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🔧 Maintenance Engineer (Permanent) 📍 Swindon 💰 £45,000 – £55,000 🕒 Monday–Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm (On-site) A growing, highly regulated manufacturing business is looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join their team. This is a great opportunity for a multi-skilled engineer who enjoys a hands-on role with real autonomy and involvement in continuous improvement. 🔧 The Role Manage and improve PPM schedules and maintenance strategy Fault find, repair, and minimise downtime across site equipment Support PLC installation, commissioning, and upgrades Work with industrial robotics and automated systems Analyse performance using MTBF & MTTR Contribute to projects, site upgrades, and continuous improvement ✅ Essential 18th Edition & IOSH Strong PPM and maintenance planning experience PLC installation/commissioning Industrial robotics experience Background in a regulated environment 🌟 What’s on Offer ✅ £45,000 – £55,000 salary ✅ No shifts – Monday to Friday days role ✅ High level of autonomy ✅ Exposure to advanced automation ✅ Long-term progression

Reed Engineering & Manufacturing are working with a leading Engineering & Manufacturing company. About the Role We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Chemical Analyst/Metallurgical Analyst to join our team supporting the superalloys manufacturing department. This role is critical to ensuring our products and raw materials meet stringent customer requirements and comply with external accreditation standards such as UKAS and NADCAP. You will operate a range of analytical equipment within our department, working on a shift basis to deliver accurate and timely results that support production and quality assurance. Key Responsibilities Prepare a wide variety of samples for multiple analytical techniques Perform chemical and material analysis on super alloys in line with quality and safety procedures Operate and maintain analytical equipment, ensuring calibration prior to use Conduct testing in accordance with relevant procedures and specifications Evaluate results against standards and report any discrepancies Validate and certify test data within company systems Participate in internal and external quality audits Support order entry, administration, and respond to customer queries Deliver results within agreed turnaround times Work safely and contribute to continuous improvement (CI) initiatives Support equipment standardisation and ongoing department improvements Develop skills through training and professional development About You Minimum Requirements 5 GCSEs (including Maths, English, and Science – Grade C/4 or above) would be advantageous A qualification in either Materials, Metallurgy, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related discipline (e.g. BTEC, ONC, HNC) OR equivalent industrial experience in a similar environment Strong IT and computer literacy Experience (Desirable) Hands-on experience with: Optical Emission Spectroscopy (OES) X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) LECO Carbon, Sulphur, Oxygen & Nitrogen analysis Atomic Absorption (residual analysis) Experience working in a UKAS and/or NADCAP accredited environment Exposure to continuous improvement (CI) activities The role also includes a bonus of up to £6,500 on top of the salary OTE £50,347

Reed Engineering & Manufacturing are working with a leading Engineering & Manufacturing company. About the Role We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Chemical Analyst/Metallurgical Analyst to join our team supporting the superalloys manufacturing department. This role is critical to ensuring our products and raw materials meet stringent customer requirements and comply with external accreditation standards such as UKAS and NADCAP. You will operate a range of analytical equipment within our department, working on a shift basis to deliver accurate and timely results that support production and quality assurance. Key Responsibilities Prepare a wide variety of samples for multiple analytical techniques Perform chemical and material analysis on super alloys in line with quality and safety procedures Operate and maintain analytical equipment, ensuring calibration prior to use Conduct testing in accordance with relevant procedures and specifications Evaluate results against standards and report any discrepancies Validate and certify test data within company systems Participate in internal and external quality audits Support order entry, administration, and respond to customer queries Deliver results within agreed turnaround times Work safely and contribute to continuous improvement (CI) initiatives Support equipment standardisation and ongoing department improvements Develop skills through training and professional development About You Minimum Requirements 5 GCSEs (including Maths, English, and Science – Grade C/4 or above) would be advantageous A qualification in either Materials, Metallurgy, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related discipline (e.g. BTEC, ONC, HNC) OR equivalent industrial experience in a similar environment Strong IT and computer literacy Experience (Desirable) Hands-on experience with: Optical Emission Spectroscopy (OES) X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) LECO Carbon, Sulphur, Oxygen & Nitrogen analysis Atomic Absorption (residual analysis) Experience working in a UKAS and/or NADCAP accredited environment Exposure to continuous improvement (CI) activities The role also includes a bonus of up to £6,500 on top of the salary OTE £50,347

