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UpholstererLocation: DurhamSalary: £34,000Job Type: Permanent, Full-TimeWorking Hours: Monday to Friday, Day ShiftAbout the RoleManpower is currently recruiting for an experienced Upholsterer on behalf of a growing and well-established furniture manufacturer in Durham. Due to continued expansion, our client is looking for a skilled and motivated individual to join their production team on a permanent basis.This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong upholstery background who takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship and enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Key ResponsibilitiesFabricate and assemble upholstery components to specification.Create patterns and work from design requirements.Upholster a variety of furniture products to a high standard.Handle materials and finished products, including heavy lifting where required.Ensure all work is completed efficiently and within agreed production deadlines.Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workspace.Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve production targets.Identify and resolve upholstery-related issues during the manufacturing process.Follow all company quality and health & safety procedures.What We're Looking ForProven experience as an Upholsterer or in a similar role.Strong knowledge of upholstery techniques, materials, and processes.Ability to read and work from specifications, patterns, and designs.Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.Physically capable of carrying out lifting and handling duties.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Reliable, hardworking, and motivated with a positive attitude.BenefitsPermanent, full-time positionCompany pension schemeFree on-site parkingMonday to Friday working patternOpportunity to join a growing and successful businessSupportive and friendly working environmentApply NowIf you have upholstery experience and are looking for a stable, permanent role with an established employer in Durham, we'd love to hear from you. Apply todayIf you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.TPBN1_UKTJ

Baltic Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a leading engineering organisation specialising in the lifting, transportation, installation, and decommissioning of large-scale structures and heavy industrial equipment. \n This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Mechanical or Civil Engineering engineer with around 1-2 years' industry experience, who is looking to develop their technic... \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Warehouse Operative Cannock/Burntwood (Heavy Lifting Role).This is a Nightshift vacancy *.This is a physically demanding role within a busy, friendly, and well-organised warehouse environment.This position is not for the faint-hearted and requires a strong work ethic and good physical fitness.DX

Production Operative – Vegetable Factory (Full-Time & Part-Time) Location: Brandon We are currently recruiting Production Operatives to join a busy vegetable processing factory. This is a great opportunity to become part of a supportive team working in a fast-paced production environment. Job Overview: Working as part of a team, you will be responsible for ensuring vegetables are processed, sorted, packed, and prepared to meet customer specifications and quality standards. Main Duties: • Checking and sorting vegetables on the production line • Removing debris such as rocks, stones, and other foreign objects • Packing potato bags up to 20kg • Supporting the smooth running of the production line • Ensuring products meet customer quality specifications • Carrying out quality checks on finished products • Assisting colleagues with lifting and moving items, including heavy lifting • Reducing manual handling risks where possible • Following all health & safety procedures • Other general production duties as required Shift Pattern: • Day shifts starting at 07:00 until finish (depending on production/orders) • Full-time and part-time positions available Pay Rates: • £12.71 per hour • Overtime after 39 hours: £17.17 per hour Requirements: • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment • Good attention to detail • Willingness to carry out manual work and heavy lifting (including 20kg bags) • Team player with a positive attitude • Previous production or factory experience is beneficial but not essential Contact: For more information, please contact Contract Personnel: (phone number removed) Email your CV to

At Major Recruitment, currently seeking Production Operative to join our client's team in the pet food industry. The ideal candidate will have willingness to learn and have a "can do" approach. Please note, due to location own transport is essential. What we can offer you: Shifts - 14:00-22:00 (Mon-Fri) Pay rates from £13.19 30min breaks Weekly pay Free PPE 24/7 supportThis position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic pet food production setting, where attention to detail and adherence to quality standards are paramount. Immediate starts available. Key Responsibilities: Operate machinery safely and efficiently. Ensure product quality meets standards. Maintain a clean work area. Heavy lifting up to 25kg Packing and filling Overseeing the running of the linesRequirements: Have the right to work in the UK Previous experience in pet food manufacturing. Strong work ethic and attention to detail. Basic English level Own Transport due to client's location you must be able to reliably commute to site (no public transport links are available) - post code starts with IP26If you are a motivated individual with a keen eye for detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now! Please contact our office on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) / (url removed) Major Recruitment act as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and an Employment Business for temporary opportunities INDER

