and managing a high-performing team. You will take ownership of sales targets, conversion, CRM discipline, and overall showroom standards, ensuring a consistently high-quality customer experience. This is a hands-on commercial leadership role requiring strong accountability, team management, and the ability to identify and resolve performance issues quickly and effectively. Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership & Performance Management Lead, manage and develop the showroom sales team to consistently high standards Set clear expectations for performance, behaviour, follow-up and professionalism Coach team members to improve conversion, product knowledge and sales performance Address performance issues and inconsistencies promptly Manage daily showroom structure, cover and organisation People Management & Standards Lead and support operational staff including warehouse and delivery teams Maintain high standards across attendance, attitude, pace and accuracy Promote a disciplined and accountable working culture Ensure strong cross-department collaboration (Retail, Projects, Operations, Accounts, Marketing) Retail Sales Performance Drive retail revenue and ensure targets are achieved Monitor conversion rates, margins, average order value (AOV) and pipeline quality Ensure disciplined follow-up and proactive sales activity Develop and manage new outbound sales opportunities Maintain visibility and control of sales performance across the team Customer Experience & Showroom Standards Ensure exceptional customer experience across all showroom interactions Lead by example through personal client engagement and meetings Manage high-value or complex customer relationships where required Maintain showroom presentation, displays and product updates to a high standard Support showroom events and new product introductions Process, CRM & Operational Alignment Ensure strict CRM and sales process compliance across the team Maintain accurate quoting, handover and sales documentation standards Use data and reporting to manage performance and pipeline health Provide regular updates and reports on performance and pipeline Reduce friction between retail, operations and accounts teams Requirements / Skills: Proven experience in retail sales management, ideally within KBB, interiors or design-led environments Strong commercial awareness with experience of working to targets Confident leadership style with the ability to motivate and develop a team Highly organised with strong attention to detail Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Strong CRM and process discipline Customer-focused with excellent communication skills Ability to identify issues early and take decisive action What’s on Offer: Competitive salary of £45,000 – £50,000 DOE Lucrative commission / bonus structure Full-time, permanent position Opportunity to lead a key retail function within a well-established business Strong focus on professional development and team leadership Supportive and collaborative working environment Long-term career progression opportunities How to Apply To apply, please send your CV and a brief covering note to or contact Amber on (phone number removed). KBB Recruitment are acting as the employment agency for this position

More About The Role We Make Morrisons… From a Bradford market stall to the UK’s fifth largest supermarket we are proud to be the Yorkshire food retailer serving customers across the UK over almost 500 stores and an online home delivery service. Our business is mainly food & grocery and, uniquely, we source & process most of the fresh food that we sell through our own manufacturing facilities. We’re recruiting for high performing Managers to help our business to continue to grow and succeed. Making sure our stores are fully stocked is key to a fantastic customer experience, which is why this roe is so vital to our success. It’s the job of our Managers to provide the best availability and standards possible for our customers across all departments, ensuring that they remain legal and safe. Reporting into the Store Manager, you will also: Lead the team to the very best standard and strive to ensure the best shopping experience for every customer who walks into our store Plan and organise current promotions or in-store events Listen and respond to our customers feedback and react accordingly Ensure market leading availability across the store Work with the other Managers in store to lead a supportive and performance driven department Efficiently manage all people routines, taking accountability of department(s) scheduling, absence, performance and talent conversations Deliver training to ensure team have the capability and confidence to deliver their role Motivate and lead colleagues to work with confidence across various departments Identify and develop talent within the department Build effective relationships with other operating departments Lead colleagues to work with purpose, delivering outstanding performance against all relevant targets across the department(s) Take a leadership role within the store Ensure resource is planned thoroughlyHow do we say thank you? You will play a vital role in our business and have a huge impact on our success so not only will you receive excellent training, support and continued development but we will also offer a competitive salary and superb benefits package. Want more? Our benefits package not only includes a generous bonus but you will also receive an attractive pension scheme, private healthcare as well as a colleague discount that we encourage you to share with your friends and family. We also offer a range of family friendly policies, including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave. No doubt you'll have shopped in our stores before, but why not take a look at some of the areas our customers don't see, such as our warehouses and colleague canteens to get a real taste of life at Morrisons. Explore using our 360 tour, please click here. About You Whether it's previous experience working in the retail industry or you have experience in hospitality, the service industry or travel & tourism, if you have a passion for delivering exceptional customer service then we want to hear from you. What do we need from you? Experience of managing a team in a fast paced environment You will need to be a great communicator who can share knowledge, experience and best practices You will need to have the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across all areas whilst remaining flexible You must be adaptable to change, whilst being able to challenge effectively As a Manager, you will actively listen to and respond effectively to customers and colleaguesWe are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. About The Company Shopkeepers for over 125 years, we love providing our customers with a great shopping experience they won’t find anywhere else. At just under 500 stores across the UK, our retail colleagues work as one team to provide plenty of food essentials, a great service and a buzz people enjoy. It’s why our customers keep coming back for more. The UK’s 5th largest supermarket, we provide great value for money and good quality fresh food and groceries to over 11 million customers every week. Our focus on freshness makes us stand out as we prepare more fresh food in-store than any other supermarket. It’s challenging. It’s fast-paced. But from Market Street to checkout our friendly team loves going above and beyond to bring our customers what they want. At Morrisons we believe in investing in our colleagues and industry-leading training programmes. We provide our colleagues with the opportunities they need to make it to the top. Many of our store managers started out on the shop floor. They’ve been there and done that. It’s how they know how to support our colleagues and help our customers so well

