28 Technical jobs in Kirkham

Technical Sales Support Executive

Liverpool (South)

Excellent Salary plus benefits

37.5 Hours/week

My client, working in the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector , is looking for a sales support executive to work in a newly created , exciting and varied permanent position.

The client has a superb working environment and a growing headcount. Some working from home and flexibility in start time is also available.

This is a client facing, commercial role where you project manage the tender process.

A combination of client facing skills, commercial nous and project coordination skills are required. You don't need to be an engineer, but a technical understanding (e.g. engineering/construction/utilities) would certainly help.

This is a great opportunity to join a really impressive company.

The Role

1. Full time, permanent, brand-new position within the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector
2. Project coordination of the tender process, providing the link between internal teams and the customer
3. Areas will include managing sales proposals, attending customer teams meetings, compiling quotes and tenders, support costing reviews and managing the pre-order project process.

The Person

1. Academic and/or working background in a technical environment (engineering/construction/utilities etc.)
2. Experience within a customer facing commercial position
3. Ability/experience to manage sales proposal projects

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Nick Smith at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

This position requires a combination of technical expertise, leadership, and a strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all gas systems and appliances are maintained, repaired, and operated safely, efficiently, and in accordance with the latest regulations and company standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and supervise the gas maintenance team, ensuring high levels of performance, safety, and customer satisfaction.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee all gas-related maintenance, repair, and installation activities, including routine inspections, servicing, and emergency responses.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, and company standards and practices related to gas safety, including the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, suppliers, and other external partners to ensure high-quality and cost-effective services.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement risk management strategies to minimize hazards associated with gas systems and appliances.
• Provide technical expertise and advice on gas safety and maintenance issues to team members, clients, and tenants.
• Develop and implement training programs for the gas maintenance team to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Manage budgets, procurement, and inventory related to gas maintenance operations, ensuring cost efficiency and financial accountability.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports on all gas maintenance activities, incidents, and compliance checks.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a supervisory or managerial role within maintenance or facilities management sector.
• Thorough understanding of gas safety regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the capability to work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using maintenance management software and standard office applications.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with industry advancements.
• A valid driver's license and the willingness to travel to different sites within the Glasgow area.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive and dynamic environment.
• The chance to work for a company that values sustainability, innovation, and excellence.
• A role that offers variety, challenge, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on the safety and comfort of our clients and their properties.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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.

We are delighted to be recruiting for aTechnical Assistant for a fantastic client based in South shore Blackpool. This role is suitable for people commuting from Cleveleys, Bispham, Layotn, Hambleton, Lytham, St Annes, Kirkham and Preston.

Technical Assistant Salary: 25,000- 30,000

Technical Assistant Hours: 9am-5pm Monday to Friday

Technical Assistant Company benefits:

- Onsite parking

- Company pension scheme

- 25 Days holiday plus bank holidays

Technical Assistant roles and responsibilities:

- Entering and updating raw material information and new product specifications onto the technical MRP program

- Regular monitoring of approved specifications of raw materials against materials from new suppliers

-Approving new raw materials and entering onto the system

-Completing customer documentation or questionnaires

-Responding to customer enquiries giving complete and accurate information.

-Involvement in laboratory based trials for new raw materials and/or product formulations

-Assisting technical with the generation and updating of product and raw material specifications.

-Generation of Quality Attribute Sheets that comply with customer and legal specifications and requirements

-Reporting any non-conformities.

Our idealTechnical Assistant

- Time management

-Attention to detail

-IT literate

- Strong communicator

If this role is permanent, gap personnel is operating as the employment agency. If this job is a temporary role, gap personnel is operating as the employment business. Gap personnel is committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job.

Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future.

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This position requires a combination of technical expertise, leadership, and a strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all gas systems and appliances are maintained, repaired, and operated safely, efficiently, and in accordance with the latest regulations and company standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and supervise the gas maintenance team, ensuring high levels of performance, safety, and customer satisfaction.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee all gas-related maintenance, repair, and installation activities, including routine inspections, servicing, and emergency responses.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, and company standards and practices related to gas safety, including the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, suppliers, and other external partners to ensure high-quality and cost-effective services.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement risk management strategies to minimize hazards associated with gas systems and appliances.
• Provide technical expertise and advice on gas safety and maintenance issues to team members, clients, and tenants.
• Develop and implement training programs for the gas maintenance team to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Manage budgets, procurement, and inventory related to gas maintenance operations, ensuring cost efficiency and financial accountability.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports on all gas maintenance activities, incidents, and compliance checks.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a supervisory or managerial role within maintenance or facilities management sector.
• Thorough understanding of gas safety regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the capability to work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using maintenance management software and standard office applications.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with industry advancements.
• A valid driver's license and the willingness to travel to different sites within the Glasgow area.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive and dynamic environment.
• The chance to work for a company that values sustainability, innovation, and excellence.
• A role that offers variety, challenge, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on the safety and comfort of our clients and their properties.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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.

