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PLEASE ONLY APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE FULL RIGHT TO WORK STATUS IN THE UK, AS OUR CLIENT IS UNABLE TO OFFER SPONSORSHIP. Quality Engineer Our client is a precision engineering company providing high-quality vacuum products and services for customers in the science and semiconductor industry. They are currently looking for a Quality Engineer to join their team. At their new, purpose-built manufacturing facility near Hailsham, they have entered an exciting new phase in their development as they embark on an ambitious expansion program. Their products are used at NASA, the European Space agency and the Large Hadron Collider at CERN. The main requirements and employee accountabilities are: <ul> <li>Understand customer requirements and industry best practice to develop a strategy for improving the quality of all products</li> <li>Lead co-ordinate root cause analysis of quality issues relating to product, purchased parts and customer complaints to install permanent solutions and prevent re-occurrence</li> <li>To own the RMA process, ensuring that customer feedback and is driven to the highest standards of service</li> <li>To manage the administration of the internal quality process (NCR, CAR) to ensure speed of containment, corrective action, of root cause and resolution of issues</li> <li>Working as a hands on member of the Quality team to deliver the outcomes</li> <li>Assist with supplier selection through robust qualification inclusive of aligning process capabilities and ensuring Quality Assurance practices are in place</li> </ul> The essential skills/experience required for this role are: <ul> <li>Experience in the use of Continuous Improvement tools &amp; techniques</li> <li>Structured, organised approach to work providing a consisted/detail approach to problem solving</li> <li>Five years experience working in a similar manufacturing environment and possess a good understanding of using Quality and Process management tools and methodology, including 5S/6S, flowcharts, VSM, Kaizen, Pareto, QCPC, 8D, Cause &amp; Effect, Ishikawa, 5 whys etc.</li> </ul> The skills and experience we would like the employee in this role to have are: <ul> <li>Using CMM or Faro Arm devices and a range of metrology equipment typically used in machine shop environments</li> <li>Previous experience of working in vacuum science would be advantageous</li> </ul> Required Qualifications: <ul> <li>Degree qualified Mechanical Engineer</li> <li>Qualified to ONC/HNC level in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing or relevant Quality professional qualification</li> </ul> BENEFITS: <ul> <li>25 days plus bank holidays (some holiday may be needed for Christmas shutdown)</li> <li>Company pension scheme employee 3% employer 6%</li> <li>Life Insurance 4 annual salary rising to 6 if join the company pension</li> <li>Occupational Health checks provided including an annual health check for all employees</li> <li>Occupational Sick Pay (dependent on length of service 1-3 weeks full pay)</li> <li>Annual eye check and assistance towards prescription glasses or safety glasses</li> <li>Finish at 12.00pm on a Friday</li> </ul> PLEASE ONLY APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE FULL RIGHT TO WORK STATUS IN THE UK AS OUR CLIENT IS UNABLE TO OFFER SPONSORSHIP.

Recruitment South East

Quality Engineer

Role: Prison Security EscortLocation: HMP LewesStandard Rate: 12.21 per hour + 33 days holiday payOvertime rate: 16.24ph (overtime after 37.5 hours)Duration: Temporary role, with the opportunity to be long termTypical hours: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00As a Prison Security Escort, you will work alongside the prison service, assisting our client who is responsible for the maintenance of the buildings. You will be a part of security team where you will escort and oversee contractors such as carpenters, plumbers and electricians, whilst they complete their maintenance work.Duties of a Prison Security Escort Include (but not limited to)<ul><li>Checking the identification of the contractors</li><li>Checking contractors have been briefed on security measures</li><li>Booking in and out of the contractors</li><li>Creating a tool list</li><li>Escorting contractors through the prison to their place of work</li><li>Overseeing contractors whilst they are working (Please note you will have to stay with the contractors at all times)</li><li>Checking contractor tools are all accounted for prior to leaving work area</li><li>Using the radio to request permission to move contractors within the prison</li></ul>About You:<ul><li>You will have good communication skills</li><li>Have excellent attention to detail</li><li>Be safety conscious</li><li>Have been living in the UK for the past 3+ years</li><li>Be able to pass security vetting (includes providing references, passing security police checks &amp; providing photo identification)</li></ul>Why should you apply?<ul><li>33 days holiday per year</li><li>No experience required</li><li>Full training provided</li><li>Access to internal roles within a government facility, often with the potential to apply to permanent positions</li></ul>Due to the nature of the environment, you will be asked to complete the standard Security Vetting for the establishments.If you are interested in this Prison Security Escort position based at Lewes BN7 1EA please apply and we will be in touch.SkyBlue is an equal opportunity employer.

