Engineering & Technical
Introduction
The Engineering & Technical team is dedicated to providing expert recruitment solutions to the UK’s diverse manufacturing landscape. With specialist market knowledge, unparalleled technical expertise and deep networks in defined vertical markets, we consistently defy expectations to reduce the time to hire with guaranteed quality. Take a look at our case studies to learn more about how we’ve helped others like you.
We specialise in:
Maintenance Engineering
Quality and Health & Safety
Design – Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics
Skilled Production
Process, Manufacturing & Production Engineering
Procurement & Supply Chain
Production & Operations Management
For a confidential conversation about your next career move, or if you’re looking for talented professionals to join your team, speak to Phil Pitman, Yolk Engineering's Director.
Phil Pitman
Managing Director | Engineering & Technical
phil.pitman@yolkrecruitment.com
02921 673 717
"I’m proud to lead Yolk’s Engineering & Technical operation, a team of experienced recruiters providing expertise in dedicated vertical markets to deliver a quality-driven recruitment service to the clients and candidates we support. Have a look at our Case Studies and Testimonials to see why we repeatedly become the first-choice recruitment partner for our customers."
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Latest Jobs in Engineering & Technical
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Engineering Lead
Stroud
Engineering Lead £53,000 Monday - Friday, Days Stroud, Gloucestershire Overview This successful business stands as a prominent and well-established player in their respective industry, delivering high quality products throughout the United Kingdom. They are currently looking for a Engineering Lead to join their expanding team. As an Engineering Lead, what you'll be doing: Identifying failure modes of plant equipment and returning the equipment to operation safely and in a reasonable timescale. Diagnosing and repairing equipment breakdowns. To liaise with engineering day teams to identify and resolve long-term engineering issues. Locating spare parts using the maintenance management system. Collecting and returning spares to stores. Identifying failure modes of electrical equipment and making recommendations to prevent further failures. Obtaining maintenance schedules from the maintenance management system and feeding back work carried out. Work arising to be recorded using notifications. To carry out preventive maintenance routines, including the following: Working collaboratively with Maintenance Engineers and other Engineering Leads to ensure Planned Preventative Maintenance is completed in line with scheduling. What we'll need from you: Significant experience within a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer role within manufacturing with experience as and Engineering Lead being beneficial. Constant drive, enthusiasm, and self-motivation with ability to motivate others. Ability to work under pressure. Accurate and timely reporting skills. Completed an apprenticeship as a Maintenance Engineer. Working knowledge of good engineering practices. Relevant qualifications in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent City & Guilds or HNC) or equivalent. What you'll get in return: Generous Pension Contributoins Performance Awards Opportunity to work in a dynamic and professional environment. Opportunity for career growth and development. Generous leave entitlement. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
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Shift Engineer
Shepton Mallet
Role: Shift Engineer Shift: 4 on 4 off - 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off Pay: circa £51,000- £52,000 Location: Shepton Mallet Have you recently completed your apprenticeship or are you a time-served Maintenance Engineer looking to join a well-established manufacturer? Do you enjoy fault finding on production machinery and being part of a team that keeps a busy site running? Yolk Recruitment are working with a long-standing and respected site in Somerset who are looking to strengthen their engineering team with the addition of an Shift Engineer. The site has a strong reputation locally and continues to invest in both its people and equipment. This is a great opportunity to join a stable manufacturing business where engineers play a key role in maintaining production reliability and driving improvements across the site. This is what you'll be doing As a Shift Engineer you will be responsible for keeping production equipment running efficiently, supporting both planned and reactive maintenance across the factory. Working closely with production teams, you will help minimise downtime while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Key responsibilities include: Carrying out planned preventative maintenance across production machinery and site services Responding to breakdowns quickly and carrying out effective fault finding to minimise disruption to production Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults including work on 3-phase systems, motors, control panels, relays, contactors and inverters/VSDs Supporting basic PLC fault finding and working with automated production equipment Completing mechanical maintenance tasks including bearings, chains, belts, gearboxes, pumps and seals Recording maintenance work accurately through the site maintenance system Working collaboratively with production teams to prioritise and resolve engineering issues Maintaining high standards of health and safety and following site procedures at all times Supporting improvement projects and contributing ideas to increase plant reliability and performance What we're looking for A recognised engineering qualification (NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC or equivalent) Experience working as a Maintenance Engineer or Shift Engineer in a manufacturing environment Experience working on production machinery and automated equipment Good working knowledge of both electrical and mechanical maintenance A proactive approach and ability to work effectively within a shift engineering team And this is what you'll get in return Salary of up to £52k Opportunities for overtime at enhanced rates Enhanced annual leave allowance Company pension scheme Life insurance Employee referral programme Long service reward scheme Charity volunteering days Health & wellbeing programme, including virtual GP appointments Employee discounts with major retailers Free drinks vending and heavily subsidised food vending Free onsite parking You'll be joining a well-established manufacturer with a strong track record in the sector and a stable engineering team, offering long-term security and the chance to work in a busy production environment. Are you up to the challenge? If you're a Maintenance Engineer looking for your next move in the Shepton Mallet area, please get in touch with engineering specialist recruiter Liam Reid today. Please apply with a CV and feel free to include a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. We also run a referral scheme so if you know someone suitable, please feel free to pass this on. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee a response to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within 7 days, unfortunately you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please keep an eye on our website for future opportunities.