Production Operative Nights At Major Recruitment, currently seeking Production Operative to join our client's team in the pet food industry. The ideal candidate will have willingness to learn and have a "can do" approach. Please note, due to location own transport is essential. What we can offer you: Shifts - 22:00-06:00 (Mon-Fri) Pay rates from £13.64 30min breaks Weekly pay Free PPE 24/7 supportThis position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic pet food production setting, where attention to detail and adherence to quality standards are paramount. Immediate starts available. Key Responsibilities: Operate machinery safely and efficiently. Ensure product quality meets standards. Maintain a clean work area. Heavy lifting up to 25kg Packing and filling Overseeing the running of the linesRequirements: Have the right to work in the UK Previous experience in pet food manufacturing. Strong work ethic and attention to detail. Basic English level Own Transport due to client's location you must be able to reliably commute to site (no public transport links are available) - post code starts with IP26If you are a motivated individual with a keen eye for detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now! Please contact our office on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) / (url removed) Major Recruitment act as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and an Employment Business for temporary opportunities INDER

Chase Taylor Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and rapidly expanding company to recruit a Garage Door Installer to join their team covering Durham and the surrounding areas. Whether you're an experienced Garage Door Installer or have a strong background in a hands-on trade or installation role, this is an excellent opportunity to receive full training, develop your skills, and build a long-term career with a company that genuinely invests in its people. What's on Offer? • 33 days' holiday, • Full training provided, • Fully paid training course in Leeds during the first week of September, • All training, travel and associated costs covered by the company, • Ongoing support and development, • Company vehicle and fuel card, • Genuine opportunities for career progression within a fast-growing business, • Local work, • Products delivered locally, so no collecting materials from distant depots, • No heavy glass units to handle, • All products manufactured in-house at a modern, state-of-the-art facility, • Freedom to choose a local lock-up location for deliveries The Role As a Garage Door Installer, you'll be responsible for installing high-quality roller shutter garage doors at customers' homes across Durham and the surrounding local area. You'll represent the business professionally, ensuring every installation is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standard, while delivering excellent customer service. Successful candidates will attend a fully paid training course in Leeds during the first week of September. The training will cover everything you need to know to carry out the installations successfully, with all training, travel and associated costs covered by the company. Following completion of the training, you'll begin working independently across your local area with the support of the wider team. Who We're Looking For We're looking for candidates with hands-on experience in industries such as: • Construction, • Telecoms, • Building trades, • Pipefitting, • Maintenance, • Installation engineering, • Other practical installation or engineering roles Previous garage door installation experience is advantageous but not essential. If you have transferable skills and a practical background, full training will be provided. Essential Requirements You must: • Be confident using power tools and hand tools, • Be physically fit, as the role involves regular lifting and manual handling, • Have strong practical and problem-solving skills, • Be comfortable working in customers' homes and delivering excellent customer service, • Hold a full UK driving licence that has been held for at least one year, • Have a clean UK driving licence, • Be reliable, professional and have a strong work ethic, • Be able to complete site paperwork accurately and follow health and safety procedures Why Join? This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that genuinely invests in its employees, offering fully paid training, local work, excellent benefits and real opportunities to progress your career. You don't need previous garage door installation experience. If you're practical, reliable, confident with tools and looking for a long-term career, the company will provide the training and support you need to succeed. If you're looking for a long-term opportunity with a business that values quality, safety and customer satisfaction, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Dana at Chase Taylor Recruitment, quoting reference MM6667

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting a Contracts Manager for a Civils subcontractor to work on a number of projects based across the North East Within the role you will be responsible for the management of works across Infrastructure and Water Civil Engineering Schemes Duties/Responsibilities: • Full management of site, reporting to and liaising with the Framework Director., • Leading projects from ECI stage, all through delivery and to handover., • Ensure contract programmes are prepared, reviewed and updated., • Completing CPP's and look-aheads to ensure deadlines are met., • Managing temporary works, lifting operations and HSE on site., • Ensure RAMS are written and updated., • Progress meetings with senior management and client., • Overseeing and assigning direct delivery teams and management of sub-contractors., • Forecasting and budgetary monitoring. Experience required: Must have: • Experience working as Project/Contracts Manager on civil engineering & infrastructure projects., • Experience managing projects £5m+ from cradle to grave., • Detailed experience with: structures, heavy civils, RC works, deep drainage and water., • SMSTS, Temporary Works, Appointed Person, First Aid. Nice to have: • Engineering background, working from Site Engineer to Site Agent and to Project Manager., • Degree qualified or HNC/HND qualified within civil engineering. Remuneration: The client are looking to pay up to £82,500 (depending on experience) + package for the right candidate. This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client. For more information, please contact Jack Vasey at Elvet Recruitment

