Mechanical Engineer Surveyor Lifting Equipment – Engineer Surveyor – Cranes and Lifting Equipment – South London - Total Package Circa £62K containing £48,000-£52,000 basic + Company car or Car allowance, private health, double matching pension and overtime to increase this further.Are you an engineer with experience of maintaining, servicing or inspecting any type of lifting equipment or cranes? Are you interested in a career with a huge test, inspection and certification company with over a hundred years of history?You will be rewarded with an extensive benefits package and have over £55,000 training invested in you within the first 12 months. In addition, you will receive a basic of £48,000-£52,000 with a great contributory pension, yearly bonus and company car or car allowance The CompanyServicesA SAFED and UKAS accredited world leading professional services company who support businesses with quality & compliance and carry out high quality inspections ensuring lifting equipment is compliant with current regulatory and statutory requirements. SectorsAerospace, Manufacturing, Forces, Commercial, Automotive, Marine, Utilities, Industrial, NuclearLocationsSouth LondonEngineer Surveyor Package:Getting you to work
Company Car or Car Allowance
Advancing your career
Step up from the tools into a professional engineering environmentMinimum £55,000 training investment in you for the first 12 monthsUp to 12-16 weeks modular training programme with a blend of classroom and practical learningSupport with professional membership including renewal fees paidCareer Ladder with 8 different career options
Securing your future
Employer double matching pension contributions up to 8%Guaranteed annual review
Work life balance
33 days holiday including statutory holidays the ability to buy and sell extra days40 hours flexible working week which allows homelife balanceVast opportunities for overtime which is not mandatoryHome based roleCentralised diary management team assist in booking your appointments
Engineer Surveyor Main Accountabilities:
Inspection and certification of cranes and lifting equipment (Gantry Crane, Crawler Cranes, Scissor lift, MEWPs Excavators, FLT’s)Working to LOLER and PUWER regulationsManaging diary and clients with patchMaintaining client relationshipsFull Technical Specialist SupportOperate within agreed authorities, inspection and H&S standardsClear customer focus and drive to achieve optimal service delivery
Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
Ideally Level 4 qualification in eg HNC and above (Mechanical based subject), can accept level 3 Mechanical biased qualification with strong hands on maintenance experienceHands on experience of fixing, inspecting, maintaining, repairing or servicing any lifting equipment or cranes UK Driving licenceCustomer facing skills
Cranes Engineer Surveyor – Engineer Surveyor – Cranes and Lifting Equipment – South London - £48,000-£52,000 basic + Company car or £5000 Car allowance, private health, double matching pension....Read more...
Engineer Surveyor Lifting Equipment – Mechanical Engineer Surveyor – Cranes and Lifting Equipment –Sommerset - Total Package Circa £60K+ containing £46,000-£49,000 basic + Company car or Car allowance, private health, double matching pension and overtime to increase this further.Are you a mechanical engineer with experience of maintaining, servicing or inspecting any type of lifting equipment or cranes? Are you interested in a career with a huge test, inspection and certification company with over a hundred years of history?You will be rewarded with an extensive benefits package and have over £55,000 training invested in you within the first 12 months. In addition, you will receive a basic of £46,000-£49,000 with a great contributory pension, yearly bonus and company car or car allowance The CompanyServicesA SAFED and UKAS accredited world leading professional services company who support businesses with quality & compliance and carry out high quality inspections ensuring lifting equipment is compliant with current regulatory and statutory requirements. SectorsAerospace, Manufacturing, Forces, Commercial, Automotive, Marine, Utilities, Industrial, NuclearLocationsSommersetEngineer Surveyor Package:Getting you to work
Company Car or Car Allowance
Advancing your career
Step up from the tools into a professional engineering environmentMinimum £55,000 training investment in you for the first 12 monthsUp to 12-16 weeks modular training programme with a blend of classroom and practical learningSupport with professional membership including renewal fees paidCareer Ladder with 8 different career options
Securing your future
Employer double matching pension contributions up to 8%Guaranteed annual review
Work life balance
33 days holiday including statutory holidays the ability to buy and sell extra days40 hours flexible working week which allows homelife balanceVast opportunities for overtime which is not mandatoryHome based roleCentralised diary management team assist in booking your appointments
Engineer Surveyor Main Accountabilities:
Inspection and certification of cranes and lifting equipment (Gantry Crane, Crawler Cranes, Scissor lift, MEWPs Excavators, FLT’s)Working to LOLER and PUWER regulationsManaging diary and clients with patchMaintaining client relationshipsFull Technical Specialist SupportOperate within agreed authorities, inspection and H&S standardsClear customer focus and drive to achieve optimal service delivery
Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
Level 4 qualification in eg HNC and above (Mechanical based subject)Hands on experience of fixing, inspecting, maintaining, repairing or servicing any lifting equipment or cranes UK Driving licenceCustomer facing skills
Cranes Engineer Surveyor – Engineer Surveyor – Cranes and Lifting Equipment – Sommerset- £46,000 £49,000 basic + Company car or £4250 Car allowance, private health, double matching pension....Read more...
