
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.

"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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Maintenance Engineer
Pyle
Maintenance Engineer Days - £40,000 Permanent Yolk Recruitment is supporting a local established and respected manufacturing business in the Bridgend area in their search for a Maintenance Engineer to join the team on a permanent days-based shift. This is a great opportunity to join a business that invests in its people, equipment, and processes. The company supplies to a variety of essential industries and operates from a clean, modern site with a strong focus on continuous improvement. As Maintenance Engineer, you'll be responsible for: Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on production machinery Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults Supporting improvement projects to enhance machine performance and reliability Working collaboratively with production and engineering teams to reduce downtime The experience you'll bring to the team: Experience in a similar maintenance role within a manufacturing environment Competence in mechanical and electrical fault finding and repair A proactive approach to maintenance and problem solving Relevant engineering qualifications (NVQ Level 3, HNC or equivalent) And this is what you'll get in return: £40,000 annual salary Monday to Friday day shifts (no nights or weekends) 25 days holiday + bank holidays Company pension scheme A supportive and forward-thinking working environment 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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Maintenance Manager
Neath
Maintenance Manager Upto £65,000 Days - Full Time Yolk Recruitment is proud to be supporting a leading manufacturing organisation in their search for an Maintenance Manager to join their site leadership team. As a key part of the operations structure, this role offers the opportunity to take full ownership of the site's Maintenance function - leading a skilled team, ensuring asset reliability, and driving compliance and performance across the board. With recent investment and a strong focus on continuous improvement, this is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious engineering leader to make their mark. Position Overview: As the Maintenance Manager, you will be ensuring operational reliability, safety compliance, cost control, and site efficiency. You'll lead, motivate, and develop a multi-skilled engineering team while managing contractors and projects to deliver real improvements to site performance. This is what you'll be doing: Provide leadership, ensuring your team is fully skilled, engaged, and aligned across shifts. Manage and develop apprentices, creating succession plans and supporting training needs. Deliver optimised planned, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies. Maintain PPM compliance for all assets and drive root cause analysis on breakdowns. Ensure 100% compliance with safety, environmental, and engineering regulations. Foster a proactive culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. The experience you'll bring to the team: Proven track record leading and developing multi-skilled engineering teams. Strong background in asset maintenance, predictive maintenance, and reliability programmes. Experience in managing contractors, SLAs, and service agreements. A people-focused leader who lives and breathes Health & Safety, compliance, and quality. And this is what you'll get in return: A salary of up to £65,000 The chance to lead a skilled team in a forward-thinking, investment-backed business A role with real scope for impact and progression 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 the perfect fit. We also run a referral scheme, so if you know somebody who would be ideal, get in touch. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high volume of applications we cannot guarantee a response to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within 7 days, unfortunately you've been unsuccessful this time. Please keep an eye on our website for future opportunities.
