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Location: Hitchin

Job Type: Full-time | Temporary with the opportunity to become permanent

Pay: From £12.80 per hour

Our client, a well-established manufacturing company based in Hitchin, is looking to recruit a Trainee Electroplater to join their production team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous production or manufacturing experience who is looking to learn a skilled trade. Full training will be provided.

This is initially a temporary position, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

• Assisting with the electroplating process following full training.
• Preparing components for plating.
• Loading and unloading products safely and efficiently.
• Carrying out quality inspections to ensure products meet company standards.
• Following health and safety procedures at all times.
• Keeping the work area clean and organised.
• Supporting the wider production team with general duties when required.

• Previous production or manufacturing experience is essential.
• Willingness to learn a new skill and develop within the business.
• Good attention to detail.
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.

• Competitive pay from £12.80 per hour .
• Full training provided.
• Free on-site parking.
• Company pension (subject to permanent employment).
• Temporary role with the opportunity to become permanent.
• A supportive working environment with opportunities for progression.

Job Title: Trainee Maintenance Technician

Type: Full Time Permeant

Location: Milton Keynes,Buckinghamshire

Ref. No.: 1036

Salary: 27,976.00 per annum

Shifts: 2 x 12-hour days, 2 x 12-hour nights, followed by 6 days off (inclusive of holiday allowance)

Please note you must have full and legal rights to work in the UK or Ireland. (We cannot sponsor or support VISA applicants).

About the Role :

We are seeking a motivated and technically minded Maintenance Technician to join our Resident Maintenance Team. In this role, you will be responsible for carrying out day-to-day preventative and corrective maintenance activities within a busy automated warehouse environment, ensuring equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and compliance with all safety and quality standards.

• Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance activities on automated equipment and systems.
• Ensure all maintenance tasks are completed safely and in accordance with legislation, site risk assessments, and company procedures.
• Work collaboratively as part of the Resident Maintenance Team to achieve operational targets.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and reliability.

Requirements:

• Qualification within Mechanical or Electrical engineering (advantageous but not essential).
• Previous experience within a maintenance or automated warehouse environment (advantageous but not essential).
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

Physical Demands & Working Environment

• Working within a busy automated warehouse environment.
• Working at heights of up to 30 metres may be required.
• Ability to work shifts as part of a rotating shift pattern.

About Us:

Wills Consultants is an independent recruitment consultancy specialising in engineering, finance and office professionals. Wills Consultants has an extensive client base that ranges from the thriving SME sector through to national and international PLCs and actively support the Armed Forces Covenant.

Trainee Estimator | Main Contractor | Stirling

Looking to start your career in estimating with a reputable main contractor?

I'm working exclusively with a well-established contractor in Stirling who is looking to appoint a Trainee Estimator to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a construction-related qualification or industry experience who is keen to develop a long-term career in estimating. You'll receive ongoing training, support from experienced professionals, and the chance to work on a variety of construction projects.

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Structured training and development
• Clear career progression
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

Origin Legal is seeking a skilled Insolvency Solicitor to become part of a dynamic and growing legal practice in the United Kingdom. This role offers the opportunity to manage high-value insolvency cases and provide tailored legal services to a diverse range of clients.

The ideal candidate should possess over a year of insolvency experience and have strong communication skills. This position includes competitive salary, work-life balance, and professional growth opportunities in a supportive culture.

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Do you have previous food production experience?

Do you have previous Machine Operation experience?

Job Title: Trainee Machine Operator

Location: Duxford, Cambridgeshire

Salary: £12.71 p/h

Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-5pm

Contract Type: Full time, temp to perm

Our client based in Duxford, Cambridgeshire is looking for Trainee Machine Operator to join their team on a temporary to permanent basis.
 

As Trainee Machine Operator your duties will include:

• Participating in the process of food manufacturing 
• Picking/Packing
• Machine Operations
• Adhere to company policies and food safety hygiene standards 
• General warehouse duties as required.

An ideal candidate for the Trainee Machine Operator will have:

• Previous food production experience
• Ability to work well within a team
• Awareness of personal safety 
• Forklift license is desierable but not essential
• Ability to meet targets set. 
   

