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Meet the Team – Rebecca, Financial Controller
Meet our favourite payroller, Rebecca, who we are happy to say is now in her fifth year at Pier. Find out a bit more about […]
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The Best Labourers in Wales?
We always try to show our appreciation to our workers on site, and every now and then we get someone who really stands out for […]
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Rugby Fever – Get Involved
With the Rugby World Cup in Japan kicking offthe office has been going rugby mad. Here are a couple of the things going on, some […]
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Trades & Labour department gets a fresh face
We’re happy to say that our trades and labour division is busier than ever with our new resourcer Chris Walker taking charge. Chris […]
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Paperless Office – Pier offers advice on going digital
The news in 2019 has been filled with concerns about plastic waste and how we can combat single use plastics. But did you know that […]
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Recruitment for Life
Our Managing Director Paul celebrates (or commiserates!) 25 years in the recruitment industry this year, and has been reflecting on some notable changes in the […]
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Credit Crunch – Is your company creditworthy?
When I was browsing the construction headlines this morning I was struck by something. Four of the stories on a single news page referenced folded […]
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Electrical contractors: Are you “electric vehicle ready?”
New electric vehicle proposal could open lucrative market for electrical contractors Electrical contractors will be interested to hear the latest proposal by the Department for […]
Read MoreConstruction training for under £25 : The 3 top Health and Safety certificates in demand
The Age of the Health & Safety Certificate These days construction sites take their health and safety very seriously, and with good reason. Whilst the […]
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George Clarke showcases amazing regeneration of The General in Bristol
We are very proud to have been involved in the regeneration over the last four years of The General in Bristol. It has recently been visited […]
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Beating Blue Monday with Funny Construction Jokes
Blue Monday in the office After the excitement of Christmas and New Year, the next event on the calendar is a bit more dismal; Blue […]
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Blue Monday Songs for Construction Jobs
Happy New Year everyone! Following our playlist dedications to electrical workers and plumbers, our latest list celebrates those in construction jobs; our Trades and Labourers in […]
Read MorePlumbing Music Playlist: for Plumbers, Pipefitters & other Mechanical Jobs
Plumbing jobs appreciation This week the heating has been on full in the office and we’ve been drinking lots of tea to keep warm and […]
Read MoreHave a listen to our Electrician Oldies playlist
Songs for Sparks With the snow falling outside it’s beginning to […]
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Construction apprenticeships and training: new schemes enough to plug the skills gap?
Why is there a skills shortage? The release of the Autumn Budget and an overhaul of construction apprenticeship and training programs has brought attention to […]
Read MoreChancellor’s “budget for builders” shows government has listened to construction industry demands
Construction industry associations influenced budget decisions Since the Autumn budget was announced by Phillip Hammond a week ago we have been reflecting upon the statement […]
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12 years in Construction Recruitment : 5 Reasons to Celebrate
Pier Consulting Ltd Celebrates its 12th year in Construction Recruitment In the office today we have been reflecting on how far we […]
Read MoreLlantwit Major under-8s battle St Albans and Llandaff North
Last weekend, Llantwit Major under-8s travelled to St Albans in Cardiff to take on the host St Albans and Llandaff North. The squad is growing […]
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Pier Consulting Become Members of Building Services Employment Agency Alliance
Towards the end of 2016, Pier Consulting underwent a rigours audit with external auditors EXOVA. The audit consisted of a number of key commitments in […]
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We have a Place in the Top 50 List
So last week we received an email confirming we have a place in the 2016 Fast Growth 50 List! To say we are excited and […]
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Vale of Glamorgan Recruitment Company celebrates 10 years in Business
Today Friday 20th November we celebrate 10 years in business!! Pier Consulting has now been supplying construction operatives across south wales and the south […]
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INTRODUCING OUR NEW APPRENTICES FOR 2015
2015 has seen Pier add to its M&E apprenticeship numbers by another 5 this year, 3 electrical apprentices and 2 mechanical apprentices, with a further […]
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“We Are NOT Pier Recruitment Agency Ltd”
Wales Online, Local Press, Recruitment Press and the Tabloids have recently highlighted adverts used by a Company called “Pier Recruitment Agency Limited” on their social media accounts […]
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National Minimum Wage Increase 1st October
The National Minimum Wage rate per hour depends on your age and whether you’re an apprentice – you must be at least school leaving age […]
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