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About a career with Elis Elis is an international multi-service provider, offering textile, hygiene, and facility services solutions. We are a leader in most of the 29 countries in which we operate, employing 52,000 professionals. We have a fantastic opportunity for a committed and motivated Senior Engineer to join a company that invests in training and development to provide their people with the opportunity to flourish and develop their careers! Here at Elis, we recognise that our employees are the company’s greatest asset and our investment in our people reflects this. Elis offers a wide range of assignments and career opportunities via a multitude of diverse job roles and career gateways between functions. This vast field of possibilities gives you the opportunity to achieve your career goals. Senior EngineerEngineering • Portsmouth, • Full-time, • PermanentWhat will make you stand out?, • Interpersonal skills to manage and influence people at all levels., • A minimum of 6 years’ experience working in a manufacturing/process environment., • Skilled in both Electrical and Mechanical trades with knowledge of Engineering disciplines including pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical circuits and able to comprehend the relevant drawings/schematics. To share and support the team in their development by mentoring, recognising strengths/weaknesses and building well rounded Engineers., • You will be self-motivated, able to make decisions and react quickly to the needs of the business., • To record PPM and reactive information into a CMMS system accurately. Maintain PPM relevance by keeping the system up to date with changes. Reporting statistics into group., • A logical approach to fault finding with a high attention to detail., • Able to travel to offsite training facilities and other factories in the group, as and when required.Desirable skills/knowledge, • Experience of managing a team of Engineers is a distinct advantage., • Previous Industrial Laundry experience., • Steam systems and chemical water treatment – BG01 or BOAS accreditation., • Water network and heat recovery systems., • Electronic component fault finding and testing., • BS 7671IET wiring regulations., • Inspection and Testing C&G 2391-52., • Mentoring apprentice’s and/or developing Engineers., • PTW risk assessor and contractor control., • Legionella control, ACOP L8., • Small to medium sized projects, 6 Sigma and Capex., • IOSH managing safely or NEBOSHYour Mission at Elis Key Responsibilities of a Senior Engineer: • You will possess leadership skills to organise an Engineering team, apply strategies and deliver efficient workflow within an industrial laundry processing plant., • Guarantee all activities are carried out in accordance with the Site Health and Safety instructions and the SSG Health and Safety manual, as well as in accordance with relevant engineering standards., • Understand compliance responsibilities and maintain records to an auditable standard., • Carry out, regular and accurate assessment on energy measurables using trend data. Ensure fast response to deviation in working towards our common CSR goals., • Provide knowledge and input into the continuous improvement of plant, machinery, and maintenance activities. Working with your Engineering team to identify areas and find suitable solutions., • To ensure the Company’s disciplines, rules and standards are maintained., • Have technical Engineering experience to order replacement parts and consumables whilst tracking and maintaining budgets., • Report and investigate any incidents, accidents or near misses in accordance with Health and Safety Policies. Ensuring that safe systems of work and best practice procedures are adhered to at all times., • To ensure the Company assets are maintained to achieve maximum efficiency., • Manage contractors on site, ensuring they are working safely and adhering to Health and Safety rules and procedures., • You will maintain excellent communication between Production staff and co-workers and ensure all handover of ongoing activities is carried out every day, sharing all other information and practices as required.What's on offer?, • 29 Days Holiday, • Employee Assistance Programme Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. We are able offer, and encourage career growth, and have national coverage to facilitate ambition. In addition we offer: • 29 days holiday per year • Working with a great team

Part Time Recruitment Administrator - Trades & Labour - Portsmouth £27k - £30k PRO RATA | Part Time Working Hours Daniel Owen, one of the UK's leading construction recruitment specialists, is offering a unique opportunity for a driven individual to join our Portsmouth office as a Recruitment Administrator specialising in the booming Trades & Labour sector. This is a fast paced industry that focuses on relationship building along with real candidate interaction. We are looking for someone to support with the recruitment process whilst benefiting from hands on training and progression. If you're approachable, organised, people-driven and excited by the idea of growing with a market-leading brand, this is your moment. Your impact/duties as a Recruitment Administrator: Candidate Relationships: Not just over the phone, but face-to-face, you'll identify and develop existing and new candidate relationships Talent Sourcing: Seek out skilled individuals with the right qualifications and experience Recruitment Support: Provide general administrative support including maintaining accurate databases and candidate profiles Top-Tier Service: Deliver exceptional service to ensure repeat business and outstanding recommendations Extra benefits of working as a Recruitment Administrator at Daniel Owen: Support for health and wellbeing Opportunities for incentives and performance-based rewards Opportunities for te...

