• At least 1 year's experience in a sales or customer service environment (inbound/outbound over the phone)
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• An empathetic, caring attitude
• Ability to manage and convert queries professionally
• Strong drive, ambition, and customer focus
• Familiarity with compliance criteria and cross-selling

This role is ideal for candidates who thrive in a fast-paced, expanding organisation and are eager to build a long-term career. You'll be supported with ongoing development and have access to an inspiring workplace with modern amenities, including a games room, flexible working options, and regular social events. In return for your dedication, you'll benefit from a competitive salary package, monthly incentives, a profit share scheme, and plenty of opportunities for career growth in a company recognised as a 3-star Best Company to work for. If you're enthusiastic about making a positive impact in a client-focused role and want to join a company at the forefront of their industry, this could be an excellent next step for you.

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this role, if you do not hear from us within this time you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability

• Experience as an Account Manager or within a customer service environment, ideally within finance or related sectors
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional yet friendly manner
• Ability to manage multiple client accounts effectively and prioritise tasks accordingly
• Proven problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to customer needs
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team

This role offers excellent benefits including a competitive salary package alongside performance-based bonuses and profit sharing, giving you the opportunity to be well rewarded in line with the company's success. Set in modern offices with a bar, games room and even showers, you'll receive excellent holidays, incentives and other benefits.  You'll join a friendly, supportive workplace, where your contribution truly matters. As part of this organisation, you'll have access to ongoing professional development and the chance to grow your career in a dynamic, client-focused environment. If you are passionate about customer experience and seek a role where your skills can make a real impact, this could be the perfect opportunity for you to thrive and progress.

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this role, if you do not hear from us within this time you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability

**Requirements include:**

• Fluent in French with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in sales, customer service, or account management (preferably in B2B or tourism sectors)
• Proficiency in MS 365 and CRM systems, with excellent data entry skills
• High level of organisation, accuracy, and attention to detail
• A positive, customer-focused mindset and team-oriented approach
• Interest or background in business tourism, conferences, or destination marketing is a plus
• Relevant qualifications or interest in fields such as Economics, Business, Modern Languages, or Tourism

Joining this friendly, supportive company offers numerous benefits including a pension scheme, healthcare plan, holiday entitlement of 28 days plus bank holidays, flexible working options including WFH, and a lively, inclusive work environment on Alderley Edge's high street. You’ll become part of a highly collaborative team that values professional growth, with opportunities for progression into roles such as Account Manager or Senior Account Manager. With a focus on sustainable and high-quality service, this role not only supports your career development but also encourages a healthy work-life balance in a company committed to flexible, family-friendly values.

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this role, if you do not hear from us within this time you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability

Salary: £40,000 - £48,000 depending on experience, equivalent to approximately £20-24 per hour based on a 40-hour week
Location: Field-based, covering London and the South East. Office based in Reading
Type of work and hours: Full-time, permanent. 40 hours per week, paid door-to-door
Benefits: Overtime available, 1 in 4 weekend on-call rota, up to 10% annual company bonus, company van, health cash plan, 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, rising by 1 day per year of service to a maximum of 30 days

Are you an experienced Fire Service Engineer looking for a varied, well-supported field role with strong earning potential, door-to-door pay and long-term career stability?

Our client is a specialist fire protection business seeking a capable Service and Small Works Engineer to join their service team. This is a field-based role covering customer sites across London and the South East, carrying out servicing, maintenance, testing, fault finding and small works on fire protection systems. You will be responsible for delivering safe, compliant and high-quality work, representing the business professionally on site and ensuring customers receive a reliable and technically competent service.

This role would suit an engineer with proven experience in fire systems service engineering, a strong understanding of relevant standards and regulations, and the ability to work independently across a mobile patch. You will need to be organised, technically confident and comfortable completing service records, reports and site documentation accurately. Experience with commissioning, small works, client handovers and supervising subcontract labour would be advantageous. The attached role profile highlights the need for experience in fire protection service engineering, knowledge of fire safety standards, technical documentation and site-based problem solving.

