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Furniture Fitter

Furniture Fitter Location: Coalville, LE67 / UK-wide travel Pay: £12.70 per hour Hours: Day shifts, dependent on workload and travel Schedule: Monday to Friday Job Type: Temporary, with the possibility of permanent employment for the right candidate The Role We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Furniture Fitter to join our clients’ growing team. This is a hands-on role involving the assembly and installation of furniture at customer sites across the UK. You will be travelling to different locations, working as part of a team and ensuring furniture is fitted safely, accurately and to a high standard. The successful candidate will be practical, dependable and confident using power tools. A positive attitude and willingness to travel are essential. Key Responsibilities Assemble and fit furniture at customer premises. Use power tools safely and effectively. Load and unload company vehicles. Travel to customer sites across the UK. Work occasional early starts and late finishes depending on travel and site locations. Maintain a professional and positive attitude when dealing with customers. Keep company vehicles and equipment clean, organised and in good working order. Work efficiently while maintaining a high standard of workmanship. Requirements Full UK driving licence – essential, as you will be required to drive company vehicles. Confident using power tools. Good practical and hands-on skills. Strong attention to detail. Willingness to travel and work flexible hours across the UK. Reliable and punctual. Able to work effectively as part of a team. Positive attitude and strong work ethic. Previous furniture fitting, installation or similar practical experience would be beneficial, but a strong practical ability and willingness to learn are equally important. What We Offer £12.71 per hour Monday to Friday working pattern. Company vehicle for work purposes. Varied work with travel to different locations across the UK. Opportunity to develop new practical and installation skills. Potential to move from temporary to permanent employment for the right candidate. Apply Today If you're looking for a practical, hands-on role where no two days are necessarily the same, and you enjoy working on customer sites across the UK, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

Recruitment Consultant

Company Description Quest Employment is a leading recruitment specialist within the Midlands, offering temporary and permanent staffing solutions across various sectors. With an emphasis on 'People are our Priority', Quest aims to match the right candidate to the right role for every client. The company has over 30 years of successful services and strong relationships with local and global brands, serving industries like Office Support, Accounting, Manufacturing, and more.Role Description Hours: Monday – Friday 8am – 4.30pm Salary: £25K-£29K (dependant on experience) plus competitive bonus structure OTE upto £40K Benefits: 25 days Holidays + Bank Holidays, birthday day off, attractive pension scheme, Perkbox membership Location: Northampton, UK (travel required) Reporting to: Branch manager This is a full-time on-site role in Northampton for a 360 Recruitment Consultant at Quest Employment. The role involves tasks such as new business development activity, attending client meetings, consulting with clients and candidates, conducting interviews, effective communication with stakeholders, and proficient recruiting activities. The successful candidate will be walking in to immediate branch based commission Responsibilities New business development via sales calls, emails & face to face meetings Management of existing client accounts Advertise active roles through all available means Actively source and qualify candidates Manage the client's needs and expectations Regularly attend client sites to gauge & improve service levels Maintaining strong relationships with workers, clients & colleagues Maintain high levels of compliance Perks Clear, uncapped & generous commission structure, based on branch profits rather than individual desks (individual commission p/annum - totally uncapped, plus individual sales related bonuses) Extra holiday (you get your birthday off, an extra day off for attending our AGM & an extra day holiday for each year you work for Quest) Free parking Monthly free team lunches Professional qualifications paid for by the business (NVQ's, REC etc.) & time given to study Internal & external training courses provided each year for every member of staff Career development programs & internal progression paths Quest Perks (or Querks) including; access to a 24/7 GP for you & your household, discounts on supermarkets & fuel, cashback & discounts on over 4,000 online retailers, free mental health counsellor, free physio therapy, discounted gym membership, money off cinema tickets & meals out... and much more 2+ fully paid company events per year (including a 1+ ticket for the Christmas party & overnight stay in a 5* hotel) Charity fundraising activities through optional team building activities Requirements for applicants Experience in business to business sales Strong Communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Interviewing skills Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment A positive & 'can do' attitude Experience in the recruitment industry is beneficial for this role Driving license and own vehicle is also essential for this role We are looking to hire as soon as possible Employment is subject to reference.

