Major Recruitment Sunderland

We are looking for a Maintenance Manager to join a growing manufacturing business in North Tyneside The role involves managing a busy maintenance team and taking responsibility for overseeing all maintenance activities within the company. As a Maintenance Manager your responsibilities will include Plan, prepare and manage the site maintenance department and subcontractors Lead and contribute to recommendations for improvements using tools such as SMED, MTBF, MTTF and TPM to improve and drive gains in the department. Oversee Planned, Preventative and Reactive Maintenance tasks and produce PPM schedules Manage and develop KPI's to allow monitoring of effectiveness (OEE) and the quality of maintenance activity. Implement and facilitate the use of appropriate lean manufacturing and six sigma process improvement tools & techniques to resolve technical issues at their root cause wherever possible. Drive change and innovation in line with technical objectives Ensure the operational processes, site infrastructure and utilities are suitably maintained Ensure all internal and statutory health, safety and environmental requirements are achieved and maintained. Contribute to the management of resources relating to projects, design and continuous improvements from start to finish Make proposals for plant expenditure, agree and control such expenditure against planned budgets. Promote energy efficiency in technical activities and identify the scope for improvement in the way energy use is managed in such activities. KEY SKILLS The successful candidate will need to be HNC or HND qualified in an Engineering subject and be experienced at leading maintenance activities within a fast-paced process-based manufacturing environment, You will need a high degree of self-motivation and personal resilience, be a strong communicator and be familiar with computerised maintenance management systems and MS Office You will need to be able to demonstrate a strong working knowledge of maintenance activities, PPM/TPM, team leadership, the engineering function and health and safety. strong analytical, organisational & problem-solving skills and be able to drive forward improvements in the maintenance department. A meticulous attention to detail and a hands on approach is expected, supported by a "can do" attitude and a willingness to engage in continuous professional development activities. APPLY NOW This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced Maintenance Manager or a Senior Maintenance Technician looking for a management role to join a forward-thinking and dynamic manufacturing business. Good technical & career progression opportunities and benefits package are evailable If you are interested in this role please contact Adam Jones at Major Recruitment or click Apply Now to send your CV

An Electrical Project Manager is needed to oversee a 3 month installation project in Deesside Job Overview: We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Electrical Project Manager to oversee the delivery of E&I installation packages on a busy process plant. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in Electrical installation and ideally have some experience of control systems & drives and demonstrable experience managing budgets, programmes, and subcontractors. Responsibilities: Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of electrical equipment installation and services on the project. Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, and suppliers to ensure technical and contractual requirements are met. Oversee the procurement of plant, materials, and subcontractors in line with project requirements and budgets. Manage the installation process to ensure quality, safety, and programme compliance. Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure smooth integration. Ensure that all electrical works are installed in line with current regulations and industry standards. Track progress, manage change control, and report on cost and programme impacts. Oversee commissioning, testing, and handover processes, ensuring accurate documentation and client satisfaction. Qualifications: Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Electrical Engineer delivering electrical installation projects. Excellent commercial awareness and contract management skills. Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills. Familiarity with electrical design principles and ability to read technical drawings. SMSTS, CSCS (relevant card), and First Aid at Work certification. Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software (e.g., MS Project) The project is expected to last 12-14 weeks and will be outside IR-35 If you would like more information please click Apply Now to send your CV or call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment

We have a great opportunity for an experience Health & Safety and Environmental (HSE) Manager to join a successful Tyneside based Engineering company The core focus of the role will be to lead all HSE activities throughout the business and deliver a coherent HSE strategy and plan throughout the company Duties will include Create, develop, implement and sustain the Health, Safety and Environmental Plan Develop and maintain occupational health, safety and environmental systems and procedures based upon approved policy plans. Provide continuing advice, guidance and assistance to Line Management on matters pertaining to occupational health, safety and environmental obligations. Prepare specialised documentation and liaise with external organisations and authorities on all relative matters. Assist in accident investigation and ensure preventative measures are implemented. Manage the group incident, near miss and safety observation management system. Present OH&S statistics and report monthly to senior management and group. Implement action plans and improvement projects though line of sight and other formats to maintain the Company philosophy on OH&S and environmental matters. Statutory and Company Monitoring. Stay up to date with current and upcoming changes in appropriate health, safety and environmental legislation. Give advice on timescales and legal requirements of monitoring in line with current legislation regarding health and safety. Make the necessary changes to procedures in line with legislation amendments. Monitor employee, visitor and contractor behaviour and record all accidents, near misses and safety observations (positive and negative) and record in appropriate system. Co-ordinate medical examinations, hearing tests, return to work programmes Training. Initiate and co-ordinate education and training programmes for works grades so that they may develop their own potential. To succeed in this role you will need a recognised Health & Safety qualification such as a NEBOSH Diploma and have 3-5 years experience in a HSE Management role. You will need a strong knowledge of ISO45001 and ISO14001 standards and experience of delivering HSE strategies and training programmes to internal stakeholders This is an exciting opportunity to join an expanding and successful business with a generous benefits package If you would like more information please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment or click Apply Now to send your CV and I will reply promptly