Job Description

As Fire Service Engineer, your duties will include:

• Carrying out planned servicing, maintenance, testing and fault finding on fire protection systems.
• Completing service visits in line with agreed schedules, customer requirements and relevant industry standards.
• Undertaking small works projects safely, efficiently and to a high technical standard.
• Supporting commissioning, client handover and completion documentation where required.
• Producing accurate service reports, worksheets, photographs, records and supporting documentation.
• Identifying and resolving technical issues on site, escalating concerns where appropriate.
• Liaising professionally with clients, site contacts, subcontractors and internal technical teams.
• Supporting cost control, materials planning and efficient delivery of service and small works jobs.
• Ensuring all work is completed in line with health and safety requirements, RAMS and company procedures.

Person Specification

Suitable applicants will ideally demonstrate:

• Proven experience as a Fire Service Engineer, Fire Systems Engineer or similar field-based fire protection role.
• Strong knowledge of fire safety systems, servicing requirements, regulations and relevant standards such as BS5839 and BS5306.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and service documentation.
• Good fault-finding, problem-solving and site-based decision-making skills.
• Strong communication skills and a professional approach when dealing with customers and site teams.
• Good organisation, time management and attention to detail.
• Competence using basic IT systems, including Microsoft Word and Excel, for reporting and record keeping.
• Full UK driving licence.
• CSCS, PASMA, IPAF or similar site qualifications would be beneficial.
• Experience preparing or working to RAMS would be desirable.
• Experience supervising subcontractors or junior engineers would be an advantage.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Fire Service Engineer to join a reputable specialist business offering a salary of £40,000 - £48,000, paid door-to-door working, overtime, a company van, annual bonus potential, health cash plan and a strong holiday allowance. The role offers varied field-based work across London and the South East, with the support of an established technical and service team.

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful, you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this vacancy, if you do not hear from us within this time, you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.

Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 DOE
Location: Remote / Site-Based – South East, London, M25, Kent, Essex
Type of Work: Full-time, permanent, remote and site-based

Are you an experienced Fire Project Manager with a strong background in fire detection and suppression systems, looking for a role where you can take ownership of complex, technically demanding projects across London and the South East?

Our client is looking to recruit a capable and commercially aware Project Manager to oversee the delivery of fire protection projects from planning and mobilisation through to completion and handover. This is a remote and site-based role, covering projects across the M25, London, Kent, Essex and the wider South East, so candidates will need to be based within reasonable reach of this region.

The role would suit someone with proven experience managing fire detection and suppression projects, ideally including exposure to data centre, critical infrastructure, commercial or high-compliance environments. You will be responsible for coordinating internal teams, subcontractors, suppliers and clients, ensuring projects are delivered safely, commercially and to the required technical standards.

Job Description

As Project Manager, your duties will include:

• Managing fire protection projects from initial planning through to final handover

• Defining project scope, deliverables, programmes, budgets and resource requirements

• Coordinating design, procurement, engineering, installation, commissioning and handover activity

• Managing site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and specialist delivery partners

• Reviewing designs, specifications, technical drawings and system layouts

• Ensuring work is delivered in line with relevant standards, regulations and client requirements

• Monitoring project performance, budgets, cost-to-complete forecasts and commercial risks

• Preparing and managing variations, applications for payment, valuations and final accounts

• Attending client meetings, progress reviews and site inspections

• Supporting high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance across all projects

Person Specification

Suitable candidates will ideally have:

• Proven experience managing fire detection, fire alarm and/or suppression system projects

• Technical knowledge of fire systems, including fire alarms, gas suppression, water mist, emergency voice systems, dry risers or related systems

• Previous experience delivering projects within commercial, construction, building services or critical environments

• Exposure to data centre projects would be highly advantageous

• Strong commercial awareness, including budget management, cost control, contract administration and variations

• The ability to manage subcontractors, site teams and internal stakeholders effectively

• Good understanding of construction programmes, sequencing and project lifecycle management

• Confidence interpreting technical drawings, schematics and compliance documentation

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build professional relationships with clients, consultants and delivery teams

• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office; project management or ERP system experience would be beneficial

Essential requirements include:

• Valid CSCS card

• SMSTS

• Full UK driving licence

• Relevant technical, engineering, construction or fire industry background

Desirable qualifications include:

• HNC, HND or degree in Engineering, Building Services, Fire Safety or a related discipline

• FIA, BS 5839, fire design or commissioning-related training

• First Aid, PASMA and/or IPAF

• Knowledge of CDM Regulations and experience working within principal contractor or specialist subcontractor environments

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Fire Project Manager to join a specialist business delivering technically interesting projects across the South East. The role offers a salary of £55,000 – £65,000 depending on experience, along with the opportunity to work on varied fire detection and suppression projects, including potential exposure to data centre environments.