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Group Supplier Assurance Specialist
Bristol
Group Supply Chain Specialist Bristol (Hybrid - 2 days home) Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + Excellent Benefits Yolk Recruitment are supporting a leading Food Manufacturer with the recruitment of a Group Supply Chain Specialist to join their growing group function. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established food manufacturing business in a newly created group-level role where you'll work across multiple UK sites, helping to shape supplier standards, improve supply chain performance and support the business' sustainability commitments. Working closely with Procurement, Technical and Sustainability teams, you'll play a key role in ensuring suppliers meet the highest standards of food safety, quality and ethical compliance, whilst driving continuous improvement across the wider supply chain. If you enjoy building relationships, analysing supplier performance and influencing positive change across a business, this could be the ideal next step in your career. This is what you'll be doing As Group Supply Chain Specialist, you'll support supplier performance and compliance across the group, working collaboratively with both internal teams and external suppliers. Your responsibilities will include: Managing and continuously improving the group supplier assurance programme Assessing supplier performance across food safety, quality, sustainability and ethical compliance Reviewing supplier audits, HACCP, VACCP, TACCP, allergen management and traceability documentation Working alongside Procurement to onboard and approve new suppliers Supporting supplier improvement plans and driving continuous improvement initiatives Maintaining approved supplier records and ensuring all documentation remains compliant Producing reports and analysing supplier performance data for senior stakeholders Supporting sustainability initiatives and helping the business meet its wider environmental commitments Carrying out supplier and internal audits where required Building strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders across multiple UK locations The experience you'll bring Previous experience within Supply Chain, Procurement, Supplier Assurance or Technical Compliance Experience working within the food manufacturing or FMCG sector Strong knowledge of supplier assurance, food safety and quality management systems Understanding of HACCP, VACCP, TACCP and BRC standards Experience analysing supplier performance and managing risk Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Highly organised with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Passion for sustainability and continuous improvement Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel occasionally between UK sites in Wales and England And this is what you'll get in return Salary of £45,000 - £50,000 Hybrid working (2 days from home each week) Monday to Friday working pattern 33 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays) Christmas and New Year shutdown Employee discounts across retail, supermarkets, travel, leisure and entertainment Discounted gym memberships and wellbeing benefits Eye care scheme, financial wellbeing support Learning and development opportunities across a growing multi-site group Pension scheme Free on-site parking Are you ready to make an impact? This role would suit someone who enjoys working across multiple teams, improving supplier performance and driving high standards throughout the supply chain. If you're looking for a varied group-level position where you'll have genuine influence over supplier quality, food safety and sustainability, we'd love to hear from you. Please note: Due to high application volumes, we can't respond to every applicant. If you haven't heard from us within 7 days, unfortunately you've not been successful on this occasion. Please check our website for other opportunities.
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CNC Machinist
Warminster
CNC Turner / CNC Machinist Salary up to £42,000 per annum DOE + overtime Yolk Recruitment are supporting a successful precision engineering business with the recruitment of an experienced CNC Turner / CNC Machinist to join their growing manufacturing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC professional who can programme, set and operate CNC turning machines, producing complex, high-quality components to tight tolerances for demanding industries including aerospace. The successful candidate will join a busy and expanding engineering environment, working with modern CNC machinery, Fanuc controls, and a wide range of materials. As a CNC Turner / CNC Machinist, you will be responsible for producing precision-engineered components from customer drawings, ensuring quality, accuracy and efficiency throughout the manufacturing process. Key responsibilities: Programme, set and operate CNC turning machines to manufacture precision components. Create new CNC programmes from engineering drawings and customer specifications. Use Fanuc-controlled CNC machines to produce high-quality parts. Carry out tooling selection, setting and optimisation to improve production efficiency. Complete programme edits, offsets and minor adjustments to maintain quality standards. Machine a variety of materials including stainless steel and aluminium. Manufacture components ranging from small precision parts through to larger diameter components. Read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications. Maintain accurate production records and adhere to quality procedures. This is what you'll need: Proven experience programming, setting and operating CNC turning machines. Strong Fanuc CNC control experience. Ability to programme machines from engineering drawings. And this is what you'll get: Competitive salary Overtime availability Early finish on Friday's
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Mechanical Engineer
Mountain Ash
Mechanical Engineer £50,000 4on4off Days/Nights Yolk Recruitment is proud to represent a leading organisation In Mountain Ash, in their search for a Mechanical Engineer. Operating as part of a wider group, the company is a key player in the area. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, the company continues to invest in its people, processes, and technology to maintain its position as an industry leader. After significant investment in 2025 they are keen to employ a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join their team. Position Overview: As a Mechanical Engineer working a 4on4off shift you will be a crucial part of our client's operations. You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a range of equipment, ensuring the smooth running of production processes, and contributing to the overall efficiency of the facility. If you're a skilled engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding role, this is your opportunity. This is what you'll be doing. Lead and coordinate the engineering team on shift, ensuring maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard Take ownership of mechanical breakdowns and drive rapid fault diagnosis to maximise equipment availability and minimise production downtime Carry out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance on a wide range of FMCG production and packaging equipment Support the development of engineers on shift, providing technical guidance and ensuring best practice is followed Conduct mechanical repairs and overhauls including gearboxes, pumps, conveyors, bearings, drives and power transmission equipment Utilise machining and fabrication skills to manufacture, modify and repair components where required Diagnose and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, applying formal fluid power knowledge to maintain equipment reliability Support electrical fault finding and maintenance activities, which make up approximately 20% of the role Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, efficiency and reducing recurring faults Assist with equipment installations, site projects and machinery upgrades from planning through to commissioning Ensure maintenance records are completed accurately and all work is carried out in accordance with health, safety and environmental standards The experience you'll bring to the team. Time-served Mechanical Engineer with strong hands-on maintenance experience within an FMCG or fast-paced manufacturing environment Proven experience leading or supervising engineering teams on shift Formally trained in fluid power, with strong hydraulic and pneumatic fault-finding capabilities Skilled in gearbox assembly, repair and overhaul, along with wider rotating equipment maintenance Experience in fabrication, welding and machining, with the ability to manufacture and modify components when required Good electrical fault-finding skills and a willingness to support electrical maintenance activities as part of a multi-skilled team Strong understanding of preventative maintenance techniques and continuous improvement principles A proactive leadership style with the ability to prioritise workloads and make sound engineering decisions under pressure Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with production, operations and engineering teams And this is what you'll get in return. A salary of circa £58,500 Opportunity to work with cutting-edge equipment. Are you up to the challenge? Are you what we're looking for? Please get in touch today with engineering specialist recruiter, Andy Jones Please apply with a CV and feel free to include a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. We also have a referral scheme so if you know of someone who would be great for the role please get in touch. *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