Mechanical Engineer Surveyor Mobile plant and Lifting Equipment – Engineer Surveyor – Mobile Plant and Lifting Equipment – Gloucester - Total Package Circa £54K containing £40,000 basic + Company car or Car allowance, private health, double matching pension and overtime to increase this further.Are you an engineer with experience of maintaining, servicing or inspecting any type of lifting equipment or cranes? Are you interested in a career with a huge test, inspection and certification company with over a hundred years of history?You will be rewarded with an extensive benefits package and have over £55,000 training invested in you within the first 12 months. In addition, you will receive a basic of £40,000 with a great contributory pension, yearly bonus and company car or car allowance The CompanyServicesA SAFED and UKAS accredited world leading professional services company who support businesses with quality & compliance and carry out high quality inspections ensuring lifting equipment is compliant with current regulatory and statutory requirements. SectorsAerospace, Manufacturing, Forces, Commercial, Automotive, Marine, Utilities, Industrial, NuclearLocationsGloucesterEngineer Surveyor Package:Getting you to work
Company Car or Car Allowance
Advancing your career
Step up from the tools into a professional engineering environmentMinimum £55,000 training investment in you for the first 12 monthsUp to 12-16 weeks modular training programme with a blend of classroom and practical learningSupport with professional membership including renewal fees paidCareer Ladder with 8 different career options
Securing your future
Employer double matching pension contributions up to 8%Guaranteed annual review
Work life balance
33 days holiday including statutory holidays the ability to buy and sell extra days40 hours flexible working week which allows homelife balanceVast opportunities for overtime which is not mandatoryHome based roleCentralised diary management team assist in booking your appointments
Engineer Surveyor Main Accountabilities:
Inspection and certification of cranes and lifting equipment (Gantry Crane, Crawler Cranes, Scissor lift, MEWPs Excavators, FLT’s)Working to LOLER and PUWER regulationsManaging diary and clients with patchMaintaining client relationshipsFull Technical Specialist SupportOperate within agreed authorities, inspection and H&S standardsClear customer focus and drive to achieve optimal service delivery
Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
Ideally Level 4 qualification in eg HNC and above (Mechanical based subject), can accept level 3 Mechanical biased qualification with strong hands on maintenance experienceHands on experience of fixing, inspecting, maintaining, repairing or servicing any lifting equipment or cranes UK Driving licenceCustomer facing skills
Cranes Engineer Surveyor – Engineer Surveyor – Cranes and Lifting Equipment – Gloucester - £40,000 basic + Company car or £5000 Car allowance, private health, double matching pension....Read more...
Engineer Surveyor Lifting Equipment – Mechanical Engineer Surveyor – Cranes and Lifting Equipment –Southampton Portsmouth - Total Package Circa £56K+ containing £42K-£45K basic + Company car or Car allowance, private health, double matching pension and overtime to increase this further.Are you a mechanical engineer with experience of maintaining, servicing or inspecting any type of lifting equipment or cranes? Are you interested in a career with a huge test, inspection and certification company with over a hundred years of history?You will be rewarded with an extensive benefits package and have over £55,000 training invested in you within the first 12 months. In addition, you will receive a basic of £42,000-£45,000 with a great contributory pension, yearly bonus and company car or car allowance The CompanyServicesA SAFED and UKAS accredited world leading professional services company who support businesses with quality & compliance and carry out high quality inspections ensuring lifting equipment is compliant with current regulatory and statutory requirements. SectorsAerospace, Manufacturing, Forces, Commercial, Automotive, Marine, Utilities, Industrial, NuclearLocationsSouthampton, PortsmouthEngineer Surveyor Package:Getting you to work
Company Car or Car Allowance
Advancing your career
Step up from the tools into a professional engineering environmentMinimum £55,000 training investment in you for the first 12 monthsUp to 12-16 weeks modular training programme with a blend of classroom and practical learningSupport with professional membership including renewal fees paidCareer Ladder with 8 different career options
Securing your future
Employer double matching pension contributions up to 8%Guaranteed annual review
Work life balance
33 days holiday including statutory holidays the ability to buy and sell extra days40 hours flexible working week which allows homelife balanceVast opportunities for overtime which is not mandatoryHome based roleCentralised diary management team assist in booking your appointments
Engineer Surveyor Main Accountabilities:
Inspection and certification of cranes and lifting equipment (Gantry Crane, Crawler Cranes, Scissor lift, MEWPs Excavators, FLT’s)Working to LOLER and PUWER regulationsManaging diary and clients with patchMaintaining client relationshipsFull Technical Specialist SupportOperate within agreed authorities, inspection and H&S standardsClear customer focus and drive to achieve optimal service delivery
Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
Level 4 qualification in eg HNC and above (Mechanical based subject)Hands on experience of fixing, inspecting, maintaining, repairing or servicing any lifting equipment or cranes UK Driving licenceCustomer facing skills
Cranes Engineer Surveyor – Engineer Surveyor – Cranes and Lifting Equipment –Southampton Portsmouth - £42,000 £45,000 basic + Company car or £4250 Car allowance, private health, double matching pension....Read more...
The role will develop your engineering skills to become a confident, positive and flexible industrial process engineer with well-honed technical knowledge gained from both the academic commitments and on the job training. You will be part of a team that provides manufacturing solutions in support of our customers’ requirements. This will provide many opportunities to experience the various aspects of engineering such as, defining and optimising manufacturing documentation, tools and workflows for manufacturing, performing manufacturing readiness reviews, contributing to the technological innovation to reduce costs and workflows, whilst guaranteeing the feasibility and reproducibility of the process.
As an Industrial Process Engineer Apprentice, you will develop the key skills and experience in the following:
Develop an understanding of the required behaviours and codes of practice of a professional engineer
Understanding complex systems by working on different tasks on on-going projects
Assessing Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) of products by reviewing the product maturity with project teams to identify and minimise risk
Define, set up, prepare and optimise manufacturing processes and tooling for a defined area or product line
Contribute to Health, Safety and Environment processes
Define and optimise manufacturing documentation, tools, workflows for manufacturing and inspection based on the information supplied by upstream R&D engineering departments
Contribute to the technological innovation to reduce costs and workflows, whilst guaranteeing the feasibility and reproducibility of the process
Attend Material Review Boards and Configuration Control Boards on behalf of manufacturing, actively manage failures and changes
Implement test & control plans for manufacturing equipment
Training:Through our degree apprenticeship you’ll be making the most of your talents, getting to understand engineering from the ground up; and doing so with the help of one of the biggest and best names in the industry.