Warehouse Operative / Recycling Operative Spennymoor Days and night rotating Repier employment are seeking Warehouse operative to work with our client based in Spennymoor, Durham.We are recruting for Warehouse operative with recycling duties involved.All relevant PPE for this is provided The Role Requiments: packing stock from the warehouse. This will be havey items, from midium size TV's to large fridge freezers Loading vehicles Recycling will be breaking down cardboard separating materialsIdeal candidates Previous experience in a warehouse setting with heavy items. Ability to demonstrate you can get to site for desiered shift pattern. Comfortable in warehouse environment, lifting heavy, with ad hoc duties.Contract type: 4 on / 2 off 4 on days - 10am - 8pm 2 days rest 4 on night - 8pm - 8am 2 days rest Rate of pay: Days £12,76 Nights £15,31 Overtime after 39h - £19.14If you are intrested in applying to the role please click apply now below and give

Upholsterer Location: Durham Salary: £14 to £16.50 per hour depending on experience. Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Working Hours: Monday to Friday, Day Shift About the Role Manpower is currently recruiting for an experienced Upholsterer on behalf of a growing and well-established furniture manufacturer in Durham. Due to continued expansion, our client is looking for a skilled and motivated individual to join their production team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong upholstery background who takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship and enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Fabricate and assemble upholstery components to specification. Create patterns and work from design requirements. Upholster a variety of furniture products to a high standard. Handle materials and finished products, including heavy lifting where required. Ensure all work is completed efficiently and within agreed production deadlines. Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workspace. Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve production targets. Identify and resolve upholstery-related issues during the manufacturing process. Follow all company quality and health & safety procedures. What We're Looking For Proven experience as an Upholsterer or in a similar role. Strong knowledge of upholstery techniques, materials, and processes. Ability to read and work from specifications, patterns, and designs. Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship. Physically capable of carrying out lifting and handling duties. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Reliable, hardworking, and motivated with a positive attitude. Benefits Permanent, full-time position Company pension scheme Free on-site parking Monday to Friday working pattern Opportunity to join a growing and successful business Supportive and friendly working environment Apply Now If you have upholstery experience and are looking for a stable, permanent role with an established employer in Durham, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website

Upholsterer Location: Durham Salary: £34,000 Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Working Hours: Monday to Friday, Day Shift About the Role Manpower is currently recruiting for an experienced Upholsterer on behalf of a growing and well-established furniture manufacturer in Durham. Due to continued expansion, our client is looking for a skilled and motivated individual to join their production team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong upholstery background who takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship and enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Fabricate and assemble upholstery components to specification. Create patterns and work from design requirements. Upholster a variety of furniture products to a high standard. Handle materials and finished products, including heavy lifting where required. Ensure all work is completed efficiently and within agreed production deadlines. Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workspace. Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve production targets. Identify and resolve upholstery-related issues during the manufacturing process. Follow all company quality and health & safety procedures. What We're Looking For Proven experience as an Upholsterer or in a similar role. Strong knowledge of upholstery techniques, materials, and processes. Ability to read and work from specifications, patterns, and designs. Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship. Physically capable of carrying out lifting and handling duties. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Reliable, hardworking, and motivated with a positive attitude. Benefits Permanent, full-time position Company pension scheme Free on-site parking Monday to Friday working pattern Opportunity to join a growing and successful business Supportive and friendly working environment Apply Now If you have upholstery experience and are looking for a stable, permanent role with an established employer in Durham, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website

On behalf of our Client in Durham we looking for Class1 and Class2 drivers. Shifts are Monday to Friday 04.00 starts All vehicles ave taillifts Heavy lifting could be involved To apply please send CV to or phone (phone number removed) for more information

