Theo James Recruitment

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Theo James Recruitment Consett, County Durham
Jan 06, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Consett, County Durham Salary: Up to £45,000 Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and training. Supportive and collaborative engineering culture. Exposure to innovative projects across diverse industries. Job Description: As an Mechanical Design Engineer, you will: Play a key role in the design and development of products from concept through to production. This position involves creating accurate 3D and 2D designs, performing detailed analysis using hand calculations and FEA software, and ensuring the highest quality standards across all design activities. The Mechanical Design Engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product designs, manufacturing processes, and performance outcomes. You ll also be responsible for writing technical reports, developing test fixtures, and validating prototype designs through testing. This role involves close communication with project managers, customers, and suppliers, ensuring all engineering work aligns with timelines and specifications. As the Mechanical Design Engineer, you will take ownership of your projects, sometimes stepping into a lead engineer position, overseeing design reviews, resource allocation, and project updates. The ideal Mechanical Design Engineer will be proficient in SolidWorks, experienced with FEA tools such as Hexagon Marc/Mentat, and confident working on glass, glazing, or metallic structures. Experience in adhesive bonding processes or a willingness to work towards a European Adhesives Specialist qualification is an advantage. Skills & Experience: Bachelor s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (essential). Proven engineering aptitude with strong analytical and mathematical problem-solving ability. Proficient in SolidWorks or similar and familiar with FEA tools. Experience in design and development of glass, glazing or metallic framing products (advantageous). Understanding of materials properties and glass behaviour (highly desirable). Why Should You Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Mechanical Design Engineer to join a forward-thinking organisation that values technical expertise, innovation, and continuous improvement. You ll work on a variety of exciting projects with cutting-edge technologies and enjoy the freedom to influence design and manufacturing processes. If you re a motivated Mechanical Design Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding role in a collaborative environment, we d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your engineering career! The Company: Join an innovative engineering organisation at the forefront of design and development for high-performance products used across multiple industries, including rail and defence. With a strong focus on quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement, this company offers a dynamic environment where engineers are empowered to develop their skills and make a real impact on the products of tomorrow
Theo James Recruitment Durham, County Durham
Jan 06, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Electrical Maintenance Engineer Location: Durham Salary: £48,500 + Annual Profit-Related Bonus Benefits: 26 days holiday plus 7 bank holidays (pro-rata) Pension in line with government guidelines Employee Assistance Programme Annual profit-related bonus scheme Opportunities for professional development and internal progression Working Hours: Permanent, Full-Time (average 42 hours per week) DuPont Continental Shift Pattern (12-hour shifts): 06 00 / 18 00 Job Description: As an Electrical Technician , you will play a key role in maintaining and improving manufacturing performance across a modern production facility. Working as part of a skilled maintenance team, you ll ensure equipment reliability, perform proactive and reactive maintenance, and contribute to process optimisation projects. You ll be responsible for: Fault-finding, repairing, and maintaining electrical equipment and control systems Carrying out planned and preventative maintenance Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste Collaborating with operators and engineering teams to achieve production targets Ensuring compliance with all HSE and quality standards Skills & Experience: Recognised Electrical Apprenticeship with ONC/HNC or equivalent Proven experience in electrical maintenance within a manufacturing environment Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Hands-on experience with motors, PLCs, and plant control systems Excellent communication and teamwork abilities Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement Desirable: Exposure to modern manufacturing techniques Experience in a culture transitioning from reactive to proactive maintenance Multi-skilled maintenance background Why Should You Apply? Join a forward-thinking manufacturer investing in its people and technology Be part of a supportive, collaborative maintenance team Real opportunity to influence and shape maintenance processes Competitive pay and benefits package Work for a company that values community, sustainability, and personal growth The Company: Our client is a leading UK manufacturing company with a proud reputation for innovation, quality, and sustainability. Specialising in high-quality, homegrown timber products, they have invested heavily in modern automated production systems while maintaining the craftsmanship and flexibility needed to deliver bespoke solutions. With strong growth and ambitious plans for continuous improvement, this is an exciting time to join a business that values its people, its community, and the environment.
Theo James Recruitment Blyth, Northumberland
Jan 06, 2026
Full time
Job Title: People & Talent Coordinator Location: Blyth (Hybrid) Salary: DOE Benefits: Enhanced pension, generous annual leave, long service days, holiday buy scheme. Job Description: As the People & Talent Coordinator, you ll play a key role supporting both global and local HR activities. This is a dual-function position where you ll divide your time between recruitment, HR systems (Workday), HR administration and employee lifecycle tasks. Reporting to the Senior HR Business Partner, the People & Talent Coordinator will collaborate with colleagues across the UK and multiple international locations. Global Responsibilities (50%) Manage end-to-end recruitment including job adverts, sourcing, screening, interview coordination and ATS updates. Lead onboarding activities and maintain onboarding materials. Act as a Workday superuser, supporting page management and HR system updates. Support employer branding by creating and posting engaging content. Assist with employee engagement surveys and related administration. Local Responsibilities (50%) Oversee new starter and leaver processes including contracts, paperwork and system updates. Calculate annual leave and maintain absence records within Workday. Administer maternity/paternity processes and associated documentation. Support compensation updates, organisational changes, payroll reports and contract variations. Manage employee benefits and reward schemes. Throughout these tasks, the People & Talent Coordinator will help ensure smooth HR operations, accurate record-keeping and excellent employee experience. Skills & Experience: To succeed as a People & Talent Coordinator, you will ideally bring: Experience in end-to-end recruitment and HR administration Strong IT skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) HRIS experience (Workday preferred) Excellent written and verbal communication High attention to detail and confidentiality Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines A proactive, flexible and collaborative approach A calm, organised mindset with the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment Why Should You Apply? A chance to grow your HR career within a respected international organisation Exposure to both recruitment and HRIS, offering strong development potential Hybrid working and a genuinely supportive team A purpose-driven business where your role contributes to healthier, brighter indoor environments You ll join a company that values initiative, improvement and a positive team spirit If you're enthusiastic about people, systems and delivering a brilliant employee experience, this People & Talent Coordinator position could be the perfect next step for you. The Company: This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, award-winning international organisation operating across more than 13 countries. Known for innovation, collaboration and a strong people-focused culture, the business is committed to creating brighter, healthier indoor environments for customers around the world. You ll be joining a supportive HR team where ideas are welcomed, development is encouraged, and teamwork is at the heart of everything they do.