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Job Advert Manufacturing Engineering Manager Location: Southport Salary and benefits: Up to £60,000 (depending on experience) plus 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), pension, bonus, life assurance, employee assistance programme, wellbeing support, and flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme. \n This is a fully site based role and you should be prepared to commute to the Southport site 5 days per week. \n About the Role \n Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Manufacturing Engineering Manager is a key member of the Southport Operational Leadership Team. You will lead and develop the Manufacturing Engineering function and Toolroom, driving strategy, industrialising new products, and implementing safe, capable, and efficient processes to support operational excellence and business growth. \n As part of your key responsibilities, you’ll: \n\n • Engineering Leadership: Define the site’s manufacturing engineering roadmap, and establish robust process standards, coaching your team to drive Right First Time performance toward a zero-defect culture.\n, • People Leadership: Lead, develop, and coach a team of 6 engineers.\n, • Process & NPI Development: Lead short-batch New Product Introduction, analyse process capability (SPC), and oversee product testing and pre-production trials.\n, • Operational Excellence : Drive a continuous improvement culture using Unipart Way lean tools, leading structured root cause investigations to eliminate waste and boost productivity.\n, • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Provide technical guidance to senior leadership and shop-floor teams, collaborating with Design Engineering, Quality, Procurement, customers, and suppliers.\n\n About You We are looking for someone with: \n\n • A degree in Mechanical or Electronics Engineering (or equivalent practical experience).\n, • Proven people leadership experience leading a Manufacturing or Production Engineering function, with a clear focus on developing talent, building capability and driving engagement.\n, • Demonstrated experience in NPI, industrialisation projects, and short-batch manufacturing.\n, • Strong background in lean manufacturing, Statistical Process Control (SPC), structured root-cause problem-solving and writing technical reports.\n, • Excellent interpersonal skills to inspire your team, build strong cross-functional relationships, and influence stakeholders at all levels of the business, including customers and suppliers.\n, • The following would be highly desirable; Six Sigma qualification (Green Belt level), experience with Process Engineering tools and MTM (Methods-Time Measurement), a basic knowledge of optical testing.\n\n About Unipart \n We are a supply chain performance improvement partner. We Design, Make, Move, and Improve components in our customers’ supply chains, keeping their operations and assets moving and working better, for longer. Through our commitment to continuously driving operational efficiencies, we improve performance - saving time, cost, and carbon. Our ambition is to be the driving force behind efficient, resilient, and sustainable supply chains. \n Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion \n We believe that a great workplace is one where you can bring your whole self to work. Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible, inclusive, and based entirely on merit. We define merit through a combination of technical skills and the core behaviours that help our people thrive at Unipart. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of background or circumstances. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity that exceeds our statutory obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and subsequent legislation. Whether it’s your age, disability, neurodiversity, gender identity, family status, or any other characteristic that makes you ‘you’ - it is your talent and potential that we value most. \n We want you to perform at your best. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have specific accessibility needs at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are here to support you. \n Department \n Manufacturing \n Contract type \n Full time \n Hours \n 37 \n Salary \n Up to £60,000 (depending on experience) \n Closing date for applications \n 4th September, 2026 \n REF-230301

Thinking About a Career Change? Why Not Choose HR? \n If you've reached a crossroads in your professional life and are looking for a fresh start in a people-focused, rewarding industry then Human Resources might be exactly what you’re looking for. \n Many of our candidates come from diverse professional backgrounds retail, customer service, administration, healthcare, education, hospitality, and more. What they all have in common is the desire to do meaningful work, support others, and build a stable, long-term career. \n Our HR Career Change Programme \n We specialise in helping individuals transition into HR—starting with recognised qualifications and ending with real job opportunities. \n Whether you're working full-time, part-time, or in between roles, our online learning and personalised recruitment support can help you make a successful move into the HR profession often in just a few months. \n Please note that this is a training course and fees apply. \n Why Human Resources? \n The HR profession is growing steadily across all sectors. As businesses put more focus on employee wellbeing, development, and company culture, skilled HR professionals are more important than ever. \n Even entry-level roles in HR offer strong salaries, clear progression routes, and opportunities to specialise over time (in areas like learning & development, recruitment, employee relations, and more). \n Here are typical UK salaries at various stages of the HR journey: \n\n • HR Administrator - £27,000+\n, • HR Assistant - £30,000+\n, • HR Officer - £35,000+\n, • HR Advisor - £38,500+\n, • HR Manager - £55,000+\n\n And with hybrid and remote roles increasingly common in HR, the flexibility is there too. \n How It Works - Your 3 Step Journey Into HR \n Step 1 - CIPD Level 3 Certificate in People Practice \n The CIPD Level 3 Certificate in People Practice is the industry-standard entry point into Human Resources. It's assignment-based (no exams), and is delivered fully online with expert tutor support. \n\n • Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD)\n, • Covers recruitment, employee relations, HR systems, and more\n, • Complete in approx. 10-12 weeks at your own pace\n\n This course not only boosts your employability—it also gives you the confidence and credibility to take the leap into a new industry. \n Step 2 - Tailored Recruitment Support \n Once you're qualified, our Recruitment Support Team will help you translate your background and new qualification into real job opportunities. \n We’ve been helping career changers break into new roles since 2007—and our 4.8 Trustpilot rating shows how serious we are about your success. \n You’ll get: \n\n • A professionally written, HR-focused CV\n, • Job-matching advice tailored to your experience and location\n, • Application support, interview prep, and mock interviews\n, • Ongoing 1-to-1 guidance to help you land your first HR role\n\n Step 3 - Start Your New HR Career \n Most of our candidates secure their first HR job within 3-6 months of qualifying—and often sooner if they’re based near a major town or city. \n And to give you confidence, we offer a Money Back Guarantee: \n If we can’t help you secure a role within 12 months of passing your qualification, we’ll refund your training fees. \n Flexible, Affordable, Achievable \n To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options to spread the cost of your training over 12 months—so you can get qualified without financial pressure. \n Ready to Make the Change? \n Enquire now and one of our experienced Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours to answer your questions and help you take the first step towards a new, rewarding career in Human Resources.