Ideally you will have experience within a similar position. Interviews will take place in Duxford, Cambridgeshire, following a registration process by PureKat Consultancy Ltd. If we have not responded to your application within 3-5 days, unfortunately you have not been successful on this occasion, but please feel free to contact us for other opportunities. PureKat Consultancy is acting as an Employment Business for temporary vacancies and as an Employment Agency for permanent positions

Job Title: Graduate / Junior Estimator

Location: Middlesbrough

Salary: 26,000 - 28,000

Benefits:

• Competitive holiday allowance
• Pension scheme
• Full training and mentoring
• Career development opportunities
• Long-term progression into Estimator and Senior Estimator roles
  

The Company:

Our client is a highly respected specialist manufacturer operating within the faade, glazing and building envelope sector. Due to continued growth, they are looking to invest in the next generation of talent by recruiting a Graduate / Junior Estimator to join their commercial team.

This is an excellent opportunity to begin your career with a business that has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the UK. You'll receive structured training, work alongside experienced estimators and gain exposure to all aspects of the estimating process within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Job Description:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Graduate / Junior Estimator to join a growing specialist manufacturer within the construction sector.

Working alongside experienced estimators, you'll learn how to prepare quotations, interpret technical drawings, review specifications and support commercial decisions on a variety of exciting projects.

This role offers far more than a traditional office-based position. You'll work closely with customers, internal departments and senior members of the business, developing both your technical and commercial skills while building a long-term career.

Whether you're a recent graduate or someone with some industry experience looking to develop into estimating, this is an outstanding opportunity to receive first-class training and genuine career progression.

Skills & Experience:

• Degree, HNC or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architectural Technology, Construction, Building Services or a related discipline.
• OR some previous experience within construction, manufacturing or engineering looking to develop a career in estimating.
• AutoCAD experience or the ability to interpret technical drawings would be advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commercial awareness or an interest in developing commercial skills.
• Positive attitude, enthusiasm and eagerness to build a long-term career.
  

Why Should You Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to launch your career with a growing and successful manufacturing business that genuinely invests in its people.

You'll receive hands-on mentoring from experienced estimators, develop valuable technical and commercial skills, and have a clear pathway into a fully-fledged Estimator role. If you're ambitious, motivated and looking for a business where you can grow professionally, this is the perfect opportunity to get your foot in the door.

TRAINEE VEHICLE DAMAGE ASSESSOR / ESTIMATOR
Location: Stafford
Salary: Up to £38,000 DOE
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday - Friday - 08:00 - 17:00

Looking for a role where your bodyshop experience is recognised, your earning potential can grow, and your career can move in a new direction?

If you're an experienced Bodyshop Technician ready to step away from the tools and build a long-term career as a Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator, this is an outstanding opportunity to receive structured training and ongoing support within a professional accident repair centre.

Offering a competitive starting salary of up to £38,000 depending on experience, you'll gain the skills and knowledge needed to progress into one of the industry's most rewarding technical roles.

Enjoy an excellent work-life balance with a Monday to Friday working week, no weekend commitments, and the opportunity to work in a modern accident repair environment. This is the perfect opportunity for an ambitious Panel Beater, MET Technician, Paint Technician or Multi-Skilled Technician looking to utilise their repair knowledge in a customer-facing estimating career with genuine progression opportunities.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
·Competitive Salary (up to £38,000 DOE)
·Monday to Friday Working Pattern (8:00am - 5:00pm)
·40-Hour Working Week
·Full-Time, Permanent Position
·Full Training to Become a Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator
·Modern Accident Repair Centre
·Ongoing Training & Professional Development
·Genuine Career Progression Opportunities

THE ROLE
As a Trainee Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator, you will receive full training while learning how to accurately assess vehicle damage, prepare repair estimates, and liaise with customers, insurers, and the workshop team.
Using your existing bodyshop knowledge, you'll develop into a key member of the accident repair operation, ensuring repairs are correctly estimated, authorised, and completed efficiently to the highest industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:
·Learn how to inspect and assess accident-damaged vehicles
·Prepare accurate repair estimates using industry estimating systems under the guidance of experienced Vehicle Damage Assessors
·Identify repair methods, replacement parts, labour times, and repair costs
·Liaise with customers, insurance companies, engineers, and repair teams throughout the repair journey
·Work closely with Panel, Paint, and MET Technicians to ensure repair methods are accurate and achievable
·Assist in monitoring repair progress and updating customers on vehicle status
·Ensure all estimates comply with manufacturer repair methods, insurance requirements, and BS10125 standards
·Deliver excellent customer service while maintaining accurate documentation and repair records

ABOUT YOU
We're looking for an experienced Bodyshop Technician who is eager to develop their career into estimating and has the ambition to become a successful Vehicle Damage Assessor.

