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Baltic Recruitment are delighted to be continuing our partnering with OsecoElfab, a global manufacturer specialising in engineered rupture discs and explosion venting solutions for high-hazard industrial environments to assist with their search for a Quality Systems Engineer. Overall Purpose: • The Systems Quality Engineer plays a pivotal role in fostering excellence by overseeing the development, implementation, and continual enhancement of quality management systems and standards throughout the organization., • This role involves ensuring adherence to company procedures and spearheading initiatives to drive continuous improvement championing a culture of quality across all facets of the business., • Collaborate closely with the Quality team and company stakeholders to establish, monitor, and implement the Quality Management Systems (QMS) and contractual/legal governance such as PED 2014/68/EU., • Devise, refine, and enhance the Integrated Management System to serve as a foundational framework that promote quality and operational standards., • Evaluate potential quality risks and opportunities, and escalate them when deemed appropriate, facilitating timely intervention and resolution., • Act as the company representative for notified body and customer audit visits., • Manage and deliver both the internal and supplier audit schedule, leading on any non-conformances, ensuring that corrective and preventative actions are effectively executed, and outcomes are effectively communicated., • Safeguard the integrity of quality systems implementing and scrutinizing compliance with ISO 9001, PED, ASME and ATEX., • Play a pivotal role in overseeing the supply chain by conducting audits and reviewing operational practices and systems to ensure compliance with our QMS Standards., • Act as a focal point for the training and professional development of all staff members, guaranteeing their comprehensive grasp of quality standards and their direct relevance to overarching business objectives., • Ensure that material conforms to statuary regulations for use within rupture disc manufacturing., • Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent qualification/experience) in relevant technical field., • Trained auditor., • Proven expertise in precision engineering and manufacturing environments., • Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining robust quality systems across manufacturing and engineering businesses., • Proficiency in change management complemented by strong analytical skills., • Accomplished at nurturing and maintaining client and stakeholder relationships., • Exceptional multitasking skills coupled with the ability to efficiently prioritize workflow., • Proficient and clear communication skills, both verbal and written., • Proficiency in utilizing Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook., • Familiarity with business systems such as ERP (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics)., • Accomplished presentation skills., • Understanding of standards like PED, ASME, and ATEX (equivalent technical standards considered as training will be given)., • Proficiency in root cause analysis techniques including FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis)., • Familiarity with requirements including APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning), PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)., • Competitive salary on offer, depending on level of experience., • 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday., • Company pension scheme., • Private health care., • Life assurance., • Quarterly bonus scheme potential., • Additional benefits.

Join Our Busy Bees Family – Start Your Career in Early Years Today! Are you passionate about working with children and ready to begin a rewarding career in the Early Years sector? At Busy Bees, the UK’s leading nursery group, we’re looking for enthusiastic, caring individuals to join us as Early Years Apprentices. Whether you’re taking your first step into childcare or looking to grow your skills, this is your chance to learn, develop, and make a real difference every day. Why Choose a Busy Bees Apprenticeship? As an Apprentice, you will: • Work alongside experienced, inspiring Early Years professionals, • Receive dedicated support and mentoring throughout your qualification, • Take part in bespoke Learning & Development courses, • Be regularly visited by your Development Coach for feedback and guidance Why Busy Bees? At Busy Bees, we’re proud to be the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and more around the world. Our mission is simple: to give every child the very best start in life. We’ve also been recognised for our positive workplace culture, and we’re committed to making sure every team member feels valued, supported, and listened to. You’ll also experience: • Our award‑winning Bee Curious curriculum - designed to spark imagination, confidence, and a love of learning in every child., • A workplace culture where every team member feels valued and supported Our Outstanding nursery is set in the quaint village of Cleadon, just north of Sunderland. The nursery boasts a unique charm with 5 bright and spacious base rooms and a homely but exceptionally equipped private garden. From the beauty of our converted building, to our NHS accredited menus and specialist dining area which promotes manners and respect, there’s a lot to love about our Cleadon nursery. Ofsted agree, rating us Outstanding in their last visit! Busy Bees Benefits We offer a fantastic range of benefits, including: • Competitive salary, • Ongoing training and career progression, • Access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing platform - with discounts across a huge range of retailers, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off — our gift to you!, • 50% childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return‑to‑work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial guidance through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Workplace pension with Cushon As an apprentice, you will: • Help plan and deliver exciting, age-appropriate activities following the EYFS framework, • Support the team to provide high-quality childcare and positive learning experiences for all children, • Build strong, supportive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues, • Ensure children’s individual needs are understood and met, • Contribute to the safeguarding of all children Essential Criteria To apply, you must: • Be passionate about childcare and motivated to start a career in Early Years, • To meet funding eligibility, you must have been a resident in the UK for at least the 3 consecutive years, • Be able to provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 1 Functional Skills) Desirable Criteria (not essential) • A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification Start your future in Early Years with a team that truly believes in you. Apply now and begin your Busy Bees journey!