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful, you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this vacancy, if you do not hear from us within this time, you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.

Salary: £21–£24 per hour, equivalent to £42,680–£49,920 per annum
Location: Milton Keynes / M1 Corridor – covering Northampton, Luton, Hertfordshire, Bedford and surrounding areas
Type of work and hours: Permanent, full-time, field-based role, Monday to Friday. Travel paid after the first 30 minutes each way. Overtime available at enhanced rates.

Are you an experienced Fire & Security Engineer looking for a varied field-based role covering commercial, education and infrastructure sites across the M1 corridor?

Our client is looking to recruit a skilled Fire & Security Engineer to join their established engineering team, supporting service, maintenance, fault-finding, repairs, small works and installation activity across a range of fire and security systems. This is a permanent opportunity offering strong earning potential, overtime, paid travel, a company van, healthcare and ongoing technical development.

The priority for this role is strong security systems experience, particularly IP CCTV, intruder alarms and door entry/access control systems. Applicants will also need practical experience working with fire alarm systems, with the ability to fault-find, maintain and carry out repairs to a good technical standard. The role would suit an engineer who is confident working independently, comfortable liaising with customers on site and able to manage a varied workload across multiple locations.

Job Description

Duties will include:

• Carrying out service, maintenance, fault-finding, repairs and small works across fire and security systems
• Working on CCTV systems, including IP and analogue systems, as well as intruder alarms, access control and door entry systems
• Maintaining and repairing fire alarm systems across commercial, education and other client sites
• Diagnosing faults across panels, circuits, devices and associated components, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently and safely
• Liaising with clients and site contacts when arranging, attending and completing works
• Completing risk assessments, method statements and job reports accurately
• Undertaking minor associated installation or making-good tasks where required
• Maintaining company vehicle stock, tools, equipment and records in line with company procedures
• Participating in an out-of-hours call-out rota, currently around 1 week in 12

Person Specification

Applicants should be able to demonstrate:

• Experience as a Fire & Security Engineer, Security Engineer or similar field-based systems role
• Strong working knowledge of IP CCTV, intruder alarm and door entry/access control systems
• Practical experience maintaining, fault-finding and repairing fire alarm systems
• Experience with systems such as Galaxy, Texecom, Hikvision, Dahua, Paxton, PAC, Videx, Gent, Advanced, Notifier, Morley, C-tec or similar would be advantageous
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements, site working practices and risk management
• Ability to work independently, prioritise workload and solve technical issues on site
• Strong customer-facing communication skills and a professional approach to service delivery
• Full UK driving licence

Experience with gates, barriers, disabled refuge systems or nurse call systems would be beneficial, although training can be provided where required.

Salary and Benefits

The role offers a salary of £21–£24 per hour, equivalent to approximately £42,680–£49,920 per annum, with travel paid after the first 30 minutes each way. Overtime is available at enhanced rates, with evenings paid at 1.5x and late shifts/weekends paid at 2x.

Benefits include company van and fuel, laptop, mobile, tools, pension, healthcare, 25 days’ holiday plus statutory bank holidays, overtime opportunities and paid call-out rota allowance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a capable Fire & Security Engineer to join a busy, growing engineering business offering variety, strong earning potential and the chance to continue developing across a wide range of fire and security technologies.

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful, you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this vacancy, if you do not hear from us within this time, you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.

Our client is a specialist engineering organisation delivering tailored Mechanical Engineering solutions. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Design Engineer to join their established team, working on a range of technically interesting projects from concept through to manufacture and installation.

