Squires Garden Centres
Frensham, Surrey
Squires Garden Centre, The Reeds Road, Frensham, Surrey, United Kingdom Job Description Your primary responsibility will be to provide a management support to the Horticultural team, with customer service at the forefront of everything you achieve. Working closely with the Plant Manager to help the Garden Centre succeed. Rota: Full time, 40hrs, Wednesdays off with alternate weekend working Responsibilities Maintain good control over stock levels, including accurate ordering and stock clearance where necessary Train and monitor your team to ensure that stock is cared for appropriately Co operate fully with line management and product managers Take responsibility for the whole department in the absence of the manager Ensure all queries and complaints are handled with courtesy and referred where necessary to the manager and product manager Customer Service expectations are exceeded Sales opportunities are generated through interaction with customers Qualifications Extensive knowledge and experience of working in a retail bedding department and/or a horticultural qualification. A passion for customer service and the ability to thrive in a fast paced environment are essential. You will be flexible, enthusiastic and highly motivated, commercially aware and have the ability to create dynamic displays. Squire's is a family owned group of 17 garden centres based in Surrey, Sussex, Middlesex, and Berkshire. Since 1936 the purpose of our business has been the happiness of those who work in it. We are committed to growing our business and to promoting the highest standards in horticulture, catering, and retail. We want our staff to enjoy working with us in a friendly, energetic customer focused environment. Rewards & Benefits Employee Discount - 50% in Restaurants and 20% in Garden Centre on joining, increasing to 25% after 2 years' service and 30% after 5 years' service. Holiday (including bank holidays) - 5.6 weeks on joining, increasing to 6.2 weeks after 2 years' service and 6.6 weeks after 5 years' service. Bonus - We reward our employees with a non-contractual bonus at Christmas, based on the profit of the company in any financial year (first year is dependent on start date). Pension - We offer a Defined Contribution Pension Plan to new employees. If you pay into the plan and meet the government criteria, the company will too, and these contributions will be invested. Attendance - After one year's service, if you have worked for a full financial year and have 100% attendance, one day holiday (pro rata) will be added to your holiday grant as a 'Thank you'. Made A Difference Scheme (M.A.D) - A reward scheme for team members who make a difference to our business through outstanding customer service, over and above normal duties or initiatives that have grown / inspired the business. There is a monthly winner. All winners select a gift to receive. Learning & Development - You can look forward to a wealth of learning opportunities with us that will enhance and develop you with the skills and confidence you need. Birthday - After 6 months service if your birthday falls on your contracted day to work, you can leave work early (holiday policy rules apply). If you have 2 years service on your birthday, you will receive a £25 Squires gift voucher (pro rata for less than 40 hours). Cycle2work scheme - After 1 year's service, a government initiative which offers a 25% to 39% saving on new cycling equipment. This cost is deducted out of your pay over 12 or 19 months. Child's first day at school - After 1 year's service come in late and go home early on your child's first day of school life, so that you can be there to take them and pick them up from school on their first day. RHS Membership or a Tree / Shrub - After 1 year's service Squire's employees can choose either one tree or shrub to plant each year up to the value of £50 retail on the anniversary of your engagement or £50 towards RHS annual membership. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - After 2 years service employees are eligible to join an EAP, that gives them access to a range of wellbeing resources, etc. Retirement - After 15 years service if you are retiring and have over 15 years service, your contracted hours will be reduced by a fifth but your pay will remain the same for your final 3 months. Free Parking - Available to all employees in the designated parking areas on our site.
