Building and Construction

Repairs Team Leader
19th August 2026 by

Repairs Team Leader
Permanent
£42,000 – £43,000
Swadlincote
Hamilton Woods Associates are currently recruiting for a Repairs Team Leader to join a social housing provider on a permanent basis.

Duties & Responsibilities of the Repairs Team Leader:

Supervise and lead a diverse team of multi-skilled operatives.
Oversee the timely and safe completion of all repair and voids works, ensuring they meet the highest quality standards.
Plan, coordinate and allocate resources effectively to ensure project deadlines are met.
Monitor team performance, offering support, guidance, and training to drive productivity and maintain quality.
Ensure full compliance with health and safety policies, procedures, and regulations.

Essential Requirements of the Repairs Team Leader:

Full UK Driving Licence
Previous experience within a repairs supervisory position

To be considered for this exciting role, please contact Connor Lamb – Recruitment Consultant at Hamilton Woods on 01509 276158 or apply online with a covering note of your experience and suitability referencing the job ID number. Due to the exceptionally high level of applications if you have not heard back from HWA within 7 – 10 days, it is regrettable that we cannot respond to all applicants, and please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

Architect
18th August 2026 by

My Shrewsbury based client is currently recruiting for an Architect – Hybrid working

My client is looking for an ambitious Architect who is keen to grow in a busy studio. You will have both design and technical skills, be fluent in problem solving and have a strong eye for detail.

You will be responsible for planning and designing buildings and land areas regarding functional and aesthetic requirements, budgets and timescales.

Salary: Competitive dependent on experience

37 hours per week (Hybrid working)

25 days holiday plus bank holidays and increasing with service

Support with career progression and education

Paid professional memberships

BUPA health cash plan

Critical illness insurance

Life Assurance scheme

Discretionary bonus scheme

Cycle2work scheme

Responsibilities:-

Take receipt of a brief from your Manager and with only limited intervention from them, develop it into a design in line with the RIBA Plan of Work
Contribute to and help co-ordinate the development of Pre-Construction Information in line with the RIBA Plan of Work and specified Deliverables and DRM
Achieve efficient and effective designs using robust and sustainable design solutions
Prepare compliant designs by following UK Construction Law, British Standards and relevant CoPs
Choose or advise on material selection
Author specifications using Company’s NBS Masters. Source and evidence supporting and up-to-date technical information from manufacturers
Participate in Project Reviews and coordination workshops
Assist in gathering and preparing information required to support statutory submissions, such as Planning, Building Regulations and Building Safety Gateways
Negotiate with statutory bodies, write reports and complete statutory submissions (Planning Applications / Gateway submissions / Building Regulations etc)
Attend meetings and workshops with Clients, Designers, Contractors, and other Specialists
Support the Project Lead with the maintenance of the Design Risk Registers
Use Document Control on your project(s) in line with Company’s Protocols

Skills and experience:-

ARB registered Architect
Proven commercial and contractual awareness
Advanced knowledge of SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and other digital imaging tools
Good knowledge of Autodesk Revit
Routine use of Newforma Project Centre for managing email, creating, issuing and preserving record documents and sharing files

Contact Alex at Major Recruitment Telford for further information

We will carefully consider your application and advise you if we’re able to progress with your application within 3 working days. If you do not hear from us within this time, your details won’t be retained. If you’re not successful on this occasion please continue to apply to future roles we advertise.

Major Recruitment are an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Should you be seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment or contract you will find our staff professional and courteous and our interview process straight forward. We are located in thriving Telford, and we focus on jobs in Shropshire, Staffordshire, North Wales and Wolverhampton. Major Recruitment specialise in industrial, commercial, driving and technical recruitment

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Gas Operations Manager
18th August 2026 by

Gas Operations Manager

Trafford, Manchester (hybrid working)

35 pw

£50,000- £55,000

6 months+

Hamilton Woods Associates are recruiting for a Gas Operations Manager for a social housing provider. The purpose of the role is to be responsible for ensuring the organisation meets all statutory gas safety and compliance requirements across its housing portfolio. The role will oversee the delivery of gas servicing, repairs, and installs.

Responsibilities of the Gas Manager:

Ensure full compliance with the Gas Safety Regulations and all other relevant legislation.
Oversee the delivery of annual gas safety inspections across the housing portfolio.
Ensure all properties maintain valid CP12 Gas Safety Certificates.
Develop and maintain gas safety policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks.
Ensure all gas-related works are carried out by engineers registered with the Gas Safe Register.

