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Careers & Qualifications in Fenestration
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NEW APPOINTMENTS NEW APPOINTMENTS
KÖMMERLING’S NEW TECHNICAL DIRECTOR AND TEAM NEW QHSE MANAGER FOR ODL EUROPE
Andrew Charlesworth has been promoted to technical director for profine UK and KÖMMERLING, having been with the business since July 2014. More recently, he has added to his department to further help support customers and to implement a new five-year product management plan for the business.
Helping support customers across the UK for the Evolve, KÖMMERLING, Legend and WarmCore brands are John Berry, Steve Holloway, Tony Ward and Simon Coleman who combined, have over 166 years’ experience in the industry between them. Internally the R&D/Product Management function is also supported by Phil Brown, R&D and product management manager, along with Kevin Wain as lead designer, with a further graduate vacancy in the department yet to be filled. One of the key objectives from a design perspective will be to develop WarmCore further, into a complete and fully integrated product platform for the profine Group as a whole, who are already looking at export opportunities in other key markets. Andrew Charlesworth, technical director of profine UK and KÖMMERLING enthused: ‘It’s a genuine privilege to be appointed technical director for a business that’s now one of the largest in the UK sector and a strong global brand in all markets. We’ve got a five-year product management plan in place now which I’m genuinely excited about as we look to build the business further in the UK and through export opportunities.’ For further information please visit www. profine-uk.com, e-mail enquiries@profineuk.com or phone 01623 579200. There’s also a dedicated site for KÖMMERLING at www.kommerling.co.uk. You can also follow them on social media platforms including Twitter @profineuk and @kommerling_uk.
Andrew Charlesworth (centre) with the expanded team ODL Europe has appointed John Brady as Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QHSE) Manager. John joined the Bootle-based business back in November with a remit to improve the safety of all employees and site operations whilst overseeing the exacting quality standards of the company’s various product groups.
John, who was previously with Total Glass for thirty years, is ideally placed to head up the QHSE management operation to ensure compliance with all relevant standards is met and cultivating a workplace with purpose. Speaking on his appointment, John said:” I am delighted to have joined ODL Europe. They are an ambitious business with a clear direction for growth. They are incredibly people focussed and we have already made great progress on building a peoplecentred culture with a clear emphasis on continual improvement across all areas of the business.”
Nathan Barr, Managing Director at ODL Europe, said: “We are delighted to welcome John to the team and he has already had a positive impact on the business. We have a strategic focus for growth over the next few years and John’s experience and commitment in ensuring all QHSE protocols are maintained throughout the business will ensure we are on target to deliver our plans.” In the past two months, ODL Europe has appointed four key new positions to support the businesses long term strategy. Nathan concludes: “We are continuing to invest in our people, products and infrastructure as we embark on the next level of business growth. 2021 looks exciting for the company and we are delighted to have attracted such high-calibre personnel to our existing talented team.” Tel: 0151 933 0299 – www.odleurope.com
Reports To
The Field Service Engineer will report to Andy Parker Technical Director.
Job Overview
To undertake the installation, repair, and servicing of uPVC/ Aluminium window machinery. Must be able to work within our team of skilled engineers and help with the continuous improvement of our range of machines. Manage the repairs and installations so they are completed in a timely fashion. Must be a self-starter and able to work under their own initiative. Must be a good communicator.
Responsibilities and Duties
• Programming of machines. • Knowledge of PLC and servo systems inc diagnostics and servo set up procedures. • Installation of new machines. • Repair and servicing of new and reconditioned machines. • Training of customers once installation is complete. • Must be an all-rounder, an in-depth knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems. • A keen eye for detail is required. • A “can do” attitude. • Must be prepared to stay away from home at short notice.
Qualifications
• Ideally qualified to HND level or above in electro/mech discipline. • Experienced in field service role.
Good Salary with 5 weeks holiday, company car, mobile phone and company pension scheme.