Prison Security Escort

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Hailsham, East Sussex An established engineering company is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join its growing design department. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to work on complex systems across vacuum, pressure, water, hydraulic, pneumatic, and high-pressure gas technologies. The successful candidate will take ownership of projects from concept through to completion, producing 3D CAD models, detailed technical drawings, and supporting documentation. You ll be responsible for applying sound engineering principles to ensure designs meet performance, safety, and quality standards. Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Design and develop bespoke mechanical systems and equipment using Autodesk Inventor or SolidWorks.</li> <li>Perform engineering calculations and simulations (CFD/FEA) to validate designs.</li> <li>Produce detailed manufacturing drawings, BOMs, and documentation.</li> <li>Collaborate with project engineers to deliver designs on schedule.</li> <li>Support junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement within the design office.</li> </ul> Requirements: <ul> <li>Minimum 5 years mechanical design experience within a similar environment.</li> <li>Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor/Vault or SolidWorks/PDM.</li> <li>Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and European pressure standards.</li> <li>Experience designing systems involving vacuum, pressure, or fluid dynamics.</li> <li>Full UK driving licence and valid passport (occasional global travel required).</li> </ul> Hours: 08 00, Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week) Benefits: 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), profit-sharing scheme, company pension, and private health insurance after qualifying period. This is a senior opportunity offering technical variety, autonomy, and a long-term career path within a well-established engineering business. If you are an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer looking to take the next step in your career, please apply today. TPA Recruit is a specialist recruitment agency acting on behalf of our client to source and assess suitable candidates for this position. All applications will be reviewed and processed by our team, who will liaise directly with shortlisted individuals throughout the hiring process

Terry Parris Associates

Senior Design Engineer

Start Your Career as a Trainee Field Service Engineer with HotpointAre you ready to launch a hands-on career with one of the UK's most trusted appliance brands? Hotpoint is offering an exciting opportunity to train and qualify as a Trainee Field Service Engineer. No experience? No problem - we'll give you all the training you need to succeed!If you enjoy fixing things, love working with your hands, and want a job where every day is different, this could be the perfect fit for you.About the RoleAs a Trainee Field Service Engineer, you'll be out on the road, visiting customers' homes to diagnose and repair household appliances. You'll be the friendly face of Hotpoint, helping people get their appliances back up and running.What you'll be doing:<ul><li>Driving your own Hotpoint van to customer appointments</li><li>Diagnosing and repairing appliances like tumble dryers, electrical cookers, washing machines</li><li>Providing top-notch customer service</li><li>Managing your tools and spare parts stock</li><li>Promoting our trusted Hotpoint products</li></ul>Your Training JourneyWe'll fully support you from day one with a blend of classroom learning, hands-on experience, and on-the-job training:<ul><li>Welcome Induction (2 days) - Meet your team, collect your equipment, and learn key safety info</li><li>Shadowing - Join an experienced engineer on the road to see the job in action</li><li>Phase 1 Training (3 weeks) - Technical training at our specialist centre in Peterborough</li><li>On-the-Job Learning (6 - 9 months) - Build your skills with real customers</li><li>Phase 2 Training (2 weeks) - Level up your knowledge learning another appliance</li></ul>What You'll NeedWe're looking for people who are:<ul><li>Passionate about customer service</li><li>Interested in electrics, mechanics, or hands-on problem-solving</li><li>Hold a full UK manual driving licence</li><li>Physically fit - able to move and lift appliances</li><li>Eligible to work in the UK</li><li>No previous field engineering experience is required - just a great attitude and a willingness to learn!</li></ul>What's in It for You?<ul><li>Pay: 27,000 - 28,000 per year (daily rate equivalent via umbrella company)</li><li>Bonuses: Commission + overtime opportunities</li><li>Vehicle: Fully equipped company van + fuel card</li><li>Time Off: 20 days holiday + bank holidays increasing to 25 days once permanent</li><li>Benefits: Access to Perkbox (discounts, perks &amp; treats)</li><li>Progression: The chance to move into a permanent role within 12 months with even more rewards</li></ul>Why Choose Hotpoint?<ul><li>Learn from the best with industry-leading training</li><li>Join a globally respected brand trusted by millions</li><li>Enjoy a secure career path with opportunities to grow</li><li>Be part of a team that values skill, effort, and dedication</li></ul>Ready to Apply?This is more than just a job - it's the start of a long-term career where you'll learn new skills, meet great people, and be proud of what you do.Hit Apply and take the first step to becoming a fully qualified Field Service Engineer with Hotpoint. For further information please contact Jodie

