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Month: November 2025

Vacancies

Fire Door Inspector – SFR495

Nov 25, 2025 , , by sfrrecruitment

About Our client

Our client is one of the UK’s leading fire door inspection and compliance consultancies.
Trusted by NHS Trusts, housing providers, councils, and major property managers across the country to deliver expert fire door inspections, compliance reports, and consultancy services.

This dynamic and rapidly growing company seeking a meticulous and experienced Technical Fire Inspector to join a dedicated team. The ideal candidate will come from a strong ironmongery or hardware background and will be responsible for conducting detailed fire safety inspections. This is a hands-on role offering a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to develop their career, with clear pathways into management and leadership positions for the right person.

Key Responsibilities – More can be found on the full job description

  • Inspect fire doors on client sites using our digital system
  • Identify and record defects accurately with supporting evidence
  • Verify certification details, installation methods, and compliance
  • Ensure inspection data meets the QA standards
  • Communicate professionally with clients and site staff
  • Plan and manage site visits effectively across multiple locations

This is a technical, hands-on role suited to someone with a strong eye for detail and pride in doing the job right.

Essential Skills & Experience:

  • Fire Door Inspection qualification (e.g. FDIS CertFDI, BM Trada, Bluesky, or equivalent)
  • Experience in fire door inspection or passive fire protection
  • Understanding of fire door components, test evidence, and certification
  • Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping
  • Comfortable using tablets and digital reporting systems
  • Organised, self-motivated, and able to work independently
  • Strong written and verbal communication

Desirable (not essential):

  • Experience in healthcare, housing, or education environments
  • Awareness of standards such as BS 8214, BS476, En1634
  • Familiarity with UKAS-accredited schemes (BM Trada, FIRAS, Bluesky)
  • Fire safety or risk management training (e.g. NEBOSH Fire Safety, IFE, IFSM)

If you have joinery or fire-stopping experience and want to develop into a qualified inspector, training opportunities are also available.

What We Offer

  • Company vehicle (car or van – negotiable)
  • Paid travel time and expenses
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Pension scheme
  • Ongoing professional training & development
  • Progression route to Senior Inspector and Compliance Lead
  • Supportive, quality-focused culture – not box-ticking inspections

 

You’ll be joining a company that’s modernising how fire door inspections are carried out across the UK — combining real technical expertise with advanced reporting technology.

If you are interested in this position, please contact SFR Recruitment Solutions for a complete job description and a confidential conversation.

 

Architectural Ironmongery | Internal & External Doors | Access Control | Window & Door Hardware

 

Vacancies

Business Development Executive – SFR494

Nov 25, 2025 , , , by sfrrecruitment

About Our client.

There are many reasons to work for our client; as a leading manufacturer, recommended by many of the worlds lock manufacturers because of our high quality performance in material production, technical support and competitive advantage.

The role.

  • ​​ You are responsible for planning and organising your routes to make sure that each day you work efficiently to see as many customers within your area.
  • You must ensure that you service existing customers on a regular basis.
  • You must approach any potential customers, providing them with a price list, relevant literature and contact details and follow the visit up.
  • You are to present a clean and professional appearance at all times when working.
  • On each visit you must identify the customer needs and look at the potential for new products and services for the customer.
  • You must maximise sales providing information on any current special offers.
  • To promote new products and special deals.
  • To liaise with the Managing Director for any sale prices, terms and payments.
  • Liaising with customers when stock and delivery issues arise.
  • To achieve and maintain sales targets set out at the beginning of the year.
  • Submit all orders to the office via email/phone without delay, you must communicate to the office any urgent orders or any special requirements.

 

We are looking for someone.

Driven, Resilient, Reliable, Organised, Flexible, with a positive attitude.

 

What do we offer you?

A supportive work environment. The opportunity to learn, develop and be well rewarded for a job well done.

 

If you are interested in this position, please contact SFR Recruitment Solutions for a complete job description and a confidential conversation.