As an Industrial Process Engineer Apprentice, you will be enrolled onto the Level 6 Manufacturing Engineer Degree Apprenticeship at Yeovil College. Delivered via a day release model, you will attend college on set days to complete your academic learning and will spend the rest of your time in the business – applying what you have learnt in a real-life environment. This programme will take between 5 and 6 years to complete and will include a foundation qualification such as an HND, followed by a BEng in Engineering.Training Outcome:Will qualify and be a permanent member of the team within the Thales business.Employer Description:Together, we create the ingenious technological systems and innovations that impact and improve people's lives every single day. Even if you haven't heard the name Thales before, you've definitely benefited from our inventiveness. We reinvest 20% of our sales in Research & Development in the UK. We support businesses, organisations, and governments in addressing tomorrow’s major challenges by developing advanced Defence, Security, Cybersecurity, Digital Identity, and Aerospace solutions, in the most sustainable, responsible, and ethical manner.Working Hours :Monday - Thursday (9.25 hours per day).Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Number skills,Team working....Read more...
CNC Miller Operator Location: Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Salary: Competitive (negotiable, dependent on experience) Benefits:State-of-the-art machine shop with cutting-edge CNC tools and equipment.Transparent, approachable, and inclusive management team.Career progression opportunities and staff development.Friendly and welcoming working environment.25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.Company pension.PPE supplied. Company Profile An established precision CNC manufacturing company specialising in high-quality components for industries including Aerospace, Defence, Motorsport, and Robotics. Operating within a modern, high-spec engineering facility, the company is committed to excellence and continuous improvement, utilising the latest CNC machine tools and software. Job Profile Due to continued growth and investment in state-of-the-art CNC technology, we are looking for a meticulous and experienced CNC Machinist (Operator / Tool Setter) to join our team. As the ideal candidate, you will be detail-oriented, well-organised, and able to manage tooling efficiently to ensure seamless production processes. The role involves setting and preparing tools for CNC milling machines, maintaining organisation in the tool-setting area, and ensuring tools are ready for production in a timely manner. You will also be responsible for maintaining and managing tooling equipment. Duties & Responsibilities:Setting tools in holders as per tooling setup sheets.Breaking down tools upon job completion.Maintaining cleanliness and organisation in the tool-setting area.Ensuring tool holders are cleaned and in good working order.Managing workload efficiently to meet production demands.Ordering tooling supplies as needed.Preparing raw materials for machining processes.Maintaining vices and other workshop equipment. Skills & Experience:Strong organisational and housekeeping skills.Excellent attention to detail.Prior experience in CNC Milling and an understanding of different cutting tools, drills, and insert tools. Hours of Work:40 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM).Overtime available (regular 5 to 10+ hours per week, paid at x1.5). If you are a detail-oriented CNC professional looking to work in a state-of-the-art facility with a commitment to precision engineering, we encourage you to apply.Bolt-On Personnel and our clients are equal opportunity employers who seek to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of marital/civil partnership status, sex, age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national origin, colour, sexual orientation or disability. Bolt-On Personnel and our clients apply all relevant Data Protection laws when processing your Personal Data. If you choose to apply to this opportunity and share your CV or other personal information with Bolt-On Personnel, these details will be held by us in accordance with our privacy policy used by our recruitment team to contact you regarding this or other relevant opportunities at Bolt-On Personnel.....Read more...
Quality Inspector Location: Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Salary: £37k per annum Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent Benefits:State-of-the-art machine shop with cutting-edge CNC tools and equipment.Transparent, approachable, and inclusive management team.Career progression opportunities and staff development.Friendly and welcoming working environment.25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.Company pension.PPE supplied. Overview: A unique and exciting opportunity to bring your skillset to a cutting-edge precision CNC manufacturing facility based in Kings Langley, Hertfordshire. A Precision CNC Manufacturing Company Based in Hertfordshire, covering a broad range of Sectors Including Aerospace, Defence, Motorsport, and Robotics. Operating within a high-quality engineering facility that offers a clinical and precise working environment, utilising state of the art machine tools and inspection equipment. We are seeking a hardworking and precise inspector to add to our well-established quality team. You will get the chance to maintain the conformity of highly complex components that test your abilities on the cutting edge of machining. Key Responsibilities:Understand and verify CMM reports by manual means where applicableManual/visual inspectionLiaise with management/ machine shop operatives regarding product conformityAid in problem solving activitiesOperate CMM and interpret resultsComplete FAI reportsSet priorities with managementCompiling certificate of conformityDocumentation controlEnsure traceability requirements have been adhered to and maintained throughout Skills & Experience:Microsoft Office suiteGood time keepingAttention to detailWell OrganisedMethodical mindsetBe able to work as part of a teamHard working and self-motivatedAnalytical and problem-solving ability Advantageous Experience:CMM experience on PCDMISUse of Visual FAIR (Q-Pulse)Experience in AS9100 or ISO9001 companiesReading and understanding technical drawingsGood knowledge of GD&T2 years of experience in a subcontract machining environment Hours of Work:40hrs per week.8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.Overtime is available and regular - 10hrs+ per week, paid at x1.5hrs. Additional Info:Unlimited overtime available (all overtime hours paid at x1.5hrs).Competitive salary depending on experience.On-site role in a clean, modern precision engineering facility.Bolt-On Personnel and our clients are equal opportunity employers who seek to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of marital/civil partnership status, sex, age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national origin, colour, sexual orientation or disability. Bolt-On Personnel and our clients apply all relevant Data Protection laws when processing your Personal Data. If you choose to apply to this opportunity and share your CV or other personal information with Bolt-On Personnel, these details will be held by us in accordance with our privacy policy used by our recruitment team to contact you regarding this or other relevant opportunities at Bolt-On Personnel.....Read more...