A Systems Integration Engineer with experience of delivering IT, Network and Software services is needed by a Gateshead based company This is a key role in a new business unit delivering IT solutions to customers. You will be responsible for integrating and delivering software systems, including requirements management, test environments & platforms, system integration, test, QA, and release process. You will also carry out analysis and diagnosis of IT / software problems, providing recommendations and implementing corrective solutions as required. Your main Tasks and Responsibilities will include: - Data engineering from field devices through to the software applications Configuration of IT infrastructure Prepare Functional and Test Specifications and agree with customers Interface with customers on all technical elements and schedules Engage with sub-contractors and external suppliers for integration of project elements Building and configuration of customer software Software integration testing Releasing customer software complete with software release notes Software installation and support on customer environments System testing including device testing, integration testing, FAT, commissioning, and SAT with documented results Creating appropriate documentation for both internal and external use Troubleshooting application and system issues across a broad range of IT and communication systems with an emphasis on Linux environments, virtualisation, security, and networking Provision of after-sales support for projects, including on-site support The successful candidate will have a degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science and a background in software / IT systems background, with a good knowledge of server virtualization, web-services, and Linux OS an advantage. A good track record of delivering IT/Software/Automation systems and experience of AWS environments including set up and maintenance, network communications, routing protocols and VPNs coupled with experience of a wide range of tools such as GIT, JIRA, Confluence etc are essential to success within this role You will need to be organised, self-motivated and have a good focus on processes and quality assurance of software. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure and resolve issues inside SLA requirements is essential This is an exciting and varied role within a company who are expanding their service provision to deliver network & software solutions within the engineering sector If you would like more information on this interesting role please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment or click Apply Now to send your CV INDJB

A Software Support Manager is sought by an expanding Technology company to lead their Support function for class-leading software systems for the Energy sector Your key responsibility will be to ensure the seamless operation, support, and upkeep of our software and hardware systems. serving as a critical point of contact for troubleshooting, maintaining service levels, and coordinating with various teams to resolve issues promptly. The role carries with it a mix of hands-on and strategic responsibilities designed to enable the growth of the support function as the company's customer base continues to grow. These will include: - Act as the primary point of contact for support requests, triaging incoming issues, prioritise based on urgency and impact, and assign tasks to the appropriate teams. Attend client and supplier meetings as the company's support representative. Monitor support ticket systems and ensure timely resolution of issues in accordance with contracted SLAs. Schedule and oversee contracted system maintenance activities, ensuring minimal disruption to operations Investigate and resolve any recurring issues by collaborating with cross-functional teams and analyse trends in support requests to identify opportunities for system or process improvements. Develop and maintain detailed documentation for support processes, system configuration, and maintenance schedules. Generate regular reports on support metrics, system performance, and maintenance activities in accordance with contracts held with clients. Provide insights and recommendations based on data analysis. Attend stakeholder meetings as the company support representative Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical teams to provide updates and gather feedback. To succeed in this role you will need a good background in Software Systems and have a HNC or higher in a relevant field (Information, Technology, Electronics, Controls Systems or Electrical Engineering preferred). You will need proven experience in a support or maintenance coordinator or management role and have a strong technical aptitude with familiarity in systems maintenance, electrical engineering, IT support, or similar domains. Excellent organizational and time management skills are essential as is a proficiency in using support ticketing systems and project management tools. Exceptional communication skills are essential. Good data analysis skills would be beneficial as would experience of supporting software with an engineering, manufacturing, automation, controls or energy based application. Strong attention to detail with a customer-focused attitude is essential Good benefits package and personal develoment opportunities available If you are interested in this exciting opportunity please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment or click Apply Now and send your CV INDJB

A Business Development / Key Account Manager is sought to support and increase the customer base for a growing company that supplies specialist electronics and Instrumentation to the Process and Energy sectors KEY SKILLS You will visit existing, new and prospective clients to develop new business and carry out product demonstrations. You will act as the first point of contact for key customers and suppliers and will work closely with them to understand their needs and discuss what solutions would be most appropriate for them. You will submit and manage technically complex quotes and tenders, drive marketing campaigns to support customers and ultimately increase sales and support and serve customers and engage and communicate with key supply partnerships YOUR EXPERIENCE This is an opportunity for a technically minded and commercially astute professional to improve sales performance by using a problem solving and solutions-based sales approach. You will have proven account management experience and be able to demonstrate a solutions first sales approach and good after sales care. You will ideally have an electrical or electronics qualification and the ability to understand technical specifications. Good strategic sales and planning skills are essential The ideal candidate will have a background in industrial electronics, imaging, scanning, X-Ray or Radiography experience This is a business development and account management role with a focus on building relationships with existing and potential customers that will allow the company to achieve its aim to become the market leader in their field. The role is home-based with periodic visits to the office for meetings with the expectation that you will build a solid pipeline of customer visits and revenue opportunities There is travelling expected with the occasional overnight away from home (visiting customers, trade shows, exhibitions etc.) The role comes with a fully expensed company car and bonus scheme APPLY NOW If you would like to join a growing and ambitious engineering company with an innovative product range please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment or click Apply Now to send your CV

An expanding company in the Blyth area is looking for a Production / Test Technician with experience of mechanical assembly and measurement tools The main responsibilities of the Production / Test Technician role are: - Perform repairs and maintenance on mechanical components and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation of equipment Generate detailed initial inspection reports for the engineering team Rebuild and test products/components in accordance with OEM specification and company procedures Generate detailed rebuild & test reports and final inspection reports Use specialist test rigs such as airflow, liquid fuel, compressor, hydraulic, flow divider, drive bench/ pump Use inspection equipment such as micrometers, vernier's and bore gauges to measure components Maintain the production equipment and machinery Prepare jobs for shipment, including painting, packing and providing weights & dimensions to the office to arrange shipment; including subcontract shipments to suppliers Receive and grid incoming RMAs, checking and recording part numbers, serial numbers, damage, missing parts etc. Ensure that all work is performed in compliance with safety regulations and industry standards YOUR SKILLS The successful candidate will need a NVQ Level 3 or apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering and have experience using verniers and micrometres. Experience of Mechanical Assembly is also needed. The ability to read technical instructions/ drawings is essential as is the ability to work independently. You will need excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. There are good learning and development and progression opportunities within the business who promote a friendly and collaborative work environment If you are interested in this role please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment or click Apply Now to send your CV