Trainee GRP Laminator
Freelance Trainee GRP Laminator (TL)
Location: Burton-on-Trent, DE14 1EN, Staffordshire.
Days: 1-2 days per week (Fridays and most Saturdays.)
Fee: £92 per day. (Rate review after 6 months)
Application Deadline: Until a suitable candidates found.
We are only able to accept applications from individuals who can demonstrate a right to work in the UK; we are unable to sponsor people requiring a work visa. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of suitable applications for the role is received, therefore please submit your application as early as possible if you are interested in being considered.
About Us:
Making Trails are a busy sculpture studio based in Burton upon Trent, creating bespoke sculptures using Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP). They pride ourselves on craftsmanship and creativity, and are looking for a passionate individual to join the team as a Trainee Laminator.
The Role:
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a hands-on career in the sculpture and GRP industry. No previous experience is necessary, but you must be good with your hands, eager to learn, and comfortable working in a workshop environment. As your skills and the business develop, there will be the opportunity for more hours.
As a TL, you will receive full training and support in:
Handling and preparing materials like resin and fibreglass.
Moulding, laminating, and finishing GRP sculptures.
Following health and safety protocols, including wearing appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment).
Key Responsibilities:
Assisting the team in the preparation and creation of GRP sculptures.
Learning the techniques of laminating, mould-making, and surface finishing.
Maintaining a clean and safe workspace.
Wearing and adhering to PPE regulations at all times.
What Making Trails are Looking For:
Good with your hands: You enjoy working with materials and tools.
PPE Compliance: Comfortable with wearing personal protective equipment for safety.
Work Ethic: You’re reliable, punctual, and take pride in your work.
Eager to learn: No experience is needed, but a willingness to learn and develop new skills is essential.
Team player: You work well in a small team and contribute to a positive working environment.
Working Environment:
The studio is a creative and busy workshop, where things can get dusty and smelly due to the materials worked with, including fibreglass and resin. But don’t worry—full PPE will be provided, and your safety is top priority. The team are experienced, friendly, and made up of both female and male members. We would love to encourage more women to explore a career in the GRP industry through this role, although men are also very welcome to apply!
Benefits:
On-the-job training to become a fully qualified GRP Specialist.
Freelance flexibility with potential to gain more work as your skillset develops.
Fee will be reviewed every 6 months based on performance and training progress.
Next Steps:
Candidates who we feel may fit the role will be invited for a short interview and a 2-hour taster session in our workshop on 29th November. This will give you the chance to meet the team, see the environment, and get a feel for the kind of work you’ll be doing.
If you're looking to start a rewarding career in the creative and skilled world of sculpture and GRP work, we’d love to hear from you!
To Apply:
Please send your CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you’d be a great fit for this role to hello@ringringrecruitment.co.uk
Executive Assistant to the Directors.
POSITION: Executive Assistant to the Directors. THIS POSITION HAS NOW BEEN FILLED.
INDUSTRY: PR, Consulting and Business Services.
SALARY: From £30,000 depending on experience.
HOURS: 37.5 hours per week*
LOCATION: Granary Wharf Business Park, Burton-on-Trent, East Staffordshire.
(There is a possibility to work Temporary to Permanent on this vacancy if you are readily available.)
Application deadline: 5th November 2024. Full-time on-site position with some flexibility to work from home on occasion.
Experience: Minimum of 4 years’ experience as a Personal/Executive Assistant, ideally with experience of working within an agency or fast-paced change environment.
Qualification: Degree level or equivalent experience. A related qualification would be advantageous.
*There will be times when it is essential that specific or extra hours are worked, e.g. to achieve a client deliverable or meet a deadline. A mutually flexible, team-orientated approach to working hours is therefore required. Any such requirements would be discussed and agreed as far in advance as possible.
The Company: MIH Solutions are an award-winning, purpose-driven strategy, change and communications consultancy, committed to making a positive difference to its clients, their organisations and the people they serve. More than 13 years of successful operations, with a continued commitment to developing the organisation to enhance the services and skills offered to clients across the public and private sectors. They set consistently high standards and are looking for an individual with 'the right stuff' to join a talented, innovative and friendly team based in new offices in Burton-on-Trent.