Mechanical Engineer Surveyor Mobile plant and Lifting Equipment – Engineer Surveyor – Mobile Plant and Lifting Equipment – Watford, Barnet and Enfield - Total Package Circa £60K containing £44,000-£46,000 basic + Company car or Car allowance, private health, double matching pension and overtime to increase this further.Are you an engineer with experience of maintaining, servicing or inspecting any type of lifting equipment or cranes? Are you interested in a career with a huge test, inspection and certification company with over a hundred years of history?You will be rewarded with an extensive benefits package and have over £55,000 training invested in you within the first 12 months. In addition, you will receive a basic of £44,000-£46,000 with a great contributory pension, yearly bonus and company car or car allowance The CompanyServicesA SAFED and UKAS accredited world leading professional services company who support businesses with quality & compliance and carry out high quality inspections ensuring lifting equipment is compliant with current regulatory and statutory requirements. SectorsAerospace, Manufacturing, Forces, Commercial, Automotive, Marine, Utilities, Industrial, NuclearLocationsWatford, Barnet, EnfieldEngineer Surveyor Package:Getting you to work
Company Car or Car Allowance
Advancing your career
Step up from the tools into a professional engineering environmentMinimum £55,000 training investment in you for the first 12 monthsUp to 12-16 weeks modular training programme with a blend of classroom and practical learningSupport with professional membership including renewal fees paidCareer Ladder with 8 different career options
Securing your future
Employer double matching pension contributions up to 8%Guaranteed annual review
Work life balance
33 days holiday including statutory holidays the ability to buy and sell extra days40 hours flexible working week which allows homelife balanceVast opportunities for overtime which is not mandatoryHome based roleCentralised diary management team assist in booking your appointments
Engineer Surveyor Main Accountabilities:
Inspection and certification of cranes and lifting equipment (Gantry Crane, Crawler Cranes, Scissor lift, MEWPs Excavators, FLT’s)Working to LOLER and PUWER regulationsManaging diary and clients with patch
Maintaining client relationships
Full Technical Specialist SupportOperate within agreed authorities, inspection and H&S standardsClear customer focus and drive to achieve optimal service delivery
Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
Ideally Level 4 qualification in eg HNC and above (Mechanical based subject), can accept level 3 Mechanical biased qualification with strong hands on maintenance experienceHands on experience of fixing, inspecting, maintaining, repairing or servicing any lifting equipment or cranes UK Driving licenceCustomer facing skills
Cranes Engineer Surveyor – Engineer Surveyor – Cranes and Lifting Equipment – Watford, Enfield, Barnet - £44,000-£46,000 basic + Company car or £5000 Car allowance, private health, double matching pension....Read more...
Engineer Surveyor Leeds– Cranes & Lifting Equipment Up to £51.5K dependant on experience with a basic of £40.5K-£51.5K - Minimum Basic £40.5K increases to £46.5K after 12 months service and £51.5K after 24 months service Total staring package circa £52.5K-£62KAre you an engineer with experience of maintaining, servicing, or inspecting any type of lifting equipment or cranes? Are you interested in a career with a huge test, inspection and certification company with over a hundred and fifty years of history?You will be rewarded with an extensive benefits package and have over £55,000 training invested in you within the first 12 months. In addition, you will receive a basic between £40.5K-£51.5K (Minimum starting basic rising to £46.5K after 12 months service and £51.5K after 24 months) with 10% contributory pension, yearly bonus and £5.5K car allowanceThe CompanyServicesA SAFED and UKAS accredited world leading professional services company who support businesses with quality & compliance and carry out high quality inspections ensuring pressure equipment is compliant with current regulatory and statutory requirements. SectorsAerospace, Manufacturing, Forces, Commercial, Automotive, Marine, Utilities, Industrial, Nuclear LocationsLeedsEngineer Surveyor Package: Getting you to work
Company Car Allowance (£5.5K)
Advancing your career
Step up from the tools into a professional engineering environmentMinimum £55,000 training investment in you for the first 12 monthsUp to 12 week modular training programme with a blend of classroom and practical learningSupport with professional membership including renewal fees paidCareer Ladder with 5 different career options
Securing your future
Employer pension contribution 7.5% increasing to 10% with a 2.5% employee contributionCompany wide bonusAnnual review
Work life balance
33 days holiday including statutory holidays the ability to buy and sell extra days45 hour flexible working week which allows homelife balanceWorking week paid door to door with vast opportunities for overtime which is not mandatoryHome based roleCentralised diary management team assist in booking your appointments
Looking after your family
Life cover of 2 times salary
Engineer Surveyor Main Accountabilities:
Inspection and certification of lifting equipment & cranesWorking to LOLER and PUWER regulationsManaging diary and clients with patchMaintaining client relationshipsFull Technical Specialist SupportOperate within agreed authorities, inspection and H&S standardsClear customer focus and drive to achieve optimal service delivery
Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
HNC or Level 4 qualification equivalent or above in any engineering disciplineHands on experience of fixing, inspecting, maintaining, repairing or servicing any lifting equipment or cranesUK Driving licenceCustomer facing skills
Engineer Surveyor Leeds– Cranes & Lifting Equipment Up to £51.5K dependant on experience with a basic of £40.5K-£51.5K - Minimum Basic £40.5K increases to £46.5K after 12 months service and £51.5K after 24 months service Total staring package circa £52.5K-£62K....Read more...
