New branch opening for Leicester

A&M Energy Solutions is delighted to announce the opening of a new office in Leicester. The branch will be headed up by Mike Grant, formerly of Mark Group, who joins the business with a wealth of industry experience.

Mike Grant‘We expect the new branch to take the expertise that A&M Energy Solutions has in the installation of insulation and providing energy advice to a wider target market place in the UK, including homeowners, contractors and private landlords’, stated Branch Manager Mike Grant.

‘Our location on the outskirts of Leicester city centre is perfect for us to service the East of the country, providing our Commercial clients a wider site coverage and an opportunity for domestic clients to access government endorsed funding for free insulation’

To contact the branch, please call 0116 235 0726.

Legislative changes to affect Landlords

From April 2018, the proposed legislative changes to The Energy Act 2011 makes it unlawful to let residential properties with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of F or G.

“From 2016, any tenant or their representatives asking for their landlord’s consent to make reasonable energy efficiency improvements cannot be refused. From 2018, the rental of the very worst performing properties – those rated F and G – will be banned through a minimum energy efficiency standard”. Rt Hon Chris Huhne MP, 10 May 2011.

There are about 680,000 rented properties in England with the worst energy efficiency ratings of F and G. Over forty per cent of households in these worst insulated rented homes live in fuel poverty.

Research for Friends of the Earth estimates that tenants living in these homes should save an average of £488 a year off their energy bill when they are improved to meet the proposed minimum standard of Energy Performance Certificate.

If you do not have an up to date EPC for your property, you may not be aware how good or bad your energy rating is for your property. Our qualified assessors are able to carry out an EPC to help identify from your property portfolio which are a priority to improve their insulation, to therefore meet legislation but to also keep your tenants comfortable.

Funding is available to support the installation of cavity wall and loft insulation, therefore making it an ideal time to get ahead of the legislative changes, and upgrade your properties.

For further information, please email info@am-energy.com or call 0800 318867 to discuss how you could access this funding.

 

NIA calls for clarity on green policies

Neil Marshall, chief executive of the National Insulation Association (NIA), has called upon the government to address ongoing uncertainties surrounding the future of green policies in the UK.

Following the end of the government’s previous flagship initiative for home sustainability improvements the Green Deal, as well as the forthcoming winding up of the Energy Companies Obligation, there is considerable uncertainty regarding what comes next for the UK’s insulation providers and green businesses.

Mr Marshall stated: “Whilst government has outlined its intention to introduce a new long-term policy framework for energy efficiency, which we welcome, the insulation industry is currently in a state of crisis as a result of the absence of robust transitional arrangements to bridge the gap until the new policies and schemes are introduced.”

Overall, the impact of the lack of planning has so far resulted in the loss of more than 2,000 jobs among the nation’s home insulation installers and green firms, with the current policy void expected to result in further losses in the months ahead if action is not soon taken.

The scale of the problem is currently going unnoticed by many officials and MPs in Westminster, Mr Marshall argued, but it is a problem that could have lasting impact for the future sustainability goals of the nation as a whole if left unchecked.

“Without urgent intervention there will be further casualties, job losses and a loss of confidence to invest among insulation companies,” the NIA chief concluded.

Resist a ‘thermospat’ this winter!

A recent edition of The One Show on the BBC, discussed who within a household controls the heating thermostat in a home. Husband, wife, partner, children……..the bill payer maybe?

With the temperature due to drop this weekend I just wonder how many of us will hear the expressions “put another jumper on if you’re cold” or “who’s cranked up the thermostat?”

Experts say that a comfortable living room should be in the region of 21 degrees. But for many of us, the reality is, we could see severe increases in our energy bills to ensure our homes are set to this constant temperature.

What can you do to help this? Well of course, you can always dig out your old woolly jumpers, and ensure the kids have an extra pair of socks on. Or maybe check the energy efficiency of your home. Many people aren’t even aware if their home is adequately insulated. The warmth you are trying to generate in your home, could be quite simply escaping through your walls and roofs.

A well insulated home could save you money on your energy bills, whilst ensuring your home is more comfortable.

Our experienced surveyors can visit your home, carry out an Energy Performance Audit, which would then highlight areas of your home which would benefit from new/more insulation.

