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Hamilton Woods Associates

Development Officer

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Development Officer
Fixed Term Contract, 6 months
£40,110
Essex

Hamilton Woods Associates are currently recruiting for a Development Officer to assist with the identification and progression of new growth opportunities for an organisation based in Essex.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Development Officer:

  • Identify and progress new growth opportunities, focusing on both affordable and market sale options.
  • Assist with the delivery of new homes by performing site appraisals, site assembly, resident/public consultation, pre-construction surveys and planning applications.
  • Project manage identified projects and initiatives.
  • Research land opportunities, planning approvals, and market rents/sales values using online planning portals.
  • Maximise the charging capacity for all developments and assist with property charging information.
  • Contribute to the delivery of the growth strategy and Corporate Plan objectives.
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with developers, landowners, agents, contractors, solicitors, and other teams to support growth.
  • Maintain accurate records for all new projects
  • Provide project and contract management support to the New Homes team as needed, including attending meetings and assisting with handovers.
  • Assist with invoice processing and cost control
  • Liaise daily with residents, owner-occupiers, Local Authority planners, developers, architects, solicitors, councillors, and Homes and Communities Agency.

Essential Requirements of the Development Officer:

  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • Experience within residential property development

To be considered for this exciting role, please contact Lucie Houston – Managing Consultant at Hamilton Woods or apply online with a covering note of your experience and suitability referencing the job ID number. Due to the exceptionally high level of applications if you have not heard back from HWA within 7 – 10 days, it is regrettable that we cannot respond to all applicants, and please assume your application has been unsuccessful

Multi Skilled Operative

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Multi Skilled Operative

Manchester

40 hours pw

1-2 months +

£21-22 ph CIS/Umbrella + van

Hamilton Woods Associates are currently working with a social housing provider, who are looking for a Multi Skilled Operative to join their reactive repairs team. A van and fuel card is provided, with prohibited personal use.

Responsibilities of the Multi Skilled Operative includes:

  • Completing reactive plumbing, joinery and multi skilled work on void and tenanted social housing properties
  • Ensuring adherence to health and safety procedures
  • Maintaining van stock
  • Ensuring customer satisfaction
  • Maintaining a clean and working environment within customers’ homes#

Essential criteria of the Multi Skilled Operative includes:

  • Full UK Driving License
  • Skills within joinery, plumbing, tiling and patch plastering

To be considered for this exciting role, please contact Bethan Hall -Associate Director, at Hamilton Woods on 01509 276158 or apply online with a covering note of your experience and suitability referencing the job ID number. Due to the exceptionally high level of applications if you have not heard back from HWA within 7 – 10 days, it is regrettable that we cannot reply to everyone with feedback directly and please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

Plumber

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Plumber

Permanent

£28,500 p/a

Van & Fuel Card Provided (Business Use Only)

£85 per On-Call Shift (1 in 5 / 1 in 6 Rota)

40 Hour Week (Monday – Friday)

Birmingham

We are currently seeking a Plumber to join a well-established team, covering care homes, supported living, and independent living properties across Birmingham postcodes. This role is perfect for someone looking for job security, steady hours, and a great work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities:

🔧 Carrying out a mix of reactive and planned plumbing maintenance
🏠 Working on voids, refurbishments, and day-to-day plumbing repairs
💻 Jobs allocated through a tablet system for efficient scheduling
🛠 Minor repairs beyond plumbing, including tightening fixtures and general upkeep

Typical Reactive Plumbing Repairs Include:

  • Low pressure in boilers
  • Toilets not flushing
  • Radiator valve issues
  • Shower, tap, and bath repairs
  • Fixing leaks and general wear-and-tear maintenance

Requirements:

✔️ Plumbing experience in residential or social housing settings
✔️ Comfortable in a customer-facing role, working with elderly residents
✔️ Ability to handle minor repairs beyond plumbing

✔️NVQ level 2 in Plumbing & Heating

Benefits:

✅ Van & Tools Provided (Including hand tools)
✅ 24 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
✅ Health Insurance
✅ Brand-New Lease Van
✅ £85 per on-call shift (1 in 5 / 1 in 6 rota)

If you’re a skilled plumber looking for a stable and rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you! Apply

Multi Skilled Operative

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Multi-Skilled Operative

Temporary to Permanent

£22-£25/h Umbrella/CIS

Van & Fuel card Provided

Permanent salary after 12 weeks – £35,000-£37,000 p/a

40 hour week

Oldbury

We are currently seeking a Multi-Skilled Operative to join a highly skilled team working on the Local Authority Contract. The ideal candidate will have experience as a Plasterer or Joiner but we are open to candidates with a broad range of skills in residential property maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • General multi-skilled work in residential properties, including plastering, joinery, and groundworks
  • Rubbish removal from lofts and ensuring access for scaffolding
  • 1st and 2nd fix work, including door undercuts and shaving
  • Replacing fences, patch plastering, window fittings, door handles, and other fixture tasks
  • Ensure high-quality and tidy work is completed on all jobs

Requirements:

  • Asbestos Awareness
  • Time-served tradesman or NVQ Level 2 in a primary trade (Plastering, Joinery, etc.)
  • Experience in multi-trade residential work

Benefits:

  • Van & Fuel Card provided
  • Excellent pay and the opportunity for permanent employment
  • Training & Progression: Potential to move up into higher-skilled roles

If you’re a versatile, hands-on tradesperson with a passion for quality work, we would love to hear from you!

