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With over seven years’ experience in recruitment, Oliver has been a key part of the Busy Bee team for the past five years, consistently demonstrating his commitment to both client success and business growth. Through his hard work and dedication, he has progressed into the role of Managing Consultant — a newly created position that reflects his impact within the business. Specialising in client development, Oliver plays a pivotal role in strengthening existing partnerships, onboarding new clients, and ensuring consistently high service levels across all accounts. His approach is relationship-led, with a strong focus on understanding client needs and delivering tailored recruitment solutions that add real value. Alongside his client responsibilities, Oliver also provides support and guidance to the wider team of consultants, helping to drive performance, share best practice, and contribute to the continued growth of the business. His progression is a true reflection of his ambition, leadership, and commitment to excellence.
Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer ready to take the next step into a senior position where you can combine hands-on engineering with technical leadership and mentoring? We are recruiting for an established engineering manufacturer in Haverhill who is looking to expand their Design Engineering team with the addition of a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer.
This is not a purely managerial position. You will remain heavily involved in your own design projects, taking concepts through development, manufacture, testing and continuous improvement, while also becoming a key technical point of support for the wider design team. Alongside delivering your own projects, you will use your experience to mentor and coach other engineers, review designs, share technical knowledge and help maintain high engineering standards across the department.
This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished Mechanical Design Engineer who enjoys being hands-on but is ready to take on greater technical responsibility and play an important part in the development of both products and people.
We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and
permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search
• Taking technical ownership of mechanical design projects from initial concept through to manufacture, testing and implementation.
• Designing robust, practical and user-focused industrial products and machinery incorporating manual, semi-automated and PLC-controlled systems.
• Creating detailed 3D CAD models for components, fabrications and complete mechanical assemblies.
• Producing and reviewing accurate 2D manufacturing drawings, ensuring appropriate dimensions, tolerances and engineering standards are applied.
• Acting as a senior technical point of contact within the Mechanical Design team.
• Supporting, coaching and mentoring other Design Engineers, helping to develop their technical knowledge and problem-solving capabilities.
• Reviewing designs and providing constructive technical guidance to ensure quality, manufacturability and consistency.
• Working collaboratively on larger and more technically complex engineering projects.
• Supporting the development and improvement of engineering processes, standards and best practices within the department.
• Preparing and reviewing technical documentation required for the specification, manufacture, assembly, testing and ongoing support of machinery.
• Working closely with manufacturing, controls and wider engineering teams to ensure designs are practical, reliable and suitable for production.
• Supporting prototype builds within the engineering workshop and resolving technical issues throughout development.
• Designing and conducting functional testing, reliability testing and user trials.
• Investigating engineering change requests and leading appropriate design improvements.
• Identifying opportunities to improve product reliability, durability, manufacturability, assembly and serviceability.
• Ensuring mechanical designs meet relevant compliance and engineering requirements.
• Providing high-level mechanical engineering and design support across the wider business.
• Experience within Mechanical Design Engineering, ideally within industrial machinery, equipment or engineered products.
• A strong technical background with the confidence to support and guide other engineers.
• Previous experience mentoring, coaching or providing technical guidance to junior or less experienced engineers would be highly desirable.
• You do not necessarily need to be an experienced people manager; however, you should be comfortable taking a lead from a technical perspective.
• Proven experience taking mechanical design projects from initial concept through to manufacture and testing.
• Excellent 3D CAD skills with the ability to produce and review detailed engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of engineering draughting principles, tolerancing and design standards.
• Good knowledge of manufacturing processes with the ability to design components and assemblies with manufacture in mind.
• Experience working with MRP systems, Bills of Materials and product data management systems.
• Strong understanding of Design for Manufacture, Design for Assembly and Design for Serviceability principles.
• Confidence challenging designs and making informed technical decisions.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong design checking and reviewing capabilities.
• Ability to manage your own workload and projects while supporting the priorities of the wider team.
• A collaborative approach with the ability to communicate technical information effectively across engineering and manufacturing teams.