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Electrical Maintenance Engineer
Mountain Ash
Electrical Maintenance Engineer £58,500 4on4off Days/Nights Yolk Recruitment is proud to represent a leading organisation In Mountain Ash, in their search for a Electrical Maintenance Engineer. Operating as part of a wider group, the company is a key player in the area. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, the company continues to invest in its people, processes, and technology to maintain its position as an industry leader. After significant investment in 2025 they are keen to employ 2 Electrical Maintenance Engineers to join their team. Position Overview: As an Electrical Maintenance Engineer working a 4on4off shift you will be a crucial part of our client's operations. You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a range of equipment, ensuring the smooth running of production processes, and contributing to the overall efficiency of the facility. If you're a skilled engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding role, this is your opportunity. This is what you'll be doing. Carry out planned, preventative and reactive electrical maintenance activities to maximise equipment reliability and minimise downtime Diagnose and rectify complex electrical faults across manufacturing and process equipment, including AC and DC drives, motors, control panels and associated systems Fault find on PLC-controlled machinery, with a particular focus on Siemens platforms, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently and effectively Modify, troubleshoot and improve PLC programmes to support production performance, reliability and continuous improvement initiatives Lead and support electrical engineering projects, from design and installation through to commissioning and handover Identify opportunities to improve machine performance, equipment reliability and operational efficiency through control system enhancements Support the installation, testing and commissioning of new machinery, automation systems and plant upgrades Work closely with production, maintenance and engineering teams to deliver technical solutions and minimise operational disruption Ensure all engineering activities are completed in line with health, safety and environmental standards Maintain accurate maintenance records and provide technical documentation relating to modifications, upgrades and project work The experience you'll bring to the team. Electrically trained with a minimum HND qualification in an Electrical Engineering discipline Proven experience within a manufacturing or heavy industrial maintenance environment A high level of expertise in fault finding, diagnostics and repair of both AC and DC drive systems Strong PLC knowledge, particularly with Siemens systems, including fault finding, programme interrogation and modifications Demonstrable project engineering experience, with the ability to deliver electrical improvement projects from concept through to completion Proficient in carrying out PLC modifications and implementing control system improvements Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to improving equipment reliability and performance Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider engineering team And this is what you'll get in return. A salary of circa £50,000 Opportunity to work with cutting-edge equipment. Are you up to the challenge? Are you what we're looking for? Please get in touch today with engineering specialist recruiter, Andy Jones Please apply with a CV and feel free to include a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. We also have a referral scheme so if you know of someone who would be great for the role please get in touch. *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
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Mechatronics Engineer
Cardiff
Mechatronics Engineer South Wales £45,000 to £55,000 Yolk Recruitment is exclusively partnered with a leading manufacturing business developing cutting edge electromechanical products with high impact applications, to recruit a Mechatronics Engineer for its growing R&D team. This is an opportunity to take an active role in the development of a new electromechanical product, working across mechanical design, electronic hardware, control systems, testing and preparation for manufacture. You'll be developing new products, involved in both in house mechanical design from concept to manufacture, and contributing to electrical/electronic development acting as the informed liaison with an external electronics design house. A background in mechatronics or electrical and electronic engineering is therefore required in addition to mechanical. This is what you'll be doing Supporting the development of electromechanical products through testing, validation and commercial launch. Developing and integrating mechanical, electrical, electronic and control elements within the overall product architecture Reviewing electronic hardware designs, schematics, component selections and technical proposals Defining product requirements and translating user and commercial needs into clear engineering specifications. Designing mechanical components, assemblies and enclosures using 3D CAD where required. Producing concepts, prototypes, detailed designs, drawings and supporting technical documentation. Planning and completing functional, performance, reliability, verification and validation testing. Investigating faults and test failures across mechanical, electrical and electronic systems. Supporting design risk assessments, FMEA and wider product risk management activities. Considering power consumption, battery performance, heat, packaging, usability, materials and manufacturability during development. Working closely with manufacturing teams and suppliers to prepare the product for production Maintaining accurate design records and contributing to technical files and product documentation Presenting technical findings, risks and recommendations to engineering, quality and senior stakeholders. The experience you'll need A degree or equivalent qualification in mechatronics, electronics, electrical engineering, product design or related subject A practical understanding of how mechanical, electrical, electronic and control systems interact within a complete product. Experience working with electronic hardware and the ability to interpret schematics and technical documentation. Some understanding of microcontrollers, embedded systems or basic programming. Experience taking products through concept development, prototyping, testing and design improvement. An understanding of verification, validation, risk management and structured product development. Mechanical design and 3D CAD experience. A practical, hands-on approach to engineering problem-solving. And this is what you'll get in return Salary of £45,000 to £55,000 depending on experience. 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. Company pension. Training and development opportunities. Free on-site parking. The opportunity to work on a new product with meaningful technical ownership and clear commercial importance. Please note: Due to high application volumes, we can't respond to every applicant. If you haven't heard from us within 7 days, unfortunately you've not been successful on this occasion. Please check our website for other opportunities.