About the Brand We are a fast-paced, growing fashion brand with ambitious plans and a strong digital-first mindset. Adaptability is at the core of how we operate — no two days are ever the same. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a scaling business, responds quickly to change, and is excited to play a key role in shaping the next stage of our growth The Role We’re seeking a commercially driven, creatively minded Marketing Ecommerce Executive with strong data analysis capability and proven fashion experience. This is a hybrid marketing–ecommerce role, sitting at the intersection of brand, performance, CRM and buying. You will be responsible for turning insight into action — using data to inform creative decisions, optimise campaigns, improve the customer journey, and ultimately drive online revenue growth. You will act as the bridge between Buying, Ecommerce and Marketing, ensuring campaigns are commercially strong, creatively compelling and performance-led. Key Responsibilities Marketing & Ecommerce Trading • Own the day-to-day marketing execution across the website to drive revenue, conversion and engagement., • Align product launches, campaigns and brand moments with trading priorities., • Act as the key link between Buying, Ecommerce and Marketing to ensure product focus aligns with performance., • Optimise on-site merchandising, landing pages and campaign pages to support marketing activity., • Lead weekly and daily performance analysis across traffic, CVR, AOV, revenue, ROAS and customer behaviour., • Translate data into clear actions to improve acquisition, retention and conversion., • Analyse campaign performance (paid, organic, CRM) and provide creative and commercial recommendations., • Support forecasting, promotional planning and marketing calendar decisions., • Support and execute CRM strategy including email campaigns, automated flows and segmentation., • Use customer data to personalise communications and improve retention., • Report on LTV, repeat purchase rate, cohort performance and engagement metrics., • Manage and update website content using Shopify., • Support landing page wireframing and campaign builds using Figma., • Collaborate closely with creative and performance teams to ensure assets are data-informed., • Continuously test and optimise the customer journey (A/B testing, UX improvements, content hierarchy)., • Balance brand storytelling with commercial performance. Skills & Experience Required • 4+ years’ experience in a marketing or ecommerce role within a fashion brand., • Strong analytical capability — confident interpreting performance data and turning insight into action., • Experience trading a website in a fast-paced retail environment., • Proven experience with Shopify., • Confident using Figma for wireframing and creative collaboration., • Strong CRM experience including segmentation and automation., • Deep understanding of digital KPIs including CVR, AOV, ROAS, CAC and LTV., • Experience working closely with paid media, creative and buying teams., • Commercially minded with a creative eye. Personal Attributes • Passionate about fashion, branding and digital growth., • Highly proactive and comfortable taking ownership., • Agile and adaptable — able to flex as business needs evolve., • Naturally curious and insight-driven., • Strong communicator who thrives in cross-functional collaboration.

