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CV writing tips – Write a stand out CV

What should my CV look like? Ideally, your CV should take up no more than two pages, but if what you have to say takes up three pages, ask yourself the following questions: •  Is all the information relevant to … Continue reading

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Competency Based Interviews, How to excel in an interview

Download this content in pdf format here What are they? Competencies are the skills, knowledge and behavioural aspects a candidate will put into the role. These type of questions provide the candidate with the opportunity to show they have the … Continue reading

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Modular housing specialist becomes Northern Powerhouse Partner

The NPH’s partner programme is an essential part of the northern powerhouse agenda, bringing together and connecting innovative businesses who all believe in the strong economic potential of the north. Ideal Modular Homes’ appointment is recognition of the contribution the … Continue reading

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Industry takes step towards adopting Modern Methods of Construction methods

Warranty providers have signed a Memorandum of Understanding agreeing to take meaningful steps towards having a shared minimum standard for assessing homes built using MMC – new housebuilding techniques in which homes can be manufactured offsite and assembled onsite. This … Continue reading

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How To Impress At An Interview

Here are ARV’s top tips for knocking your next interview out of the park: 1. Think about values Make sure you’re connecting your own experience with the company’s central ethos or goals, recruiters are not only looking for skills and … Continue reading

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What if the grass isn’t greener- Knowing when you should or shouldn’t leave your current job for pastures new

Take a look at the five signs we think might signal that it’s time to say goodbye No room for growth If there is no path for promotion or growth within your organisation (and this is important to you) you … Continue reading

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Is time killing your recruitment process? And why you should now forgive your recruitment agency from pushing you – a bit

  We regularly analyse our stats at ARV Solutions. Whilst we don’t target our staff on achieving KPIs we know the importance of measuring and understanding them, to see where we can keep improving. (We particularly measure ourselves on outcomes … Continue reading

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Jim features on the latest Structural Timber Association podcast

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How can you enhance your chances for promotion?

Know your job and do it well Exceeding expectations in your current role is a sure indicator you are ready for the next step. Achieving outstanding performance reviews will strengthen your position. Be a team player Ask how you can … Continue reading

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How to retain staff – A survey exploring recruitment and retention of shop floor staff in the Offsite Construction Industry

We spent six weeks speaking to a cross section of clients from the modular building, light gauge steel, timber frame, and timber engineering industries, gaining the thoughts of their Manufacturing and Operations Directors or HR Directors to understand their thoughts … Continue reading

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