Get ready for this winter, call us now to arrange a no obligation visit on 0800 318 867.

#thermospat #warmerthiswinter

Business Development Assistant

Hours – 20 hours per week

Salary – £10,400 per annum

Due to growth within the Commercial division, an opportunity has arisen for a Business Development Assistant based at our head office in Rainford, St Helens.

You will be responsible for developing new business relationships which will grow sales across our 7 branches. The role requires someone with confidence and a hard working attitude. You will report directly to the Group Marketing Manager who will guide you on the growth strategy for the company.

Duties include:

  • Research, build data and engage with potential new businesses and contacts
  • Lead generation and follow up
  • Co-ordinate data within the Glenigans database and in-house CRM system
  • Assist with other marketing duties as and when required

Experience of Word and Excel is essential. Training on other systems will be given.

If you have the skills and experience required for this role, please get in touch ASAP to discuss further. Call Louise Ashton on 01744 886111 or email louise.ashton@hyperstage.co.uk/amenergy.

Cavity Wall Insulation Installers – Southampton

We currently have vacancies for a number of experienced Cavity Wall Insulation Installers for immediate start at our Southampton branch.

All applicants must have a full driving licence.

Please contact Rob Case or Paul King, Operations Managers on 02380 814 813 or rob.case@hyperstage.co.uk/amenergy / paul.king@hyperstage.co.uk/amenergy for more information.

Potential to earn in excess of £1000 per week!

Sales leads required

Join our team and have the opportunity to earn in excess of £1000 per week!

A&M is offering you a fantastic opportunity to substantially increase your weekly income by lodging your cavity wall and loft insulation leads (with EPC) with us.

A&M will provide you with:

– Details of areas to target which will help you increase your earnings
– Fast weekly payment arrangements
– Full support from your local branch manager

It’s quick and simple to sign up.

Just email us your name and contact details to info@hyperstage.co.uk/amenergy

We look forward to working with you in the future.

Field Representative – Insulation Services, various locations

Vacancy – Field Representative – Insulation Services

Field Based

£Commission Only (OTE £800+ per week)

Working hours: Full time

Are you a tenacious marketing professional seeking a challenging new role? If so, this is an excellent opportunity to take control of your earnings and thrive with a growing business offering full product training and fantastic progression prospects.

As a Field Representative, you will be responsible for securing our cavity wall insulation services to customers throughout your designated region.

Visiting potential customers within the area, you’ll actively promote the features of the company’s insulation services and explain how they’ll benefit each customer. You’ll quickly establish rapport and use a friendly, professional approach in order to close deals and generate work.

Enthusiastic and ambitious, as a Field Representative, you must have excellent communication skills and the ambition and desire to progress within a fast-moving business.

Previous door-to-door sales experience would be beneficial to your application, however full training will be provided.

We are seeking a number of candidates to work from all 7 of our branches. For more information please contact your local Branch Manager:

St Helens, North West – Andy Kenny, 01744 88 6111

Wrexham, North Wales – Ian Nichols, 01948 830 824

Cardiff, South Wales – Georgie Wright, 02920 461 802

Maidstone, South East – Stuart Settle, 01622 673 973

Southampton, South – Malcolm Hillyer, 02380 814 813

Swindon, South West – Rachel Moran, 01793 528 962

West Bromwich, Midlands – Ian Freeman, 0121 553 1075

To apply for this position, please send a copy of your CV to recruitment@hyperstage.co.uk/amenergy.  We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview.

Sales canvasser (must be an approved GDA) – Swindon area

Job: Sales canvasser (must be an approved GDA)

Hours: Self-Employed

Remuneration: Commission based

Location: Swindon area

An opportunity has arisen for a Sales Canvasser/GDA to work with the team at A&M Energy Solutions Ltd, Swindon.

The candidate should ideally have previous experience of working in sales, be self employed and an approved GDA.

All applicants must possess excellent communication skills, verbal and written,  must be well presented, an excellent brand ambassador and professional in speech and appearance.

Industry/sector experience is preferred. 

Please can any interested candidates send their CV to rachel.moran@hyperstage.co.uk/amenergy