Squires Garden Centre, The Reeds Road, Frensham, Surrey, United Kingdom Job Description Your primary responsibility will be to provide a management support to the Horticultural team, with customer service at the forefront of everything you achieve. Working closely with the Plant Manager to help the Garden Centre succeed. Rota: Full time, 40hrs, Wednesdays off with alternate weekend working Responsibilities Maintain good control over stock levels, including accurate ordering and stock clearance where necessary Train and monitor your team to ensure that stock is cared for appropriately Co operate fully with line management and product managers Take responsibility for the whole department in the absence of the manager Ensure all queries and complaints are handled with courtesy and referred where necessary to the manager and product manager Customer Service expectations are exceeded Sales opportunities are generated through interaction with customers Qualifications Extensive knowledge and experience of working in a retail bedding department and/or a horticultural qualification. A passion for customer service and the ability to thrive in a fast paced environment are essential. You will be flexible, enthusiastic and highly motivated, commercially aware and have the ability to create dynamic displays. Squire's is a family owned group of 17 garden centres based in Surrey, Sussex, Middlesex, and Berkshire. Since 1936 the purpose of our business has been the happiness of those who work in it. We are committed to growing our business and to promoting the highest standards in horticulture, catering, and retail. We want our staff to enjoy working with us in a friendly, energetic customer focused environment. Rewards & Benefits Employee Discount - 50% in Restaurants and 20% in Garden Centre on joining, increasing to 25% after 2 years' service and 30% after 5 years' service. Holiday (including bank holidays) - 5.6 weeks on joining, increasing to 6.2 weeks after 2 years' service and 6.6 weeks after 5 years' service. Bonus - We reward our employees with a non-contractual bonus at Christmas, based on the profit of the company in any financial year (first year is dependent on start date). Pension - We offer a Defined Contribution Pension Plan to new employees. If you pay into the plan and meet the government criteria, the company will too, and these contributions will be invested. Attendance - After one year's service, if you have worked for a full financial year and have 100% attendance, one day holiday (pro rata) will be added to your holiday grant as a 'Thank you'. Made A Difference Scheme (M.A.D) - A reward scheme for team members who make a difference to our business through outstanding customer service, over and above normal duties or initiatives that have grown / inspired the business. There is a monthly winner. All winners select a gift to receive. Learning & Development - You can look forward to a wealth of learning opportunities with us that will enhance and develop you with the skills and confidence you need. Birthday - After 6 months service if your birthday falls on your contracted day to work, you can leave work early (holiday policy rules apply). If you have 2 years service on your birthday, you will receive a £25 Squires gift voucher (pro rata for less than 40 hours). Cycle2work scheme - After 1 year's service, a government initiative which offers a 25% to 39% saving on new cycling equipment. This cost is deducted out of your pay over 12 or 19 months. Child's first day at school - After 1 year's service come in late and go home early on your child's first day of school life, so that you can be there to take them and pick them up from school on their first day. RHS Membership or a Tree / Shrub - After 1 year's service Squire's employees can choose either one tree or shrub to plant each year up to the value of £50 retail on the anniversary of your engagement or £50 towards RHS annual membership. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - After 2 years service employees are eligible to join an EAP, that gives them access to a range of wellbeing resources, etc. Retirement - After 15 years service if you are retiring and have over 15 years service, your contracted hours will be reduced by a fifth but your pay will remain the same for your final 3 months. Free Parking - Available to all employees in the designated parking areas on our site.
United Living Group
Tamworth, Staffordshire
AFECO is an engineering services provider, delivering high quality process and MEICA design and installation projects predominantly across the South of England and Midlands for the water industry. We have excellent inhouse engineering teams capable of delivering all stages of the project cycle, from concept through to commissioning, with a strong focus on process led innovative and robust yet appropriate solutions. We have a portfolio of varied projects covering both wastewater and clean water projects for planned and reactive projects. Due to the expansion of our team, we are currently recruiting for an Administrative Assistant to work within our multi-disciplinary teams. This is a great opportunity for enthusiastic individuals who fit in with our company values and are keen to develop in a forward-thinking organisation Job Description Role Purpose To manage all on-site construction, installation, and commissioning activities for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The Site Manager ensures safe, compliant, and efficient site operations while delivering projects to the required quality, programme, and budget. The role involves coordination of subcontractors, suppliers, and internal engineering teams to ensure successful project outcomes. Key Responsibilities Lead daily site operations for construction, mechanical, electrical, and ICA installation works. Manage site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure safe and efficient delivery. Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks, and site coordination meetings. Maintain a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to company and client standards. Health, Safety, Environment & Quality (HSEQ) Ensure full compliance with CDM Regulations, site safety plans, RAMS, and permit-to-work systems. Carry out site inspections, safety audits, and incident/near-miss reporting. Implement environmental controls relating to water industry works (pollution prevention, drainage, waste handling). Ensure quality of work meets specifications, drawings, and regulatory standards. Supervise civil, mechanical, electrical, and ICA works associated with water/wastewater treatment plants, pipelines, pumping stations, and process upgrades. Ensure construction is carried outin accordance withapproved designs, drawings, and schedules. Coordinate site surveys, temporary works, lifting operations, and commissioning activities. Manage material deliveries, plant usage,logistics, and site readiness. Programme, Cost & Progress Management Track and report progress against programme milestones and adjust plans asrequired. Monitor productivity and resource utilisation. Assistwith cost control, variations, procurement needs, and forecasting. Ensuretimelycompletion of project documentation, daily reports, and site records. Stakeholder Coordination Act as the main site contact for clients, project managers, consultants, and regulatory bodies. Communicate site issues, risks, and progress updates clearly and promptly. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (civil, mechanical, electrical, ICA, commissioning). Support community and environmental liaison where work affects public areas Qualifications Essential Qualifications & Experience Significant experienceas a Site Manager or Senior Site Supervisor in the water, wastewater, utilities, or civil engineering sector. Strong understanding of water industry construction activities, including treatment process equipment, pipework installation, pumping systems, and MEICA integration. Proven experience managing subcontractors and multi-disciplinary teams. Good knowledge of H&S regulations, CDM 2015, and quality control. Proficiencyin reading drawings, schedules, RAMS, and technical documentation. Full UK driving licence. Desirable Qualifications SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme). CSCS Gold/Black Card. IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH Certificate. EUSR/SHEA Water card. Confined Space training. Experience with NEC contract environments. Background in MEICA or civil engineering beneficial. Strong leadership and communication skills. Excellent organisational and planning ability. Ability toidentifyrisks and proactively implement mitigation measures. Confident decision-making and problem-solving abilities. Good IT skills (MS Project, site management software, reporting tools). Resilient, calm under pressure, and adaptable to changing site conditions. Working Conditions Primarily site-based at water/wastewater treatment works, pipeline routes, or pumping stations. Work may involve outdoor environments, confined spaces, operational plant areas, and varied weather conditions. Occasional extended hours or weekend work may berequiredbased on project needs. PPE and strict adherence to safety procedures are mandatory. Salary and benefits Life insurance Benefits portal Company pension Additional Information At AFECO, we value our employee's and encourage and support them to development themselves and their career through training and progression. We offer the opportunity to work on a range of project types and size in the water sector including our own internally developed products and solutions. We are a privately owned business with a friendly and open culture and are dedicated to creating andmaintainingand workforce that is highly skilled and motivated. As a Company we are committed to equal opportunities for all and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, sex,disabilityor age.
AFECO is an engineering services provider, delivering high quality process and MEICA design and installation projects predominantly across the South of England and Midlands for the water industry. We have excellent inhouse engineering teams capable of delivering all stages of the project cycle, from concept through to commissioning, with a strong focus on process led innovative and robust yet appropriate solutions. We have a portfolio of varied projects covering both wastewater and clean water projects for planned and reactive projects. Due to the expansion of our team, we are currently recruiting for an Administrative Assistant to work within our multi-disciplinary teams. This is a great opportunity for enthusiastic individuals who fit in with our company values and are keen to develop in a forward-thinking organisation Job Description Role Purpose To manage all on-site construction, installation, and commissioning activities for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The Site Manager ensures safe, compliant, and efficient site operations while delivering projects to the required quality, programme, and budget. The role involves coordination of subcontractors, suppliers, and internal engineering teams to ensure successful project outcomes. Key Responsibilities Lead daily site operations for construction, mechanical, electrical, and ICA installation works. Manage site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure safe and efficient delivery. Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks, and site coordination meetings. Maintain a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to company and client standards. Health, Safety, Environment & Quality (HSEQ) Ensure full compliance with CDM Regulations, site safety plans, RAMS, and permit-to-work systems. Carry out site inspections, safety audits, and incident/near-miss reporting. Implement environmental controls relating to water industry works (pollution prevention, drainage, waste handling). Ensure quality of work meets specifications, drawings, and regulatory standards. Supervise civil, mechanical, electrical, and ICA works associated with water/wastewater treatment plants, pipelines, pumping stations, and process upgrades. Ensure construction is carried outin accordance withapproved designs, drawings, and schedules. Coordinate site surveys, temporary works, lifting operations, and commissioning activities. Manage material deliveries, plant usage,logistics, and site readiness. Programme, Cost & Progress Management Track and report progress against programme milestones and adjust plans asrequired. Monitor productivity and resource utilisation. Assistwith cost control, variations, procurement needs, and forecasting. Ensuretimelycompletion of project documentation, daily reports, and site records. Stakeholder Coordination Act as the main site contact for clients, project managers, consultants, and regulatory bodies. Communicate site issues, risks, and progress updates clearly and promptly. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (civil, mechanical, electrical, ICA, commissioning). Support community and environmental liaison where work affects public areas Qualifications Essential Qualifications & Experience Significant experienceas a Site Manager or Senior Site Supervisor in the water, wastewater, utilities, or civil engineering sector. Strong understanding of water industry construction activities, including treatment process equipment, pipework installation, pumping systems, and MEICA integration. Proven experience managing subcontractors and multi-disciplinary teams. Good knowledge of H&S regulations, CDM 2015, and quality control. Proficiencyin reading drawings, schedules, RAMS, and technical documentation. Full UK driving licence. Desirable Qualifications SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme). CSCS Gold/Black Card. IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH Certificate. EUSR/SHEA Water card. Confined Space training. Experience with NEC contract environments. Background in MEICA or civil engineering beneficial. Strong leadership and communication skills. Excellent organisational and planning ability. Ability toidentifyrisks and proactively implement mitigation measures. Confident decision-making and problem-solving abilities. Good IT skills (MS Project, site management software, reporting tools). Resilient, calm under pressure, and adaptable to changing site conditions. Working Conditions Primarily site-based at water/wastewater treatment works, pipeline routes, or pumping stations. Work may involve outdoor environments, confined spaces, operational plant areas, and varied weather conditions. Occasional extended hours or weekend work may berequiredbased on project needs. PPE and strict adherence to safety procedures are mandatory. Salary and benefits Life insurance Benefits portal Company pension Additional Information At AFECO, we value our employee's and encourage and support them to development themselves and their career through training and progression. We offer the opportunity to work on a range of project types and size in the water sector including our own internally developed products and solutions. We are a privately owned business with a friendly and open culture and are dedicated to creating andmaintainingand workforce that is highly skilled and motivated. As a Company we are committed to equal opportunities for all and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, sex,disabilityor age.
Bluetownonline
Job Title: Account Manager Location: Farringdon Salary: £30,000 per annum + Up to £9k bonus Job type: Full time, Permanent The Company is a multi-award-winning business development and lead generation agency with a strong focus on the Creative and Healthcare sectors. The Role: We're looking for someone to join our growing team of humans, plants and laptops. You will represent some of the most innovative marketing and communication agencies in Europe as their Account and Business Development Manager. This is not a sales role. You will be working together with your client to identify global brand leaders and reach out to them via phone, email and LinkedIn to set up high-level appointments for them. The role involves nurturing client relationships, organising information, understanding timelines, balancing to-do lists, and adapting to shifting priorities and strategies. You will be collaborating with our team of BDMs, your Client Success Manager and Team Assistant to deliver a high-quality, seamless service to our clients. This is a hybrid position working at our Kings Cross office at least two days a week. We can only consider candidates with a right to work in the UK, we cannot sponsor. We encourage applications from all walks of life, but unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from Haribo gummy bears as Sam is now vegetarian. Your Responsibilities: Outreach: Representing the client(s) in a professional way Nurturing prospects, building ongoing relationships and ensuring that all meetings booked are qualified, and communicated well with your client. Booking two/a number of meetings a week and managing changes in scheduling in a timely manner Maintaining agreed outreach volumes consistently Client Management: Preparing and leading meetings with the client, building client rapport and trust Preparing well-written and detailed briefing notes for the client, prior to them attending meetings, with clear objectives and focus areas Supporting the client strategy with the implementation of bespoke client campaigns Working with your CSM to ensure ongoing client satisfaction Admin: Comfortable using a CRM system, Google Sheets, and following internal processes Logging conversations with clear actions and next steps Reading and responding to emails in a timely manner About you: Required Attributes: Organised and attentive to client needs Experience in managing and nurturing relationships Confident reaching out to new leads to introduce the client Experience with either Google Workspace or Microsoft Office Excellent English language skills, verbal and written Highly focused and organised with a desire to learn and grow Calm under pressure with the ability to multi-task and prioritise within a constantly shifting environment Proactive and comfortable contributing to discussions Self-motivated to problem-solve Eye for detail Good communicator and able to read and adapt to social cues Ability to anticipate and identify client issues Can take detailed notes during conversations. Desired Attributes: Experience with CRM systems, ideally Hubspot Knowledge of GDPR and data protection practices Touch typing Additional languages Benefits: Hybrid working. Office drinks/dinner or activity once a month in Central London Extensive ongoing personal development Unlimited access to therapy on our well-being platform Access to company library and company Book Club Free sanitary products at our Farringdon office Implemented Anti-harassment Policy Regular company workshops on a variety of topics, including Mental Health and Wellbeing awareness and Sexual Harassment. 