Ensure works are completed within agreed service level agreements (SLAs).

Oversee gas servicing programmes and planned boiler replacement programmes.
Ensure responsive repairs relating to gas appliances and heating systems are delivered efficiently.
Manage gas emergency response procedures and ensure swift resolution of safety issues.

Provide leadership and technical support to internal teams
Ensure staff receive appropriate training and maintain required certifications.
Support the development of best practice in gas compliance and maintenance.

Monitor gas safety compliance performance and produce reports for senior management.
Lead internal audits and compliance checks relating to gas safety.
Ensure accurate records are maintained for all servicing, repairs, and installations.

Promote a strong health and safety culture across the property services team.
Investigate gas-related incidents and ensure lessons learned are implemented.
Ensure risk assessments and safe working procedures are adhered to.

Plant Workshop Manager
18th August 2026 by

Plant Workshop Manager
Hemel Hempstead
Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

Ready to take full control of a busy, high-performing service operation?

We are working with a leading plant hire business in Hemel Hempstead who are looking for a confident, hands-on Service Manager to lead from the front in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

This isn’t a role for someone who wants to sit behind a desk, it’s for a proactive leader who thrives on pace, takes ownership, and knows how to drive performance across a large engineering team.

You will be responsible for a fleet of circa 1,200 units and leading a team of 25 fitters, including mobile engineers, ensuring everything runs efficiently, safely, and without delay.

What you’ll be doing:

Taking full ownership of the service department and driving performance daily
Leading, motivating, and developing a large team of fitters and engineers
Keeping a large fleet operational, compliant, and ready to meet customer demand
Managing servicing, breakdowns, inspections, and major repairs
Working closely with the Workshop Supervisor to keep operations running smoothly
Driving efficiency, reducing downtime, and identifying cost-saving opportunities
Maintaining high standards of health & safety and compliance
Communicating clearly with your team through briefings and toolbox talks

What we’re looking for:

A proven Service / Workshop / Engineering Manager within plant hire or similar
A strong leader who can manage people, performance, and pressure
Someone who thrives in a busy, fast-moving environment
Organised, decisive, and solutions-focused
Comfortable juggling multiple priorities without losing control of the detail
Plant or construction equipment background highly desirable
NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance (or equivalent) a bonus

Why this role?

Join a well-established, growing business with a strong reputation
Take real ownership of a large-scale operation
Lead an experienced and capable engineering team
Be part of a business where you can genuinely make an impact

What’s on offer:

Competitive salary (DOE)
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Ongoing training & development
Subsidised gym membership
Enhanced leave benefits
Wellbeing support
Regular company events

If you are a driven Service Manager who enjoys being in the thick of it and making things happen, this is the opportunity to step into a role where you can truly lead, influence, and deliver.

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

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Hire Desk Controller
18th August 2026 by

Hire Desk Controller

Salary: From £46,080 + per year, depending on experience
Hours: 6:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday
Saturdays: 6:00am – 1:00pm, two Saturdays per month
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

A busy and growing tool and plant hire business is seeking an experienced Hire Desk Controller to join its team and play a key role in keeping customers, equipment and daily operations running smoothly.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the hire desk, handling customer enquiries, coordinating deliveries and collections, and working closely with the workshop and wider team to ensure a reliable and efficient service.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced hire desk professional who understands the tool and plant hire industry, enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering a high level of customer service.

Key Responsibilities

The Hire Desk Controller will take ownership of the hire desk and ensure each hire is managed efficiently from initial enquiry through to off-hire.

Key responsibilities will include:

Handling hire enquiries and orders by phone, email, WhatsApp and face to face
Preparing hire contracts and associated paperwork
Coordinating deliveries and collections with drivers
Liaising with the workshop to ensure equipment is prepared and ready on time
Managing off-hires, stock transfers and purchase orders
Maximising hire and consumable sales
Maintaining strong fleet availability and utilisation
Building and maintaining positive customer relationships
Providing excellent customer service throughout the hire process
Assisting customers with loading and unloading when required
Ensuring all hire desk administration is accurate and up to date
Supporting the wider team with the smooth day-to-day running of the hire operation

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will have previous experience within the tool or plant hire industry and be confident working in a busy hire desk environment.