If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.
Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer looking for the opportunity to take ownership of engineering projects from initial concept through to manufacture, testing and continuous improvement?
We are recruiting for an established engineering manufacturer in Haverhill who is looking to strengthen their Design Engineering team. This is a varied, hands-on position where you will design and develop industrial equipment, producing everything from initial 3D concepts and detailed manufacturing drawings through to prototypes and functional testing.
This would suit an engineer who enjoys seeing their designs come to life and wants to work closely with manufacturing and engineering teams rather than being solely desk-based.
We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and
permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search
• Designing robust, practical and user-focused industrial products and machinery incorporating manual, semi-automated and PLC-controlled systems.
• Developing new products and improving existing designs throughout the full product lifecycle.
• Creating accurate 3D CAD models for components, fabrications and complete assemblies.
• Producing detailed 2D manufacturing drawings, including appropriate dimensions and tolerances.
• Preparing technical documentation to support the specification, manufacture, assembly, testing and ongoing support of machinery.
• Working closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to ensure designs are practical, reliable and suitable for production.
• Building and supporting the development of prototypes within the engineering workshop.
• Designing and carrying out functional testing, reliability testing and user trials.
• Investigating engineering change requests and implementing appropriate design improvements.
• Identifying opportunities to improve product reliability, durability, assembly and serviceability.
• Providing mechanical design and technical support across the wider business.
• Ensuring designs meet relevant compliance and engineering requirements.
• A minimum of 3 years' experience within Mechanical Design Engineering, Product Design or a similar engineering position.
• Previous experience designing industrial equipment, machinery or engineered products for small to medium production volumes.
• Strong 3D CAD skills with the ability to produce detailed and accurate engineering drawings.
• Excellent understanding of engineering draughting principles, including tolerancing.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes and designing components for manufacture.
• Experience working with MRP systems, Bills of Materials (BOMs) and product data management systems.
• Understanding of Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Serviceability principles.
• Previous experience designing products or machinery to meet relevant compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical and practical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to review and check your own work.
• Ability to manage your own projects while working collaboratively within a wider engineering team.
• A proactive and enthusiastic approach with a genuine interest in engineering and product development.
If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.
Are you a Controls Design Engineer with PLC and HMI programming experience looking to work on the development of advanced industrial machinery and control systems?
We are recruiting for an established engineering manufacturer in Haverhill who is looking to strengthen their Engineering team with an experienced Controls Design Engineer. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of controls projects from initial design and programming through to testing, fault finding, implementation and continuous improvement.
You will be working across both new and existing machinery, developing reliable electrical control systems and intuitive operator interfaces while helping the business continue to advance its automation technology.
This would suit a technically driven engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, developing software and seeing their work implemented on physical machinery.
We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and
permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search
• Designing and developing reliable electrical control systems for industrial machinery and equipment.
• Developing intuitive and user-friendly HMI interfaces for machine operators.
• Programming, developing and maintaining PLC, HMI and associated control software.
• Programming using Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagram and Structured Text.
• Supporting the development and improvement of existing machine control systems.
• Producing and maintaining technical documentation including electrical schematics, assembly drawings, Bills of Materials and wiring diagrams.
• Designing and carrying out functional testing, reliability testing and user trials.
• Fault finding and diagnosing electrical and controls-related issues on machinery.
• Investigating engineering change requests and implementing appropriate improvements.
• Supporting the continuous improvement of machine reliability, performance and durability.
• Ensuring electrical and controls designs meet relevant UK and international compliance requirements.
• Providing controls and electrical engineering support to the wider engineering and manufacturing teams
• Degree qualified within Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics or another relevant engineering discipline.
• Strong PLC programming experience within industrial machinery or automated equipment.
• Confident programming using Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagram and/or Structured Text.
• HMI programming and development experience.
• Practical experience fault finding electrical and control systems on machinery.
• Experience using SolidWorks Electrical, EPLAN Pro Panel or AutoCAD Electrical would be advantageous.