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Environmental Manager
Tredegar
Environmental Manager £50,000 Are you an experienced Environmental professional looking for a role where you can take ownership of environmental compliance within a complex manufacturing environment? Yolk Recruitment is supporting the recruitment of an Environmental Manager to join an established industrial business, where you'll play a key role in managing environmental performance, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement across the site. This is an excellent opportunity for an environmental specialist who enjoys a varied role, combining environmental legislation, permit compliance, audits, reporting and practical improvements across day-to-day operations. You'll be responsible for ensuring the site continues to meet environmental standards, working closely with operational teams, senior leadership, external regulators and contractors to maintain strong environmental performance. The successful candidate will have a strong background in environmental management within manufacturing, industrial processing, recycling, waste management or a similarly regulated environment, with the confidence to influence change, improve processes and promote environmental awareness across the business. Key responsibilities: Take ownership of environmental compliance across the site, ensuring all activities meet relevant legislation, permits and regulatory requirements. Manage the preparation, review and submission of environmental reports, ensuring accurate and timely information is provided to regulatory bodies. Maintain and improve environmental management systems, policies and procedures to support ongoing compliance and best practice. Lead environmental audits, inspections and assessments, identifying areas for improvement and supporting corrective actions. Monitor environmental performance through key metrics and provide regular reporting on site KPIs and improvement initiatives. Manage environmental permit requirements, including monitoring, reporting and liaison with external regulators. Oversee waste management processes, ensuring the safe handling, storage, disposal and reduction of hazardous and non-hazardous waste. Coordinate environmental testing, monitoring activities and contractor support to ensure continued compliance. Deliver environmental awareness and training across the site, supporting a positive environmental culture. This is what you'll need: Competitive salary Annual bonus
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Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer
Chard
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer Salary: £53,000 + Benefits Shift: 4on4off days Location: Chard, Somerset Are you a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for your next challenge? Whether you're mechanically or electrically biased, however can demonstrate good electrical fault finding capability, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for. You'll be joining a well-established manufacturer where engineering plays a key role in maintaining production reliability, minimising downtime and supporting continuous improvement. Working as part of an experienced maintenance team, you'll be responsible for maintaining a wide range of production and packaging equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is what you'll be doing As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, your responsibilities will include: * Carrying out planned preventative and reactive maintenance across production and packaging machinery. * Diagnosing and resolving electrical and mechanical faults to minimise downtime. * Maintaining motors, drives, conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, pneumatics and associated production equipment. * Fault finding on electrical control systems, sensors, inverters and three-phase equipment. * Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to improve plant reliability and performance. * Assisting with equipment installations, upgrades and engineering projects. * Ensuring all maintenance activities are completed safely and in accordance with food manufacturing standards. * Working closely with production to maximise equipment availability. What you'll need * Time-served apprenticeship or recognised engineering qualification. * Previous maintenance engineering experience within a manufacturing environment. * Electrically biased preferred as confidence to diagnose and rectify electrical faults independently is essential * Experience fault finding on production machinery and automated equipment. * Comfortable working with three-phase motors, control panels, drives and electrical components. * A logical approach to fault finding with a strong focus on safety and reliability. * A proactive attitude and willingness to support the wider engineering team. And this is what you'll get * £53,000 basic salary. * Excellent benefits package. * Join a stable, well-established manufacturer. * Work alongside an experienced engineering team with ongoing training and support. * Varied role covering both electrical and mechanical maintenance. * Genuine long-term career opportunity. * 4 on 4 off days shift pattern Are you up to the challenge? If you're looking for a role where you'll be trusted to take ownership, solve problems and make a real impact within a busy manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV or contact Liam Reid for more information. Know someone who could be interested? We offer a referral scheme, so don't keep this opportunity to yourself.
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Electrical Bias Maintenance Engineer
Milford Haven
📌 Maintenance Engineer 📍 Milford Haven 💰 £35,000 - £40,000 (DOE) What You'll Do: You'll be joining a busy engineering team responsible for keeping operations running efficiently through a mix of reactive and planned maintenance. This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same, offering real variety across site maintenance and equipment support. Your responsibilities will include: Carrying out reactive maintenance and general repairs across the site Delivering planned preventative maintenance to minimise downtime Supporting the installation and commissioning of new machinery Working closely with production teams to reduce disruption Maintaining accurate maintenance records and documentation Upholding health, safety, and environmental standards at all times Contributing to continuous improvement and lean initiatives Supporting investigations and risk assessments where required What You'll Bring: Previous experience in a maintenance engineering role Electrical experience or qualifications are highly desirable A recognised engineering or trade qualification would be advantageous Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability Confidence working independently and managing your workload Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively A proactive, hands-on approach with a willingness to learn Any experience within food or regulated manufacturing environments would be beneficial Why You Should Apply: This is a great opportunity to join a stable and supportive business offering long-term career development within their engineering function. You'll be working a day shift pattern, giving you a strong work-life balance while still gaining exposure to varied and technically interesting work. The business is open to developing the right person, meaning there is genuine scope for progression whether you're an experienced engineer or looking to build on your foundation. Alongside a competitive salary, you'll also benefit from a comprehensive package including: Life insurance Health and wellbeing support Cycle to work scheme On-site parking Employee discounts and food provision Referral incentives Sick pay Ready to Apply? Contact Jacob Purcell to find out more. Please apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. Know someone great for the job? We offer a referral scheme? Just get in touch! Note: We do our best to respond to every application, but due to volume, we can't always guarantee it. If you haven't heard back within 7 days, unfortunately, you haven't been successful this time. Keep an eye on our site for new opportunities!
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Maintenance Engineer
Clevedon
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer Clevedon, North Somerset Salary: £51,000 to £53,500 + Attendance Allowance Shift Pattern: 12-hour rotating days and nights, Monday to Friday only (No scheduled weekends) Are you a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a role that offers genuine engineering variety, ongoing investment and your weekends back? Our client is one of the UK's leading manufacturing businesses, operating one of the largest and most advanced production facilities of its kind. Following continued investment and site expansion, they are looking to strengthen their engineering team with the appointment of a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that is committed to developing its engineers, investing in new equipment and moving towards a proactive, reliability-focused maintenance culture. What you'll be doing * Carrying out planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown support across a wide range of production equipment. * Electrical and mechanical fault finding to minimise downtime and maximise plant availability. * Supporting continuous improvement and reliability initiatives to improve equipment performance. * Assisting with machinery upgrades, installations and commissioning projects as the site continues to expand. * Working closely with production teams to identify and eliminate recurring faults. * Maintaining accurate maintenance records and working safely in line with company procedures. What's in it for you? * £51,000 to £53,500 starting salary * Monthly attendance allowance * First Aider allowance * Monday to Friday shifts with no scheduled weekend working** * Unlimited optional weekend overtime paid at time and a half, with double time after 8 hrs * 30 days annual leave including bank holidays, increasing with service * Private healthcare and life insurance * Enhanced company sick pay * Fully funded training including PLC courses and further qualifications * Genuine opportunities to work on major capital investment and continuous improvement projects What we're looking for * Level 3 qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. * Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding experience gained within manufacturing. * Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics. * PLC fault-finding experience would be advantageous but isn't essential. Ready for your next challenge? If you're looking for a role that offers excellent work-life balance, varied engineering work, significant investment and genuine opportunities to develop, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.