A leading engineering & manufacturing company is seeking a Project Manager to take ownership of a portfolio of strategic initiatives during a period of sustained investment and operational evolution. This position offers a high level of autonomy and influence, with regular engagement at executive level and the opportunity to contribute to long-term business direction. 🔧 Key Accountabilities Lead the development and implementation of our portfolio governance and delivery frameworks Coordinate multiple project streams, ensuring alignment with wider business objectives Identify and mitigate risks, managing cross-project impacts and dependencies Monitor performance against key milestones and drive corrective actions where required Promote a strong culture of safety, compliance, and operational best practice Support clear definition of project objectives, scope, and success measures Engage stakeholders across the organisation, providing clear and structured updates Facilitate the transition of completed initiatives into operational teams Candidate Profile Demonstrated experience delivering complex programmes in a structured environment Strong leadership capability with the ability to influence across multiple functions Experience managing high-value or technically complex initiatives Familiarity with recognised project or programme management approaches Understanding of regulated or safety-critical environments Working on high value projects within the company Strong planning, coordination, and communication skills Formation experience within a manufacturing/heavy engineering would be advantageous Experience with project planning tools and structured reporting Recognised Project qualification Recognised H&S qualification Experience of working within a manufacturing/heavy engineering sector would be highly advantageous What’s Available Competitive remuneration and bonus potential Comprehensive benefits package Opportunity for progression into senior leadership Involvement in high-impact, strategically important initiatives Collaborative, multi-disciplinary working environment

A leading engineering & manufacturing company is seeking a Project Manager to take ownership of a portfolio of strategic initiatives during a period of sustained investment and operational evolution. This position offers a high level of autonomy and influence, with regular engagement at executive level and the opportunity to contribute to long-term business direction. 🔧 Key Accountabilities Lead the development and implementation of our portfolio governance and delivery frameworks Coordinate multiple project streams, ensuring alignment with wider business objectives Identify and mitigate risks, managing cross-project impacts and dependencies Monitor performance against key milestones and drive corrective actions where required Promote a strong culture of safety, compliance, and operational best practice Support clear definition of project objectives, scope, and success measures Engage stakeholders across the organisation, providing clear and structured updates Facilitate the transition of completed initiatives into operational teams Candidate Profile Demonstrated experience delivering complex programmes in a structured environment Strong leadership capability with the ability to influence across multiple functions Experience managing high-value or technically complex initiatives Familiarity with recognised project or programme management approaches Understanding of regulated or safety-critical environments Working on high value projects within the company Strong planning, coordination, and communication skills Formation experience within a manufacturing/heavy engineering would be advantageous Experience with project planning tools and structured reporting Recognised Project qualification Recognised H&S qualification Experience of working within a manufacturing/heavy engineering sector would be highly advantageous What’s Available Competitive remuneration and bonus potential Comprehensive benefits package Opportunity for progression into senior leadership Involvement in high-impact, strategically important initiatives Collaborative, multi-disciplinary working environment

