Thursday 20 February 2020

Commercial Insurance Account Handler Job Reference: 652 Chesterfield


Job Title: Commercial Insurance Account Handler                                 Job Reference: 652
Location: Chesterfield
Job Type: Full-time
Salary:  The salary is £25,000-£30,000 plus bonus depending on previous experience
NFU Mutual's agency in Chesterfield is currently recruiting for a Commercial Account Handler. 
The sales staff we employ excel at building trusted, long-term customer relationships. They’re more interested in the face-to-face contact and understanding of their customer’s needs, than the cold call and quick sell. It's because of this approach that we've come to be trusted as a local insurance adviser by so many who live and work in the area. 

In this role you will need to be comfortable building a strong new business pipeline by developing new local relationships within key sectors. Promoting the organisation at every turn and relish the challenge to drive the growth of a truly customer-focused local business. In return, you can expect full product training in a friendly and supportive environment.

We are looking for an individual who is educated to at least A-level or above, confident and can apply their customer servicing expertise to assist the Agency in delivering the award winning service that NFU Mutual has become renowned for.
This opportunity will suit someone who already has a track record of commercial and/or personal lines insurance sales success in order for the growth aspirations of the Agency to be achieved.

You will be liaising with clients, Agents and underwriters; therefore good communication skills and an excellent telephone manner are crucial. You will also demonstrate competent use of Microsoft applications, Customer Relationship Management systems and must display excellent literacy skills.

The salary is £25,000-£30,000 plus bonus depending on previous experience and the position is full-time standard office hours, five days a week plus pension. Whilst this position is office based a full driving license and your own vehicle is essential, as you will be required to travel to customer premises on a regular basis.

Please note that you'll be employed by an Agent of NFU Mutual and not by NFU Mutual directly.


If you are a good team player with the above skills, great attention to details, hard working with a passion to succeed. Please send your CV with covering letter stating why you are the right person to fill this position, to kay@horncastlerecruitment.co.uk


Wednesday 19 February 2020

Trainee Health & Safety Consultant Job Reference: 651 Lincoln


Job Title:             Trainee Health & Safety Consultant                                         Job Reference: 651
Location:             Lincoln
Job Type:             Full-time and permanent
Salary:                  Competitive salary dependent on experience

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Safety Practitioner to join our growing team.

The Company is a thriving safety consultancy based in Lincoln, providing a friendly and effective health and safety service to their clients across the Lincolnshire and Midlands.

We are currently looking for an experienced general Health and Safety Consultant to join our team of professionals. 

Day to Day activities – what you will be doing

·         Managing and representing a portfolio of clients across the Midlands
·         Carrying out safety audits and workplace inspections
·         Interacting with clients, and being a positive public face of the business
·         Carrying out risk assessments
·         Producing safe systems of work
·         Assisting clients with safety accreditation applications
·         Carrying out accident investigations


Skills and Experience – you will have

·         NEBOSH National diploma, or at least National General/Construction Certificate in Health and Safety
·         Demonstrable practical experience providing dedicated, practical safety advice to clients or other stake holders
·         Good organisational and time management skills
·         The ability to work under pressure and manage your own client portfolio
·         Excellent Microsoft Word skills and good knowledge of Office programmes: Outlook and Excel

Ideal Candidate:

·         Is confident, passionate and knowledgeable in their subject area
·         Has high levels of accuracy and excellent attention to detail
·         Has excellent written and verbal communication skills
·         Has the gravitas and confidence to influence and advise others internally and externally
·         Is a car driver, willing and able to travel

How to Apply:

To apply please email your CV and covering letter to kay@horncastlerecruitment.co.uk



Safety Consultant Job Reference: 650 Lincoln


Job Title:             Safety Consultant                                            Job Reference: 650
Location:             Lincoln
Job Type:             Full-time or Part-time and permanent
Salary:                  Competitive salary dependent on experience

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Safety Practitioner to join our growing team.

The Company is a thriving safety consultancy based in Lincoln, providing a friendly and effective health and safety service to their clients across the Lincolnshire and Midlands.

We are currently looking for an experienced general Health and Safety Consultant to join our team of professionals. 

Day to Day activities – what you will be doing

·         Managing and representing a portfolio of clients across the Midlands
·         Carrying out safety audits and workplace inspections
·         Interacting with clients, and being a positive public face of the business
·         Carrying out risk assessments
·         Producing safe systems of work
·         Assisting clients with safety accreditation applications
·         Carrying out accident investigations


Skills and Experience – you will have

·         NEBOSH National diploma, or at least National General/Construction Certificate in Health and Safety
·         Demonstrable practical experience providing dedicated, practical safety advice to clients or other stake holders
·         Good organisational and time management skills
·         The ability to work under pressure and manage your own client portfolio
·         Excellent Microsoft Word skills and good knowledge of Office programmes: Outlook and Excel

Ideal Candidate:

·         Is confident, passionate and knowledgeable in their subject area
·         Has high levels of accuracy and excellent attention to detail
·         Has excellent written and verbal communication skills
·         Has the gravitas and confidence to influence and advise others internally and externally
·         Is a car driver, willing and able to travel

How to Apply:

To apply please email your CV and covering letter to kay@horncastlerecruitment.co.uk



Tuesday 18 February 2020

Personal Assistant (Office) Job Reference: 649 Nr Horncastle


Job Title:             Personal Assistant (Office)                                                           Job Reference: 649
Location:             Nr Horncastle
Job Type:             Part-time 8-16 Hours per week
Salary:                  Great rates of pay
Small but interesting and varied business is looking to recruit a PA/Secretary to help with day – to – day admin, accounts, invoicing, bills, filing and basic book-keeping, depending on the skills of the person found.  Possibility to be involved with marketing and development as the business grows.   Flexible hours and working from home a possibility by arrangement.  The role involves working closely with the owner.

The right person for the job
Ø  Excellent office experience
Ø  Take bookings and keep efficient records
Ø  Invoicing and paying invoices
Ø  Happy to run errands e.g. post office and bank
Ø  Excellent IT skills including office and ideally Cashbook Accounting
Ø  Confident telephone manner
Ø  Previous marketing experience would be beneficial but is not a necessity. 
Ø  Good work ethic and time management
Ø  Positive and happy can-do attitude
Ø  Trustworthy, discrete and reliable
Ø  Must have own transport and driving licence

If you feel you have the necessary skills and qualities to fill this post, please send your CV with covering letter stating why you are the right person to fill this position, to kay@horncastlerecruitment.co.uk

Production Operator (Fabrication) Job Reference: 645 Horncastle, Lincolnshire

Job Title: Production Operator (Fabrication) Job Reference: 645
Location: Horncastle, Lincolnshire
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Very competitive salary dependent on experience
This job is an immediate start. Please do not apply if you can't start straight away.
Job Outline
Working as part of a team, responsible for the safe running of fabrication machines. Ensuring production is maintained at the highest quality and that production targets are maintained to the highest level.
Responsibilities:
Health & Safety
  • At all times work in a manner that ensures the safety of you and all others in the work area.
  • Notify your Team Leader of any H&S risks, using the incident report form which is available in the Shift Leader’s office.
  • Ensure all tasks are carried out to the Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) provided by the management.
  • At all times have available in the work area and use the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the tasks you are carrying out.
  • Only operate equipment that you have been trained to operate.
General
  • At all times keep in mind the Company’s Guiding Principles and Values.
  • Inform your Team Leader of any suggestions that you have to improve things in your area.
  • Work to build and maintain strong working relationships with your internal customers.
  • Ensure that you clock in and out for each shift and for each break taken.
  • If you are in doubt about any aspect of your role, ask.
  • In addition to the tasks in this job description, your will be expected to carry out any other task that can be reasonably expected.
Start of Shift
  • Report to your Team Leader to let them know you are present and to find out which machine you will be running.
  • On a Monday complete the weekly startup sheet on your machine.
Within the First Hour of Shift
  • Ensure that the product you are producing complies fully with the specification sheet and that it is fit for purpose.
  • Check that the correct IFS labels are being used.
  • Complete initial H&S, quality and production checks on your line and complete the necessary paperwork for these.
  • Obtain all of the necessary packaging required for the shift.
  • Confer with your Team Leader regarding your gauges and instruments.
During Shift
  • Ensure that your machine area is kept clean and tidy at all times.
  • Complete all required QC checks.
  • Fill in all relevant paperwork correctly and completely, this includes quality, IFS and production sheets.
  • Always get permission from your Team Leader before leaving your machine.
  • Report any breakdowns to your Team Leader.
  • Assist with the rework of product as directed by your Team Leader.
  • Ensure all quality paperwork is placed in the tray in the lab.
End of Shift
  • Ensure that your machine is fully switched off and left in a safe, clean and tidy state for the next day.
Job Type: Full-time

Office Administrator/PA Job Reference: 642 Sudbrooke


Job Title:             Office Administrator/PA                                Job Reference: 642
Location:             Sudbrooke
Job Type:             Part-time 18hrs per week
Salary:                  Good rates of pay
A local business specialising in Fire and Security systems is looking for an office administrator/PA to join their growing business. The role involves answering the phone, database entry, diary management, liaising with customers and suppliers, writing up quotes and keeping all office admin up to date and correct.

The right person for the job
Ø  Existing office experience
Ø  Good level of Maths & English
Ø  Excellent IT skills including office and Xero
Ø  Confident telephone manner
Ø  Good work ethic and time management
Ø  Positive and happy can-do attitude
Ø  Well presented

If you feel you have the necessary skills and qualities to fill this post, please send your CV with covering letter stating why you are the right person to fill this position, to kay@horncastlerecruitment.co.uk