Job Opportunity: Shipwright / Boatbuilder Location: Gosport, Hampshire Type: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: DOE We are currently seeking a skilled Shipwright / Boatbuilder to join our growing team of dedicated craftsmen a busy boatyard in Gosport. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a dynamic environment, where you'll contribute to the repair, refurbishment, and refit of vessels. While most work is based at the Gosport site, occasional travel may be required to other waterfront locations across the UK. Key Responsibilities of Shipwright / Boatbuilder Carrying out repairs, maintenance, and refits on a range of commercial and military vessels Working with various materials, including wood and composite Supporting other trades as required in general yard duties Assisting our Waterfront Support Team where needed Experience in the marine industry, particularly with commercial vessels Skilled in using wood, composite, and other boat-building materials Strong problem-solving and organisational skills Excellent attention to detail and a methodical work approach Able to work independently or as part of a team Flexible and willing to assist across different tasks and departments Holds a full UK driving license Opportunity to work on unique and high-profile marine projects Must be able to travel to Gosport daily for work...

Labourer | Portsmouth | Competitive Salary + 26 Days Holiday (plus bank hols) + Pension + Life Insurance | Full-Time | Permanent Are you an experienced Labourer with construction industry experience and a strong work ethic Do you enjoy hands-on work supporting skilled trades across a variety of maintenance and repair projects Workshop Recruitment is supporting a well-established construction and maintenance business in the search for a reliable Labourer to join their growing team in Portsmouth. This permanent opportunity offers long-term stability, varied work, and the chance to develop within a supportive and professional environment. The successful Labourer will support responsive repairs, routine maintenance, and void property works across housing and corporate properties, alongside assisting skilled trades teams on-site. Key Responsibilities Support Groundworkers with fencing, paving, drainage, and concrete repairs Assist Roofers with pitched and flat roof repairs Carry out general labouring duties across maintenance projects Remove and transport waste materials safely Assist tradespeople with site tasks as required Maintain safe and tidy working environments Follow health and safety procedures at all times Skills & Knowledge Required Previous experience working as a Labourer within construction Good understanding of construction methods and materials Reliable, hardworking, and team-focused attitude Ability to carry out physically demanding work Full UK driving licence essential with own vehicle (could be required to drive company van) CSCS card preferred not essential Benefits 34 days holiday rising to 36 days with service Company sick pay after 12 months Life insurance Pension scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Discounted gym membership Employee rewards and wellbeing support

Workshop Recruitment is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician based in the Portsmouth area to carry out work on fire curtain systems, full training will be provided. The role involves attending sites such as commercial, shopping centres, car parks, airports, to undertake emergency callouts, system upgrades, repairs, and installations, working as part of a team. Candidates must be flexible and willing to work both day and night shifts, as well as travel and stay away from home when required, this is an essential requirement of the role, with opportunities for weekend overtime. The position offers excellent career progression, and applicants should have relevant experience within the construction or mechanical sectors, must live in the Portsmouth area, must have a full UK driving license. Duties and Responsibilities: Carrying out routine/planned scheduled maintenance work Working in pairs with the leading engineer Responding to breakdown and equipment faults Diagnosing breakdown problems and carry out first time fix Fitting new parts and making sure equipment is working correctly prior to signing off Liaising with client departments, customers and other engineering and production colleagues Dealing with emergencies, unplanned problems and repairs Ensure van stock is controlled To complete timesheets/expenses on a regular basis and submit on time To ensure PPE is adequate for the H&S purpose and arrange for new kit to be ordered when required Perform with an understanding of business requirements and support all continuous improvement activities Respond to customer enquiries in a professional manner Using the correct processes to record your work Ensure report forms are completed accurately Essential requirements Knowledge of electrical and/or mechanical systems Must have a full UK clean driving license Knowledge of Microsoft Office software Good customer service & communication skills Able to work under pressure Reliable Able to work nights and weekends Be able to pass a DBS Check Have the ability to work on your own, and with a team Live in the Portsmouth area Beneficial Newly qualified electricians looking for experience will be an advantage Fire curtain experience Experience assisting other trades Experience working with fire curtains, smoke curtains, metal shutters or other similar technologies. Experience working at heights Experience in a mechanical background CSCS/IPAF/PASMA certification – Training is provided if successful Benefits Transport supplied Fuel card once you are issued your own van Lunch and drink allowance Permanent Vacancy Career progression