NDT Electronic Services Ltd (NDTE) is the UK’s leading specialist in sales, service, repair, instrumentation calibration, and planned maintenance of industrial radiography Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) equipment and systems. We are looking for a high calibre Electrical or Electronic Engineer who enjoys fault finding properly, solving complex problems, and working on specialist equipment not found in most engineering environments. This is not a repetitive production role. You will be working on specialist industrial radiography and NDT equipment, carrying out diagnosis, repair, calibration, and commissioning both in our workshop and occasionally on customer sites. If you are the type of engineer who enjoys getting to the root cause of faults rather than swapping parts, this role will suit you. The role • Diagnose, fault find and repair electrical, electronic and electro-mechanical systems, • Work on specialist radiography and NDT equipment used in industrial environments, • Carry out calibration, testing and commissioning of systems, • Undertake planned and reactive maintenance both in the workshop and on site, • Produce clear and accurate technical reports and documentation, • Support customers and act as a professional representative of the business when on site, • Contribute to improving processes, reliability and technical standards What we are looking for • Strong electrical or electronic engineering background with hands-on experience, • Proven ability to fault find on industrial equipment and control systems, • Experience working with PLC-based systems and industrial machinery, • Ability to read and interpret schematics and engineering drawings, • Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of problems, • High personal standards and a safety-first mindset Experience in some of the following would be advantageous • Instrumentation and calibration, • Board-level or component-level diagnostics, • Mechanical fitting and assembly work, • Functional safety systems What you will get • Varied and technically interesting work, not repetitive production, • Exposure to specialist and niche equipment, • A stable, growing business with long-term opportunities, • Ongoing development and the chance to broaden your technical capability, • A team that values doing things properly and takes pride in its work Additional requirements • Full UK manual driving licence, • Ability to obtain security clearance, • Ability to provide consistent employment history

Baltic Recruitment are delighted to be continuing our partnering with OsecoElfab, a global manufacturer specialising in engineered rupture discs and explosion venting solutions for high-hazard industrial environments to assist with their search for a Quality Systems Engineer. Overall Purpose: • The Systems Quality Engineer plays a pivotal role in fostering excellence by overseeing the development, implementation, and continual enhancement of quality management systems and standards throughout the organization., • This role involves ensuring adherence to company procedures and spearheading initiatives to drive continuous improvement championing a culture of quality across all facets of the business., • Collaborate closely with the Quality team and company stakeholders to establish, monitor, and implement the Quality Management Systems (QMS) and contractual/legal governance such as PED 2014/68/EU., • Devise, refine, and enhance the Integrated Management System to serve as a foundational framework that promote quality and operational standards., • Evaluate potential quality risks and opportunities, and escalate them when deemed appropriate, facilitating timely intervention and resolution., • Act as the company representative for notified body and customer audit visits., • Manage and deliver both the internal and supplier audit schedule, leading on any non-conformances, ensuring that corrective and preventative actions are effectively executed, and outcomes are effectively communicated., • Safeguard the integrity of quality systems implementing and scrutinizing compliance with ISO 9001, PED, ASME and ATEX., • Play a pivotal role in overseeing the supply chain by conducting audits and reviewing operational practices and systems to ensure compliance with our QMS Standards., • Act as a focal point for the training and professional development of all staff members, guaranteeing their comprehensive grasp of quality standards and their direct relevance to overarching business objectives., • Ensure that material conforms to statuary regulations for use within rupture disc manufacturing., • Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent qualification/experience) in relevant technical field., • Trained auditor., • Proven expertise in precision engineering and manufacturing environments., • Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining robust quality systems across manufacturing and engineering businesses., • Proficiency in change management complemented by strong analytical skills., • Accomplished at nurturing and maintaining client and stakeholder relationships., • Exceptional multitasking skills coupled with the ability to efficiently prioritize workflow., • Proficient and clear communication skills, both verbal and written., • Proficiency in utilizing Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook., • Familiarity with business systems such as ERP (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics)., • Accomplished presentation skills., • Understanding of standards like PED, ASME, and ATEX (equivalent technical standards considered as training will be given)., • Proficiency in root cause analysis techniques including FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis)., • Familiarity with requirements including APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning), PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)., • Competitive salary on offer, depending on level of experience., • 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday., • Company pension scheme., • Private health care., • Life assurance., • Quarterly bonus scheme potential., • Additional benefits. JBRP1_UKTJ