Location: Spennymoor, Durham Pay: £13.60 per hour Hours: 7:30am – approx. 6:50pm (shift end times may vary — finish time depends on delivery completion) Schedule: Shifts available Monday - Sunday About the Role Join us as a 7.5T Customer Delivery & Installation Driver and play a vital role in delivering exceptional service and life-enhancing technology to homes across the UK. As the face of our company, you'll go beyond just deliveries — you’ll safely deliver, install, and collect a range of electrical items such as white goods, televisions, cookers, and more. Your professionalism, friendliness, and reliability will ensure every customer gets a five-star experience. What You’ll Do • Deliver and install a wide range of electrical products in customers' homes, • Ensure safe manual handling and secure transportation of goods, • Provide excellent customer service and represent the brand with pride, • Communicate with customers to ensure satisfaction and successful handover, • Work to a finish — end times vary depending on the delivery route completion What We’re Looking For • Valid UK driving license (Category B), • Experience driving 7.5T vans is essential, • Good level of physical fitness — some heavy lifting required, • Friendly, helpful, and professional attitude, • Customer-focused with strong communication skills, • Reliable and flexible — able to work until deliveries are completed, • DBS Required Why Join Us? • Competitive hourly rate, • Work with one of the UK’s most recognised tech retailers, • Be part of a supportive and dynamic delivery team If you’re interested in joining our team, please apply through Indeed with your most up-to-date CV, or you can email this to s.scott, Swiftt Temps Braford. CVs that are outdated or lack relevant experience may not be considered. Ref: INDBR Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Temp to perm Benefits: • On-site parking Application question(s): • A DBS check will be processed prior to your start

Are you looking for a warehouse job in Yeovil where you'll be valued, supported and make a real difference? We're looking for a Warehouse Operative to join our friendly and growing client based in Yeovil on a temp to perm basis.This is more than just picking and packing, every order yo

Warehouse Operative / Saw Operator Day Shift.Reach & Counterbalance FLT Experience.MondayThursday 7:30am5:00pm Friday 7:00am4:00pm.Our client is a well-established and growing manufacturing and distribution business based in Leeds.Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced.This is

Weekly Pay | Full Training | Potential Permanent Opportunities.We are currently recruiting for.This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking for.As a Warehouse Operative, your duties will include:.Picking and packing products accurately and efficiently.Checking products to ensure they meet

The Rewards and Benefits on Offer:.Full time and permanent position from day 1!.Company contribution pension scheme.Employee Benefits Platform/Employee Assistance Programme & 24/7 GP Access.Additional holidays based on Length of Service.Our prestigious manufacturing client are now recruiting a full

Job Title: Warehouse Operative.Monday - Friday or Tuesday - Saturday or Sunday - Thursday.Rotating shift weekly 06:00-14:00 / 14:00-22:00 with fixed weekend timing 09:00-17:00.Job Overview:Primary duties include, however are not limited to:.Picking and Packing - manual handling involved.Loading & Un

Work Strata Group are seeking highly motivated production operatives to join its clients' fantastic automotive manufacturing site based in Houghton le Spring.As a production operative your day-to-day duties will include basic machinery work, quality inspecting parts, packing various size parts into

Warehouse Operatives Required DN16 3UA.Keeping the store clean and organised.Following health and safety procedures.General warehouse duties as required.Previous warehouse experience is beneficial but not essential.Must be reliable, punctual, and have a good work ethic.Able to undertake manual handl

Baltic Recruitment are currently looking for warehouse operatives and production operatives for respected companies in and around the Washington area.Operating manufacturing machines.Load and unloading finished products onto the production line.Overtime throughout the week available.Ability to carry

Warehouse Operative / Saw Operator Day Shift.Reach & Counterbalance FLT Experience.MondayThursday 7:30am5:00pm Friday 7:00am4:00pm.Our client is a well-established and growing manufacturing and distribution business based in Leeds.Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced.This is

Picking and packing stock , will involve heavy lifting.

Picking and packing stock , will involve heavy lifting.

Join a world-leading automotive manufacturer with over 100 years of innovation and excellence.Our clients modern facility has a packed order book, and theyre looking for motivated Production Operatives to start immediately for long-term work.As a Warehouse Operative, youll:.Manually feed production

Fowler Welch a multi award winning supply chain specialist working with retailers, wholesalers and manufacturers across the UK.We live by a simple set of values: to delight our customers, maximise our efficiency, be socially responsible and to promote being an employer of choice.To ensure you load/

Location: Trafford Park, Manchester Hours: 2am-11am Monday to Friday, and alternate Saturday 8am-10am Salary: £29,208.About the Role We are looking for a reliable and motivated Warehouse Operative / Driver to join our growing team.This is a hands-on position responsible for ensuring stock i