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HGV Technician
Ammanford
Yolk Recruitment is supporting a successful and growing family business based in Ammanford, seeking a skilled Workshop HGV Technician to join their dedicated team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a company committed to excellence, where passion for the trade is valued highly. Role Overview The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out heavy commercial vehicle maintenance including servicing, preventative maintenance, repairs, and MOT preparation. You will be working both independently and as part of a close-knit team, ensuring a high standard of workmanship at all times. Key Responsibilities Carry out 6-weekly inspections and services to DVSA standards Fault diagnostics and rectification using Jaltest diagnostic equipment Prepare vehicles for MOT and carry out all necessary repairs Order and manage parts, working with the Transport Manager for authorisation Complete job sheets and inspection documentation accurately and on time Maintain a positive safety culture in all work areas Skills & Requirements NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent Strong knowledge of DVSA defect classifications Experience with engines, electrics, diagnostics, and gearbox transmissions Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with flexibility on working hours Ability to work on plant/machinery is advantageous HGV licence preferred but not essential Willingness to work weekends when required And this is what you'll get in return: Circa £38-£40,000 annual salary Monday to Friday day shifts (no nights or weekends) Company pension scheme A supportive and forward-thinking working environment 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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Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer
Haverfordwest
Multiskilled Engineer (4 on 4 off) Haverfordwest, Wales Salary: Negotiable Yolk Recruitment is proud to represent a leading organisation in Haverfordwest, Wales, in their search for a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer. Operating as part of a wider group, the company is a key player in the food production sector, supplying high-quality products to major retailers and food service providers. 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 multiskilled Engineer to join their team with an opportunity to develop into a shift leader. Position Overview: As a Maintenance Engineer working on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern (Days), 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. Conducting both planned and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime and ensure the smooth running of production lines Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Ensuring all work complies with health and safety standards and food industry regulations Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, optimising processes and enhancing efficiency Working collaboratively with production and engineering teams to ensure seamless operation The experience you'll bring to the team. Previous experience in a maintenance engineering role within a manufacturing or food production environment Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding and repair skills A proactive and problem-solving approach, with the ability to work effectively under pressure Recognised engineering qualifications (NVQ, HNC, or equivalent) Ability to work independently and as part of a team within a fast-paced setting Willingness to work a 4 on 4 off shift pattern (Days). And this is what you'll get in return. Salary of up to £42,000 dependent on experience. 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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Buyer
Ammanford
Packaging Buyer South Wales £28,000 - £37,000 + benefits Yolk Recruitment is proud to be supporting a well-established food manufacturing business with a rare opportunity to join their procurement team. This is a great fit for someone with purchasing experience who's looking to take ownership of their own product area in a role that offers the perfect balance of pace, responsibility and long-term potential. You'll be joining a stable, supportive supply chain team, working on-site with experienced colleagues who value collaboration and attention to detail. The workload is well-paced - not overwhelming, but consistent - and the business is big on internal development, with a proven track record of promoting from within. If you're looking for a role that will grow with you in a business that actively supports career progression, this could be a perfect next step. This is what you'll be doing Maintaining stock levels across site and external storage locations. Monitoring forecasts and placing timely orders with multiple suppliers. Raising purchase orders, tracking deliveries and resolving any discrepancies. Liaising with suppliers to ensure delivery accuracy and continuity of supply. Working cross-functionally with Production, NPD, Technical, Finance and Operations to support efficient operations. Approving invoices and managing delivery documentation. Ensuring all items meet quality and specification standards and liaising with suppliers where necessary. The experience you'll bring to the team Previous purchasing experience Analytical and organised with excellent attention to detail. Strong communication skills And this is what you'll get in return A supportive, well-balanced workload in a respected business. Flexible start times (typically between 6:00am and 8:30am and finishing as early as 2.30pm). On-site parking, subsidised canteen, workplace pension and holiday allowance. Career progression opportunities - this company promotes from within and develops future leaders. Are you up to the challenge? Please apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. We also have a referral scheme, so if you know someone who would be great for this position, 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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Development & Test Lead Engineer - Hydraulics
Chepstow
Engineering Test Manager South Wales Contract - 6 months Yolk Recruitment is partnered with a well-established engineering business looking for a Contract Engineering Test Manager for a 6 month contract leading an Engineering test lab and team. You'll play a role in overseeing oversee test and development projects and ensure the smooth running of a busy engineering test laboratory environment, supporting the development of new products with test and validation activities. This is what you'll be doing Planning and overseeing test and development work in an R&D Test Lab, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and to the right standard Leading and managing a small team of technicians Planning and coordinating test activities for prototypes, validation and customer programmes. Producing verification plans, test plans, procedures, and schedules The experience you'll bring to the team Background in an engineering laboratory or test environment. Experience of hydraulics and/or electro-hydraulics Knowledge of data acquisition systems and test processes. Practical mindset, confident in planning work, solving problems, and making improvements. Apply now to find out more.