The Client Catalyst is delighted to be once more supporting a key client in the electrification technology sector in their recruitment of a Senior Validation Engineer to be based from their Tyneside HQ. My client is a global leader in their field and is undergoing an exciting period of change. The Role Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Lead, the Senior Validation Engineer will be responsible forthe offering of engineering support to the NPD process and team.The Senior Validation Engineer will be responsible for the specification, test, validation and qualification of newly developed power electronic devicesagainst their regulatory requirements and ultimately gain their accredited certification. Main Responsibilities This role will involve working closely with the hardware, software, mechanical and system engineering teams, as well as project management and product/quality management. You will be responsible for creating and following a New Product Integration Validation and Verification test plan, helping create validation test criteria/procedures, identifying, specifying and creating any necessary test environment, test and troubleshoot electronic assemblies, components and circuits. Perform and document a full suite of tests (cross referencing the specification requirements) and independently determining compliance or not. Identifying and managing risks, making sound judgments about quality and feeding into the teams decision to the release of product or a change to an existing product. Read, understand, keep updated on all regulatory standards relevant to our product ranges and desired applications. In particular but not exclusively: EMC standards, Electrical safety and Functional safety standards and UL/CSA. Extract the key requirements specific for our products and set them out as development requirements to design and test our products against Understand the regulatory test methods/conditions and create test cases (descriptions/procedures, equipment, wiring looms, loads etc.) to be performed on our products Create test plans for when compliance de-risk testing needs performing within the product development cycle and to what level (pre-compliance or full). Organize and pull together all equipment, loads, wiring etc. needed to perform the tests. Set up and perform the testing (in house for pre-compliance work, or at external test house for final full compliance accreditation). Willingness to travel is essential and will be required occasionally for final full compliance testing when using an external test house (most tests we can do in house to a pre-compliance level) Capture all of the results and create traceability reports, determining pass/fail status Liaise with external test houses and/or approval bodies to discuss/plan and quote blocks of compliance testing. Commission, Debug electronic circuits, components and PCB assemblies for new product development and sustaining projects. Design, setup and run tests to ensure the design meets specifications. Maintain records and documentation on all tests and analysis. Use industry standard development systems to achieve traceability and cross referencing for V&V. Work within a small design team to complete assigned objectives. Troubleshoot circuits from prototypes, development, and customer returns. Be the key interface for overall system (HW,SW,ME) for validation and alignment on test plan, priorities and execution. Work with Engineering to improve checklist of verification and validation tests and to define criteria for entry into Validation phase. Identify and resolve validation blockers. Drive closure of issues/findings. Establish a disciplined reporting and communication dashboard of project risks & status with respect to quality and readiness for release. Improve the scope and coverage of automated tests Augment the validation lab and life test capability and process Perform change validation before ECN/ECO release This is a broad ranging role requiring some desk and IT work (planning, researching, writing test procedures documenting test reports etc.) as well as practical hands-on engineering, building test bench set ups, adapting and modifying metalwork, cables, electronics, loads, operating test equipment, commissioning, debugging and repairing test units etc.) About you To be considered for the role, it is essential that you are an experienced electronics test/product validation engineering professional with demonstrable experience and in-depth knowledge of regulatory standards and test methods for product validation/compliance. Key Selection Criteria Bachelors degree or equivalent (preferably with bias towards power electronics). Demonstrable hands-on experience in a test and/or QA Validation role at system level (HW/SW) - experience of compliance testing for EMC/Vibration/IP ratings and/or UL would be beneficial. Experience of working with power electronic systems (experience with Higher voltage systems 200V to 800V DC preferred but not essential) An intuitive and practical disposition Organized, proactive and independent An understanding of Safe practice (H&S) Knowledge of switching power converters. Knowledge of circuit analysis, and design of experiments. Knowledge and experience in QMS ISO 9001, TS 16949, or ISO 26262 Knowledge and experience in applicable product regulatory standards such as (EN1175, EN13849, UL 0583, and EN12895). Willingness to travel to external test laboratorys occasionally Experience of ESD/EMC principles and practices. Effective verbal and written communication skills. PC literate with experience in MS Office and databases (good and thorough documentation skills) This is an excellent opportunity to join a market leader in their specialist field of technology and to work from their highly impressive operation in Tyneside. JBRP1_UKTJ

