197 Process Development jobs in the United Kingdom
Process Development Technologist
Posted 2 days ago
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About Kerry
Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. Every day, we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier, and more sustainable products consumed by billions of people worldwide. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you the opportunity to shape the future of food while exploring and growing in a truly global environment.
About the Role
Are you ready to be the driving force behind innovation at a company that blends global reputation with local heart? We’re on the lookout for a passionate Process Development Technologist to spark change, champion new products, and modernize our dynamic site in Coleraine.
Step into a pivotal role where your ideas fuel cross-departmental collaboration and continuous process improvement, shaping the future of manufacturing excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support trials and change activities in collaboration with RD&A, ensuring compliance with site procedures.
- Document and evaluate trial data, capturing all relevant outputs.
- Investigate process equipment and ingredient capabilities through supplier and industry engagement.
- Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and support quality/process improvements.
- Validate key process parameters and optimize recipe formulations for quality, yield, cost, and efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with artwork and labeling legislation.
- Identify opportunities for raw material substitution and sustainability improvements.
- Monitor daily manufacturing and quality data for continuous improvement.
- Coordinate customer visits and provide technical support.
- Deliver coaching and training across the team.
- Use systems like SAP, Optiva, and Salesforce to manage products and materials end-to-end.
- Support additional requests from the Senior Management Team.
Qualifications and Skills
- A third-level qualification in a scientific or food technology discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
- Proven experience in a food manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated success in process improvement and change management within food production.
- Hands-on experience with factory trials and product scale-up.
- Strong understanding of raw material and ingredient selection and their functional usage.
- Knowledge of customer quality standards, including microbiological and labeling requirements.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels—both internally and externally.
- A logical and structured approach to managing change.
- Customer-focused mindset, with strong interpersonal skills to represent the company credibly.
- Self-motivated, capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills to interpret key process data.
Process Development Technologist
Posted 6 days ago
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Process Development Technologist
Location: Stevenage
Salary: 45,000 - 55,000
Hours: Full-time
Are you passionate about food innovation and ready to turn great ideas into real, scalable products? We're working with a leading food manufacturer to find a talented Process Technologist to help bridge the gap between the development kitchen and the factory floor.
This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where you'll play a key part in bringing new products to life-ensuring they meet high technical and quality standards as they move from concept to launch.
You will need to be extremely technically competent and adapt at managing projects, able to Define, Detail and Coordinate Product Launch and run real timeTrial Coordination
What You'll Be Doing
*Leading the scale-up of new products from kitchen to full-scale factory production
* Organising and running factory trials for NPD (New Product Development) and EPD (Existing Product Development) projects
* Driving continuous improvement and value engineering to enhance product quality and efficiency
* Working with cross-functional teams including Technical, Operations, and Engineering to ensure smooth implementation of changes
* Supporting the introduction of new technologies aligned with the Product Development Strategy
What's On Offer
* 45,000 - 55,000 salary
* A site-based role at a major food production facility
* Real influence on how new products are developed, tested, and launched
* A chance to be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking NPD team
What We're Looking For
* A degree in Food Science or a similar technical field
* Previous experience in food manufacturing (FMCG), ideally in a process, development, or NPD-focused role
* Understanding of key food production methods-such as extrusion, frying, baking, sheeting, and flavouring
* Strong problem-solving abilities and a drive for continuous improvement
* A genuine enthusiasm for food, innovation, and quality
Ready to Help Shape the Future of Food?
If you're someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment and loves the challenge of making ideas production-ready, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to find out more!
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
Kandhu Recruitment will treat all applications confidentially. If your experience aligns with the role, we'll be in touch and may retain your information in accordance with our GDPR & Privacy Policy for relevant future opportunities. If not, we will not store your data or contact you further.
Process Development Technologist
Posted 7 days ago
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We're a leading manufacturer of convenience food in the UK and our purpose is to make everyday taste better.
We're a vibrant, fast-paced leading food manufacturer. Employing 13,300 colleagues across 16 manufacturing units and 17 distribution depots across the UK. We supply all the UK's food retailers with everything from Sandwiches, soups and sushi to cooking sauces, pickles and ready meals, and in FY24, we generated revenues of 1.8bn.
Our vast direct-to-store (DTS) distribution network, comprising of 17 depots nationwide, enables us to make over 10,500 daily deliveries of our own chilled and frozen produce and that of third parties.
