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Van Driver

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Adhoc Van Driving Work – £12.80+ per hour

Need flexible work? We’re recruiting van drivers in Bury St Edmunds to support holiday cover.

You’ll be delivering plumbing parts to customers across the area.

  • Pay starting at £12.80 per hour
  • Usual hours 07:00-16:30 (may vary)
  • Simple, straightforward delivery work

This role is perfect for someone looking for occasional, adhoc shifts rather than regular ongoing work.

If you’re reliable, flexible, and happy to help out with occasional cover, we want to hear from you.

Please contact our office on 01603 536788 or email tashahunt@major-recruitment.com.

Major Recruitment acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and an Employment Business for temporary opportunities.

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Children’s Home Registered Manager

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Registered Manager (children’s home)

  • Newmarket, Suffolk
  • 40 hrs a week
  • Salary: up to £65,000 per year and a £10,000 annual quality and commercial bonus.
  • Plus much more!

School Staffing Solutions are looking for a Children’s Home Registered Manager to assist the General Manager in achieving the aims and objectives within the Statement of Purpose of the Children’s homes and the wider needs of the whole site .

You will manage a 3 bed home that caters for children aged 12 – 18 years, all of whom require additional support due to mental illness or concerns about them being able to stay safe due to considerable risk of self-injurious behaviours. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, including our on-site clinical team and teachers and will work with the children to support their transitions on from the site following successful achievement of the goals set out in the care plans.

Ideally the right person will have had some experience of working with children suffering with poor mental health, have an understanding of the Mental Health Act or are in fact practicing within this arena at present.

What’s on Offer:

  • Entry salary up to £65,000 per annum DOE.
  • £10,000 Annual quality and commercial bonus.
  • As a member of this organisations leadership team you will participate in a Management Incentive Plan that will enable you to share in the long term success of the Company.
  • Comprehensive induction to set you up for success.
  • Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy.

Additional Benefits: Competitive pay, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including:

  • Employee Assistance Service
  • Wellbeing Programme
  • Recommend a Friend scheme
  • Cycle to work
  • Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out
  • Long Service Awards

About you:

Essential Requirements and Experience

  • Passionate about making the difference to the lives of young people in care.
  • Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years.
  • Qualifications: Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care is essential. Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at point of application, if not then you must be enrolled on the Level 5 within 6 months of starting in post.
  • Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation, and regulatory requirements.
  • Skills: Efficient in; planning, organizing, budget control, resource allocation, and team leadership.
  • Communication: Confidence in effective spoken and written communication.
  • Understanding Trauma: Knowledge of the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, including managing challenging behaviour.
  • Driving License: Full UK required.

This Children’s Home Registered Home position in Newmarket, Suffolk could suit an experienced deputy manager seeking the next step on the career ladder or an experienced manager looking for change. Please get in touch on 07977 178199 or email jennifer@school-staff.co.uk for more information.

School Staffing Solutions Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment business for this position.

Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search.

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.

Marine Onshore/Offshore HSE Advisor (Contract)

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Marine Onshore/Offshore HSE Advisor (Contract)
Lowestoft, Suffolk

We are currently supporting a leading main contractor on a major marine infrastructure project and are looking to engage an experienced Onshore/Offshore HSE Advisor on a contract basis.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile project with a strong pipeline of work, offering both onshore and offshore exposure.

The Role
You will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance across a complex marine scope of works. This includes both port-based activities and occasional offshore visits.

Project Scope

  • Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)
  • Dredging operations
  • Rock infill works
  • Outfall head installation

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide HSE support and guidance to site and offshore teams
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant HSE legislation and company policies
  • Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments
  • Lead incident investigations and reporting
  • Promote a strong safety culture across all project phases
  • Liaise with stakeholders, contractors, and offshore personnel

Requirements

  • Proven experience in a similar HSE role within marine, civils, or offshore environments
  • Valid offshore certification/tickets (essential)
  • Strong knowledge of UK HSE regulations and best practices
  • Ability to work across both onshore and offshore settings
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Contract Details

  • Immediate start available
  • Initial 7-month contract (with potential for extension)
  • Outside IR35
  • Competitive day rates
  • Accommodation provided

If you are an experienced HSE Advisor with offshore capabilities and are available for your next contract, we would be keen to speak with you.

