Over the last few months, it would seem impossible to not have been affected by the energy crisis. The prices of energy have been on a steep increase all year, however it was April where customers saw a severe price climb as the energy price cap shot up from £1’277 to £1’971 resulting in fees … Continued
So, you’ve landed a new construction job or quarrying job – congratulations! Whether you’re signed up to a labour hire agency or working directly for an employer, being adequately prepared for your first week on site is your top priority. Construction sites and quarries have their share of safety risks, plus you have the challenge … Continued
Managing health and safety on construction sites and in quarries is no small task – when working with massive machinery and complex jobs, there’s no room for shortcuts. Unfortunately, worksite fatalities in the UK are still a reality. Between April 2023 and March 2024, the number of deaths from work-related accidents rose by two, bringing … Continued
The UK is currently experiencing unprecedented demand for workers to fill a host of open construction jobs. That’s great news if you’re looking for a new role in the sector! But even in this favourable climate, preparing an attention-grabbing construction CV remains crucial. It’s often the difference between landing an interview for a job you … Continued
The success of construction and mining projects hinges on professionals who know and love their work – but recruitment in these industries is, frankly, only going to get more difficult over time. CTB forecasts that 251,500 additional construction workers will be needed in the UK by 2028 to meet the expected levels of work. Meanwhile, … Continued
Mando Solutions are pleased to have supported the Noah’s Ark Appeal by attending the 13th Royal Ascot Charity day hosted by one of our most prestigious clients – Chepstow Plant International. The Director of Mando Solutions says…”we are proud to support such a fantastically important charity in Wales and thanks to our work partners, we … Continued
The net is tightening on companies breaching regulations on false self-employment with the recent EAT ruling in the Addison Lee case establishing that drivers it deploys are not self-employed. There are reports that Addison Lee could be facing a bill of £39 million as a result of this. Mando Solutions has always maintained a compliant … Continued
Budget 2018: Paying The Right Way On October 29th 2018, the Chancellor of the Exchequer announced that IR35 reform would be rolled out to large and medium-sized businesses in the private sector in April 2020 as part of The Budget. IR35 came into effect in April 2000 and was designed to stop contractors working as … Continued
A HEALTHY WORKING MANDO Mando Solutions have made it one of our priorities this year to get on board with the Healthy Working Wales program. Healthy Working Wales supports employers, individuals and a range of health professionals to help working age people in Wales stay fit and healthy so they can remain in employment, or … Continued
Here’s a picture of Delabole Slate Quarry in 1907. This quarry in Cornwall, UK is over 800 years old and is the oldest in the country! How’s that for a #ThrowbackThursday?!