About a career with Elis Elis is an international multi-service provider, offering textile, hygiene, and facility services solutions. We are a leader in most of the 29 countries in which we operate, employing 52,000 professionals. We have a fantastic opportunity for a committed and motivated Senior Engineer to join a company that invests in training and development to provide their people with the opportunity to flourish and develop their careers! Here at Elis , we recognise that our employees are the company's greatest asset and our investment in our people reflects this. Elis offers a wide range of assignments and career opportunities via a multitude of diverse job roles and career gateways between functions. This vast field of possibilities gives you the opportunity to achieve your career goals. Your Mission at Elis Key Responsibilities of a Senior Engineer: You will possess leadership skills to organise an Engineering team, apply strategies and deliver efficient workflow within an industrial laundry processing plant. Guarantee all activities are carried out in accordance with the Site Health and Safety instructions and the SSG Health and Safety manual, as well as in accordance with relevant engineering standards. Understand compliance responsibilities and maintain records to an auditable standard. Carry out, regular and accurate assessment on energy measurables using trend data. Ensure fast response to deviation in working towards our common CSR goals. Provide knowledge and input into the continuous improvement of plant, machinery, and maintenance activities. Working with your Engineering team to identify areas and find suitable solutions. To ensure the Company's disciplines, rules and standards are maintained. Have technical Engineering experience to order replacement parts and consumables whilst tracking and maintaining budgets. Report and investigate any incidents, accidents or near misses in accordance with Health and Safety Policies. Ensuring that safe systems of work and best practice procedures are adhered to at all times. To ensure the Company assets are maintained to achieve maximum efficiency. Manage contractors on site, ensuring they are working safely and adhering to Health and Safety rules and procedures. You will maintain excellent communication between Production staff and co-workers and ensure all handover of ongoing activities is carried out every day, sharing all other information and practices as required. What will make you stand out? Interpersonal skills to manage and influence people at all levels. A minimum of 6 years' experience working in a manufacturing/process environment. Skilled in both Electrical and Mechanical trades with knowledge of Engineering disciplines including pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical circuits and able to comprehend the relevant drawings/schematics. To share and support the team in their development by mentoring, recognising strengths/weaknesses and building well rounded Engineers. You will be self-motivated, able to make decisions and react quickly to the needs of the business. To record PPM and reactive information into a CMMS system accurately. Maintain PPM relevance by keeping the system up to date with changes. Reporting statistics into group. A logical approach to fault finding with a high attention to detail. Able to travel to offsite training facilities and other factories in the group, as and when required. Desirable skills/knowledge Experience of managing a team of Engineers is a distinct advantage. Previous Industrial Laundry experience. Steam systems and chemical water treatment - BG01 or BOAS accreditation. Water network and heat recovery systems. Electronic component fault finding and testing. BS 7671IET wiring regulations. Inspection and Testing C&G 2391-52. Mentoring apprentice's and/or developing Engineers. PTW risk assessor and contractor control. Legionella control, ACOP L8. Small to medium sized projects, 6 Sigma and Capex. IOSH managing safely or NEBOSH What's on offer? 29 Days Holiday Employee Assistance Programme Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. We are able offer, and encourage career growth, and have national coverage to facilitate ambition. In addition we offer: • 29 days holiday per year • Working with a great team Interested? Then apply online! Your contact person: Katy Everitt HR & Resourcing Manager - ICS Tel: TPBN1_UKTJ

If you're a hands-on tradesperson who can turn their hand to a range of jobs and takes pride in doing things properly, we'd like to hear from you. Working on your own jobs but also alongside other trades when needed.

