Maintain machinery and equipment and find and resolve faults to optimise production levels
Conduct planned and predictive maintenance to prevent issues from occurring, as well as reactive maintenance, responding to breakdowns
Contribute to the installation and decommissioning of equipment
Work as part of a team or alone, depending on the task
On a daily basis, you will interact with other technicians and engineers, as well as with operational and site teams, and colleagues from Technical, Development, Finance & Planning
You will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities
You will learn how to employ engineering practices that ensure food safety in line with food safety legislation, keeping machinery and equipment running to meet production needs and outputs
You will ensure that our practices comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, as well as taking account business operation considerations such as cost and service level agreements
Training:
Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard which includes a Diploma in food and drink engineering maintenance.
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
This is a 3 x 6-week training block every academic year. Accommodation, food and travel are paid for by the company. Everyone gets individual secure accommodation and safeguarding measures are in place.Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm initially. Apprentices will move onto the site engineering pattern in the future.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Maintain machinery and equipment and find and resolve faults to optimise production levels
Conduct planned and predictive maintenance to prevent issues from occurring, as well as reactive maintenance, responding to breakdowns
Contribute to the installation and decommissioning of equipment
Work as part of a team or alone, depending on the task
On a daily basis, you will interact with other technicians and engineers, as well as with operational and site teams, and colleagues from Technical, Development, Finance & Planning
You will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities
You will learn how to employ engineering practices that ensure food safety in line with food safety legislation, keeping machinery and equipment running to meet production needs and outputs
You will ensure that our practices comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, as well as taking account business operation considerations such as cost and service level agreements
Training:
Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard which includes a Diploma in food and drink engineering maintenance.
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
This is a 3 x 6-week training block every academic year. Accommodation, food and travel are paid for by the company. Everyone gets individual secure accommodation and safeguarding measures are in place.Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm initially. Apprentices will move onto the site engineering pattern in the future.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Maintain machinery and equipment and find and resolve faults to optimise production levels
Conduct planned and predictive maintenance to prevent issues from occurring, as well as reactive maintenance, responding to breakdowns
Contribute to the installation and decommissioning of equipment
Work as part of a team or alone, depending on the task
On a daily basis, you will interact with other technicians and engineers, as well as with operational and site teams, and colleagues from Technical, Development, Finance & Planning
You will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities
You will learn how to employ engineering practices that ensure food safety in line with food safety legislation, keeping machinery and equipment running to meet production needs and outputs
You will ensure that our practices comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, as well as taking account business operation considerations such as cost and service level agreements
Training:
Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard which includes a Diploma in food and drink engineering maintenance
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
This is a 3 x 6-week training block every academic year. Accommodation, food and travel are paid for by the company. Everyone gets individual secure accommodation and safeguarding measures are in place.Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm initially. Apprentices will move onto the site engineering pattern in the future.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Maintain machinery and equipment and find and resolve faults to optimise production levels
Conduct planned and predictive maintenance to prevent issues from occurring, as well as reactive maintenance, responding to breakdowns
Contribute to the installation and decommissioning of equipment
Work as part of a team or alone, depending on the task
On a daily basis, you will interact with other technicians and engineers, as well as with operational and site teams, and colleagues from Technical, Development, Finance & Planning
You will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities
You will learn how to employ engineering practices that ensure food safety in line with food safety legislation, keeping machinery and equipment running to meet production needs and outputs
You will ensure that our practices comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, as well as taking account business operation considerations such as cost and service level agreements
Training:
Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard which includes a Diploma in food and drink engineering maintenance
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
This is a 3 x 6-week training block every academic year. Accommodation, food and travel are paid for by the company. Everyone gets individual secure accommodation and safeguarding measures are in place.Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm initially. Apprentices will move onto the site engineering pattern in the future.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Maintain machinery and equipment and find and resolve faults to optimise production levels
Conduct planned and predictive maintenance to prevent issues from occurring, as well as reactive maintenance, responding to breakdowns
Contribute to the installation and decommissioning of equipment
Work as part of a team or alone, depending on the task
On a daily basis, you will interact with other technicians and engineers, as well as with operational and site teams, and colleagues from Technical, Development, Finance & Planning
You will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities
You will learn how to employ engineering practices that ensure food safety in line with food safety legislation, keeping machinery and equipment running to meet production needs and outputs
You will ensure that our practices comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, as well as taking account business operation considerations such as cost and service level agreements
Training:
Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard which includes a Diploma in food and drink engineering maintenance
