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Optical Assistant

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Optical Assistant/Contact Lens Assistant – £25.5k -Bradford- do you want unlimited progression with plenty of support?

For this position you will need experience working within Optics, please only apply if you have experience or you will be rejected

What you will be doing

  • Dispensing to all levels.
  • Pre screening.
  • Contact Lens Teaching.
  • Helping the Optom and DO in anyway you can.
  • Working with a team of 35 – 40 people
  • Working Tuesday to Saturday 09:00am – 17:30pm

What you will need

  • Past experience working within Optics.
  • Experience working with the general public.
  • Ability to work as part of a team or independently.

Perks of the role

  • A salary starting at £25.5k per annum
  • A team bonus based on customer service reviews totaling £100 per month
  • A personal bonus based on sign ups averaging another £100 per month
  • Team building days including dinners, drinks and in store parties.
  • Rewards apps with thousands of vouchers.
  • Unlimited progression even progressing to owning your own practice.
  • Paid sick days off.
  • 4 weeks holidays.
  • Your Birthday off.

If you would be interested in this great opportunity please send me an email Regan@hsc-recruit.co.uk

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Glass Operative

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Major Recruitment is recruiting Glass Operative for one of the leading UK glass manufacturer experiencing significant growth.

Key Responsibilities

Glass operatives will be tasked with operating manufacturing machinery, performing quality checks on glass products, ensuring the workspace remains organized and safe, and following strict safety procedures while working in a hot environment with Kevlar protective equipment provided.

Essential Criteria

  • All applicants are required to undergo drug screening, and a clear test result must be provided prior to commencing employment. The cost of the drug test will be fully covered by the client.
  • Previous hands-on experience in manufacturing, preferably within the glass industry
  • Willingness to work in warm conditions wearing Kevlar PPE
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
  • Physically capable to meet the demands of manual handling tasks
  • Must show flexibility and commitment to rotating shift schedules

Shift Details & Pay Rates

  • Shifts run Monday to Friday, rotating weekly between 6am-2pm and 2pm-10pm
  • Standard rate: £13.73 per hour
  • Overtime rate: £20.60 per hour

What’s Offered

  • Pathway to a permanent role after 12 successful weeks
  • Free onsite parking for all staff
  • 28 days paid holiday annually

This opportunity is perfect for those with solid manufacturing backgrounds, especially in glass, looking for stable, long-term employment.

If you believe you are a suitable candidate for this position, please submit your CV along with a brief cover letter.

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Sales Manager

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Major Recruitment has an exciting opportunity for a Sales Manager with proven experience in office supplies / consumables. If you know the ins and outs of this sector and love building relationships that drive real results, we want to hear from you!

About the Role:
As Sales Manager, you’ll lead the charge in increasing revenue, margins, and departmental profitability. You’ll use your expert knowledge of office supplies or consumables to shape sales strategies, analyse market data, and keep us ahead of the competition. Your focus will be on nurturing vendor relationships, winning new business, and expanding our market share especially with direct vendors.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Developing and executing sales strategies specifically for the office supplies and consumables market
  • Using your industry experience to identify growth opportunities, monitor trends, and provide market insights
  • Building and maintaining long-term client relationships, acting as the main point of contact for all key accounts
  • Leading face-to-face meetings to understand customer needs, ensure satisfaction, and spot new business opportunities
  • Driving daily sales operations and ensuring targets are achieved through tailored solutions
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams for seamless service delivery and customer satisfaction

What We’re Looking For:

  • Essential: Previous experience in office supplies, consumables, or similar sales roles
  • Proven ability to meet/exceed targets
  • Fantastic communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills
  • Strong understanding of the office supplies/consumables market, current trends, and customer needs
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and act quickly to develop new strategies
  • Results-driven, proactive, and eager to grow both new and existing business

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive salary and rewards for strong performance
  • Opportunity to make a real impact and be recognised for your expertise
  • Support from a collaborative and forward-thinking team
  • The chance to work in a dynamic, established wholesale environment

If you’re ready to take your office supplies or consumables sales expertise to the next level, this is your chance to join a company that values your background and drive for results. Apply today!

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IT Business Development Manager

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We are seeking an experienced and driven IT Business Development Manager to join a leading wholesale distributor.

This role focuses on identifying, developing, and managing strategic opportunities within the IT reseller and VAR channels to drive growth and market expansion.

You will be responsible for nurturing vendor relationships, identifying new markets, and delivering solutions that enhance customer engagement and increase revenue.

Key Responsibilities:

Market Research & Analysis

  • Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities, trends, and potential clients.
  • Analyse market data to shape strategies addressing competitive pressures and evolving customer needs.
  • Stay informed about emerging technologies and industry developments.