This is a hands-on design role where you will be responsible for producing accurate drawings, layouts and supporting documentation for bespoke engineered systems. You’ll work closely with internal teams and occasionally visit customer sites to ensure designs are fit for purpose. The role would suit someone with a strong mechanical engineering background, confident producing 2D drawings, and keen to develop within a specialist engineering environment.

Job Description

• Produce detailed 2D design drawings and plant layouts for manufacturing and installation
• Develop general arrangement drawings, parts lists (BOMs) and fabrication details
• Carry out site surveys to inform system design and layout
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotations and support procurement activities
• Support inspection of fabricated components to ensure quality standards are met
• Work collaboratively with engineering, sales and project teams
• Maintain accurate drawing office records and adhere to design standards
• Provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle

Person Specification

• HNC (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Strong mechanical engineering background with design experience
• Proficient in AutoCAD 2D (3D experience such as Inventor advantageous)
• Experience producing manufacturing and fabrication drawings
• Comfortable working with bespoke or engineered-to-order systems
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established engineering business offering a competitive salary of £35,000–£45,000, a 10% bonus scheme, and a stable, supportive working environment. You’ll gain exposure to varied, technically engaging projects and have the opportunity to develop your skills within a specialist field.

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful, you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this vacancy, if you do not hear from us within this time, you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.

Salary: £80,000–£110,000 negotiable, depending on experience
Location: North West / Manchester
Type of work: Hybrid, ideally 3 days per week in the Manchester office, negotiable for the right person
Benefits: Executive company car, bonus scheme and wider senior-level package to be discussed

Role Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial / Contracts Manager to take commercial ownership across a growing portfolio of major infrastructure projects, typically ranging from £500,000 to £5 million in value, with an overall portfolio currently in the region of £20–25 million and expected to grow significantly.

This is a senior appointment for someone with strong contractual, financial and project commercial management experience. The priority is to appoint someone from a High Voltage, utilities or rail background, although candidates from civils, large-scale construction or complex infrastructure project environments will also be considered.

The successful candidate will act as the commercial bridge between finance, operations and project delivery teams, ensuring strong contract management, KPI and SLA performance, financial reporting, margin protection, risk management and commercial governance across multiple live and future projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial and contractual management of a portfolio of infrastructure projects from tender and contract award through to delivery, variations and final account.

• Act as the senior commercial interface between project delivery, finance, operations, clients, contractors and subcontractors.

• Oversee contract administration, ensuring obligations, timescales, notices, variations, claims and compensation events are managed effectively.

• Monitor project performance against budgets, forecasts, KPIs, SLAs and contractual deliverables.

• Support pricing, tender reviews, commercial strategy, risk assessment and bid decision-making for new opportunities.

• Drive cost control, margin protection, forecasting accuracy, cashflow visibility and commercial reporting.

• Review and manage applications for payment, subcontractor accounts, client valuations, variations and final accounts.

• Identify and mitigate commercial, contractual and financial risks across live projects and future workstreams.

• Work closely with finance to improve reporting, cost allocation, governance and overall project commercial visibility.

• Support the development of scalable commercial processes as the project portfolio grows.

Person Specification

• Significant experience in commercial management, contracts management, quantity surveying or a senior project commercial role.

• Background in High Voltage, utilities or rail infrastructure is strongly preferred.

• Experience from civils, construction, engineering or major infrastructure projects will also be considered.

• Strong knowledge of contract administration, commercial governance, variations, claims, risk management and final accounts.

• Good understanding of NEC contracts; experience with rail, utility or infrastructure frameworks would be advantageous.

• Strong financial awareness, including forecasting, budget control, margin analysis, cashflow and commercial reporting.

• Ability to interpret contracts and translate contractual obligations into practical project controls.

• Confident managing KPIs, SLAs and contractual performance measures.

• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence project teams, finance, senior leadership, clients and subcontractors.

• Technically credible, with enough understanding of infrastructure project delivery to challenge, support and guide project teams.

• North West based, with the ability to attend the Manchester office regularly.

• Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction, Engineering or a related discipline would be desirable but is not essential where experience is strong.

