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FLT Driver - Counterbalance
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£17.00 - £18.00 Per Hour (Outside IR35)

Bristol

Step into a key role supporting a busy conveyor installation project in Bristol. We are looking for an experienced FLT Driver with a valid Counterbalance Licence and CSCS Card to join the team on a long-term contract.

What will you do:

Operate a Counterbalance Forklift safely and efficiently on site.Support the movement, loading, unloading and positioning of materials.Assist with conveyor installation and site logistics activities.Follow all health & safety procedures and site regulations.Work closely with site teams to ensure project deadlines are met.

What we're looking for:

Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence.Valid CSCS Card.Previous experience operating FLT on construction or industrial projects.Good awareness of health & safety practices.Reliable, hardworking and available for an immediate start.

Why Apply?

Immediate start available.Competitive rates of £17.00 - £18.00 per hour.LTD or CIS payment options accepted.Long-term contract running until December 2025.Opportunity to work on a large-scale conveyor project.

Location: Bristol
Rate: £17.00 - £18.00 per hour
Contract Duration: Until December 2025
Start Date: Immediate

Ready to get started? Submit your CV today to [email protected] or call at on 01784775880

Proactive also runs a referral programme! If you know someone who may be the right fit for this role, share their details with us. Should they be successfully placed by Proactive, you'll receive a £250 reward (T&Cs apply).

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.

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 Operators Required to work for manufacturing company based in St. Neots, immediate starts available for the right candidates.

Key Responsibilities:

Assembling mechanical parts / components with high accuracy Conduct quality checks to ensure products meet specifications.Collaborate with team members to meet production targets.Maintain a clean and organised work area.Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols.

Qualifications and Experience:

Previous experience within assembly based workability to use hand and power toolsStrong attention to detailA tolerance to the smell of gluePrevious experience in a similar role is beneficial but not essential.

Additional Info:

Working hours: Monday - Thursday 07:30am 16:30 and Friday 07:30am - 13:30.Rate: £12.71 per hourStart date: ASAP

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Electrical Fitter/Conveyor fitter

Bristol

£30 per hour | Saturday £37 per hour | Sunday £47 per hour

Outside IR35 | Ltd or PAYE

We are seeking experienced Electrical Fitters to support a large-scale automation installation project at a brand-new distribution centre. This is a hands-on role focused on installing and wiring conveyor and automation systems within a fast-paced construction environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Electrical installation on conveyor and automation systemsWiring motors, sensors, and control panelsCable routing, glanding, and terminationElectrical assembly on automation linesConnecting field devices and control equipmentReading and working from electrical drawings and schematicsSupporting system build and installation activitiesAssisting with testing and commissioning

Requirements:

Strong electrical installation experience, ideally within conveyors or automationHands-on electrical fitting and wiring experienceExperience working on new-build construction sitesValid CSCS/ECS Card (Essential)

Project Details:

Location: Bristol

Duration: Till December 2026

Rate: £30 per hour

Saturday Rate: £37 per hour

Sunday Rate: £47 per hour

Status: Outside IR35 - Ltd or PAYE

If you have the electrical fitting and automation experience required and would like to be considered for this project, please send your updated CV to Aadhya Kapoor at [email protected] or call 01784 775880.

Alternatively, apply directly to this advert!

Proactive offers a referral scheme for successful applicants - if you refer someone suited to this role and they are placed by Proactive, you could receive £250. T&Cs apply.

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Position: Mechanical Assembler

Location: Bury St Edmunds

Proactive are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Assembler to join an established ACV assembly line.

The successful candidate will be involved in a wide range of assembly activities across the ACV production line, making this an ideal role for someone with a broad skill set across mechanical, electrical and electronics assembly.

As a Mechanical Assembler, you'll be a key part of the production team, carrying out practical assembly work across mechanical, electrical and electronic components and supporting the wider manufacturing operation.

Responsibilities:

Assembly of mechanical components and equipment to precise specificationsElectrical and electronic assembly workSoldering, wiring, crimping and general assembly activities where requiredReading and interpreting technical drawings, wiring diagrams and assembly instructionsUsing a range of hand tools, power tools and electromechanical toolingCarrying out assembly and testing activities to a high standardMaintaining quality control and ensuring work meets required standardsWorking across different areas of the ACV production line as required

Skills:

Proven experience in mechanical assembly is essentialPractical experience in electrical and/or electronics assemblyStrong hands-on assembly skills across a range of disciplinesAbility to read and interpret technical drawings and assembly documentationExperience using hand tools, power tools and electromechanical equipmentGood attention to detail and a commitment to qualityA flexible and adaptable approach to varied assembly workSelf-motivation, good initiative and solid communication skillsComfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentMust be comfortable standing for long periods throughout the working day

How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Victoria Pseftoudis on [email protected] or call on +44 (0)7570 420118.

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Global 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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Mechanical Assemblers

Maidenhead, SL6

Proactive Global is hiring for experienced Mechanical Assemblers to work for manufacturing company based in Maidenhead, SL6.

