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Are you an experienced engineering leader ready to take the next step in your career? We're looking for a highly motivated Maintenance Team Leader to manage a skilled team of engineers and technicians at a fully automated distribution facility in Didcot.

About the Role

You'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of a state-of-the-art automated system. You will lead daily maintenance operations, coordinate repair activities, and be the main on-site contact for the client. Your role will also include driving continuous improvement initiatives and supporting site performance through effective maintenance strategy implementation.

Shift Pattern

Early: 06:00 - 14:00 (Mon - Fri)

Late: 14:00 - 22:00 (Mon - Fri)

Night: 22:00 - 06:00 (Mon - Fri)

One Saturday day shift every 4 weeks (09:00 - 17:00), combined with early/late shifts Tues-Fri that week

Key Responsibilities

Lead a team of engineers, technicians, and apprentices

Coordinate planned and reactive maintenance activities across all site equipment

Act as the key liaison with the client for daily operational updates

Complete technical reporting using CMMS, DART, SAV Assure, and Teams

Support or cover the Site Engineering Manager when needed

Manage support escalations and remote ticketing

Promote health and safety compliance and continuous improvement on site

About You

Essential:

NVQ Level 3 or BTEC HNC/HND in Engineering

Strong electrical and mechanical maintenance experience

Proven leadership experience

Working knowledge of Siemens S7, Profibus, Canbus, Profinet, and ASI Bus

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Desirable:

Experience in materials handling or logistics environments

Familiarity with automated warehousing systems

Benefits

Annual holiday entitlement with buy/sell option

Health cash plan

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

Subsidised gym memberships

Comprehensive training and career development opportunities from day one

Ready to lead a high-performing team in a cutting-edge automated environment? Apply today and be part of a business that values technical excellence and continuous improvement

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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Assembly Operative

Oxfordshire

£33K

Working hours - 6am - 2pm Mon - Thurs / Friday - 1.45PM - 10PM.

Aspects of the role include to:

Handle explosive materials, goods and components carefully. Accurately interpret assembly drawings and production documents so that Part Numbers, Drawing Issues, Working Practices and Batches are Identified and recorded correctly.Assembly is carried out accurately, to required tolerances.Using appropriate Weighing Equipment and Tools relevant to specific batches.To undertake self-inspection and quality check of work undertaken.Updating SAP in order that work in progress is accurately recorded at all times.

Characteristics & Skills

Basic production / manufacturing experience gained from operating in a similar manufacturing environmentBasic understanding and interpretation of engineering drawingsBasic grounding in H&S policies and proceduresCan work under pressure to balance competing job priorities to agreed deadlines.Team player with the ability to work independently.Strong communication skills - both verbal and written.Ability to follow instructions / requests whether verbal or written.

Please forward your up to date CV if you are interested in this role.

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TIG Welder Fabricator (Late shift)

Date Rate: £30,000 / £35,000 per year (Depending upon experience)

Location: Abingdon

Hours: Monday - Thursday - 2.15pm - 10.25pm / Friday - 1pm - 7pm 13%uplift

Proactive are currently recruiting for a skilled Welder Fabricator in Abingdon to start work immediately.

You will be working as part of a wider team delivering projects to meet production targets.

Our client specialise in vessel manufacturing, precision fabrication and welding for highly regulated UK industries such as Healthcare, Renewable Energy and Nuclear Fusion. They cater to both medium and high-volume manufacturing of pressure vessels using robotics and semi-automation processes, specialising in the production of cryogenic pressure vessels.

Relevant Skills & Experience:

TIG Welding experience - Mainly stainless steel and AluminiumFabrication experience Fitting of fabricated parts Attention to detail. Previous experience working within a manufacturing/engineering environment.Ability to read engineering diagrams.

How to Apply:

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

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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Assembly Operative with a global leader in the Aviation & Aerospace sector.

The purpose of the role is to be responsible for undertaking multi-skilled duties that will contribute to the success of the aviation products produced onsite.

Aspects of the role include to:

Handle goods and components carefully. Accurately interpret assembly drawings and production documents so that Part Numbers, Drawing Issues, Working Practices and Batches are Identified and recorded correctly.Assembly is carried out accurately, to required tolerances.Using appropriate Weighing Equipment and Tools relevant to specific batches.To undertake self-inspection and quality check of work undertaken.Updating SAP in order that work in progress is accurately recorded at all times.

Characteristics & Skills

Basic production / manufacturing experience gained from operating in a similar manufacturing environmentBasic understanding and interpretation of engineering drawingsBasic grounding in H&S policies and proceduresCan work under pressure to balance competing job priorities to agreed deadlines.Team player with the ability to work independently.Strong communication skills - both verbal and written.Ability to follow instructions / requests whether verbal or written.You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experts who will help you to obtain a wide understanding of an engineering business, and you'll develop new skills and gain a strong industry experience.

Your benefits in detail

Highly competitive 9% non-contributory pension scheme (18+)4x salary Life Assurance (18+)Personalised training and development plan.Healthcare Cash Plan.25-days annual leave plus bank holidays.The ability to purchase additional leave maximum 1 week.Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.Cycle to work scheme.

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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