What the role has to offer:
Practical learning and hands-on experience in tactical buying and procurement
Opportunity to support cost-saving initiatives and efficient purchasing decisions
Exposure to supplier management and maintaining positive supplier relationships
Training in core procurement processes and procedures
Experience in purchase order creation and management
Developing customer service skills by supporting internal stakeholders
Building confidence in problem-solving within supply chain operations
Experience in contract administration and the basics of procurement law
Collaboration with a centralised UK team on supply chain activities
Support in developing skills in responsible and sustainable procurement
Introduction to risk identification and management in the procurement context
Real prospects for growth and development within the procurement profession
As an Procurement Apprentice, you will become a valued member of our UK centralised procurement team, working at the very heart of supply chain operations. You will gain essential experience in tactical buying, negotiation, and supplier relationship management, helping to ensure value and compliance for the business. You’ll learn to create and manage purchase orders, solve day-to-day supply chain challenges, and deliver excellent service to internal customers. Working closely with colleagues across functions, you’ll also develop your skills in contract administration and risk awareness, all while learning to promote ethical and sustainable procurement. This role offers practical experience and a strong foundation to build your career and progress in the procurement profession.Training:As a Procurement Apprentice you will enrol onto a 3 year programme, which will include two parts. Firstly, you will complete a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship over 12 months with the Apprentice Academy. Delivered via a virtual learning model, this part of the programme will introduce you to business in the context of procurement.
You will then progress onto a Level 4 Procurement and Supply Apprenticeship over a further two years with the same training provider. Upon completion you will hold both the Level 3 and Level 4 apprenticeship qualifications, plus your CIPS Level 4.
You will be based in our centralised procurement team in the UK, working alongside experienced professionals. Throughout the programme, you will receive on-the-job training, coaching, and support to develop your capabilities as a Tactical Buyer. Thales will support your professional qualifications as part of your development, and you’ll have access to a range of learning and development resources.Training Outcome:At the end of the programme learners will transition into a permanent role within the procurement function and will have the opportunity to discuss progression onto the Level 5 and Level 6 CIPS Certificates. This is a fantastic opportunity to start your career in procurement, with scope for continued growth and progression. Employer Description:Together, we create the ingenious technological systems and innovations that impact and improve people's lives every single day. Even if you haven't heard the name Thales before, you've definitely benefited from our inventiveness. We reinvest 20% of our sales in Research & Development in the UK. We support businesses, organisations, and governments in addressing tomorrow’s major challenges by developing advanced Defence, Security, Cybersecurity, Digital Identity, and Aerospace solutions, in the most sustainable, responsible, and ethical manner.Working Hours :Monday - Thursday, 8 hours a day. Friday, 5 hours.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working....Read more...
CNC Turner Location: Wimborne, DorsetSalary: Up to £50k per annum (negotiable, dependant on experience) Benefits:20 days holiday + bank holidays25% late shift premiumOvertime available at 1.5xFree onsite parkingFree hot and cold refreshmentsSocial events including annual Christmas party, team nights out, and charity golf daysSupportive, family-orientated team environment with excellent retention and a loyal client base About the Company We are working with a respected precision engineering business based in the Dorset area. This company is a trusted Tier 1 supplier to a major global aerospace organisation and manufactures complex components for a diverse range of industries, including oil & gas, nuclear, and water purification. Operating from a modern facility with high-end CNC machinery, this business is known for its low staff turnover, stable workload, and strong commitment to quality and customer service. They pride themselves on offering a clean, well-equipped environment and a friendly, down-to-earth team culture. Role Overview Our client is seeking an experienced CNC Turner who can confidently program, set, and operate CNC lathes on a late shift. Candidates should have experience working on live tooling lathes with Fanuc controls and ideally be familiar with CMZ MillTurn machines. This role involves machining small-to-medium batch runs to fine tolerances across a variety of challenging materials. Key Responsibilities:Program, set, and operate CNC lathes with live toolingWork to fine tolerances on materials including Aluminium, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Inconel, and BronzeProduce batch sizes ranging from 5 to 100 componentsRead and interpret technical drawings to ensure components meet exacting specificationsMaintain high standards of quality throughout productionCommunicate effectively with colleagues to ensure workflow efficiency Candidate Profile:Proven experience as a CNC Turner with live tooling experienceConfident with Fanuc controls (essential)Familiarity with CMZ MillTurn lathes (desirable)CADCAM knowledge is an advantage but not essentialA strong work ethic and ability to work unsupervised during late shiftsQuality-focused with a high level of attention to detail Hours:Monday to Thursday, 4:00 PM – 2:00 AMUp to £20p/hr (negotiable, dependant on experience) + 25% late shift premiumOvertime paid at 1.5x standard rate Interested? If you’re an experienced CNC Turner who enjoys working in a fast-paced, precision-led environment—and you’re ready to take on a well-compensated late-shift role—this is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and respected business.To apply or learn more, please contact our specialist recruitment team with your up-to-date CV.Bolt-On Personnel and our clients are equal opportunity employers who seek to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of marital/civil partnership status, sex, age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national origin, colour, sexual orientation or disability. Bolt-On Personnel and our clients apply all relevant Data Protection laws when processing your Personal Data. If you choose to apply to this opportunity and share your CV or other personal information with Bolt-On Personnel, these details will be held by us in accordance with our privacy policy used by our recruitment team to contact you regarding this or other relevant opportunities at Bolt-On Personnel.....Read more...