Here at Spalding , we have a team of around 540 colleagues. We produce coleslaw, potato salad, salad bar bulk products (2kg), pasta salads and couscous/grains for some of the biggest retailers in the UK including Morrisons, Co-op, Asda, Aldi, Sainsbury's, Nando's and Pizza Hut. Our Spalding site has a restaurant with hot food available to all our colleagues.
What you'll be doing
As Process Development Technologist, you will carry out all relevant manufacturing projects to deliver process development and line trials successfully.
- Provide information to support the creation of customer and factory specifications which lead to the production of accurate and appropriate product labelling information
- Responsible for the planning, preparation and successful execution of process development and line trials to deliver customer requirements and process improvements
- Provide process guidance and advice to cross functional manufacturing teams to promote adoption of new practices or process for increased efficiency
- Monitor and communicate process trends to ensure launch date adherence, maximum process optimisation and effective communication to customers
- Challenge and investigate potential continuous improvement projects and facilitate relevant trials to drive process and product enhancements opportunities
- Ensure the output of all line trials are fully documented with adherence to food safety, quality standards and customer requirements are met
- Assessment of equipment capability to ensure that process standards are in line with company and customer requirements to drive improvements
- Ensure that a safe working environment exists for colleagues and that as a minimum the department meets the standards set out in the Health, Safety and Environment Policy
We're proud to be recognised in the Gender Equity Measure Top 100 for our commitment to gender equality.
- Desired: educated to degree level in a food science or related subject
- Ideally qualifications essential such as Level 3 Food Hygiene, Level 2 Health and safety, Level 2 Hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP), Level 2 Sensory Training and Level 2 Micro biological training
- Experienced in evaluation and interpretation of shelf-life results
- Experienced in interpretation of customer codes of practice
- Experienced working with different types of computer programmes and can demonstrate experience analysing project results
- Knowledge of legal labelling legislation and a variety of retailer web-based systems is desirable
- Understanding of technology relevant to business area and area of responsibility and a demonstratable understanding of technical key performance indicators
- Can demonstrate the following skills and experiences, GMP knowledge of techniques, basic hygiene principles, basic legal labelling, and basic knowledge of weight legislation
- Work experience within a food manufacturing environment and process
- Must be able to take part in taste panels
- Experience signing off packaging and artwork
- This role is Monday - Friday, flexibility will be required on start and finish times during trials
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary and job-related benefits
- Holidays
- Pension up to 8% matched
- Life insurance up to 4x salary
- Company share save scheme
- Greencore Qualifications
- Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform
- Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform
- Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies
Process Development Chemist
Posted 15 days ago
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As a Process Development Chemist, you will focus on optimising chemical processes to enhance efficiency and sustainability within the site. This permanent role focuses on the renewable energy technology and requires a detail-oriented professional with a strong technical background.
Client Details
This opportunity is with a medium-sized organisation operating in the renewable energy sector. The company is known for its innovative approach to engineering solutions and its commitment to delivering excellence in its field.
Description
- Develop and optimise chemical processes to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
- Conduct laboratory experiments and analyse data to support process improvements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new processes into production.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations in all activities.
- Prepare technical documentation, including process flow diagrams and reports.
- Monitor and troubleshoot existing manufacturing processes to ensure consistent quality.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction and sustainability improvements.
- Stay updated with advancements in process development technologies and methodologies.
Profile
A successful Process Development Chemist should have:
- A degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience in process development or manufacturing environments.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of industrial and manufacturing processes.
- Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
- Strong communication skills for collaboration with internal teams.
Job Offer
- Competitive salary in the range of 30-38k per annum.
- Permanent role with opportunities for professional growth.
- Comprehensive benefits package (details to be confirmed).
- Chance to work on cutting-edge projects in the renewable energy sectors.
If you're ready to advance your career as a Process Development Chemist, apply today to join this exciting opportunity.
Process Development Engineer
Posted 15 days ago
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Are you an experienced manufacturing or process engineer with strong CAD skills and a background in a regulated industry This is an excellent opportunity to join our client’s growing engineering and product development team in Blackburn, working on innovative projects in a highly regulated environment.
