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MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE ENGINEERJob Title: Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Location: Wickford Salary:... MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE ENGINEERJob Title: Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Location: Wickford Salary: £45,000 – £54,000 Shift: 10:00pm – 6:00am (38 hours per week, ideally Monday–Friday – flexibility available)Job Role of the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer A fantastic opportunity has opened for a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (80/20 max)  join a stable, well-established manufacturing business known for its strong reputation and long-term job security. This is a company where engineers are valued, supported, and given the tools they need to perform at their best.. This is a newly created role to strengthen night-shift engineering coverage as the site continues significant investment and expansion.Operating within a highly automated, COMAH-regulated manufacturing environment, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance across all production plant and site services.Working as part of a three-engineer night-shift team (mechanical and electrical), you will play a key role in minimising downtime, improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and driving continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability and maintenance efficiency.Sector – Factory MaintenanceNon-Negotiable Requirements of the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer · Mechanical maintenance experience within an industrial manufacturing environment. · Hands-on experience with pre-planned, reactive, and breakdown maintenance in a fast-paced factory. · Multi-skilled capability with basic electrical competency (as you may be the sole engineer on shift at times). Essential Requirements for the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer · Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills. · Mechanical engineering qualification (apprentice trained preferred). · Candidates without apprenticeship must hold strong relevant qualifications (NARIC approval considered). · Experience working within a manufacturing environment. Desirable Requirements · Experience working within the UK manufacturing sector. · Exposure to continuous improvement, 5S, Health & Safety systems, and breakdown analysis. · Forces background welcomed.(Sponsorship is not available for this role.)The Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Will Benefit From · Employment with a market-leading, heavily invested manufacturing organisation. · £45,000 basic + 20% night shift allowance (OTE potential higher with overtime). · Profit-related bonus. · Pension and life assurance included in a comprehensive benefits package. · 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays. · Extensive overtime opportunities with enhanced rates. · Significant training and development – opportunity to become fully multi-skilled across a wide range of specialist equipment. · Modern, open-plan manufacturing environment with on-site parking and access to discounted products. · Clear progression opportunities as the business continues to invest and expand, with future team leader potential. If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.For further details contact Eyleesha Bhatti at Pioneer SelectionAs a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme.You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply please see our website for further details.

Hire Coordinator - Be the customer's first point of contact and work with a great hire desk team. Jo... Hire Coordinator - Be the customer's first point of contact and work with a great hire desk team. Join a leading provider of plant and tool hire to the construction and civil engineering sectors to work at their office local to Wickford.Benefits for the Hire Coordinator: Salary £28-33k basic Monday-Friday working hours 7:30-5pm Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidaysOption to buy an additional 5 days leave Free on-site Parking!Company health benefit schemePension Scheme Responsibilities of the Hire Coordinator: Dealing with customer enquiries, processing on/off hires of machinery Organising the delivery of equipment to customers Processing invoices Ensuring equipment is available to be hired to customers Building and maintaining strong customer relationshipsGeneral Administration - Keeping the system updated  The Hire Coordinator will have worked as a Hire Controller, Hire Desk Controller, Hire Administrator, Hire and Sales Negotiator, Hire Coordinator, Rental Controller, Rental Coordinator, Rental Manager or similar to be considered. Hit the APPLY button now to be considered or find out more information about this Hire Coordinator role.

Hire Desk Controller - Be the customer's first point of contact and work with a great hire desk team... Hire Desk Controller - Be the customer's first point of contact and work with a great hire desk team. Join a leading provider of plant and tool hire to the construction and civil engineering sectors to work at their office local to Wickford.Benefits for the Hire Desk Controller: Salary £28-34k basic depending on experience Monday-Friday working hours 7:30-5pm Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidaysOption to buy an additional 5 days leave Free on-site Parking!Company health benefit schemePension Scheme Responsibilities of the Hire Desk Controller: Dealing with customer enquiries, processing on/off hires of machinery Organising the delivery of equipment to customers Processing invoices Ensuring equipment is available to be hired to customers Building and maintaining strong customer relationshipsGeneral Administration - Keeping the system updated  The Hire Desk Controller will have worked as a Hire Controller, Hire Desk Controller, Hire Administrator, Hire and Sales Negotiator, Rental Controller, Rental Coordinator, Rental Manager or similar to be considered. Hit the APPLY button now to be considered or find out more information about this Hire Desk Controller role!