Trainee Field Service Engineer

Instrument Technician 28,000 - 32,000 Lewes This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking manufacturer of scientific instruments. The company operates in a results-driven environment focused on delivering high-quality products to customers worldwide. You will be part of a skilled and motivated production team committed to applying best practices in assembly, testing, and continuous improvement. The Role: <ul> <li>Assembly of high-quality electro-mechanical instruments in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.</li> <li>Conducting testing, calibration, and quality checks on completed products.</li> <li>Repairing instruments and occasionally installing customer-owned units both on-site and at customer locations.</li> <li>Performing fault-finding and troubleshooting using circuit diagrams and test equipment.</li> </ul> Key Skills and Attributes: <ul> <li>Proven background in electro-mechanical assembly and testing, ideally within a manufacturing or engineering environment.</li> <li>Experience working with precision-engineered mechanical components.</li> <li>Excellent manual dexterity and ability to use a range of hand and power tools.</li> <li>Competence in reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical drawings.</li> <li>Skilled in fitting and shaping metal parts, including small-bore pipework.</li> <li>Ability to assemble wiring looms from diagrams and perform cable preparation, crimping, and soldering.</li> <li>Proficiency in using electrical and mechanical test instruments (e.g., multimeters, micrometers, Vernier gauges).</li> </ul> Join a dynamic and innovative engineering team where your technical skills will directly contribute to the development of cutting-edge scientific instruments used around the world. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on technician who takes pride in precision, quality, and continuous learning.

Instrument Technician

Our client is an established manufacturing company, who supply quality manufactured electronic assemblies. They are currently looking for a Wire Person to join their hardworking and dedicated team on a temporary basis in St Leonards on Sea, East Sussex. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience within a similar role, be competent in soldering, have an excellent attention to detail and ability to read and follow technical drawings. As a Wire Person, you will be following technical drawings to wire harnesses, cable assemblies and sub-assemblies, installing and connecting wiring harnesses to assembled units. The ideal candidate will hold the following skills and experiences: <ul> <li>Demonstrable experience within a similar role</li> <li>Ability to read and follow technical drawings</li> <li>Be competent in soldering</li> <li>Have an excellent attention to detail </li> <li>Ability to work as a team member as well as individually </li> </ul> Your duties as a Wire Person will include: <ul> <li>Wiring harnesses, cable assemblies and sub-assemblies</li> <li>Installing and connecting wiring harnesses into assembled units</li> <li>Following technical drawings </li> <li>Work in a safe and orderly manner to ensure all company Health and Safety standards are adhered to </li> </ul> Salary: £12.21 per hour Hours: Monday Thursday, 8am 5pm and Friday 8am 2pm Temporary Location: St Leonards on Sea, East Sussex Start Date: ASAP

Wire Person

Our client is a manufacturing company who specialise in Electronic manufacturing. They only use services accredited to certified quality standards, and have an excellent team of dedicated staff to keep up their high standards of work. They are currently looking for an Assembly Operative to join their busy and hardworking team. The ideal Assembly Operative will have demonstrable experience in a similar position, be able to read and follow technical drawings, have a good eye for detail and have excellent communication skills. As an Assembly Operative you will be assembling circuit boards, checking quality and quantity of work, and following technical drawings correctly. The ideal Assembly Operative will possess the following skills and qualities: <ul> <li>Demonstrable experience within a similar position</li> <li>Be able to read and follow technical drawings</li> <li>Possess a good eye for detail and inspection</li> <li>Have excellent communication skills</li> <li>Be a strong team player</li> <li>Basic knowledge of Health and Safety</li> </ul> Your duties as an Assembly Operative would be: <ul> <li>Assembly of circuit boards</li> <li>Soldering duties could be required</li> <li>Checking quality and quantity of work</li> <li>Following technical drawings correctly</li> <li>Maintaining a tidy workspace</li> <li>Assisting in other departments as and when required</li> </ul> Salary: <ul> <li>£12.21 per hour </li> </ul> Hours: Monday Thursday; 7.30am 4.30pm Friday; 7.30am 1.30pm Location: Hastings, East Sussex Start Date: ASAP

