Reed is recruiting an HR Manager for a thriving SME in the commercial construction, plumbing and heating sector, based in Epping, Essex with regular travel to Camden. This is a brilliant opportunity to shape HR for a growing business, with a competitive salary and flexibility for the right person. Key Responsibilities - Lead day-to-day HR operations across multiple sites, ensuring smooth and compliant people processes - Advise managers on employee relations, performance management, absence and disciplinary matters - Manage recruitment and onboarding, helping attract and retain skilled construction and trades talent - Develop HR policies, contracts and handbooks, keeping up with UK employment law and best practice - Support training, engagement and culture initiatives as the company scales What You'll Need - Proven HR generalist experience, ideally in construction, trades, engineering or a similar fast-paced SME - Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and confident ER case management - Excellent communication skills, able to build credibility with site teams and leadership - CIPD qualification (or working towards) is desirable, plus willingness to travel to Camden as needed Why Apply Join a stable, growing employer where your HR expertise will have real impact, with flexible working options and clear scope to develop the function as the business expands.

Howells Recruitment is seeking an Assistant Site Manager to support social housing refurbishments in Epping, Essex. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a leading planned works contractor delivering high-quality internal and external upgrades that make a real difference to residents and communities. Key Responsibilities - Support the Site Manager to deliver planned internal and external refurbishment works across occupied social housing properties - Supervise subcontractors and operatives on site, coordinating daily tasks, access, and sequencing to keep programmes on track - Monitor quality standards and ensure works meet specifications, resolving issues quickly and professionally - Maintain a safe working environment, helping to enforce H&S procedures, permits, and site housekeeping - Liaise with residents, client representatives, and supply chain to ensure smooth communication and minimal disruption What You’ll Need - Experience assisting on site within social housing planned works/refurbishments (decent homes, kitchens/bathrooms, roofing, external works) - Solid knowledge of health & safety and site processes; SSSTS/SMSTS preferred - Strong communication skills, especially in occupied environments with resident liaison - Organised, proactive approach with the confidence to manage subcontractors and report progress Why Apply Join a reputable contractor through Howells Recruitment with a competitive salary and package, clear progression, and steady work across Essex.