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Maintenance Engineer
Exeter
Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical, Electrical, or Multi-Skilled) 3 shift or 12 hr continental available Up to £57,500 per annum + Bonus + Enhanced Overtime + Full Sickness Pay + 10% employer Pension Location: Exeter Are you a skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a role with top-tier pay, job security, and career progression at a well-invested site? This is a rare opportunity to join a world-class, globally recognised production site that is a leader in its field. Backed by a multi-billion-pound global turnover, this company is a powerhouse in advanced engineering and manufacturing, supplying critical components worldwide. With a long-standing history of success, they invest heavily in their maintenance team, reflected in high retention rates and career growth opportunities. Engineers benefit from funded qualifications for mechanical engineers looking to gain electrical NVQs and become multi-skilled, as well as options to pursue HNCs and further technical development. If you have experience in hydraulics, large-scale production machinery and are looking to join a supportive team that nurtures talent, this role could be the perfect fit for you. What You'll Be Doing * Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on a range of heavy industrial machinery, ensuring high reliability and efficiency. * Responding to reactive maintenance needs when necessary, but working within a well structured maintenance culture that prioritises PPM schedules. * Working with cutting-edge equipment such as vacuum systems, hydraulic presses, CNC machines, X-ray machinery, kilns, furnaces, automated conveyors, and robotic systems. * Using your problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and optimise equipment performance. * Collaborating with a highly skilled engineering team in a facility known for first-class maintenance standards and an exemplary health & safety record. * Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and safety enhancements. What's In It for You? * Job security & stability - work for a financially strong and well-established company. * Flexible shift patterns to suit work-life balance. * Uncapped overtime - huge earning potential. * Career progression & funded training, including conversion courses for mechanical engineers to gain electrical qualifications should they wish! * 10% employer pension contribution - significantly above industry standard. * 6x annual salary life assurance & full sick pay. * Health scheme & employee assistance programmes. * Attendance & company-wide performance bonuses. * Union support and a highly supportive work environment. * 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays and xmas shut down not deducted form a/l! What We're Looking For * Relevant level 3 qualifications * Experience in a heavy industry setting or strong aptitude and willingness to work with large hydraulic systems. * Physically fit and comfortable working in a hands-on environment. * Someone who can demonstrate a real passion for engineering - whether it's car restoration in your space time, or showing a real flare for problem-solving in an engineering setting. * A proactive mindset with logical fault-finding and problem-solving skills. * A willingness to learn and develop within a high-performing team. Are You Up for the Challenge? This is a unique chance to join an elite engineering team, working in an environment that values expertise and continuous improvement. Whether you're a Mechanical Fitter, Electrical Maintenance Engineer, or Multi-Skilled Engineer, if you have the skills and motivation, we want to hear from you! Apply now to find out more about this opportunity! Know someone who might be interested? We offer a generous referral scheme!
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Maintenance Engineer
Bristol
Maintenance Engineer North Bristol £53,500 + Weekly Pay + Paid Breaks + Excellent Benefits The Opportunity This is an opportunity to join a large, well-invested manufacturing business that continues to invest heavily in its engineering function, equipment and people. The site is a technically interesting manufacturing operation with a strong engineering team and an excellent reputation for staff retention. Alongside supporting day-to-day production, the engineering department plays an active role in driving reliability improvements, continuous improvement projects and group-wide engineering initiatives. If you're the type of engineer who enjoys getting to the root cause of problems rather than simply replacing parts, this could be an excellent opportunity. The Role Working as part of a multi-skilled engineering team, you'll be responsible for planned preventative maintenance, reactive breakdown support and continuous improvement across a varied manufacturing plant. You'll be involved in maintaining and improving a broad range of equipment including: * Process plant and production machinery * Pumps, valves and pipework * Steam and heating systems * Conveyors and automated equipment * Three-phase motors and motor control systems * Sensors, relays, contactors and control panels * Variable speed drives and electrical fault finding * Bearings, gearboxes, chains, sprockets and mechanical power transmission * Hydraulic and pneumatic systems * PLC-controlled equipment Beyond day-to-day maintenance, you'll also contribute to: * Root cause analysis and reliability improvements * Planned engineering projects * Equipment upgrades and modifications * Continuous improvement initiatives * Supporting wider group engineering and reliability programmes * Improving plant performance, efficiency and equipment availability This is an environment where engineers are encouraged to challenge recurring issues, recommend improvements and play an active part in developing engineering standards across the wider business. Shift Pattern * 12-hour rotating shift pattern (days and nights) * One full week off within each rotation (rota will be provided upon application) * Excellent work-life balance What's on Offer * Salary of around £53,500 * Weekly pay * Paid breaks * Company pension * Generous holiday allowance * Ongoing technical training and development * Investment in engineering and manufacturing technology * Long-term career progression within a large multi-site manufacturing group * Opportunity to contribute to wider engineering and reliability projects across the business About You We're keen to hear from maintenance engineers who enjoy fault finding and improving equipment reliability. You'll ideally have experience working within a manufacturing, production, process or automated engineering environment and be confident fault finding across both electrical and mechanical systems. Whether your experience comes from FMCG, packaging, aerospace, automotive, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, plastics, building products or another manufacturing sector, we'd be interested in hearing from you if you enjoy solving problems and making equipment perform at its best.