Assembly Operative

Our client are a bespoke sub-contract and supply only specialist joinery contractors who manufacture and install all aspects of bespoke joinery and associated trades. They are currently recruiting for a Bench Joiner to join their dedicated team in Battle, East Sussex. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience as a Bench Joiner, be able to work independently, be a good problem solver and have an excellent attention to detail. As a Bench Joiner you will liaise with the Works Manager to plan and run jobs to work. You will see each job through from start to finish, flagging up any potential issues with the Works Manager. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and qualities: <ul> <li>Demonstrable experience as a Bench Joiner</li> <li>Ability to work without immediate and continuous direction</li> <li>Be a good problem solver</li> <li>Have an excellent attention to detail</li> <li>Possess good communication skills</li> <li>Be a strong team player</li> </ul> Your duties as a Bench Joiner would be: <ul> <li>Inspecting materials before use and use experience to determine if they are likely suitable for the task in hand</li> <li>Flagging up at the earliest point any cutters or machinery to make the job more efficiently</li> <li>Following procedures relating to Quality, Health and Safety and Environment (QHSE)</li> <li>Overseeing the joiners working under your control</li> <li>Liaising with other departments to ensure that the job runs smoothly</li> <li>Respecting and assist colleagues</li> <li>Raising any issues immediately with the joinery shop team leader if you have any concerns relating to QHSE, or another line manager or director if your line manager is unavailable</li> <li>Supporting works health and safety representative to minimise risk and improve the working conditions</li> <li>Completing quality control records</li> <li>Raising NCR's through the works NCR system so that improvements can be sort</li> <li>Undertaking any user checks and inspection of machinery</li> <li>Contributing to overcoming production and assembly issues where works instructions need clarification</li> <li>Following managers and supervisors instructions</li> <li>Changing blades and cutters as required (refer to competence matrix)</li> <li>Managing/supervising work requirement to meet project programme</li> <li>Minimise waste and maximize productivity</li> <li>Work within companies Quality Acceptance Criteria</li> <li>Ensuring the quality of the completed work package is of a suitable standard before the next commences</li> <li>Ensuring all works are undertaken and completed in the most efficient manner applicable</li> </ul> Salary: £15 per hour Hours: <ul> <li>Monday Thursday, 7.30am 5pm</li> <li>Friday, 7.30am 12.30pm</li> <li>Full Time, Temp to Perm</li> </ul> Location: Battle, East Sussex Start Date: ASAP

Bench Joiner

Our client is an established manufacturing company, who supply quality manufactured electronic assemblies. They are currently looking for a SMT Operative to join their hardworking and dedicated team on a temp to perm basis in St Leonards on Sea, East Sussex. The ideal candidate will hold demonstrable experience in SMT, be able to use tools and equipment relevant to the position, possess good written and oral communication and have an excellent eye for detail. As a SMT Operative you will place and machine soldering small components, support the Surface Mount assembly processes and run batches of assemblies. The ideal candidate will hold the following skills and experiences: <ul> <li>Demonstrable SMT experience</li> <li>Ability to use tools and equipment relevant to the position</li> <li>Possess good written and oral communication</li> <li>Be a strong team player</li> <li>Ability to recognise the importance of a secure and safe environment</li> <li>Possess an excellent eye for detail</li> </ul> Your duties as a SMT Operative will include: <ul> <li>Placing and machine soldering small components </li> <li>Supporting the Surface Mount assembly processes</li> <li>Running batches of assemblies</li> <li>Loading components onto feeders</li> <li>Routine machine maintenance</li> <li>Complete basic paperwork correctly</li> </ul> Salary: £12.21 per hour Hours: Monday Thursday, 8am 5pm and Friday 8am 2pm Temp to Perm Location: St Leonards on Sea, East Sussex Start Date: ASAP

SMT Operative

Junior Logistics &amp; Production Planning Assistant Location: Newhaven, East Sussex Salary: £24,000 £28,000 per annum (depending on experience) Contract: Full-time, Permanent Are you an organised and motivated individual looking to build a career in logistics or production planning? This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing manufacturing business in Newhaven, working closely with a small and supportive team. As a Junior Logistics &amp; Production Planning Assistant, you ll help manage order entry, shipping documentation, and production scheduling. You ll play an important part in ensuring goods move smoothly through the business and reach customers on time. Full training is provided what matters most is enthusiasm, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. If you re looking to grow in a hands-on operations environment, this could be the perfect first step. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Enter customer orders accurately into the system.</li> <li>Prepare and process international shipping paperwork.</li> <li>Liaise with couriers, freight forwarders, and internal departments.</li> <li>Update and maintain production schedules and order progress.</li> <li>Support continuous improvement initiatives and team administration.</li> </ul> Requirements: <ul> <li>Confident communication skills and strong attention to detail.</li> <li>Proficient with Microsoft Excel and basic Office applications.</li> <li>A proactive, reliable, and eager-to-learn approach.</li> <li>Previous experience in logistics, supply chain, or administration is helpful but not essential.</li> </ul> TPA Recruit is a specialist recruitment agency acting on behalf of our client to source and assess suitable candidates for this position. All applications will be reviewed and processed by our team, who will liaise directly with shortlisted individuals throughout the hiring process

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