We are currently looking for a Maintenance Engineer with a leading UK manufacturer in the area of Leighton Buzzard.This role is Monday to Friday role and offers a salary circa £54,120+ depending on experience, as well as fantastic company benefits such as pension of up to 10%, overtime (x1.5/x2) and further training and career development opportunities with a company that values its employees.What’s in it for you as Maintenance Engineer
Salary of £54,120+ per annum, plus overtime at a premium (x1.5/x2)
In addition, you have a pension of up to 10%, share options, as well as an extensive benefits program such as a cycle to work scheme, shopping discounts etc
Hours of work are Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week. The shift pattern Mornings, afternoons and Nights
Industry leading training and career development, including health and safety training, cross-skilling and upskilling such as PLC training
Leadership and management training for those who are keen to progress their careers and demonstrate ambition
Job security and personal career development opportunities within a market-leading, international manufacturing organisation
Key responsibilities of Maintenance Engineer
Providing plant-wide maintenance service, departmental support and repairs on a wide range of machinery such as invertors, motors, conveyor-based systems, panels, PLC’s and automation machinery
Within the position you will have the opportunity to be involved with a wide range of maintenance operations and projects, which will be supported by a wide range of training opportunities, including accredited training programs.
The ability to work within a skilled team of engineers permanently.
PPM and reactive maintenance of industrial scale production machinery
We welcome applications from individuals who have experience as a Mechanical Engineer. Electrical Engineer Mechanical or Electrical Technician, Maintenance Technician, or Multi-Skilled Engineering Maintenance background.Experience and Qualifications Required for Maintenance Engineer
Engineering qualified by either a full Advanced Mechanical or Electrical Apprenticeship (Level 3) OR NVQ Level 3 AND BTEC Level 3 in Engineering – UK equivalent Mechanical Electrical Engineering qualifications to Level 3
The ability to work within a fast-paced manufacturing environment undertaking PPM and TPM activities
Previous experience in undertaking maintenance within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Ability to fault find, repair and provide solutions to Mechanical and Electrical problems
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We are recruiting an Engineering Stores Controller on a permanent, days-based role (Mon–Fri, 8am–4pm) in Leighton Buzzard with a leading manufacturing company. You will manage daily Engineering Stores operations, process order requests, handle financial reconciliation of stock and orders, and administer the computerised planned maintenance system. The role offers a salary of £34,500 per year.
What’s in it for you:
Basic salary circa £34.5k per annum plus 10% matched pension
Days based position Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm
Industry leading benefits package, Aviva healthcare, Shopping and holiday discounts, employee assistance program for you and your family
Accredited training and development
Key Responsibilities and Tasks:
Engineering parts and consumables stores control and stock allocation
The day-to-day management of the Engineering stores
The development and improvement of Stores organization and inventory control
Develop and control parameters for the Factory based Stores locations
Develop and provide an effective Stores service to the Engineering Department, whilst assisting departmental Managers in the enforcement of the correct administration disciplines to ensure efficiency
Development into controlling the purchasing of all materials and to ensure financial administrative procedures and disciplines are followed
To follow Company preferred supplier base
To control and monitor a perpetual Stores inventory system
Liaise with the Works Office as and when required
Liaise with Suppliers as and when required
Liaise with Engineering Department as required
The compilation of quarterly Store performance reports, to include such areas as increased supplier base, improvements in cost base and service elements
Close involvement with Unit Accounts Department to ensure smooth administrative and financial procedures.
Skills, Qualifications and Attributes:
As Engineering Stores Controller/Stock Controller you will be responsible to the Engineering Manager on a day-to-day basis with line responsibility to the Factory Manager for financial administration
Desirable Managing an Engineering or Stores System – stock control, computer based
Computer literate including Microsoft Word, Excel, (All round IT skills)
Experience of working within a manufacturing or engineering administration or stock control environment is desirable but not essential
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Job Title: CNC Turner (2-Axis – Late Shift) Location: Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire Salary: £42,500 – £50,500 per annum (negotiable, dependant on experience) Benefits:28 days holiday (including bank holidays) plus additional paid holiday during Christmas shutdownCompany pension schemeHealthcare scheme covering a wide range of servicesFree on-site parkingExcellent working conditions in a modern machine shopLong-term stable employment with training and progression opportunities Company Profile This is a well-established subcontract precision engineering business specialising in low-volume, high-quality components, including tubular and threaded parts. Serving demanding industries such as aerospace, defence, and oil & gas, the company has built its reputation on technical expertise, flexibility, and reliability. With a culture of continuous investment in machinery, skills, and people, and a loyal, long-serving workforce, this is an excellent place to build a long-term engineering career. Job Profile As a CNC Turner on the late shift, you will be responsible for programming, setting, and operating 2-axis CNC lathes to produce precision components. This hands-on role requires experience working to tight tolerances, interpreting complex engineering drawings, and producing high-quality parts