Process Engineer We are recruiting for a Process Engineer to join a highly advanced manufacturing business operating within aerospace and defence. This role is ideal for an engineer looking to work in a technology-led environment, where process innovation, materials engineering, and market-driven development are critical to success. The Role As a Process Engineer, you will play a key role in developing and optimising casting and manufacturing processes, ensuring both technical excellence and alignment with market requirements. Key responsibilities include: Developing and improving processes Using simulation tools and data analysis to optimise yield, quality, and cost Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) from concept through to production Conducting market research and competitor benchmarking to inform process and product improvements Driving continuous improvement initiatives (Lean / Six Sigma) Working closely with quality, metallurgy, and production teams to meet aerospace standards (e.g. AS9100, Nadcap) Monitoring KPIs such as scrap reduction, cycle times, and process capability About You We are looking for a technically strong engineer with exposure to high-value manufacturing environments, ideally within aerospace, metals, or advanced materials. You will ideally have: Degree in Mechanical, Materials, Metallurgical, or Manufacturing Engineering Understanding of metallurgy, process simulation, or material behaviour Experience working to aerospace or regulated industry standards Strong analytical mindset with the ability to link process performance to market and customer requirements Knowledge of continuous improvement tools (Lean / Six Sigma) Salary & Benefits £42,000 - £45,000 base salary Annual bonus Pension scheme Ongoing technical training and development Clear progression into Senior / Lead Process Engineering roles WR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

About The Role Right across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Where will you be working? We help our clients safeguard the water supply, improve environmental performance and manage demand for future generations. We enhance and extend asset life, ensuring compliance with water quality and environmental standards. Were problem solvers with over 140 years of combined experience in engineering and infrastructure. This role will be within our MEICA and capital maintenance team. Our Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation (MEICA) experts offer a one-stop solution, including ongoing operation and maintenance services. Want to be a part of it? What will you be doing? Youll be responsible for the delivery of preventative maintenance of electrical systems, controls and instrumentation. Youll perform reactive and corrective maintenance, fault finding, and repairs. Youll replace and calibrating instruments, installing new systems and equipment, and commissioning, all in line with BS7671 18th Edition standards. Youll ensure compliance with The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 Youll adhere to industry, British, International, and customer standards, as well as M Group Policies, Procedures, and Safe Systems of Work. Youll be working across various sites, utilising your M Group van and company fuel card. What youll bring Have you successfully completed ONC/HNC in engineering (or equivalent), NVQ, or C&G Level 3 Electrical 18th Edition qualification? Do you have industrial experience? Have you got proven experience in instrumentation and telemetry connection? Can you demonstratecommitment to safety and adherence to safety protocols? Do you have a valid UK driving licence? Whats in it for you? We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, some of which include; Contributory pension scheme Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year Employee assistance programme My Rewards portal, access to 1000s of retail discounts Life assurance Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave Reward and recognition scheme In addition, this role offers; Company van/vehicle and fuel card for business use 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Recommend a friend get rewarded for introducing people to us! About us We want to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse and talented people, who join us and make a difference. Were one of the Top 100 UK companies actively supporting and recruiting army veterans. Our ENABLE inclusion networks bring together people who have a shared passion, to help create an environment where everyone belongs. Our values help to shape our culture and how we work with one another. We recruit with these values in mind, to ensure your aspirations, and ways of working, align with ours. Were responsible and go further for our people, clients, communities and the planet Were open and seek new and better ways of exceeding expectations Were together and as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the parts Were ambitious and embrace opportunity, to lead essential infrastructure services for life Whether youre a trainee, apprentice or graduate, or progressing through your career, our people benefit from industry recognised programmes, training and development. Its an exceptional time to be a part of M Group. Please note: Occasionally, job adverts might be closed before the stated closing date. Do apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered. For certain roles, successful candidates will be subject to 3rdparty background checks as part of the hiring process. Some roles require drug and alcohol testing as part of induction and onboarding. #MGroupW IND2 TPBN1_UKTJ