A prominent energy company in the UK is embarking on a new Energy to Waste project and seeks experienced tradespeople including Pipefitters, Platers & Fabricators, and Welders to join their team.

Core Group is hiring Skilled Labourers for a project in the Reading area.

Experienced subcontractor needed for bathroom adaptations and shower installations.Requires plumbing, tiling, carpentry skills.

Vacancy: Grounds Maintenance Operative.Think Recruitment are currently looking for Grounds Maintenance Operatives / Gardeners required to work with leading and ambitious grounds maintenance provider in the SG13 area.Hours can vary from day to day depending on the location of site, travel time paid.R

Carpenter Location: Havant Salary: £36,250 per year We are currently recruiting for an experienced Carpenter to join a well-established social housing contractor working across domestic properties in Havant and the surrounding areas.The Role You will be carrying out a range of carpentry r

If you are a hands on, multi skilled maintenance person who likes variety and takes pride in keeping places safe, tidy and working properly, this is a role where your work is noticed and genuinely matters.

Contract Type: Permanent, Full time, 40 hours.Working Location: East London (Tower Hamlets, Newham, Barking, Dagenham) and surrounding areas.Persona: Mobile worker - contractual hours to be worked from various locations such as resident homes with ad hoc office attendance as required.Closing Date: 9

Candidates will also be customer focused with experience of working in void properties, youll hold or be working towards holding a CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card and have a passion for completing high-quality repairs on time, first time.

Title: Maintenance Technician UPVC Carpenter.Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time, 40 hours per week.Persona: Mobile Working (van provided) contractual hours to be worked from various locations such as resident homes with ad hoc office attendance as required.Reporting Office: Stratford, London.Closin

What you'll be doing Carrying out a wide range of trade tasks across multiple properties Delivering safe, efficient, and high-standard repairs and maintenance Managing your own workload while working alongside a supportive team Maintaining a professional, customer-focused approach in occupie

Are you a multi-trader with joinery and plastering experience? Experience in landscaping and bricklaying could also be advantageous as they have multiple opportunities available.Salary: £150-£230 per day subject to skills and experience.Guaranteed 6 months work, and tendering for f

Proven experience in multiple trades, i.

I am looking for a Plumbing Multi for a firm who work in the domestic fire and flood insurance market and void properties.You will be doing mixture of bathrooms to include tiling and the same on kitchens.It is mainly domestic works you will be working on and you will be in and around the PO/SO and a

SW-007-VoidMul-254 Multi-Trader £24 - £25 per hour Working for a maintenance contractor in their voids team Long term temp (3months minimum) Voids will be in the SO & PO Postcodes Position good to knows * This is a temp role covering a voids contract in the Southampton and

Multi trade Maintenance Operative.Portsmouth and surrounding areas.We are recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Operative to join our clients maintenance team, who are completing reactive repairs to properties in and around the Portsmouth area.As a well established business, they put their peopl

Multi Trader South London Covering Merton, Sutton, Croydon & Kingston £24 Per Hour Monday – Friday 8 Hours Per Day We are currently looking for 2 experienced Plumber / Carpenter Multi Traders to join a busy residential maintenance contract covering South London.The role will main

The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference.Experience the pride of being part of a select group one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the

This is a mobile role suited to someone with a strong carpentry background and broad maintenance experience across multiple trades.