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CAD Technician
Swansea
CAD Technician Up to £30,000 DOE Yolk Recruitment are supporting an established South Wales engineering manufacturer with the recruitment of a CAD Design Technician to join their growing design team. This is an excellent opportunity for a CAD Technician, CAD Designer, Draughtsperson, Draughtsman or Graduate Design Engineer looking to develop their career within a manufacturing environment. You'll play a key role in the company's transition from traditional 2D drafting into 3D CAD design, working on bespoke engineering projects using AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor and SolidWorks. Whether you already have commercial design experience or you're a strong engineering graduate with 3D CAD exposure, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a business investing in its people, technology and future growth. Key responsibilities: Produce accurate 2D manufacturing drawings using AutoCAD. Create and develop 3D models using Autodesk Inventor or SolidWorks. Interpret customer briefs and technical specifications to produce bespoke design solutions. Generate manufacturing documentation and technical drawings for production. Assist in the design and development of new products and product improvements. Work closely with sales and engineering teams to deliver customer-focused solutions. Explain technical drawings and product specifications where required. Maintain drawing revisions and manage engineering documentation. Support continuous improvement initiatives within the design department. Ensure drawings comply with manufacturing and quality requirements. This is what you'll need: Experience using AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar 2D/3D CAD software. The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. And this is what you'll get: Life insurance. Genuine career development within a growing engineering business. Health & wellbeing programme
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Engineering Supervisor
Merthyr Tydfil
Engineering Supervisor 4 on 4 off - Days/Nights Pentrebach Up to £52,000 per annum (DOE) Yolk Recruitment is proud to represent a leading organisation in Pentrebach, in their search for an Engineering Supervisor. Our client is dedicated to maintaining high standards and is seeking an experienced Engineering Supervisor to join their team. Position Overview: As a Engineering Supervisor you will be working on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern (4 days/nights), you will be a crucial part of our client's operations. You will be responsible for a team of 4 engineers maintaining and repairing a range of equipment, ensuring the smooth running of production processes, and contributing to the overall efficiency of the facility. Key Responsibilities: Lead a team to conduct planned and reactive maintenance on various equipment and machinery. Collaborate with the team to improve process efficiency. Adhere to health and safety regulations and best practices. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives. Lead the shift and attend any leadership meetings. Qualifications: Proven experience as a Multiskilled Engineer with a minimum of 2 years' experience in an Engineering Supervisor position. Strong mechanical and electrical maintenance skills. Relevant engineering qualifications. Problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach. Effective communication skills and a team player. Benefits: Competitive salary of up to £52,000 per annum (DOE). Opportunity to work with cutting-edge equipment. Career development and progression opportunities. A supportive and collaborative working environment. Employee benefits package. On-site parking. Are you up to the challenge? Are you what we're looking for? Please get in touch today with engineering specialist recruiter, Andy Jones Please apply with a CV and feel free to include a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. We also have a referral scheme so if you know of someone who would be great for the role please get in touch. *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
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Materials & Sales Co-ordinator
Plymouth
Materials & Sales Controller Plymouth £25,000 - £ 32,000 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Monday to Thursday 8:15 to 16:45 and Friday 08:15 to 13:45. Yolk Recruitment are partnered with this leading high-precision manufacturing business as they continue to grow. With a strong history of secure long term contracts the business has always offered security and the opportunity to develop in a well run, world class operation, manufacturing high quality components. In this role you will play a key role in ensuring materials are available to support production and that customer orders are processed accurately and delivered on time. Working closely with suppliers, customers and internal teams, you'll help maintain an efficient supply chain while providing proactive support to keep operations running smoothly. This is a 12 Month Fixed Term Contract starting end of August. This is what you'll be doing: Coordinate material planning, purchasing and inventory activities to ensure production requirements and customer demand are met. Process and manage purchase orders and sales orders accurately within SAP, maintaining up-to-date records and delivery schedules. Build strong relationships with suppliers, customers and internal teams to resolve supply or order issues and ensure on-time deliveries. Monitor inventory levels, expedite or reschedule material deliveries, and proactively identify and escalate potential supply risks. Support continuous improvement initiatives and collaborate across Sales, Operations and Production Planning to drive supply chain performance. The experience you'll need in this role: Experience in a supply chain, materials planning, purchasing, inventory management, sales administration or customer service role within a manufacturing or operational environment. Working knowledge of MRP and ERP systems, ideally SAP or SAP Cloud ERP, with experience managing purchasing, inventory and sales orders. Strong planning, organisational and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and respond proactively to changing demands. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with experience working collaboratively with suppliers, customers and cross-functional teams. High attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with a commitment to maintaining accurate data and delivering excellent customer service. And this is what you'll get in return: Annual pay review 25 days + bank holidays 13% pension Life assurance Enhanced maternity/paternity leave Company sick pay policy Flexible benefits package Employee assistance program Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now! *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
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Process Engineer - Textiles
Highbridge
Process Engineer - Textiles Highly competitive salary, dependent on experience Relocation package available Yolk Recruitment is supporting a well-established UK manufacturer of technical fabrics to recruit experienced Textile Process Experts to support the continued growth of the business, working to improve product quality and yield, strengthen process control and support the successful introduction of new products and technologies. This is one of the South West's largest privately owned manufacturing businesses and supplies specialist materials into a number of critical and high growth markets, They've delivered consistent, profitable growth over many years and is now investing heavily in new machinery, improved manufacturing processes and expanded research and development capability. With a strong order book and plans to almost double turnover over the coming years, these appointments form an important part of the company's next stage of development. These roles are suited to people with deep, practical knowledge of textile manufacturing. General process engineering experience alone will not be enough. You'll need industry experience and will have knowledge in either slitting, drying, binding, blending or carding manufacturing processes. What you'll be doing Acting as the technical expert for your area of the manufacturing process Supporting production teams with process settings, materials, machinery performance and product behaviour Investigating quality, yield and manufacturing performance issues Identifying the root causes of process variation and implementing practical solutions Improving process stability, consistency, throughput, yield and OEE Developing and documenting best-practice operating methods Working with experienced operators to capture and strengthen existing process knowledge Supporting trials and the introduction of new products and materials Providing technical input into machinery upgrades, capital investment and process changes Supporting the commissioning, optimisation and troubleshooting of new equipment Coaching operators, supervisors and engineers Helping establish stronger technical standards across the site What you'll bring Experience within textile or related manufacturing environments A strong record of solving manufacturing, quality or process performance problems Experience improving yield, process stability, throughput or equipment effectiveness The ability to work confidently on the shop floor with operators, engineers and production leaders Strong practical problem-solving skills, supported by data and technical judgement Experience sharing knowledge, coaching others or developing technical capability Experience supporting new products, materials, equipment or manufacturing processes What's on offer An attractive salary and package and a senior technical role with genuine influence over manufacturing performance in an environment with significant investment! If you have a strong background in textile manufacturing and experience in process, manufacturing, continuous improvement or asset optimisation, and want to use that expertise in a senior, hands-on role with real influence, apply now! *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
