County council recruitment event aims to fill more than 50 jobs

Eleonora Gallina
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County council recruitment event aims to fill more than 50 jobs
More than 50 jobs are on offer at Leicestershire County Council in the authority’s highways, transport and waste management teams – and jobseekers are invited to a recruitment event to find out more. The council is seeking to recruit to a variety of posts including HGV drivers, highways workers, waste site advisors, tree surgeons and transport officers. There are also trainee and graduate schemes, apprenticeships and numerous casual vacancies waiting to be filled. Anyone interested is invited to a recruitment event at County Hall in Glenfield between 11am and 4pm on Thursday March 3.”In line with the national picture, we are experiencing significant problems recruiting to some vacancies and we are hoping that our recruitment event will attract new staff. Our event is being run in partnership with Reed and we are specifically looking to generate interest in roles across highways and transport as well as our waste operation.
Councillor Ozzy O’Shea, cabinet member for highways and transport said: “We are looking at not only getting good candidates into the departments, but also increasing diversity across the workforce. I would urge anyone looking for a new job to come along to our recruitment event and find out more about the roles we have on offer
Visitors will have the chance to talk to staff already doing the jobs, ask questions and get a real feel for the roles. There will be the opportunity to see how employees could progress in their chosen field and what training is on offer. Those interested in agency work can meet the council’s recruitment partners Reed and local recruitment agencies specialising in a variety of temporary roles including driving. Free parking is available in the visitor’s car park and anyone attending is asked to report to main reception on arrival. Some of the benefits of working for the Leicestershire County Council are:
  • 24 days annual leave a year (five days extra after 5 years continuous service)
  • 8 public holidays a year
  • Flexible working
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Access to continuous professional development
  • Working groups for LGBT staff, disabled workers, carers and a black workers group
 

Refrigeration solutions provider appoints administrators

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Refrigeration solutions provider appoints administrators
A company that provides refrigeration solutions to the retail, hospitality, and leisure sectors, with a warehouse and distribution facility based in Kettering and a head office function based in Livingston, has entered administration. Chris Pole and Sarah Collins from Interpath Advisory were appointed as joint administrators of Beheren Limited, trading as Capital Cooling, on 24 February 2022. The company had recently experienced significant trading difficulties, with high shipping costs compounding ongoing pressure on sales and margins, leading to cash flow difficulties. As a result of these issues, the company undertook a process to explore investment options. However, a solvent solution could not be found and ultimately it was concluded that it was in the best interests of the creditors for the company to be placed into administration. The company employed 42 members of staff. Immediately following their appointment, the joint administrators made a number of redundancies. Chris Pole, Managing Director at Interpath Advisory and joint administrator, said: “Our immediate priority is to assist those members of staff who have been impacted by redundancy, providing them with the support they need to make claims to the Redundancy Payments Office. “We will also be exploring options for the sale of the business, and would invite interested parties to contact us as soon as possible.”

Businesses urged to consider Chesterfield Market Hall

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Businesses urged to consider Chesterfield Market Hall
The Market Hall in Chesterfield is home to a wealth of businesses and is based in the heart of Chesterfield, and even more businesses are being offered the opportunity to be based there too. Chesterfield Borough Council has a number of options available for local retailers looking for a new location for their business, whether they are looking for a short-term trading solution or a longer-term base. There is currently a pop-up shop offer available to new traders who would like to be based inside the Market Hall. The pop-up offer is £60 per week and the stall can be held for a maximum of three months, with no minimum term. After the maximum of three months at the pop-up rate the tenant will be offered the opportunity to remain (conditional to signing up to a full lease at the full rate for that stall). As part of the package, Chesterfield Borough Council also offers access to free business support for pre-start businesses or businesses in their first year through the Vision Derbyshire Scheme. The Vision Derbyshire Business Start-Up and Business Support Grant Scheme is open to people who live in Derbyshire who are starting their own business or have recently set up a business in the last year. Councillor Kate Sarvent, cabinet member for town centres and visitor economy, said: “A team of local expert business advisers at Vision Derbyshire are in place to offer free advice and support so this could have huge benefits for your future business planning. “Council officers can also discuss access to the Digital High Street Campaign for businesses that are eligible which could allow you to develop a website equipped with the latest forms of payment and consider options such as “click and collect” if you do not have this set up already.” Each of the stalls inside the Market Hall can also be rented on a permanent let basis also, the start dates for this can be negotiated at the enquiry stage. For more established businesses, there are currently two larger external shops on the outside of the Market Hall available for permanent lease also.