Marine Cargo Claims Manager (Marine Cargo / Freight Liability / Legal) Salary: £60,000 - £70,000... Marine Cargo Claims Manager (Marine Cargo / Freight Liability / Legal) Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 Location: UK (Hybrid / Remote with required on-site handover) Start: ASAP for full handover period Our client, a long-established global logistics and shipping organisation, is seeking an experienced Marine Cargo Claims Manager to take over the leadership of their Group Central Claims function. The incoming candidate will benefit from a substantial handover period, dependant on your notice period.Due to the complexity of the work, the role would ideally suit someone currently working within London insurance/claims markets or Manchester's established marine cargo hub. Remote working can be considered; however, the successful candidate must be able to work hybrid or fully on-site during the handover period, which may last a number of months. The Role The Marine Cargo Claims Manager will oversee a global claims operation covering freight liability, marine cargo, logistics claims, and associated legal matters. Responsibilities include: Managing the Group Claims department and supporting global offices.Handling freight liability and marine cargo claims from first notification through to settlement, including recoveries.Liaising with insurers, surveyors, legal teams, clients and internal stakeholders.Advising on contract drafting, risk assessment and cargo acceptance policies.Leading training across group offices on relevant legal, insurance and claims topics.Compiling workflow, renewal and performance reports.Contributing to systems development and continuous improvement.Managing the Group Freight Liability insurance policy.Reporting at Board and Director level. Required Experience The successful Marine Cargo Claims Manager must demonstrate: Strong experience in marine cargo and freight transport liability claims.Deep understanding of the legal frameworks governing international transport, including CMR, Hague/Hague-Visby, Warsaw/Montreal Conventions, BIFA, FIATA, COGSA, UKWA and Incoterms.Experience with insurance law (Marine Insurance Act, Insurance Act 2015, etc.) and policy interpretation.Ability to manage complex, high-value global claims.Proven managerial capability and confidence when reporting at senior and Board level.High competency with Microsoft 365.Experience issuing Bills of Lading, AWBs, Letters of Credit and other cargo documentation is highly desirable.ACII qualification and/or a Law degree would be advantageous. This role will not suit someone from hull, machinery or non-cargo marine insurance backgrounds. Why This Role? Global exposure with a respected international shipping group.Opportunity to step into a senior leadership position with full support during handover.Strategic responsibility, reporting directly to senior directors.Rare opening due to planned retirement. How to Apply: To discuss this role in confidence, please contact Red Recruit Global.Early applications are encouraged due to the required handover timeline.* If you'd like to know more about this Marine Cargo Claims Manager opportunity, or know someone suitable, please share this advert or send us their details. Successful referrals qualify for our candidate referral scheme.Red Recruit specialise in freight and shipping recruitment, with opportunities across all levels.  Not all roles are advertised, so feel free to send us your CV in confidence or call us directly.