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Despatch Co-ordinator
Plymouth
Despatch Coordinator £27,000 Monday to Friday Yolk Recruitment are partnered with this leading high-precision manufacturing business as they continue to grow. With a strong history of secure long term contracts the business has always offered security and the opportunity to develop in a well run, world class operation, manufacturing high quality components. You'll be responsible for coordinating the smooth movement of customer orders from site to destination, ensuring shipments are prepared, documented and dispatched efficiently. Working closely with production, sales, customers and logistics partners, you'll help ensure deliveries are completed accurately, compliantly and on schedule. This is what you'll be doing: Coordinate customer shipments from order through to dispatch. Prepare shipping paperwork, export documentation and customer invoices. Arrange transport and courier collections while liaising with freight providers. Keep customers and internal teams updated on shipment progress and delivery requirements. Process export documentation, including Certificates of Origin, ATR certificates and other customs paperwork. Support loading operations, process returns, maintain shipping records and ensure all dispatch activities comply with site procedures and health & safety standards. The experience you'll need in this role: Previous experience within logistics, dispatch, shipping or export administration. Good knowledge of export documentation and customs requirements. Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail. Confident communicator, able to build effective relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues. Able to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Experience using ERP systems such as SAP would be an advantage but is not essential. And this is what you'll get in return: Annual pay review 25 days + bank holidays 13% pension Life assurance Enhanced maternity/paternity leave Company sick pay policy Flexible benefits package Employee assistance program Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now! *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
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Materials Handler (Nights)
Plymouth
Materials Handler (Night Shift) Plymouth £34,000 (Including 40% Shift Allowance) Sunday to Thursday 10pm to 6am Yolk Recruitment are partnered with this leading high-precision manufacturing business as they continue to grow. With a strong history of secure long term contracts the business has always offered security and the opportunity to develop in a well run, world class operation, manufacturing high quality components. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient movement of materials throughout the warehouse and production facility, supporting the smooth operation of manufacturing and customer deliveries. You'll safely load, unload, pick, pack and store goods, operate a forklift truck, process stock movements using SAP and WMS and maintain high standards of safety, quality and housekeeping. Working in a fast-paced environment, you'll play a key role in keeping production supplied and ensuring orders are prepared accurately and on time. This is what you'll be doing: Safely load, unload, move and store materials throughout the warehouse and production areas using forklifts and other handling equipment. Pick, prepare, pack and label customer orders, production kits and spare parts accurately to meet production schedules and customer requirements. Carry out inventory movements and process goods transactions using SAP and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), ensuring stock accuracy at all times. Support production by replenishing lineside and Kanban stock, issuing materials to the machine shop and production lines, and processing returned or defective items. Maintain high standards of health & safety, quality and housekeeping (5S), following company procedures and using Stop/Go authority where required. The experience you'll need in this role: Previous experience working in a fast-paced warehouse, logistics or materials handling environment. Valid forklift truck licence with confidence operating FLTs safely in a busy warehouse setting. Experience using warehouse management systems (WMS), SAP or similar stock control systems to manage inventory and material movements. Good attention to detail with the ability to accurately pick, pack, label and process orders while maintaining high quality standards. A proactive, reliable team player with a strong commitment to health & safety and the flexibility to work permanent night shifts. And this is what you'll get in return: Annual pay review 25 days + bank holidays 13% pension Life assurance Enhanced maternity/paternity leave Company sick pay policy Flexible benefits package Employee assistance program Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now! *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
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Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer
Cardiff
Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer Cardiff £47,500 Days What You'll Do: Yolk Recruitment is supporting a leading global manufacturing organisation in the search for an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer to join its Cardiff operation. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a highly skilled maintenance team within a well-established industrial environment where safety, reliability and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything they do. You'll play a key role in maintaining critical plant equipment, supporting production performance, and helping deliver high standards of operational excellence. Key responsibilities will include: Responding to breakdowns and carrying out fault finding on electrical and instrumentation systems. Installing, maintaining, and repairing motors, drives and associated control equipment. Supporting the commissioning, calibration and maintenance of process control and measurement systems. Working on safety-critical equipment including pressure, temperature, and level instrumentation. Maintaining hazardous area equipment in line with industry regulations and site procedures. Completing planned preventative maintenance activities and updating maintenance records. Contributing to continuous improvement projects aimed at improving plant reliability and efficiency. What You'll Bring: Time-served apprenticeship or recognised qualification in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, or a related discipline. Experience working within a manufacturing, chemical, process, industrial or heavy engineering environment. Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills. Knowledge of instrumentation, calibration, and process control systems. A proactive approach to maintenance and problem solving. Excellent awareness of health, safety, and quality standards. Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team environment. Experience using maintenance management systems and technical documentation. Why You Should Apply: This opportunity offers far more than just a maintenance role. You'll be joining a globally recognised manufacturer with a long-standing reputation for innovation, sustainability and investment in its people. The business operates across international markets and continues to strengthen its position through advanced manufacturing technologies, operational excellence and a commitment to continuous improvement. As a result, employees benefit from working within a stable and financially secure organisation that values technical expertise and long-term career development. Ready to Apply? Contact Andy Jones to find out more or apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. Note: We do our best to respond to every application, but due to volume, we can't always guarantee it. If you haven't heard back within 7 days, unfortunately, you haven't been successful this time. Keep an eye on our site for new opportunities!
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Testimonials
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Thank you to Rhys for helping me with our recent Technical recruitment. Rhys has been a pleasure to work with and consistently worked in a professional, proactive, and positive manner. I would recommend Rhys to anyone who needs help with their recruitment needs.
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Rhys not only kept communications and arrangements clear, but did so with an incredibly supportive and caring attitude that I have not experienced when dealing with other recruitment agencies in the past. Rhys was there at every step with information and support, doing everything to make sure the process was smooth and as stress free as possible. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Yolk recruitment and would gladly work with Yolk again.
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When I first spoke with Phil the feeling was completely different, and after an in-depth chat about my past experience and what I wanted from my next role, we immediately put together a plan. His extensive knowledge of employers in the region and the nuances of their hiring processes was of great help to my search and taught me a lot.
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After finding myself in a position looking for a new role, I began getting calls from countless other agencies who often half-heartedly tried to sell me a job outside of where I was looking geographically, and some of the time the job itself didn’t even exist. My experience working with Phil and Yolk Recruitment has been the opposite and it was professional, friendly and crucial to advancing my career to where it is today.
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I want to thank Yolk Recruitment for securing me an Engineering role! They've given maximum effort in preparing me for the interview and also keeping me up to date at all times. They have been very helpful and supportive and also managed to arrange for me a week off between employments! Andy Jones has also been very supportive and helpful.
