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Mobile Plant Operator

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Mobile Plant Operator at Transfer Station

Responsibilities:

Material Management:

  • Separate and process recycling materials (cardboard, wood, paper).
  • Load vehicles to maximize permitted weights.
  • Support HRRC operations by compacting and packing materials.

Equipment and Machinery Operation:

Operate vehicles and plant machinery, including:

  • Wheeled loading shovel long reach
  • Wheeled elevated cab 360
  • Roll on roll off lorry 6 Wheeled

Health and Safety:

  • Ensure compliance with health and safety policies.
  • Report incidents immediately.

Experience:

Up to two years’ experience driving the specified mobile plant.

Skills and Attributes:

  • Proficiency in using various machinery and vehicles.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong commitment to health and safety standards.
  • Physical fitness to handle the demands of the job.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday: 6:00 am to 3:00 pm – 12:30 pm to 10:00 pm

Major Recruitment is acting as recruitment business in relation to this role.

If you would like further information, please call the office on 0113 2762000

INDDC

Mig Welder

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Mig Welder needed to join a well-established client based in Morley due to continued growth.

Experienced Mig welder required in stainless-steel purge, welding and manipulation of complex fabrications including ancillary items such as pipework, brackets and supports.

  • Be competent working with engineering drawings.
  • Problem solving
  • Working to deadlines

All products and systems are designed to customer requirements and require excellent attention to detail.

In return our client will offer competitive rates of pay (overtime available) with development opportunities.

Working Monday to Friday – 7am – 4.00pm

£14.00ph for the first 12 weeks.

Major recruitment are acting as a recruitment agency in relations to this role.

INDDC

Electrical Bias Maintenance Engineer (Food production)

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Are you an experienced Electrical Bias Maintenance Engineer seeking a new opportunity? Look no further!

Major Recruitment are currently recruiting for a dynamic individual to join our engineering team in Leeds. Established in 1827, our client boasts a remarkable history in the food industry, combining tradition with a commitment to cutting-edge practices. As a family-run business, they have cultivated a supportive and collaborative work culture, making this an ideal opportunity for those who value both innovation and heritage.

As a key member, you will play a crucial role in Planned Maintenance, Breakdowns, and Size Changes for our production equipment.

What’s in it for you?

  • Work for a successful family run business of 190 years
  • Rotating Shifts Monday to Friday, 6am – 2pm / 2pm – 10pm
  • Salary: £42,753.81 per annum

– Basic: £40,700 per annum

– Rotating Shift Allowance: 5% (£2,053.81)

  • Permanent position
  • Immediate starts available for the right person
  • Growth and development opportunities

Key Responsibilities:

  • General maintenance for all production-related equipment.
  • Timely completion of Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) tasks.
  • Oversight and execution of size changes within specified time frames.
  • Actioning maintenance for optimal equipment functionality.
  • Management of contractors for maintenance and repairs.
  • Compliance with health and safety policies and quality standards.
  • Execution of statutory and regulatory checks for production equipment.
  • Frontline engineering support to manufacturing operations.
  • Inventory management through stores requisitions.
  • Continuous monitoring of plant conditions and reporting defects.
  • Maintenance of detailed logs using appropriate company systems.
  • Professional representation of the company at all times.
  • Prioritisation of health, safety, and welfare.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Electrical bias with multi-skilled engineering experience.
  • Proven expertise in maintenance and repair of production equipment.
  • Familiarity with health and safety policies, quality standards, and regulatory checks.
  • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a rotating shift environment.

If you are interested in this position, please apply by uploading an up to date CV showcasing your experience.

INDMG

Mechanical Bias Engineer (Food manufacturing)

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Major Recruitment is currently recruiting for a Mechanical Bias Engineer join our clients engineering team in Leeds. Established in 1827, our client boasts a remarkable history in the food industry, combining tradition with a commitment to cutting-edge practices. As a family-run business, they have cultivated a supportive and collaborative work culture, making this an ideal opportunity for those who value both innovation and heritage.

The role included responsibility for overseeing Planned Maintenance, Breakdowns, and Size changes for production equipment, while providing guidance and supervision.

What’s in it for you?

  • Holiday purchase scheme
  • Permanent position
  • Great working hours – Monday – Friday (6am – 2pm)
  • Rate of pay: £40,717.92 pa to start.
  • Canteen Facilities
  • Car allowance.
  • Christmas raffle
  • Comprehensive PPE provided.
  • Training for career progression
  • Free parking

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct general maintenance for all production-related equipment.
  • Ensure timely completion of all Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks as part of KPI targets.
  • Coordinate and expedite Size change requests within acceptable timeframes.
  • Address maintenance needs associated with equipment provision.
  • Manage contractors engaged in equipment maintenance and repairs when necessary.
  • Ensure adherence to company health and safety policies, particularly concerning contractor management.
  • Ensure compliance with the Company Quality Policy and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in contractor management.
  • Perform statutory and regulatory checks per service agreements and schedules for all production equipment.
  • Provide frontline engineering support to manufacturing operations while following Company protocols on Health and Safety, Quality, and Engineering Procedures.
  • Complete stores requisitions for necessary parts and services.
  • Continuously monitor plant conditions and report any defects.
  • Maintain a detailed work log for all plant-related activities using appropriate Company systems.
  • Uphold a professional image of the Company both internally and externally.
  • Prioritise the health, safety, and welfare of oneself and others at all times.
  • Actively engage in skill and knowledge development through self-improvement activities and/or Company-organised training.
  • Respond to ad hoc requests and participate in specific projects as directed by line management.

