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DK recruitment Plymouth, Devon
Nov 09, 2026
Full time
Job Purpose: As a Junior Buyer, you will support the Procurement team in sourcing materials and services, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring components and products are available to meet production and business requirements. Working closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers, you will develop your procurement knowledge while gaining valuable experience within a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities: Raise, manage and expedite purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of materials and services Communicate with suppliers regarding order status, lead times, pricing and delivery schedules Support supplier performance monitoring through the collection and reporting of key performance data Assist in the management of stock availability and procurement planning activities Work with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve delivery issues, shortages and quality concerns Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information and procurement documentation Support cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain Develop an understanding of technical drawings, specifications and engineering requirements to support purchasing activities Build effective working relationships with suppliers and internal departments including Production, Planning, Engineering and Stores Support sourcing activities, supplier evaluations and quotation exercises Skills and Experience Essential Strong communication and interpersonal skills Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Confident using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel Ability to build effective working relationships with suppliers and external stakeholders Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach An interest in procurement, supply chain and manufacturing environments. Desirable Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, administrative or supply chain role Understanding of purchasing, supply chain or manufacturing processes Qualifications Essential GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths Desirable A Levels, BTEC, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification Relevant procurement, business or supply chain qualification
DK recruitment
Nov 08, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Communities Officer Location: Various locations Contract: Permanent/temporary opportunities available About the Role We are looking to speak with proactive Communities Officers who are passionate about resident engagement, community development and improving the areas in which people live. Working within a housing association, local authority or community-focused organisation, you will help strengthen relationships with residents, support local initiatives and ensure communities have a voice in the services affecting them. Key Responsibilities Build positive relationships with residents, community groups and local stakeholders. Organise resident meetings, community events and engagement activities. Encourage resident participation in consultations and local improvement projects. Identify community needs and work with partners to develop appropriate initiatives. Support neighbourhood improvement, inclusion and community cohesion. Signpost residents to relevant services, advice and support. Gather resident feedback and contribute to service improvement plans. Work collaboratively with Housing Officers, local authorities, charities and voluntary organisations. About You Experience in community engagement, housing, resident involvement or a similar role. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Confident engaging with people from diverse backgrounds. Ability to organise events, coordinate projects and manage competing priorities. A proactive, approachable and community-focused attitude. I
DK recruitment Ivybridge, Devon
Nov 08, 2026
Full time
DK Recruitment are seeking a Call Centre Advisor to join a busy customer service team in Plymouth. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong communication skills, a confident telephone manner and good IT skills who enjoys helping customers and working in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Handle incoming customer calls. Record customer requests accurately and ensure jobs are allocated promptly. Monitor and chase outstanding jobs to ensure agreed targets and timescales are met. Provide a high level of customer service, keeping customers informed throughout the process. Maintain accurate records and ensure data is entered correctly into company systems. Follow company procedures and quality standards. Identify and escalate issues where further support or approval is required. Work closely with colleagues to ensure the smooth running of daily operations. Complete general administrative duties as required. The Ideal Candidate: Previous experience in a call centre or customer service role. Excellent communication and active listening skills. Confident using computers and customer management systems. Strong attention to detail and accurate data entry skills. Able to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks. A proactive approach, with the ability to use initiative when required. A reliable team player with a positive attitude.
