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The Gelder Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company's established policy is to ensure that no unlawful discrimination occurs, either directly or indirectly, against any person on the grounds of colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, age, sex or marital status, religion or religious belief, sexual orientation or disability, or be disadvantaged by any other condition or requirement that is not essential for carrying out the job.
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Administrator
Location: Lincoln
Department: Facility, Repairs and Maintenance
The Gelder Group, a modern forward thinking construction company require an Administrator to work at our Head Office in Sturton by Stow.
Role Overview:
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm
Requirements: Efficient, well-organized, with excellent telephone skills and proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Skills: Ability to thrive under pressure, with strong administration and customer service skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support to Contracts Managers.
- Handle day-to-day administrative tasks.
- Answer and direct incoming calls.
- Liaise with customers, subcontractors, and clients.
Essential Criteria:
- Excellent telephone manner.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Able to work methodically in a very busy environment.
- Reliable, flexible, and adaptable.
- Previous experience in an administrative role.
- Own transport required (location not serviced by public transport).
Desirable Experience:
Previous experience in the construction industry.
Recruitment Notice:
We are only accepting CVs directly from applicants for this position.
Unfortunately, because of the volume of applications we receive either speculatively or in response to our adverts, we aren't able to give individuals status updates nor to communicate with applicants who have not been shortlisted for interview. Applicants should therefore assume that they have been unsuccessful if they have not heard from us within 4 weeks of submitting their details. We thank you for your interest in Gelder and if unsuccessful would encourage you to apply again in the future.
To apply for the above position, send your CV and covering letter to louisa.sharpe@gelder.co.uk, or by post to:
Louisa Sharpe
Gelder Group, Head Office
Tillbridge Lane
Sturton By Stow
Lincoln. LN1 2DS
Insurance Surveyor - Lincoln
Location: Lincoln
Department: Insurance, Repair & Renovation
The Gelder Group is a diverse mixture of divisions and companies all orientated around the delivery of high quality customer excellence in the construction industry.
This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join an ever-expanding insurance team based in Lincoln and working the surrounding areas.
You will be part of an established dedicated team dealing with insurance repairs. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction, be able to work to tight timescales, use your own initiative and always carry out work at a high standard. Experience with surveying Insurance related repairs would be an advantage but full training will be given.
Benefits include
- Competitive salary (depending on experience)
- Company car scheme
- Flexible working arrangements
- 21 days holiday plus bank holidays
Duties will include, but will not be limited to (full job role training will be provided):
- Validating, settling and scheduling domestic and commercial insurance claims.
- Working directly with several insurance companies and networks. Claims such as subsidence, flood, fire, escape of water, impact, accidental damage, storm etc.
- Producing schedules, final accounts, variations, interim payment claims, private quotations and health and safety documentations
- Carrying out moisture readings
- Offering professional advice to clients and policy holders.
Essential skills:
- Knowledge of Xactimate and Microsoft Office packages especially Outlook and Excel would be an advantage, but training will be given.
- Great telephone manner
- Pride yourself on great customer service and ensure your work is done to the highest standard.
- Good communication skills, time management and organisation.
To apply for the above position, send your CV and covering letter to danielle.skayman@gelder.co.uk, or by post to:
Danielle Skayman
Gelder Group, Head Office
Tillbridge Lane
Sturton By Stow
Lincoln. LN1 2DS
Apprentice Accounts Assistant
Location: Lincoln
Department: Accounts
40 hours Monday-Friday
About the Role: We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our finance team as an Apprentice Accounts Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working towards Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Standard. You’ll support the day-to-day running of the accounts function and gain insight into various aspects of financial administration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting with processing invoices, payments, and receipts
- Supporting the preparation of financial reports and reconciliations
- Data entry and updating accounting systems
- Supporting month-end and year-end processes
- Communicating with suppliers, clients, and internal teams
- General administrative duties to support the finance department
About You:
- A keen interest in finance and accounting
- Strong attention to detail and good numeracy skills
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Willingness to learn and take on new challenges
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English at grade 4/C or above
What We Offer:
- Full training and support towards a recognised accounting qualification
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Real responsibilities and varied work experience
- Opportunities for progression upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
To apply for the above position, send your CV and covering letter to katie.scott@gelder.co.uk, or by post to:
Katie Scott
Gelder Group, Head Office
Tillbridge Lane
Sturton By Stow
Lincoln. LN1 2DS
Plasterer IRR Lichfield
Location: Lichfield
Department: Insurance, Repair & Renovation
The Gelder Group is a diverse mixture of divisions and companies all orientated around the delivery of high quality customer excellence in the construction industry. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join our ever expanding Insurance, Repair and Renovation team based in Lincoln
You will be part of an established dedicated team dealing with insurance repairs. The ideal candidate will be able to work to tight timescales, use their own initiative and work at the highest standards providing customers with quality work.