• Understanding of electrical and machinery legislation, British Standards and relevant European/international standards would be beneficial.
• Understanding of Design for Assembly and Design for Serviceability principles.
• Experience gathering, manipulating or analysing machine data would be advantageous.
• Strong analytical and logical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to check and validate your own work.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with mechanical, electrical and manufacturing teams.
If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.
We are looking for an experienced Workshop Team Leader with Fabrication experience to help oversee production within a busy manufacturing environment. You will assist in leading and developing a team of welders and assembly operative, work confidently from technical drawings, manage production schedules, and maintain high standards of quality, health and safety. This role suits a proactive, organised leader with strong communication skills, a solutions-focused mindset, and the ability to motivate others while managing changing priorities.
We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search.
• Cut and fabricate steel accurately in line with technical drawings and cutting lists
• Promote and positive health and safety culture and support senior staff by developing and maintaining best practice.
• Assemble & fit handrails and other products in line with company orders
• Complete paperwork accurately for compliance purposes
• Using hand and power tools
• Assist in the day-to-day running of the department
• Monitor production and ensure orders are completed on time and communicating with adjustment in schedules need to be made
• Assist in the training and development of staff
• Assist with recruitment
• Recommend, implement and develop innovative ways of working to increase productivity and
quality
• Previous Fabrication/Welding experience is desirable for the position
• Experience working in a production/manufacturing environment producing high-quality products, working with technical drawings and managing production schedules
• Experience of leading a team and overseeing a department in a manufacturing environment
• Strong leadership skills with ability to motivate, coach and inspire others, while maintaining fairness, professionalism, and accountability across the team.
• Excellent communication skills, good attention to detail and be able to prioritise effectively.
• Organised and adaptable, able to manage changing priorities, production pressures, and tight deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Good knowledge of MS packages including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Able to demonstrate integrity, reliability, and a strong work ethic, leading by example and promoting a collaborative, respectful team culture.
So, are you ready for your next job? Hit on the apply button today.
If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful.
Are you an experienced Production Manager with a strong engineering or manufacturing background looking to join a growing and forward-thinking business?
Our client is seeking a proactive and hands-on Production Manager to lead their manufacturing operation. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in driving production performance, developing high-performing teams and supporting the continued growth of a well-established manufacturer. You'll oversee a diverse production environment including welding, fabrication, paint spraying, assembly and electrical assembly, helping to deliver high-quality products while continuously improving efficiency and output.
If you're a natural leader who enjoys solving problems, improving processes and leading from the front, we'd love to hear from you.
We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search
As Production Manager, you will take ownership of the day-to-day running of the manufacturing operation, ensuring production targets, quality standards and operational objectives are consistently achieved. Working closely with senior management, you will drive continuous improvement, develop your team and help increase production capacity as the business continues to grow.
• Lead and manage the production team, providing guidance, support and motivation to maximise performance and productivity.
• Oversee all areas of manufacturing, including welding, paint spraying, assembly, electrical assembly and engineering operations, ensuring production targets and quality standards are consistently achieved.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce waste and support business growth.
• Identify production challenges and implement practical solutions to minimise downtime and improve operational performance.
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain teams to improve manufacturing processes and workflow.
• Monitor production schedules, material usage and operational costs to ensure targets are met within budget.
• Utilise the company's ERP system to monitor production performance, analyse data and produce management reports.
• Ensure all health and safety procedures are followed, maintaining a safe working environment across the production facility.
• Support the development and implementation of production strategies to increase capacity and output in line with company objectives.
• Coach, mentor and develop production staff, promoting a positive, engaged and high-performing team culture.
• Previous experience as a Production Manager or in a similar leadership role within a manufacturing environment.
• A strong engineering or manufacturing background with a good understanding of production processes.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop production teams.
• Experience using ERP systems to manage production and monitor performance.
• A proactive and solution-focused approach with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Experience driving continuous improvement and increasing operational efficiency.
• Strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and manage changing priorities.