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
This is a 3 x 6-week training block every academic year. Accommodation, food and travel are paid for by the company. Everyone gets individual secure accommodation and safeguarding measures are in place.Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm initially. Apprentices will move onto the site engineering pattern in the future.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Maintain machinery and equipment and find and resolve faults to optimise production levels
Conduct planned and predictive maintenance to prevent issues from occurring, as well as reactive maintenance, responding to breakdowns
Contribute to the installation and decommissioning of equipment
Work as part of a team or alone, depending on the task
On a daily basis, you will interact with other technicians and engineers, as well as with operational and site teams, and colleagues from Technical, Development, Finance & Planning
You will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities
You will learn how to employ engineering practices that ensure food safety in line with food safety legislation, keeping machinery and equipment running to meet production needs and outputs
You will ensure that our practices comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, as well as taking account business operation considerations such as cost and service level agreements
Training:
Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard which includes a Diploma in food and drink engineering maintenance
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
This is a 3 x 6-week training block every academic year. Accommodation, food and travel are paid for by the company. Everyone gets individual secure accommodation and safeguarding measures are in place.Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm initially. Apprentices will move onto the site engineering pattern in the future.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Role Climate17 are working alongside a leading independent energy specialist who develop commercial and large-scale solar PV assets. They are actively searching for a Solar Design Engineer to help them successfully design, develop and deliver new solar PV projects across the UK. Responsibilities Development of solar proposals using modelling softwareDevelop drawings and layouts to a professional standard for use in planning, proposals and grid applicationsAttend technical site visits to assess the appropriateness of initial designs and revise models if necessarySuggest an initial electrical design based on client infrastructure and review with our preferred electrical designer/installerCreate cost estimates for delivery of proposals of solar projectsSubmitting, reviewing, and challenging connection offers for HV/LV grid connections from the DNO for solar proposalsPreparation of technical specifications for invitations to tender and contracts for solar proposals.Coordination and review of tender submissions where an EPC is utilisedProject manage the construction of the solar projects including design modifications, technical support and contractor design reviewsWorking with our procurement team to manage and grow our technical relationship with suppliers Requirements Experience in the cradle-to-grave management of the solar design of UK energy projects - 500kw+Relevant solar design experience and competency in various software packages - PVSol is essential for this positionExperience in submitting, reviewing, and challenging connection offers for HV/LV grid connections from the DNO.The ability to prioritise your own workload, especially when juggling multiple projects at various stages of development, and to understand and manage your own time to control budgets.Good communication; ability to build relationships to maximise the efficiency of the team.Willingness to come up with ideas and identify opportunities.Commercial experience would be of value, especially experience handling contractor claims and change orders.Full UK drivers’ licence – essentialFull right to live and work in the UK without sponsorship - essential Location: Remote + office and site travel, as required. About Us Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector. Inclusive Application Process Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. If you require additional support, equipment or resources in order to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.....Read more...
I am searching for an experienced Production Engineer for an internationally respected and very successful manufacturing business based near to Exeter.
Reporting to the Lean Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for supporting production throughout the in-house metal shop and assembly areas alongside the external supply chain.
The role is focussing on the support of existing product ranges and the introduction of new products. You will help to development supporting systems to improve quality and sustainability of our client’s product range. The role will include the definition and delivery of strategic targets across the business.
Working within the Production Engineering and Lean Team, you will ensure successful identification and implementation of best manufacturing practise. You will help review the suitability for manufacture of new products and maintain quality that exceeds customer expectation.
Duties include:
Identify and present ideas for improving production in order to improve profitability, quality, throughput and H&S.
Conduct feasibility studies on continuous improvement ideas generated from within Production, gained sign off and implement those projects.
Work closely with the Lean team to develop and implement best practices, routines and solutions to improve production rates, quality and output.
Support the Production Team in evaluating the strategic development of on-site manufacturing to achieve business goals.
Assist in the production of operating instructions.
Assist in the coordination and management of new products internally and externally to support the manufacturing team where required.
Produce written reports where required.
You will undertake continuous training and development.
Ensure adherence in accordance with any health, safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of staff and visitors.
Participate in new product reviews to ensure that only the most production efficient designs are released into production.
Participate in Change Request reviews to ensure that the best and most cost-efficient solutions are adopted without having a negative impact on safety or quality standards.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure optimal performance.
Work as part of the production engineering team to share ideas and improve operation, recommending, supporting, and implementing continuous improvement activities and process and procedure improvements to optimise results and improve quality of delivery, in line with quality standards requirements.
Stay current and up to date on any technology changes that may affect manufacturing and advise of any impact.
Liaise and communicate with other departments, suppliers, and other service providers as and when required.
Required skills and attributes:
Excellent people skills.