We are delighted to be recruiting for aTechnical Assistant for a fantastic client based in South shore Blackpool. This role is suitable for people commuting from Cleveleys, Bispham, Layotn, Hambleton, Lytham, St Annes, Kirkham and Preston.

Technical Assistant Salary: 25,000- 30,000

Technical Assistant Hours: 9am-5pm Monday to Friday

Technical Assistant Company benefits:

- Onsite parking

- Company pension scheme

- 25 Days holiday plus bank holidays

Technical Assistant roles and responsibilities:

- Entering and updating raw material information and new product specifications onto the technical MRP program

- Regular monitoring of approved specifications of raw materials against materials from new suppliers

-Approving new raw materials and entering onto the system

-Completing customer documentation or questionnaires

-Responding to customer enquiries giving complete and accurate information.

-Involvement in laboratory based trials for new raw materials and/or product formulations

-Assisting technical with the generation and updating of product and raw material specifications.

-Generation of Quality Attribute Sheets that comply with customer and legal specifications and requirements

-Reporting any non-conformities.

Our idealTechnical Assistant

- Time management

-Attention to detail

-IT literate

- Strong communicator

If this role is permanent, gap personnel is operating as the employment agency. If this job is a temporary role, gap personnel is operating as the employment business. Gap personnel is committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job.

Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future.

By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy

The team is growing!

Our client is based in Wigan and is looking for a passionate and driven Technical Manager for retail clients working with manufacturing partners; they are responsible for launching dozens of new products each year. There will be lots to learn; they are unique in their approach, and you will report to the Technical Director. They are seeking someone who can travel regularly around the UK and Europe, about 30% of their time. There will also be days at the head office, plus a day per week from home. Salary £40-50k with bonus opportunity.

The Role

You will be responsible for continuing to deliver best-in-class systems internally and at the manufacturing partners across the UK and Europe. As the business goes from strength to strength, we must ensure that factory standards, product integrity and quality remain at the heart of our growth. In addition, you will work cross-functionally and respond to seasonal pressures across the business.

• You will build and maintain a strong, long-lasting strategic partnership with customers.
• You will be allocated a set of manufacturing partners based across Europe, for which you must develop a trusted relationship through a mixture of on-site visits and online communication.
• You will drive continual improvement in factory standards with your manufacturing partners and effectively manage any risks involving you taking a leading role during a crisis scenario.
• You will have an open-minded approach to support the commercial and development functions in landing exciting new business opportunities.
• You'll need to take control of high-importance product issues and communicate solutions effectively with colleagues and customers.
• You will have a keen eye for detail and be able to identify where quality issues exist (and find a pragmatic solution).
• You'll be expected to support the Snr Technical Manager & Technical Director in setting strategic goals for the future.

• You will sometimes need to support other team members with product specifications, artwork approval and technical innovation.  Here, they work as one team.

The Candidate

We are looking for someone in a Food Technical Manager role who wants to join a dynamic organisation with a proven track record of improving site standards and product quality. You will have experience within a retail technical role and a qualification in a food-related subject or food industry background ideally with a HACCP Level 3 and an internal or lead audit qualification (or the desire to get one). With a willingness to travel extensively in the UK and Europe, you will need a driving licence and be prepared to fly/drive overseas. It's an excellent opportunity to work further afield whilst being based in the UK.  The sites will be split between three of you.

You will have demonstrated an ability to communicate effectively, present and influence credibly at all levels; you will have a proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

The systems they work with are Microsoft Office, in a growing team within an open-plan office.

If this sounds like something you would like to know more about, please send over your information or call us for a further discussion.

Technical Manager - Food and Fresh Produce
Vacancy Reference: 49141 AB

*This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.*

Do you have experience in a Technical Manager position?

Have you got a background within Food or Fresh Produce?

Are you experienced in BRC and customer audits?

If yes to the above, this could be the role for you…

The Company:
Our client is a well-known and respected produce company, providing high quality products to a variety of clients.

The Job Role:
Reporting into the Head of Technical, this role is responsible for the Technical Governance of the site through the implementation of robust systems for Food Safety, Integrity, Quality & Legality. As part of the site management team, the Technical Manager will lead and develop the technical team and work closely with the production team to drive and improve site food safety & quality performance. This role will be the key contact for Customer Technical teams, ensuring the site develops and maintains an audit ready culture, maintaining compliance with BRC and all Customer technical compliance standards.

Location: North Lancashire - based on site full time.

Salary Package: £45,000 - £50,000 basic salary depending on skills and experience + 28 days holiday including bank holidays + standard pension contribution.

