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Electrical Design Engineer

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An Electrical Design Engineer is needed by an expanding Engineering company in the Newcastle area

The successful candidate will be working on bespoke automation projects with duties including: –

  • Specifying and estimating of control panels from customer supplied documentation and/or site visits and meetings with our clients.
  • Generation of electrical schematic diagrams including external and internal layout diagrams utilising AutoCAD Electrical software.
  • Generation of Bills of Materials and other supporting documentation.
  • Assistance with Manufacturing issues and compliance to relevant standards
  • Assistance with Factory Acceptance Tests
  • Generation of Operation and Maintenance files for completed projects.

The ideal candidate will be: –

  • Educated to HNC level or higher in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related subject.
  • Experienced in the design and manufacture of industrial automation systems
  • Possess excellent communication skills
  • Capable of producing electrical schematic diagrams, preferably using AutoCAD Electrical.
  • Highly computer literate with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD experience.
  • Commercially aware in order to make informed decisions on the selection of components based on a cost/benefit analysis
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Hands-on practical experience and ability with regard to the manufacture of industrial control panels.
  • Working knowledge of process-based industries
  • Have the initiative, ability and drive to generate new designs and improve overall efficiencies.
  • Be a team player and be able to contribute towards team goals.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing company with good development and career prospects.

If you would like more information please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment 0191 6620016 or click Apply Now to send your CV

HR Advisor

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The Role: As our HR Advisor in the manufacturing team, you will play a crucial role in supporting our vibrant workforce and ensuring the smooth operation of our HR functions. This position offers a unique blend of responsibilities, including HR duties, payroll management, employee support, and assistance with broader business operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Implement and manage HR initiatives and systems that align with our business goals.
  • Oversee payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
  • Provide comprehensive support to our employees, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
  • Work closely with management to support business operations and strategic objectives.

What We’re Looking For:

  • A proactive, dedicated HR professional with a Level 5 CIPD qualification.
  • At least 3 years of experience in HR, within a manufacturing or similar industrial setting.
  • Strong knowledge of HR practices and employment law.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organization.
  • A team player with a positive attitude and the ability to work independently.
  • Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Why Join Us?

  • Be a part of a leading manufacturing business with a strong commitment to its employees and community.
  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your contributions are valued and recognized.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Professional development opportunities and the chance to grow with the company.

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Steel Shop Supervisor

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Major Recruitment are searching for a Steel Shop Supervisor for our client based in Sunderland. This vacancy is full-time and permanent for the right candidate.

Duties include:

  • Overseeing a supervisory area within production
  • Making sure resources are available as needed
  • Adhering to deadlines
  • Leading and managing a team of employees and providing guidance and instruction
  • Working to company regulations and standards, technological specifications and Health and Safety requirements
  • Working towards improving processes and implement improvements within the team
  • Engage with the team to provide employee development through performance appraisals, training and guidance

Hours of work and pay rate:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Day shift
  • £44,000 – £46,000 dependent on experience

Successful candidates must have the following:

  • Previous experience in a supervisory role specifically within manufacturing or production
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to problem solve
  • Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations
  • Leadership skills and ability to motivate and manage staff

Please call 01919338441 for an immediate interview.

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Automation Engineer

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Automation Engineer

Major Recruitment are looking for an Automation Engineer to support the Engineering Manager in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our clients engineering department.

This is a permanent position, working 5 days Mon-Fri with Overtime on the Weekend

Offering a salary of £32-35K per annum.

Role Purpose:

  • Design and Build platforms to automate production for the companies engineering department

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and plan electrical systems, including power, communications, and data.
  • Design systems using PLC programs, robotics, and sensor technologies.
  • Maintain systems for installation, integration, and operation.
  • Maintain and upgrade control systems.
  • Use engineering design software to create, modify, and analyze project schematics.
  • Research and develop new technologies.
  • Develop appropriate documentation.
  • Establish equipment specifications and requirements.
  • Perform safety inspections and craft risk assessments.
  • Perform preventative maintenance and repairs.
  • Identify, evaluate, and troubleshoot electrical issues.
  • Implement best practices.
  • Plan, organize, and direct project activities.
  • Conduct research, analyze, and evaluate information.
  • Develop project plans.
  • Coordinate, monitor, and evaluate project deliverables.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements And Skills:

  • 3+ years of experience in electrical, mechanical, or control system design.
  • 5 Years+ CAD Experience
  • Experience with PLC, DCS and SCADA systems.
  • Knowledge of PLC and DCS programming.

Benefits:

Full-time permanent employment with overtime opportunities.

