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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.

Job Advertisement – Resident Liaison Administrator Company: DCK Construction Location: London Borough Of Camden Job Type: Full-Time Salary: £162.50 gross per day About DCK Construction DCK Construction is a growing construction company committed to delivering high-quality projects while maintaining excellent communication and customer service for our residents and clients. We are looking for an organised, professional, and customer-focused Resident Liaison Administrator to join our team. Role Overview The successful candidate will provide administrative support while acting as the first point of contact for residents. This role requires excellent organisational skills, confidence communicating with the public, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities • Create, maintain, and update Excel spreadsheets and project trackers accurately., • Contact residents by telephone to arrange appointments for planned construction works and property surveys., • Liaise with residents professionally, answering queries and providing updates on scheduled works., • Prepare, print, and post letters and other correspondence to residents., • Maintain accurate records of appointments, communications, and project progress., • Support the Resident Liaison team with general administrative duties., • Ensure all resident information is handled confidentially and in accordance with company procedures., • Work closely with site teams and project managers to ensure appointments and communications are coordinated efficiently. Essential Requirements • Previous experience in an administrative or Resident Liaison Officer (RLO) support role is desirable., • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including creating and updating spreadsheets and trackers., • Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail., • Confident telephone manner with experience booking appointments and communicating with customers., • Excellent written and spoken English., • Ability to prioritise workload and work independently., • Professional, friendly, and customer-focused approach., • Full UK driving licence is essential. Desirable • Experience within the construction, social housing, or property maintenance sector., • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Outlook., • Experience working with residents and coordinating appointments. What We Offer • £162.50 gross per day., • Opportunity to work with a growing and supportive construction company., • Ongoing training and career development., • Friendly and professional working environment. If you are highly organised, enjoy working with people, and have the skills to provide excellent administrative support and resident liaison services, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the DCK Construction team.

Join one of the UK's fastest-growing food businesses. Are you looking for an opportunity to grow your career in a fast-paced, ambitious food business? Do you enjoy leading a team, solving problems on the production floor, and making sure operations run smoothly? If you're passionate about food production, efficiency, and delivering high-quality products to customers, we'd love to hear from you. We're Planthood, one of the UK's fastest-growing health food companies. Our mission is simple: to help people live healthier, happier lives by making delicious plant-based whole foods more accessible. From our production kitchen in East London, we prepare and deliver thousands of meals across the UK every week. Since launching from Hilary & Will's kitchen in 2020, we've cooked over 4 million meals, appeared on BBC Dragons' Den, and grown by more than 300% year-on-year. As we continue to grow, we're looking for an Operations Coordinator (Depositing & Dispatch) to take ownership of one of the most important stages of our production process. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys leading a team, improving processes and making a real impact on the day-to-day success of our operation. Role Overview The Operations Coordinator (Depositing & Dispatch) is responsible for coordinating and leading one of the most important areas of Planthood's production operation. Our production process is divided into two key departments: Kitchen Production and Packing & Dispatch Production. Once our chefs have prepared sauces and meal components, your team takes over. You'll oversee the depositing process, ensuring our chef made sauces are accurately portioned into pouches using our Riggs Autopack depositing machines, before being sealed using our continuous stand-up sealing machine and prepared for dispatch. As Planthood continues to scale, you'll help lead the introduction of our new twin-head depositing machine and support the launch of our hot filling operation, playing an important role in the next phase of our production growth. You'll coordinate a small production team, keep production running efficiently, maintain high food safety and quality standards, and ensure customer orders are produced accurately and on time. This role combines production coordination, team leadership, equipment ownership, food safety, operational reporting and continuous improvement. Working closely with Production, Quality Control, Warehouse and Operations teams, you'll play a key role in ensuring products move efficiently through production and into our customers' homes. Key Responsibilities Production Coordination • Coordinate daily depositing and packing operations to achieve production targets., • Allocate tasks and manage workflow across the team throughout the shift., • Monitor productivity, efficiency and output during production runs., • Adapt production plans in real time to respond to operational changes., • Ensure production plans are completed accurately and on schedule., • Lead by example and create a positive, motivated and accountable team culture. Depositing Operations • Coordinate the daily operation of our Riggs Autopack Model 1000 depositing machines., • Ensure hot and cold sauces are deposited accurately and consistently., • Oversee the sealing process using our continuous stand-up sealing machine., • Ensure packaging, sealing and labelling standards are maintained., • Monitor allergen controls and food safety procedures throughout production., • Minimise waste and maximise production efficiency., • Support new product launches and production trials. Equipment Ownership & Process Management • Become the operational owner of the depositing and sealing equipment., • Carry out machine start-up, shut-down and routine operational checks., • Troubleshoot day-to-day equipment issues and resolve minor faults where possible., • Escalate maintenance issues where required and work with relevant teams to minimise downtime., • Support the implementation of new equipment and production technologies. Dispatch & Stock Control • Coordinate finished goods counts and dispatch readiness., • Ensure products are organised, labelled, counted and prepared correctly for shipment., • Maintain accurate production and dispatch records., • Support stock accuracy and product traceability., • Work closely with the Warehouse and Dispatch teams to ensure smooth operational flow. Food Safety & Compliance • Ensure team adherence to HACCP, allergen management and food safety standards., • Complete and review production records and operational documentation., • Support investigations into quality issues and operational incidents., • Escalate food safety, quality and compliance concerns appropriately., • Maintain audit readiness within the depositing and dispatch areas. Team Leadership & Development • Lead, support and motivate the depositing and dispatch team., • Train and onboard new team members on production processes and equipment., • Monitor team performance and maintain accountability to standards., • Conduct regular coaching and feedback conversations., • Support the development of team capability and future talent. Communication & Stakeholder Liaison • Act as the main point of contact for depositing and dispatch operations., • Communicate effectively with Production, Quality Control, Warehouse and Operations teams., • Use Slack, spreadsheets and production reporting tools to communicate operational updates., • Flag production risks, delays, shortages and operational concerns., • Support coordination across departments to ensure production targets are achieved. Continuous Improvement • Identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement., • Drive improvements in production efficiency, workflow and organisation., • Support the implementation of new systems, processes and operational changes., • Contribute ideas that improve productivity, quality and team performance. Key Skills & Competencies • Previous experience in a food manufacturing or production environment., • Experience leading or coordinating a small production team., • Strong organisational and time management skills., • Confident leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach and support others., • Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and HACCP principles., • Confident numerical skills and ability to work with production targets and operational data., • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets., • Comfortable using communication tools such as Slack and email., • Ability to troubleshoot operational and equipment issues., • Strong communication skills and ability to work across multiple departments., • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced production environment. Key Behaviours • Strong sense of ownership and accountability., • Leads by example and sets high standards., • Proactive and solutions-focused., • Calm and organised under pressure., • Positive, professional and supportive., • Committed to food safety, quality and operational excellence., • Strong attention to detail., • Open to learning and continuous improvement., • Ambitious and motivated to grow with the business. What We Offer • A chance to join one of the UK's fastest-growing food businesses., • Opportunities to develop your leadership skills and progress your career., • A supportive, ambitious and collaborative team environment., • The opportunity to make a real impact as we continue to grow.