Summary: The Graduate Civil Engineer will assist with delivering the technical civil engineering deliverables on above ground and below ground projects, working in conjunction with the Delivery Team and the Lead Civil Engineer, in accordance with the requirements set down by the Lead Civil Engineer. This role will be responsible for providing and ensuring the quality of project deliverables and will assist in the evaluation of the most efficient solutions to project problems. Main responsibilities: To achieve the efficient technical delivery of projects in the discipline. To work within a team to solve difficult problems. To assist with the preparation of technical reports, drawings, calculations including Works and Site Information documentation. To assist with the development of programmes, estimates and contract preparation. To promote the most appropriate Health and Safety Legislation with guidance and supports from the Lead Civil Engineer. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to contribute to successful project delivery. Undertake Continued Professional DevelopmentYou'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Degree in Civil Engineering Ability to work as a team The ability to influence outcomes and staff who are not necessarily part of the direct function. Good organisational skills and ability to follow procedures to ensure quality is maintained. Excellent technical report writing, editorial skills, and good oral communication.It will be a bonus if you have: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Work experience within an Engineering team or similar functionEmployees are required to be flexible and to be prepared to perform duties and other tasks within their capabilities. The nature of our business is such that the contents of any job profile are subject to change from time to time. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: Starting from £27,000

Design Manager (MEP) Location: Kent (Dartford area) Salary: £80,000 – £100,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits About the Company A well-established design & build contractor specialising in mechanical and electrical building services, delivering projects across commercial, industrial, and public sector sectors. The business provides a fully integrated service from concept through to installation and commissioning, with a strong focus on innovation, quality, and sustainable design. Role Overview An experienced MEP Design Manager is required to lead and manage the design function across multiple projects. The role involves overseeing the full design lifecycle, ensuring technical excellence, programme alignment, and strong coordination between internal teams, clients, and external consultants. This is a key leadership position working closely with project, commercial, and senior management teams. Key Responsibilities Design & Technical Leadership Manage MEP design delivery from concept to construction Review drawings, calculations, and specifications Ensure compliance with CIBSE, British Standards, and Building Regulations Drive value engineering and efficient design solutions Team Leadership Lead and mentor Design Engineers and CAD/Revit Technicians Coordinate external consultants Allocate resources across multiple projects Project Coordination Work closely with project and site teams Attend design meetings and site visits Ensure timely issue of design information Pre-Construction Support Support tenders and design strategies Assist with planning and risk reviews Compliance & Delivery Ensure designs meet client requirements, timelines, and budgets Manage design changes and technical challenges Requirements Essential Experience as a Design Manager or Senior Design Engineer (MEP) Strong mechanical and electrical building services knowledge Experience managing multiple projects Leadership and stakeholder management skills Desirable Building Services Engineering degree CIBSE membership Design & build contractor experience BIM/Revit knowledge Package £80,000 – £100,000 salary Car allowance Pension and bonus Strong career progression opportunities