Electrical Engineer- High Voltage Salary: Highly Competitive SalaryLocation: EssexShift Pattern: D... Electrical Engineer- High Voltage Salary: Highly Competitive SalaryLocation: EssexShift Pattern: Day Shifts + On-Call rotaWe're proud to be working with a prestigious global business with a rapidly growing, highly automated site in Essex. They are now seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to work on High Voltage  to join their expanding engineering team. This role will act as theelectrical expert for the site and the facilities.The two Electrical HV Engineers to join the Infrastructure and Facilities team . The main purpose of this role is to ensure uninterrupted electrical power across this impressive site , focusing on HV cabling, terminations, and electrical infrastructure reliability. This is a hands-on, high-responsibility role, reporting to the Electrical Manager.Once deemed competent, engineers will participate in the on-call rotationwhich is compensated whether or not they are called out.Key Responsibilities Ensure HV power solutions are planned and constructed to meet current and future growth/demands of the Port and Park.Maintain electrical infrastructure up to industry standards while complying with statutory and international regulations.Plan, install, and maintain electrical infrastructure to support the site and business park operations and expansion.Act as Senior Authorised Person on site, providing support during emergencies and unscheduled shutdowns.Ensure contracts are in place for third-party support to recover networks from unexpected shutdowns.Monitor electricity consumption via SCADA and BMS systems across buildings, terminal lighting, and equipment.Ensure 100% availability and reliability of electrical supply across the port and park.Develop skills and knowledge to manage day-to-day switching and electrical issues.Ensure compliance with Electrical Safe Systems of Work and maintain all required documentation.Manage electrical infrastructure construction and maintenance contracts to time, budget, and quality standards. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience in High Voltage (HV) electrical engineeringStrong technical knowledge of HV cabling, terminations, electrical infrastructure, and SCADACompetence in managing contractors and supervising electrical projects.Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in electrical systems.Awareness of statutory compliance, industry standards, and safe systems of work.Ability to participate in on-call rotations and respond effectively to emergencies. Benefits Opportunity to work for a global industry leader in logistics and supply chainExposure to state-of-the-art site Structured career development and training in high voltageWork in a modern, safe, and well-resourced environment If you are an experienced HV Electrical Engineer ready to take ownership of critical infrastructure in a global logistics environment, please click Apply.For more information, contact Matthew Lye at Pioneer Selection. 

Mechanical Field Service Engineer (Heavy Industry)Location: Essex / Kent / Greater LondonSalary: £37... Mechanical Field Service Engineer (Heavy Industry)Location: Essex / Kent / Greater LondonSalary: £37,000 - £47,000 (DOE)OTE: Up to £60,000+ (uncapped overtime)Job Type: Permanent, Field-BasedA well-established engineering consultancy working across power generation and petrochemical sites is looking to recruit three Mechanically Biased Field Service Engineers. The business supports major industrial clients by filling critical skill gaps, responding to breakdowns, delivering project work and installations, and refurbishing or manufacturing specialist components. With a strong order book and several large projects planned over the next 3-5 years, this is an excellent time to join. As a Mechanical Field Service Engineer, you'll work across a range of heavy industrial environments, carrying out maintenance, fault-finding, and project support. The role is hands-on, varied, and suited to engineers who enjoy autonomy and problem-solving in the field.Key Responsibilities: Mechanical maintenance and breakdown support on heavy industrial equipmentMust be commutable to Essex for callout (within 1 hour)Working on pumps (centrifugal), conveyors, bearings, drives, gearboxes, pipework and basic hydraulicsFault diagnosis and repair without direct supervisionConfident use of measuring equipment for alignment and tolerancesProducing clear reports including findings, condition assessments, actions taken and recommendationsSupporting and, where required, leading planned outages and project work Working Pattern & Travel Standard hours: 40 hours per week (7am-4pm)Overtime: Widely available (typically ~500 hours per year, busiest March-August)Call-out: 1 in 6 weeks Minimum 4 hours paid per call-out1.5x pay before midnight, 2x pay after midnightLate finishes allow for next-day flexibility and mandatory rest time Travel: Mostly local; occasional stay-aways (approx. 1 in 5) Hotel fully booked by the company£50 per day work-away allowance (£30 accommodation supplement + £20 food)Travel over 2 hours typically results in a stay-away with a 12-hour shift What We're Looking For Strong mechanical background in heavy industry or manufacturingExperience with pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, bearings and rotating equipmentAbility to work independently and make sound engineering decisionsEngineering qualifications (NVQ, apprenticeship or equivalent)Clean or near-clean UK driving licencePhysically fit and able to pass site security checksOpen to travel and occasional overnight stays