At Billington Foods, we love creating fantastic food.From our production sites in Scunthorpe and Wellingborough, we supply a menu-wide range of products to the UK's Foodservice, Retail and B2B markets.Our expertise spans chilled and frozen sauces and soups, frozen pies and desserts, and we're also p

Warehouse & Dispatch Operative Part-Time.Flexible across 45 days; morning starts preferred).Looking for a reliable, stable part-time role with a friendly local business? Associated Optical is a growing UK distributor supplying specialist eyewear, low vision products, and sunglasses across the UK.Fol

Warehouse Operative - Counterbalance Forklift.Job Location: Seaham, Tyne & Wear.The Rewards and Benefits on Offer:.Full time and permanent position from day 1!.Company contribution pension scheme.Employee Benefits Platform/Employee Assistance Programme & 24/7 GP Access.Additional holidays based on L

Rewards and Benefits on Offer;.Temp to Perm Opportunities available after a 6-month probation period.Identified Manufacturing Career Path for progression including Industry lead training and development.Leading Pay rates including higher overtime rates.A well-regarded company culture.Excellent trans

Monday to Friday, 7:30am5:00pm.An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Warehouse Operative to join a successful and well-established distribution business in Weybridge.The company distributes thermoplastic sheet, rod and tubing to customers throughout the fabrication, engineering and

Job Title: Warehouse Operative (Cold Store).Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent.Working Hours: Days - 4 on 4 off - 06:00-18:00.We are currently seeking reliable and hardworking Warehouse Operatives to join our team in the Cold Store freezer.This is a fantastic opportunity to secure long-term work

WAREHOUSE OPERATIVE – NIGHT SHIFT.We are currently recruiting for.Operatives may also be required to work within a.This is a physically active and fast-paced warehouse role, requiring reliability, good attention to detail and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.Voice picking and LLOP

GENERAL WAREHOUSE OPERATIVE ROTATING SHIFTS IMMEDIATE STARTS POTENTIAL TEMP TO PERMS DN15 * Due to increase in workload our client are now lokoing for people to join their team The role will include, packing goods, quality checking, as well as recycling faulty products There is a lo

Duties of a Warehouse Operative Goods in - booking in deliveries and goods) Manually picking and moving up to 25kg boxes/bags Loading and unloading Manual lifting Container unloading Pallet wrapping What we would like from you: Previous warehouse experience Good communicati

Job Title: Container Unloader – Snetterton (NR16 2JU) Pay Rate: £12.Hours: 07:30 – 16:00, up to 4 days per week About the Role: Straight Forward Recruitment are looking for reliable and hardworking people to join one of our clients based in Snetterton.This is a han

Rewards and Benefits on Offer;.A highly varied and interesting role, working in a fast-paced environment.Opportunity for permanent roles for the right candidate.Our site operates a 24/7 operation, so will be 12 hour shifts, days / nights and weekends.MTrec are currently recruiting for a well-establi

Straight Forward Recruitment Ltd are seeking a number of reliable and motivated Multiskilled Warehouse Operatives to join our clients fast-paced team.The role involves picking, packing, loading/unloading, and maintaining accurate inventory.Job Title: Multiskilled Warehouse Operative - (Ambient

Warehouse Operative Nightshift.MondayThursday 4:00pm1:30am Friday 2:00pm7:30pm.Permanent Monday to Friday No regular weekends.Join a Market-Leading Distribution Business.Our client is one of the UKs leading distributors of thermoplastic sheet, rod and tubing, supplying customers throughout the fabri

Just Recruitment is working with a growing manufacturing business based in Halstead, who are looking to add a Warehouse Operative to their team.This is a permanent role working on a rotating shift pattern of Mornings (6am-2pm) and Afternoons (11am-7pm).Flexibility will be key to supporting changing

Contract Type: Temporary to permanent The Role: Operating the FLT counterbalance truck to move products around site Supporting the wider team moving and lifting products General warehouse duties as and when required Loading and loading vehicles using the truck About You: A minimum of 1 years of expe

Warehouse Operative/FLT Driver £33,150 per annum Hours of Work: Mon to Weds: 07:30 to 17:00, Thurs & Fri: (Alternating Shift) 07:30 to 17:00 / 08:00 to 17:30 Great working environment Personal development Free parking We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced FLT/Wa

There will be some heavy lifting involved and the goods can weigh upto 20kg.