Fundamentally, you will share the Company’s values which are:
Integrity and authenticity
Making a positive difference
Elegant, respectful challenge
Collaboration and trust
Always doing and giving our best
Sustainable Solutions
About the postholder: They looking for an enthusiastic, professional, self-motivated and experienced individual. The Executive Assistant is the right-hand person to the Managing Director, as well as supporting other Directors, and plays a vital role in the effective running of the business. The successful applicant will demonstrate the following attributes:
A proactive approach with the ability to think and plan ahead
Discretion, professionalism and integrity in handling confidential or sensitive information
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organisational and time-management skills
Ability to multitask and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment
Strong problem-solving abilities and a ‘can do’ attitude
Excellent ‘telephone manner’ when answering and making calls (includes virtual meetings)
Possess high standards with attention to detail
Ability to delegate and communicate complex actions or information to others
Excellent IT skills and knowledge, including practical application of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams
Outstanding interpersonal and team skills
Core duties will include:
Provide comprehensive administrative support to the directors, including inbox and diary management, managing calendars, scheduling meetings and handling correspondence
Plan ahead to ensure directors are well-prepared for upcoming activities, e.g. by preparing or sourcing agendas and papers, and ensuring relevant actions have been both observed and undertaken
Screen emails and calls to ensure that requirements/actions are directed to the most appropriate party and support the Directors in delegating activities to appropriate members of the team. Prioritise actions and ensure urgent items are escalated promptly to the appropriate party
Draft and coordinate the preparation of agendas, take minutes/action notes and ensure that actions are followed-up
Prepare PowerPoint presentations, word documents and spreadsheets as directed
Assist in the management/oversight of key projects, e.g. by tracking progress and ensuring deadlines are met by those accountable
Liaise with clients and their office staff, often at senior and c-suite/Board level
Effectively communicate information – often complex – to other members of the team to ensure appropriate action is taken
Handle sensitive information, observing the highest level of confidentiality, loyalty and professionalism at all times
Plan and coordinate travel arrangements, ensuring adherence to sustainability objectives as well as the company’s expenses policy
Plan/Support the planning and co-ordination of events and meetings as required
Collate monthly expenses for the Directors and members of the team as required
Liaise with the partner accounting firm and bookkeeper to share and prepare financial information, such as payroll updates or invoices, and manage processes to ensure supplier invoices are paid promptly
Raise monthly client invoices, chase overdue invoices and manage petty cash
Create monthly performance reports as required
Support the recruitment and on-boarding process, e.g. by screening CVs, organising interviews and playing a role in employee inductions.
Liaise with the external HR partner as required, and maintain personnel files in accordance with GDPR and other requirements
Actively contribute to ongoing business improvement and development
Work with the Senior Administrator to ensure effective corporate governance and adherence to ISO standards
Purchase office supplies, such as stationery, food and refreshments, and ensure important dates are observed, such as team birthdays or work anniversaries
NB: There will also be the occasional opportunity to represent the company or provide on-site support at events, conferences, networking activities or exhibitions. Line management of junior administrators is included within this role, but is not a present requirement
Benefits:
33 days holiday incl. UK bank holidays
Discretionary bonus scheme
Mutually flexible approach to work
Company pension
On-site parking
Employee assistance programme
Opportunity for occasional working from home, by prior agreement
We are only able to accept applications from individuals who can demonstrate a right to work in the UK; we are unable to sponsor people requiring a work visa. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of suitable applications for the role is received, therefore please submit your application as early as possible if you are interested in being considered.
Please send your c.v. and cover letter to hello@ringringrecruitment.co.uk
Communications and PR Specialist
POSITION: Communications & PR Specialist.
INDUSTRY: Consulting and Business Services.
SALARY: FROM £40k, depending on experience (plus bonus scheme).
LOCATION: Granary Wharf Business Park, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
DETAILS: Full-time position, on-site with the potential of 1-2 days per week remote after successful completion of probation period.
NOTE: 5 years-plus professional PR/communications experience is required (please do not apply if you do not meet these criteria or have applied for this role previously). Background in NHS/healthcare sector is preferred.
The company: MIH Solutions are an award-winning, purpose-driven strategy, change and communications consultancy, committed to making a positive difference to their clients, their organisations and the people they serve. More than 13 years of successful operations, with a continued commitment to developing the organisation to enhance the services and skills offered to clients across the public and private sectors. They set consistently high standards and are looking for an individual with 'the right stuff' to join a talented, innovative and friendly team based in new offices in Burton-on-Trent.