You must have relevant experience/qualifications to your trade, a full driving license and references from previous works. PAYE only
To apply for the above position, send your CV and covering letter to katie.scott@gelder.co.uk, or by post to:
Katie Scott
Gelder Group, Head Office
Tillbridge Lane
Sturton By Stow
Lincoln. LN1 2DS
Contracts Manager - Commercial Department
Location: Lincoln
Department: Commercial
Our Commercial department are actively seeking an experienced Contracts Manager with a proven track record of delivering projects on time, in budget and to a high quality.
The successful candidate should have a minimum of 3 years experience. You will work on a wide range of different projects, including refurbishment, new builds and maintenance, all within a wide range of different sectors. At any one time you will be responsible for overseeing a number of projects ranging from £50k-£5m.
Responsibilities include:
- Formulating contract programmes, procurement of subcontractor and material schedules
- Issuing of progress reports
- Working closely with the project team including; Site Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Buyers and Health & Safety Manager
- Ensuring that projects are completed to the required standard, on time and within budget
- Ensuring that all health & safety regulations are maintained
- Representing the company in a professional / polite manner at all meetings
- Ensuring that our I.S.O quality assurance procedures are adhered to
- To assist with the project team with value engineering and construction methods to ensure that margins are achieved / exceeded on all projects
- Must hold valid UK driving licence, a current SMSTS and CSCS card would be desirable.
We're seeking candidates who have / are:
- A track record of successfully delivering construction projects.
- An ability to build strong client relationships.
- Reliable, flexible and a team player.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
To apply for the above position, send your CV and covering letter to katie.scott@gelder.co.uk, or by post to:
Katie Scott
Gelder Group, Head Office
Tillbridge Lane
Sturton By Stow
Lincoln. LN1 2DS
Contracts Manager - FRM dept Lincoln
Location: Lincoln
Department: Facility, Repairs and Maintenance
Our Facility, Repairs and Maintenance department are actively seeking an experienced Contracts Manager/Surveyor with a proven track record of delivering projects on time, in budget and to a high quality.
Job Purpose
The primary responsibility of this position is to manage work orders originating from councils, housing associations, estate agents, land agents and similar entities. These tasks encompass managing reactive repairs and maintenance, utilising both an in-house team of tradespeople and external subcontractors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage contracts in line with client requirements and Gelder processes and procedures ensuring the works are completed to the required standard, on time and within budget.
- Be able to evaluate the repairs required and prepare a corresponding priced schedule of works utilising various portal.
- Agree start and completion dates in line with contracts / schedules based on client requirements and ensure the data base is updated.
- Issue any relevant notices for delays or direct / specific instructions from the client / contractor that may influence the project.
- Ensure all health and safety regulations are maintained.
- Provide written sub-contract or works orders. Liaise with the admin team / buyer to issue orders as required.
- Deal with site issues and snagging in line with the contract requirements to ensure all works are completed in a timely manner the first time.
- Raise follow on works from visits with diagnosing repair and scheduling work within set timeframes.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties, and you may be required to carry out other tasks in accordance with the needs of the organization. You will need to be flexible and adaptable in respect of your role.
The successful candidate will have/are:
- An ability to build strong client relationships.
- Reliable, flexible and a team player.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines timeframes.
- Hold a valid UK driving licence
- A proven track record of delivering construction projects on time, within budget and to a high quality.
To apply for the above position, send your CV and covering letter to louisa.sharpe@gelder.co.uk, or by post to:
Louisa Sharpe
Gelder Group, Head Office
Tillbridge Lane
Sturton By Stow
Lincoln. LN1 2DS