Trainee Health and Safety Manager – No Experience Needed \n Future-proof your career in Health and Safety – starting today. \n \n Looking for a career change? Currently employed but want something better? Or maybe you are between jobs and ready for a fresh start? ITOL Recruit’s Health and Safety Traineeship is designed to get you into a critical industry with zero experience required. \n Train online at your own pace and land your first health and safety role in 1-3 months. \n Please note this is a training course and fees apply \n Job guaranteed - complete the programme and get a job or get your money back. \n Our candidates earn £30,000-£45,000. \n \n Why Health and Safety \n Every workplace in the UK has a legal duty to protect its employees, which is why health and safety professionals are in constant demand. From construction and logistics to healthcare and corporate offices, skilled specialists are essential to reducing risks, ensuring compliance, and safeguarding staff. \n This demand translates into competitive salaries, career progression, and long-term job security. \n \n How It Works \n Step 1 – IOSH Managing Safely \n Begin with IOSH Managing Safely, an internationally recognised course designed for managers and supervisors. You will learn how to assess and control risks, understand legal responsibilities, and investigate incidents. \n Step 2 – NEBOSH General Certificate \n Build on your foundation with the NEBOSH General Certificate, the gold standard for health and safety professionals. This qualification covers workplace hazards, health and safety legislation, and how to design and implement effective safety systems. It’s one of the most widely recognised certifications across industries and opens the door to mid-level health and safety roles. \n Step 3 – Risk Assessments \n Next, you’ll complete a series of workplace-standard risk assessments. This step focuses on the practical application of everything you’ve learned, ensuring you canidentify hazards, evaluate risks, and recommend control measures. \n Step 4 – Job Placement \n Once qualified, our recruitment team works with you directly to prepare applications, set up interviews, and secure your first role in health and safety. \n \n What You Get \n\n • 100% online, self-paced training\n, • NEBOSH & IOSH certifications included\n, • 1-to-1 tutor and recruitment support\n, • Job guarantee – get a job or your money back\n, • Starting salary of £30,000–£45,000\n\n \n \n We Get You Hired \n We're not new to this. ITOL Recruit has 15+ years of experience and has placed over 5,000 people into new roles. \n Our job programmes include certified tutors, UK-accredited qualifications, and one-on-one support from a recruitment adviser focused on placing you. \n We don't believe in empty promises. Complete our programme, follow the process, and if you don't land a job, you get your money back. \n "Eight weeks from complete beginner to Health and Safety Officer. The training was thorough and the job support was exceptional." – Chris M., now working as a Health and Safety Officer in Manchester \n \n Ready to Start? \n If you're detail-oriented, care about people's wellbeing, and want a career that makes a difference, we'll help you turn that into a role you can be proud of. \n Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.