20 days Holiday + 8 public holidays + extra paid day off for your Birthday x2 Mental Health mornings off/ year Monthly 1-2-1's with Company Director to discuss development and well-being A supportive team that values quality work but also believes in a healthy work/life balance 10% Discount on drinks at local Coffee Shop Our Values: Multidimensional innovation - Implementing strategic decisions from all walks of life, celebrating failures as lessons for further innovation Integrity - Making choices that are well thought-out, ethical and fair Human first - Work life does not come at a cost to personal life Collegiality - Individual thinking, mindful of the collective, allowing space for open collaboration. The things which make us different are valued and respected Hard work - Passion for ongoing learning and development Our Awards: Best Global Business Development & Lead Generation Agency - Global 100 Awards 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026 Please note: Our office is accessible via stairs only Candidates with experience of or working currently in relevant job titles, including: Account Manager, New Business Manager, Business Development Manager, Business Developer, Lead Generation, Marketing Manager, Partnerships Manager, Client Success, Customer Success, Sales Account Manager, Sales Manager, B2B Sales may also be considered
Job Title: Account Manager Location: Farringdon Salary: £30,000 per annum + Up to £9k bonus Job type: Full time, Permanent The Company is a multi-award-winning business development and lead generation agency with a strong focus on the Creative and Healthcare sectors. The Role: We're looking for someone to join our growing team of humans, plants and laptops. You will represent some of the most innovative marketing and communication agencies in Europe as their Account and Business Development Manager. This is not a sales role. You will be working together with your client to identify global brand leaders and reach out to them via phone, email and LinkedIn to set up high-level appointments for them. The role involves nurturing client relationships, organising information, understanding timelines, balancing to-do lists, and adapting to shifting priorities and strategies. You will be collaborating with our team of BDMs, your Client Success Manager and Team Assistant to deliver a high-quality, seamless service to our clients. This is a hybrid position working at our Kings Cross office at least two days a week. We can only consider candidates with a right to work in the UK, we cannot sponsor. We encourage applications from all walks of life, but unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from Haribo gummy bears as Sam is now vegetarian. Your Responsibilities: Outreach: Representing the client(s) in a professional way Nurturing prospects, building ongoing relationships and ensuring that all meetings booked are qualified, and communicated well with your client. Booking two/a number of meetings a week and managing changes in scheduling in a timely manner Maintaining agreed outreach volumes consistently Client Management: Preparing and leading meetings with the client, building client rapport and trust Preparing well-written and detailed briefing notes for the client, prior to them attending meetings, with clear objectives and focus areas Supporting the client strategy with the implementation of bespoke client campaigns Working with your CSM to ensure ongoing client satisfaction Admin: Comfortable using a CRM system, Google Sheets, and following internal processes Logging conversations with clear actions and next steps Reading and responding to emails in a timely manner About you: Required Attributes: Organised and attentive to client needs Experience in managing and nurturing relationships Confident reaching out to new leads to introduce the client Experience with either Google Workspace or Microsoft Office Excellent English language skills, verbal and written Highly focused and organised with a desire to learn and grow Calm under pressure with the ability to multi-task and prioritise within a constantly shifting environment Proactive and comfortable contributing to discussions Self-motivated to problem-solve Eye for detail Good communicator and able to read and adapt to social cues Ability to anticipate and identify client issues Can take detailed notes during conversations. Desired Attributes: Experience with CRM systems, ideally Hubspot Knowledge of GDPR and data protection practices Touch typing Additional languages Benefits: Hybrid working. Office drinks/dinner or activity once a month in Central London Extensive ongoing personal development Unlimited access to therapy on our well-being platform Access to company library and company Book Club Free sanitary products at our Farringdon office Implemented Anti-harassment Policy Regular company workshops on a variety of topics, including Mental Health and Wellbeing awareness and Sexual Harassment. 20 days Holiday + 8 public holidays + extra paid day off for your Birthday x2 Mental Health mornings off/ year Monthly 1-2-1's with Company Director to discuss development and well-being A supportive team that values quality work but also believes in a healthy work/life balance 10% Discount on drinks at local Coffee Shop Our Values: Multidimensional innovation - Implementing strategic decisions from all walks of life, celebrating failures as lessons for further innovation Integrity - Making choices that are well thought-out, ethical and fair Human first - Work life does not come at a cost to personal life Collegiality - Individual thinking, mindful of the collective, allowing space for open collaboration. The things which make us different are valued and respected Hard work - Passion for ongoing learning and development Our Awards: Best Global Business Development & Lead Generation Agency - Global 100 Awards 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026 Please note: Our office is accessible via stairs only Candidates with experience of or working currently in relevant job titles, including: Account Manager, New Business Manager, Business Development Manager, Business Developer, Lead Generation, Marketing Manager, Partnerships Manager, Client Success, Customer Success, Sales Account Manager, Sales Manager, B2B Sales may also be considered