Sneinton office and storage space sold to Nottingham Mencap

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Sneinton office and storage space sold to Nottingham Mencap
Nottingham Mencap has snapped up Clarence Street in Sneinton. The property comprises two buildings which have been combined and are set over three floors. The premises is located just off Carlton Road in Sneinton, approximately 1 mile north east of Nottingham City Centre, close to the Motorpoint Arena, measuring 5,806ft². The building was previously used by the 3D Group UK for storage, manufacturing and distribution on the ground floor and offices/meeting rooms on the first and second floors alongside staff welfare facilities throughout. Nottingham Mencap, the purchasers, are a self-funded Nottinghamshire charity which was founded in 1950 by a small group of parents who united to establish the right for their disabled children to live independent lives and have the same opportunities as everyone else. Helping those living with learning difficulties and autism Nottingham Mencap provide a supportive and welcoming space within their community to enable them to develop and maintain relationships and develop skills needed to live healthy, safe and fulfilling lives. Anthony Barrowcliffe of FHP said: “When I first met the 3D Group UK and they showed me around the property it blew me away in terms of internal fit out, specification, quality and the high standard of finishings throughout. “No expense was spared in what they thought was their forever home. Every inch of the building was utilised and bursting at the seams and reluctantly the 3D Group UK were having to relocate due to their incredible expansion and outgrowing this space. “Nottingham Mencap is a wonderful charity and I was so pleased that terms could be agreed to allow the 3D Group UK to move into their much bigger new unit, and for Nottingham Mencap to move into Clarence Street which met their needs and support their expansion. “This was a great transaction to be involved with, in an area I am very active in and believe is up and coming for industrial, office and residential property.”

Ilkeston industrial unit let to Scandinavian-inspired furniture business

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Ilkeston industrial unit let to Scandinavian-inspired furniture business
On behalf of a private client, FHP Property Consultants have completed the letting of Unit 4 & 5 Eagle Road, located on Quarry Hill Industrial Estate in Ilkeston, to Vaunt Design Ltd. The property comprises a light industrial unit providing 2,262 sq ft of warehouse, office storage and WC facilities. The premises is positioned just south of Ilkeston, providing good access to main road links such as A52 and J26 of the M1 Motorway. Dan Mooney of FHP Property Consultants said: “This was a great result for all involved. We conducted a good number of viewings and had numerous offers on the table for the asking rent of £15,500 per annum. It was amazing to see completion within 3 months of writing the initial marketing report. “Competition is fierce for units like this, and we could have let it out many times over, so it’s great to have seen it gone to a quirky Scandinavian inspired furniture storage firm seeking an expansion into Ilkeston. “We continued to see great success in Ilkeston during 2021 with several lettings done at West Hallam Industrial Estate and getting this letting over the line provides a great start to 2022 for FHP. We are looking towards completing many more transactions in Ilkeston and wider Derbyshire this year.”

Get ready to network at the Property & Business Investment Lincolnshire Expo

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Get ready to network at the Property & Business Investment Lincolnshire Expo
With everything you require for a great day of networking and business generation, attend The Property & Business Investment Lincolnshire Expo to establish new contacts. A well targeted, free to attend event aimed at the Construction, Property, Business, Investment, Finance, Professional Services and related B2B markets, for which Business Link is a proud partner, the expo will take place on Wednesday 27 April 2022 at The Bentley Hotel, Lincoln. Opening at 9am, as the exhibition closes (circa 2pm), it will roll directly into an informal network lunch – tickets are just £25 plus vat and can be ordered and paid for directly online. Meet more potential clients in one amazing cost effective day, than it would take months out on the road. To attend the event, register for free here. To generate opportunities by exhibiting at the event, click here. Purchase tickets to the networking lunch here.

