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Are you a Skilled Centreless Grinder looking for a new opportunity? our client located in Rochford is hiring now! Immediate start available Salary: £30,000-£35,000 (DOE) Overview An opportunity has become available for a highly skilled Centreless Grinder to join a precision engineering environment, ideally with aerospace experience. Reporting to the Production Manager, you will be responsible for setting, operating, and maintaining a range of grinding and second-operation machinery. The role requires a commitment to producing high-quality components, improving efficiency, and supporting a zero-defect culture. You will work safely, accurately, and proactively, contributing to continuous improvement while meeting production and quality expectations. Key Responsibilities Grinding & Machine Operation Set up and operate centreless grinding machines - experience with Wickman Scrivener, Ghiringhelli, Cincinnati OR Tschadun grinders is essential. Operate Myford grinders (advantageous but not mandatory). Support a range of second-operation machinery , which may include thread-rolling equipment, drill banks, part marking tools, deburring systems, torque testing machines, depitching presses, and more. Quality Control Perform first-off inspections and in-process checks on components from both grinding and second-operation machines. Carry out buddy checks and ensure all inspection stages are completed accurately. Work to tight tolerances and ensure all manufactured parts meet defined quality standards. Performance & Efficiency Help minimise scrap and rework, feeding back issues and improvements to the Production Manager. Maintain machine performance to support delivery schedules, KPIs, arrears reduction, and parts-per-hour targets. Record cycle times and complete daily machine maintenance documentation. Health, Safety & Workplace Standards Follow all health and safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE at all times. Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working area in line with company and regulatory expectations. Skills & Experience Required Strong technical background in engineering , ideally with exposure to aerospace manufacturing standards . Proven ability to set and run manual centreless grinders . Confident in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications . Skilled in using measurement tools, especially micrometers , with a solid understanding of precision and tolerances. Excellent attention to detail, numerical accuracy, and commitment to quality. A collaborative team player with effective communication skills. Ability to support company goals through consistent performance and proactive input. How to Apply To apply for this exclusive opportunity, please submit an up-to-date Word version of your CV by clicking the Apply button, or contact me directly for a confidential discussion. If you have not been contacted by A1 Personnel within two weeks of submitting your application, please assume that your CV has not been shortlisted on this occasion. A1 Personnel is acting as a specialist recruitment consultancy in relation to this vacancy.

Electrical Bias Maintenance Engineer (Electrical & Mechanical) Location: Clacton-on-Sea, Essex Salary: Competitive + Company Pension Hours: Monday to Thursday 07:00-16:30 (30-minute lunch) and Friday 07:00-11:00 Are you an electrically biased maintenance engineer looking for a secure, long-term role with a growing manufacturer, varied hands-on work, and an early finish every Friday? Company Overview An established and growing manufacturer of precision composite materials is seeking an Electrical Bias Maintenance Engineer to join their team. The company supplies a specialist product range to a global customer base and offers long-term job security alongside ongoing training and development opportunities. Role Overview This is a hands-on maintenance role suited to engineers with an electrical bias from a manufacturing or industrial background. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of electrical systems and machinery across the site, including power distribution from an on-site substation. Key Responsibilities Fault finding and repair of electrical breakdowns on machinery and site circuits Diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults, including hydraulics and pneumatics Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) Supporting new electrical installations and periodic testing Contributing to machinery upgrades and site improvement projects Maintaining safe and reliable power supply across the facility Candidate Requirements Experience in electrical maintenance within a manufacturing or industrial environment Knowledge of single and three-phase electrical systems Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings Mechanical maintenance experience, including hydraulics and pneumatics Desirable: C&G 2365-03 or Part P 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (training can be provided) Additional Information All levels of relevant experience will be considered Training and development opportunities available Stable, long-term employment within a growing business Early finish on Fridays to support work-life balance How to Apply Please submit your CV to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates with relevant engineering experience will be contacted for the next stage.

IT Technical Support Technician Full-Time Onsite During Probation Hybrid Thereafter We're looking for a motivated, proactive IT Support Technician to take ownership of day-to-day IT operations while helping drive our transition to a modern, cloud-first Microsoft environment. This is a hands-on role with real responsibility across Microsoft 365, CRM (Pipedrive), device management, networking, VoIP, SharePoint, and the Power Platform. You'll play a key part in modernising infrastructure while ensuring smooth daily operations. Working Pattern: You'll be fully onsite during your probation period to immerse yourself in systems and stakeholders. Following successful completion, the role will move to a hybrid model. Our Mission: Cloud-First Transformation We are moving from a hybrid (on-prem + cloud) model to a secure, scalable Microsoft cloud ecosystem. This includes: Migrating services to Microsoft 365 and Azure Implementing Microsoft Intune (MDM/MAM) and modern device management Cloud identity via Entra ID (Azure AD) Reducing legacy infrastructure Strengthening cloud security, compliance, and access control Expanding automation through the Power Platform We need someone who understands traditional infrastructure but is confident leading modern cloud adoption. What You'll Be Responsible For 1st & 2nd Line Support Be the go-to IT professional across the organisation: User support (accounts, password resets, access control) Microsoft 365 administration (Exchange Online, Teams, licensing, mail flow) SharePoint permissions and structure CRM (Pipedrive) support - users, automation, integrations, reporting Intune device compliance, Conditional Access, MFA VoIP setup, routing, and troubleshooting VPN, VLAN, DHCP/DNS, Wi-Fi, and general network diagnostics Hardware deployment and remote support Systems & Improvement You'll actively contribute to: Cloud migration and digital transformation projects SharePoint Online administration and intranet development Power Apps (Canvas & Model-Driven), Power Automate, Power BI, Dataverse Business process automation and system optimisation Integration between Microsoft 365 and CRM systems Documentation and best practice governance Device, Network & Security Ownership You'll manage: Windows Autopilot and multi-device enrolment (Windows, iOS, Android) BYOD, app protection policies, and security baselines VoIP systems including IVR and softphones Core networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, DNS/DHCP, firewalls, LAN/WAN) Cybersecurity monitoring, access enforcement, and compliance support Who You Are Highly motivated and proactive Comfortable taking full ownership of IT systems Solutions-focused and analytical Calm under pressure Security-conscious Passionate about cloud technology and continuous improvement This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems, improving infrastructure, supporting users, and being accountable for IT stability while driving meaningful transformation. If you're ready to combine operational excellence with cloud innovation we'd love to hear from you.