in a range of materials. Duties:Program, set, and operate 2-axis CNC turning machinesWrite CNC programs longhand at the machine and edit existing programs using Fanuc controlsUse ‘Manual Guide i’ and G-Code programmingSet up tooling, materials, feeds, and speeds for production runsCarry out in-process inspections using precision measuring equipmentProduce low to medium volume parts in a variety of metals, including large components up to 300mm x 3m (with hoist training provided)Ensure parts are manufactured to tight tolerances and high surface finish requirementsContribute to a culture of quality and continuous improvement Skills & Attributes:Time-served CNC Turner with experience in programming, setting, and operating 2-axis lathesProficiency in Fanuc programming and editing using G-code and Manual Guide iStrong ability to interpret engineering drawings and geometric tolerancesExperience with Fanuc controls (advantageous)Hands-on, self-motivated, and quality-driven approachAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionExperience producing precision parts across various metals Education / Certificates:Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent industry experience preferred Hours of Work:Monday to Wednesday: 16:30 – 03:30Thursday: 16:30 – 01:30 Interested? This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC Turner to join a stable and expanding engineering business. With investment in advanced machinery, a supportive and long-serving team, and opportunities to work on challenging, high-precision projects, this role is ideal for machinists who take pride in producing top-quality work and want to develop within a respected engineering company.Bolt-On Personnel and our clients are equal opportunity employers who seek to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of marital/civil partnership status, sex, age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national origin, colour, sexual orientation or disability. Bolt-On Personnel and our clients apply all relevant Data Protection laws when processing your Personal Data. If you choose to apply to this opportunity and share your CV or other personal information with Bolt-On Personnel, these details will be held by us in accordance with our privacy policy used by our recruitment team to contact you regarding this or other relevant opportunities at Bolt-On Personnel.....Read more...
Job Title: Quality / Chief Inspector Location: Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum (negotiable, dependant on experience) Benefits:28 days holiday (including bank holidays) plus additional paid holiday during Christmas shutdownCompany pension schemeHealthcare scheme covering optical, dental, physiotherapy and moreFree on-site parkingExcellent working conditions in a modern facilitySupportive and collaborative team environmentLong-term stable employment with career development opportunities Company Profile This is a long-established precision engineering business with a reputation for producing low-volume, high-quality components for sectors including aerospace, oil & gas, and defence. The company has built its reputation on honesty, flexibility, continual investment, and strong customer relationships. With ISO-accredited quality systems in place and a highly experienced workforce, this is a business that values stability, loyalty, and continual improvement. Staff retention is excellent, with many employees serving for over a decade, reflecting a culture built on trust and support. Job Profile As the Quality / Chief Inspector, you will play a key role in maintaining and driving forward the quality standards of the business. Working closely with the Quality Manager, you will perform inspections, create reports, and lead quality-related initiatives. This is a hands-on role requiring both technical expertise and the ability to work collaboratively, ensuring that products consistently meet demanding customer and industry requirements. Duties:Carry out visual and dimensional inspections using manual measuring equipment and CMMPerform first-off, last-off, patrol, incoming, and final inspection checksReview technical drawings and interpret engineering symbols and requirementsRaise First Article Inspection Reports (training provided if required)Produce and verify Certificates of ConformityQuarantine, log, and report non-conforming products; investigate root causes and raise concessions or NCRsCommunicate effectively with customers regarding quality issuesMaintain accurate records for full traceability and complianceSupport the development of a quality-focused culture across the business Skills & Attributes:Proven experience within a precision engineering and machining environmentProficiency with manual inspection tools (micrometres, bore gauges, callipers, height gauges etc.)Strong knowledge of CMM inspection techniques and reportingAbility to work to tight tolerances and deadlinesClear understanding of AS9100 or equivalent quality systems (desirable)Excellent communication, numeracy, and literacy skillsStrong problem-solving and team collaboration skills Education / Certificates:Engineering or quality-related qualification preferredPrevious certification/experience under AS9100 systems desirable Hours of Work:Monday to Thursday: 08:00 – 17:00Friday: 08:00 – 14:30 Interested? This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking precision engineering company that values quality, loyalty, and innovation. If you’re an experienced inspector seeking to influence quality processes, contribute to continuous improvement, and work in a supportive and established environment, this could be the ideal role for you.Bolt-On Personnel and our clients are equal opportunity employers who seek to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of marital/civil partnership status, sex, age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national origin, colour, sexual orientation or disability. Bolt-On Personnel and our clients apply all relevant Data Protection laws when processing your Personal Data. If you choose to apply to this opportunity and share your CV or other personal information with Bolt-On Personnel, these details will be held by us in accordance with our privacy policy used by our recruitment team to contact you regarding this or other relevant opportunities at Bolt-On Personnel.....Read more...