Essential Requirements

Previous experience within tool or plant hire
Hire desk experience
Good working knowledge of Syrinx
Strong communication and customer service skills
Good IT skills and excellent attention to detail
Ability to remain organised and work effectively under pressure
Honest, reliable and proactive approach
Full UK manual driving licence
Physically able to occasionally assist with loading and unloading

Why Join the Business?

This is an opportunity to join a growing and ambitious tool and plant hire business where the successful candidate will play an important role in the continued development of the operation.

The role offers:

Salary from £46,080, depending on experience
Full-time, permanent employment
A varied role with genuine responsibility
A friendly and team-focused working environment
The opportunity to work closely with customers, suppliers, drivers and workshop teams
A position where strong performance, reliability and customer service are highly valued
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Workshop Manager
18th August 2026 by

Workshop Manager
Hemel Hempstead
Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

Ready to take full control of a busy, high-performing service operation?

We are working with a leading plant hire business in Hemel Hempstead who are looking for a confident, hands-on Service Manager to lead from the front in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

This isn’t a role for someone who wants to sit behind a desk, it’s for a proactive leader who thrives on pace, takes ownership, and knows how to drive performance across a large engineering team.

You will be responsible for a fleet of circa 1,200 units and leading a team of 25 fitters, including mobile engineers, ensuring everything runs efficiently, safely, and without delay.

What you’ll be doing:

Taking full ownership of the service department and driving performance daily
Leading, motivating, and developing a large team of fitters and engineers
Keeping a large fleet operational, compliant, and ready to meet customer demand
Managing servicing, breakdowns, inspections, and major repairs
Working closely with the Workshop Supervisor to keep operations running smoothly
Driving efficiency, reducing downtime, and identifying cost-saving opportunities
Maintaining high standards of health & safety and compliance
Communicating clearly with your team through briefings and toolbox talks

What we’re looking for:

A proven Service / Workshop / Engineering Manager within plant hire or similar
A strong leader who can manage people, performance, and pressure
Someone who thrives in a busy, fast-moving environment
Organised, decisive, and solutions-focused
Comfortable juggling multiple priorities without losing control of the detail
Plant or construction equipment background highly desirable
NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance (or equivalent) a bonus

Why this role?

Join a well-established, growing business with a strong reputation
Take real ownership of a large-scale operation
Lead an experienced and capable engineering team
Be part of a business where you can genuinely make an impact

What’s on offer:

Competitive salary (DOE)
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Ongoing training & development
Subsidised gym membership
Enhanced leave benefits
Wellbeing support
Regular company events

If you are a driven Service Manager who enjoys being in the thick of it and making things happen, this is the opportunity to step into a role where you can truly lead, influence, and deliver.

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

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Workshop Fitter
18th August 2026 by

Workshop Fitter

Are you an experienced fitter, or have you recently completed an apprenticeship in a relevant mechanical or electrical discipline? Are you looking for a better work-life balance and a stable, permanent role within a supportive and well-established company?

We are working with a growing tool hire business across London and the Home Counties

The Role

As part of the workshop team, you will be responsible for fault-finding, repairs and maintenance of a wide range of electrical and mechanical equipment, including:

110V and cordless power tools
* Site equipment
* Petrol and 2-stroke equipment
* Diesel plant
* Air tools
* Hydraulic equipment
* Mechanical equipment

About You

You will have previous experience working with mechanical and/or electrical equipment, including diesel, petrol, hydraulics, pneumatics or electrics, or have recently completed a relevant apprenticeship in a mechanical or electrical discipline.

Experience may also include plant, power tools, powered access, generators, pumps, lifting equipment, or similar mechanical environments.

You will also bring:
* A strong work ethic with honesty and integrity
* A practical, problem-solving approach
* Good attention to detail and ability to multi-task
* A positive attitude and sense of humour
* Strong organisation and reliability

Hours

Monday-Friday, 7:30am-5:00pm

Salary

£30,000 – £45,000 per annum (DOE)

What’s on Offer

Monthly bonus scheme
* 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 with service)
* Enhanced pension scheme
* Health Cash Plan
* Workwear and PPE provided
* Refreshments
* Plus many more amazing benefits

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Workshop Fitter
18th August 2026 by

Workshop Fitter

We are working with a growing tool hire business across London and the Home Counties

The Role

As part of the workshop team, you will be responsible for fault-finding, repairs and maintenance of a wide range of electrical and mechanical equipment, including:

110V and cordless power tools
* Site equipment
* Petrol and 2-stroke equipment
* Diesel plant
* Air tools
* Hydraulic equipment
* Mechanical equipment

About You

Experience may also include plant, power tools, powered access, generators, pumps, lifting equipment, or similar mechanical environments.