Shipping Clerk/Administrator

Shipping Clerk / Administrator Location: Barwell, Leicester Department: Shipping & Logistics Job Type: Temporary to permanent Salary: £12.71 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday – 9am-5pm (30 minutes unpaid break) About Our client is a fashion business supplying apparel to wholesale and retail customers. We are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Shipping Clerk / Administrator to join our team in Leicester. This is a hands-on administrative role within our shipping and logistics operation. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring customer and wholesale orders are processed accurately, packed and shipped on time, and tracked through to successful delivery. The role would suit someone who is organised, computer literate, confident using Excel, and comfortable working in a busy fashion environment where accuracy and attention to detail are essential. The Role As Shipping Clerk / Administrator, you will support the day-to-day shipping operation, working closely with customers, warehouses, carriers, suppliers and internal teams. You will be responsible for preparing shipping documentation, arranging collections, monitoring deliveries, maintaining accurate records and helping to resolve any shipping or order discrepancies. Key Responsibilities Shipping & Logistics Prepare and process customer and wholesale orders for dispatch. Create shipping labels, packing slips and commercial invoices. Schedule carrier collections and coordinate daily shipments. Liaise with shipping carriers, including UPS, FedEx, DHL, USPS and freight companies. Track shipments and proactively investigate and resolve delivery issues. Process both domestic and international shipments in accordance with relevant shipping procedures. Coordinate with warehouses, retailers, suppliers and customers to ensure orders are dispatched correctly and on time. Maintain accurate shipping records and documentation. Monitor shipment status and communicate updates where required. Identify and resolve discrepancies between orders, inventory and shipped quantities. Fashion & Apparel Administration Work with apparel SKUs, styles, colours and sizes. Process wholesale and retail orders accurately. Support the shipping of seasonal collections and new product launches. Ensure garments are packed, labelled and prepared according to customer and shipping requirements. Maintain a strong understanding of product details to minimise picking, packing and shipping errors. Excel & Administration Maintain accurate shipping and order spreadsheets. Sort and filter order and shipment data. Use Excel formulas including SUM, COUNT, AVERAGE and XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP. Create and format Excel tables. Use basic PivotTables to analyse shipping and order information. Track inventory and shipment status. Compare ordered quantities against shipped quantities and identify discrepancies. Maintain daily shipping logs. Prepare daily and weekly shipping reports. Keep electronic records and documentation organised and up to date. Read, respond to and manage relevant emails in a timely and professional manner. Essential Skills & Experience Previous experience in shipping, logistics, order administration or a similar administrative role would be beneficial Good understanding of domestic and international shipping procedures. Strong intermediate Excel skills, including XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, sorting, filtering, formulas and basic PivotTables. Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Strong organisational and time-management skills. Confident using computers and standard office software. Able to read, understand and respond to emails professionally. Good communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to work independently while also working effectively as part of a team. Ability to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines in a busy environment. A proactive approach to identifying and resolving problems. Desirable Previous experience within the fashion or apparel industry. Experience working with wholesale and retail orders. Knowledge of garment SKUs, styles, colours and sizing. Experience working with international shipments. Familiarity with carriers such as UPS, FedEx, DHL, USPS or freight companies. Knowledge of shipping terminology such as FOB, CIF and Incoterms. Experience with seasonal collections and fashion product launches. Personal Attributes We are looking for someone who is: Highly organised and methodical. Accurate and detail-oriented, particularly when dealing with numbers, SKUs and shipping documentation. Reliable and responsible, with a strong sense of ownership. Computer literate and confident learning new systems. Numerically competent and comfortable working with spreadsheets. Calm under pressure and able to manage competing priorities. A good communicator who is comfortable liaising with customers, suppliers, warehouses and carriers. Proactive, with the ability to spot potential problems before they become issues. A team player who is willing to support colleagues when required. What We Offer A key role within a growing fashion business. The opportunity to work within a fast-paced and varied shipping environment. A friendly and collaborative working environment. Opportunities to develop your logistics, administration and fashion industry experience. To apply: Please send your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be suitable for the role.