Opportunity

This is a senior commercial opportunity within a growing engineering and infrastructure group, offering the chance to shape commercial processes, strengthen project performance and play a key role in the next stage of business growth.

The role would suit an experienced Commercial Manager, Contracts Manager, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Technical Contracts Manager or commercially focused Project/Operations professional who is ready to take ownership of a substantial and growing portfolio.

The salary is expected to be in the region of £80,000–£110,000, negotiable depending on experience, with an executive car and bonus scheme available. Hybrid working is offered, with an ideal expectation of around 3 days per week in the Manchester office, although flexibility may be considered for the right candidate.

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful, you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this vacancy, if you do not hear from us within this time, you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.

Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per annum
Location: Midlands
Type of work: Full-time, permanent, hybrid working available with travel to sites, clients and suppliers as required

Are you a Quantity Surveyor looking for a role where you can take ownership of project commercial control across technical infrastructure projects?

Our client is a growing engineering business delivering specialist infrastructure projects across the UK. They are looking to appoint a capable Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial management of project delivery, with a focus on cost control, valuations, change management, subcontractor accounts and accurate commercial reporting.

This role would suit a QS with experience in HV, utilities, energy, infrastructure, civils, construction or another project-led engineering environment. HV sector experience would be advantageous, but it is not essential; our client is more interested in strong core QS capability, good commercial awareness and the ability to work confidently with project teams, clients and subcontractors.

Job Description

As Quantity Surveyor, your duties will include:

• Supporting the commercial management of live projects from award through to completion

• Preparing and managing applications for payment, valuations and commercial reporting

• Managing subcontractor accounts, including procurement support, valuations, variations and final accounts

• Supporting the identification, assessment and administration of project change

• Maintaining accurate commercial records, including instructions, communications, cost information and supporting evidence

• Assisting with cost forecasting, cashflow awareness, risk and opportunity reporting

• Working closely with project managers, finance and operational teams to monitor project performance

• Liaising professionally with clients, subcontractors and suppliers on commercial matters

• Supporting dispute avoidance through accurate records, early communication and clear commercial administration

Person Specification

Suitable applicants will ideally be able to demonstrate:

• Previous Quantity Surveying experience within construction, civils, utilities, infrastructure, engineering or a related project environment

• Experience of valuations, applications for payment, subcontract accounts and project cost control

• A working understanding of contract administration and change control

• NEC contract knowledge would be highly advantageous (Early Warnings, Compensation Events, programme obligations, change control etc.)

• Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to monitor costs, margins, forecasts and project performance

• Confident communication skills, with the ability to liaise with clients, subcontractors and internal project teams

• Good attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate commercial records

• Competence with Excel and commercial trackers / reporting tools

• A relevant QS, commercial, construction or engineering qualification would be desirable but is not essential

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing technical engineering business offering a salary of £50,000 – £60,000, hybrid working and the chance to develop your QS career within specialist infrastructure projects. If you are commercially aware, organised and looking for a role with genuine project involvement, we would welcome your application.

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful, you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this vacancy, if you do not hear from us within this time, you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.

Are you an organised and customer-focused administrator with experience in sales support, order processing, quotes or customer orders?

Our client is a well-established manufacturing business seeking a reliable and detail-focused Sales Administrator to join their busy office team. This is a varied role supporting day-to-day sales administration, customer service and operational coordination, working closely with internal teams to ensure orders, quotes and delivery requirements are processed accurately and efficiently.

This role would suit someone with previous experience in a sales administration, order processing, customer service or commercial support environment. You will need strong communication skills, good attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy office setting. Full training will be provided on internal systems and processes.

Job Description

As Sales Administrator, your duties will include:

• Responding to customer enquiries by phone and email in a professional and helpful manner

• Processing sales orders accurately from initial enquiry through to completion

• Preparing and issuing customer quotations

• Liaising with customers and internal teams regarding orders, pricing, deliveries and general queries

• Managing delivery schedules and updating customers where required

• Maintaining accurate customer, order and pricing information on internal systems

• Carrying out accurate data entry and general administrative duties

• Supporting the wider office and sales team with day-to-day administration

Person Specification

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience in sales administration, order processing, customer service or a similar office-based role

• Experience preparing quotes, processing orders or supporting a sales team would be highly beneficial

• Strong communication skills, with a confident and professional telephone manner

• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload

• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to administration

• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

• A positive, reliable and team-focused approach

• Minimum 5 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above, including Maths and English

This is a great opportunity to join a friendly, established business in a stable, office-based role offering full training, variety and the chance to become a valued part of a busy commercial support team. The role offers a salary of £23,500 - £25,500, company pension, cycle to work scheme and on-site parking.

