18 Manufacturing jobs in Merthyr Tydfil County Borough
Manufacturing Operator
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Production Operatives
Pentwyn | 12.21 - 12.34 per hour | Monday to Thursday | 38.45 hours a week |
Acorn is seeking Production Operatives to join their well-established client based in Pentwyn.
Your role will be to assist in all aspects of the manufacturing process, utilising relevant equipment and machinery used in the making of HAD products. This role offers a variation in responsibilities and the opportunity to learn a broad range of new skills in a fast-paced environment.
Details:
- Monday to Thursday 7.30am to 4.30pm.
- Friday 7.30am to 12.15pm.
- 12.21 per hour for the first 12 weeks.
- 12.34 per hour from 13 weeks onwards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform tasks to given instruction to achieve quantity and quality targets.
- Responsible for the product quality and output of their operation or process.
- Report problems with material or equipment to Process Controllers.
- Carry out monthly stock check of materials in your area.
- Keep working area clean and tidy, in line with 5S.
- Undertake any duties requested by your Process Controllers or Team Leaders.
- Observe all instructions ensuring personal Health and Safety and that of others.
- Report any potential safety hazards to the Process Controller.
- Undergo training and development to increase flexibility in task performance throughout the Company.
- Follow procedures laid down by ISO9002 to maintain quality standards.
- Work as part of a team to drive efficiency and standards.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required:
- 1-2 years experience within a fast-paced production environment.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Able to demonstrate reliability, flexibility, and attention to detail.
- Must possess good communication skills.
- Awareness of quality standards.
- NVQ Level 1-2 in Process Operations would be beneficial.
- This role will involve an element of manual labour.
Interested? Apply now or contact Ceri at the Acorn by Synergie Head Office in Newport!
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
Manufacturing Technician
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Job Title: Manufacturing Technician
Location: Cardiff,
Contract Length: 6 Months
Pay Rate: 14.04 per hour (PAYE)
About the Role:
Our client, a leading name in life sciences, is seeking two Manufacturing Technicians to join their Cardiff-based team on a 6-month contract. This role supports the manufacture, dispensing, and packaging of catalogue and custom products, playing a key role in delivering high-quality solutions that impact global healthcare and research.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform manufacturing, automated dispensing, and packing activities according to documented procedures
Work collaboratively to meet production targets and customer expectations
Complete all required documentation accurately and in accordance with GDP standards
Maintain a clean and safe working environment, reporting any safety issues promptly
About You:
Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality
Well-organized and capable of following procedures precisely
Flexible and quick to learn new tasks
Prior experience in a lab or manufacturing environment is highly desirable
Apply now to join a forward-thinking life sciences company and help support critical manufacturing operations.
Manufacturing Manager
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Manufacturing Manager
Hengoed, South Wales
Full Time, Permanent.
08:30- 17:00 Monday to Friday
£65,000- £70,000 + Enhanced Pension + Bonus + Private Healthcare + Life Insurance
The Company
Adeptus are proud to be exclusively partnered with a successful and internationally operating FMCG based manufacturer. Not only a great place to work, but a high technology, modern, challenging environment. We are currently looking for an experienced manufacturing manager to join the team on a full time, permanent basis.
Direct reports: 75 (Production Shift Managers, Line Leaders etc)
Reporting to: Manufacturing Director/Senior Operations Manager
The role:
- Lead the production/manufacturing function by ensuring optimal quality, safety, and productivity in alignment with established standards, through effective team leadership. li>Achieving manufacturing goals while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, actively implementing new lean/continuous improvement processes.
- Actively collaborate with colleagues in identifying, developing, and implementing innovative manufacturing practices.
- Demonstrate full commitment to the Energy Management System by conducting regular reviews, allocating necessary human, technological, and financial resources, and ensuring energy objectives and targets are clearly defined and met.
- Promote clear and effective communication of objectives, KPIs, and performance against targets across the organization.