A dynamic, innovative and passionate teacher to deliver GCSE Mathematics and Functional Skills Mathematics across the college. You’ll be joining our dynamic maths team—a lively, ambitious, and successful department with an impressive track record in delivering Functional Skills and GCSE qualific

Baltic Recruitment are delighted to be continuing our partnering with OsecoElfab, a global manufacturer specialising in engineered rupture discs and explosion venting solutions for high-hazard industrial environments to assist with their search for a Senior Operations Manager. Overall Purpose: The Senior Operations Manager is accountable for the safe, effective and efficient delivery of OsecoElfab's products through operational excellence at the North Shields facility. This role provides leadership to the Production, Supply Chain and Facilities teams, ensuring customer demand is converted into revenue on time, with world class quality, competitive cost and optimal lead times. A core expectation of the role is to lead, develop and inspire operations teams, while creating a strong culture of curiosity, continuous improvement and learning, underpinned by Lean principles. Reporting into the VP of Global Operations, this role will work with the Board and cross functional leaders. The Senior Operations Manager translates business strategy into clear operational targets, capability plans and measurable outcomes across Safety, People Engagement, Quality, Delivery and Cost. Key Duties: Operational Leadership: Lead day to day manufacturing operations at the North Shields facility, including salaried operations leaders, supervisors and approximately 50 direct labour employees within the operations function. Own operational performance across Safety, People Engagement, Quality, Delivery, and Cost. Ensure customer requirements are clearly translated into operational priorities through cascaded goals, metrics and accountability. Be accountable for achieving monthly, half year and full year revenue targets for the North Shields operation.Continuous Improvement & Lean Excellence: Embed Lean / Six Sigma thinking into daily operations, decision making and problem solving. Develop and sustain a culture of continuous improvement, curiosity and data led learning. Lead productivity, efficiency, gross margin and overhead improvement initiatives year on year through CI activity and capital investment. Own and continuously improve SIOP, factory planning/loading and quality systems, aligned with the 3 year business plan.People & Capability: Develop high performing operations teams and future leaders through clear expectations, coaching and feedback. Create a safe, engaging and well organised working environment within the operations function. Partner cross functionally to support employee engagement, development and site wide initiatives.Quality, Governance & Execution: Lead operational readiness for new product introductions, ensuring smooth integration into production. Manage and support Quality and ISO audits relating to operations. Ensure facilities, equipment and operational assets are maintained to a high standard. Use clear metrics, visual management and reviews to monitor business health and drive corrective action. Key Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience gained through progressive responsibility in a manufacturing or operations environment. Extensive leadership experience in manufacturing operations, with responsibility for production performance, safety, quality, and delivery Proven application of Lean / Continuous Improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen) to deliver measurable operational improvements Strong people leadership capability, with experience building, developing and leading high performing operational teams Demonstrated track record of driving operational excellence through structured performance management and continuous improvement. Strong background in manufacturing, supply chain, quality or manufacturing engineering. Proven experience leading operations teams in a manufacturing environment. Lean / Six Sigma qualification or strong applied experience is essential (e.g. Green Belt, Black Belt or equivalent). Solid understanding of Sales, Inventory, Operational Planning, (SIOPs), demand planning, capacity planning, Lean manufacturing, 5S and value stream mapping. Track record of delivering measurable improvements in engagement, safety, quality, delivery and cost. Confident communicator with the ability to influence across functions and levels. Comfortable managing complexity, balancing priorities and leading change. Hands on, improvement driven leadership style. Working knowledge of MRP / ERP systems and proficiency in MS Office. The Package: Extremely competitive salary on offer, depending on level of experience. 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday. Company pension scheme. Private health care. Life assurance. Generous bonus scheme. Additional benefits