Warehouse Operative Picker & Packer

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Job Opportunity: Pickers and Packers – Pet Food Industry


Location: IP26 Area (Own transport required)
Salary: From £12.81 per hour
Shift: Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Major Recruitment is currently seeking reliable and motivated Pickers and Packers to join our client’s team in the pet food production sector. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain experience in a fast-paced and supportive working environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Picking orders accurately
  • Packing items securely and correctly for dispatch
  • Labelling and preparing goods for shipment
  • Carrying out basic quality checks
  • Keeping the work area clean and organised
  • Working to daily targets and deadlines

No previous experience is required – full training will be provided.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive hourly rate starting from £12.81 per hour

  • Consistent Monday to Friday shifts (6:00 AM – 2:00 PM)

  • Weekly pay

  • Free PPE provided

  • 24/7 on-call support

What We’re Looking For:

  • A positive, “can-do” attitude and willingness to learn

  • Basic level of English

  • Right to work in the UK

  • Own transport is essential – due to the location (postcode starts with IP26), there are no public transport links

  • Ability to reliably commute to and from the worksite

This role is ideal for individuals who take pride in their work and value teamwork, attention to detail, and quality assurance in a production environment.

If you are a motivated individual with a keen eye for detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now!

Please contact our office on 01603 536788 or email tashahunt@major-recruitment.com

Major Recruitment acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and an Employment Business for temporary opportunities.

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Marine Quantity Surveyor

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Marine Quantity Surveyor
Location: Suffolk (Hybrid Working)
Contract Type: Freelance / Contract (Outside IR35)
Duration: 12 Months (6-Month Rolling Contract)
Start Date: May 2026 (Subject to Availability)
Rate: Negotiable (Outside IR35)

Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Marine Quantity Surveyor to join a major £30m infrastructure project based in Suffolk. This is a long-term freelance opportunity offering hybrid working, international exposure, and the chance to work on technically complex marine and civil engineering works.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing and overseeing commercial aspects of marine construction works
  • Forecasting and cost reporting on behalf of the main contractor
  • Administering contracts under NEC3 Option C
  • Supporting project delivery across marine works, including microtunnelling and drilling operations
  • Monitoring project costs, variations, and financial performance
  • Liaising with project stakeholders to ensure commercial objectives are achieved

Project Details

  • £30 million project scope
  • Marine works including microtunnelling and drilling
  • Based in Suffolk with hybrid working arrangements
  • Travel to the Netherlands required approximately twice per month

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within marine, civil engineering, or infrastructure projects
  • Strong working knowledge of NEC3 Option C contracts
  • Experience in cost forecasting and commercial reporting for main contractors
  • Exposure to marine works, tunnelling, or drilling is highly advantageous
  • Ability to travel internationally as required

What’s on Offer

  • Outside IR35 contract
  • Competitive day rate (negotiable based on experience)
  • Long-term project with strong extension potential
  • Opportunity to work on a high-value, technically challenging project

To apply or find out more, please get in touch directly.

Safety Manager – Marine & Civils

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Marine Civils Safety Manager
Location: Sizewell C (Onshore & Offshore)
Contract: 8-12 Months (Initial 6-9 months + extension)
Start Date: May 2026
Rate: £650 per day (All-In, Outside IR35)

Overview
We are seeking an experienced Marine Civils Safety Manager to support a major infrastructure project at Sizewell C, working with the principal contractor responsible for delivering complex marine works.
This role will take ownership of health & safety across both onshore and offshore operations, ensuring compliance, best practice, and safe delivery across a technically challenging marine environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage all Health & Safety activities across marine civils operations
  • Oversee both onshore and offshore workstreams, ensuring consistent safety standards
  • Provide visible safety leadership across site, vessel, and subcontractor operations
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory, client, and project-specific safety requirements
  • Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments across all phases of work
  • Support method statements and safe systems of work for complex marine activities
  • Work closely with operational teams to drive a proactive safety culture
  • Liaise with stakeholders, contractors, and project leadership on all HSE matters
  • Monitor and report on safety performance, incidents, and corrective actions

Project Scope

  • HDD outfalls (3 lines) including offshore drilling and dredging
  • Scale protection and diffuser installation
  • Piling operations and deep shaft construction
  • Drainage and associated civils works
  • 800-tonne jack-up barge operations
  • Follow-on works including jetty beams and structural elements

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Safety Manager within marine civils environments
  • Strong background working with a main contractor on large-scale infrastructure projects
  • Experience across both onshore and offshore operations
  • Ability to obtain clearance for a nuclear new build project (Sizewell C)
  • Strong knowledge of UK HSE legislation and marine safety standards

Certifications

  • BOSIET (Basic Offshore Safety Induction & Emergency Training)
  • GWO (Global Wind Organisation certification)
  • Working at Height

Additional Information

  • Immediate requirement due to current contractor stepping away
  • Long-term opportunity with continuity of work beyond initial scope
  • High-profile project offering strong exposure within the marine and energy sectors