Hours

Monday-Friday, 7:30am-5:00pm

Salary

£30,000 – £45,000 per annum (DOE)

What’s on Offer

Monthly bonus scheme
* 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 with service)
* Enhanced pension scheme
* Health Cash Plan
* Workwear and PPE provided
* Refreshments
* Plus many more amazing benefits

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Joiner
14th August 2026 by

Joiner

Padiham, Lancashire

Temporary – Permanent

£22 Umbrella/CIS

+ van and fuel card

Hamilton Woods Associates are currently working with a public sector contractor to recruit a Joiner to work on reactive repairs. Secondary skills in other trades would be advantageous.

Responsibilities of the Joiner includes:

Completing reactive joinery and plumbing work on social housing properties
Working on planned jobs in void properties
Renovating and re-fitting work tops and kitchen units
Fitting skirting boards and architraves
Hanging doors
Ensuring adherence to health and safety procedures
Maintaining van stock
Ensuring customer satisfaction
Maintaining a clean and working environment within customers’ homes

Essential criteria of the Joiner includes:

Full UK Driving License
Basic secondary skills in other trades is advantageous

To be considered for this exciting role, please contact Davina Simon – Delivery Consultant at Hamilton Woods or apply online with a covering note of your experience and suitability referencing the job ID number. Due to the exceptionally high level of applications if you have not heard back from HWA within 7 – 10 days, it is regrettable that we cannot respond to all applicants, and please assume you are unsuccessful

Assistant Quantity Surveyor
13th August 2026 by

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Norfolk | Full Time & Fully On-site | Permanent

Build Your Construction Career on Projects That Matter!

Are you an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking for more than just another role?

We’re working with a well-established and highly respected construction business delivering a diverse portfolio of heritage restoration, sustainable construction, and bespoke building projects across East Anglia. This is an opportunity to join a company where quality comes first, craftsmanship is valued, and every project has a story behind it.

You’ll be part of a close-knit team, gaining exposure to high end residential construction projects that combine traditional building methods with modern sustainable practices. Whether you’re looking to build on existing experience or take the next step towards becoming a Quantity Surveyor, you’ll be supported every step of the way.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Assisting with project cost management from pre-construction through to final account.
Preparing and reviewing valuations, variations and subcontractor payments.
Supporting the procurement of subcontractors and suppliers.
Monitoring project costs and helping to identify commercial risks and opportunities.
Assisting with contract administration and maintaining commercial records.
Working closely with site teams, clients and supply chain partners.
Contributing to project reporting and financial forecasting.

What We’re Looking For:

Previous experience within a Quantity Surveying or Assistant Quantity Surveying role.
Experience within construction, refurbishment or specialist building projects.
Good commercial awareness and attention to detail.
Strong communication and relationship building skills.
A proactive and organised approach to work.
Relevant qualifications in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management or working towards them.

Why Apply?

Competitive salary ranging £35,000 – £40,000 p.a. depending on experience.
Benefits package including:

Company Pension Scheme
Gym Membership
Health & Wellbeing Programme

Join a well-established and highly regarded construction company.
Work on prestigious and architecturally impressive projects.
Enjoy a role with genuine autonomy and influence within the business.
Be part of a supportive, collaborative, and sociable team culture that regularly comes together outside of work.
Excellent opportunities for long-term career development and progression.

This role offers the chance to join a growing contractor that has built an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality projects with a focus on sustainability, craftsmanship and long-term client relationships. Their work ranges from the careful restoration of historic buildings to the delivery of environmentally conscious new build projects.

If you’re looking for a role where you can develop your commercial skills while working on projects you can genuinely be proud of, we’d love to hear from you.

Please contact our office on 07341 497822 or email Louisa Coggs at louisacoggs@major-recruitment.com

Major Recruitment acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and an Employment Business for temporary opportunities.

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