CNC Turner (Sliding Head) Location: Harlow, Essex Salary: Up to to £43,500 per annum (depending on experience) Benefits:Lots of overtime available, paid at x1.525% shift premium (for Night roles)25 days holiday plus bank holidaysCompany Pension SchemeHealthcare schemeModern, well-equipped workshop with latest machineryFriendly, supportive team environmentCareer development and training opportunitiesPPE / company uniform providedRegular company social and team-building activities Company Profile This is a long-established precision engineering / CNC Machining business with a reputation for quality and reliability, supplying components to a range of industries including aerospace, automotive, medical and advanced engineering. The company continues to invest heavily in the latest CNC machines / Machine Tools and Technology, ensuring that employees work with state-of-the-art equipment in a clean and modern environment. Team culture is collaborative, professional and supportive, with approachable management who value continuous development and open communication. Employees enjoy challenging, interesting work and the chance to be part of a growing company that is committed to excellence and innovation. Job Profile We are seeking CNC Machinists (Sliding Head) to join the expanding team in the Turning department. You will join a skilled, friendly team in a well-equipped environment where quality, accuracy and teamwork are highly valued. Duties:Programming, setting and operating CNC Sliding HeadsWorking with Citizen Sliding Head machines (M32s, L32s, L20s) with Fanuc controls, you will program, set and operate machinery to produce high-quality precision components.Star or any other Sliding Head machine experience will be considered, with Citizen experience being the preferred.Reading and interpreting engineering drawingsProducing components to tight tolerances and quality standardsConducting first-off inspections and in-process checksMaintaining machines and ensuring they run efficientlyWorking to daily production targets and deadlinesCollaborating with colleagues and reporting to shift supervisorsAdhering to all company health & safety requirements Skills & Attributes:Proven experience as a CNC Machinist (CNC Sliding Head)Strong background with Citizen or Star Sliding Head with Fanuc controlsAbility to program, set and operate CNC machinesGood knowledge of tooling and cutting data for different materialsAble to work to tight tolerances and high-quality standardsFlexible, reliable and committed with a strong team ethic Education / Certificates:Time-served apprenticeship or relevant engineering qualification (desirable) Hours of Work:Monday – Thursday, 7am to 4pmFriday, 7am to 12pmOvertime available, paid at x1.5hrs Interested? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking precision engineering company that values its people, invests in modern CNC machining technology and offers excellent earning potential with overtime and shift premiums. With a supportive environment, interesting projects, and clear scope for personal and career development, this is the ideal role for experienced CNC Machinists looking to take the next step in your career.Bolt-On Personnel and our clients are equal opportunity employers who seek to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of marital/civil partnership status, sex, age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national origin, colour, sexual orientation or disability. Bolt-On Personnel and our clients apply all relevant Data Protection laws when processing your Personal Data. If you choose to apply to this opportunity and share your CV or other personal information with Bolt-On Personnel, these details will be held by us in accordance with our privacy policy used by our recruitment team to contact you regarding this or other relevant opportunities at Bolt-On Personnel.....Read more...
CNC TurnerLocation: Kings Langley, HertfordshireSalary: Up to £50k per annum (negotiable, dependent on experience and shift)Benefits:State of the art Machine shop, brand new CNC Machine tools, latest equipment / software.Transparent and inclusive management & working environment.25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays.Company Pension. Company ProfileAn established specialist, subcontract manufacturer of precision machined components to various industry sectors, certified to AS9100and ISO9001 standards with capabilities in CNC Milling, CNC Turning, EDM and Subcontract Inspection are experiencing considerable growth and expansion.Job ProfileDue to this growth, expansion, and re-investment into the most modern, state of the art CNC Machine Tools and equipment, there are now requirements for an experienced CNC Machinists for their Turning department with Team Leadership /Supervisory skills and experience. As the successful CNC Turner, you will be self-motivated, have a high attention to detail and the ability to communicate clearly to members of the team, producing high-end CNC Turned parts and components.You must also have at least 5 years’+ experience in CNC Machining and be competent at programming, setting, and operating DMG CNC lathes.Duties:Programming, Setting, Proving Out, and Operating CNC LathesSelf-management of workload to work as efficiently as possible.Training and Directing Machinists and Trainee’sResponsible for machine OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) including night shift and weekend running by ensuring machines and jobs are ready with all the required information.Reviewing the Capacity Planner with the Production Planner to give best possible utilisation of machines and “On Time Delivery” of parts.Making sure Tools, Material and Programs are in place when required to reduce Setting timesTaking ownership of the Shopfloor, making sure it’s tidy and always organizedLiaising directly with Inspection regarding part quality.Skills & Experience:5 years+ previous experience Programming, Setting and OperatingIdeally experienced with using Celos or Fanuc controls and HyperMILL (Turning)Background producing CNC machined components for Motorsport, Aerospace or similar industries requiring high standardsExperience of Turning Inconel, Titanium and Stainless to tight tolerancesGood time keepingGood understanding of Programming, Setting & Operating CNC LathesUnderstanding engineering drawingsCarrying out first off inspection checksAcute attention to detailEducation:Level 3 B-Tech Mechanical Engineering (Preferred)NVQ Level 3 (Preferred)Apprentice Trained (Preferred)Hours of Work:40hrs per weekPermanent Day or Night shifts availableDays: 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday (up to £42k dependant on experience)Nights: 5pm to 5am, Monday to Thursday (up to £50k dependant on experience)Regular overtime is available paid at x1.5hrsBolt-On Personnel and our clients are equal opportunity employers who seek to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of marital/civil partnership status, sex, age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national origin, colour, sexual orientation or disability. Bolt-On Personnel and our clients apply all relevant Data Protection laws when processing your Personal Data. If you choose to apply to this opportunity and share your CV or other personal information with Bolt-On Personnel, these details will be held by us in accordance with our privacy policy used by our recruitment team to contact you regarding this or other relevant opportunities at Bolt-On Personnel.....Read more...
