Alaska Black

Quantity Surveyor Commercial Flooring Location: Leeds, Glasgow or Carlisle (Home or Office Based) Salary: Circa £50,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance + Benefits Overview Join a thriving flooring division within a nationwide construction, shopfitting, and M&E engineering group with a turnover of approx. £450M. Specialising in commercial flooring installations including carpet tiles, luxury vinyl tiles (Amtico / Karndean), and floor preparation works (e.g. screeding and damp proof membranes) this division delivers high-quality results for supermarkets, NHS projects, public sector contracts, and internal group businesses. Project will range from £2,000 to £80,000. The Role Quantity Surveyor We re seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor with commercial flooring expertise to oversee cost control, procurement, and contract management. Reporting to the Operational Directors, you ll be responsible for: Monitoring project costs, expenditure, and profit forecasts Managing cost/value reconciliations and subcontractor accounts Procuring subcontract packages and materials Administering JCT and NEC contract types Pricing new projects based on £/ft calculations Supporting Contract and Operations Managers with contractual matters Submitting valuations, final accounts, and retention claims Ensuring cash flow reporting and timely payments Providing input into estimating and future negotiations Delivering consistent cost transparency to clients and internal teams Candidate Profile Ideal for someone with strong QS experience, analytical skills and a background in commercial flooring projects or fit-out environments. You ll bring confident decision-making, familiarity with construction contracts, and a collaborative attitude. Benefits c£50,000 base salary c£5,000 car allowance 6% employer pension 33 days annual leave (inc. bank holidays) BUPA healthcare

Quantity Surveyor Commercial Flooring Location: Leeds, Glasgow or Carlisle (Home or Office Based) Salary: Circa £50,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance + Benefits Overview Join a thriving flooring division within a nationwide construction, shopfitting, and M&E engineering group with a turnover of approx. £450M. Specialising in commercial flooring installations including carpet tiles, luxury vinyl tiles (Amtico / Karndean), and floor preparation works (e.g. screeding and damp proof membranes) this division delivers high-quality results for supermarkets, NHS projects, public sector contracts, and internal group businesses. Project will range from £2,000 to £80,000 The Role Quantity Surveyor We re seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor with commercial flooring expertise to oversee cost control, procurement, and contract management. Reporting to the Operational Directors, you ll be responsible for: Monitoring project costs, expenditure, and profit forecasts Managing cost/value reconciliations and subcontractor accounts Procuring subcontract packages and materials Administering JCT and NEC contract types Pricing new projects based on £/ft calculations Supporting Contract and Operations Managers with contractual matters Submitting valuations, final accounts, and retention claims Ensuring cash flow reporting and timely payments Providing input into estimating and future negotiations Delivering consistent cost transparency to clients and internal teams Candidate Profile Ideal for someone with strong QS experience, analytical skills and a background in commercial flooring projects or fit-out environments. You ll bring confident decision-making, familiarity with construction contracts, and a collaborative attitude. Benefits c£50,000 base salary c£5,000 car allowance 6% employer pension 33 days annual leave (inc. bank holidays) BUPA healthcare

Job Title: Painter & Decorator Location: CA, DG, and LA Postcode Areas Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Painter and Decorator to join a close-knit team, assisting on small works projects ranging from 2,000 to 500,000. This role primarily involves insurance-related repairs , including fire and flood damage restoration. Key Responsibilities: Carry out Painting and Decorating work on insurance repair projects of fire and flood damage restoration. Ensuring quality works of internal walls, ceilings, woodwork, internal doors and skirting boards and any other internal damage that would need restoring. Ensure safety and compliance with all construction and health & safety regulations. Work collaboratively with a tight-knit team that enjoys a social work environment, including regular team outings. Maintain a professional approach when dealing with clients and insurance providers. Requirements: Ideally qualified in Painter/Decorator, but strong experience in painting work may be considered in place of formal qualifications. Must successfully complete a DBS check. Comfortable with traveling to sites across CA, DG, and LA postcode areas. Ability to work efficiently and independently while contributing to the team dynamic. Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality craftsmanship. Salary & Benefits: 17.94 per hour Overtime rates: x1.5 up to 12:00 PM on Saturdays x2 after 12:00 PM on Saturdays and for early mornings before 06:00 AM Travel time: 20 mins each way (unpaid) Lunch: 30 mins unpaid (flexible approach) Pension scheme: 3% / 5% contributions Holidays: 20 days plus bank holidays Van provided (no private use, but allowances for short weekend journeys or supermarket trips with prior approval) Why Join? This is an opportunity to become part of a friendly and supportive team that values hard work while maintaining a strong social bond. We offer varied projects, a stable workload, and opportunities to work on essential repairs and restoration projects.

