253 jobs found in County Durham

Restaurant general manager Welcome to KFC. Home of the real ones. We sell the worlds best chicken. Weve done it for a long old time since 1939, when the idea of finger lickin good chicken popped into our Colonels head. Now, we proudly serve 1000+ communities across the UK and Ireland, bringing the grit, pride and iconic reputation that started in Kentucky all those years ago click apply for full job details

Business Teacher Location: Stockton-on-Tees Contract: Full-time Key Stages: KS4-KS5 Start Date: ASAP A supportive and forward-thinking secondary school in Stockton-on-Tees is seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Business Teacher to join their dedicated team as soon as possible . This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate educator to inspire students, develop real-world commercial awareness, and support strong academic outcomes at GCSE and A-Level. Role Responsibilities: Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging Business Studies lessons in line with the national curriculum Teach across KS4 and KS5 , covering core business concepts such as enterprise, finance, marketing, and operations Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages discussion, problem-solving, and independent thinking Differentiate teaching to meet the needs of learners of all abilities Assess, monitor, and track student progress, providing clear and constructive feedback Prepare students effectively for GCSE and A-Level Business examinations Contribute to curriculum development and the continued improvement of the Business department Support enrichment activities such as enterprise projects, careers events, or business competitions Requirements: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification Experience teaching Business Studies at secondary level (KS4 essential; KS5 desirable) Strong subject knowledge with the ability to make business theory relevant and engaging Effective classroom management and strong communication skills A commitment to raising attainment and supporting student success About Us Tradewind Recruitment is a trusted leader in education recruitment with over 25 years of experience and offices nationwide. We are proud to be an award-winning agency and a Sunday Times Top 100 Employer , dedicated to supporting teachers throughout their careers. Apply Now For further information or to apply, please contact James Pullar on (phone number removed) .

Data & Compliance Administrator When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Data & Compliance Administrator Durham Salary: £26,073 per annum (from April 2026). Hours: 37 per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 10am Friday 6th March 2026 click apply for full job details

Your new company My client has a great opportunity for a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join a small, friendly finance team. You will play a key role in processing accounts for a group of companies, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across all financial tasks. Your new role Purchase Ledger: Process supplier invoices, reconcile statements, and manage payments. Sales Ledger: Raise and allocate customer invoices, monitor receipts, and chase outstanding balances. Assist with VAT returns and ensure compliance with HMRC requirements. Support with journal entries and month-end processes. Maintain accurate records and assist with ad-hoc finance tasks as required. What you'll need to succeed Sage experience is desirable Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Good organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and general IT systems. What you'll get in return A supportive team environment within a growing business. Competitive salary (dependent on experience). Standard office hours with a healthy work-life balance. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Main purpose of the Job:To provide advice, assistance and support to young people, safeguarding their welfare at all times.To attend to their practical, physical and emotional needs. To act as an appropriate role model and work closely with them to enable them to address their difficulties and achieve their optimum potential. Equality & Diversity:All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Residential Care Workers are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation or any other perceived difference. Duties and Responsibilities: Provide care for young people through: Attending to practical matters in relation to childcare (cooking, cleaning etc) Establishing positive relationships with young people and always offering them unconditional and positive regard Meeting the physical, emotional, behavioural, cultural and educational needs of young people Acting as a role model and demonstrating appropriate pro-social ways of dealing with problems Helping young people gain self-control by challenging unacceptable behaviour and rewarding acceptable, pro-social conduct. Ensuring that each young person's care plan is followed and amended as appropriate to reflect their changing needs To act as a key worker through: Taking responsibility for a small number of young people and ensuring that their needs are fully met Establishing relationships which young people perceive to be positive, warm and rewarding Providing advice, assistance and support on a 1:1 basis to enable young people to address past and present difficulties Providing emotional support at times of difficulty or stress Being ambitious for young people, helping them achieve their goals and optimise their potential Providing support for young people in their education and extra-curricular activities Keeping accurate records and providing written reports on young people for planning meetings, reviews or any other meetings as directed by the line manager Empowering young people and facilitating their active involvement in the decision making about their lives and future Acting as an advocate at meetings where the young person is the subject of discussion Encouraging the young person to develop links with the community, attend off-site activities and expand their personal social network To work as part of a team through: Being aware of the aims and objectives of the home and working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve them Attending team/ staff meetings and making a positive contribution to them Actively contributing to the development of the team Receiving and storing information to improve communication Being willing to give and receive feedback on performance with colleagues and managers Being aware of childcare plans for all young people and providing support for colleagues by maintaining consistency in the execution of those plans Providing informal practical and emotional support to colleagues experiencing difficulties Attending and contributing to regular supervision sessions in line with the National Minimum standards Monitoring the conduct of colleagues and referring on any causes for concern (Whistleblowing) Being familiar with all policies and procedures and adhering to them? General: Attending young people's meetings and contributing to them Driving company vehicles (current driving licence holders subject to procedures) Receiving training appropriate to role and maintaining an up-to-date training profile Responsibility for the accurate maintenance of financial records appropriate to the duties of the post Responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of self and colleagues in accordance with the requirements of the organisational Health and Safety Policies To carry out all other reasonable tasks as directed by the line manager New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role.

