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About the Company

We are a global market leader in material handling systems, specializing in baggage handling solutions for airports worldwide. We deliver innovative, automated systems that keep the world's airports running smoothly, handling millions of bags annually with precision and reliability.

The Opportunity

We're seeking a dynamic Senior Site Supervisor to join our UK team, responsible for supervising and delivering all electrical and mechanical installation activities within large-scale airport projects. This is an exceptional opportunity to work hands-on with complex automation systems while leading technical teams on high-profile installations.

What You'll Do

Technical Leadership

Supervise mechanical, electrical, and control installation teams on both Airside and Landside operationsLead on-site installations and processes of complex equipment without direct supervisionInspect and diagnose complex mechanical and electrical systemsSupport I/O commissioning, testing, and integration of material handling systems

System Integration & Control

Work with LV, PLC systems (Siemens), various hardware types, and communication protocols (Profinet, Ethernet, Profibus, ASI)Interpret E Plan drawings and site engineering drawings regarding layout, location, and system operationEnsure equipment is installed per specifications in coordination with engineersManage quality inspections of installed equipment, focusing on electrical and mechanical installations

Essential Experience

Proven track record supervising large teams during delivery of large and complex automation projectsSuccessful implementation of all project phases from pre-construction through handoverExperience managing multi-functional teams and interfacing with high-profile clientsStrong understanding of CDM Regulations and HASWA requirements

Preferred Qualifications

SMSTS trainedC&G 2391-52 Inspection & Testing18th Edition certificationECS CardESR 2.0IOSH Managing Safely (minimum) or NEBOSH General Certificate (preferred)NVQ Level 4 Diploma in Construction Site SupervisionFirst Aid At Work

Competitive Package

Competitive salary commensurate with experience28 days annual leave (excluding public holidays)Comprehensive Bupa Medical CoverYuLife wellbeing membership with GP access and wellness rewards

Career Development

Challenging work environment with significant career progression opportunitiesWork on prestigious, high-profile airport projectsContinuous professional development supportExposure to cutting-edge automation technology

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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We are a global market leader in material handling systems, specializing in baggage handling solutions for airports worldwide. We deliver innovative, automated systems that keep the world's airports running smoothly, handling millions of bags annually with precision and reliability.

The Opportunity

We're seeking a dynamic Site Manager to join our UK team, responsible for delivering complex baggage handling and civil/MEP work packages within large-scale airport projects. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on high-profile installations that directly impact global aviation infrastructure.

What You'll Do

Project Leadership

Lead comprehensive project installation plans in collaboration with Project ManagersMonitor installation quality, timelines, and costs to ensure compliance with standards and budgetsManage all project stakeholders to facilitate smooth coordination and communicationProvide regular progress reports to customers and internal teams

Technical Management

Oversee installation and handover of steelwork and mechanical systemsManage electrical and electromechanical installations, including inspections and testingConduct field wiring tests, safety inspections, and power-up proceduresEnsure mechanical static inspections and I/O testing meet specifications

Team Leadership

Lead and mentor teams of supervisors throughout the project lifecycleManage multi-functional teams of 10-20+ people across various disciplinesFoster a collaborative, high-performing work environmentDrive continuous improvement initiatives within project teams

Safety & Quality

Promote a strong "Stay Safe" culture across all project activitiesEnsure adherence to CDM Regulations and HASWA requirementsOversee Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) planning and implementationDrive right-first-time delivery with zero defects focus

Stakeholder Management

Interface directly with clients and airport authoritiesChair site-level meetings and manage contractor relationshipsAdvise on contracts with Electrical & Mechanical subcontractorsCoordinate with commissioning and testing teams for seamless handoversEssential ExperienceProven track record managing medium to large-scale Automated Material Handling or Baggage Handling System projectsSuccessful management of complete project lifecycles from pre-construction through handoverExperience leading multi-functional teams and interfacing with high-profile clientsStrong understanding of CDM Regulations and HASWA requirements

What We Offer

Competitive salary commensurate with experience28 days annual leave (excluding public holidays)Comprehensive Bupa Medical CoverYuLife wellbeing membership with GP access and wellness rewardsContinuous professional development support

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer - Electrical Engineering & Automation

About the role

Our client is seeking qualified Electrical Engineers to work on a variety of electrical and mechanical engineering and automated equipment. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the productivity and output of cargo and loading equipment by performing maintenance duties in compliance with health and safety regulations, quality standards, and team working practices.