As a HR apprentice with Smith's Group, you will complete 7-month rotations between 3 different HR teams: HR, Talent Acquisition, Global Mobility and Rewards. The key responsibilities are listed below:
HR Generalist:
Recruitment administration (raising requisitions and completing new hire forms in the ATS)
Monitor Background Screening process, escalate discrepancies and conduct right to work checks for all new hires
Support the onboarding process, co-ordinate and carry out on site Inductions for new starters to the business
Support Employee Relations matters, attending meetings and taking minutes where necessary
Support managers with creating job descriptions and getting them benchmarked with the reward team
Process employee changes and leavers ensuring payroll deadlines are met
Act as a point of contact for employees seeking advice on company policies
Monitor and run monthly reports for GLR activity and completion rates
Support HR Generalists with updates to training materials e.g. employee induction, people leader training
General ad hoc administration tasks as and when they arise
Talent Acquisition:
Assist in the creation and posting of job adverts across various job boards and platforms
Screen CVs and applications to shortlist suitable candidates
Schedule interviews and coordinate communication between candidates and hiring managers
Support with candidate sourcing via LinkedIn and other platforms
Maintain accurate records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
Help manage candidate communications and ensure a positive candidate experience
Participate in career fairs, open days, and employer branding initiatives
Assist in onboarding new hires in collaboration with the HR team
General ad hoc administration tasks as and when they arise
Reward:
Assist with data gathering and analysis related to salary benchmarking, pay reviews, and benefits administration
Help maintain accurate employee reward data in HRIS and spreadsheets, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations
Participate in annual reward cycles (e.g. bonus and salary reviews), supporting with communications, coordination, and data validation
Support the Reward team in the delivery of compensation, benefits, and recognition initiatives across Smiths
Collaborate with other HR functions to support wider people initiatives, such as performance management and employee engagement
Engage in apprenticeship learning activities, applying new knowledge and skills to real workplace scenarios
General ad hoc administration tasks as and when they arise
Global Mobility:
Supports the delivery of annual Group-wide and Global Mobility assignment life cycle activities
Assisting in other HRIS and global mobility tasks and projects as required
Helps to create and update guidance to the business on all Global Mobility policies/processes available on the internal intranet
Provides operational support in respect of Global Mobility processes including: the coordination of cost projections, assignee payroll activity assists in answering queries from assignees, and assignment documentation in relation to new/ongoing assignments, repatriations, and international permanent transfers
Coordinate invoicing and internal recharges for Mobility services to divisions
General ad hoc administration tasks as and when they arise
Training:HR Support Level 3.Training Outcome:The opportunity may offer a permanent role upon completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:Smith’s Group designs, manufactures and delivers smarter engineering solutions for mission-critical applications, solving some of the world's toughest problems for our customers, our communities and our world. For over 170 years, Smiths Group has been pioneering progress by improving the world through smarter engineering.
We serve millions of people every year, to help create a safer, more efficient and better-connected world, across four major global markets: Energy, General Industry, Security & Defense, and Aerospace. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs 14,600 colleagues in over 50+ countries.
This pioneering spirit continues to drive us today, underpinned by our powerful culture. Improving our world is what we do, how we think, and how we will continue to use our passion for technology and engineering to tackle our customers biggest challenges today and in the future. We're looking for people with curious minds. Who want responsibility and relish a challenge. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out, our global scale and focus on growth means we have some great career opportunities for you. There's never been a better time to join Smiths.Working Hours :Monday to Friday.
Shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Microsoft Office Suite,Written communication skills,Able to meet deadlines,Interpersonal skills,Work experience desirable....Read more...
Product Validation & Qualification Team Leader – Greenwich – up to £70,000 + Bonus + Car Allow. + Excellent Benefits
What this job is all about.
We’re looking for a collaborative and technically skilled Product Validation & Qualification Team Leader to guide a small, talented group of engineers and technicians working on innovative, mission-critical power systems.
This is an opportunity to combine hands-on technical expertise with people leadership ȁ4; helping to shape, mentor, and inspire a growing team while driving improvements in validation and qualification processes. The role sits within a forward-thinking R&D department where your ideas and leadership will make a visible impact
What’s in It for You
Competitive salary and benefits, with flexible hybrid working (up to two days from home).
A supportive, inclusive culture that values teamwork and continuous learning.
The chance to lead an important function in the design and validation of cutting-edge power systems.
Genuine opportunities for career development and progression.
What You’ll Do
Lead, support and develop a multidisciplinary team of around five validation, qualification and test professionals.
Define and deliver the product test and qualification strategy, ensuring alignment with engineering and quality standards.
Plan and manage resources, priorities and project deliverables in collaboration with design and product teams.
Oversee the operation of the R&D test lab, budgets and performance indicators.
Promote strong engineering standards and ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015, HSE and quality procedures.
Stay hands-on — mentoring the team, reviewing test approaches, and supporting product validation directly when needed.
Drive continuous improvement, technical discussions and innovation across the team.
Provide clear communication and updates to stakeholders, fostering a transparent and collaborative culture.
About You
Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (or equivalent experience).
Experience in product validation, verification and qualification in a regulated or high-reliability environment.
Strong technical understanding of electronics, firmware/software integration and high-voltage or power systems.
Familiar with certification standards (HV safety, EMI/EMC, thermal, vibration testing, etc.).
Confident leading and coaching teams — encouraging growth, inclusion, and shared success.