Our client is seeking a Process Development Engineer to play a key role in the design, validation, and transfer of products and processes from development through to full production. You’ll support engineering activities across equipment, processes, and documentation, ensuring compliance with quality standards and customer requirements. The role will suit a degree-qualified engineer, ideally with at least three years’ experience in a relevant setting, or a more experienced candidate with alternative qualifications.
Job Description
- Assist with the design and development of new and existing products and processes in line with customer requirements and regulatory standards
- Support the transfer of products from development to pilot and full production
- Create and maintain documentation including quality plans, FMEAs, risk assessments, SOPs and work instructions
- Provide design support across departments, including concept designs, drawings and technical documentation
- Conduct validation activities in line with internal and customer requirements
- Collaborate with customers and internal teams to resolve design and process issues
- Identify and evaluate new technologies and methods to support product development and business needs
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and process optimisation
- Attend exhibitions and customer meetings, including occasional overseas travel
- Ensure adherence to QMS, HSE and company policies at all times
Person Specification
Essential:
- Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering/scientific discipline, or significant experience in a regulated engineering role
- Ideally 3+ years’ experience in an engineering role within a regulated manufacturing environment (e.g. automotive, aerospace, medical devices)
- Strong 2D and 3D CAD skills using SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar
- Knowledge of validation processes and strict regulatory standards
- Good organisational and communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Desirable:
- Awareness of plastics and metals for use in precision engineering
- Knowledge of Lean/continuous improvement methods
- Familiarity with statistical methods for process validation
This role offers a salary of £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience, plus a range of benefits. It’s an opportunity to join a forward-thinking business in an impactful role, working on high-quality engineering solutions within a regulated environment.
To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful, you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this vacancy, if you do not hear from us within this time, you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.
Process Development Manager
Posted 15 days ago
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We're a leading manufacturer of convenience food in the UK and our purpose is to make every day.
We're a vibrant, fast-paced leading food manufacturer. Employing around 13,600 colleagues across 16 manufacturing units and 17 distribution depots across the UK. We supply all the UK's food retailers with everything from Sandwiches, soups and sushi to cooking sauces, pickles and ready meals, and in FY23, we generated revenues of 1.9bn.
Our vast direct-to-store (DTS) distribution network, comprising of 17 depots nationwide, enables us to make over 10,400 daily deliveries of our own chilled and frozen produce and that of third parties.
Here at Bow , we have a team of around 800 colleagues. We produce sandwiches, wraps, platters, sub rolls and salads for some of the biggest retailers in the UK including Sainsbury's, Co-op, Asda, Morrisons and BP Wild Bean Caf.**
What You'll Be Doing
Due to an internal promotion we are looking for a Process Development Manager. In this role you'll work closely with your team to provide process, material and equipment knowledge in order to meet customer and Greencore's requirements. You'll also work closely with customers and other departments to ensure the projects run to plan, seeking feedback at all stages.
- Responsible for the project management of all customer and category PD activity to meet the critical path and feasibility plans and ensure successful right first-time launches
- Input product knowledge and customer insight within category team to ensure product development is aligned with all key customer requirements and meets financial measurements
- Introduce, refine and robustly test the design of new product concepts throughout creative and implementation stage to ensure the feasibility, sustainability and ability to meet commercial targets
- Lead feasibility meetings/internal reviews ensuring that site teams are kept informed of all activity updates and follow up actions are completed
- Lead the PD team throughout the implementation phase, tracking progress and resolving issues identified within scale up trials, to achieve timely implementation and hit targeted launch dates
- Custodian of product quality, ensuring accurate margin target delivery against the commercial brief
- Build and maintain customer relationships, acting as the dedicated customer/category contact, to provide accurate and consistent communication internally and externally whilst identifying and resolving issues promptly
- Stakeholder management of operational peers to promote collaborative ways of working and delivery of the NPD agenda
- Develop the team capability through task focused coaching to ensure maximum performance and development to their potential
What we're looking for
- Experience of delivering high quality, sustainable, commercial products
- Ability to lead multiple projects and prioritise own and others focus accordingly
- Good understanding of food manufacturing principals demonstrated through feasibility of proposals
- Demonstrated leadership qualities
- Shows customer service values and is well respected by customers as a food authority
- Desired: food related degree
At Greencore we put our people at the core. We celebrate their differences and help everyone to be themselves at work. Together we make every day taste better.
If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success.