This is a 4 on 4 off shift pattern across days and nights

Your Impact

Drive to improve the day-to-day efficiency of electrical and mechanical equipmentPlanned and preventative electrical maintenance

What You'll Do

The day to day

Carry out planned preventative maintenance on all equipmentRespond quickly to electrical breakdown situations and carry out effective corrective maintenance regimes.Troubleshoot and rectify electrical faults in a range of field devices, including motor controllers, sensors, and electrical machinery.Log all work carried outDemonstrate problem-solving skills and carry out effective root cause analysis to identify and resolve issues.Maintain a professional manner at all timesEnsure that contract service level agreements (SLAs) are achievedProvide cover for other service technicians and shifts when necessary.Adhere to company legislative Health & Safety regulations and policies at all times, ensuring a safe and tidy working environment.Good interpersonal skills and able to communicate precisely both in writing and verbally at all levels.Computer literate and able to use CMMS systems.Ability to read and interpret drawings.Ability to plan and prioritise workload, work on own initiative as well as a member of a team, and work overtime as required.

What You'll Need

Qualifications

Time served Electrical apprenticeship or equivalent.City & Guilds/NVQ level 3 or above in electrical discipline.Previous experience within an FMCG manufacturing, automated warehousing environment or industrial environment (desirable).Desirable: Multiskilled, experience in using PLCs and diagnostics, experience in training/coaching.

This is a permanent position and will require a Full Airside Pass for Heathrow Airport, the below will need to be completed to be allowed access to work at Heathrow.

5 Year work history or referenceDBS Clearance

What We Offer

Competitive £47,000 salary and benefits packageProfessional development and growth

How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact [email protected]

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Technical Recruitment is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting, specialist, opportunities in the marketplace, with the biggest companies in the sector. Follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook for industry news and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies. We look forward to helping you find your next role!

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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Assembly Operative

£28k

Working Hours - They have a normal day shift available. 8-5

Denham, Middlesex

Our client is the world's leading manufacturer of ejection seats, helping to protect aircrew in the world's most advanced military aircraft. Our mission is simple - to save aircrew lives.

We are looking for people with the below experience.

We do not require someone to have all this experience but some would be advantageous.

Advanced deburring techniques desirable.Metal Polishing.Fabricating and assembling seat pan chassis and parachute container assemblies,Conducting bench fitting and build of detailed assemblies.Conduct heat treatment, (annealing and age hardening) of components to strictly defined specifications.Conduct Injection Moulding.Packing, bonding and room temperature vulcanising, sealing of box bridle line assemblies.Producing seat backrest and sitting platform assemblies.Fitting hardware and furniture using a range of aerospace fasteners, adhesives and VelcroTo operate barrel tumbling and vibratory finishing equipment.To prepare the metallic surface for further processing. To suitably mask components to ensure bores, holes, slots, etc are free from abrasive media before entering machinery.To undertake inspection of parts.

If you have any of the experience we are looking please apply and we will get in touch.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Project Engineer / "Junior Project Manager" - Industrial Automation
SYD / MEL / BRI

Gain exposure to +$40m CapEx project environment.
Operate as a conduit between the Engineering and Project Management function and develop your skills, supporting a highly experienced Senior Project Leader.

Our client is a global leader in the design, delivery and maintenance of high-value, bespoke MHS/BHS solutions.
With projects around the globe, their Australian operation has an immediate opportunity for an experience Project Engineer or Junior Project Manager to join their well-established team. Based in any major east coast Australian city, the successful candidate will support the project leadership team in the delivery of a strong portfolio of multi-million dollar solutions. Specifically:
- Support Senior Project Managers / Project Directors during the delivery phase of major automated projects.
- Assist with sub-contractor and supplier management.
- Assist the the management of project costs.
- Manage and report on the project schedule.
- Collate and report project critical data to the management team.
- Assist with defect resolution and approvals.