A leading UK organisation which supports financial wellbeing is looking for an IT Business Partner to join its Technology function. This is a key role within a modern, evolving environment where technology is central to business delivery and strategy. The role Sitting between technology and business operations, the IT Business Partner will act as a trusted advisor and strategic link across the organ click apply for full job details

Rewards and Benefits on Offer; Immediate job start Onsite parking On-going work in a secure industry Good location, and opportunities to progress within the company Opportunities for a permanent role after a 12 week probation period Permanent day shift Clean and friendly working environment Good transport links The Hours You ll Work; Monday to Thursday - 10:00 am 18:30 pm Friday 09:00 am 16:30 pm The Pay You ll Receive; £12.60 per hour Monthly bonus MTrec s New Opportunity MTrec have a new opportunity for a prestigious firm based in the Bowburn area. The Jobs You ll Do Efficiently and effectively receiving & storing goods inwards Accurately process and locate customer returns Reporting to Team Leader Pick our customer orders ensuring a high level of quality and productivity Accurately pack and ship our customer orders to ensure we meet customers' high expectations Basic visual quality inspections duties to be completed on all products Accurately pick products to ensure we meet customers high expectations Accurately read instructions from a computer monitor Relocate products using forklifts, pump truck and power pallet truck Count and investigate stock and rectify as required Adhere to strict safety, quality, and production standards About You; A positive attitude and are willing to learn more skills on the job Computer literate Forklift license desired but not essential Confidence on the job and are happy to take on more responsibility if necessary Previous experience in a warehouse environment desirable, although not essential as full training will be given