If you are interested in this position, please apply by uploading an up-to-date CV showcasing your experience.

INDMG

Senior Culinary Innovator (Food Manufacturing)

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Major Recruitment is seeking an experienced Senior Culinary Innovator to join our client’s esteemed team in Bradford. Established in 1827, our client boasts a remarkable history in the food industry, seamlessly blending tradition with cutting-edge practices. As a family-run business, they have cultivated a supportive and collaborative work culture, making this an ideal opportunity for those who value both innovation and heritage.

As a Senior Culinary Innovator, you will lead the design and development of complex food products, ensuring scalability, performance, and quality of product formulations while mentoring junior team members and acting as a key technical resource.

What’s in it for you?

  • Holiday purchase scheme
  • Permanent position
  • Monday – Friday day shift, no weekends
  • £29,000
  • Canteen Facilities
  • Christmas raffle
  • Comprehensive PPE provided.
  • Training for career progression
  • Free parking

Key Accountabilities:

  • Lead the Design and Development of Complex Food Products: Ensure scalability, performance, and quality of product formulations while designing and implementing innovative food products and processes.
  • Mentor Junior Innovators: Facilitate their growth and act as a key technical and innovative resource within the team. Participate in the recruitment process for new innovators.
  • Oversee the Quality of Product Formulations: Enforce best practices and collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements. Conduct thorough reviews of formulations and suggest improvements.
  • Provide Technical Guidance and Support: Offer support to team members, participate in the recruitment process, and provide leadership for projects, ensuring success rates in timelines and budget adherence.

Performance Measures:

  • Project Leadership Success Rate: Percentage of projects led that meet timelines and budget.
  • Mentorship Effectiveness: Number of junior innovators mentored and their subsequent performance improvements.
  • Innovation Implementation Rate: Percentage of new ideas successfully implemented in product development.
  • Quality Improvement: Reduction in the number of quality challenges or recalls in developed products.
  • Stakeholder Satisfaction: Satisfaction ratings from cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

  • Strong Leadership and Mentoring Skills: Ability to guide and develop team members effectively.
  • Deep Technical Knowledge in Food Science and Product Development: Expertise in food chemistry, microbiology, and nutrition.
  • Innovative Thinking: Ability to drive new product ideas and project management skills.
  • Excellent Collaboration and Communication Abilities: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Key Competencies and Behaviours

Advanced Food Science: Deep understanding of food science principles, including food chemistry, microbiology, and nutrition. Extensive knowledge of food safety standards and regulatory requirements. Enthusiastic about learning and exploring new ideas.

Product Formulation Expertise: Proficiency in developing and refining complex food product formulations. Ability to balance flavors, textures, and nutritional content in product development.

Problem Solving: Strong analytical abilities to troubleshoot and resolve issues in product development. Capability to analyze data and draw meaningful conclusions to inform product improvements.

Project Management: Advanced skills in planning, managing, and executing projects from concept to completion. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and ensure timely delivery.

Quality Assurance: In-depth knowledge of quality control processes and the ability to implement them effectively. Ensure all products meet high safety and quality standards.

Market Research and Consumer Insights: Ability to conduct and interpret market research to guide product development. Understanding of consumer trends and the competitive landscape.

Innovation and Creativity: Strong aptitude for generating innovative ideas and solutions. Willingness to explore new approaches and experiment with novel ingredients and techniques.

Leadership and Mentorship: Experience in leading teams and mentoring junior team members. Ability to inspire and guide others towards achieving project goals.

Collaboration and Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate ideas and findings.

Application Process

If you are interested in this position, please apply by uploading an up-to-date CV showcasing your experience.

INDMG

Maintenance Engineer

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MAINTENANCE ENGINEER / MULTI-SKILLED ENGINEER – FOOD

LEEDS

£42.75k

SHIFT PATTERN:

Monday to Friday Rotating Shifts

Days 06:00 – 14:00

Afters 14:00 – 22:00

Major Talent are looking to recruit a Maintenance Engineer to join a well established food manufacturer that has built its reputation over the last 150 years.

As part of their long-term commitment to minimising downtime, they are looking to add to the maintenance team to assist with maintaining all machinery/equipment on site. This role would suit someone who is electrically biased, but also has strong mechanical capabilities.