DK recruitment Plymouth, Devon
Nov 08, 2026
Full time
Compliance Officer Location: Plymouth Sector: Facilities Management / Building Services DK Recruitment are seeking a Compliance Officer to join a facilities management team in Plymouth. This role will focus on ensuring statutory compliance across planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities, managing remedial works and maintaining accurate records across mechanical and electrical building services. Working closely with the Facilities Contract Manager, engineers, specialist subcontractors and the client, you will help ensure maintenance activities are delivered on time, documentation is up to date and contractual requirements are met. Key Responsibilities: Monitor planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules to ensure statutory inspections and maintenance are completed within required timescales. Review and check service sheets, certificates and maintenance documentation for accuracy and compliance. Maintain up-to-date records on the client's CAFM system, including identifying and tracking remedial works. Obtain quotations and manage client approvals for remedial works where required. Schedule, prioritise and monitor remedial works through to completion. Monitor the performance of directly employed engineers and specialist subcontractors. Support the Facilities Contract Manager with contract performance, operational risks and compliance reporting. Produce management information and contribute to client performance review meetings. Oversee financial administration, including work-in-progress, cost management and monthly financial applications. Work closely with the helpdesk team to ensure maintenance records and compliance information remain current. The Ideal Candidate: Experience in facilities management, building services or a similar compliance-focused role. A relevant technical trade qualification or a strong understanding of statutory compliance and PPM within commercial properties. Knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services and planned maintenance requirements. Strong IT skills, including managing data, producing reports and maintaining accurate records. Commercially aware, with an understanding of contract costs, financial performance and contractual obligations. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines. Strong communication skills, with the confidence to liaise with clients, engineers and subcontractors. A proactive approach to identifying risks, resolving issues and escalating concerns where necessary. Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
DK recruitment
Nov 08, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Income Officer Contract: Permanent and temporary opportunities About the Role We are looking to speak with experienced Income Officers to join housing associations, local authorities and social housing providers, helping residents manage their rent accounts while ensuring rental income is collected effectively. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in rent collection, arrears management or tenancy services who can balance commercial responsibilities with a supportive, resident-focused approach. You will manage a caseload of rent accounts, work proactively to prevent arrears from escalating and support tenants in maintaining sustainable tenancies. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of rent accounts, monitoring payments and identifying emerging arrears. Contact tenants regarding outstanding balances and agree realistic repayment arrangements. Take early intervention action to prevent rent arrears from escalating. Conduct income assessments and identify appropriate support or benefit entitlements. Work with Housing Officers, welfare teams and external agencies to resolve complex cases. Provide advice on Universal Credit, Housing Benefit and other relevant financial support. Prepare cases for escalation and potential legal action in line with organisational policies. Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and procedures. Monitor performance against income collection targets and contribute to arrears reduction strategies. About You Previous experience in income collection, rent recovery, housing management or debt management. Knowledge of social housing rent arrears procedures and tenancy-related processes. Understanding of Universal Credit, Housing Benefit and welfare support. Confident handling sensitive conversations and negotiating repayment arrangements. Strong communication, organisation and case management skills. Ability to manage a busy caseload while delivering a professional and empathetic service. What s on Offer? Competitive salary of £28,000 £38,000, depending on experience. Opportunities to work with established housing associations and local authorities. Career development within housing management and income services. Opportunities across permanent and temporary assignments, subject to availability.
DK recruitment
Nov 08, 2026
Contractor
Location: west midlands Contract: 8-month contract Hours: Monday to Friday Working Pattern: Hybrid About the Role We are seeking an experienced professional to join a Council's Housing Services team on an initial 8-month contract. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting individuals and households who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Key Responsibilities Housing Assessments Personal Housing Plans Early Intervention Financial Assistance Case Management Safeguarding: About You We are looking for someone who is customer-focused, resilient and confident supporting people experiencing housing difficulties. You will ideally have: Strong communication and active listening skills, with the ability to engage effectively with customers from a range of backgrounds. Excellent problem-solving, negotiation and mediation skills. The ability to motivate and coach customers, encouraging positive engagement and practical action. Experience managing a caseload, maintaining accurate records and working to deadlines. The ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partner organisations. An understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and the challenges faced by people at risk of homelessness. Interested? Please get in touch to discuss the opportunity further.