Energy Infrastructure Project (Teesside) Contract Minimum 6 Months Outside IR35 Wolviston Management Services Ltd is supporting a major UK energy and infrastructure organisation on a significant Teesside-based project and we are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the project for a period of six-month's. This is a commercially critical appointment on a live energy infrastructure programme, requiring disciplined cost control, robust contract administration and strong stakeholder engagement capability. The Role You will provide end-to-end commercial support across the project lifecycle, working closely with project managers, planners and engineering teams to ensure financial governance and contractual compliance. Key responsibilities include: NEC contract administration (likely Options C/D/E) Cost forecasting, reporting and variance analysis Assessment and negotiation of variations and compensation events Management of applications for payment and valuation of works Change control and contingency management Risk identification and mitigation from a commercial perspective Supporting project delivery within defined budget and programme constraints Requirements Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within energy, process, infrastructure or industrial projects Strong NEC contract knowledge (essential) Demonstrable experience managing live project commercial risk Ability to operate autonomously within a consultancy-style engagement Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Contract Details Location: Teesside (site-based with some flexibility depending on project phase) Duration: Minimum 6 months Status: Outside IR35 Start: Immediate / short notice preferred This opportunity would suit a commercially astute QS who is comfortable operating at pace within a technically demanding environment.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen in Durham to manage a CQC service on a Temp/ Temp to Perm basis for 3- 6 months. The organisation is well establish and supports Adults with Learning Disabilities and Mental Health issues. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Team Leader/ Deputy Manager to help make a real difference to young peoples lives. This is an incredible charity who have great growth opportunities and a fantastic reputation providing quality care for service users. Manager Responsibilities: Providing leadership and guidance to the teams, observe and feedback on practice to improve quality, positive behavioural support and person-centred approaches. Undertake regular supervision meetings with staff & facilitate team meetings. Ensure support plans are current and staff are aware of the review and implementation of individual support plans. Manage performance issues engaging the appropriate informal / formal processes where necessary and with guidance from Service Manager/HR. Manage the staffing resources of the service including rota management and staff budgets To undertake any other reasonable duties as requested. Manager Requirements Experience of supporting people who are vulnerable. NVQ Level 3 in Social Care Management or equivalent. Experience of supervising and motivating staff. Clear written and verbal communication style. IT literate and confident in the use of different IT systems / packages. Willing to undertake required training, sometimes off site and outside normal working hours. Willing and able to travel between locations as required. Available for flexible working patterns including evenings, weekends, sleep-ins and nights as required. Able to undertake on-call duties on a rota basis. A driver to enable travel between services. Manager benefits Opportunity for overtime and extra pay out of hours. Fantastic opportunities for progression If you are interested in the above position please contact Ella Bryett at Domus Recruitment. As part of our continual pursuit of quality candidates we appreciate and reward candidate recommendations from you if we successfully secure them a position. We will reward you with 300 if you recommend a new candidate to us who is not already registered and we secure them a role for a minimum of 1 month.

Packaging Designer An exciting opportunity has arisen for a creative and technically skilled Rigid Packaging Designer to join a growing design and manufacturing team. This role focuses on the development of rigid thermoformed packaging for the food and consumer goods sectors, taking concepts from initial idea through to production-ready tooling using a range of CAD/CAM and visualisation tools click apply for full job details

Job Title: Trainee Quantity Surveyor Location: Thornaby, TS17 Looking for a career where your ambition meets real opportunity? Join Persimmon Homes as a Trainee Quantity Surveyor and step into a role where your success is celebrated, your growth supported, and your work truly matters click apply for full job details