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Production Supervisor
Boroughbridge
Production Supervisor - Food £42,000 - £46,000 North Yorkshire Yolk Recruitment is exclusively partnered with this award-winning food manufacturer in their search for a Production Supervisor to take ownership of a busy, short term operation through the company's peak period. This is an ideal role for a Production Team Leader, Production Supervisor or Production Manager to join a high growth organisation with multiple sites in a commutable distance, this Fixed Term Contract will give exposure to a world class operation and access to other opportunities in the group. This is a hands on leadership role, working a day shift Monday-Friday you'll lead a small production team of 10-15 to deliver consistent output safety and qualify performance in a fast moving environment. You'll coordinate people, materials and process to ensure production runs to plan. What you'll be doing Lead daily production activities, ensuring schedules and targets are met Supervise, coach and motivate a team of around a dozen operators Monitor performance and respond quickly to downtime or bottlenecks Ensure compliance with H&S, food safety and quality standards Manage labour allocation and coordinate with planning and warehouse teams Maintain accurate production records and support continuous improvement activity What you'll bring Experience leading teams in food manufacturing or FMCG Able to analyse and present Key Performance Indicators Familiarity with WMS and inventory control Experience of coldstore environment advantageous What you'll get in return Salary between £42,000 - £46,000 Flexible benefits package Supportive, well organised manufacturing envirnm4nt with clear expectations Further career opportunities 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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Senior EHS Coordinator
Exeter
Senior EHS Coordinator £50,000 + DOE. Yolk Recruitment is supporting an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior EHS Coordinator to join a well-established and innovative manufacturing site based in Exeter. This is a full-time, permanent role where you'll take the lead on EHS compliance, deliver critical training and development, and play a key part in shaping a strong safety culture. If you're passionate about health, safety, sustainability, and making a real impact, this could be your next move. As the Senior EHS Coordinator, you'll lead on all aspects of environmental, health, and safety at a high-performing manufacturing plant. From overseeing compliance and risk assessments to driving behavioural safety and managing occupational health programmes, you'll play a hands-on role in ensuring a safe, sustainable and legally compliant workplace. Key responsibilities: Ensure full compliance with UK EHS legislation and internal company standards. Provide technical support and advice on all Environmental, Health and Safety matters. Design and deliver EHS training: risk assessments, toolbox talks, permits to work, and emergency procedures. Maintain accurate training records, compliance matrices, and surveillance schedules. Lead internal audits and support external regulatory audits. Manage occupational health programs and liaise with service providers. Maintain and develop COSHH management systems and procedures. Support and develop a network of shopfloor EHS Coordinators across the site. Report, investigate, and act on incidents, near misses, and safety concerns. Lead and participate in the site emergency response team. Maintain legal compliance documentation including H&S Legal Register and risk assessments. Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Engineering, HR, Operations, and more. Engage with external stakeholders such as contractors, regulators, councils, and insurance bodies. And this is what you'll need: Experience in EHS roles within engineering or manufacturing sectors. NEBOSH Certificate. Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills. And this is what you'll get: WPA Health Cash Back Plan AXA private healthcare. Life Assurance (up to 6x annual salary) Pension salary sacrifice scheme (up to 10% through salary sacrifice) If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to succeed as Senior EHS Coordinator, apply now. Please note: Whilst we do our best to contact all applicants, due to the high volume of applications, we cannot guarantee contact for every role. If you have not heard from us within 7 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
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Test & Development Engineer
Newport
Test & Development Engineer - Mechanical/Mechatronic South Wales £40,000 - £50,000 + benefits Yolk Recruitment is exclusively partnered with an established and growing engineering business, part of a global group investing heavily in its UK design and development operations, to recruit a Development Engineer for a collaborative and forward-thinking R&D function. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer to play a key role in testing, validating, and improving complex mechanical and mechatronic systems used in demanding, high-performance applications. You'll work at the intersection of design, analysis and production - helping to turn innovative concepts into reliable, proven products. This is what you'll be doing Planning and carrying out development and validation testing on new and existing products Gathering, analysing and interpreting performance data to support engineering decisions Producing clear technical documentation and detailed test reports for internal and external use Supporting New Product Development (NPD) activity from concept through to production release Contributing to DFMEA, DFM and DFA reviews and helping to resolve technical challenges Working collaboratively with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to optimise performance and reliability Occasionally visiting group or customer sites to support testing and development programmes The experience you'll bring to the team HND or degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience) Experience within a product development, validation, or test environment Confidence interpreting drawings, schematics and technical documentation Ability to analyse data, perform engineering calculations, and communicate findings clearly Practical mindset, comfortable in both lab and workshop environments Self-motivated, methodical, and comfortable working as part of a cross-functional team And this is what you'll get in return Salary in the region of £40,000 - £50,000, depending on experience Excellent benefits package including pension, holidays and wider perks. Real technical variety, working on products from concept to production Long-term development and progression within a global engineering group 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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NPI Project Engineer - Electrical/Electronics
Cowbridge
NPI Project Engineer - Electrical/Electronics South Wales £32,000 - £36,000 + substantial pension, bonus, benefits package Yolk Engineering is exclusively managing a new opportunity with a growing advanced manufacturing business known for its next generation products, innovation in manufacturing and the employer of choice for any passionate Engineer. This is a high potential career opportunity working with cutting edge technologies in a future proof field. An exciting new role in a growing team that combines NPI, project management, design-level product knowledge and hands-on bench skills, and will give you an end to end view of the product lifecycle and the opportunity to develop your expertise and career in a supportive and collaborative environment. You'll need electrical/electronic knowledge and will have an understanding of how a product is manufactured. A familiarity with software is advantageous, as is exposure to project management, either through leading projects yourself or exposure to PM tools and processes. You'll need to be comfortable on the bench, analytically, and working with others. What you'll be doing You'll work in a collaborative team responsibel for quickly understading new products, supporting their introduction, from development stage feedback to technical support in full manufacturing flow. Every day's different, but activities include: Leading and coordinating new product introductions - chairing meetings, planning timelines, managing actions and acting as the technical lead from concept to manufacture. Taking ownership of product-related issues - fault-finding down to component level, carrying out root cause analysis, and implementing robust countermeasures. Working closely with design authorities to support product improvements and guide design-for-manufacture decisions. Providing day-to-day technical support, becoming the go-to expert for your allocated product or technology. Getting involved in everything from installing new equipment and mentoring apprentices, to educating others in your specialist area and identifying ways to improve process and quality. Depending on business needs and your own abilities the split of work can vary, at times more focused on NPI, at others on technical support and problem-solving. There's structure in working to strong process frameworks but once fully embedded in your role you'll be in control of your day, trusted to direct your own activities to support your department and company's objectives. What we're looking for A background in electrical or electronic engineering - either through education or strong hands-on experience. Practical bench skills, including diagnostic and fault-finding experience. An understanding of project management principles - including planning, coordination, and communicating across departments. Someone who works well with others but also thrives with independence and freedom to make decisions. Comfortable dealing with people at all levels and confident presenting Knowledge of Six Sigma / Lean methodologies is advantageous Familiarity with structured problem-solving techniques (e.g. 8D, DMAIC, KT) is advantageous. An interest in next-gen electronics, embedded tech or AI - a natural curiosity and passion for learning. And this is what you'll get in return Salary depending on experience Substantial company pension Private healthcare Annual company bonus 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays Significant training resources and time given for development Proven progression opportunities Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this Project Engineer 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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Technical/Sales Manager
London