Engineering consultancy supports Age UK Notts’ Men in Sheds project

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Engineering consultancy supports Age UK Notts’ Men in Sheds project
Engineering consultancy Howard Ward Associates (HWA) has supported Age UK Notts, by providing structural advice to the charity to assist with its plan to create more space and generally refurbish one of its Men in Sheds facilities in Blidworth, Nottinghamshire. From its head office in Nottingham, HWA delivers construction engineering consultancy services across a range of sectors, including education, healthcare, emergency services, commercial and residential throughout the country. On a pro bono basis, HWA has provided advice on the structural aspects of Age UK Notts’ planned project, which includes the construction of the new first floor alongside refurbishing an adjacent unit that the charity has recently expanded into. Launched in 1942, Age UK Notts is one of the largest local independent charities providing a wide range of services for older people from all communities and backgrounds in the city and county. The charity’s Men in Sheds project has been welcoming older men to get together to learn and share new skills in a local shed concept workshop since 2009. A team of volunteers are on hand to support and there are a range of tools and equipment for the members to put practical skills to good use in the day-to-day running of the shed. Members can build confidence and take control by deciding which activities they want to take part in including woodworking, skills sharing and socialising. The national Age UK’s research shows that 1.4 million older people in the UK are often lonely. This is now especially prevalent following the COVID-19 pandemic and the effects this has had on families. Giles Ward, director at HWA, said: “We are very pleased to offer our expertise and support to Age UK Notts and its important Men in Sheds project, which addresses the often-overlooked subject of loneliness and mental health issues in older men. “This fantastic project encourages and allows men aged 60+ who are isolated or disconnected from their community to experience learning new skills, regaining confidence and making new friends. “As a Nottingham-based company, we are always keen to get involved in projects that support the local community.” Peter Anderson, volunteer shed manager at Blidworth Shed, said: “It is very encouraging to have support from a local Nottinghamshire business like HWA. The refurbishment has been an important aspect returning from COVID restrictions. Now we can open the Men in Sheds projects to many more men aged over 60, who want to be involved in woodworking projects and meet new people.”

Fully-funded leadership and management training on offer for 100 East Midlands businesses

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Fully-funded leadership and management training on offer for 100 East Midlands businesses
East Midlands Chamber has announced a new training subsidy to help businesses across the region with their post-COVID growth. The subsidy covers the upfront 10% fee – usually £750 – of joining the Help to Grow management programme, which is designed to help businesses develop leadership, boost productivity, innovate and produce a plan for growth. The remaining 90% cost of course attendance is paid by Government. A total of 100 eligible businesses can benefit from access to the fully-funded, 12-week executive development leadership and management programme, which blends online and face-to-face sessions. To qualify for the subsidy, organisations must employ between five and 249 people, and have been operational for at least a year. Additionally, they must be based in a local authority area earmarked for UK Community Renewal Fund (UKCRF) support, namely Bassetlaw, Derbyshire Dales, High Peak, Leicester city, Mansfield, Newark and Sherwood, or Nottingham city. The training is being delivered by Leicester Castle Business School, Nottingham Business School, Nottingham University Business School, University of Leicester and University of Derby. Each has been accredited by the Small Business Charter, an award which recognises high quality, tailored guidance to small businesses and their local economy. Diane Beresford, deputy chief executive at East Midlands Chamber, said: “A key part of the Government’s levelling up agenda is to invest in skills. The Chamber shares this priority so it makes perfect sense that we add our support to the excellent training provision on offer in our region. “Boosting skills among the businesses and staff members involved, particularly amongst those where cost would otherwise prohibit participation, means our region is in a much stronger position to seize the opportunities that lie ahead.” Applications, which can be submitted via the Chamber’s Help to Grow webpage, are being approved on a first-come, first-served basis. Courses starting from March onwards are available to join at smallbusinesscharter.org/h2gm-registration.