Regional Development Chef Chartwells - Education Catering Role Overview This role plays a pivotal part in supporting the Chartwells Operations Team to ensure our school catering teams fully understand their responsibilities and deliver against clear standards and expectations. You will drive a consistent, elevated and innovative food offer across all schools - from counter service to hospitality and event catering. The role ensures modular menus are implemented using The Source recipes, hospitality brochures are relevant and user-friendly, and the "Beyond the Kitchen" programme is embedded successfully across every site. You will lead the development of kitchen teams, champion new food concepts, and ensure our food offer remains fresh, inspiring, compliant, and commercially successful. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery and presentation of food across schools, encouraging teams to showcase their offer and host tastings with clients. Engage clients in meaningful conversations around food quality, innovation, and school strategy. Create and implement new culinary ideas such as pop-ups, BBQ events, tasting events, and themed food activations. Develop innovative, School Food Standards-compliant regional dishes for inclusion on menus. Ensure modular menus are implemented correctly using approved recipes from The Source. Ensure every school has a relevant and accessible hospitality brochure. Team Development & Training Train culinary teams across all craft levels, reviewing kitchen operations and developing capability at every level. Deliver bi-annual unit manager training to support new menu launches and updates. Support and coach teams through chef challenges and provide short-term relief support where required. Ensure "Tasting Kitchen" and "Recipe Clinics" are embedded across the estate. Beyond the Kitchen Programme Support and guide schools in embedding the Beyond the Kitchen programme. Ensure activities are planned, diarised, and delivered consistently. Liaise with the Nutrition Team where required. Personally deliver selected Beyond the Kitchen activities throughout the year. Operational & Strategic Support Support mobilisation of new contracts. Oversee planning of large-scale hospitality events within schools. Review and update school strategies during each visit. Maintain a strong understanding of purchasing compliance, sourcing, and commercial performance. Key Relationships Chartwells Culinary Director Managing Director Senior Leadership Team Head of Operations Regional Managers Compass Group UK Food Service Team School Clients Kitchen Teams Catering Managers / General Managers Unit Managers About You Genuine passion for food and education catering Strong knowledge of food trends and culinary development Creative foodservice background Experience with purchasing, sourcing, modular menus and recipe systems Proven track record of developing and implementing food concepts Experience working in fast-paced, forward-thinking environments Excellent communication and influencing skills Strong coaching and leadership ability Ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholder groups Strong project management skills Knowledge of varied food production methods Passion-led approach to school visits, always showcasing the very best food We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families About Us Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children. Job Reference: com/2402/L/SU Schools Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Credit Controller Location: Darlington (Hybrid - 3 days onsite, 2 remote) We are currently recruiting for a fluent English, Spanish and Italian speaking Credit Controller to join a well-established global organisation based in Darlington. This is an excellent opportunity to join a European Shared Services team within the Order to Cash function. The role plays a key part in maximising cash collection, reducing bad debt exposure and ensuring customers receive a professional, high-quality service. This position is offered on a 6-9 month contract with strong potential to become permanent. The Role You will be responsible for managing cash collection across designated customer accounts, ensuring overdue balances are reduced and queries are resolved efficiently. The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams across Europe to ensure processes are standardised and compliant. Key Responsibilities Manage end-to-end cash collection on assigned accounts Achieve and exceed past due reduction targets Conduct weekly account reviews Resolve customer queries and deductions in a timely manner Support internal and external audits (including SOX controls) Complete manual invoicing and administrative tasks where required Perform month-end activities and ad hoc reporting Ensure compliance with company financial policies and procedures About You Fluent in English, Spanish and Italian (essential) Minimum 5 years' experience in credit control / collections Strong understanding of B2G invoicing Experience using ERP systems (Oracle R12 or similar preferred) Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel Strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines Comfortable working cross-functionally in a Shared Services environment What's on Offer Hybrid working (3 days onsite / 2 remote) Competitive hourly rate Exposure to a global organisation Potential for permanent employment If you are a motivated, multilingual Credit Controller looking for your next contract opportunity, we would love to hear from you. New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Before submitting your CV, please take a moment to check the layout, spelling, and grammar. If your CV includes graphics or design features, we'd also appreciate a simplified version in Word format. If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on (url removed) or LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.

Start people have a brilliant opportunity for candidates on a temp to perm basis. The role will involve working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Do you want to work in a place who offers : Training (FLT / Overhead Crane / Abrasive wheels- all your Award schemes where you can nominate or be nominated bonuses range from 140 to 950 Loyalty scheme Hours : Monday to Thursday 5:30am to 2:30pm Friday 5:30am to 11:30am Pay : The first 12 weeks you will be on 12.58 per hour (Paid Weekly) Once you pass your probation pay rates will increase Plenty overtime available Saturdays 18.87 per hour Sundays 25.16 per hour Role : Reading and understanding drawings Assembling product together using power tools Quality checking Moving materials, tools and equipment around site Operating machinery Loading and unloading products from machines General yard work We are looking for reliable candidates with a can-do attitude. The role will involve manual work so you must be physically fit and able to lift.

Trainee Sales Estimator Salary: £24,545 per annum (£27,000 OTE) Company Background Our client, one of the UK's premier security fencing manufacturers, has an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Sales Estimator to join their team in Hartlepool. Our client is an established, specialist manufacturer of commercial steel security fencing products, which include mesh panel systems, decorative railings, pedestrian barriers and palisade. Well positioned within the industry for the design and manufacture of high-end quality products, our client provides perimeter solutions to a wide range of organisations nationwide. The Role: Responsible for providing quotations and following the sales process through to order stage. Dealing predominantly with contractors, you will prepare quotes for the supply only of commercial fencing products, follow up quotations (telesales), and process orders once won. Duties and Responsibilities: Prepare quotes based on the specification of customer enquiries. Telesales follow-ups of the quotes you prepare. Input orders onto in-house systems and preparing written instructions/drawings to internal departments to facilitate manufacturing. Maximise the sale of company products to new, existing and dormant customers. Assist with direct mail and marketing campaigns. The Person: Self-motivated with an enthusiastic attitude towards the sales process. Sales experience is essential. Confident with IT systems and proficient with Microsoft packages. Excel experience is essential. Experience of preparing proposals and estimates is an advantage. Full training will be provided. Practical minded with excellent attention to detail.