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful, you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this vacancy, if you do not hear from us within this time, you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.

Our client, a niche manufacturing business based in Blackburn, is looking for a Financial Controller / Senior Management Accountant with strong knowledge of manufacturing processes.  Working as part of the management team, this person will be responsible for providing accurate financial information to the MD, work with departmental budget holders to resolve any concerns relating to financial performance and assist in the preparation of annual budgets.  Specific duties will include: -

• Costing of processes, COGS and management of gross margins
• Annual and half yearly forecast / reforecast with associated variance analysis
• Cost centre management
• Investigating price increases
• Producing monthly / quarterly management reports
• Working with departmental managers to ensure their adherence to forested costs and assisting them where necessary
• Various ad-hoc duties as required, particularly around financially related continuous improvement projects

The successful candidate will have a background that includes: -

• Qualified / Part Qualified CIMA or equivalent (study support will be provided if required)
• A strong understanding of Accountancy within a manufacturing environment (or similar business where cost control is of particular importance)
• Strong understanding of Cost Centre Management and Budget Preparation
• An eye for cost centre control with ability to reduce financial waste and maximise profits
• Great communication skills, who is comfortable providing expert advise to non-financial managers within the business

Send your CV in the first instance for a confidential chat.

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this role, if you do not hear from us within this time you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.

Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 depending on experience
Location: Reading
Type of work and hours: Full-time, hybrid working with 1 day per week office-based

Are you an experienced Design Engineer with a strong background in fire detection and/or suppression systems, looking for a technically varied role supporting complex projects from initial design through to delivery?

Our client is looking for a capable Design Engineer to join its established design function, supporting the development of compliant, practical and commercially sound fire systems solutions across a range of construction and building services projects. This role would suit someone with proven CAD design experience, strong technical knowledge of relevant fire standards, and the confidence to work closely with project, commercial, sales and operational teams.

You will be responsible for producing accurate drawings, system layouts, calculations, technical documentation and project design packs, ensuring designs are suitable for installation, commissioning and handover. Experience within fire detection and/or suppression is essential, while exposure to data centre projects would be a distinct advantage. The role may also suit candidates operating at Designer or Senior Designer level, particularly those with experience reviewing design work or supporting junior colleagues.

Job Description

As Design Engineer, your duties will include:

• Producing detailed CAD drawings, layouts, schematics and supporting technical design documentation for fire systems projects.
• Developing compliant fire detection and/or suppression system designs in line with client requirements, project specifications and relevant industry standards.
• Preparing calculations, method-related information, design notes and documentation to support procurement, installation and project delivery.
• Creating and updating as-built drawings, O&M information and other project handover documentation.
• Liaising with project managers, commercial teams, estimators, sales and site-based teams to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective and deliverable.
• Providing technical input for proposals, tenders, client meetings and internal project reviews.
• Supporting site teams with design-related queries during installation, commissioning and handover.
• Maintaining accurate design records and ensuring documentation is controlled, current and aligned with project requirements.

Person Specification

Suitable applicants will ideally demonstrate:

• Previous experience as a Design Engineer, CAD Designer, Fire Systems Designer, Building Services Designer or similar.
• Essential experience designing fire detection and/or fire suppression systems.
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit or similar CAD software, with 2D and ideally 3D capability.
• Good understanding of relevant standards and regulations, such as BS5839, BS5266, BS7671 or associated fire/building services standards.
• Experience producing accurate technical drawings, schematics, calculations and project documentation.
• HNC/HND, degree or equivalent technical qualification in Building Services, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work confidently with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A structured, detail-focused approach with the ability to manage several design priorities at once.
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK.
• Data centre project experience would be highly desirable.
• FIA units, BS5839 training or other relevant industry certifications would also be advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a technically focused fire systems business offering complex project work, long-term stability and the chance to contribute to high-quality design delivery across specialist environments. The role offers a salary of £50,000 - £65,000 depending on experience, hybrid working with 1 day per week in the Reading office, and the opportunity to work on technically demanding fire detection and suppression projects, with data centre exposure particularly valued.