Shift Timings: 07:30am-4:00pm Monday to Friday

Location : Maidenhead,SL6

Pay Rate : £14per hour

Responsibilities:

Assemble and test a range of engineered components and products.Assemble and modify components in accordance with technical instructions and procedures.Carry out testing on completed assemblies to ensure they meet the required specifications.Test and troubleshoot equipment prior to installation.Complete final quality control checks before products are dispatched.Undertake training on new products, equipment and assembly processes.Work in accordance with ISO 9001quality standards and company procedures.Carry out regular stock checks and support accurate inventory management.Receive incoming deliveries and check goods as required.Prepare orders for dispatch and ensure goods are ready for delivery.

Interested candidates can directly apply to this advert and share their CVs at [email protected] or call Guarvi at +44 1784919769.

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🚨 PERMANENT OPPORTUNITY PCB SOLDERING 🚨

📍 Location: DA1, Dartford
💼 Job Type: Permanent
🕐 Working Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:00am-4:00pm | Friday 7:00am-11:30am

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Assembly Operator with soldering experience to join a specialist manufacturing team in the Dartford area.

This is a fantastic permanent opportunity for someone with a strong background in electronics assembly, PCB soldering and quality inspection.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

Assemble electronic components and products to required specifications

Carry out PCB and through-hole soldering

Inspect solder joints and identify defects

Use soldering irons, hand tools and microscopes

Follow technical drawings, assembly instructions and production processes

Maintain high standards of quality and attention to detail

👷 What We're Looking For

Previous experience in electronics assembly or manufacturing

Practical PCB / through-hole soldering experience

Confident using soldering irons, hand tools and microscopes

Ability to inspect work and identify soldering defects

Experience reading technical drawings and assembly instructions

Excellent attention to detail and a quality-focused approach

Lighting manufacturing experience is desirable but not essential

⭐ Why Apply?

This is a permanent position within a specialist manufacturing environment, offering the opportunity to develop your skills and build a long-term career in electronics manufacturing.

📞 Call/Text Aastha Khurana: 01753 978 791
📧 Email: [email protected]

If you have electronics assembly and soldering experience and are looking for your next permanent opportunity, we'd love to hear from you!

📢 Please feel free to share this vacancy with anyone who may be interested.

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ENGINEERING TEAM LEADER London

Monday to Friday DAYS | Hayes - West London | Circa £67,000 | Global Manufacturing Business

AT A GLANCE

Circa £67,000Monday to Friday - daysEngineering Team Leader position within a large manufacturing siteLead and develop a larger team of Maintenance EngineersGlobal manufacturing businessWell-established and highly successful organisationStrong opportunities for career development and progressionResponsibility for people, performance, contractors and engineering deliveryManufacturing experience essentialUK based with full right to work in the UK

THE OPPORTUNITY

Are you an experienced Engineering Team Leader looking for your next challenge, or an experienced Maintenance Engineer ready to move into engineering leadership?

We are working with a global manufacturing business that is looking to appoint an Engineering Team Leader to lead a larger engineering team within a well-established manufacturing operation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Engineering Team Leader who enjoys the people and management side of engineering and wants to take responsibility for a sizeable team within a structured and professional engineering function.

The Engineering Team Leader will play a key role in the day-to-day management of the engineering team, ensuring people are developed, maintenance activities are effectively delivered and engineering performance continues to improve.

THE ROLE

As Engineering Team Leader, you will take responsibility for the performance and development of the engineering team.

Key responsibilities will include:

Leading, managing and developing a team of Maintenance EngineersConducting regular 1-to-1s, performance reviews and appraisalsSetting objectives and supporting individual development plansManaging performance, attendance and employee relations issuesCoaching and developing engineers to improve capability across the teamManaging engineering resource and allocating work effectivelyWorking with the Engineering Manager to set departmental prioritiesManaging contractors and external engineering suppliersEnsuring contractors operate safely and to the required standardsMonitoring maintenance performance and key engineering KPIsSupporting the delivery of planned preventative and reactive maintenanceWorking closely with Production and other departments to maintain equipment availabilityAttending management meetings and providing updates on engineering performanceSupporting root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiativesIdentifying opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency and maintenance standardsEnsuring engineering policies, procedures and health and safety standards are followedSupporting engineering projects and wider site initiatives

ABOUT YOU

We are open to candidates who are already an experienced Engineering Team Leader, as well as experienced Maintenance Engineers who are ready to take the next step into leadership.

You will need:

Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environmentStrong multi-skilled engineering knowledgeGood understanding of electrical and mechanical maintenancePrevious experience leading, supervising or developing engineering teams is desirableStrong people management and communication skillsConfidence managing performance and having difficult conversationsThe ability to motivate, coach and develop engineersA structured and organised approach to managing a busy engineering functionExperience working with contractors and external suppliersThe ability to communicate effectively with Production, Engineering and senior managementA proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvementStrong understanding of health and safety within a manufacturing environmentFull right to work in the UK

WHY JOIN?