Multi Skilled Operative (Flooring) (South) When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Multi Skilled Operative (Flooring) Spennymoor. Salary: £28,851 per annum; £29,948 p/a April 2026 click apply for full job details

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we're passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Darlington as a Nursery Manager! We're now looking for a Nursery Manager to join our team, someone who's ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Darlington? Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025 Crowned NMT's Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running 80% Childcare Discount - T&Cs apply What we'll offer our Nursery Manager: An exclusive Nursery Manager Bonus Scheme to reward your leadership and impact. Life Insurance cover and access to a health plan. Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day! Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform. Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters. Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round. Long service awards to celebrate your commitment. Take the day off on your birthday, it's all about you! Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance. Friendly central support team always on hand to help. How you'll make a difference as a Nursery Manager: By managing the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS, Ofsted requirements, and the nursery's policies and procedures. Through leading, mentoring, and supporting the nursery team, promoting a positive, collaborative, and professional culture while ensuring staff development and performance are maintained to a high standard. By building and maintaining strong, trusting relationships with families and external agencies, supporting each child's development and wellbeing, and ensuring the nursery is always prepared for Ofsted inspections. What a Nursery Manager needs: Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification. Excellent understanding of EYFS. Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children. Senior leadership experience within a nursery setting. In line with legal regulations, you must hold a GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths or gain it within 2 years of starting. Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet Darlington. We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish! Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.

Baked Product Development Manager Billingham (Home of McCoys, POM-BEAR, and more!) We operate a dynamic working model built on trust, choice and balance. Colleagues typically connect in person 3 days per week, as we know the best ideas and relationships grow when we collaborate side by side click apply for full job details

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (known internally as Craft Engineer) Billingham (Home of McCoys, Pom-Bear and more) On-site Flexi-shift (24/7 cover) Join our snack-loving team Were looking for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join us at KP Snacks click apply for full job details

We are currently looking for a experienced Telehandler for a site in the SR7 area. You must be able to do: Safely operate the telehandler to lift, move, and place materials Lift and move heavy loads Moving and placing materials, digging, and grading Maintain all safety standards

AI Implementation Manager Manufacturing Industry Location: Flexible within the UK (occasional travel to multiple sites) Salary: Competitive benefits Contract: Full-time, Permanent About the Opportunity A leading UK manufacturing group is embarking on a bold digital transformation journey and we re looking for an AI Implementation Manager to help make it happen. This newly created position offers the chance to shape and deliver an ambitious, multi-year AI and automation strategy across several established manufacturing businesses. The successful candidate will play a hands-on role in embedding artificial intelligence, smart automation, and digital enablement into every part of the organisation from operations and supply chain through to finance, forecasting, and back-office functions. If you re passionate about using AI to drive measurable change and thrive at the intersection of strategy and implementation, this is a rare opportunity to leave a lasting mark on a group that s fully committed to innovation. The Role As AI Implementation Manager, you ll be responsible for identifying high-value use cases, designing and deploying AI solutions, and managing change across multiple business units. This role blends technical understanding with strong project leadership and stakeholder management. You ll: Develop and execute a group-wide AI and automation roadmap aligned with long-term business goals. Identify practical, high-impact AI opportunities across manufacturing, supply chain, finance, sales, and administration. Design and implement AI solutions such as predictive maintenance, intelligent forecasting, document automation, and customer analytics. Build a library of reusable AI tools and frameworks to accelerate adoption across sites. Ensure data readiness, improving data quality and structure to support advanced analytics and automation. Lead change management and training programmes, helping teams understand and embrace AI tools. Establish governance and ethical frameworks for responsible AI use. Track performance through defined KPIs and ROI metrics, demonstrating measurable improvements in efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making. This is a practical, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys both designing strategy and delivering real outcomes. About You You ll be an innovative, forward-thinking professional who thrives on solving complex problems and leading digital change. Essential experience includes: Proven background in AI or digital transformation within manufacturing, FMCG, or a similar operational environment. Hands-on use of tools such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, predictive analytics, and automation platforms. Strong understanding of AI/ML frameworks and APIs (e.g. OpenAI API, TensorFlow, PyTorch). Excellent ability to translate business challenges into technical solutions. Solid project management and stakeholder engagement skills. Demonstrated success in delivering measurable improvements through AI and automation. Desirable: Experience working with ERP systems (SAP, Odoo, NetSuite) and RPA or digital twin technologies. Proficiency in Power BI or Tableau for analytics and reporting. Understanding of AI governance and data ethics. Formal qualification in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field. What You ll Achieve In your first months, you ll: Deliver 2 3 high-impact AI projects with measurable ROI. Improve operational efficiency and forecasting accuracy. Launch a group-wide AI training programme (target: 50 staff trained). Establish a central AI tool repository and governance framework. Help the business become a recognised UK leader in AI-enabled manufacturing.