• Good understanding of health and safety legislation within a manufacturing setting.
If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.
If you have a qualification in Engineering and are looking for a career that offers international travel, technical variety and genuine progression, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.
If you are looking for your next challenge as a global maintenance engineer, this role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge engineering equipment at customer sites across the UK and worldwide. No two days are the same, with responsibilities ranging from installations, commissioning to servicing, fault finding and preventative maintenance.
Due to the international nature of the role, you'll need to be flexible and willing to travel, with trips occasionally lasting up to three weeks. In return, you'll receive door-to-door pay, a fully expensed company vehicle after probation, excellent earning potential and outstanding employee benefits.
We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search.
• Travel throughout the UK and internationally to support customer sites.
• Carry out preventative maintenance to maximise machine performance and reliability.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic faults.
• Install, commission and test new machinery.
• Perform equipment calibration to manufacturer specifications.
• Carry out machine servicing, repairs and upgrades.
• Refurbish and modify existing equipment.
• Provide professional technical support and training to customers where required.
• Complete service reports, maintenance records, timesheets and expense documentation accurately.
• Build strong working relationships with customers while representing the business professionally.
• A qualification in Engineering (Degree, HNC, HND or BTEC).
• A passion for engineering and problem solving.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong written English and report writing ability.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel extensively throughout the UK and overseas, including occasional trips of up to three weeks.
• Ability to obtain security clearance where required for international travel.
• Eligibility to travel internationally without visa or passport restrictions.
If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.
Busy Bee Recruitment are proud to be supporting a well-established and market-leading facilities management business in their search for a Commercial Gas Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to join a growing team carrying out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance across a variety of commercial and domestic properties & vehicle workshops. Working both independently and as part of a wider engineering team, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality mechanical and gas services while maintaining excellent standards of safety, compliance and customer service.
We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance on commercial and domestic gas, heating and hot water systems.
• Install commercial gas appliances including boilers, heaters and burners.
• Install mechanical plant including pumps, heat exchangers and pressurisation units.
• Complete gas, water, heating and drainage pipework installations.
• Install hot and cold-water systems including unvented cylinders and booster sets.
• Install commercial plumbing fixtures including toilets, sinks, showers and urinals.
• Install and commission flue systems in line with current regulations.
• Commission newly installed heating and plumbing systems.
• Service commercial gas appliances including combustion analysis and gas tightness testing.
• Maintain heating systems including radiators, expansion vessels and thermostatic valves.
• Service mechanical ventilation systems and Building Management System controls.
• Inspect, clean and maintain pumps, filters, strainers and associated mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose and repair faults on commercial gas and plumbing systems.
• Respond to emergency callouts involving heating failures, gas leaks or water system faults.
• Accurately complete job sheets and reports using a company-issued iPad.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with current industry regulations and company procedures.
• Participate in the on-call rota providing emergency out-of-hours support.
• Commercial Gas qualifications.
• Previous experience carrying out commercial gas servicing, maintenance and installations.
• Strong plumbing and mechanical installation experience.
• Experience working on commercial heating and hot water systems.
• Ability to fault find and diagnose mechanical and gas-related issues.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Comfortable using tablets or mobile devices to complete electronic job reports.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Able to successfully pass police vetting/security clearance.
• A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
So, are you ready for your next job? Hit on the apply button today.
If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business for this Permanent vacancy.
We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established business for a Production & Facilities Engineer to support the ongoing development of manufacturing processes while also taking ownership of site engineering maintenance and facilities coordination. This is a varied role combining production engineering, continuous improvement and project work with responsibility for ensuring equipment, utilities and site facilities remain safe, compliant and operational. Reporting directly to the Site Director, you'll play a key role in driving food manufacturing performance while coordinating maintenance activities and engineering projects across the site. This role would suit either an engineering graduate looking to develop their career or an experienced engineer with a strong engineering background.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys a varied role, combining hands-on maintenance with planning, contractor management and continuous improvement. Reporting directly to the Site Director, you'll play a key role in ensuring the site's equipment, utilities and facilities operate safely, efficiently and with minimal downtime. This role could be suitable for an engineering graduate or an experienced engineer.