Technical Sales Manager Up to £120,000 + bonus + car allowance Yolk Recruitment is supporting a world-class engineering business in their search for a Technical Sales Manager. This organisation delivers specialist processes and advanced engineering solutions to industries including aerospace, defence, automotive, energy, and medical technologies. With a strong reputation for technical innovation and engineering excellence, they provide critical solutions that improve performance, reliability, and safety across complex industrial applications. This is an exciting opportunity to lead regional sales growth, manage a high-performing team, and shape commercial strategy while working closely with technical experts and global customers. We are particularly interested in speaking to commercially driven leaders who bring a strategic mindset and technical depth whether you are an experienced Technical Sales Manager or currently operating at Director level. This position will suit someone who thrives on building trusted customer partnerships in complex engineering markets, and who can drive long-term growth as well as lead teams with vision and credibility. Key responsibilities: Develop and execute regional sales strategies to achieve sustainable growth and exceed targets across engineering and advanced manufacturing markets. Design and implement pricing strategies that maximise competitiveness and profitability in technically demanding industries such as aerospace, defence, automotive, energy and medical. Identify and convert new business opportunities within complex engineering markets, ensuring strong pipeline management. Strengthen technical relationships with customers through site visits, presentations, product knowledge, and demonstrations of engineering solutions. Work cross-functionally with operations, quality, customer service, and technical experts to deliver robust, high-value solutions to customers. Monitor market trends, customer requirements and competitor activity within specialist engineering and manufacturing sectors to identify opportunities and risks. Represent the business at industry events, trade shows, and networking forums, showcasing technical capability and expertise. Play a key role in budgeting and long-term strategic planning, informed by market insight and customer needs in advanced engineering industries. This is what you'll need: Proven experience in technical sales management or commercial leadership. Strong background in engineering, materials science, advanced manufacturing or industrial solutions. Ability to engage with technical decision-makers and understand complex customer requirements. Experience in pricing, contracts, and managing high-value agreements. Strong leadership and team development skills. Willingness to travel nationally and internationally. And this is what you'll get: Competitive salary. Car allowance. Private medical insurance. 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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Technical/Sales Manager
Coventry
Technical Sales Manager Up to £120,000 + bonus + car allowance Yolk Recruitment is supporting a world-class engineering business in their search for a Technical Sales Manager. This organisation delivers specialist processes and advanced engineering solutions to industries including aerospace, defence, automotive, energy, and medical technologies. With a strong reputation for technical innovation and engineering excellence, they provide critical solutions that improve performance, reliability, and safety across complex industrial applications. This is an exciting opportunity to lead regional sales growth, manage a high-performing team, and shape commercial strategy while working closely with technical experts and global customers. We are particularly interested in speaking to commercially driven leaders who bring a strategic mindset and technical depth whether you are an experienced Technical Sales Manager or currently operating at Director level. This position will suit someone who thrives on building trusted customer partnerships in complex engineering markets, and who can drive long-term growth as well as lead teams with vision and credibility. Key responsibilities: Develop and execute regional sales strategies to achieve sustainable growth and exceed targets across engineering and advanced manufacturing markets. Design and implement pricing strategies that maximise competitiveness and profitability in technically demanding industries such as aerospace, defence, automotive, energy and medical. Identify and convert new business opportunities within complex engineering markets, ensuring strong pipeline management. Strengthen technical relationships with customers through site visits, presentations, product knowledge, and demonstrations of engineering solutions. Work cross-functionally with operations, quality, customer service, and technical experts to deliver robust, high-value solutions to customers. Monitor market trends, customer requirements and competitor activity within specialist engineering and manufacturing sectors to identify opportunities and risks. Represent the business at industry events, trade shows, and networking forums, showcasing technical capability and expertise. Play a key role in budgeting and long-term strategic planning, informed by market insight and customer needs in advanced engineering industries. This is what you'll need: Proven experience in technical sales management or commercial leadership. Strong background in engineering, materials science, advanced manufacturing or industrial solutions. Ability to engage with technical decision-makers and understand complex customer requirements. Experience in pricing, contracts, and managing high-value agreements. Strong leadership and team development skills. Willingness to travel nationally and internationally. And this is what you'll get: Competitive salary. Bonus Car allowance. Private medical insurance. 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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Quality Technician
Llantrisant