Business Strategy Development

  • Work with senior management to design and implement business development strategies that support overall company goals.
  • Introduce new products and services, including the “Ergo” offering.
  • Develop opportunities within existing brands, such as hardware and fulfilment programmes.

Lead Generation & Pipeline Management

  • Generate leads through networking, cold calling, and attending industry events.
  • Manage the sales pipeline and maintain accurate forecasts.
  • Build relationships with key decision-makers in target businesses.

Relationship Management

  • Establish and maintain strong customer and vendor relationships.
  • Understand client needs and provide tailored solutions.
  • Act as the key contact between customers and internal teams to ensure effective communication and forecasting.

Sales & Negotiation

  • Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to contract negotiation and closing.
  • Achieve revenue targets and performance KPIs.
  • Negotiate commercial terms that deliver mutual value for both the business and its customers.

Collaboration & Teamwork

  • Partner with marketing, inventory, and back-office teams to align business strategies and improve the customer experience.
  • Provide market feedback and insight to support product development and service enhancements.

Reporting & Performance Tracking

  • Prepare and present regular performance reports, including pipeline updates and revenue projections.
  • Analyse data to assess effectiveness and make informed strategic adjustments.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Proven experience in business development or sales within the IT reseller or distribution sector.
  • Demonstrable history of achieving or exceeding sales and growth targets.
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities.
  • Strategic thinker with excellent networking and relationship-building skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems.

Key Competencies:

  • Results-driven and goal-oriented.
  • Self-motivated with strong accountability.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
  • Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
  • Collaborative team player with a proactive attitude.

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Quality Control Technician

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Are you passionate about quality and keen to play a key role in ensuring products meet the highest standards? We’re looking for a motivated Quality Control Technician to join a leading pet food manufacturer based in the Halifax area.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive and fast-paced production environment where quality, safety, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Carrying out quality assurance checks and controls across all stages of production to ensure compliance with set standards and procedures.
  • Working closely with planning and QA teams to optimise workflows, communication, and data accuracy.
  • Monitoring test results and maintaining detailed quality records and spreadsheets.
  • Investigating non-conformances and ensuring corrective actions are implemented promptly.
  • Supporting continuous improvement and process development initiatives.
  • Ensuring compliance with quality systems, HACCP principles, health and safety, and company standards.

What we’re looking for:

  • Good communication skills and a solid understanding of English (spoken and written).
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in recording data.
  • Practical, hands-on approach and the ability to follow set procedures.
  • Awareness of health and safety requirements in a manufacturing environment.
  • Team player with a flexible attitude and willingness to learn.
  • Previous experience in a QA/QC or food production role would be an advantage but not essential.

Hours and Schedule:

  • Permanent full-time position.
  • Rotating shift pattern: 4 on 4 off, alternating between days (6am-6pm) and nights (6pm-6am).
  • Minimum of 48 hours per week.

What’s in it for you:

  • Extensive training and development opportunities to support career growth.
  • Clear progression pathway within the business.
  • Free onsite parking.
  • Private pension scheme.
  • Be part of a business that takes pride in quality, innovation, and teamwork.

Interested? Apply today and take your next step in quality within a highly supportive and growing business.

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Supported Housing Team Leader

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Supported Housing Team Leader
£33,000

Permanent

37 hrs pw
Heckmondwike

Hamilton Woods Associates are currently working on behalf of a not-for-profit organisation, who are recruiting for a Supported Housing Team Leader to work within their hostel-based services for young people aged 16- 25 years.

The role will require shift working either 8:30am- 4pm or 2pm-10pm across Monday – Friday. Some weekend working will be required.

The successful postholder will be responsible for the supervision of a team of 5, comprised of Support Co-ordinators and Night Support Workers.

Responsibilities of the Supported Housing Team Leader:

  • Delivering a high-quality support service to young people aged 16-25 years living within a hostel based setting
  • Managing a small caseload of clients
  • Supervising a team of 5 staff members
  • Ensuring staff rotas are updated and covered in times of absence
  • Maintaining and monitoring policies and procedures within the team
  • Supporting colleagues within the team through training and coaching
  • Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with external working partners

Essential Criteria of the Supported Housing Team Leader:

  • Experience in supported housing or accommodation-based services.
  • Experience working within a supervisory / team leader capacity within a similar environment
  • Ability to work flexibly across sites, including evenings and weekends.

Benefits of the Supported Housing Team Leader:

  • 26 days annual leave (rising to 31 after 5 years service)
  • Group pension scheme, matched up to 9%
  • BUPA Health Cash Plan
  • Opportunity to buy and sell back annual leave
  • Cycle to work scheme

To be considered for this exciting role, please contact Bethan Hall (Associate Director) at Hamilton Woods on 01509 276158 or apply online with a covering note of your experience and suitability referencing the job ID number. Due to the exceptionally high level of applications if you have not heard back from HWA within 7 – 10 days, please deem your application unsuccessful.