Key Responsibilities:
To manage and develop the quality systems, driving improvements in safety, legality and quality and reducing costs.

Approve, manage, and review existing and new suppliers to ensure compliance with raw material specifications and intake checks.

Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety legislation, customer Codes of Practice (COP), and industry best practices.

Maintain and manage the HACCP plan, ensuring regular reviews and effective implementation.

Investigate and respond to customer complaints in a timely manner, conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.

Lead the BRC preparation team to ensure the company is audit-ready at all times.

To review, audit and challenge factory operations, and quality systems to ensure that manufacturing operations maintain the highest standards of food safety, authenticity, legality, Quality and product integrity in line with customer COP.

Ensure that the technical team Investigate and respond to customer complaints within a timely manner, following through on corrective actions and ensuring further training is completed where appropriate. Raising issues to all senior management as appropriate.

Drive own personal development through training and work-based experience.

To take responsibility for the Health and Safety of you & employees.

To become main technical contact for customers on routine audits and daily matters.

To undertake such other duties as may be required from time to time, that reasonably fall within the scope and grade of the post. Any other duty as may be considered necessary to assist the business.

Key Performance Indicators:
Quality systems are effective, regularly reviewed, and improved.

Suppliers are continually reviewed and challenged on non-conformances. Action plans in place for poor performing suppliers.

Products are consistently produced in a safe and compliant environment.

HACCP plan is reviewed and effective for site.

Timely and thorough investigations leading to corrective and preventive actions.

No major non-conformances in external audits and regulatory inspections.

Internal audit schedule is up to date and carried out by trained, competent auditors. Ensure products are produced in a food safe environment and maintain all current COP and legislative / auditing body requirements.

All customer complaints are investigated to understand root cause analysis. Recurring issues are identified and escalated with an action plan for improvement.

Continuous development within role.

Health & Safety is paramount at all times.

Customers are confident in the technical function and a good working relationship is established and maintained.

Candidate Requirements:
Essential:
Previous experience as a Technical Manager within an FMCG business; ideally a fresh produce environment.
Degree or Further education qualifications in a Science related subject.
Experience in leading a BRC and customer audits.
Demonstrable experience working with B to B / retailers and enforcement bodies.
Excellent communication skills.
Works well under pressure.
Highly professional.
Organised.
Decisive.
Innovative thinker and problem solver.
Commercially aware.
Excellent attention to detail.
IT Literate / proficient at using Microsoft office.
Excellent English (both spoken and written skills).

Desirable:
Food industry experience with fresh produce
HACCP level 4
3rd party auditing skills

Keywords:
Technical Manager, Technical Management, Food Jobs, Fresh Produce Jobs, Jobs in Technical, Technical Jobs, Quality Assurance, Quality Manager, Quality Management, Food Manager, Food Management, Fresh Produce, Food Quality, Agri FJ, Agricultural Recruitment, Agricultural and Farming Jobs.

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Please send your CV to; Angel Bains - Recruitment Delivery Consultant

We thank all applicants who apply for this role. However, please be advised that only those short listed for an interview will be contacted. Please be assured that your job application will be managed in complete confidence and your personal details will not be passed to any third party without your prior permission. Established in 2013, Agricultural and Farming Jobs provide outstanding recruitment head-hunting and job advertising services. We are the trusted recruitment partner of choice to industry leading organisations across the UK and Internationally. We recruit specifically for all roles within the sectors of: Agriculture, Farming, Horticulture, Food and Fresh Produce, Vet, Pet and Animal Health, Agrochemicals, Fertilisers and Seeds, Software and Technology, Machinery, Technical and Engineering and specialist Education.

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service.

VolkerEnergy have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Director to join our team.

As the Energy sector in Volker group grows, we have an exciting opportunity to expand our team with a new Technical Director of EHV electricity transmission projects.

Volker Wessels Group has a long history of delivery of EHV cable projects and complex major HDD schemes. The Volker Infra brand previously used to deliver these works has now been rebranded as Volker Energy.

In recent years we have transitioned from delivering Tier 2 works for National Grid and Tier 1 works for offshore wind farm clients to being in a tier 1 position across the regulated and non-regulated sectors, with schemes up to 100m in civils value being delivered.

The role, reporting to the Sector Director for Energy, would be responsible to leading technical development and delivery across all EHV cable projects in the regulated and non-regulated sectors.

Projects vary from full EPC schemes in the regulated sector for National Grid, to civils only in the regulated and non-regulated sectors acting in a tier 1 Principal Contractor role and in a tier 2 sub contractor role.

Our projects are situated all over the UK and the successful candidate must be prepared and able to support projects and site teams across this geography. We have head offices in Preston and central London with area offices elsewhere in the UK and a new dedicated Energy division office to be opened in 2025, which the successful candidate will be involved in the decision-making process on location.