DK recruitment
Nov 08, 2026
Full time
Asset Manager The role As an Asset Manager, you will work with clients to help them understand the condition, performance and long-term investment requirements of their property portfolios. You'll contribute to asset management strategies, investment planning and the development of practical recommendations that help clients maintain safe, compliant and sustainable homes. Key responsibilities Support the development and delivery of property asset management strategies. Review and interpret stock condition surveys, asset data and property performance information. Assist with the development of planned maintenance programmes and long-term investment plans. Identify property investment priorities, risks and opportunities. Support lifecycle costing, component replacement planning and investment forecasting. Work with surveying, compliance, building safety and project delivery teams. Prepare reports, presentations and recommendations for clients and stakeholders. Support clients with improving asset data quality and informed investment decisions. Build and maintain positive relationships with clients. About you We're keen to hear from candidates with experience in asset management You should ideally have: Experience within property asset management or housing asset management. An understanding of stock condition, planned maintenance and capital investment planning. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret property data and communicate findings. Good report writing, presentation and stakeholder management skills. The ability to manage priorities and contribute to multiple client projects. A proactive and commercially aware approach. Relevant qualifications or professional membership would be beneficial What's on offer The Exposure to a broad client base Professional development and opportunities to develop your career. A collaborative environment. Competitive remuneration, with benefits and working arrangements to be confirmed.
DK recruitment St. Budeaux, Devon
Nov 07, 2026
Full time
Tax Manager Location: Plymouth Salary: 50,000 per annum Job Type: Full-time, Permanent An exciting opportunity to join a growing accountancy practice! We are looking for an experienced and motivated Tax Manager to join our established accountancy firm in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident tax professional to take ownership of a varied client portfolio, lead on tax compliance and advisory work, and play an important role in the continued growth of the practice. The Role As Tax Manager, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients, providing high-quality tax advice and ensuring all tax compliance obligations are delivered accurately and on time. Key responsibilities will include: Managing a varied portfolio of personal and corporate tax clients. Overseeing the preparation and review of personal and corporation tax returns. Providing tax planning and advisory services to clients. Advising on capital gains tax, inheritance tax and other relevant tax matters. Supporting clients with HMRC enquiries and investigations. Reviewing tax computations and ensuring compliance with current legislation. Building and maintaining strong client relationships. Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team. Identifying opportunities to develop and grow the firm's tax services. About You We are looking for someone who: Has proven experience in a tax-focused role within an accountancy practice. Holds a relevant professional qualification (ATT, CTA, ACA or ACCA), or has equivalent experience. Has strong technical knowledge of personal and corporate taxation. Is confident managing client relationships and delivering practical tax advice. Has excellent communication and organisational skills. Can work independently and manage competing deadlines. Enjoys supporting and developing colleagues. What's on Offer? Competitive salary of 50,000 per annum . Opportunity to join a friendly and supportive accountancy practice. Varied and interesting client portfolio. Career development and progression opportunities. Supportive working environment. Opportunity to make a real contribution to the firm's future growth. Interested? If you are an ambitious tax professional looking for your next career move in Plymouth, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity.
