Peter moves on to pastures new
Jul 4, 2013
Managing Director, Clive Newton wishes Peter a fond farewell
Friends and colleagues gave a fond farewell to Peter Houghton who left the company on Friday 28th June.
After being employed with Emanuel Whittaker for 18 months as a Quantity Surveyor, Peter is moving to Bristol to be closer to his new wife’s family.
Despite his short time with the company, Peter has made a big impression, and will be missed by friends and colleagues throughout the business.
Local apprentices on the road
Jun 13, 2013
Apprentices working for Oldham based construction and regeneration company Emanuel Whittaker have been given the chance to take subsidised driving lessons, thanks to an initiative from Procure Plus, the company’s procurement partner.
Lee Bradbury, Health, Safety & Environment Manager for Emanuel Whittaker said: “Our trainees are not office based and are regularly asked to work on sites all across Greater Manchester. These are young men and women and chances are they have not yet had the opportunity, or the cash, to pass their driving tests. This can have an adverse effect on the effectiveness of their training and their futures in the industry.
“Procure Plus has recognised the issue and is giving 20 top performing trainees a head start by providing up to 20 hours of driving lessons as well as paying for their theory and practical tests which is a saving of between £300 – £400.”
Despite the best efforts of Emanuel Whittaker to keep trainees in their local area, it is not always possible and so having the ability to drive is a real bonus for these young trainees.
Emanuel Whittaker apprentice external wall insulation operative, Rachel Howarth and bricklayer, Katie Lockwood were part of the first intake to benefit from the scheme and are now the proud owners of a driving licence.
Katie said: “The help from Procure Plus has really made a difference. I live in Royton and have to work all over Manchester and so being able to drive will not only make getting to and from work considerably easier, but will also help my career as having my driving licence is an obvious bonus. It would have probably taken me a lot longer and cost me a lot more money to get my licence if I had not had this help from procure plus. I am very grateful to have been given this opportunity.”
Three more trainees based at Emanuel Whittaker have just been selected for the scheme. Matthew Casey, Rhys Jones and Bradley Healey will soon be starting their driving lessons and are hoping to secure their driving licences and get on the road before the end of the year.
Site Managers Required
Jun 12, 2013Due to recent contract wins, Emanuel Whittaker are looking to recruit Site Managers to work in refurbishment projects in and around the Greater Manchester area.
Site Managers must be experienced in local authority and housing association refurbishment projects and must be able to work with the client in surveying and scheduling the works prior to commencement on site. The projects will be multi-trade and subcontractor control is an essential element of the job.
The ability to hand over projects to budget and on time is critical, as is the excellent relationship which must be maintained with residents at all times.
If you are interested, please forward your CV to John Gallagher, Contracts Director at john@emanuel-whittaker.co.uk or use the ‘Contact Us’ facility at the bottom of this page.
Phil’s Mr Fixit
Apr 22, 2013
Phil Peacock has been appointed Facilities Manager for Emanuel Whittaker Ltd.
Previously at Bramall Construction for over 15 years, Phil’s new role will include responsibility for the company’s head office building in Oldham, its vehicle fleet and maintaining and developing sustainable IT services across the business.
Phil, who lives in Worsley, said: “This is an exciting opportunity for me and I am looking forward to helping Emanuel Whittaker deliver high-quality services that reflect the evolving needs of the business and its customers.”
Adelle’s big move
Mar 8, 201340 year old Adelle Bigland has been appointed quantity surveyor for regeneration and construction company Emanuel Whittaker.
Previously a quantity surveyor at Keepmoat, Adelle, who lives in Shaw, said she has always been keen to work for Emanuel Whittaker.
“I had heard so many great reports about the company that I jumped at the chance to apply for the position,” she said. “It is like working for a great big family and I am thrilled to be continuing my career here.”