Opportunity to Travel to sites around the world

Career progression and training opportunities,

Access to technical training courses and certification.

Join us and contribute to our dynamic engineering team! Apply now.

At Major Recruitment we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in building a diverse and inclusive team and we encourage applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, and ages. We also value veterans and individuals with different backgrounds and experiences.

How to Apply:

Contact Paul Devine who is leading the search on

TEL: 0191 9338441

Send CV to: pauldevine@major-recruitment.com

Connect and DM on LinkedIn

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Vehicle Damage Assessor

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Join Our Team as a Vehicle Damage Assessor!

What’s on offer?

  • Paying up to £40,000
  • 40 hour work week
  • Flexible start and finish time, core business hours between 8:00 am – 8:00 pm, Mon – Fri.
  • 25 days holiday allowance, plus bank holidays and an additional birthday holiday.
  • Buy or sell up to 5 holidays per year.
  • Additional holidays for long service.
  • On-site parking.
  • Corporate metro scheme.
  • Bike to Work Scheme.
  • Pension Scheme.
  • Wellbeing support such as Virtual GP, bereavement support, and discounted health checks.

About the Role:

Are you passionate about accurately assessing vehicle damage and negotiating repair costs? We’re seeking a Vehicle Damage Assessor to join our team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for evaluating, pricing, and negotiating repairs for vehicles that have been damaged. You’ll also review repair estimates from shops to ensure proper techniques are used and identify any suspicious or fraudulent claims. Adherence to information security policies is a must, along with the flexibility to take on additional tasks as needed by the management team.

Your Profile:

  • Pursuing or already a member of IMI/ATA/VDA or similar accreditation.
  • Proficient in using the Audatex estimating system.
  • Familiarity with techniques and details related to motor vehicle accident repairs.
  • Prior experience in an accident repair center (desirable).
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Efficient organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Eager and open to learning and professional development.

Please contact Ailsa on 01325 468780 for more information ..

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Mechanical Service Engineer

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We are looking for a Workshop based Service Engineer with a good Mechanical Fitting background to work for an established North East company

You will be tasked with performing the following: repair, service and assembly of all types of pipeline products and ancillaries in line with standard operating procedures. You will also be responsible for the maintenance of relevant documentation of all the work carried out, using computerised systems. Workshop activity accounts for 90% of your work and the remaining time will be spent at customers’ locations anywhere in the UK/ overseas.

KEY SKILLS

We are seeking candidates with a craft apprentice training in Mechanical Engineering fitting, qualified to Level 3 (BTEC / ONC) or higher with several experience in a service-oriented hands-on fitting / maintenance environment. Experience of working with pipeline components, pressure equipment, valves or actuators would be a strong advantage and having some machining experience would be desirable.

A valid driver’s licence is essential and you will need to be responsive to after-hours issues when necessary, adopting a flexible approach to work.

You will also need:

  • A strong troubleshooting background, mechanical & computer aptitude, and logical way of thinking to isolate problems.
  • Develops strong trusting relationships to gain support and achieve results.
  • Strong interpersonal and English-speaking communication skills.
  • Be flexible and available to interact with customers as required.
  • Be able to take the initiative, capable of working alone as well as contributing to a strong team-work ethic.

This is an interesting and varied role with good technical development prospects and a generous benefits package that includes a company car, annual bonus, an industry-leading contributory pension plan, generous holiday allowance etc

If you are interested please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment or click the Apply Now button to send your CV

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Mechanical Service Engineer

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We are looking for a Workshop based Service Engineer with a good Mechanical Fitting background to work for an established North East company

You will be tasked with performing the following: repair, service and assembly of all types of pipeline products and ancillaries in line with standard operating procedures. You will also be responsible for the maintenance of relevant documentation of all the work carried out, using computerised systems. Workshop activity accounts for 90% of your work and the remaining time will be spent at customers’ locations anywhere in the UK/ overseas.

KEY SKILLS

We are seeking candidates with a craft apprentice training in Mechanical Engineering fitting, qualified to Level 3 (BTEC / ONC) or higher with several experience in a service-oriented hands-on fitting / maintenance environment. Experience of working with pipeline components, pressure equipment, valves or actuators would be a strong advantage and having some machining experience would be desirable.

A valid driver’s licence is essential and you will need to be responsive to after-hours issues when necessary, adopting a flexible approach to work.

You will also need:

  • A strong troubleshooting background, mechanical & computer aptitude, and logical way of thinking to isolate problems.
  • Develops strong trusting relationships to gain support and achieve results.
  • Strong interpersonal and English-speaking communication skills.
  • Be flexible and available to interact with customers as required.
  • Be able to take the initiative, capable of working alone as well as contributing to a strong team-work ethic.