- Managing change and the associated
The Requirements:
- Degree qualified, ideally in a relevant technical/engineering field i.e. mechanical, electrical, process etc
- Experience working within automotive or FMCG (desirable)
- Previous experience leading a multi faceted production/manufacturing function
- Experience of lean/cellular production
- Knowledge and experience of operational tools such as 6 Sigma, OEE, TPM 5s Kaizen, SPC and Kanban is preferred
- Experience of developing & implementing cost effective methods and techniques
- Proven experience of being able to identify quality and efficiency improvements and follow through to completion
Manufacturing Manager
Posted 4 days ago
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Manufacturing Manager
Hengoed, South Wales
Full Time, Permanent.
08:30- 17:00 Monday to Friday
£65,000- £70,000 + Enhanced Pension + Bonus + Private Healthcare + Life Insurance
The Company
Adeptus are proud to be exclusively partnered with a successful and internationally operating FMCG based manufacturer. Not only a great place to work, but a high technology, modern, challenging environment. We are currently looking for an experienced manufacturing manager to join the team on a full time, permanent basis.
Direct reports: 75 (Production Shift Managers, Line Leaders etc)
Reporting to: Manufacturing Director/Senior Operations Manager
The role:
- Lead the production/manufacturing function by ensuring optimal quality, safety, and productivity in alignment with established standards, through effective team leadership. li>Achieving manufacturing goals while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, actively implementing new lean/continuous improvement processes.
- Actively collaborate with colleagues in identifying, developing, and implementing innovative manufacturing practices.
- Demonstrate full commitment to the Energy Management System by conducting regular reviews, allocating necessary human, technological, and financial resources, and ensuring energy objectives and targets are clearly defined and met.
- Promote clear and effective communication of objectives, KPIs, and performance against targets across the organization.
- Managing change and the associated
The Requirements:
- Degree qualified, ideally in a relevant technical/engineering field i.e. mechanical, electrical, process etc
- Experience working within automotive or FMCG (desirable)
- Previous experience leading a multi faceted production/manufacturing function
- Experience of lean/cellular production
- Knowledge and experience of operational tools such as 6 Sigma, OEE, TPM 5s Kaizen, SPC and Kanban is preferred
- Experience of developing & implementing cost effective methods and techniques
- Proven experience of being able to identify quality and efficiency improvements and follow through to completion
Manufacturing Technician
Posted 4 days ago
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Job Title: Manufacturing Technician
Location: Cardiff,
Contract Length: 6 Months
Pay Rate: 14.04 per hour (PAYE)
About the Role:
Our client, a leading name in life sciences, is seeking two Manufacturing Technicians to join their Cardiff-based team on a 6-month contract. This role supports the manufacture, dispensing, and packaging of catalogue and custom products, playing a key role in delivering high-quality solutions that impact global healthcare and research.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform manufacturing, automated dispensing, and packing activities according to documented procedures
Work collaboratively to meet production targets and customer expectations
Complete all required documentation accurately and in accordance with GDP standards
Maintain a clean and safe working environment, reporting any safety issues promptly
About You:
Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality
Well-organized and capable of following procedures precisely
Flexible and quick to learn new tasks
Prior experience in a lab or manufacturing environment is highly desirable
Apply now to join a forward-thinking life sciences company and help support critical manufacturing operations.
Manufacturing Operator
Posted 4 days ago
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Production Operatives
Pentwyn | 12.21 - 12.34 per hour | Monday to Thursday | 38.45 hours a week |
Acorn is seeking Production Operatives to join their well-established client based in Pentwyn.
Your role will be to assist in all aspects of the manufacturing process, utilising relevant equipment and machinery used in the making of HAD products. This role offers a variation in responsibilities and the opportunity to learn a broad range of new skills in a fast-paced environment.
Details:
- Monday to Thursday 7.30am to 4.30pm.
- Friday 7.30am to 12.15pm.
- 12.21 per hour for the first 12 weeks.
- 12.34 per hour from 13 weeks onwards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform tasks to given instruction to achieve quantity and quality targets.
- Responsible for the product quality and output of their operation or process.
- Report problems with material or equipment to Process Controllers.
- Carry out monthly stock check of materials in your area.