Who are we?
We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search.
Job Duties:
· Provide engineering support to production, identifying opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, efficiency, quality and output.
· Lead continuous improvement initiatives, using root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques to eliminate recurring production issues.
· Support the introduction of new equipment, tooling and manufacturing processes, ensuring successful implementation into production.
· Work collaboratively with production teams to optimise workflows, improve productivity and support operational excellence.
· Plan, coordinate and manage preventative maintenance schedules across production equipment, utilities and site facilities.
· Coordinate external contractors, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and inline with Health & Safety and site compliance requirements.
· Support the maintenance and servicing of production plant, including pumps, compressors, agitators, centrifuges, boilers and associated process equipment.
· Source replacement parts, equipment and engineering solutions to support production and site operations.
· Ensure engineering activities are carried out in accordance with Health & Safety, food safety, GMP and company quality standards.
· Provide support for facilities management, ensuring the site infrastructure, utilitied and services remain safe, compliant and operational.
What we are looking for:
· Mechanical Engineering qualification (HNC/HND, Degree or equivalent).
· Experience within a production, manufacturing or process engineering environment.
· Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement and root cause analysis techniques.
· Understanding of preventative maintenance planning and engineering asset management.
· Experience working with industrial plant equipment, utilities and manufacturing machinery.
· Excellent project coordination and organisational skills.
· Strong communication skills with the ability to work across production, engineering and external contractors.
· Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise a varied workload and drive improvements independently.
So, are you ready for your next job? Hit on the apply button today.
If you have not received a response within 3-5working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy BeeRecruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.
Busy Bee Recruitment are proud to be supporting a well-established and market-leading business in their search for a Facilities Maintenance Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on maintenance professional to join a busy multi-building site, playing a key role in ensuring the smooth operation, safety, and compliance of the facilities. Working within a close-knit maintenance team, you will be responsible for both planned and reactive maintenance across HVAC and mechanical systems, helping to maintain high operational standards across the site.
Who are we?
We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search.
Job Duties:
· Carry out planned preventative maintenance across HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems across a multi-building site
· Respond to reactive maintenance issues, fault finding, and breakdown repairs to minimise downtime
· Support statutory compliance tasks including emergency lighting checks, fire damper inspections, and Legionella control measures
· Complete maintenance records and compliance documentation accurately using CAFM systems or handheld devices
· Work closely with the wider maintenance team to ensure site maintenance schedules are completed efficiently
· Liaise with external contractors where required and ensure all work meets site standards
· Ensure all maintenance activities are completed in line with health & safety legislation and company procedures
What We're Looking For:
• Previous experience working as a Facilities Maintenance Engineer or Building Services Engineer within a commercial or industrial environment
• Experience maintaining HVAC systems and carrying out planned and reactive maintenance
• Good understanding of building compliance, Legionella control, and ACOP L8 requirements
• Comfortable using CAFM systems, tablets, or handheld devices for task management and reporting
• Strong attention to detail, good organisational skills, and a proactive approach to maintenance
• Able to work independently and as part of a close-knit team within a fast-paced environment
• Full UK Driving Licence required
So, are you ready for your next job? Hit on the apply button today.
If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business for this Permanent vacancy.
If you want to work for a market-leading manufacturer that genuinely values its employees, invests in the latest technology and promotes a supportive team culture, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.
We're looking for an experienced CNC Machinist to join a highly skilled engineering team. This is a varied, hands-on role where you'll program, set and operate both CNC milling and turning machines, taking components from initial programming through to final production. You'll have the opportunity to work on precision-engineered components, contribute to continuous improvement intiatives and support the development of less experienced team members.
Who are we?
We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and
permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search.