In addition to your tertiary qualification in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or mechatronics, you have 4+ years of supporting site-base project-based experience as a Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer or Project Manager. In addition, you are/have
- Ambitious and proactive.
- Experience in managing subcontractors / suppliers.
- Exposure to medium or high-value material handling, warehouse automation, baggage handing systems or automated manufacturing line projects.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to interpret engineering drawings and contract documentation.
- A good understanding of commercial and contractual issues, project scheduling / planning.
- Able to travel for interstate work when projects require.
- Driving licence.
- Existing working rights for Australia.

This role will provide the successful applicant with the opportunity to gain major high-value project exposure and work with a highly experienced management team in the delivery of challenging and highly technical bespoke industrial automation solutions.
Please follow the link to apply or contact [email protected] / 0435985089 for a copy of the full position description.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Project Engineer / "Junior Project Manager" - Industrial Automation
SYD / MEL / BRI

Gain exposure to +$40m CapEx project environment.
Operate as a conduit between the Engineering and Project Management function and develop your skills, supporting a highly experienced Senior Project Leader.

Our client is a global leader in the design, delivery and maintenance of high-value, bespoke MHS/BHS solutions.
With projects around the globe, their Australian operation has an immediate opportunity for an experience Project Engineer or Junior Project Manager to join their well-established team. Based in any major east coast Australian city, the successful candidate will support the project leadership team in the delivery of a strong portfolio of multi-million dollar solutions. Specifically:
- Support Senior Project Managers / Project Directors during the delivery phase of major automated projects.
- Assist with sub-contractor and supplier management.
- Assist the the management of project costs.
- Manage and report on the project schedule.
- Collate and report project critical data to the management team.
- Assist with defect resolution and approvals.

In addition to your tertiary qualification in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or mechatronics, you have 4+ years of supporting site-base project-based experience as a Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer or Project Manager. In addition, you are/have
- Ambitious and proactive.
- Experience in managing subcontractors / suppliers.
- Exposure to medium or high-value material handling, warehouse automation, baggage handing systems or automated manufacturing line projects.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to interpret engineering drawings and contract documentation.
- A good understanding of commercial and contractual issues, project scheduling / planning.
- Able to travel for interstate work when projects require.
- Driving licence.
- Existing working rights for Australia.

This role will provide the successful applicant with the opportunity to gain major high-value project exposure and work with a highly experienced management team in the delivery of challenging and highly technical bespoke industrial automation solutions.
Please follow the link to apply or contact [email protected] / 0435985089 for a copy of the full position description.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Project Engineer / "Junior Project Manager" - Industrial Automation
SYD / MEL / BRI

Gain exposure to +$40m CapEx project environment.
Operate as a conduit between the Engineering and Project Management function and develop your skills, supporting a highly experienced Senior Project Leader.

Our client is a global leader in the design, delivery and maintenance of high-value, bespoke MHS/BHS solutions.
With projects around the globe, their Australian operation has an immediate opportunity for an experience Project Engineer or Junior Project Manager to join their well-established team. Based in any major east coast Australian city, the successful candidate will support the project leadership team in the delivery of a strong portfolio of multi-million dollar solutions. Specifically:
- Support Senior Project Managers / Project Directors during the delivery phase of major automated projects.
- Assist with sub-contractor and supplier management.
- Assist the the management of project costs.
- Manage and report on the project schedule.
- Collate and report project critical data to the management team.
- Assist with defect resolution and approvals.

In addition to your tertiary qualification in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or mechatronics, you have 4+ years of supporting site-base project-based experience as a Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer or Project Manager. In addition, you are/have
- Ambitious and proactive.
- Experience in managing subcontractors / suppliers.
- Exposure to medium or high-value material handling, warehouse automation, baggage handing systems or automated manufacturing line projects.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to interpret engineering drawings and contract documentation.
- A good understanding of commercial and contractual issues, project scheduling / planning.
- Able to travel for interstate work when projects require.
- Driving licence.
- Existing working rights for Australia.