Complete general salon duties
Assist stylists
Meet and greet clients
Shampoo and hair condition
Keep salon tidy
Make teas and coffees for clients
Attend training sessions within the salon and at college
Training:
Hair Professional Level 2
Training with Milton Keynes College
Ongoing training, support and development with the employer
Training Outcome:
A role within the company may be on offer upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship
Employer Description:Raffaella Hair Studio has over 25 years experience, having worked as celebrity stylists we are one of the leading salons based in the heart of Leighton Buzzard. We offer a full range of services to cater for all your hair care desires.Working Hours :Tuesday: 9am- 6pm
Wednesday: 9am- 6pm
Thursday: 10am- 8:30pm
Friday: 9am- 6pm
Saturday: 8am- 3pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills.....Read more...
PureAquatics is a specialist aquatics business based in Bristol, but they are opening a new location in Leighton Buzzard. They design, install, and maintain aquariums for a wide range of clients across the UK, from residential homes to large organisations like the NHS. Their work involves everything from small tropical fish tanks to large custom-built aquariums.
As an Aquatics Technician Apprentice, you'll play a hands-on role in the day-to-day care of aquatic animals and assist the experienced team with installations and maintenance services. You'll gain valuable experience in animal husbandry, learn how to work with aquatic and reptile species, and develop technical skills involved in setting up and maintaining aquariums. You'll work alongside lead technicians, and over time, you'll build the skills and confidence to attend site visits independently. This role is ideal for someone who loves animals (especially reptiles!), enjoys practical work, and is looking for a career that offers variety, travel, and progression.
Key responsibilities include:
Assisting with the setup and installation of aquariums.
Supporting the maintenance of tanks (cleaning, water testing, and equipment checks).
Caring for aquatic animals, reptiles and amphibians (feeding, cleaning, health monitoring).
Keep accurate records of animal care and maintenance work.
Attending site visits with the team to work on client locations across the UK.
Helping to improve, clean, and transport equipment and livestock safely.
A full driving licence and own vehicle is essential in this role as you will be required to go to the Bristol office monthly.Training:All training will be provided on site during your paid working hours. Your day to day mentoring will be with your employer, and a combination of online and in person monthly sessions will be held with your Haddon Training Trainer Coach.Training Outcome:
Progression into a fully qualified Aquatics Technician role within the team
Further sector training
Employer Description:PureAquatics design, install, rent and maintain tanks for Freshwater, Cold water and Marine Aquariums for both commercial business and private aquarium owners.Working Hours :This will be working Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, shifts TBC.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Your key responsibilities: • Lead, support and coordinate the delivery of sports coaching sessions in Primary Schools and Holiday Camps. • Deliver sessions in a variety of school settings, ensuring full integration into class activities. • Reinforce learning and behaviour routines while providing a fun and safe learning environment. • Provide excellent customer service to both schools and parents.Training:Working towards a Level 4 Sports Coach apprenticeship standard. The apprentice will receive full on the job training as well as full wrap around support from SCL, they will also have 20% off the job training.Training Outcome:The apprentice can progress on to a PE teachers' qualification in the future if desired.Employer Description:SportsCool raises aspirations, makes sports accessible to all, and most importantly, makes sports FUN. As a result, we see the children we work with blossom into confident, healthy and aspiring individuals.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, around school hours - after school clubs, before school clubs, lunch clubs, taster days plus Holiday Clubs during the holidays which are typically 8.30am to 3pm.Skills: Communication skills,Physical fitness,Team working,Patience....Read more...
Contract:
Identify and help drive the implementation of savings opportunities to ensure customer and GWS financial savings targets are maximised.
Drive high-quality commercial performance through understanding the contractual commitments, better buying and the use of preferred suppliers.
Ensure relevant RAMs are in place prior to any supplier visit.
Communicate across multiple stakeholders (Suppliers, Client, and Regional Management) to ensure all services are delivered and met within SLA.
Participation in the creation of the monthly Management Report for the account.
Liaising with the client regarding payment of invoices.
Helpdesk: including, but not limited to, logging, distributing, and closing of reactive calls on desired system.
Participation in the further development of the existing IT systems to maximise efficiency benefits for the customer and GWS.
Update labour allocations to ensure accurate client reporting.
Finance:
Co-ordination of the billing application, calculating margins, raising invoices, and submitting to client.
Chasing of debt to keep within contractual terms.
Creation and review of management reports such as WOM, Revenue, Debt, OPO's & Exceptional Pool.
Raising Purchase Orders.
Reviewing open Purchase Orders.
Follow policy and procedure compliance.
Processing supplier invoices and resolving any queries.
Comprehensive spend tracking.
Weekly report submission to include WOM, Revenue, Debt, Exceptional Pool and OPO updates.
Reporting on In Scope and Out of Scope works.
Drive high quality financial performance to influence P&L results.
Ad-hoc reporting as requested by Business Unit or Business/Finance.
Training:Training will be day-release at Leeds City College.Training Outcome:Progression to full-time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:Global leader for commercial real estate services and investments.Working Hours :Monday-Friday between 8am to 5pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative....Read more...
