Glazing Designer – High-End Residential & Commercial

Location: Tamworth, Midlands

Hours: 8:30am – 5:30pm, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Full Time – Office Based

About the Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Glazing Designer to join a growing specialist glazing business working

on high-end residential and commercial projects.

The successful candidate will be responsible for producing detailed drawings throughout the design and construction process,

working closely with clients, architects, project teams and internal departments to ensure projects are delivered accurately and

efficiently.

You will be supported by an experienced team and will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge of specialist glazing

systems and progress within the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Review scopes of work, architects' drawings and project information to understand project requirements.

• Prepare detailed 2D AutoCAD shop drawings for client review and approval.

• Use existing standard details and develop project-specific drawings where required.

• Liaise with clients, architects and internal project teams throughout the design process.

• Respond promptly to technical queries and incorporate client comments and amendments into drawings.

• Prepare construction issue drawings following site surveys or receipt of site measurements.

• Produce take-offs and cutting lists for project management and procurement teams.

• Support the handover of projects to the project management and procurement departments.

• Provide technical and design information to Project Managers throughout the project lifecycle.

• Manage your own workload and ensure drawings and approvals are completed within required timescales.

• Work towards individual targets relating to work in progress and approval values.

• Maintain a high standard of accuracy and attention to detail across all design work.

About You

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in glazing, fenestration or a closely related construction trade, with the

ability to understand how products and systems translate from design through to manufacture and installation.

You will need:

• 5+ years' relevant design experience.

• Excellent AutoCAD 2D skills.

• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings and site survey information.

• Previous experience within glazing, fenestration or a similar specialist construction environment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• A strong technical understanding and willingness to learn new products and systems.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

• The ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise competing deadlines.

• A structured and organised approach to workload management.

• The confidence to communicate effectively with clients, architects and internal teams.

• The ability to work towards individual and departmental targets.

• A proactive, professional and solutions-focused approach.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

• Permanent, full-time position.

• Monday–Friday working hours.

• Regular company-funded events, including Summer and Christmas events.

• All bank holidays paid.

• Comprehensive private healthcare after two years' service.

• Extended Christmas shutdown period in addition to annual holiday entitlement.

• Modern, contemporary break and lunch areas.

• A bright, modern working environment with plenty of natural light.

• Friendly and supportive team environment.

• Excellent opportunities for training, development and career progression.

• The opportunity to work on prestigious, architecturally-led residential and commercial projects.

Porterhouse Recruitment Ltd. 01865 591281 | contactus@porterhouserecruitment.co.uk

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Site Services Engineer

Location: Cambridgeshire

Our client is a long-established manufacturer of bespoke timber and aluminium-clad timber windows and

doors, with offices across the UK. The business combines traditional craftsmanship with modern

performance standards, providing high-quality products for domestic and commercial applications. It has

an established reputation for quality, durability and customer service.

Working as a one-man team, the main purpose of this role is to deliver where possible, a first time fix

solution in order to manage the customers’ expectations, whilst reducing ongoing costs to the business.

This role involves direct contact with the customer.

Accountabilities/Typical Duties:

Identify issues and formulate resolutions (specifically root cause and first time fixes).

Resolve any quality or warranty issues with items supplied either to the end user or an installer.

Clearly explain the cause of the problem and the remedial actions to the customer.

Ensure regular progress updates and accurate information is provided to the After Sales Manager, liaising

as necessary with other Company team members to ensure that relevant product information is shared.

Promote the Company through a smart, polite and courteous approach.

Continuously strive to add value to the overall customer experience, seeking to achieve the highest levels

of customer satisfaction at all times.

Adhere to and promote all company policies and procedures, including those relating to HR, Finance and

health and safety.

Carry out regular vehicle checks to ensure Company vehicles remain legal, maintained and clean

Undertake such duties as may be required commensurate with the level of responsibility and nature of the

job, in discussion with your Line Manager.

Ensure the maintenance of confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Certain amount of administration work will be required in maintaining your own expenses and updating of

warranty reports.

Continually strive to improve and develop business performance.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualification, Knowledge, and Experience:

Excellent product knowledge required.