Sous Chef - Brompton Barracks, Chatham Salary: £32,760 per annum 40 hours per week 5 days out of 7 Shifts between 05:30 and 20:00 We're recruiting an experienced and confident Sous Chef to join our large-scale catering operation at Brompton Barracks, Chatham . This is a high-profile role within a fast-paced Defence environment, ideal for a chef with a hotel or events background who thrives on volume, variety, and leading teams. You'll be working primarily in the Main Mess , with opportunities to support and cover across the wider operation when required. About the site Serving 200+ covers per day 3 kitchens on site A large, diverse team of 25 kitchen colleagues A mix of daily service and functions , offering variety and challenge The Role As Sous Chef, you'll play a key leadership role within the kitchen, supporting the Head Chef and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations across a large, multi-kitchen site. You'll be hands-on, highly organised, and confident managing people, standards, and service at scale. Key Responsibilities Oversee all kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef Lead from the front, ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation across all kitchens Maintain and enforce food safety, hygiene, and Health & Safety standards Support service delivery for both main mess catering and functions Act as a positive role model, keeping kitchens organised, clean, and audit-ready Support recruitment activities including interviews, trials, and onboarding Communicate regularly with the Head Chef regarding stock levels, ordering, and operational needs Take a proactive, hands-on approach to team leadership and service delivery About You This role would suit a Sous Chef who: Has experience in a hotel, large-scale, or function-led environment Is comfortable managing volume, multiple kitchens, and large teams Enjoys being hands-on and visible in the kitchen Communicates confidently and works well as part of a senior kitchen team Is organised, reliable, and adaptable in a structured environment Is physically able to manage manual handling tasks such as stock and equipment Is confident using Microsoft Office and Outlook We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families About Us Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams. Job Reference: com/0104/79198001/52089123/SU #Defence Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! TPBN1_UKCT

Summary: This is an exciting opportunity to shape how South East Water champions environmental excellence. As a cornerstone of our regulatory compliance, you will focus on the technical performance and water quality of treatment processes across our Water Treatment Works. Based within the Water Resources department, you will lead the technical heart of the environmental permitting process, acting as the essential bridge between real-world operations and our regulatory commitments. Success in this role thrives on collaboration, requiring you to work hand-in-hand with our Assets and Operations teams while building strong, professional relationships with external regulators. If you prefer the field to a desk, this role offers the perfect balance. You will spend time on-site to gain a first-hand understanding of discharge compliance and Trade Effluent Run to Waste activities as they happen. As our primary technical validator, you will provide the internal expertise needed to challenge assumptions and develop innovative treatment solutions, reducing our reliance on outside consultants. Beyond the day-to-day, your technical insights will guide our long-term strategic planning, helping us navigate emerging water quality challenges like Nitrates and PFAS to safeguard our operational future and the environment we serve. Main responsibilities: Lead the delivery of the technical assessments required for environmental permit applications, ensuring that the underlying science and engineering of water discharge activities are robust and compliant. Conduct regular site visits and inspections at WTWs to gain an in-depth, real-time understanding of discharge performance and ensure treatment solutions work effectively in practice. Provide technical expertise and quantification of risks regarding long-term water quality challenges (e.g., PFAS, Nitrates) to inform the WRMP strategic planning process. Offer expert advice to Assets, Engineering, and Operational teams to validate information provided by other departments and propose alternative treatment solutions where necessary. Coach and mentor junior team members to raise collective technical capability, specifically focusing on the technical data and analysis required to progress environmental permit applications. Act as the primary interface with operational colleagues to ensure regulatory discharge requirements are practical and understood at the site level. Lead technical negotiations with the Environment Agency and other external stakeholders on complex applications or compliance challenges to achieve operationally feasible outcomes. Review all technical documentation associated with permit submissions against Environmental Permitting Regulations to ensure absolute quality and regulatory compliance. Oversee the transition of permit administration to supporting staff, while retaining accountability for the technical integrity of every application. Manage technical input for escalated regulatory investigations or enforcement actions to mitigate reputational damage and restore compliance quickly. Develop new ways of working for the permitting function that drive efficiency and improve the company's overall environmental performance.You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Degree in a relevant science or engineering subject. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify solutions and critically validate technical information provided by other teams. Ability to amend communication style depending on your audience. Strong interpersonal and influencing skills. The ability to negotiate effectively with both internal stakeholders and external regulators, such as the Environment Agency. A natural ability to coach and mentor team members, supporting their technical development and career progression. A strong understanding of how various water treatment solutions work. Operational knowledge and experience of the water industry's regulatory framework, environmental legislation and policies. Experience in quantifying the consequences of long-term water quality challenges, such as Nitrates and PFAS, particularly regarding their impact on strategic planning (WRMP). Proven experience in a field-based or mobile role, with a focus on visiting and inspecting discharge activities at Water Treatment Works (WTWs). Proven experience in applying for environmental permits. Water industry experience desirableWe want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: up to £45,000 p.a. (dependent on experience)