Circa £67,000 salaryMonday to Friday DAYSJoin a global manufacturing organisationLead a larger engineering teamWork within a structured and professional engineering environmentStrong career development and progression opportunitiesOpportunity to develop your people management and leadership experienceLong-term opportunity with a highly successful manufacturing business

For more information on the Engineering Team Leader FMCG role please contact Simon on 07799 866285 or submit your CV to [email protected] or simply click apply.

Engineering Team Leader role is commutable from Ealing, Hayes, Southall, Heston, Hounslow, Hanwell, Acton, Brentford, Isleworth, Uxbridge, West Drayton, Feltham, Greenford, Northolt, Perivale, Wembley, Harrow, Ruislip, Rickmansworth, Watford, Slough, Windsor, Langley, Gerrards Cross, Beaconsfield, High Wycombe, Staines-upon-Thames, Ashford, Sunbury-on-Thames, Shepperton, Twickenham, Richmond, Kingston upon Thames, Chertsey, Bracknell, Maidenhead, Heathrow, Harmondsworth, West Ealing, Northwood, Pinner, Hayes End, Denham, Iver, Datchet and other parts of London, Hertfordshire, Surrey, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire

Proactive also offer a referral scheme for successful applicants - if you know anyone that could be suited to this position then please contact Proactive with their details and if they are placed by Proactive you will £250*. *T&Cs apply

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Global is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and advanced technology 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!

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Hello,

We are recruiting currently for Production Operatives for our busy client based in Buckingham.

This role involves operating and assembling timber and to ensure efficient and safe manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, strong mechanical aptitude, and experience working in a Production environment

Candidates MUST have experience working with hand tools and comfortable operating power tools.

Hours: Monday - Friday:6AM - 2PM

Pay: £12.71 - £14.24 per hour

If you are interested, please send a copy of your CV to [email protected].

Kind regards,

Jared Raymond
[email protected]

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Hello,

We are recruiting currently for Production Operatives for our busy client based in Buckingham.

This role involves operating and maintaining production equipment to ensure efficient and safe manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, strong mechanical aptitude, and experience working within a warehouse or industrial environment.

Candidates MUST have experience working with hand tools and comfortable operating power tools.

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8am - 4:30

Pay: £12.71 - £14.24 per hour

If you are interested, please send a copy of your CV to [email protected].

Kind regards,

Jared Raymond
[email protected]

Proactive Global t is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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Maintenance TechnicianOverview

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Technician to join a well-established manufacturing company. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a busy engineering team responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of production machinery and site equipment through planned preventative maintenance and rapid response to equipment breakdowns.

The successful candidate will play a key role in minimising downtime, improving equipment reliability and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key ResponsibilitiesCarry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on a wide range of manufacturing machinery and production equipment.Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and pneumatic faults to minimise production downtime.Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and carry out effective fault finding and repairs.Install, commission and test new machinery and equipment where required.Perform routine inspections to identify potential issues before they result in equipment failure.Maintain conveyors, motors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, pneumatic systems, hydraulic equipment and other production machinery.Read and interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics and technical manuals.Record all maintenance activities accurately using maintenance logs or a computerised maintenance management system (CMMS).Liaise closely with production teams to prioritise maintenance activities and ensure minimal disruption to manufacturing operations.Support continuous improvement projects aimed at increasing machine efficiency and reducing downtime.Ensure all maintenance work is completed safely and in accordance with company procedures and health and safety legislation.Maintain high housekeeping standards within the workshop and production areas.Assist with root cause analysis following recurring equipment failures and recommend long-term solutions.Participate in machinery upgrades, modifications and factory improvement projects as required.Skills and ExperiencePrevious experience working as a Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Engineer or Multi-skilled Engineer within a manufacturing or production environment.Strong mechanical maintenance experience with good electrical fault-finding skills.Experience maintaining industrial manufacturing machinery.Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems.Ability to diagnose faults quickly and carry out effective repairs.Comfortable working independently and as part of a maintenance team.Good understanding of health and safety regulations within an industrial environment.Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to preventative maintenance.Good communication skills and the ability to work closely with production teams.Flexible approach to working rotating shifts.Desirable QualificationsEngineering Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.18th Edition Wiring Regulations (desirable).PLC fault-finding experience.Experience using CMMS maintenance systems.Forklift licence (desirable).Working Hours

This role operates on a rotating weekly shift pattern:

Week 1: Monday to Friday, 6.00am to 2.00pmWeek 2: Monday to Friday, 2.00pm to 10.00pm

The shift pattern alternates weekly.

Salary and BenefitsCompetitive hourly rate or salary depending on experience.Overtime opportunities available.Holiday entitlement.Company pension scheme.Full training and ongoing development opportunities.Long-term career progression within a growing manufacturing business.Free onsite parking.Company workwear and PPE provided.

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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