Quality Inspection Technician Llantrisant £30,300 Yolk Recruitment are managing an exciting new opportunity for someone with a background in Quality Control for a new opportunity with one of South Wales' leading manufacturing businesses. This is an excellent opportunity for you whether you're at the beginning of your career in this field or have more experience behind you as the team has capacity to train, develop and support, or provide more autonomy if you have the experience to take on more. This is a two shift role, working mornings and afternoons. This is what you'll be doing Carrying out visual inspection of finished product in line with customer specification Use of laboratory equipment such as viscometer, pH and density meters Documenting test results and maintaining traceability paperwork Updating the QMS and ERP systems Investigating nonconformances Communicating control results and decisions Problem solving to enhance product quality This is what you'll need Experience in Quality in food, medical or similar manufacturing environment, or a degree in related field Excellent communication skills and attention to detail Proven ability to learn internal quality standards Problem solving skills And this is what you'll get in return £30,300 inc shift allowance Company pension Onsite subsidised canteen 25 days holidays + bank holidays Occupation Health, Mental Health, Physical First Aid Proven professional and career development opportunities 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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Quality Engineer
Bridgend
Quality Engineer Up to £37,000 Are you a detail-oriented problem solver with a passion for quality and continuous improvement? Yolk Recruitment is supporting an exciting opportunity for a Quality Engineer to join a forward-thinking, high-performing team that drives excellence across manufacturing operations. In this role, you'll play a critical part in ensuring products meet the highest standards, improving processes, and delivering solutions that make a real impact on production efficiency, reliability, and customer satisfaction. You'll have the chance to collaborate with expert engineers, contribute to New Product Introductions, apply Lean, Six Sigma, and other quality methodologies to processes and product performance. If you're looking for a role where your insights are valued, your technical skills are developed, and your work directly supports operational success, this position could be for you! Key responsibilities: Take ownership of product and process quality across assemblies and manufacturing operations. Lead investigations into product or process issues and provide clear, actionable recommendations. Support New Product Introduction projects with effective quality planning. Develop and maintain in-process quality testing procedures to ensure consistency and reliability. Present quality metrics and progress updates to senior leadership. Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and other quality methodologies to improve efficiency and yield. Collaborate with global teams, including visits to sister factories, to share knowledge and enhance quality performance. Work with engineers to implement practical solutions and process improvements. And this is what you'll need: Experience working in a similar or quality related role. Knowledge of quality tools. And this is what you'll get: Competitive salary. Substantial company pension. Private medical insurance. A broad range of attractive perks. 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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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Port Talbot
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Key Information: Location: Port Talbot Salary: £49,000 Shifts: Continental Sector: High-Volume Manufacturing Join a Leading Manufacturer at the Forefront of High-Speed Production This is your opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer based in Port Talbot, this site is a hub of innovation, precision, and performance. The company is investing heavily in its people, processes, and technology, and is fast-paced, rewarding environment for skilled engineers. The culture here is built on collaboration, continuous improvement, and a shared commitment to excellence. Whether you're solving complex mechanical issues or contributing to long-term reliability strategies, your ideas and initiative will be valued and supported. This is what you'll be doing as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you'll be a key player in ensuring the smooth operation of high-speed, automated production lines: Conducting planned and reactive mechanical maintenance on a wide range of modern manufacturing equipment. Maintaining and fault finding on production machinery to minimise downtime and maintain production targets. Supporting continuous improvement initiatives by identifying root causes and implementing long-term solutions. Upholding the highest standards of health, safety, and compliance in all maintenance activities. This is what you'll bring to the team experience in mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing or FMCG environment. Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills under pressure. Familiarity with pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems. A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement. communication and teamwork skills. This is what you'll get in return Competitive salary: £49,000 Panama shift pattern Access to state-of-the-art machinery and tools Ongoing training and development opportunities Ready to take your engineering career to the next level? If you're a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer looking for a fresh challenge in a high-performance environment, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and feel free to include a cover letter outlining why you're the perfect fit for this role.