Ability to manage a variety of cross-functional team members.
Excellent written and verbal skills.
Excellent organizational and follow-up skills.
Competent in problem solving, planning and decision making.
Commercially and financially aware.
Qualifications and experience:
HNC or HND or equivalent in an engineering discipline, as a minimum.
Experience of implementing manufacturing improvements and continuous improvement projects within batch manufacturing businesses.
Experience of working with sheet metal fabrication with an understanding of related manufacturing processes and limitations.
Experience of quality management including proven use of DFMEA & PFMEA.
Project management experience and a track record of identifying and successfully implementing change.
Previous involvement in new product introductions would be beneficial.
Experience of Value Analysis and Value Engineering techniques, Root Cause Analysis, Value Stream Mapping and 8D would be beneficial but is NOT a prerequisite.
The role comes with an excellent benefits package and once probation has been successfully completed some home-based working is available with prior consent with management.
The benefits include, 32 days holiday (including bank holidays), flexitime, competitive salary, pension, loyalty bonus, life assurance, free eye tests, training, rewards hub, hybrid-working and much more!
To be considered for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in the UK long-term without company sponsorship. You will also need to be based near to Exeter / East Devon, or you will be able to relocate to the area. Our client will 100% consider candidates who wish to relocate from within the UK to take up the position.
KEYWORDSProduction Engineer, Lean, New Products, H&S, Continuous Improvement, Production, Manufacturing, Engineering, DFMEA, PFMEA, HNC, HND, Batch Manufacturing, Sheet Metal Fabrication, Value Analysis, Value Engineering, Root Cause Analysis, Value Stream Mapping, 8D
Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.
Bowerford Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.....Read more...
Cundall’s Building Services team’s mission is to play a key role in making buildings more energy efficient, sustainable, and cost effective to operate – and we pride ourselves on our exemplary track record of designing innovative and sustainable mechanical and electrical solutions, that minimise the use of natural resources.
The Building Services team are a source of world leading expertise - and offer a pro-active and collaborative approach to skill development, and professional excellence.
The Role:
This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring Building Services Engineer to join our Birmingham office to learn what it takes to carry out the design of building services on some of the most exciting built environment projects in the UK and worldwide.
Joining the Building Information Modeling (BIM) team you will:
Learn how to manage and coordinate the use of BIM throughout the design stages
Work closely with colleagues across our multi-disciplinary practice ensuring that BIM models are accurate, consistent, and up to date
Under the guidance of our team of experienced engineers, we’ll equip you with understanding BIM processes and standards so that you can support with training project team members on BIM software and workflows and facilitating communication and collaboration between different disciplines
Also learn how to develop BIM Models effectively for other required as-built documentation such as COBie data or classification systems
As you develop your technical engineering skills with us on real-life projects, working four days of the week with one day-release to study for the appropriate academic qualifications at University College Birmingham.
Beyond your apprenticeship Cundall can offer you support towards achieving chartership status with CIBSE or IMechE, and in the long-term the opportunity for a truly rewarding and exciting career.
The Skills:
To qualify for the apprenticeship standard:
You will be educated to at least A-Level, T-Level or Level 3 in a Science/Maths related type subject
You will need at least 5 GCSEs at A*-C grade level, including English and maths
You will have an interest in engineering design and problem solving, and a desire to become a trusted expert in their field through proactive learning and collaborating with peers
Demonstratable strength in the use of MS Word and Excel is essential as the regular production of written reports will be a key aspect of the role
You possess the personal qualities and organisation skills to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, are a confident communicator, looking for a career in creative, sustainable, and intuitive design
We know that to be the best at what we do we need a diverse workforce underpinned by an inclusive culture. Creating environments where everyone can find joy doing their best work is also great for everyone.
That’s why we positively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, and encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our people.Training Outcome:
Support to achieve future qualifications within Building Information Modelling (BIM)
Employer Description:Established in the UK in 1976, Cundall is a global, independent, multi-disciplinary consultancy delivering sustainable engineering and design solutions across the built environment. Operating from 29 locations across the globe, our dedicated teams of over 1,000 consulting engineers and designer are empowered to act with flexibility and agility in delivering sustainable engineering and design solutions tailored to suit our clients’ individual needs. We are proud to be at the centre of pioneering design on some of the most exciting projects around the world. Cundall was founded with a commitment to sustainable design. In July 2023, Cundall publicly committed to achieving net zero carbon on all its projects by 2030. The pledge recognises the critical need for practical, science-led action to transition all buildings, infrastructure, and human settlements to net zero carbon as rapidly as possible.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pmSkills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Team working....Read more...