·Previous experience within an automotive accident repair centre or bodyshop
·Background as a Panel Beater, MET Technician, Paint Technician, Prepper, Multi-Skilled Technician, or Vehicle Technician
·Strong understanding of modern vehicle repair methods and accident repair processes
·Good technical knowledge with excellent attention to detail
·Strong communication and customer service skills
·Computer literate with the willingness to learn estimating software and bodyshop management systems
·Well organised with excellent planning and problem-solving abilities
·Positive attitude with a genuine desire to learn and develop professionally
·Ability to work effectively as part of a busy team
·Full UK Driving Licence (Essential)

Alternative Job Titles:
Trainee Vehicle Damage Assessor / Trainee Estimator / Junior Vehicle Damage Assessor / Bodyshop Estimator / Vehicle Estimator / VDA Trainee / Bodyshop Technician / Panel Beater / MET Technician / Multi-Skilled Technician / Accident Repair Technician

APPLY TODAY
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing accident repair business that believes in developing talent from within, offering full training, genuine career progression, and long-term stability.

If you're an experienced Bodyshop Technician looking to move into a rewarding Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator career where your technical knowledge will be recognised, developed, and rewarded, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now for immediate consideration and take the next step in your automotive career.
 
Contact Steve @ AutoSkills - Job Reference - 54277

About the opportunity

Netcom Training's government-funded IT Support course is your shortcut to breaking into IT and launching a career in tech. Learn the essentials - hardware, networks, cloud computing, troubleshooting and more - in an interactive online format and earn a globally recognised CompTIA Tech+ certification .

Course details

• Duration: 13 weeks
• Format: Online, practical workshops
• Schedule: Mon-Thur 6-9pm
• Start date: 17th August 2026
• Spaces: Limited to 35 learners per cohort

What you'll learn

• Setting up and maintaining secure networks
• Configuring and integrating desktop and mobile devices
• Applying cloud security and disaster recovery methods
• Understanding IT systems, legislation and business operations

Potential roles

• IT Systems Administrator
• Technical Support Technician
• Entry Level IT Technician
• Helpdesk Analyst

Additional benefits

• High-impact employability workshops
• Six months' access to online employability courses
• Ongoing career support

Eligibility

To apply, you must:

• Live in the West Midlands
• Be aged 19 or over
• Earn below the gross annual wage cap of £36,126 (West Midlands)
• Not currently be undertaking any other government-funded training
• Not be in the UK on a student, graduate, postgraduate or sponsorship visa, or as a dependent of someone who is

Cost

This is a free government funded course

Spaces are limited, so apply today to secure your place on the 17th August cohort.

Are you a passionate veterinary surgeon seeking a rewarding role within a supportive and independent practice in Northumberland? An independent practice is excited to welcome a dedicated vet to their close‑knit team. This is an exceptional chance to join a practice that values clinical freedom, professional growth, and a collaborative environment.

At this practice the focus is on delivering outstanding first‑opinion care to pets in the Northumberland area, just 30 minutes from Newcastle and on the coast. The practice boasts a loyal client base, ensuring excellent case continuity and the opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients and their owners.

The team is equipped with state‑of‑the‑art facilities, including in‑house IDEXX lab machines, advanced ultrasound, digital x‑ray, and dental x‑ray, enabling high‑quality diagnostics and treatment. The practice operates with a well‑rounded team of three vets, six registered veterinary nurses, one soon‑to‑qualify student RVN, three animal care assistants, and two receptionists.

The practice offers a flexible working environment with options for full‑time, part‑time, job sharing, and flexible hours to suit individual needs. Working hours are Monday to Thursday 8:00 am‑7:00 pm, Friday 8:00 am‑6:00 pm, Saturday 8:30 am‑12:30 pm, with bank holidays off.

Salary ranges from £55,000 to £65,000 per year depending on experience, plus bonuses and bi‑annual pay reviews. Additional benefits include five weeks of holiday, generous staff discounts, a private pension scheme with financial advisor meetings, RCVS fees paid, VDS cover, and funded CPD.

Visa sponsorship is available. The practice is committed to providing complete clinical freedom, allowing vets to work up cases and treat patients using their preferred methods and medications.

We would ideally seek someone with at least one year of clinical experience.

You must be a qualified veterinary surgeon and eligible to register with the RCVS to be considered for this role.

For further information, an informal chat, or to apply, please email Debbie Loding at or 07384  today.