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Technical Leadership. Modernisation Expertise. Field Excellence.Are you a highly technical lift professional possibly a former Engineer ready to step into a leadership role within a Private Equity-backed engineering services business?Liftec Express a leading independent provider of lift and escalator maintenance, repair and modernisation services across the UK is entering an exciting phase of growth and value creation.We are now seeking a Field Manager/Senior Field Engineer with strong lift modernisation experience to oversee site operations across multiple projects, working closely with the Project Manager to ensure safe, high-quality and profitable delivery.Full training and support are available for engineers looking to progress into a management role.The Role at a Glance:Field Manager / Senior Field EngineerSouth East / London / Home Counties - Access to Dartford or Andover Offices£50,000 - £55,000Plus Extensive Benefits Package in Car AllowanceCore hours: Onsite 08:00-17:00, with one hour for lunchNote: We will buy you out of any training funded by your current employer.Company: Pioneer of the British lift industry. Formally part of global brand Otis - Private Equity-backed by R Capital since 2025. An independent service provider, specialising in the supply, installation, maintenance, repair and modernisation of all types of lift equipmentPedigree: Clients include national retail chains/major hospitals, large facilities management providers and MOD sitesCulture: Safety, Ethics & Quality FocusedYour Background: Lift Engineer with modernisation or installation experienceQualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Lift Engineering (essential)Who we are:Liftec Express is a well-established, highly respected name in the UK lift and escalator services sector. Previously part of OTIS, the world's leading manufacturer and service provider of elevators, escalators, and moving walkways - the business is now owned by R-Capital and, with greater agility as a standalone company, is gearing for accelerated growth.The business delivers installation, maintenance, repair and modernisation solutions across commercial, residential and public-sector environments including prestigious and high-profile sites.As a Private Equity-backed organisation, Liftec Express is focused on operational excellence, safety, quality and sustainable growth. This is an opportunity to join a technically strong, supportive environment where engineering expertise is highly valued.Ready to take the next step in your career?Reporting to and working alongside a Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the effective day-to-day management of site operations on lift installation or modernisation projects.You will define project objectives and manage multiple installation or modernisation sites, supervising the installation of equipment, monitoring site progress and coordinating with stakeholders both on- and offsite. Ensuring projects run on time and within budget will be central to your role, alongside monitoring engineers and subcontractors to maintain delivery standards.You will communicate and coordinate with owners, architects, consultants, contractors, suppliers and subcontractors, acting as the key technical point of contact on site.Working closely with the wider project team, you will mitigate safety, ethics and quality risks, ensuring compliance with Liftec Express policies as well as government and legal requirements. You will support customer satisfaction, provide technical engineering guidance and contribute to improved project profitability.You will also train and monitor subcontractors (where applicable), ensuring high standards of safety, quality and operational delivery across all projects.About You:An experienced lift professional with a strong background in installation and/or modernisation, you bring deep technical knowledge of lift systems and site-based operations.An NVQ Level 3 in Lift Installation (or equivalent) is essential. NVQ4 in Lift Commissioning, SMSTS or SSSTS certification and an appropriate CSCS card would be advantageous.You have excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders in a dynamic, customer-focused environment. Organised and self-reliant, you are comfortable managing site activities, monitoring progress and maintaining accurate documentation.Strong computer skills and commercial awareness underpin your ability to support project performance and profitability.Whether you are already operating in a field management capacity or are a senior engineer ready to step up, you will be supported with structured training and development.Benefits:Access to Discounts PlatformPension (Day 1) - AvivaHoliday 25 days per year plus bank holidays holiday year - January to DecemberWellness (Day 1) - Employee Assistance ProgrammeDeath in Service (Day 1) 3 x Salary - Canada LifeSickness Scheme - DiscretionaryFamily Policies - Industry-leading enhanced maternity and paternity provision subject to serviceIncentive Scheme - DiscretionaryCar AllowanceOvertime paid Monday to Saturday at 1.5 times the normal rate and on Sunday/Bank Holidays at 2 times pre-approved only.Night call: One week in four; standby £50 per weekday night, £125 per weekend night.Engineer Incentive Scheme - DiscretionaryRadius Pay detailed in Variable Pay PolicyEmployee Referral SchemeWhy Join Liftec Express?Technical leadership role within a respected PE-backed engineering businessStrong pipeline of installation and modernisation projectsClear progression pathway from Engineer to Field ManagementSupportive, safety-first cultureOpportunity to influence quality, performance and customer satisfactionIf you are a technically strong Lift Engineer or Field Supervisor looking to progress into a Field Manager role within a respected engineering services business, we would love to hear from you.Apply now to explore this opportunity in confidence.Application notice... We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details.If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.TPBN1_UKTJ