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary and job-related benefits
- Holidays
- Pension up to 8% matched
- Life insurance up to 4x salary
- Company share save scheme
- Greencore Qualifications
- Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform
- Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform
Process Development Technologist
Posted 6 days ago
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Process Development Technologist
Location: Stevenage
Salary: 45,000 - 55,000
Hours: Full-time
Are you passionate about food innovation and ready to turn great ideas into real, scalable products? We're working with a leading food manufacturer to find a talented Process Technologist to help bridge the gap between the development kitchen and the factory floor.
This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where you'll play a key part in bringing new products to life-ensuring they meet high technical and quality standards as they move from concept to launch.
You will need to be extremely technically competent and adapt at managing projects, able to Define, Detail and Coordinate Product Launch and run real timeTrial Coordination
What You'll Be Doing
*Leading the scale-up of new products from kitchen to full-scale factory production
* Organising and running factory trials for NPD (New Product Development) and EPD (Existing Product Development) projects
* Driving continuous improvement and value engineering to enhance product quality and efficiency
* Working with cross-functional teams including Technical, Operations, and Engineering to ensure smooth implementation of changes
* Supporting the introduction of new technologies aligned with the Product Development Strategy
What's On Offer
* 45,000 - 55,000 salary
* A site-based role at a major food production facility
* Real influence on how new products are developed, tested, and launched
* A chance to be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking NPD team
What We're Looking For
* A degree in Food Science or a similar technical field
* Previous experience in food manufacturing (FMCG), ideally in a process, development, or NPD-focused role
* Understanding of key food production methods-such as extrusion, frying, baking, sheeting, and flavouring
* Strong problem-solving abilities and a drive for continuous improvement
* A genuine enthusiasm for food, innovation, and quality
Ready to Help Shape the Future of Food?
If you're someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment and loves the challenge of making ideas production-ready, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to find out more!
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
Kandhu Recruitment will treat all applications confidentially. If your experience aligns with the role, we'll be in touch and may retain your information in accordance with our GDPR & Privacy Policy for relevant future opportunities. If not, we will not store your data or contact you further.
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Process Development Technologist
Posted 7 days ago
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We're a leading manufacturer of convenience food in the UK and our purpose is to make everyday taste better.
We're a vibrant, fast-paced leading food manufacturer. Employing 13,300 colleagues across 16 manufacturing units and 17 distribution depots across the UK. We supply all the UK's food retailers with everything from Sandwiches, soups and sushi to cooking sauces, pickles and ready meals, and in FY24, we generated revenues of 1.8bn.
Our vast direct-to-store (DTS) distribution network, comprising of 17 depots nationwide, enables us to make over 10,500 daily deliveries of our own chilled and frozen produce and that of third parties.
Here at Spalding , we have a team of around 540 colleagues. We produce coleslaw, potato salad, salad bar bulk products (2kg), pasta salads and couscous/grains for some of the biggest retailers in the UK including Morrisons, Co-op, Asda, Aldi, Sainsbury's, Nando's and Pizza Hut. Our Spalding site has a restaurant with hot food available to all our colleagues.
What you'll be doing
As Process Development Technologist, you will carry out all relevant manufacturing projects to deliver process development and line trials successfully.
- Provide information to support the creation of customer and factory specifications which lead to the production of accurate and appropriate product labelling information
- Responsible for the planning, preparation and successful execution of process development and line trials to deliver customer requirements and process improvements
- Provide process guidance and advice to cross functional manufacturing teams to promote adoption of new practices or process for increased efficiency
- Monitor and communicate process trends to ensure launch date adherence, maximum process optimisation and effective communication to customers
- Challenge and investigate potential continuous improvement projects and facilitate relevant trials to drive process and product enhancements opportunities
- Ensure the output of all line trials are fully documented with adherence to food safety, quality standards and customer requirements are met
- Assessment of equipment capability to ensure that process standards are in line with company and customer requirements to drive improvements
- Ensure that a safe working environment exists for colleagues and that as a minimum the department meets the standards set out in the Health, Safety and Environment Policy
We're proud to be recognised in the Gender Equity Measure Top 100 for our commitment to gender equality.