7.5T Driver

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7.5T Driver – Leeds (Ongoing Temp, Potential Perm)
Leeds | £14.95 per hour (PAYE)

We’re looking for an experienced 7.5T Driver to join a busy distribution team in Leeds. This is an ongoing agency role with the possibility of going permanent for the right candidate.

The Job:

  • Start times between 05:30 – 08:00

  • Monday to Friday – no weekends

  • 10-20 deliveries per day of frozen pet food

  • Unloading at delivery points

  • Use of handheld POD device

Requirements:

  • Valid 7.5T (C1) licence

  • CPC & Digi Tacho card

  • Previous multi-drop experience required

  • Reliable, customer-focused attitude

Pay & Benefits:

  • £13.21 per hour (PAYE)

  • Weekly pay via the agency

  • Consistent Monday to Friday work

  • Temp role with potential to go permanent

Apply online today or contact our team for more details!

Payroll Assistant

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Payroll Assistant
£27,000 – £29,000
Huddersfield
Permanent

Hamilton Woods are working with a West Yorkshire based client seeking a Payroll Assistant to join the team. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills, and be confident of working in a fast paced environment.

Whether you’re already working in payroll or eager to take your first step into the profession, this role offers a fantastic development pathway. Covering the cost of your CIPP qualification and provide full support throughout.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with the processing of high-volume weekly payrolls
  • Process timesheets, holiday requests, and holiday pay
  • Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure compliance with HMRC legislation
  • Process payroll deductions in line with regulations
  • Use payroll systems such as Profile, Tempaid, Access, and P&B as per procedures
  • Handle payroll-related queries via phone and email
  • Ensure GDPR compliance and maintain strict confidentiality
  • Process payroll invoices and send them to clients
  • Support other Head Office operations as required

Requirements:

  • Strong customer service skills
  • Ability to prioritise workload and meet tight deadlines
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
  • Basic understanding of HMRC legislation
  • Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with payroll software
  • High attention to detail and accuracy

If you would like to apply for this role, please get in contact with your CV attached to mitch@hamilton-woods.com

Pivot Steer Operator

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The Role

You’ll be responsible for:

  • Operating a Pivot Steer (Bendi/Flexi) forklift safely and efficiently.

  • Loading and unloading vehicles.

  • Stacking and relocating stock within the warehouse.

  • Working closely with the warehouse and transport teams to maintain high service standards.

  • Following all health and safety policies and site procedures.

About You

  • Valid Pivot Steer (Bendi/Flexi) forklift licence (accredited).

  • Previous experience in a fast-paced warehouse or logistics environment.

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

  • Team player with a positive attitude and good communication skills.

Toolroom Technician

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Toolroom Technician
Location: Huddersfield
Hours: Rotating Shifts (6 AM – 2 PM / 2 PM – 10 PM, Monday to Friday)
Salary: £40K per annum

Join the Team as a Toolroom Technician!
Are you a skilled technician with a passion for precision and problem-solving? Major Recruitment’s Technical Division is excited to partner with a forward-thinking manufacturing client in Huddersfield. We’re looking for a

Toolroom Technician to keep production running smoothly, tackle challenges head-on, and contribute to the company’s ongoing success.
If you’re ready to make your mark in a collaborative and innovation-driven environment, this role is for you!

Your Role at a Glance:

As a Toolroom Technician, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring tools and equipment are maintained to perfection. You’ll support production teams to deliver high-quality products efficiently and safely, while also driving improvements that help the business thrive.

What You’ll Do:

  • Maintain and service tools and production equipment to ensure peak performance.
  • Identify and resolve tooling issues in collaboration with your team.
  • Contribute to improvement initiatives that boost efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Promote a safe working environment and good manufacturing practices.
  • Enhance change-over processes by working closely with production teams.

What You’ll Need:
Essential Skills:

  • Knowledge of safety and quality standards.
  • Expertise in maintaining tooling and production equipment.
  • Hands-on experience with lathes, milling machines, surface grinders, and workshop tools.
  • Familiarity with CNC milling and turning, especially XYZ machines.
  • Experience with power press and metal forming equipment.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable Skills:

  • Experience in maintaining press tools, rolling tools, and forming tools.
  • Willingness to participate in health and safety initiatives.

Qualifications:

  • Preferred but not essential –
  • NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
  • Abrasive wheel training.

Why Join Us?

  • Challenge Yourself: Work on diverse equipment in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
  • Make an Impact: Be a key player in improving processes and driving success.
  • Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive team that values your skills and ideas.
  • Growth Opportunities: Take part in improvement activities that hone your expertise.

Ready to Take the Next Step?
Don’t wait-apply online today! If you’re passionate about precision and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. HMIND