EIGHTY jobs are being created in Leigh as a renewable energy company doubles the size of its operation.

Renewable Solutions Team received the keys to its new 3,500 sq ft building on Monday and says it 'needs the skills, inspiration and minds of the people of Leigh to continue its journey to success'.

The eco-friendly energy services firm, which specialises in insulation and boilers for residential properties, is delighted to be expanding into a second building near to its Meadowcroft Way base and is determined to become the 'best company to work for in Leigh'.

Managing director James McLaughlin said: “We have been working exceptionally hard over the past year in order to take the business to the next level.

“This week we have secured another building that we intend to expand our call centre into, and through this expansion we will create 80 additional opportunities for new employees over the coming months, doubling the size of our current organisation.

“This is a very exciting time for the company and all our existing employees because we recognise that our people are our most important assets.

“We are passionate about our work and our industry and we have a strong desire to grow and expand our business.

“In order to fulfil this desire we need the skills, inspiration and minds of the people of Leigh to continue our journey to success.

“With the additional growth we consider ourselves to be a significant employer in the area and we hope to achieve our goal of becoming the best company to work for in Leigh.”

The firm, which was founded five years ago, is looking to recruit experienced sales agents, team leaders, administrative assistants, recruitment team members, compliance assistants, customer care assistants, domestic energy assessors, surveyors (heating) and Gas Safe installers.

To find out more about the job opportunities visit renewablesolutionsteam.co.uk.