- Keep working area clean and tidy, in line with 5S.
- Undertake any duties requested by your Process Controllers or Team Leaders.
- Observe all instructions ensuring personal Health and Safety and that of others.
- Report any potential safety hazards to the Process Controller.
- Undergo training and development to increase flexibility in task performance throughout the Company.
- Follow procedures laid down by ISO9002 to maintain quality standards.
- Work as part of a team to drive efficiency and standards.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required:
- 1-2 years experience within a fast-paced production environment.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Able to demonstrate reliability, flexibility, and attention to detail.
- Must possess good communication skills.
- Awareness of quality standards.
- NVQ Level 1-2 in Process Operations would be beneficial.
- This role will involve an element of manual labour.
Interested? Apply now or contact Ceri at the Acorn by Synergie Head Office in Newport!
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
Manufacturing Technician
Posted 10 days ago
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**We are PCI.**
Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI.
Join us and be part of building the bridge between life changing therapies and patients. Let's talk future ( Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:**
_PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status._
_At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company's purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity - at every level. We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture._
Why work for PCI Pharma Services?
At PCI, we have an uncompromising focus on providing quality and operational excellence and providing the industry leading customer experience. Our people make all of this happen, so providing an industry leading experience for our people is equally as important. By creating an authentic culture of purposeful work, we aspire to be an interesting and fulfilling place for talented individuals to grow careers. We live a philosophy of intentional learning combined with real-life experience supported by a fair and competitive rewards program. We are individuals, teams and a company that believes in our purpose and our approach is simple, the people who work at PCI fuel our business; we don't say no, we figure out how.
PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled
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Manufacturing Engineer
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Company : Safran Seats
Job field : Industrial Engineering
Location : Cwmbran , Wales , United Kingdom
Contract type : Permanent
Contract duration : Full-time
Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager
# 2025-161575
Apply with one click Any questions ?
**Job Description**
In the UK, Safran Seats specialises solely in the First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide body aircraft, with industrial and engineering teams in Cwmbran and Newport, Wales and Brackley, England.
The purpose you will have will be to have a good knowledge and understanding of the new product introduction process and be working at an advanced beginner/competent level.
Key Responsibilities will include:
? Participate in design reviews throughout each phase of the new product introduction process
and make improvement suggestions
Evaluate new product designs using 3D CAD model and mock-ups and log issues. Coordinate design for assembly/manufacture reviews and give feedback with improvement suggestions.
Ensure development mock-ups are built to schedule. Evaluate design, log issues and feedback to design engineers. Make improvement suggestions and validate solutions
Conduct make vs buy analysis on new product designs and look for optimisation
opportunities. Work with the purchasing and design departments to drive required changes
Calculate production capacity requirements based on customers' demand and identify production tooling and space requirements.
Estimate build times and required number of stations for new production processes. Carry out line balancing of operations
Produce APQP & PPAP documentation - process flow, PFMEA, control plan, work
instructions, MSA & capability studies
Prepare and lead PFMEA reviews. Use the outcome to drive product and process
improvements
Perform validation and verification of product design to satisfy customers quality and performance expectations as stipulated by systems engineering requirements
Identify tooling and equipment requirements for new assembly processes and write specification documents that will be used as basis for supplier quotation. Work with suppliers to ensure requirements are met.
Support the programme team in the delivery of industrialisation milestones for key events such as PDR, CDR, Test builds, PTR and PPAP
Check accuracy of BOM against build requirements and communicate any discrepancies to the design team.
Participate in and contribute to route cause analysis sessions. Resolve assigned actions and feed back to team
Compile and update industrialisation timing plan for new programmes and feed into programme level timing plan. Communicate tasks on a critical path to programme team
Compile required information for programme and department gate reviews. Present information for department gate reviews and seek approval to progress to the next gate
Follow the engineering change request procedure as per company policy
Communicate effectively and professionally with customers and suppliers and ensure confidentiality of information is maintained at all times
Ensure compliance with the company's health and safety policy at all times
**Job Requirements**
Candidate skills:
B.Eng. in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Aerospace Engineering OR HND gained through an apprenticeship
Minimum of 2 years of experience in an aerospace or automotive manufacturing environment
Basic knowledge of design for manufacture and assembly principles
Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes
Interrogation of 3D CAD modelling software
Ability to interpret 2D drawings
No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to hear from you!