Production Engineer Manager Salary: Up to £50k Location: Lymington Role Purpose To support engineering and manufacturing functions by programming, setting, and proving new products across a range of machining centres and lathes. The role focuses on developing efficient production methods, improving processes, and maintaining high-quality standards. Key Responsibilities Develop engineering solutions using both online and offline CNC programming from customer drawings and models Set and prove CNC programs on 3, 4, and 5-axis machining centres to production standards Create detailed manufacturing process plans and routings and upload them into the ERP system Produce clear shop-floor documentation, including tooling, fixtures, gauges, and setup instructions Review and optimise existing CNC programs and manufacturing methods to drive continuous improvement Identify and implement best practices to enhance production capacity, quality, and reliability Investigate production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions Collaborate closely with Engineering, Production, and Shop Floor teams Support the Quality and Inspection teams as required Manage workload priorities within the Engineering function under direction from the NPI Engineering Manager Produce 2D drawings and 3D models to support manufacturing processes Review and create technical documentation, specifications, and customer-related documents Design and develop fixtures in collaboration with shop floor engineers Maintain accurate engineering records, including tooling, drawings, bill of materials, and calculations Understand and document the effects of treatments and coatings on materials Support training and development of team members where required Person Specification Knowledge & Experience Essential: Minimum 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing engineering environment Proven ability to create CNC programs, models, and drawings using a CAM system Experience working with a wide range of materials to tight tolerances Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Strong focus on quality, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction Desirable: CAD/CAM training (e.g. Mastercam) Experience using ERP systems Knowledge of ISO/ASME geometric tolerancing standards Qualifications Essential: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Desirable: Apprenticeship-trained Eligible for Security Clearance (SC) Technical Skills Essential: Ability to programme, set, and operate 3, 4, and 5-axis mill/turn machines Desirable: Experience with Mazak, Fanuc, and Heidenhain controls Strong knowledge of engineering processes, materials, and treatments Additional Information Ability to work with minimal supervision Flexible approach to duties as required by business needs

Job Summary We are seeking an installation Engineer. The successful candidate will mainly work on installing our machinery into customers sites, completing site surveys and assisting within our test facility. The role will involve travel in the UK and Ireland. Place of work: Field based out of Leighton Buzzard Reports to Applications Team Manager Salary Range Base: £40,000 - £45,000 Responsibilities: Complete on-site machine installations. Complete accurate site surveys prior to installations. Demonstrate machine function and capabilities for Customers. Maintain clear, accurate and timely records of all work undertaken. Provide support for the technical team. Comply with industry/company Health & Safety and Environmental requirements. Build strong working relationships with colleagues. Be Presentable, punctual and professional with customer Requirements: At least 1 year of experience in working in the food industry. At least 1 year of experience in completing installations. Formal technical qualification/apprenticeship. Demonstrate an understanding of Health & Safety. We are looking for someone with experience of working in a team completing installations. Mechanical and electrical knowledge. Energetic and able to think on their feet, with problem solving skills. Self-motivated and confident, able to work alone as well as part of a team. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with cross-functional teams. Demonstrate an eagerness to learn and develop.

Electrical Installation Lecturer Salary: £37,140 - £43,977 Hours: Part-time or Full-time Contract Type: Permanent We have an exciting opportunity for a Electrical Installation Lecturer to join a team of experienced professionals within a leading Further Education provider. Electrical Installation has been identified as a key strategic priority, and we are committed to supporting growth and investment in this area. You will plan delivery, schemes of work, lesson plans and individual learning plans support learner programmes and undertake ongoing high-quality formative and summative assessment of learners’ work, both in class and through regular out of class activity to monitor progress. What We’re Looking For Experience in teaching in a similar subject area Recognised teaching qualification (minimum level 3) NVQ Level 3 qualification in Electrical Installation "All candidates who register with Reed Further Education will have 2 years’ referencing taken up and will be required to have a DBS check completed. All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks. Reed Further Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment by completing mandatory training within 6 weeks of your first assignment and annually thereafter." Benefits of working for Reed Further Education/our client: Exclusive representation to leading FE colleges, prisons, and training providers in the area A specialist further education consultant who will search for jobs on your behalf A Health Cash Plan and Reed Discount Club Entitlement to Statutory Sick Pay, Statutory Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay, Parental Leave and Antenatal/Pre-Adoption Appointment Payment Access to Training and Development - Reed Assessment Centre - Reed Learning Great referral bonus’ (up to £200 per successful referral!) Access to roles throughout the UK and online/remote learning To apply for this role, please send us your updated CV by clicking 'Apply Now'. Your application should demonstrate your passion for educational support and your commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Not looking for a teaching role? We are also registering support staff, assessors and technicians through to other FE positions including HR, finance, facilities, administrators. We also have a specialist team of Interim and Senior Management Consultants with over 20 years’ experience in the sector.