CAREERS DOUBLE DECADE SERVICE CELEBRATION AT CARL F GROUPCO
Carl F Groupco’s Regional Sales Team Leader Nathalie McKee and Purchasing Manager Lisa Davy have both celebrated ten years’ service for the hardware distributor. Nathalie and Lisa are the latest in a lengthy list of long servers for Carl F Groupco. During 2020, Credit Controller Edward Barnard also achieved the accolade and they join eighteen other Carl F Groupco employees who have passed the decade milestone.
In 2010, Nathalie joined the company as Sales Co-ordinator and was subsequently promoted to Regional Sales Team Leader. Nathalie enjoys her busy role managing the sales office team in the Peterborough head office, keeping customers updated regarding products and services; developing the internal sales team; preparing sales reports; taking responsibility for large customer accounts and liaising with customers. Nathalie says Carl F Groupco is a great company to work for: she emphasises the close teamwork, particularly during the pandemic where the organisation has pulled together to continue supplying essential hardware products. Lisa Davy also joined the company a decade ago after previously working for
NEW APPOINTMENTS
YALE APPOINTS NEW MARKETING EXECUTIVE
Yale has appointed Lucy Hume as Marketing Executive, assuming responsibilities for day-to-day communications as part of the brand’s marketing team.
A recent first-class graduate in Business and Marketing from Birmingham City University, Lucy also brings previous marketing experience at a graphic and web design company to the role. Commenting on her appointment, Lucy, said: “I am honoured and excited to have been given the opportunity to start my career at such a globally recognised brand as Yale, which has amazing heritage and is still at the forefront of the lock industry today. “This is a fantastic opportunity for me, and I can’t wait to start applying everything I’ve learned, develop my skills and knowledge further, and see what I can bring to the team.”
Nathalie McKee (left) and Lisa Davy have celebrated ten years working for hardware distributor, Carl F Groupco. Pictures show Nathalie and Lisa working from their home offices during the pandemic.
the company in the sales department. As Purchasing Manager, she oversees ordering stock and ensuring product is available for On Time In Full delivery. Lisa also focuses on maintaining good relationships with suppliers. She is ably assisted by Bobbie-leigh Mckillop. Lisa observes that, over the last ten years, a major achievement for the company has been overcoming Brexit, twice - Lisa played a key role in ensuring stock levels were organised for the two major Brexit deadlines to safeguard supply of hardware throughout. The celebrations were marked by colleagues who extended their thanks and congratulations to Natalie and Lisa who were working from home at the time due to coronavirus restrictions.
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Gemma Diratzonian, Marketing Manager at Yale, comments: “We’re pleased to welcome Lucy to Yale DWS, and feel sure that she will prove to be an excellent asset to the business. We are always committed to strengthening and developing our team so we can continue offering our customers the outstanding service they expect from us.” For further information about Yale Door and Window Solutions and the full range of products on offer, please visit www.yaledws.co.uk or follow @YaleDWS on Twitter.
VACANCY: Operations Manager
Connaught Conservatory Roofs ltd, are a long established company specializing in roof fabrication based in South Yorkshire supplying bespoke Roofing and Lantern solutions to Architects, General builders, House builders, Roof replacement companies and the Double Glazing industry. We are one of the leading conservatory roof fabricators of the Ultraframe and Guardian roof systems in the UK. Due to ever increasing demand for our products we are looking to strengthen our team by recruiting a number of professional extra staff in the Processing/Quotation department. Ideally we are looking for candidates with a good knowledge of our industry with particular expertise in the production, estimating and processing of conservatory roofs.
The successful candidate will have:
• Good level of product knowledge of
Conservatory Roof market. • Strong communication and computer skills. • Strong organisation skills and the ability to multi task and plan. • Good man-management skills and a continuous improvement mentality.
Apply in the first instance by Email to David Gallagher on david@connaughtconservatories.co.uk including an up to date CV.
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