 

Architectural Ironmongery | Internal & External Doors | Access Control | Window & Door Hardware

 

Blog Post

Tempted by a Counter-Offer?

Nov 25, 2025 by sfrrecruitment

Why the Smartest Move is to Walk Away.

 

You’ve made the tough decision, polished your CV, navigated the interviews, and finally handed in your notice. You’re ready for a new chapter.

 

Then, the panic button is pressed.

Your current employer, who seemed content with the status quo yesterday, suddenly tables a counter-offer. “Wait! We can match the salary. We’ll even throw in extra perks. Just tell us what it will take to make you stay!”

 

It’s flattering. It’s tempting. But is it the right move?

 

It’s Not About You, It’s About Them

Let’s be clear: a counter-offer is rarely a sudden recognition of your true value. It’s a convenient business decision. Replacing a talented employee is expensive, disruptive, and time-consuming. It’s simply easier and cheaper for the company to keep you in your seat.

 

It’s a reactive fix for their problem, not a proactive investment in your future.

 

Critical Questions to Ask Yourself

Before letting the ego boost cloud your judgment, take a moment to reflect on the real situation. Ask yourself:

 

* Why now? Why did it take your resignation for them to finally value your contribution with a raise or promotion?

* Will things really change? Will the underlying issues that made you want to leave—be it a toxic culture, a lack of career progression, poor work-life balance, or frustrating management—magically disappear?

*  Is the trust still there? The dynamic has now changed. Your loyalty may be questioned, and you might be sidelined for future projects or promotions because they know you already have one foot out the door.

 

The Statistics Don’t Lie

There’s a reason why an overwhelming majority of professionals advise against accepting counter-offers. Studies consistently show that around 80% of people who accept a counter-offer end up leaving the company within 6 to 12 months anyway.

 

Why? Because the money is a temporary distraction, not a solution. The core reasons you wanted to move—the desire for genuine growth, a better environment, or more meaningful work—don’t vanish with a pay bump.

 

Conclusion: Trust Your Initial Decision

So, before you say “yes” to their offer, think about your long-term goals. Does this move align with where you want to be in two years? Or is it just a bigger pay check for the same old problems?

A counter-offer can feel like a victory, but true progress rarely comes from standing still. Sometimes, the best and bravest career move is the one you were already making.

Vacancies

Technical Sales Manager – SFR493

Nov 24, 2025 , , by sfrrecruitment

Our client is one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of uPVC & aluminium windows and doors.

Reporting to:                    Sales Manager

Hours of work:                 09.00 – 18.00 Mon – Thu / 09.00 – 17.00 Fri 09.00-16.00

Develop and maintain a highly motivated and committed team, who share our company values, to enhance our customers, by delivering continual improvements to become their supplier of choice.

Summary of role:

To be responsible for developing and driving new business and existing account sales of our product range. Optimise profitable sales within current markets and develop new sales opportunities.  With a clear focus to facilitate the building of one strong brand and presence in the UK Market.

Key responsibilities

  • To identify, meet and close new business opportunities, actively achieving at least two new accounts a month which supports the business strategy.
  • Working within the Sales Team you will support the development of an outstanding customer focused sales and support organisation as well as achieving agreed financial and operational targets.
  • Develop new business accounts to deliver a 1st year annual turnover in excess of £500k
  • Establish and facilitate close working relationships with key customers, understanding their needs and what we need to do to differentiate ourselves from the competition so that we become and/or remain the supplier of choice or preferred business partner.
  • Driving existing account growth by 10% year on year through introduction of new product ranges and added value services.
  • Be responsible for executing price increases in line with cost increases and margin aspirations.
  • Ensure that customer needs are translated into operational deliverables with the sense of urgency required and recognising the different approaches and needs of each market we serve. (Trade / retail)
  • Report weekly / Monthly to the Sales Director on the sales performance and competitor activity, covering revenue, margin, selling price, competitor activity, sales mix, and identify priorities and risk.
  • To effectively use IT programmes e.g. MS office, Teams, outlook, word, Excel and CRM systems.
  • Ensure that all company operating values and compliance procedures are adhered to at all times, including Quality Management, Health & Safety, Legal stipulation, Environmental policies and general Duty of Care.