Our employees are at the heart of our success, as we work together for our sustainable future. There are four People Fundamentals that underpin life at Safran:
- We believe in and promote diversity and inclusion as key values across our business
- We develop our colleagues skills and build opportunities so you can shape our future
- We create a trustworthy work place to support you, as you dare to act and innovate
- We encourage collaboration and mutual support for you and your colleagues
**But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)**
What We'll Offer
As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you'll receive:
- 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Industry leading pension scheme with salary sacrifice employer contributions up to 10%.
- Private medical cover (to include Digital GP and rapid access Physio with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members.
- Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle to work and Octopus EV Scheme
- 4 x Life Assurance
- Up to 10% Annual Bonus
- Interactive benefits platform including wide range of discretionary benefits including technology, retail benefits, income protection.
- Enhanced family friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave) and employee assistance programme
- Annual share save schemes.
- Option for hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. Benefit from support through Safran University and our internal Training and Development Schools
This role is subject to pre-employment checks, including but not limited to criminal record checks. While having unspent convictions may not necessarily prevent you from being employed, you are required to disclose any unspent convictions during the recruitment process. Only candidates who successfully pass these checks will be considered for employment.
**Company Information**
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.
Safran Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world.
**Locate your future workplace**
Llantarnam Industrial ParkNP44 3HQ
Cwmbran
Wales United Kingdom
Safran is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Manufacturing Engineer
Posted 10 days ago
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Company : Safran Seats
Job field : Industrial Engineering
Location : Cwmbran , Wales , United Kingdom
Contract type : Permanent
Contract duration : Full-time
Professional status : Technician
# 2025-159131
Apply with one click Any questions ?
**Job Description**
At Safran Seats, we are unique within aerospace, as we interface with both the world's biggest airlines and airframers alike, with the largest seats portfolio of all seats suppliers. One day you could be liaising with one of the world's largest airframers, and the next, some of the biggest airline brands around the world!
In the UK, Safran Seats specialises solely in the First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide body aircraft, with industrial and engineering teams in Cwmbran and Newport, Wales and Brackley, England.
The purpose of this role is to be responsible for the development and introduction of new and updated products into production on time, to cost and to a high quality standard. As a manufacturing engineer, you will have a good knowledge and understanding of the new product introduction process and be working at an advanced beginner/competent level.
Key Responsibilities will include:
? Participate in design reviews throughout each phase of the new product introduction process and make improvement suggestions
? Evaluate new product designs using 3D CAD model and mock-ups and log issues. Coordinate design for assembly/manufacture reviews and give feedback with improvement suggestions.
? Ensure development mock-ups are built to schedule. Evaluate design, log issues and feedback to design engineers. Make improvement suggestions and validate solutions
? Conduct make vs buy analysis on new product designs and look for optimisation
opportunities. Work with the purchasing and design departments to drive required changes
? Calculate production capacity requirements based on customers' demand and identify production tooling and space requirements.
? Estimate build times and required number of stations for new production processes. Carry out line balancing of operations
? Produce APQP & PPAP documentation - process flow, PFMEA, control plan, work
instructions, MSA & capability studies
? Prepare and lead PFMEA reviews. Use the outcome to drive product and process
improvements
? Perform validation and verification of product design to satisfy customers quality and performance expectations as stipulated by systems engineering requirements
? Identify tooling and equipment requirements for new assembly processes and write specification documents that will be used as basis for supplier quotation. Work with suppliers to ensure requirements are met.
? Support the programme team in the delivery of industrialisation milestones for key events such as PDR, CDR, Test builds, PTR and PPAP
? Check accuracy of BOM against build requirements and communicate any discrepancies to the design team.