This role will provide the successful applicant with the opportunity to gain major high-value project exposure and work with a highly experienced management team in the delivery of challenging and highly technical bespoke industrial automation solutions.
Please follow the link to apply or contact [email protected] / 0435985089 for a copy of the full position description.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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- Do you have a vendor-side track record in leading the successful, on-time and on-budget delivery of major (+$40m to $150m) MHS / BHS / warehouse automation CapEx projects?
- Have you worked as a Senior PM or above for 10+ years?
- Do you thrive in a challenging project environment?
- Are you open to an opportunity to work in Australia for a period of up to 2 years (accommodation provided)?

I've been engaged by an industrial automation solutions provider to find an experienced project expert to support the delivery of a +$40m system replacement. The project is already underway and it has some delivery challenges. It requires a strong project management professional with significant vendor-side construction and contract management experience in BHS or warehouse automation including:
- Proven experience in negotiation and conflict management
- Proven delivery of project outcomes with contractual documentation
- Sound working knowledge of contractual and commercial issues
- Sound working knowledge of financial management and budgeting processes including the ability to estimate cost to complete and forecast cost at completion
- Sound working knowledge of project scheduling and planning
- Strong business acumen and able to think strategically
- Excellent communication skills
- A tertiary engineering qualification

The role reports into the Project Director and is open to local, interstate and international candidates. Visa sponsorship will be provided, as will accommodation and travel support where required.

It's likely to suit a candidate who is
- happy to work on a contract basis and/or
- is approaching retirement but thrives on delivering challenging projects and wants to experience work in Australia.

If this is of possible interest, please follow the link to submit your resume or email [email protected] to request a full position description.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair on various types of mechanical equipment and facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Performs maintenance and repair of ground support equipment and facilities.
Executes complex maintenance assignments involving but not limited to automotive, electrical, systems and other related trade skill sets.
Trains, mentors and guides Jr. GSE Mechanics.
May have input on the hiring and promotion of others in the mechanic employee group.
Reads and interprets repair manuals, basic electrical and hydraulic schematics and supervisor/manager's instructions.
Works in tight and/or high spaces utilizing appropriate PPE and fall protection equipment.
Follows and complies with all company and federally established policies and procedures
Utilizes a computer to perform a variety of communications, training and administrative processes.
Completes forms connected with work assignments according to established procedures.
Completes all safety training as assigned by the Company.
Compliance with all ELS safety programs, policies and procedures.
Perform additional duties/assignments that may be required by management from time to time.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
Minimum 2 years experience as heavy, medium or light duty mechanic.
Ability to read and understand basic electrical/hydraulic schematics.
Must have own set of hand tools common to the trade.
Depending on the location, may be required to travel.
Ability to work a non-traditional schedule including weekends and holidays.
Knowledge of general workplace safety requirements and procedures.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Previous work experience in an Airport environment.
Strong hydraulic/pneumatic troubleshooting experience.
State and/or ASE certification in automotive and diesel repair or associated field.
3+ years experience as a heavy, medium or light duty mechanic.
1 year experience working in a CMMS.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures related to equipment repair.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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Assembly Operative

£28k

Working Hours - They have a normal day shift available. 8-5

Denham, Middlesex

Our client is the world's leading manufacturer of ejection seats, helping to protect aircrew in the world's most advanced military aircraft. Our mission is simple - to save aircrew lives.

We are looking for people with the below experience.

We do not require someone to have all this experience but some would be advantageous.

Advanced deburring techniques desirable.Metal Polishing.Fabricating and assembling seat pan chassis and parachute container assemblies,Conducting bench fitting and build of detailed assemblies.Conduct heat treatment, (annealing and age hardening) of components to strictly defined specifications.Conduct Injection Moulding.Packing, bonding and room temperature vulcanising, sealing of box bridle line assemblies.Producing seat backrest and sitting platform assemblies.Fitting hardware and furniture using a range of aerospace fasteners, adhesives and VelcroTo operate barrel tumbling and vibratory finishing equipment.To prepare the metallic surface for further processing. To suitably mask components to ensure bores, holes, slots, etc are free from abrasive media before entering machinery.To undertake inspection of parts.

If you have any of the experience we are looking please apply and we will get in touch.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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