THE ROLE:

As a Maintenance Engineer you will be required to:

  • Troubleshoot and correct any breakdown issues in a timely and efficient manner
  • Repair equipment and machinery
  • Plan and Manage PPM Schedules
  • Upgrade, service and install new and existing equipment
  • Ensure all Health & Safety policies are adhered to
  • Identify areas of improvement and cost reduction
  • Carry out shift handovers

THE CANDIDATE:

The ideal Maintenance Engineer:

  • Worked in a Food manufacturing environment (essential)
  • City & Guilds 17th or 18th Edition or relevant HNC
  • Excellent problem-solving ability
  • Multi-skilled capability – need to be able to signoff Electrical work
  • Ability to effectively communicate and engage with people across all levels

BENEFITS:

  • £42.75k (including shift allowance)
  • Contributory Pension
  • To be a part of a long established business with an excellent reputation
  • 25 Days Annual Leave + Statutory Holidays
  • Holiday purchase scheme

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered for this role, please click on the link provided. If you would like any further information about this vacancy before applying, please feel free to contact Taher Rahman. We appreciate your CV may not be up to date. No problem, just send me what you have.

INDTR

Property Services Manager

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Property Services Manager

Bradford

35 hours per week working.

Flexible Monday to Friday 9am to 6:30pm

Salary IRO £27K PA (negotiable)

Are you fed up with your job and feeling stuck.

Thinking you’re ready for a fresh start and a new challenge to get stuck into?

If you are fantastic organiser, are not phased by risk assessments, audits and all things health & safety, this is a great new role and could be a perfect challenge you can make your mark on.

Have you worked with housing properties or multiple sites?

Management of the sites and documenting everything is critical, and everything must be followed up and completed.

The Property Services Manager will oversee the intensive housing management functions being delivered through our client, which is a charity covering the Bradford area helping people in need of accommodation services.

You will be working from the office in Bradford and also be regularly out and about at various properties.

Visiting properties initiating improvements

Liaising with landlords about new properties

Coordinating and documenting condition surveys / checks

Ensuring maintenance spreadsheets are up to date and audited.

Health & Safety

Risk Assessments

Fire Safety

Safeguarding

Day to day administration of all property and services across the charity

This role is varied and new, so will be evolving as you grow and bring on new ideas.

Annual Leave: 20 working days plus 5 days after successful completion of probationary period plus 8 public holidays

Apply online or call me for more info. No CV: no worries I can help just get in touch.

HMIND

Transport Administrator

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Major Logistics are recruiting for a Transport Administrator to work for a well established company, based in Halifax.

PAYE Pay Rate:

£13.00 per hour

Duties:

  • Completing all daily tasks for compliance purposes.
  • Inputting daily run sheets onto spreadsheets and web-based programs.
  • Filing transport-related documentation.
  • Completing daily and weekly reports/communications as required.
  • Briefing drivers at the end of every shift, communicating planned requirements, and providing information on performance, company news, and procedures.
  • Updating AVA with safety conversations, hazards, near miss, and accident information.
  • Ensuring drivers comply with Health and Safety regulations.
  • Ensuring the department complies with the Road Traffic Act.
  • Escalating all incidents/accidents accordingly.
  • Ensuring effective and timely reporting of all vehicle defects, including accidents/incidents, and liaising with external 3rd party breakdown/recovery agents.
  • Monitoring all vehicle/trip progress and replanning deliveries and collections as required. Providing effective and timely communication with the planning team.

Hours:

  • Full-time role
  • Role based around 40 hours per week
  • Standard hours may vary but usually 0900-1700
  • Monday to Friday

Requirements:

  • Previous transport experience is essential
  • Previous experience dealing with compliance within a transport environment
  • Experience using Microsoft Office applications.
  • Ability to work under pressure.

Apply Online Now!

MOT Technician

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MOT Technician

Bradford

£35-40K PA

Major Recruitment’s Technical Division are currently assisting their client who are a family run garage, established for almost 40 years.

The garage offer both car sales and servicing departments and aim to offer customers an unbeaten service.

They are looking to recruit a skilled Vehicle Technician who will be involved MOT Testing and Certification.

Roles & Responsibilities

Inspecting vehicle engine and mechanical/electrical components

Carrying out servicing, repairs and maintenance

Diagnose issues accurately, using various diagnostic equipment

Maintaining site equipment and making sure tools are in good condition

Following checklists to ensure all procedures are completed

Road testing vehicles

Qualifications

A certificate in Light Vehicle Maintenance Level 3 and solid work experience in the automotive industry

MOT Testing Certificate

The ability to work in a competent and efficient manner on your own or part of a busy team

Ability to adapt to new technology

The ability to carry out work to high standards to deadlines

Strong communication skills

The ability to accurately follow written and spoken instructions

A full driving license

Please apply via the online instructions and contact Helen for more information. HMIND

Class 2 Driver

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Major Logistics are currently recruiting for Class 2 drivers to work across a number of different clients in the Bradford, Leeds, Wakefield and Rotherham areas.

Pay Rate for the Class 2 Driver:

£13.50 – £14:00 per hour

Duties of the Class 2 Driver:

Driving HGV Class 2 vehicles

Usually between 10-20 drops, depending on the client and the area you are delivering to

Handball may be required

Hours of the Class 2 Drivers:

Shifts available during Monday to Friday.

Start times will vary but usually between 05:00-09:00.

Requirements:

Must have current HGV Class 2 (C) Licence

Valid CPC and Digi Card