Attributes/Key Competencies

  • Experienced, with a successful track record of working within the building products and or UPVC market.
  • Effective relationship building and communication skills.
  • Has the skill to relate well to people at all levels.
  • Ambitious for success / results driven, able to evaluate systems and working practices displaying an instinctive desire to drive improvements and develop others.
  • Commercially astute, positive able to lead by example.
  • Considerable knowledge of the UPVC market place and industry.
  • Considerable experience in customer service procedures.
  • Self-driving, initiative taking, creative and innovative, whilst having an organised and disciplined approach.
  • Customer focused and solution/results oriented.
  • A fast-acting person whose high energy level and drive are combined with empathy, logic and strong communication skills.
  • Well-structured and able to see the bigger picture.
  • Motivational, inspirational and enthuses others with own positive and energetic approach.
  • Capable of rolling up their sleeves and working through a problem when needed.
  • Possesses entrepreneurial spirit and is business oriented.
  • Strong IT and Accurate numerical skills, Proficient with Microsoft word and excel.

Leadership Values

  • Dynamic Drive & Determination
  • Self-Assurance
  • Just Do It

Our daily focus

  • Make tomorrow better than today
  • Work smart as well as hard
  • Be effective, efficient, and right first time

 

If you are interested in this position, please contact SFR Recruitment Solutions.

 

Architectural Ironmongery | Internal & External Doors | Access Control | Window & Door Hardware

Vacancies

Contracts Administrator – SFR492

Nov 12, 2025 , , by sfrrecruitment

Our client is an established and leading supplier of timber and fire doors as well as architectural hardware products.

The business is now looking to recruit someone in the position of Sales & Contracts Administrator

 

The Role

Job Purpose:

To provide efficient administrative support to the Sales and Contracts teams, ensuring smooth operation of day-to-day activities related to quotations, order processing, and customer communication. This role will play a key part in managing fire door and hardware sales, assisting with order placement, and supporting the contracts department with documentation and coordination.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Sales & Quotation Support

  • Prepare and issue quotations for fire doors, door sets, and associated hardware.
  • Liaise with customers and suppliers to clarify technical details, specifications, and pricing.
  • Maintain and update quotation records, ensuring accuracy and timely follow-up.

Order Processing & Administration

  • Process customer purchase orders and supplier orders accurately within required timelines.
  • Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to confirm delivery schedules and lead times.
  • Maintain accurate order tracking and documentation for all projects.
  • Manage order acknowledgments.

Customer Service & Communication

  • Act as a key point of contact for customer queries relating to quotations, orders, and deliveries.
  • Provide regular updates to customers and internal departments on order status.

Contracts Department Support

  • Assist the Contracts team with project documentation, scheduling, and coordination.
  • Support the preparation of job files, documentation for site delivery, and installation.
  • Ensure all paperwork complies with company and industry standards.

General Administration

  • Maintain organised records and filing systems for sales and contract documentation.
  • Support the wider team with ad hoc administrative and operational tasks as required.
  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the department.

 

Skills & Experience Required:

  • Proven experience in a similar Sales Administrator or Contracts Administrator role would be advantageous but not essential.
  • Knowledge or experience in the construction or building materials sector (fire doors or hardware preferred).
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and documentation.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and ERP/CRM systems.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills.

Desirable Attributes:

  • Experience with door and hardware specification or technical sales.
  • Understanding of fire door certification and compliance processes.
  • Team-oriented with a proactive and problem-solving approach.
  • Strong customer service skills.

 

We welcome you to apply. If you are interested in this position, please contact SFR Recruitment Solutions for a complete job description and a confidential conversation.

 

 

SFR Recruitment Solutions