Skilled in communication and cross-functional collaboration.
Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS), PLM tools (e.g. Windchill) and Agile working is an advantage.
It Would Be Great If You Also Have
Experience in automotive, aerospace, defence, rail or other highly regulated sectors.
Knowledge of systems engineering or test automation.
Understanding of product certification or cybersecurity compliance.
What now…
If this sounds like the right role for you, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV!
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The laboratories team, based in the Princess Margaret Laboratories and Elizabeth Creak Building is a central service support team responsible for the provision of laboratory services to the University.
We ensure the provision of practical classes to taught students and support to research students and staff in four key subject areas: Soils and Environmental Science; Microbiology, Molecular Biology and Animal Health; General Biology; Nutrition. We are a happy team consisting of 12 permanent staff with different professional backgrounds and experiences. We also have two placement students.
Support day-to-day running, safety, and cleanliness of laboratories.
Handle, store, and dispose of biological specimens (fresh, dried, frozen, or preserved) safely and in compliance with regulations.
Maintain and operate biological and analytical equipment following standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Prepare, set up, and clear away materials and specimens for practical classes.
Source and collect teaching materials such as weeds and anatomical specimens.
Liaise with tutors to interpret practical class requests, advise on resources, and manage requisitions.
Assist with and occasionally deliver practical demonstrations.
Support laboratory inductions and basic skills training for students and staff.
Participate in team meetings, health and safety inspections, and daily lock-up routines.
Maintain inventories, procure supplies, and communicate with suppliers and external contacts.
Undertake relevant training and work toward/maintain professional registration (e.g., RSci).
Provide routine technical assistance under supervision.
Follow established procedures for equipment use, safety, and specimen handling.
Assist with class preparation, demonstrations, and simple laboratory analyses.
Support research and teaching activities as directed.
Check and follow risk and COSHH assessments.
Work more independently in managing laboratory operations and resources.
Demonstrate and supervise students during practical classes, explaining methods and underlying theory.
Contribute to developing and adapting techniques for teaching and research.
Support and deliver laboratory inductions and skills training sessions.
Conduct laboratory analyses to a publishable standard.
Advise tutors on class design and resource optimisation.
Take a lead role in laboratory management, including safety, maintenance, and operational planning.
Develop and maintain SOPs; author and approve risk and COSHH assessments.
Supervise placement students and casual staff, including training, task allocation, and performance feedback.
Design and deliver advanced technical training and inductions.
Anticipate and plan for teaching and research needs, managing procurement proactively.
Develop and validate analytical techniques to support research and teaching innovation.
Provide expert advice to academic staff and collaborate across departments and institutions.
Hold or actively maintain professional registration (e.g., RSci).
Training:Over 33 months, you will develop your knowledge and skills in your chosen field to become a leader pushing development, knowledge generation and innovation. You will be provided with 6 hours per week by your employer to conduct learning and training during working hours. This can include theory training (for example, virtual lessons & online learning), alongside practical training (for example shadowing, mentoring, & time spent writing assignments. You’ll be trained by a team of expert tutors from Tiro as well as an experienced workplace mentor at Harper Adams University who, together, will make sure you develop the knowledge, skills, and work habits you’ll need to succeed in your career.Training Outcome:There’s no limit to what you can achieve while working with Harper Adams University. Their team is at the heart of what they do, and they are looking for someone who wants to play a key part in that long term. As a successful applicant, you have the potential to secure a full-time position with the business at the end of your apprenticeship. Through practical ‘on-the-job’ training you’ll have the opportunity to learn new skills to provide competency and responsibility in carrying out testing and to help develop your career. You can look forward to a range of potential career paths in industries such as construction, engineering, aerospace, automotive or research and development. There is a growing demand for skilled professionals who can ensure the quality and reliability of materials used in various sectors! Employer Description:Harper Adams University is a welcoming, forward-thinking community of over 600 employees working together to create real, lasting impact – ensuring that everyone, everywhere, can access sustainable food, land, and animal systems. Our work contributes directly to planetary health, animal welfare and ultimately human wellbeing. We’re passionate about what we do – and about the people we do it with.
We are deeply committed to the wellbeing and development of our colleagues. Our annual employee survey consistently tells us that staff are proud to work here, feel trusted to do their jobs, and are supported by their managers. Our inclusive and empowering culture is one of the many reasons our people stay, grow, and thrive.
Harper Adams is the UK’s leading specialist institution serving the agri-food, animal wellbeing, engineering and land management sectors. We are a world-respected provider of industry-led education and research in food production and technology, animal health, environmental sustainability and sustainable business. Our work is grounded through partnerships – with more than 1,100 organisations in the UK and beyond – that fuel our research, shape our teaching, and deliver genuine impact.
Our rural campus near Newport in Shropshire is supported by a growing site in Telford, offering a range of housing options and excellent rail and road connections to the West Midlands and beyond. We’ve invested more than £50 million in our estate in the last decade – including leading-edge teaching, research and veterinary facilities, modern laboratories, and a purpose-built Veterinary Services Centre. Our commercial farm spans 494 hectares and plays an active role in our education, research, and knowledge exchange.
We are proud to be the UK’s highest-ranked small specialist provider for the agri-food and animal wellbeing sectors, consistently delivering the largest cohort of graduates into these industries – with over 97 per cent going directly into employment. We currently welcome over 3,000 full- and part-time students across undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including subjects like agricultural engineering, veterinary nursing, business, land and property management, and veterinary medicine and surgery – the latter delivered through the Harper & Keele Veterinary School, established in 2020.Working Hours :Term time only, working 32 weeks per year.
37 hours per week.
Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm (flexibility required).Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working....Read more...