**Job Requirements**
Candidate skills:
B.Eng. in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Aerospace Engineering OR
HND gained through an apprenticeship Essential
Minimum of 2 years of experience in an aerospace or automotive
manufacturing environment Essential
Basic knowledge of design for manufacture and assembly principles Essential
Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes Essential
Interrogation of 3D CAD modelling software Essential
Ability to interpret 2D drawings
Our employees are at the heart of our success, as we work together for our sustainable future. There are four People Fundamentals that underpin life at Safran:
- We believe in and promote diversity and inclusion as key values across our business
- We develop our colleagues skills and build opportunities so you can shape our future
- We create a trustworthy work place to support you, as you dare to act and innovate
- We encourage collaboration and mutual support for you and your colleagues
What We'll Offer
As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you'll receive:
- 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Industry leading pension scheme with salary sacrifice employer contributions up to 10%.
- Private medical cover (to include Digital GP and rapid access Physio with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members.
- Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle to work and Octopus EV Scheme
- 4 x Life Assurance
- Interactive benefits platform including wide range of discretionary benefits including technology, retail benefits, income protection.
- Enhanced family friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave) and employee assistance programme
- Annual share save schemes.
- Option for hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. Benefit from support through Safran University and our internal Training and Development Schools
- Get involved in our corporate social responsibility activities from sustainability initiatives, charity and fundraising, volunteering days, or supporting STEM activities at local schools and colleges nurturing the next generation of talent
Please apply and submit your CV today! Once your CV has been reviewed, we will contact you with the next stages.
This role is subject to pre-employment checks, including but not limited to criminal record checks. While having unspent convictions may not necessarily prevent you from being employed, you are required to disclose any unspent convictions during the recruitment process. Only candidates who successfully pass these checks will be considered for employment.
**Company Information**
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.
Safran Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world.
**Locate your future workplace**
Llantarnam Industrial ParkNP44 3HQ
Cwmbran
Wales United Kingdom
Safran is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Manufacturing Engineer - Bedwas
Posted 4 days ago
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Manufacturing Engineer
Caerphilly CF83
Commutable from Cardiff, Nantgarw, Caerphilly, Newport, Bedwas, Blackwood, Pontypridd
£40-50,000
Benefits:-
- 27 Days + Bank Holidays
- Workplace pension scheme
- Life insurance cover
- Health scheme
- Specsavers vouchers
- Company sick pay
- Free tea & coffee
- Free parking
- Long service awards
- Target incentives bonus
- Christmas 'Thank You' vouchers
- Flexible working
- Free uniform
Hunter Selection are working with a leading manufacturer based in Caerphilly, on the outskirts of Cardiff. This is a great time to join an expanding business, following a period of sustained growth they are looking to introduce new products off the back of recently won contracts. The business are looking to recruit a Manufacturing Engineer to bolster their engineering department. This role will suit an experienced manufacturing engineer with experience of maintaining manufacturing processes, project activities and continuous improvement initiatives. Providing you with an excellent benefits package and great job security, this is a great opportunity to join an established business.
Role & Responsibilities:
- Interpret engineering drawings to identify current and new processes required for efficient manufacture of products to customer specifications
- Creation of CNC programs for new and existing products using CADCAM software packages and ISO code writing
- Design of jigs, fixtures and tooling for efficient manufacture of components
- Using customer and internal CAD data to create Bill of Material, production routing, finishing and packaging requirements. Accurately enter this data onto the ERP system
- Interpret engineering drawings to identify current and new processes required for efficient manufacture of products to customer specifications
- Interface with the sales and production departments to ensure projects are completed to achieve customer satisfaction and on time delivery
- Ensure products are manufactured in accordance with all relevant industry standards and Customer requirements
- Collaborate with the quality department in response to any customer concerns, follow the 8D process of containment and implementation of corrective and preventative actions
Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
- 3 years' experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role.
- Experience of CNC Machining.
- Experience with CADCAM.
- Excellent 3D CAD skills.
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To apply please email your CV / resume to
If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.
Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.
Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Job Tenure: Permanent Salary: £000 - 000 per annum Location: Bedwas, Caerphilly