Sign Services and Traffic Management Operative

Sign Services and Traffic Management Operative Mountsorrel / Croft Mon – Thurs // 7am-3.30pm and Fri // 7am – 3pm (degree of flexibility required) £13.91 per hour Make a difference on the roads Are you an experienced highways or traffic management professional who takes pride in keeping roads safe and helping communities stay connected? We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Sign Services and Traffic Management Operative to join their Operational Highways team. This is a practical, varied role where every day can be different, and where your work will have a direct impact on the safety of road users, the workforce and the wider community. You’ll work as part of a dedicated team delivering a customer-focused and best-value service across Leicestershire, with occasional work in surrounding counties. What you’ll be doing You’ll play an important role in delivering, installing, maintaining and collecting temporary traffic management signs and equipment. You’ll also support wider highway maintenance and construction activities where temporary traffic management is required. Your responsibilities will include: Erecting and removing temporary traffic management signs and equipment safely and correctly. Delivering, collecting and storing temporary signage and equipment between depots and worksites. Helping plan and schedule resources and routes to ensure an efficient service. Reading plans and drawings relating to traffic management. Installing and maintaining temporary traffic management systems in accordance with Chapter 8 and the Code of Practice for Safety at Street Works and Road Works. Supporting road closures, diversions and other traffic management arrangements. Carrying out daily safety checks and routine maintenance on vehicles, plant and equipment. Using a range of equipment, machinery and power tools safely and effectively. Working closely with the Sign Shop and Traffic Management Technicians, including providing support during busy periods or emergencies. Taking part in a standby/call-out rota when required, helping to make sites safe during emergencies outside normal working hours. Acting as a lead operative when required, supporting colleagues and less experienced or temporary staff. Helping to ensure daily performance targets are achieved and raising any issues promptly with your supervisor or Site Team Leader. Supporting other Operational Highways activities when required, which could include drainage, general maintenance, road-mending, gully emptying, construction, surfacing and quick-response work. A role with responsibility You’ll be expected to work safely and professionally at all times, following risk assessments, legislation and operational procedures. As a lead operative, you’ll help make sure that colleagues understand and follow health and safety requirements, including the correct use of PPE, safe lifting and handling, and temporary traffic management procedures. You’ll also help less experienced operatives develop their skills and knowledge, providing guidance and support and helping temporary staff feel part of the team. You’ll need to be comfortable working independently when required, using your initiative and responding quickly where changes are needed to keep a site safe. What we’re looking for We’re looking for someone with practical highways, civil engineering or traffic management experience who is confident working outdoors and as part of a team. Ideally, you’ll have: NVQ Level 2 in Highways Maintenance or a similar qualification. Skilled Road Worker Trades Test Assessment. NRSWA Operative qualification. National Highways Sector Scheme 12B, 12C, 12D (T1/T2) and 12D (T5). A valid driving licence. A valid Large Goods Vehicle (LGV) licence, CPC training and current DQC card. If you don't hold all of the qualifications above, don't rule yourself out. We will also consider candidates who can demonstrate the required skills and experience and who are committed to achieving the essential qualifications. Your experience and knowledge You should have experience of working in a highways or civil engineering environment and ideally experience of: Installing, maintaining and removing temporary traffic management systems. Working with road closures and diversions. Acting as a banksman/signaller for drivers. Using underground detection equipment. Using IT, mobile technology and work-related systems. Working safely with plant, machinery and equipment. You’ll also need a good understanding of: Construction health, safety and environmental requirements. Safe working practices. Traffic management requirements and Chapter 8. The Code of Practice for Safety at Roadworks. Driver’s hours, PPE and manual handling legislation. Noise at Work Regulations. Materials and equipment used across highways and related operational services The qualities we value We're looking for someone who is: Team-focused – able to work positively with colleagues, contractors and other organisations. Self-motivated – confident using your own initiative and taking responsibility for your workload. Organise – able to plan and prioritise work effectively. Professional – able to communicate confidently and diplomatically with customers and colleagues. Safety-conscious – always putting the safety of yourself, colleagues and the public first. Calm under pressure – able to remain positive and make sensible decisions in challenging circumstances. Adaptable – able to respond quickly when circumstances change and temporary traffic management needs to be adjusted. Supportive – willing to help less experienced colleagues develop their skills. Constructive – confident raising concerns, challenging poor performance or behaviour appropriately and working with others to find solutions. Working arrangements This is a varied operational role, and flexibility is essential. You may occasionally be required to work nights, weekends and public holidays, including in all weather conditions, to meet the needs of the service. There may also be a requirement to participate in a call-out/standby rota to respond to emergencies. Exclusion applies to employees aged under 21. Your normal working day will start and finish at the depot, with the main bases for this role being Mountsorrel and Croft. You will need to make your own way to and from the depot. You may also be required to travel to other depots and worksites across Leicestershire, and occasionally surrounding counties, as directed. Expenses and mileage will be paid in accordance with the applicable terms and conditions. The role may involve working as part of a team, with other gangs or operatives, or independently in accordance with lone-worker procedures. You’ll also be expected to attend relevant training, meetings and health surveillance appointments as required and maintain your training and professional competency records. More than just a highways job Your work will help keep roads safe, support essential highway services and minimise disruption to residents, businesses and road users. If you have the practical skills, experience and positive attitude to make a real difference on the ground, we'd love to hear from you. Join the Operational Highways team and help keep the roads moving safely.