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I would like to take this opportunity to thank Andy for his tremendous help and encouragement to me in finding a new position due to my relocation to Wales. He took so much time and effort to find the correct position and showed great patience and care to me personally. It felt like I was dealing with my best friend. He showed true professionalism and encouragement throughout the whole process.
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I've completed my first week in my new company and would like to say a massive thank you for helping find me this position. I am grateful for all the help you have given me in the interview process and how you were always available and your advice was always helpful. It has been a pleasure working with Yolk Recruitment and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend or work with you again in the future. Thank you for everything!
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Thank you Liam for all your help and support with Engineering recruitment, your continued efforts are hugely appreciated. You’ve been a pleasure to work with, and I look forward to our paths crossing again!
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Phil is a true professional, someone who is driven and passionate about achieving the best results for his customers. Phil has always gone that extra mile and has always updated me at regular intervals, this has been reassuring especially through Covid. I can’t speak highly enough of my successful experience with Phil, someone whom I would highly recommend.
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Phil is a true credit to the recruitment industry in many ways, and is truly a 'people person' in every sense. During a difficult time in my career, Phil was of great support and comfort, even ringing me to see how I was getting on when he had nothing available. Rather than just a number, Phil made me feel valued and displayed true professionalism. A top person who receives my highest recommendation, and a credit to Yolk Recruitment!
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My experience with Harry as a recruiter has been exceptional. I couldn’t be more impressed with his approach. He is someone who understood my ambition and has gone the extra mile to help me achieve my desired career. Harry has brought professional advice at all stages of my employment and has helped open doors for my progression. I highly recommend both Harry and Yolk recruitment.
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I had a brilliant experience with Andy Jones from Yolk Engineering. Professional, informative and always quick to answer any questions. He found me a perfect match with the company I am now in.Highly recommend Yolk Engineering and thank you, Andy!
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Yolk have been instrumental in the successful delivery of Renold’s growth ambitions in 2016/2017. The quality of candidates presented to us by Yolk is far higher than we previously received from other agencies. Now I don’t even need to see the CV to arrange an interview and I can’t remember when I didn’t make an offer to someone I’ve interviewed. The team at Yolk have always filled us with the confidence that they can deliver – and they do!
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Having already worked with Phil and his team on permanent recruitment projects, it was a no-brainer to turn to Yolk when we had a need for a temporary team of Production Operatives. Relying on their recruitment knowledge and processes has been incredibly important when getting the new team recruited, on-boarded, and the financial and legal admin sorted immediately. We can’t recommend Phil and his Engineering recruitment team enough.
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I'd just like to thank you for Phil and the team at Yolk for helping me find my perfect role with such a fantastic company - the advice and guidance you have offered through this process has been second to none and I feel that your approach has been completely informed with no frills or false information in an honest and well intentioned manner with complete professional management of my expectations.
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I have worked with recruitment companies for 30 years. I can honestly say Yolk are the first recruitment company to really listen to our requirements, understand our culture change programme and rapid expansion plans and to deliver on the brief. A no nonsense, added value approach.
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From the very first phone call Harry was very friendly and easy to get along with. He laid out his plan for me clearly and put me at ease that we'd find a job fairly easily. Harry was in constant contact with any news and gave out very good advice on what to do at the interview stage. I wouldn't hesitate to use Yolk and Harry again if needed and will be recommending to friends if they are looking for work.
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Having worked closely with Yolk Recruitment on a number of recruitment assignments, I have no hesitation in recommending them for your recruitment needs. The success of Yolk Recruitment is their emphasis on building relationships with clients and developing an in depth knowledge of both the business and the candidate. We have enjoyed a personable, professional service with Yolk and envisage them being a business partner to satisfy our future r...
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Phil is a true credit to the recruitment industry in many ways, and is truly a 'people person' in every sense. During a difficult time in my career, Phil was of great support and comfort, even ringing me to see how I was getting on when he had nothing available which was definitely a first. Rather than just a number, Phil made me feel valued and eventually placed me with a fantastic company and culture. This was after receiving two separate of...
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My experience working with Yolk Recruitment has been professional, friendly and crucial to advancing my career to where it is today. After finding myself in a position looking for a new role within electronics in South Wales, I began getting calls from countless other agencies who often half-heartedly tried to sell me a job outside of where I was looking geographically, and some of the time the job itself didn’t even exist.When I first spoke w...
Key Engineering Team Contacts
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Natalie Poynton
Principal Consultant | Engineering & Technical
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Jacob Purcell
Consultant | Maintenance Engineering
Jacob is a specialist recruiter hiring across all manufacturing and production sectors.
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Tom Davies
Consultant | Quality and Health & Safety
Tom focuses on the Quality and Health & Safety sectors across the region, with a strong network of well-established industry relationships.
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Liam Reid
Senior Principal Consultant | Maintenance Engineering
Liam is a highly experienced recruiter that specialises in Maintenance Engineering across the South West.
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Harry Williams
Principal Consultant | Maintenance Engineering
Harry’s the preferred recruiter for Mechanical, Electrical and Multiskilled Engineers across Wales, Gloucester and Bristol.
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Rhys Jones
Executive Consultant | Quality and Health & Safety
Rhys specialises in Quality and H&S recruitment across the region, with an extensive network of cultivated relationships in our sectors.
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Andy Jones
Senior Manager | Maintenance Engineering
Andy has extensive specialist knowledge and a comprehensive understanding of the needs of Engineers and employers.
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Phil Pitman
Managing Director | Engineering & Technical
Phil leads our operation as well as recruiting across all Engineering & Technical specialisms and ensures we deliver a best-in-class service.
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David Jenkins
Sales Director
David identifies opportunities for Yolk to partner with clients who are undergoing growth, discovering how we can take them to the next level.
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Engineering & Technical Salary Survey 2025
Yolk Recruitment's Engineering & Technical Salary Guide for 2025 covers market research and salary benchmarks across all of our Engineering verticals. In this report, we've benchmarked the key levels of expertise for each role across South Wales & the South West.
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The Engineering & Technical Industry: Market Trends and Candidates 2025/26
Yolk's Engineering & Technical recruitment team dive into the trends shaping the recruitment of engineering professionals through 2025 and into 2026. With the industry remaining resilient, these market insights and hiring shifts are a must-read for employers.
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