Clean driving licence

Previous fenestration experience is desirable.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Experience of a similar role desirable but not essential.

Porterhouse Recruitment Ltd. 01865 591281 | contactus@porterhouserecruitment.co.uk

Skills and Aptitude:

Painting skill preferable for carrying out minor repairs.

Ability to time manage own and other work.

Work independently and as part of a team.

Excellent communication skills with the focus on delivering the highest standards of customer satisfaction.

Excellent planning and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload.

Ability to work with minimum supervision to complete tasks.

A good team player capable of delivering excellent results under pressure and to strict deadlines.

A positive ‘can do’ enthusiastic attitude towards addressing the technical challenges facing our client and

our clients.

Ability to undertake repetitive tasks with patience and care.

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Special Requirements:

Flexibility to work beyond “normal hours” to satisfy the customer.

Flexibility required to stay away overnight is an absolute must, this could be as much as a week at a time.

Area to be covered is Southern England.

Physically capable of carrying out a demanding hands-on role.

Job Title: Learning and development trainer Job Type: Full-time Training Centre located in Bristol

Role Overview

As a learning and development trainer you will be responsible for delivering both practical and theoretical training, conducting assessments, and overseeing the accreditation process for new, existing, and external learners. This role involves developing individuals to meet industry and company standards, managing learner progress, and ensuring the efficient operation of the training centre. You will also support the creation and continuous improvement of training materials, maintaining alignment with organisational goals and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging practical and theory-based training sessions • Assess learner competence and progress, maintaining accurate records of performance and outcomes • Support the accreditation process, ensuring all learners meet required standards • Manage day-to-day operations of the training centre, ensuring a professional and effective learning environment • Develop and maintain up-to-date training materials to reflect evolving practices and procedures • Adhere to both client and company guidelines when delivering accredited training programs • Represent the training function professionally, providing guidance and expertise to staff at all levels Desired Skills and Experience • Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively • Strong planning and organisational skills, with a proactive approach to training delivery • Adaptable to evolving industry standards and training methods • Passion for delivering excellent service and supporting learner development • A genuine interest in coaching and helping others succeed in their roles • Ability to create and develop effective, engaging training content • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Previous experience in a training, assessing, or coaching role is highly desirable • A recognised teaching or assessing qualification is desirable

Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive salary • 28 days paid annual leave • Fully expensed and maintained company vehicle (where applicable) • Personal accident insurance • Company pension scheme • Cycle to work scheme • Opportunities for career advancement and continued professional development

Job Title: Plant Administrator & IT Support

Location: On-site (own transport required) - Flamstead

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Plant Hire Administrator to join our team on-site. This role is focused on providing

high-quality administrative support across multiple departments within a busy manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will manage operational records, maintain systems, support reporting, and assist teams with data-

related tasks. While this is primarily an administrative role, experience with SQL is required to help extract, analyse, and

manipulate data to support reporting and operational insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to ensure smooth operation across the plant.

• Maintain accurate records, documentation, and operational databases.

• Support internal systems and assist staff with basic IT or data queries.

• Use SQL to extract and analyse data, helping generate reports and support business insights.

• Ensure data integrity and assist in maintaining accurate operational information.

• Assist departments with data entry, reporting, and process documentation.

• Support internal reporting processes, helping improve efficiency and accuracy.

• Work collaboratively across teams to ensure information flows smoothly and processes are followed.

• Identify opportunities to improve administrative workflows and system processes.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for someone who:

• Is organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple administrative tasks.

• Is comfortable working with data, spreadsheets, and business systems.

• Has practical experience using SQL to query and analyse data.

• Can support staff with basic IT or system issues as they arise.

• Demonstrates initiative and problem-solving when handling data or system queries.

• Has a positive attitude and can work collaboratively with operational teams.

Skills & Experience

• Strong administrative experience in a busy operational environment.

• Practical knowledge of SQL for data extraction, queries, and basic analysis.

• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, Excel, and business systems.

• Strong organisational and communication skills.

• Ability to work across multiple departments and tasks.

• Full UK driving licence and access to own transport.