This is an interesting and varied role with good technical development prospects and a generous benefits package that includes a company car, annual bonus, an industry-leading contributory pension plan, generous holiday allowance etc

If you are interested please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment or click the Apply Now button to send your CV

Duct Cleaner – Gateshead Tyne and Wear

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Major Recruitment are currently recruiting for an Industrial Cleaner/Duct Cleaner to join our client based in

Gateshead, Tyne and Wear (Please only apply if you are able to commute within 45 Mins)

The role is a full-time opportunity, temporary ongoing work with flexibility to learn and gain new skills.

  • Immediate starts
  • Night Shift Work with flexibility to do days when required.
  • Full time hours
  • Depot Based in Gateshead
  • £12-£14 per Hour with Overtime available
  • Meal allowance and travel pay
  • Access to a company vehicle
  • Weekly pay
  • On-site parking

As a Industrial Cleaner you will expect:

  • Access and clean heating and ventilation ducts
  • Working at height and confined spaces
  • Kitchen deep cleans
  • Cleaning industrial vents and air systems
  • Handling cleaning supplies while wearing PPE
  • Working as part of a team
  • Contracts may involve working away from home for days at a time
  • Meal allowance up to £20 when working away.
  • Travel Time paid when working away.

Anyone that has experience with

  • IPAF
  • PASMA
  • Confined space

Would be advantageous but essential.

Requirements for the Role

  • Be looking for a full-time role.
  • Driving Licence is essential with no more than 6 points
  • Experience in a similar role would be desirable but not essential.
  • A team player
  • Can get to and from Gateshead for the Shift times.
  • Ability to work away for days at a time.
  • Happy to receive full training and induction.
  • Eye for details
  • Resilience can embrace challenges.
  • This is a Full time position so not suitable for Students to apply

To apply, please click below

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Electronics Repair Technician

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An Electronics Repair Technician is needed to work in a busy repair workshop.

You will be responsible for ensuring that the repair & return of products are processed and achieved in line with the company policies, procedures and quality system.

Main Responsibilities:
* Ensure all returns and repairs are booked into the department in a timely manner and are stored correctly.
* Fault find and diagnose faults on suspected faulty electronic products (to component level).
* Ensure that returned products are tested, repaired and assembled as per the company quality system.
* Ensure that all company documentation and records are completed as required.
* Follow company policies, procedures, instructions and standards for repairs.
* Liaise with Customers where necessary regarding returned product.
* Report and help the relevant management concerning product quality issues.

The successful candidate will have some experience of electronics repair and be able to follow a circuit diagrams and fault find (to component level) and have good communication skills (both verbal and written). Excellent level of soldering skills is needed as is experience of electronic testing and basic computer skills.

This is an interesting role within an established electronics company. If you would like more information please call Hannah Metcalfe at Major Recruitment on 0191 6620016 or click Apply Now to send your CV

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Quality Coordinator – Food

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A Quality Coordinator is needed by an established company in the Food manufacturing sector

As a Quality Coordinator is you will be involved in maintaining the company’s Quality and Hygiene Management System. Concentrating on compliance with policies and procedures and ensuring products supplied to customers are of a consistently safe and high standard of quality.

Your key responsibilities will include

  • Liaising with certification bodies; organizing site audits; responding to non-conformances and ensuring full compliance certification standards and accreditation systems
  • Working with the QHSE Manager to review and update policies & procedures to continually strengthen & improve quality management systems
  • Completion of customer questionnaires and preparation of technical specifications
  • Manage the company’s internal audit and self-inspection programs
  • Help develop and implement a robust and efficient CAPA Program
  • Maintain up-to-date calibration records & arrange service and repair of laboratory equipment
  • Conduct and document forward and reverse traceability exercises and a product withdrawal
  • Assist in maintaining the company’s HACCP’s plan
  • Deliver short training programs and conduct information and awareness briefings
  • General quality assurance duties; process quality checks, compiling certificates of analysis, archiving samples and conducting laboratory tests
  • Ensure compliance with ISO 14001 certification and statutory environmental legislation and Best Practice Guidance
  • Maintain systems and documentation to ensure full compliance with the BRC Global Standard

The successful candidate will need previous Quality Assurance / QA experience within the Food & Drink sector and ideally have been involved in BRC Audits and compliance. Good organisational and time management skills are essential as are excellent Microsoft Office skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, good planning skills and good attention to detail with a positive, proactive and constructive approach to problem-solving

This is a varied and interesting role with good development opportunities.

If you would like more information please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment on 0191 6620016 or click Apply Now to send your CV