Trainee Sales Estimator Salary: £24,545 per annum (£27,000 OTE) Company Background Peart Fencing, one of the UK's premier security fencing manufacturers, has an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Sales Estimator to join their team in Hartlepool. Peart Fencing is an established, specialist manufacturer of commercial steel security fencing products, which include mesh panel systems, decorative railings, click apply for full job details

The Best Connection are seeking to recruit HGV Class 2 Drivers (HGV C) to work with their client in Newton Aycliffe. Our client delivers kitchen products across the North East and wider UK. This position offers a temp to perm opportunity for the right candidate. The role: You will be required to deliver kitchen products to various locations across the region and occasionally nationwide as an HGV Cl click apply for full job details

Finance Administrator Full Time, Permanent Based in Stockton Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 DOE Overview We are seeking an enthusiastic Finance Administrator to support our client's fast-paced finance function. This role is ideal for someone at entry level or early in their finance career, who may be studying AAT or looking to progress through the AAT pathway click apply for full job details

Ready to step up your career? Join a world-class manufacturer in Peterlee ! The Role: Cycle Counter Location: Peterlee (On-site) Contract: 24 months fixed term assingment till Nov 2027 Working Hours: 36.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday Excellent Pay Rates: Day Shift: 14.93 - 16.22 per hour Afternoon Shift (20% premium): 17.92 - 19.46 per hour Night Shift (35% premium): 20.16 - 21.90 per hour Overtime 1.5 (Mon-Sat): 22.40- 24.33 per hour Overtime 2 (Sundays): 29.86- 32.44 per hour Shift Timings: Days: 08:00 - 16:00 (Mon-Thurs), 08:00 - 12:30 (Fri) Afternoons: 16:00 - 00:00 (Mon-Thurs), 12:30 - 17:00 (Fri) Nights: 00:00 - 08:00 (Mon-Thurs), 17:00 - 21:30 (Fri) Job Purpose: Performing regular physical counts of inventory in designated areas to verify quantities against system records. Updating inventory records in the system to reflect accurate stock levels after inventory counting. Assisting with audits, projects and other inventory-related tasks as needed. Job Duties / Responsibilities: Skills, experience & qualifications you must have: Experience within stock control/warehousing Problem solving Strong communication/interpersonal skills Must be self-motivated with good attention to detail Reach & counter balance fork lift experience (Advantage) Flexibility is highly desired Fantastic Benefits: Free on-site car parking and access to an on-site gym . Randstad Flexible Benefits App (discounts at major shops, restaurants, and cinemas) Employee assistance programs (financial and counselling services) 2x monthly bonuses Skills, experience & qualifications you may have: Mach 1 SAP & SAP ME Apply Now! If this sounds like your next move, submit your updated CV immediately. Our team will contact successful candidates. (Due to high application volume, if you do not hear from us within 2 weeks, please assume your application was unsuccessful this time.) Previous applicants are welcome to reapply Apply today to gain a foot in the door and further your career within an industry world leader! "We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age".