Recruitment consultant - Sales

Company Description Quest Employment is a leading recruitment specialist within the Midlands, offering temporary and permanent staffing solutions across various sectors. With an emphasis on 'People are our Priority', Quest aims to match the right candidate to the right role for every client. The company has over 30 years of successful services and strong relationships with local and global brands, serving industries like Office Support, Accounting, Manufacturing, and more. Role Description Hours: Monday – Friday 8am – 4.30pm Salary: £26K-£35K (dependant on experience) plus competitive bonus structure Benefits: 25 days Holidays + Bank Holidays, birthday day off, attractive pension scheme, Perkbox membership Location: Coventry, UK (travel required) Reporting to: Branch manager This is a full-time on-site role in Coventry for a Recruitment Consultant at Quest Employment. The role involves tasks such as new business development activity, attending client meetings, consulting with clients and candidates, conducting interviews, effective communication with stakeholders, and proficient recruiting activities. This would be an extremely heavy sales based role and you will primarily be tasked with winning new business for the branch. The successful candidate will be walking in to branch based commission Responsibilities New business development via sales calls, emails & face to face meetings and other means (80% of the role) Management of existing client accounts Advertise active roles through all available means Actively source and qualify candidates Manage the client's needs and expectations Regularly attend client sites to gauge & improve service levels Maintaining strong relationships with workers, clients & colleagues Maintain high levels of compliance Perks Clear, uncapped & generous commission structure, based on branch profits rather than individual desks (individual commission p/annum - totally uncapped, plus individual sales related bonuses) Extra holiday (you get your birthday off, an extra day off for attending our AGM & an extra day holiday for each year you work for Quest) Free parking Monthly free team lunches Professional qualifications paid for by the business (NVQ's, REC etc.) & time given to study Internal & external training courses provided each year for every member of staff Career development programs & internal progression paths Quest Perks (or Querks) including; access to a 24/7 GP for you & your household, discounts on supermarkets & fuel, cashback & discounts on over 4,000 online retailers, free mental health counsellor, free physio therapy, discounted gym membership, money off cinema tickets & meals out... and much more Charity fundraising activities through optional team building activities Requirements for applicants Experience in business to business sales is essential for this role - you must be comfortable and confident in your sales ability with a proven track record of success Strong Communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Interviewing skills Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment A positive & 'can do' attitude Experience in the recruitment industry is beneficial for this role Driving license and own vehicle is essential for this role We are looking to hire as soon as possible Employment is subject to reference.

Recruitment consultant

Company Description Quest Employment is a leading recruitment specialist within the Midlands, offering temporary and permanent staffing solutions across various sectors. With an emphasis on 'People are our Priority', Quest aims to match the right candidate to the right role for every client. The company has over 30 years of successful services and strong relationships with local and global brands, serving industries like Office Support, Accounting, Manufacturing, and more.Role Description Hours: Monday – Friday 8am – 4.30pm Salary: £26K-£28K (dependant on experience) plus competitive bonus structure OTE upto £45K Benefits: 25 days Holidays + Bank Holidays, birthday day off, attractive pension scheme, Perkbox membership Location: Stoke on Trent, UK (travel required) Reporting to: Branch manager This is a full-time on-site role in Stoke for an experienced 360 Recruitment Consultant at Quest Employment. The role involves tasks such as new business development activity, attending client meetings, consulting with clients and candidates, conducting interviews, effective communication with stakeholders, and proficient recruiting activities. The successful candidate will be walking in to branch based commission Responsibilities New business development via sales calls, emails & face to face meetings Management of existing client accounts Advertise active roles through all available means Actively source and qualify candidates Manage the client's needs and expectations Regularly attend client sites to gauge & improve service levels Maintaining strong relationships with workers, clients & colleagues Maintain high levels of compliance Perks Clear, uncapped & generous commission structure, based on branch profits rather than individual desks (individual commission p/annum - totally uncapped, plus individual sales related bonuses) Extra holiday (you get your birthday off, an extra day off for attending our AGM & an extra day holiday for each year you work for Quest) Free parking Monthly free team lunches Professional qualifications paid for by the business (NVQ's, REC etc.) & time given to study Internal & external training courses provided each year for every member of staff Career development programs & internal progression paths Quest Perks (or Querks) including; access to a 24/7 GP for you & your household, discounts on supermarkets & fuel, cashback & discounts on over 4,000 online retailers, free mental health counsellor, free physio therapy, discounted gym membership, money off cinema tickets & meals out... and much more 2+ fully paid company events per year (including a 1+ ticket for the Christmas party & overnight stay in a 5* hotel) Charity fundraising activities through optional team building activities Requirements for applicants Experience in business to business sales Strong Communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Interviewing skills Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment A positive & 'can do' attitude Experience in the recruitment industry is essential for this role Driving license and own vehicle is also essential for this role We are looking to hire as soon as possible Employment is subject to reference.

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