With steady controlled growth contained with our business plan out to 2030, the role will be forefront in expanding the success existing team into a significant contactor in the market.

Key Accountabilities:

The Technical Director will be responsible for the technical support, compliance and development of our portfolio of works, through preconstruction, to delivery and handover. With support from Operations Managers covering our HDD specialist business, Operations Manager for EHV transmission and Commercial Manager.

Operational Performance

Health, safety, wellbeing, quality and environmental

Team leadership and development

Solution Development

Financial and Commercial Performance

Programme Management and Project Controls

Delivery Management

Business Growth

About you

What key attributes we are looking for in our successful candidate

• Innovative mindset with ability to optimise resources to achieve both short-term goals and long-term sustainability.
• Outcome focused, out-performance driven and committed to delivering customer expectations and required outcomes.
• Effective decision maker that takes accountability for their aspects of a project/ portfolio, including health, safety, wellbeing, environment, time, quality, cost (profit margin), customer satisfaction, staff retention and progression.
• Experience in a similar or related role with previous involvement through the two-stage project delivery.
• Experience of collaborating with and influencing customers, key stakeholders, partners, suppliers and staff at all levels.
• Commercially astute with understanding of how business decisions impact the bottom line.
• Inclusive with ability to build a culture of innovation, embrace new ideas, continuously improve ways of working and step outside comfort zone.
• Degree or equivalent in civil or electrical engineering preferred

If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.

Why work with us?

VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
• Option to buy additional annual leave
• Private medical care
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
• Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
• Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
• Employee Assistance programme
• Mental health, physical health, and financial support
• 24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

If you need support with your application, please contact us at

Additional information

Note for Recruitment Agencies:

Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.

We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.

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Nights Technical Operator

Runcorn – £35,000

Mon – Fri 22.00 – 06.00

• We are seeking a passionate Technical Operator is to Operate, Maintain, Improve and Repair our new state of the art clean room within our Runcorn facility. You will support the delivery of operational KPI’s (Productivity, Quality, Safety, Health and Environment, Cost, Delivery). Working within an autonomous team the Technical Operator will drive excellent standards of production delivery and continuous improvement, whilst always protecting a safe and sustainable environment.
  
  You will be required to champion specific skills and coach others. You will have a basic understanding of key cost drivers in the clean room and will grow this in line with your project management skills
• As the Technical Operator you will be at the heart of our clean room ensuring that all KPI’s are managed
• Working closely with Sales, Supply Chain, Ecommerce and the production teams to ensure we deliver excellence to our customer
• Technical - Knowledge and application of technical skills to Operate, Maintain, Improve and Repair (OMIR) equipment. This allows production targets to be met safely, at the right level of quality and on time
• Understand the principles of mechanism and motion and be able to conduct changeovers on our bottling and pouch lines
• Identify and troubleshoot problems with the packing machines. Perform basic repairs, such as fixing jams, and resolving minor mechanical issues.
• Safety - Utilise appropriate safety and environmental procedures for people, processes, materials, products and equipment to ensure a safe working environment for the whole team
• Environment - Reduce costs due to waste and minimise impact to health, safety and the environment through working to eliminate waste
• Quality - Ensure that all aspects of Quality within the area of responsibility are in accordance with our Quality procedures to protect and promote the brand and product
• Leadership - Promote the development of a highly effective and autonomous team through strong communication, leading by example and conflict management, whilst keeping focused on goals and targets
• Coaching – Champion specific skills within the team and coach them to others in order to drive excellence
• Continuous Improvement - Use performance measures to identify and prioritise losses in production area. Apply rigorous Cost Deployment and the Zero loss concept to eliminate losses
• Problem Solving - Has the ability to identify, prioritise and address problems using appropriate tools and techniques that eliminate recurrence.
• Production Output - Agree production plan targets and review performance in order to drive functional goals at individual and team level.
• Business Awareness - Understanding of the need to meet changing demands and the role of marketing and product innovation in growing the business and increasing the company's share.

Skills & Experience Required

• Core Engineering Skills – Background in Maintenance, Bench fitting and/or Machining
• Experience of working as part of an extended team within the manufacturing sector
• Strong leadership and communication skills
  Experience of manufacturing in a Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Company
  Experience as a team member within a project Management team with an awareness of project management tools and techniques
• Growth Mindset eager to embrace challenges and continuously improve processes to help drive our team's success”

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Rewarding your skills and dedication
• Medical Insurance (CashPlan): Keeping you and your family healthy
• 50% Discount on HTC Products: Enjoy our products at half the price
• On-Site Free to Use Gym: Convenience at your workplace
• On-Site Complimentary Secure Parking: Safe and convenient parking at your workplace.
• 33 Days Annual Leave Inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Shared Success Bonus: Benefit from the company's success
• Company Pension: Secure your future with our pension plan
• Death in Service Benefit (2x Annual Salary)

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