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Health, Safety, Environmental and Facilities Manager
Cwmbran
Health, Safety, Environmental and Facilities Manager Up to £50,000 Yolk Recruitment is proud to be exclusively supporting a leading manufacturing business in the recruitment of a Health, Safety, Environmental and Facilities Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced H&S professional to play a key role in driving health, safety, environmental compliance and facilities coordination at a busy production site. If you're passionate about safety culture, environmental standards, and keeping operations running smoothly, this could be the role for you. You'll oversee all HS&E compliance on site while also coordinating essential facilities management activities. You'll be the go-to person for H&S advice, policies, and audits, while also ensuring the smooth running of maintenance schedules, statutory inspections, and site services. Key responsibilities: Develop, implement, and maintain HS&E policies, procedures, and practices. Ensure compliance with all relevant H&S legislation and regulatory requirements. Provide professional H&S advice, guidance, and coaching to all levels of the business. Lead and coordinate internal and external audits, maintaining ISO45001 and ISO14001 certifications. Deliver H&S training and communications across the workforce. Analyse HS&E data, create reports, and ensure accurate record keeping. Promote a positive safety culture and continuous improvement ethos through the Health & Safety committee. Coordinate facilities and equipment maintenance across the site. Oversee internal maintenance schedules in collaboration with Production Planning. Liaise with equipment providers for servicing and breakdowns. Represent maintenance within production meetings. Manage statutory inspections (fire, electrical, etc.) and ensure site services and building fabric are maintained. This is what you'll need: NEBOSH qualified. Experience working within a manufacturing environment. Experience in facilities or maintenance coordination would be advantageous. And this is what you'll get: Competitive salary. Early finish on Friday's. Death in service. Company bonus.
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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Weston-super-Mare
Role: Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Shift: Monday to Friday - Days, 9-day fortnight Pay: £40,000 per annum Location: Weston-super-Mare Have you recently completed an apprenticeship or are you a time-served Mechanical Engineer with experience in hydraulics and rotating equipment? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established Tier 1 supplier to household name brands, currently investing in its maintenance team. You'll be joining at an exciting time where you can make a real difference, with the autonomy to take ownership of your work and the support of a dedicated Maintenance Manager. This is what you'll be doing: The Mechanical Maintenance Engineer will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the facility. Your main responsibility will be to carry out preventive and reactive maintenance on a range of equipment and machinery, minimising downtime and improving reliability. Responsibilities: Carry out planned preventative maintenance to reduce downtime and maintain production schedules. Respond quickly and effectively to breakdowns, stripping machinery to component level and replacing parts. Overhaul and replace bearings, seals, gearboxes, pumps, sprockets, and other rotating parts. Maintain and repair hydraulic systems including valves, actuators, and hoses. Support machinery moves, installations, and improvement projects. Work independently and collaboratively to troubleshoot faults and implement lasting fixes. Contribute to continuous improvement, reliability, and Health & Safety initiatives. Keep accurate records of maintenance activities and ensure compliance with company policies. Support the development of a proactive and efficient maintenance function. Qualifications: Apprentice-trained or time-served Mechanical Engineer (or equivalent experience). Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment. Strong background in hydraulics and rotating equipment. Skilled in strip-down, inspection, and rebuild of machinery to component level. Excellent problem-solving ability with a logical and hands-on approach. Organised, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and as part of a team. And this is what you'll get in return: A starting salary of circa £40,000 Monday to Friday days, with a 9-day fortnight (every other Friday off) Supportive leadership with real autonomy in your role Opportunity to be part of a growing maintenance function with scope to shape its future Long-term job security with a stable and respected Tier 1 supplier You'll be joining a business with an excellent reputation for quality and service, supplying to some of the UK's best-known brands, and can look forward to future progression opportunities as the team continues to grow. Are you up to the challenge? Are you what we're looking for? Please get in touch today with engineering specialist recruiter, Liam Reid. 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 someone who would be great for this 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 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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Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
Bristol