Health and Safety Officer Location: Beccles Job Type: Permanent, Full-time Salary: £38,950 per annum We are seeking a Health and Safety Officer who is passionate about sustainable practices and eager to contribute to creating environmentally friendly packaging solutions. This role involves assisting in maintaining the Health, Safety, and Environmental processes on-site, promoting a positive safety culture, and supporting the EHS Manager. Day-to-day of the role: Delegate for the EHS Manager in their absence. Conduct environmental monitoring and measurement. Maintain the company’s Risk Assessment, Safe Systems of Work, and COSHH systems. Report on Safety Performance KPIs and prepare monthly reports. Assist the Health and Safety Manager with accident/incident investigations. Carry out Environmental/Safety auditing and inspections regularly. Prepare and conduct HSE Training and projects throughout the business. Have working knowledge on the control of hazardous and general waste management systems. Assist departments in raising the standard of training documentation to ensure audit and legal compliance. Support departments with EHS activities such as SSOW/RA/Best Practices. Required Skills & Qualifications: NEBOSH Health and Safety and Environmental Certificates or equivalent IOSH Qualification. Self-motivated with the ability to manage a varied workload and work to a schedule. Quick response capabilities to incidents with appropriate action to assure team safety. Confident in speaking to others and participating in meetings, delivering presentations. Good understanding of task-based risk assessments and relevant supporting training documentation. Competent in the use of Microsoft suite of applications. Excellent listening skills, self-organised, flexible, and able to prioritise own workloads. Desirable Selection Criteria: Recognised training and/or experience in BS ISO 45001/40001. Experience in a similar role, with a good working knowledge/experience of Risk Assessments, COSHH, RIDDOR, and Display Screen equipment. Proven understanding of environmental and health and safety legislation. Experience of industrial plant and equipment in a high volume production environment. Company Benefits: 25 days Holiday (+ 8 bank holidays) and Christmas Shutdown. 3% Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, Group Income Protection Scheme. Company Sick Pay Scheme, Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme. Free hot and cold beverages with monthly “Sweet & Savoury” treats. Cycle to Work scheme, Long Service Awards, Learning and Development Opportunities. Refer a Friend, discounts on gyms, Bungay swimming pool, Christmas Hampers, and many more! How to Apply: If interested, please scan the QR code provided to apply. Ensure to submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position as a Health and Safety Officer.

We are looking for an experienced Panel Wirer/ Fitter to join a leading manufacturer who supply to the electrical industry. Job Description: Your duties will be the fitting of various types of distribution and power units along with the wiring and assembly of components for the marshalling department from scratch. You will prepare work by studying assembly instructions, reading and interpreting electrical layout drawings and schematic wiring, parts lists, gathering parts, subassemblies, tools and materials. You will assemble components by examining connections for correct fit; fastening parts and subassemblies Crimping, looming and cable terminating work on control panels Glanding and terminating various SWA cables Cutting and fitting tray work to run cables on products Soldering You will be expected to maintain the highest level of workmanship standards and product quality ensuring products are produced and delivered OTIF to the customers’ requirements. You will check and complete all paperwork associated with the works order Performance of area housekeeping activities, including the prompt reporting of problems shortages or equipment breakdown Using general workshop machinery and hand tools related to the fitting role Completion of work within allocated time scales. Beneficial Skills / Qualifications: Hands on experience of electrical assembly and wiring of control panels is essential Hand on experience of working within a mechanical/electrical engineering environment is essential. Cable end termination experience (Crimping/soldering) is essential Hold electrical qualifications and have knowledge of electrical regulations is essential The ability to understand electrical schematic drawings is essential Have good written and verbal communication skills Experience of working collaboratively with other operations personnel Ideally experience of working within a continuous improvement environment Strong attention to detail Good communication skills Flexibility to assist in other departments when required Additional Details: Salary negotiable 25 days holiday per year plus 8 bank holidays Company Profit Share Scheme Two paid breaks 37.5 hour weeks - days only Nine-day fortnight (every other Friday off) Healthcare cash plan Excellent canteen facility with tea, coffee and milk provided EV salary sacrifice scheme Pension Parking on site