Job Title: Production Planner Location: Middlewich, Cheshire Salary: £31,000 + Excellent Benefits Hours: Monday to Friday, 4:00pm 12:30am We are seeking a skilled Scheduler to join the Planning Department of a leading food manufacturing site near Middlewich. This is a key role focused on production line scheduling and ensuring the efficient and timely packaging of high-quality chilled products. Key Responsibilities: Create and manage packaging schedules to meet production demands Work closely with production teams to optimise efficiency and minimise downtime Monitor inventory and coordinate with procurement to maintain material availability Analyse production data to identify and implement improvements Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align planning and operations Maintain accurate records and scheduling documentation About You: Previous experience in production scheduling, ideally in food manufacturing Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Proficient in MS Excel and familiar with scheduling software Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills Highly organised and detail-oriented, able to thrive under pressure What s in it for you: Salary of £31,000 6 weeks holiday (including bank holidays) Free on-site parking and subsidised staff canteen Excellent pension and life assurance cover Access to Digital GP and well-being support Enhanced family and parental leave options Ready to take the next step in your planning career? Apply now and be part of a thriving and supportive team driving success in a fast-paced food environment.

The Company: A global FM and property management company. The Role: You will be responsible for the maintenance of a healthcare facility in Edinburgh. You will carry out general building fabric maintenance, basic plumbing and general site PPM's (tap temperatures, emergency light tests). You will also be required to paint and repair any cosmetic issues on site (walls / skirting boards / doors). The Person: It is essential that you have experience of working in a client facing maintenance role and have a good all round knowledge of building services maintenance. The part time hours are flexible to suit a persons availability up to 24 hours , Days and hours are also flexible. The Salary: Salary is up to 33,000 Pro Rata ( 15.87 per hour) + OT + 25 days holiday pro rata and 3%/5% pension.

Company: 100m group of companies who specialise in mechanical and electrical building services engineering from initial concept and design to installation and ongoing facilities management / maintenance. The Role: We are recruiting for a Health & Safety Advisor / Manager for all mechanical and electrical business activities (major installation projects to c 20m / small works / maintenance) across the Southern region. This region has a T/O of c 65m and is expected to continue to grow. Reporting into the the Group H&S Manager, you will manage all aspects of H&S, with a pro-active rather than reactive mindset, together with a collaborative hands-on approach. Day to day duties will include: Site audits. Prepare monthly reports. Checking of risk assessments. Accident incident investigation and reporting Ensure all process and policies are up to date and fit for purpose Work with individual stakeholders to drive improvements and ensuring all divisions work to the same standards Analysis of trends therefore identifying / preventing risks. Carry out tool box talks. The Person: You will have extensive experience of Health & Safety within construction or M&E contracting and be NEBOSH (general or construction) qualified. The Salary: Salary is negotiable but between 50k and 60k depending on experience Car allowance - c 7000 27 days annual leave PLUS statutory Bank Holidays Company pension 4%/4% (% is on full salary and isn't capped) Annual bonus CPD training and development opportunities within a growing group of companies

Job Title: Production Shift Manager Recruiter: Alaska Black Location: Knaresborough Salary: Up 46,000 + Benefits Contract: Permanent, Days The company My client, a highly esteemed food manufacturing PLC situated in Knaresborough, is searching for a Production Shift Manager. Known for a sumptuous range of premium offerings, this business boasts a fleet of well-invested manufacturing facilities spanning the UK. Their commitment to quality is matched only by their commitment to their team. The role Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will manage a team of Team Managers who are responsible for a large number of operators and technicians. You will be responsible for monitoring and driving KPIs and taking action to ensure they are all met on a daily and weekly basis, ensuring the Health & Safety of all colleagues whilst maintaining and making improvements in all areas, maximising profits and drive performance improvement. The person You will have experience in a similar role within a food manufacturing environment, a proven track record of people management and delivering strong results through a team in a people management role, have an understanding of cost models and experience of budgetary control and understand pest control management, with the ability to challenge decisions and behaviours ensuring consistency to my clients customers. You will have excellent communication skills, be able to make on the spot decisions and be very much a people person. Interested Click apply to send your CV or to find out more about this position. About us Alaska Black are recruitment specialists, recruiting nationally across all roles within FMCG, Finance, Human Resources and Senior Level Appointments. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that reflects our customer base and the communities in which we operate, creating an environment that enables everyone to fulfil their potential.