Job Purpose To develop and maintain strong relationships with clients by providing excellent customer service, understanding their needs, and delivering tailored solutions. The Relationship Manager is responsible for managing client accounts, supporting business growth, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction, and maintaining long-term business relationships. Key Duties • Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with existing and prospective clients., • Act as the primary point of contact for client enquiries, requests, and concerns., • Understand clients' business needs and recommend suitable products or services., • Manage client accounts, ensuring accurate records and timely follow-up on all communications., • Coordinate with internal departments to ensure efficient delivery of services and prompt resolution of client issues., • Monitor client satisfaction and implement strategies to improve customer retention and loyalty., • Identify opportunities to grow existing accounts and generate new business., • Prepare reports on client activities, account performance, and business development opportunities., • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant regulatory requirements. Skills Required • Experience in relationship management, account management, customer service, or business development., • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build lasting professional relationships., • Excellent negotiation and problem-solving abilities., • Strong organisational and time management skills., • Ability to manage multiple client accounts and prioritise workloads effectively., • Commercial awareness with the ability to identify business opportunities., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and customer relationship management (CRM) systems., • Ability to work independently and collaboratively to achieve business objectives.

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Office Administrator to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting day-to-day operations within a busy window manufacturing and installation business. Previous experience within a window, glazing, or manufacturing environment is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities • Manage general office administration and ensure smooth day-to-day operations, • Handle incoming calls, emails, and customer enquiries in a professional manner, • Coordinate job bookings, installations, and service appointments, • Liaise with suppliers, contractors, and internal teams (factory, installers, and management), • Prepare and process quotations, invoices, and purchase orders, • Maintain accurate records, job files, and documentation, • Support project coordination and track progress of ongoing works, • Assist with scheduling engineers and installation teams, • Ensure compliance with company procedures and industry standards Requirements • Previous experience in an administrative role (essential), • Experience within a window manufacturing, glazing, or construction-related company (preferred), • Strong organisational and time management skills, • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks, • High attention to detail and accuracy, • Professional and dependable approach

Location: Oxford, UK Salary: £50,200 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week TENGFEI INTERNATIONAL LTD We are seeking an experienced International Business Consultant to join our growing advisory team. The successful candidate will support overseas corporate clients with UK market entry, business expansion and cross-border commercial projects. Key Responsibilities • Analyse clients' UK market entry and business expansion plans., • Prepare business plans, financial forecasts and market research reports., • Coordinate accounting, tax, payroll and compliance workstreams with internal teams., • Manage consultancy projects, including client communications and project delivery., • Prepare management reports and provide commercial recommendations., • Support overseas clients in establishing and developing UK operations. Requirements • Degree qualification or equivalent professional experience., • Experience in international business consultancy, market entry or cross-border business development., • Strong analytical and project management skills., • Excellent communication and client relationship management abilities., • Experience working with overseas corporate clients is desirable., • Business-level English; additional language skills are advantageous. What We Offer • Competitive salary., • Opportunity to work with international clients., • Career development within a growing consultancy business., • Professional and supportive working environment.