Reporting to our workshop team leader/supervisor, you will join our manufacturing team to help ensure products are manufactured, wired, tested, installed and commissioned to meet or exceed client requirements and assist in the smooth running of the organisation.
The position will require the candidate to be actively involved with ensuring HEMCO keep ahead of the competition by looking at current processes, design and manufacturing techniques to ensure we deliver effective and efficient designs and control systems for our clients’ requirements.
This can be a challenging role due to client delivery deadlines as well as adhering to our strict quality standards and working within our ISO9001:2015 quality management system. We are looking for a person who has an inquiring, engineering mindset and has the ability to learn, be adaptable in their thinking as well as be able to look at our existing manufacturing processes and see where potential improvements or efficiencies can be made.
You will learn a range of skills to enable the following tasks / duties to be performed:
Assist in design, layouts, setting out various companies’ products, assemblies etc.
Wiring to the required levels of quality, BS & EN Standards etc.
Feedback information, ideas, corrections etc. to the engineering team
Suitably pack and assist in preparing equipment for dispatch etc.
Assisting in maintaining required levels of stock (Cable, terminals, consumables etc.)
Attending site / clients’ premises to install / commission equipment or components
To book into the company – goods, components, equipment etc. as necessary
Perform all duties required as set out in Apprenticeship / SETA documentation
To accurately maintain training records for the duration of the apprenticeship
Feedback information, ideas, corrections etc. to the engineering team
To fill in as necessary - time sheets, test documentation etc.
Carrying out a variety of other / administrative tasks
Training:Our Apprentices will undertake an Apprenticeship programme.
Apprentices will undertake a Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard programme of Engineering Fitter. This will include a full-time period of practical workshop based ‘off-the-job’ foundation training at SETA’s Apprenticeship Centre in Southampton.
You will also undertake a knowledge qualification (depending on your prior attainments) where you will be required to attend SETA one day a week over two academic years. After your initial training at SETA, you will be with your employer working on developing your skills in relation to your job role and Apprenticeship standard.
You will then undertake an end point assessment in three main parts, a project, a multi-choice theory test and a professional discussion. These assessments take place in the last six months of your apprenticeship. Training Outcome:We believe in Apprenticeships and actively encourage our apprentices to further their careers with additional learning, courses, qualifications, CPD etc, and we hope to nurture their potential and give them the opportunity to grow with the business and pride ourselves that no ceilings will limit their career at HEMCO. Employer Description:HEMCO Power & Control Systems Ltd has over 60 years of experience in designing, manufacturing, installing and commissioning bespoke electrical control systems for a range of process control, machinery and manufacturing applications.
We have an extensive understanding of electrical principles, logic, and motion products and specialise in all levels of design and manufacture, from simple systems to complete integrated control systems from inception to installation, including bespoke software.Working Hours :40 Hours a Week (7.00am - 4.00pm Mon-Thurs, 7.00am - 1.00pm Fri)Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Are you a seasoned events logistics professional looking to take the lead on high-impact, purpose-driven events that shape the future of UK healthcare - in a 12-month maternity cover, hybrid role? If yes, then this could be the role for you!About usWe are a leading integrated media and marketing services company at the heart of a community of over 590,000 UK healthcare professionals. With more than 30 years of experience, we produce industry-leading content and experiences through our award-winning brands, publications, and events. Our dynamic live and virtual events programme plays a critical role in our audience engagement strategy - from intimate meetings to flagship conferences for 300+ attendees. We are a Great Place to Work and UK's Best Workplaces for Women certified employer, offering a competitive salary of £42,000 to £45,000 per annum (depending on experience) along with a range of benefits including 28 days annual leave (rising to 30 days after 2 years) excluding bank holidays, private healthcare insurance, flexible working and more.About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Logistics to lead the planning and operational delivery of our expanding portfolio of live and virtual healthcare events on a hybrid (part-time home / 1 day minimum per week in the office) basis. This is a pivotal leadership role within our events team, responsible for shaping and executing the end-to-end logistical strategy for over 40 events annually - including mid-scale conference-exhibitions, virtual events, bespoke client meetings and a prestigious Awards Ceremony.You will manage all logistical operations across the event lifecycle - from venue sourcing and supplier negotiation to cost tracking, on-site delivery and post-event analysis. The successful candidate will be a senior events professional with a strong background in conferences and exhibitions, ready to take ownership of operational excellence, improve processes, and drive standards across the team and portfolio.Key Responsibilities:
Lead the operational strategy and delivery of a nationwide portfolio of events, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and a first-class delegate and exhibitor experience.Oversee venue sourcing, negotiation, and contracting, maintaining strong relationships and securing best-value deals.Build and manage relationships with key suppliers, including AV, exhibition contractors, logistics, catering, and staffing providers.Oversee floorplan creation and development, managing venue and exhibition layouts to optimise flow and experience.Own the exhibitor operations process: managing logistics, manuals, communication, deliverables, and post-event feedback.Oversee all aspects of on-site execution: show build, registration, speaker and exhibitor liaison, and team briefings.Lead the creation of event documentation, including critical paths, run-of-show schedules, risk assessments, and onsite guides.Manage logistics budgets, delivering events on time and within financial targets.Collaborate closely with the Event Director and Sales, Marketing, and Production teams to ensure operational requirements are integrated early and effectively.Support the continual improvement of internal processes and systems to streamline operations and enhance delivery.Mentor and oversee junior operations team member, sharing best practices and supporting their development.
Skills and Experience:
Minimum 5 years of experience in logistics or operations for conferences and exhibitions, including leadership responsibilities.Proven ability to manage large-scale events and multiple concurrent projects with complex stakeholder needs.Strong commercial acumen with experience in budget creation and financial management.Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.Meticulous attention to detail and a high standard of event execution.Demonstrated ability to thrive under pressure and adapt in fast-paced environments.Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with event software and floorplan tools is advantageous.Willingness to travel across the UK with overnight stays as required.
Why Join Us:
Be a strategic leader in a fast-growing, mission-driven business at the intersection of healthcare, media and events.Work on high-impact events that directly engage healthcare professionals and shape industry conversations.Hybrid working with a central London office located near Bank, St Paul's and Barbican.
Job Details:
Location: Central London (Hybrid)Reporting to: Events DirectorExpected start date: Beginning of August 2025
How to ApplyIf you would like to join a progressive company with excellent career prospects and want to be part of our journey, then we are looking forward to hearing from you! Please send your CV and covering letter to the link provided by 30th June 2025. Please note that we may close the recruitment process early if the right candidate is found before the application deadline, so don't delay and apply.Due to the expected high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted. No recruitment agencies please.....Read more...