Maintenance Engineer Up to £52,000 per Annum Continental Shift Pattern (34 hrs per week) Bristol Overview This is an amazing opportunity to join a widely successful and growing business with multiple UK and overseas sites, where they focus on the manufacturing of high-quality products used by some of the worlds largest brands. The Mechanical Maintenance Engineer role plays a vital part in the day-to-day operations of the business across the board, therefore this company focusses maintaining an excellent environment for their dynamic engineering team. As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, 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 What we'll need from you: Experience working as a Mechanical or Electrically biased Maintenance Engineer within manufacturing Constant drive, enthusiasm, and self-motivation with ability to motivate others. Ability to work under pressure. Accurate and timely reporting skills. 3-4 years' experience of working within a similar environment. Working knowledge of good engineering practices NVQ level 3 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent City & Guilds or HNC) or equivalent. What you'll get in return: A salary of up to £52,000 Generous time off, working just 130 shifts per year Generous pension & sickness cover Excellent training and development opportunities
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Maintenance Engineer
Bristol
Maintenance Engineer Days - Monday to Friday (3:30pm finish + early Friday finish) £40,000 basic + bonus + additional payments Bristol Fed up with shifts? Want your evenings and weekends back? This is the role for you. We're looking for a skilled Maintenance Engineer (electrical bias) to join a well-established manufacturer in Bristol. You'll be part of a small, close-knit team where production and maintenance work together, not against each other. Retention here is excellent, and the hours are some of the best you'll find in engineering What you'll be doing Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across presses, vacuums, ovens, and control systems Electrical and mechanical fault finding on production machinery Supporting project and installation work where needed What we're looking for Experience in a manufacturing maintenance role Ideally electrically biased with strong fault-finding skills Confident across both electrical and mechanical kit Recognised engineering qualifications (Level 3 minimum, 18th Edition desirable) Solid health & safety knowledge A proactive team player with good communication skills What's on offer £40,000 basic salary 5% annual bonus 1-in-4 weekly callout rota (£100 standby + minimum 3 hours pay if called) 29 days holiday (increasing with service) Company pension Life assurance Sick pay scheme after 1 year This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a long-term, days-only role with a stable, growing business that values its people. Interested? Apply today with your CV, or contact Liam Reid for more details. We also run a referral scheme - if you know someone who might be interested, let us know and we'll reward you if they're successful. Please note: this employer does not offer visa sponsorship.
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Production Manager
Bridgend
Production Manager £30,000 - £35,000 (FTC 12 Months) South Wales No manufacturing experience needed Yolk Recruitment is proud to be exclusively partnered with an award-winning manufacturing business that develops advanced technologies for global markets from its state-of-the-art facility in South Wales. We're looking for a Production Manager on a fixed term contract for 12 months to take responsibility for the full production process within manufacturing operations. You don't need to come from a manufacturing background to be considered. What we're really looking for are the right attributes: leadership potential, the ability to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment, and the confidence to bring people together and motivate a team. This is more than just a production role it's an opportunity to build strong relationships across the business and externally, drive best practices, and contribute to the future of a forward-thinking and future-proof organisation. With industry-leading benefits, including an unbeatable pension plan, a supportive team culture, and a wide range of attractive perks, this fixed-term opportunity offers a rewarding and engaging environment. This is what you'll be doing Responsibilities include: Lead, motivate and develop a production team, ensuring daily goals are met. Support shift operations and adapt to rapidly changing priorities. Build strong relationships across departments such as Supply Chain and Engineering. Report on performance metrics and look for opportunities to improve. Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and compliance. Promote a positive, motivated, and engaged team culture. Communicate effectively with staff at all levels, managing challenges calmly and professionally. Organise and lead daily team briefings to align everyone on priorities. Support the onboarding and training of new starters, helping them integrate quickly into the team. Encourage collaboration and problem-solving across the team to overcome challenges. We're not asking for years of manufacturing experience. Instead, we want someone who has the right mindset and transferable leadership skills. For example, you might have gained leadership through: University projects, societies, or placements. Sports such as rugby, football, netball, or other team environments. Leading teams or projects in a different industry. And this is what you'll get in return A starting salary between £30,000-£35,000 Substantial company pension 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays Private healthcare and wellbeing benefits A broad range of attractive perks 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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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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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
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
Senior 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
Senior Principal 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
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
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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