Duties Include:
•Programming, setting and operating CNC milling and turning machines (Mazak,Matsuura)
•Creating, editing and optimising CNC programs for efficiency and quality
•Taking ownership of first-off and complex components through to full production
•Selecting tooling, fixtures, feeds and speeds to suit materials and tolerances
•Interpreting engineering drawings and working to tight tolerances
•Troubleshooting machining and programming issues, implementing solutionsquickly
•Supporting and mentoring junior machinists and operators
•Contributing to continuous improvement and process optimisation initiatives
•Maintaining machines, tooling and a safe, organised working environment
Skills/Experience Required:
•Proven experience as a CNC Machinist
•Drive and ambition to progress your career further.
•Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings
•Confident problem-solver who can work independently
•Positive attitude with strong teamwork and communication skills.
If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days,unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltdis acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.
Whoare we?
We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winningrecruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutionsthroughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales,Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy,Administration & Executive Search.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Travel throughout the UK and internationally to support customer sites.
· Carry out preventative maintenance to maximise machine performance and reliability.
· Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic faults.
· Install, commission and test new machinery.
· Perform equipment calibration to manufacturer specifications.
· Carry out machine servicing, repairs and upgrades.
· Refurbish and modify existing equipment.
· Provide professional technical support and training to customers where required.
· Complete service reports, maintenance records, timesheets and expense documentation accurately.
· Buildstrong working relationships with customers while representing the businessprofessionally.
Critical skills, competency and expectation:
· Aqualification in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (Degree, HNC, HND orBTEC).
· Apassion for engineering and problem solving.
· Excellentcommunication and customer service skills.
· Strong written English and report writing ability.
· Full UK driving licence.
· Willingness and flexibility to travel extensively throughout the UK and overseas, including occasional trips of up to three weeks.
· Abilityto obtain security clearance where required for international travel.
· Eligibility to travel internationally without visa or passport restrictions.
If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days,unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltdis acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.
Tired of feeling like just another number? Want to work for a market leading business who prides themselves in offering a strong team culture?
We’re on the lookout for a skilled CNC Machinist. You'll be at the heart of creating components, programming, setting and operating CNC Machines, prepping, maintaining tools, and keeping everything on track to meet deadlines. If you're ready to make your mark and work where you're truly valued, this is the role for you.
We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search.
• Set, operate and programme CNC wood machines – Operating 3 and 5 axis CNC machines.
• Manual handling will be involved as you will need to move stock around the factory shop floor.
• Interpret and work from engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Select, set up and adjust tooling and work holding fixtures.
• Monitor machine performance and make offsets or programme edits as required
• Maintain high standards of quality and production efficiency
• Proven experience operating CNC machines.
• Physically capable of manual handling duties within a factory environment
• Strong understanding of machining principles.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• A positive approach with good communication and teamwork skills
If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.
Busy Bee Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a globally recognised and highly innovative engineering organisation based in Cambridge. This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join a forward-thinking business at the forefront of advanced technology and product development. You will play a key role in designing and developing next-generation electrical systems, working within a collaborative engineering environment that values innovation, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.
We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search.
• Lead the electrical design and development of new equipment, ensuring robust and innovative solutions
• Develop, update, and manage electrical schematics, documentation, and system build specifications
• Support the design and development of next-generation products, driving performance and reliability improvements
• Collaborate with subcontractors and external suppliers to deliver high-quality electrical systems and components
• Provide technical support for existing products, including fault diagnosis, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Electrical or Electronic Engineering
• Proven experience working within power electronics
• Strong experience in fault-finding and diagnostics of electrical/electronic circuits
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail
So, are you ready for your next job? Hit on the apply button today.
If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.
Tired of feeling like just another number? Want to work for a market leading business who prides themselves in offering a strong team culture?
We’re on the lookout for a CNC Machinist with experience in using wood. You'll be at the heart of creating components, programming, setting and operating CNC Machines, prepping, maintaining tools, and keeping everything on track to meet deadlines. If you're ready to make your mark and work where you're truly valued, this is the role for you.
We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search.
If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.