Nottingham engineering consultancy signals growth ambitions with environmental groundwork acquisition

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Nottingham engineering consultancy signals growth ambitions with environmental groundwork acquisition
Nottingham-based engineering consultancy, Dice, has acquired fellow Nottingham firm Unity Environmental. Unity Environmental founder Jake Bayne and team have formed Dice Environmental – a new sub-division of the overall Dice company, offering expert geo-environmental and geotechnical engineering specialisms. Wayne Oakes, director at Dice, said: “We are delighted to be expanding our offering with geo-environmental and geo-technical services through Dice Environmental to clients we currently work with for civil and structural services, and as a stand-alone service for projects large and small. “We are almost four years old and as we develop from a start-up company to an SME it is important we evaluate what we are able to offer in order to ensure our growth is sustainable and measured, so our core values are never lost in the process. Keeping our customer service at 100% is the most important thing to us.” Speaking on the formation of Dice Environmental, Jake Bayne said: “I’m excited to be growing my business by joining the Dice family, as their values around sustainability and wellbeing really align with my own. “The experience I’m bringing to the table from working in both the public and private sector throughout the UK will enhance the service we’re able to offer clients, as well as to allow us to tap into a totally new client base. It’ll be great to see what we achieve together on this new venture.”

City of Lincoln Council delivers successful Christmas Market enabling wider economic spend in Lincoln

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City of Lincoln Council delivers successful Christmas Market enabling wider economic spend in Lincoln

City of Lincoln Council delivered a successful 2021 Lincoln Christmas Market despite the pressures of an exceptional year due to Covid-19, allowing for an increase in visitors for the local economy.

In 2021, the city welcomed a covid-safe Lincoln Christmas Market between 2 and 5 December, drawing in a near-record 276,000 visitors over the four days. In doing so, City of Lincoln Council committed to a loss in income to allow for Covid-19 safety procedures to take precedence and ensure the 2021 event went ahead. According to economic assessments and visitor surveys previously conducted by the University of Lincoln, visitor spend from the annual market is estimated in the region of £12 million, with approximately £2.65 million going directly into the economic value of the city. Ahead of the 2021 market, and reflecting the impact the pandemic had on some regular stallholders, many had ceased to trade or found other forms of business or employment, while others felt nervous about committing to any events due to potential cancellation due to government restrictions. To maintain the quality of stalls, and to keep the reputation of the market, the city council made the decision to reduce the number of stalls at the 2021 market. Reducing number of stalls, from 185, to 150, allowed for more space for visitors during the pandemic, and was just one of a number of procedures in place to give confidence in a covid-safe event. This also included hand sanitisation stations, the use of face coverings in indoor settings and crowded areas, and increased covid messaging both prior to and during the market. However, stallholder fees are the main source of income for the Christmas Market and therefore a reduction in stalls had a serious impact on the budget. This, combined with a shortfall in associated income from parking fees, resulted in an estimated income loss of £45,748 – a figure anticipated by the city council. Cllr Neil Murray, Portfolio Holder for Inclusive Economic Growth at City of Lincoln Council said: “In 2021 we fully committed to putting on the Lincoln Christmas Market as we are aware of the wider benefits the market brings to the local economy. “The market is one of the biggest in the country and attracts visitors from far and wide, really putting Lincoln on the map, and is an important calendar event for many local businesses in the area, with over a third of the market’s stallholders from Lincolnshire. “The 2021 market was a great success, welcoming 276,000 visitors, many of which are likely to visit our beautiful city again throughout the year, further benefitting the local economy. “We continue to be proud to host this festive event, which keeps the spirit of Christmas alive in the city – something Lincoln greatly needed last year.”
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