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful, you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this vacancy, if you do not hear from us within this time, you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.

Salary: £70,000 - £90,000
Location: Reading
Type of work and hours: Full-time, hybrid working with 1 day per week office-based in Reading

Are you an experienced Design Manager or Senior Design Engineer with strong technical knowledge of fire systems, building services or critical infrastructure environments?

Our client is looking to appoint a Design Manager to lead the design and technical delivery of complex engineering projects from concept through to completion. This is a senior role with responsibility for managing design outputs, coordinating internal and external stakeholders, supporting project delivery and ensuring all technical work is accurate, compliant and commercially robust.

This opportunity would suit someone with proven design leadership experience within fire safety, building services, construction or engineering. Knowledge of fire detection and/or suppression systems will be important, with experience of data centre or critical infrastructure projects being particularly valuable. The role requires a confident technical communicator who can support design teams, project teams, suppliers, clients and commercial colleagues while maintaining high standards of quality, safety and delivery.

Job Description

As Design Manager, your duties will include:

• Leading the design and technical documentation process across multiple engineering projects.

• Managing design deliverables including drawings, calculations, technical submissions, method statements, HSE documentation, as-built records and O&M manuals.

• Preparing build budgets and technical designs ahead of procurement and construction activity.

• Producing, reviewing and approving engineered system designs in line with client requirements and relevant standards.

• Managing, supporting and developing design team members to ensure work is delivered accurately and on time.

• Providing technical input to sales, estimating, procurement, project delivery and site teams where required.

• Ensuring designs comply with legislation, client specifications, internal standards and relevant fire safety regulations.

• Liaising with clients, consultants, suppliers, contractors and internal departments to resolve design and technical queries.

• Providing site-based technical support where needed and maintaining accurate records of design decisions.

• Monitoring supplier updates, industry developments and technical changes that may impact future project delivery.

Person Specification

Suitable applicants will ideally demonstrate:

• Proven experience in a Design Manager, Senior Design Engineer or technical design leadership role.

• A background in construction, engineering, building services, fire safety or a closely related technical discipline.

• Strong knowledge of fire detection and/or fire suppression systems, with awareness of relevant standards such as BS 5839 and BS 5306.

• Experience working on data centre, critical infrastructure or technically complex project environments would be a strong advantage.

• Ability to produce, review and challenge technical drawings, calculations and design documentation.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, motivate and support technical design staff.

• Commercial awareness, including experience of budgets, cost control and project lifecycle considerations.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.

• Experience using AutoCAD, Revit or similar design software would be advantageous.

• A degree or equivalent qualification in engineering, architecture or a related technical discipline would be preferred.

• A full UK driving licence may be required for occasional site visits.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-quality specialist engineering business in a senior design leadership role. The position offers a salary of £70,000 - £90,000, hybrid working with just 1 day per week office-based in Reading, and the chance to play a key role in the successful delivery of technically demanding fire and life safety projects.

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful, you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this vacancy, if you do not hear from us within this time, you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 depending on experience
Location: Initial 6-month project based in Rotterdam, then UK-wide with national travel
Type of Work: Full-time, permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday
Working Pattern: First 4 weeks full-time in Rotterdam, then approximately 3 days on site and 2 days remote/UK-based. Long-term UK-wide role with regular client site travel and occasional travel to Manchester Head Office.
Benefits: Company car, relevant travel and expenses, plus wider company benefits

Are you an experienced Security Project Manager with the confidence to take ownership of major, high-value project delivery in a complex infrastructure environment?

Our client is looking for a capable, hands-on Project Manager to lead the operational delivery of a significant security upgrade programme, initially based in Rotterdam for around 6 months. This is a key project requiring strong site presence, disciplined planning, clear client communication and the ability to keep internal teams and subcontractors moving to programme, quality and commercial expectations.