DK recruitment Irchester, Northamptonshire
Nov 06, 2026
Full time
HR Strategic Project Lead Location: Home-based, with occasional travel to an office in Wellingborough Salary: 60,000 per annum Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract We are currently recruiting for an experienced HR Strategic Project Lead on behalf of a well-established organisation within the housing sector. This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic HR professional with a strong background in organisational development and change management to take ownership of key people-focused projects and drive meaningful organisational improvements. Working closely with senior leadership teams and operational colleagues, you will be responsible for translating strategic objectives into effective HR programmes, leading change initiatives from initial planning and design through to implementation and long-term adoption. Key Responsibilities Lead strategic HR initiatives and organisation-wide change programmes, ensuring clear objectives, effective governance and measurable outcomes. Build strong working relationships with senior leaders and operational teams to influence decisions and drive successful delivery. Develop business cases, project plans and implementation strategies, using data to assess impact, risks, readiness and potential benefits. Lead people-focused change activities, including employee engagement, communication, consultation, transition planning and change adoption. Monitor progress and ensure changes are successfully embedded to deliver sustainable improvements. Promote inclusive and ethical HR practices, ensuring employee experience and organisational culture remain central to delivery. Ensure all HR projects and processes align with current employment legislation, regulatory requirements and relevant housing-sector standards. What We're Looking For CIPD Level 5 qualification in HR Management. Proven experience leading complex organisational change projects, from initial business case development through to implementation and successful adoption. Strong experience working in partnership with senior stakeholders to develop HR strategies and address complex people-related challenges. Broad HR generalist experience, particularly across employee relations, including grievances, disciplinaries, organisational restructuring, redundancies and TUPE transfers. Strong understanding of HR strategy and change management methodologies, including organisational impact, change readiness, employee engagement and benefits realisation. Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior decision-makers and manage resistance to change. A strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. The Opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional to take the lead on significant organisational change initiatives within an established housing organisation. The role offers a predominantly home-based working arrangement, with occasional visits to the Wellingborough office If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Ellie Benson at DK Recruitment
DK recruitment Irchester, Northamptonshire
Nov 06, 2026
Full time
Asset Compliance Operative Location: Wellingborough Salary: 28,026 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week Driving Licence: Full, clean UK manual driving licence (manual) essential We are currently recruiting for an Asset Compliance Operative on behalf of a well-established housing provider based in Wellingborough. This is an excellent opportunity for a practical, hands-on individual with experience in property maintenance, building repairs or health and safety compliance to join a team dedicated to maintaining safe and well-managed residential properties. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out a range of compliance inspections, routine testing and minor remedial works across residential properties, communal areas and community facilities, ensuring all work is completed safely and accurately. Key Responsibilities Testing fire alarms and emergency lighting across residential blocks and communal facilities. Inspecting communal fire doors, identifying defects and carrying out basic remedial works where appropriate. Completing water temperature checks, flushing and descaling. Undertaking Portable Appliance Testing (PAT). Carrying out playground inspections and checking or installing health and safety signage. Completing wider health, safety and compliance inspections. Providing on-site support to colleagues and contractors when required. Maintaining accurate compliance records, producing reports and following up on any identified actions. Delivering a professional and customer-focused service to residents and colleagues. What We're Looking For A Level 3 Award, or equivalent, in Fire Door Inspection. Training support may be available for candidates who do not currently hold this qualification. A completed PAT testing course. Training support may also be available. Previous experience in basic building repairs, including carpentry and general property maintenance. Experience working in a customer-facing environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills. The ability to safely use step ladders and handle tools, materials and equipment. A proactive approach, good attention to detail and the ability to work independently. Previous experience in a similar role or knowledge of building compliance within social housing or property maintenance would be advantageous. Please note: A full, clean UK manual driving licence is essential for this position. Interested in applying? If you have a background in property maintenance, compliance or building repairs and are looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more!
DK recruitment Turnchapel, Devon
Nov 06, 2026
Full time
Conveyancing Assistant Plymouth £25,000 to £27,000 per annum In-office About the role DK Recruitment is delighted to be working with a well-established law firm in Plymouth on the search for a Conveyancing Assistant to join its busy property team. This is a great opportunity for someone organised and detail-focused to support experienced fee earners and build their career in conveyancing. Key responsibilities Supporting fee earners with conveyancing files from instruction through to completion Opening new matters, carrying out ID and source of funds checks, and preparing client care documentation Preparing contract packs and ordering searches Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders and other solicitors by phone and email Assisting with completions, post-completion work, SDLT returns and Land Registry applications Keeping files and case management records accurate and up to date What our client is looking for Previous experience in a conveyancing or legal support role (preferred) Excellent organisation and time management skills Strong attention to detail and accuracy Clear, friendly communication skills The ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced team What s on offer A salary of £25,000 to £27,000 per annum An in-office role within a supportive, friendly team The opportunity to develop your conveyancing skills alongside experienced fee earners