Pioneer of the British lift industry, a Private Equity-backed SME, seeks a Finance Director/Chief Financial Officer to lead the finance function, drive transformation and support ambitious growth. You will partner with the Managing Director and private equity stakeholders to own FP&A, controls, reporting and tax, and to deliver timely monthly accounts while guiding restructuring and efficiency initiatives. The role is hands-on at board level with deep involvement in the detail. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Regional Commercial Director| | || --- | --- || Location: | Purfleet, Essex || Salary: | Competitive || Contract: | Permanent- Full Time |### Job DescriptionPURPOSEThe Regional Commercial Director is responsible for driving revenue growth, profitability, market share and customer retention across the Southern Region.The role goes beyond traditional sales leadership. The successful candidate will become Hireco’s commercial leader within the region, developing deep market knowledge, building long-term customer relationships and acting as the eyes and ears of the business.The role requires a comprehensive understanding of the transport, logistics and fleet sectors, ensuring Hireco is aware of emerging opportunities, market movements, competitor activity and customer requirements before they become visible to the wider market.RESPONSIBILITIES1. Commercial Strategy & Performance• Develop and implement the regional commercial strategy in line with Group objectives.• Deliver regional revenue, profitability and market share targets.• Maintain accountability for regional commercial performance.• Identify and secure growth opportunities across trailers, trucks, LCVs and associated services.• Support the development of long-term strategic growth plans.2. Sales & Business Development• Lead and develop the regional sales and account management function.• Drive new business acquisition with a focus on long-term contract hire and rental opportunities.• Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified opportunities.• Lead major tender submissions, commercial negotiations and contract renewals.• Ensure maximum penetration of existing customer accounts.3. Customer Relationship Management• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers throughout the region.• Develop trusted advisor relationships with customers and prospects.• Maintain regular contact with strategic accounts regardless of current trading activity.• Act as a senior escalation point for commercial issues.• Ensure exceptional customer retention and satisfaction levels.4. Market Intelligence & Regional Leadership• Develop an unrivalled understanding of the Southern transport and logistics market.• Create and maintain a detailed regional account map covering major fleet operators, logistics providers, retailers and transport companies.• Maintain relationships with customers, prospects, manufacturers, dealers, maintenance providers and industry influencers.• Identify future opportunities, fleet replacement programmes, acquisitions, tender opportunities and market developments.• Monitor competitor activity, pricing strategies and market movements.• Provide monthly market intelligence reports to the Executive Team.• Ensure Hireco maintains visibility and influence throughout the region.• Act as the primary source of commercial market intelligence for Southern England.• Develop relationships with target accounts even where Hireco currently has no business.5. Operational Alignment• Work closely with Operations, Fleet, Maintenance and Engineering teams.• Ensure customer expectations are consistently exceeded.• Support fleet utilisation and asset performance objectives.• Ensure seamless mobilisation and implementation of new contracts.6. Governance & Risk• Ensure all commercial activities comply with company policies and governance requirements.• Manage commercial risk appropriately.• Promote a culture of accountability, ownership and continuous improvement.Key Accountabilities• Achievement of regional revenue and profitability targets.• New business acquisition and contract wins.• Customer retention and account growth.• Sales pipeline health and conversion rates.• Market intelligence quality and reporting.• Growth of strategic relationships across the region.• Development of future opportunity pipeline.• Regional market share growth.ExperienceSignificant experience within a senior commercial leadership role.• Proven track record of revenue growth and business development success.• Experience within transport, logistics, fleet management, truck leasing or trailer leasing sectors.• Experience leading regional sales teams and managing major customer relationships.• Strong understanding of contract hire and fleet operations.Skills & Knowledge• Strong commercial and financial acumen.• Excellent negotiation and influencing skills.• Deep understanding of transport and logistics markets.• Strong networking and relationship-building capabilities.• Ability to identify opportunities before competitors.• Strategic thinking and market analysis skills.• Customer-focused approach.Behaviours & Competencies• Commercially driven.• Results focused.• Relationship builder.• Highly visible and proactive.• Strong leadership presence.• Resilient and adaptable.• Collaborative and team-oriented.• Professional and credible.Additional Requirements• Extensive travel throughout Southern England.• Full UK Driving Licence.### How to ApplyIf you wish to apply for this job, please email your CV and cover letter to *info@hireco.co.uk.Hireco is an equal opportunities employer.* #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Type:Full-TimeSalary: 47760 - 65000 per annum As part of the Commercial Partnering team, AWE is seeking a Sourcing Business Partner to play a critical role in shaping and articulating the commercial strategy, future demand planning requirements for our Operational Business Units ensuring that strategic outcomes are clearly articulated and understood by procurement delivery teams. This role involves fostering a deep understanding of procurement operations and promoting stakeholder education. The successful candidate will act as a strategic commercial advisor, building strong partnerships with business stakeholders to support effective procurement outcomes. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for diversity in their role, as no two days are the same and you will be faced with new challenges to overcome on a regular basis. Package: 47,760 to 65,000 (depending on experience) and m arket leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Location: Based in Reading, working on site in Aldermaston and/or Burghfield two days minimum per week. Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight, meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Ready to play your part? At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? The role of a Sourcing Business Partner is to actively contribute towards securing short and long-term successful business for AWE and act as single point of contact for your designated business function for all Commercial and Procurement activities. You will be responsible for: Act as the Commercial representative for assigned business areas, accountable for sourcing contributions including efficiencies and risk mitigation. Ensure early engagement with stakeholders to align category strategies, preferred suppliers, and business needs with Category Managers. Serve as the single point of contact (SPOC) for Commercial and Procurement matters, building strong stakeholder relationships and managing escalations. Support make/buy decisions and link business strategies and forecasts with Category Management for upcoming projects. Collaborate on tailored sourcing strategies for specialised teams (e.g., R&D/Product Development) with Category Management. Drive savings and efficiencies through sourcing plans across relevant spend categories. Provide input to Process & Performance and support Service Centre development. Working with your stakeholders leads, develop a Commercial and Procurement pipeline, while constructing a formal demand management plan that translates Procurement requirements into operational resource and strategic requirements. Who are we looking for? We are ideally seeking an individual with a high level of commercial acumen, five to seven years of Commercial and Procurement experience, Category Management, Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Relationship Management, with excellent stakeholder management skills and a resilient approach to driving change. You should be able to demonstrate an innovative approach to problem solving. We do need you to have the following: Good standard of general education including Maths and English or equivalent experience. MCIPS, CIPS or APM Project Management qualification would be beneficial. Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following: Previously worked in a procurement environment. Drafting, reviewing, negotiating and managing contracts. Application of supplier management strategies to maximise benefits and minimise risk. Working with multiple stakeholders and delivering multiple objectives, on time in full. Dealing tactfully and constructively with challenging people and situations. Knowledge of public procurements regulations (desirable). Work hard, be rewarded: We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including: 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring. Hybrid working is available for this role on an informal, non-contractual basis. Minimum of 3 days onsite per week. #LI-RS1 #LI-Hybrid

Office-based sales professional to develop deep sea, air, and road freight services for clients over the phone. Requires 2+ years of freight sales experience and knowledge of global freight industry.

Company Description Title: Chef de Partie NIGHT SHIFT 8:30pm-4am Location: TILBURY Salary: 29K Benefits: 28 Days holiday including bank holidays Plus your birthday off 3 volunteering days 3 days grandparent leave 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave Secondary carer leave Wedding/commitment day leave Free meals on shift Bespoke training and development opportunities Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels Pension and life insurance Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema Wellbeing hub Access to employee assistance programme Cycle to work scheme Are you a culinary connoisseur and gastronomic genius? Do you have an insatiable passion for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create masterful dishes that delight the senses? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We wholeheartedly believe that the best food comes from nurturing talent, and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft, thats why invest in you to develop your professional growth. As a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves. If you are a passionate Chef de Partie keen to make a name for yourself within the food service industry, we would love to hear from you! Job Description Food Preparation prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head/sous chef; ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all times Station Management oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensure cleanliness in line with policies and procedures Quality Control maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times Team Collaboration communicate effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary Cleaning and Maintenance maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen including your designated area ensuring equipment is in good working order Qualifications Proven experience working in as a Commis Chef or similar role Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Strong communication and teamwork abilities Works according to the BaxterStorey core values Additional Information For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether thats an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve. We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of. Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our teams careers. Better is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us. Join us, and be part of the food revolution! BaxterStorey Values: ALWAYS VISIONARY We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail. WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people. CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better. FOREVER CONSCIOUS We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities. Interested? Even if you dont meet all requirements, wed like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds. BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality. Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team. TPBN1_UKCT

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