The ideal candidate will have experience managing major projects in the region of £2m+, alongside smaller works typically ranging from £50k-£200k. A background in security systems is essential, particularly CCTV, access control, networking and ideally Genetec or similar integrated platforms. Fire systems experience is not required. You will be comfortable working with demanding clients in infrastructure, utilities, rail, energy or similarly regulated environments, and able to bring structure, pace and accountability to busy project delivery.

Job Description

As Security Project Manager, your duties will include:

• Leading the delivery of a major security upgrade project, taking ownership of programme, milestones, resources, site progress and client commitments.

• Managing concurrent smaller works projects without compromising quality, control or communication.

• Maintaining strong site visibility, particularly during the initial Rotterdam project, to drive progress, remove blockers and ensure standards are met.

• Producing and maintaining practical project plans covering labour, subcontractors, materials, access requirements, milestones and dependencies.

• Coordinating internal engineers, site leads and subcontractors to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and to agreed specifications.

• Managing project meetings, client updates, progress reporting, risk logs, actions and change items with clarity and professionalism.

• Supporting the delivery of integrated security systems including CCTV, access control, IP/networked systems and associated infrastructure.

• Working with technical, operational, procurement and commercial teams to resolve site queries, manage variations and ensure smooth handover.

• Ensuring documentation, commissioning records, RAMS, quality checks and handover information are accurate, complete and available when required.

• Managing change control processes effectively, including early identification of risks, delays, access issues and additional works.

Person Specification

Suitable applicants will ideally demonstrate:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within security systems, fire and security, infrastructure technology, building services or a closely related technical project environment.

• Experience managing major projects of approximately £2m+ value, ideally alongside smaller works packages of around £50k-£200k.

• Strong working knowledge of CCTV, access control, IP networking and integrated security solutions.

• Genetec or similar platform experience would be highly advantageous.

• Experience working with tier-one clients, principal contractors or regulated environments such as utilities, energy, rail, infrastructure or critical sites.

• Strong project planning skills, with the ability to manage labour, subcontractors, materials, programmes and client expectations.

• Confident communication skills, including the ability to chair or contribute to client meetings and provide clear progress reporting.

• A hands-on, delivery-focused approach, with the confidence to challenge underperformance and maintain site momentum.

• Awareness of NEC4 contracts, early warnings, compensation events, change control or similar commercial project processes would be beneficial.

• Willingness and ability to be based in Rotterdam initially, before transitioning into a UK-wide project role with national travel.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Security Project Manager to take on a high-profile technical delivery role with a growing and ambitious business. The position offers a salary of £55,000 - £65,000 depending on experience, plus company car, relevant travel and expenses, and the opportunity to work on major infrastructure and security projects across the UK and Europe.

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful, you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this vacancy, if you do not hear from us within this time, you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.

They require an OTSM Trainer for a 6 month contract (inside IR35).

The Project Trainer Specialist will design, deliver, and evaluate the OTSM training suite for a user base (5000+ across virtual and on premise locations). This training will range from simple documentation support to in-person sessions depending on the need of each team. 

Conduct Needs Analysis: Consult with objective managers and stakeholders to identify critical training gaps caused by new processes or software. 

Design Curriculum: Build comprehensive training frameworks, lesson plans, user guides, and digital learning assets tailored to diverse business audiences. 

Deliver Training: Facilitate engaging instructor-led workshops, webinars, and hands-on system simulations across multiple business functions. 

Support System Rollouts: Provide dedicated, high-touch training support during critical go-live windows to accelerate user adoption. 

Evaluate Effectiveness: Measure training success using post-course assessments and feedback surveys to refine materials continuously. 

Maintain Documentation: Update user manuals, knowledge base articles, and video libraries as project scopes and features evolve. 

Administer LMS: Upload, track, and report on project-specific training completion metrics within the Learning Management System. 

The contract can be executed from offices in Central London or Gloucestershire.  Suitable candidates with hold SC Clearance as a minimum and be open to clear to end Customer level.