We're currently recruiting for an experienced/qualified.As you'll spend a fair amount of time on the road we will provide you with a business use van and fuel card so you'll not be out of pocket.This will be for the Planned Maintenance team at Blandford.Repairs Team and elsewhere depending on demand

As an Carpenter you will be responsible for:.To be considered for this role you should have:.A valid Vivo or Vinci Cards/Clearance.If this is of any interest for you, Please apply.Based on the south coast of England, The On Site Group are a specialist recruitment consultancy supplying into the Const

Fortus Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the industry.The Maintenance will include aspects of the following skills:.Requirements (Skills & Qualifications) of a Multi Trade:.Experien

If you're a skilled plasterer who takes pride in quality work and enjoys the variety that multi-trade working brings, this could be a great fit. Based in Cornwall, you'll join the South West repairs team as a Multi-Skilled Plasterer on a permanent, full-time basis (39 hours per week).

Working knowledge of other trades and willingness to carry out multi-skilled tasks.

Ability to carry out additional trades.

Operator / Industrial Site Support Operative.We are supporting a leading industrial energy infrastructure business in the recruitment of a hands-on Operator / Site Support Operative to join their operational team on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract.This is a varied position supporting the day-

CPCS Forklift Driver/ Construction Labourer required for an Interior Fit-out contractor working on a site in the Portsmouth area.This will not just be Forklift Driving and will involve labouring on site when the machine is not required to be used.Main Duties: * Unloading materials and plants with

Key Responsibilities: Assisting trades on site Moving materials and equipment Keeping site areas clean and organised General labouring duties as requiredRequirements: Previous labouring or site experience preferred but not essential Reliable, punctual, and hard-working Ability to work as part of a

Are you a strong and reliable Bricklayer’s Labourer with experience mixing sand and cement, assisting trades, and working on busy construction sites A well-established local building company is looking for a hardworking labourer to support bricklayers across sites in Hambledon, Chichester, Por

GARDEN MAINTENANCE OPERATIVE REQUIRED – COLESHILL – START ASAP We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Garden Maintenance Operative for long-term work in Coleshill.Requirements: ✅ Valid CSCS Card ✅ Full UK Driving Licence ✅ Experience in garden maintenance

Job Purpose Maintenance Operative.To undertake individually or as a member of the maintenance team the maintenance and upkeep of public rights of way in order to provide safe and convenient use by the public.The driving of a 4x4 vehicle in accordance with current driving test standards and to hold a

Would you like to be part of an award-winning multi-disciplinary team managing a wide range of greenspaces across the borough? Do you have skills and experience that you would like to use to maintain and enhance council-owned parks and open spaces?.Grounds Maintenance Operatives.Grounds Maintenance

Main Duties - Heavy lifting, assisting trades and other general Labouring duties required.

Carpenter Multi Trader - Housing Maintenance.Fortus Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the industry.We supply candidates from executive to operative level, and are currently working

Carpenter multi trades experienced in locks, glass fitting, window repairs (wood, sash, Upvc).

Carpenter Wroxham, Norfolk £33,000 - £35,000 + Overtime Opportunities We're looking for a skilled and detail-driven Carpenter to join our team in Wroxham. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tradesperson who takes pride in delivering high-quality, precision craftsma

Multi Skilled Carpenter - Maintenance Carpenter/Multi Skilled TEMP TO PERM Van supplied Resourcing Group is working with a well-known and well established maintenance contractor who specialise in carrying out planned maintenance, operating in occupied social housing properties, carrying out work

Ground Maintenance Operative Location - Merstone, Isle of Wight Pay - £12.LTD Umbrella Contract - Temporary Hours - Monday to Friday, 42 hours per week About the Role Service Care Solutions have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Ground Maintenance Operative to work for a Ho

A great temporary opportunity has arisen for a Proactive Maintenance Operative to work within student accommodation.This role is to start ASAP until October 2026.About the Role You will be responsible for keeping the student community safe, secure, and running smoothly.You will work directly with t

Carpenter/Joiner rate: £25 per hour paid UTR or PAYE Umbrella Contact David at Evolve Personnel (phone number removed) or (phone number removed) Overview We are seeking a skilled Joiner to join our dynamic team. Collaborate with other tradespeople on-site, including electricians and masons,

The Role: Carry out carpentry and general multi-trade repairs in residential properties Diagnose faults and complete repairs efficiently Ensure all work meets high quality and safety standards Handle occasional emergency and void property work What We're Looking For: NVQ Level 2 (or equiva