Governance Manager

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Governance Manager
Permanent
£40,000
South Yorkshire

Hamilton Woods Associates are currently recruiting for a Governance Manager to join an organisation based in South Yorkshire on a permanent basis.

Duties & Responsibilities of the Governance Manager:

  • Developing and maintaining effective governance processes
  • Handling governance frameworks
  • Providing governance advice to the board, chair, and other senior stakeholders
  • Responsible for board meetings
  • Handling all data protection matters, including DPIA’s, SAR’s and managing risks.

Benefits of the Governance Manager:

  • Generous holiday entitlement, 25 days every year increasing up to a max of 30. Plus bank holidays
  • Pension contributions up to 10%
  • Flexible working hours
  • Hybrid working
  • Discount schemes
  • Long service awards for employees
  • Health and benefits scheme

To be considered for this exciting role, please contact Connor Lamb – Recruitment Consultant at Hamilton Woods or apply online with a covering note of your experience and suitability referencing the job ID number. Due to the exceptionally high level of applications if you have not heard back from HWA within 7 – 10 days, it is regrettable that we cannot respond to all applicants, and please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

Finance Manager – Overhead Management – Temp 6m FTC

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Job Title: Finance Manager (Balance Sheet Reporting) – 6 Month FTC

Salary: £80,000

Location: Tamworth

Contract: 6-Month Fixed Term Contract (FTC)

Hybrid: 2 days office

Role Overview:
Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with a passion for balance sheet reporting and financial controls? This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of balance sheet integrity, reporting, and reconciliations within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You’ll play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, driving process improvements, and working closely with senior stakeholders to enhance financial controls.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Overhead Cost Control: Take ownership of tracking, monitoring, and reducing overhead costs across the business.
  • Cost Efficiency Initiatives: Identify inefficiencies and collaborate with department heads to implement effective cost-saving strategies.
  • Financial Reporting: Provide detailed and timely reports on overhead expenses, presenting insights and recommendations to senior management.
  • Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead overhead budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with the organisation’s financial goals.
  • Variance Analysis: Conduct in-depth analysis of variances in overhead costs, identifying issues and recommending corrective actions.
  • Process Improvement: Continuously assess and refine financial processes to improve the accuracy and efficiency of overhead cost management.

Key Requirements:

  • ACCA or ACA qualified
  • Proven experience in a finance management role, with specific expertise in overhead cost management.
  • Demonstrated success in reducing costs while maintaining operational performance.
  • Strong analytical and financial reporting skills, with a focus on overheads.
  • Reconciliations Management – Lead the preparation and review of complex balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Financial Controls & Compliance – Maintain strong internal controls, ensuring adherence to accounting standards and policies.
  • Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams to influence cost-saving decisions.
  • Advanced proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.

Repairs Surveyor

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Repairs Surveyor
Permanent
£42,000
Essex

Hamilton Woods Associates are currently recruiting for a Repairs Surveyor to join an organisation to be responsible for the day-to-day running of works on a permanent basis.

Responsibilities of the Repairs Surveyor:

  • Carry out inspections
  • Manage the budget, value and certify works
  • Survey buildings and structures
  • Report on housing defects
  • Support the achievement of key performance targets in the region
  • Ensure contracts are delivered in line with current health and safety legislation
  • Monitor progress on defect and hazard rectification works

Essential Experience of the Repairs Surveyor:

  • Previous experience relevant to the post
  • Full UK Driving Licence

To be considered for this exciting role, please contact Lucie Houston – Managing Consultant at Hamilton Woods or apply online with a covering note of your experience and suitability referencing the job ID number. Due to the exceptionally high level of applications if you have not heard back from HWA within 7 – 10 days, it is regrettable that we cannot respond to all applicants, and please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

Roofers Mate

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Roofers Mate
£17.33 Umbrella
Temporary – Permanent
38 hours
Manchester

Hamilton Woods Associates are currently recruiting for a Roofers Mate to carry out all aspects of labouring and semi-skilled activities surrounding roofing, and other trades when required on a temporary to permanent basis.

Responsibilities of the Roofers Mate:

  • Carrying out all aspects of labouring and semi-skilled activities surrounding roofing, and other trades when required
  • Assisting with aspects of roofing work including general repairs, maintenance and refurbishment
  • Working on large scale pitched roofs, flat roofs and chimney stack demolitions
  • Assisting with gutter and soffit works when required

Essential Experience of the Roofers Mate:

  • Full UK Driving Licence

To be considered for this exciting role, please contact Lucie Houston – Managing Consultant at Hamilton Woods or apply online with a covering note of your experience and suitability referencing the job ID number. Due to the exceptionally high level of applications if you have not heard back from HWA within 7 – 10 days, it is regrettable that we cannot respond to all applicants, and please assume your application has been unsuccessful.