About the post: Working as part of a busy and friendly team, you will provide first-rate communications, engagement and PR services to clients, actively seeking out opportunities to deliver better value to them. As well as service delivery, you will provide advice, support and guidance on all related aspects to clients, as well as to other members of the internal team where required. You will also be required to play a key role in helping to grow the business, generating interest in the services it offers and converting this into new work. You will actively help to strengthen the company’s brand and reputation.
Core duties (with respect to both company and clients) will include:
PR management, including identifying opportunities, drafting media statements and developing social media messaging.
Media liaison and handling, including engaging with journalists to promote news, responding to media enquiries and chaperoning.
Crisis and issues management.
Briefing spokespeople, providing guidance on media handling and contributing to media training activities.
Stakeholder management and development.
Developing content - writing, collating and editing newsletters and other written communications.
Reputation management, development and safeguarding.
Developing case studies, including seeking out opportunities and undertaking relevant interviews, e.g. with staff and customers.
Managing and supporting events, focus groups and other engagement activities.
Measuring and monitoring the effectiveness of all activities, including contributing to client updates and other reports.
Campaign and project development, management, delivery and evaluation.
Supporting the undertaking of research, insight and evaluation to understand client/ stakeholder perceptions, needs and preferences, as well as measuring the effectiveness of activities, including focus groups, interview and surveys.
Supporting both the company and clients to identify potential issues, sensitivities, risks and opportunities, and advise accordingly, ensuring an effective, proactive approach.
Ensuring the correct use of brand identity guidelines – self and others.
Contributing towards nurturing company culture, which is one of collaboration, openness and mutual support, and where innovation and creativity is actively encouraged.
Contributing towards business development and growth opportunities, including building the client/prospective client base, generating conversations and converting interest into orders.
Other responsibilities:
Attending company team and other mandatory meetings and contributing to wider team activities as required.
Prioritising and managing own workload.
Client account/relationship management and development.
Contributing to the development of company exhibition materials and manning stands.
Contributing to video production and digital development.
Supporting programme management activities as required.
Liaising with our design and web partners to develop and create materials/deliver campaigns.
Preparing presentations, briefings and correspondence, and creating basic charts, designs and diagrams.
Weekly submission of timesheets for chargeable and non-chargeable time, and contributing towards delivering better value for money for both the client and the company.
Contributing to quotes, estimates and tenders.
Collating customer feedback, including issuing and processing the results of surveys.
Liaising with company associates and providing support and guidance as required.
Contributing to the housekeeping of filing systems and shared team areas, as well as to the management of the company stakeholder/customer database, ensuring personal compliance with GDPR, the data protection act and other relevant legislation.
*Applications will remain open until a suitable client has been found. Interviews will take place asap if a suitable candidate’s CV is accepted.
*There will be times when it is essential that specific hours are worked, e.g. where there are deadlines to deliver for a client. This would be discussed and agreed as far in advance as possible. Generally, however, the postholder would be able to work flexibly on the basis that the required outputs/outcomes are delivered by the agreed timescales.
The role is office-based in Burton-on-Trent, with the opportunity to work from home on occasion where appropriate and with prior agreement. Travel within the UK may be required on occasion to work at other sites, such as partners’ and clients’ premises (expenses will be paid).
Benefits:
33 days’ annual leave, including UK bank holidays
Discretionary bonus scheme
Company pension
Employee Assistance Programme
Flexible working approach
Free on-site parking
If you are interested in applying, please email your C.V. and cover letter to hello@ringringrecruitment.co.uk
Freelance Fibreglass / Composite Laminator needed.
It all begins with an idea.
POSITION: Freelance Laminator. THIS POSITION HAS NOW BEEN FILLED.
DETAILS: Experienced freelance fibreglass / composite Laminator needed.
Starting February 2024 for several creative projects based in Burton-on-Trent. 25 hours per week.
We will require detailed passed experience and expected hourly rate.
You will need to be confident in making moulds from master.
Parking on site.
If you are interested in further details, please contact Claire on 07970 759 552 or email your cv to hello@ringringrecruitment.co.uk