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Technical Manager (Electrical Appliances) \n Wigan \n Full-Time | Office Based \n Competitive Salary (Dependent on Experience) \n Are you an experienced electrical professional with a background in household appliances, product testing or technical compliance? \n Our client is a well-established business specialising in the sourcing, development and supply of household electrical appliances. Working with international manufacturing partners, they are committed to delivering high-quality, safe and compliant products to the UK market. \n They are now looking to recruit a Technical Manager to join their Technical team. Despite the job title, this is not a people management role. Instead, you'll use your technical expertise to assess products, drive quality improvements and ensure products meet all relevant safety and compliance standards before reaching customers. \n The Role \n Working closely with internal departments, suppliers and third-party testing organisations, you'll play a key role throughout the product lifecycle, ensuring products are safe, reliable and fit for purpose. \n Your responsibilities will include: \n\n • Assessing the quality, safety and performance of household electrical appliances.\n, • Reviewing new products before launch and recommending product improvements.\n, • Investigating product quality issues, customer complaints and returned products.\n, • Carrying out root cause analysis and supporting corrective actions.\n, • Working closely with OEM manufacturers and suppliers to improve product quality.\n, • Reviewing technical documentation, product test reports and compliance records.\n, • Ensuring products meet relevant UK and international safety standards.\n, • Monitoring supplier performance and supporting continuous quality improvements.\n, • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches.\n\n About You \n We're keen to speak with candidates who have: \n\n • An electrical background, such as an Electrician, White Goods Engineer, Electrical Service Engineer or similar.\n, • A minimum of three years' post-qualification experience within manufacturing, product testing or a laboratory environment involving household electrical appliances.\n, • Strong technical knowledge of electrical products and installations.\n, • Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills.\n, • Experience investigating product quality or technical issues.\n, • Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders.\n, • A proactive approach and excellent attention to detail.\n\n Desirable Experience \n Experience in any of the following would be advantageous: \n\n • Household or domestic electrical appliances\n, • Product testing\n, • Product compliance\n, • Quality Assurance\n, • Root Cause Analysis\n, • CE / UKCA compliance\n, • EMC, LVD, RoHS or REACH\n, • Technical documentation\n, • Supplier quality or technical support\n\n Why Apply? \n This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business where you'll have a direct impact on the quality, safety and performance of products supplied to customers across the UK. \n If you're looking for a technically focused role where your expertise will influence product development and quality, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Hotpoint as a Trainee Field Service Engineer, learning to diagnose and repair household appliances in customers' homes. Full training provided, no prior experience needed, with a career path towards a permanent role.

Our client is a well established and well respected business that due to a strong period of growth and expansion, they are currently seeking an experienced Commercial Gas Engineer to join a busy and growing Commercial Catering Service team operating across the North West. This is a full-time, permanent position focused exclusively on commercial and retail sites — no domestic work. Key Responsibilities: Attend reactive breakdowns and diagnose faults on commercial gas appliances and associated plant Complete reactive repairs and follow-up works Carry out planned servicing of gas appliances and systems Complete all gas safety documentation accurately and in a timely manner What We’re Looking For: Minimum 3 years’ experience in commercial gas maintenance and breakdowns Servicing in the Catering industry Valid Commercial ACS certification (essential) Domestic ACS, OFTEC, or oil experience (advantageous but not essential) Full UK driving licence (essential) Additional certifications such as IPAF, PASMA, CSCS are desirable Strong fault-finding skills and ability to work independently What’s on Offer: £42,000 – £55,000 base salary Company vehicle with fuel card (private use available) 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) Regular overtime and call-out bonuses Company pension Company-funded training and development (e.g. F-Gas, additional gas tickets) Supplied uniform, PPE, testing equipment, and PDA Supportive team environment and career progression opportunities Benefits: Company vehicle Company pension Excellent overtime rates and earning potential

Start Your Career as a Trainee Field Service Engineer with Hotpoint Are you ready to launch a hands-on career with one of the UK's most trusted appliance brands? Hotpoint is offering an exciting opportunity to train and qualify as a Trainee Field Service Engineer. No experience? No problem - we'll give you all the training you need to succeed! If you enjoy fixing things, love working with your hands, and want a job where every day is different, this could be the perfect fit for you. About the Role As a Trainee Field Service Engineer, you'll be out on the road, visiting customers' homes to diagnose and repair household appliances. You'll be the friendly face of Hotpoint, helping people get their appliances back up and running. What you'll be doing: Driving your own Hotpoint van to customer appointments Diagnosing and repairing appliances like tumble dryers, electrical cookers, washing machines Providing top-notch customer service Managing your tools and spare parts stock Promoting our trusted Hotpoint productsYour Training Journey We'll fully support you from day one with a blend of classroom learning, hands-on experience, and on-the-job training: Welcome Induction (2 days) - Meet your team, collect your equipment, and learn key safety info Shadowing - Join an experienced engineer on the road to see the job in action Phase 1 Training (2 weeks) - Technical training at our specialist centre in Peterborough On-the-Job Learning (6 - 9 months) - Build your skills with real customers Phase 2 Training (1 week) - Level up your knowledge learning another applianceWhat You'll Need We're looking for people who are: Passionate about customer service Interested in electrics, mechanics, or hands-on problem-solving Hold a full UK manual driving licence Physically fit - able to move and lift appliances Eligible to work in the UK No previous field engineering experience is required - just a great attitude and a willingness to learn!What's In It for You? Pay: £27,377 - £28,352 per year (daily rate equivalent via umbrella company) Bonuses: Commission + overtime opportunities Vehicle: Fully equipped company van + fuel card Time Off: 20 days holiday + bank holidays increasing to 25 days once permanent Progression: The chance to move into a permanent role within 12 months with even more rewardsWhy Choose Hotpoint? Learn from the best with industry-leading training Join a globally respected brand trusted by millions Enjoy a secure career path with opportunities to grow Be part of a team that values skill, effort, and dedicationReady to Apply? This is more than just a job - it's the start of a long-term career where you'll learn new skills, meet great people, and be proud of what you do. Hit Apply and take the first step to becoming a fully qualified Field Service Engineer with Hotpoint. For further information please contact the academy team