- Desired: educated to degree level in a food science or related subject
- Ideally qualifications essential such as Level 3 Food Hygiene, Level 2 Health and safety, Level 2 Hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP), Level 2 Sensory Training and Level 2 Micro biological training
- Experienced in evaluation and interpretation of shelf-life results
- Experienced in interpretation of customer codes of practice
- Experienced working with different types of computer programmes and can demonstrate experience analysing project results
- Knowledge of legal labelling legislation and a variety of retailer web-based systems is desirable
- Understanding of technology relevant to business area and area of responsibility and a demonstratable understanding of technical key performance indicators
- Can demonstrate the following skills and experiences, GMP knowledge of techniques, basic hygiene principles, basic legal labelling, and basic knowledge of weight legislation
- Work experience within a food manufacturing environment and process
- Must be able to take part in taste panels
- Experience signing off packaging and artwork
- This role is Monday - Friday, flexibility will be required on start and finish times during trials
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary and job-related benefits
- Holidays
- Pension up to 8% matched
- Life insurance up to 4x salary
- Company share save scheme
- Greencore Qualifications
- Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform
- Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform
- Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies
Process Development Chemist
Posted 15 days ago
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Job Description
As a Process Development Chemist, you will focus on optimising chemical processes to enhance efficiency and sustainability within the site. This permanent role focuses on the renewable energy technology and requires a detail-oriented professional with a strong technical background.
Client Details
This opportunity is with a medium-sized organisation operating in the renewable energy sector. The company is known for its innovative approach to engineering solutions and its commitment to delivering excellence in its field.
Description
- Develop and optimise chemical processes to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
- Conduct laboratory experiments and analyse data to support process improvements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new processes into production.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations in all activities.
- Prepare technical documentation, including process flow diagrams and reports.
- Monitor and troubleshoot existing manufacturing processes to ensure consistent quality.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction and sustainability improvements.
- Stay updated with advancements in process development technologies and methodologies.
Profile
A successful Process Development Chemist should have:
- A degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience in process development or manufacturing environments.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of industrial and manufacturing processes.
- Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
- Strong communication skills for collaboration with internal teams.
Job Offer
- Competitive salary in the range of 30-38k per annum.
- Permanent role with opportunities for professional growth.
- Comprehensive benefits package (details to be confirmed).
- Chance to work on cutting-edge projects in the renewable energy sectors.
If you're ready to advance your career as a Process Development Chemist, apply today to join this exciting opportunity.
Process Development Engineer
Posted 15 days ago
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Are you an experienced manufacturing or process engineer with strong CAD skills and a background in a regulated industry This is an excellent opportunity to join our client’s growing engineering and product development team in Blackburn, working on innovative projects in a highly regulated environment.
Our client is seeking a Process Development Engineer to play a key role in the design, validation, and transfer of products and processes from development through to full production. You’ll support engineering activities across equipment, processes, and documentation, ensuring compliance with quality standards and customer requirements. The role will suit a degree-qualified engineer, ideally with at least three years’ experience in a relevant setting, or a more experienced candidate with alternative qualifications.
Job Description
- Assist with the design and development of new and existing products and processes in line with customer requirements and regulatory standards
- Support the transfer of products from development to pilot and full production
- Create and maintain documentation including quality plans, FMEAs, risk assessments, SOPs and work instructions
- Provide design support across departments, including concept designs, drawings and technical documentation
- Conduct validation activities in line with internal and customer requirements
- Collaborate with customers and internal teams to resolve design and process issues
- Identify and evaluate new technologies and methods to support product development and business needs
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and process optimisation
- Attend exhibitions and customer meetings, including occasional overseas travel
- Ensure adherence to QMS, HSE and company policies at all times
Person Specification
Essential:
- Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering/scientific discipline, or significant experience in a regulated engineering role
- Ideally 3+ years’ experience in an engineering role within a regulated manufacturing environment (e.g. automotive, aerospace, medical devices)
- Strong 2D and 3D CAD skills using SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar
- Knowledge of validation processes and strict regulatory standards
- Good organisational and communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Desirable:
- Awareness of plastics and metals for use in precision engineering
- Knowledge of Lean/continuous improvement methods
- Familiarity with statistical methods for process validation
This role offers a salary of £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience, plus a range of benefits. It’s an opportunity to join a forward-thinking business in an impactful role, working on high-quality engineering solutions within a regulated environment.
To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful, you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this vacancy, if you do not hear from us within this time, you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.