Project Manager Placement Programme - No Experience Required \n Are you looking to kick-start a new career in Project Management? \n We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our Project Management Traineeship graduates to keep up with their growth. The best part is you will not need any previous experience as full training will be provided. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee (£25K-£45K) upon completion. We are currently placing over 100 of our graduates into new roles each month. \n Whether you are working full time, part time or unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you. \n The traineeship is broken down into 3 easy steps. \n \n Step 1 - Online Training \n The first step is completing a selection of professional, accredited and industry recognised Project Management courses by including Prince2 & Agile. The training is delivered via multimedia rich video tutorials, presentations and quizzes through a portal that you study from home. \n Step 2 - Practical Training \n Now that you have learned all the theory it’s time to start applying that into practice so that you have the required experience to start within the industry. Our expert Project Manager tutor will provide you with 2 case scenarios for you to complete that will be based on real-world situations. \n You will be provided with the required guidance and support from your tutor so that you can successfully complete your projects which will be later added to your CV. \n Step 3 - Official exams \n At this final stage, we will prepare you to take your official Prince2 & Agile Foundation exams. The exams can be taken at one of the approved test centers across the UK or online conveniently from your own home. \n Guaranteed Job Placement \n At this point you will have fully completed our Project Management Traineeship and be ready to start work. Through our range of partnerships throughout the UK with Project Management organisations, we are able to place you into an entry level role within your local area. You will be starting on a salary between £25K-£45K working as either a Project Adminstrator or Project Coordinator. \n At a one off cost of £1499, or 13 interest free monthly instalments of £130, this represents a great opportunity to start a rewarding career in Project Management and have a real career ladder to start climbing. If you are not offered a role at the end of the training we will refund 100% of your course fees. \n We have a proven track record of placing 1000+ candidates into new roles each year. Check out our website for our latest success stories. \n \n Read through the information? Passionate about starting a career in IT? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch. \n 'Please note that this is a training course and fees apply’

Thinking About a Career Change? Why Not Choose HR? \n If you've reached a crossroads in your professional life and are looking for a fresh start in a people-focused, rewarding industry then Human Resources might be exactly what you’re looking for. \n Many of our candidates come from diverse professional backgrounds retail, customer service, administration, healthcare, education, hospitality, and more. What they all have in common is the desire to do meaningful work, support others, and build a stable, long-term career. \n Our HR Career Change Programme \n We specialise in helping individuals transition into HR—starting with recognised qualifications and ending with real job opportunities. \n Whether you're working full-time, part-time, or in between roles, our online learning and personalised recruitment support can help you make a successful move into the HR profession often in just a few months. \n Please note that this is a training course and fees apply. \n Why Human Resources? \n The HR profession is growing steadily across all sectors. As businesses put more focus on employee wellbeing, development, and company culture, skilled HR professionals are more important than ever. \n Even entry-level roles in HR offer strong salaries, clear progression routes, and opportunities to specialise over time (in areas like learning & development, recruitment, employee relations, and more). \n Here are typical UK salaries at various stages of the HR journey: \n\n • HR Administrator - £27,000+\n, • HR Assistant - £30,000+\n, • HR Officer - £35,000+\n, • HR Advisor - £38,500+\n, • HR Manager - £55,000+\n\n And with hybrid and remote roles increasingly common in HR, the flexibility is there too. \n How It Works - Your 3 Step Journey Into HR \n Step 1 - CIPD Level 3 Certificate in People Practice \n The CIPD Level 3 Certificate in People Practice is the industry-standard entry point into Human Resources. It's assignment-based (no exams), and is delivered fully online with expert tutor support. \n\n • Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD)\n, • Covers recruitment, employee relations, HR systems, and more\n, • Complete in approx. 10-12 weeks at your own pace\n\n This course not only boosts your employability—it also gives you the confidence and credibility to take the leap into a new industry. \n Step 2 - Tailored Recruitment Support \n Once you're qualified, our Recruitment Support Team will help you translate your background and new qualification into real job opportunities. \n We’ve been helping career changers break into new roles since 2007—and our 4.8 Trustpilot rating shows how serious we are about your success. \n You’ll get: \n\n • A professionally written, HR-focused CV\n, • Job-matching advice tailored to your experience and location\n, • Application support, interview prep, and mock interviews\n, • Ongoing 1-to-1 guidance to help you land your first HR role\n\n Step 3 - Start Your New HR Career \n Most of our candidates secure their first HR job within 3-6 months of qualifying—and often sooner if they’re based near a major town or city. \n And to give you confidence, we offer a Money Back Guarantee: \n If we can’t help you secure a role within 12 months of passing your qualification, we’ll refund your training fees. \n Flexible, Affordable, Achievable \n To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options to spread the cost of your training over 12 months—so you can get qualified without financial pressure. \n Ready to Make the Change? \n Enquire now and one of our experienced Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours to answer your questions and help you take the first step towards a new, rewarding career in Human Resources.

Thinking About a Career Change? Why Not Choose HR? \n If you've reached a crossroads in your professional life and are looking for a fresh start in a people-focused, rewarding industry then Human Resources might be exactly what you’re looking for. \n Many of our candidates come from diverse professional backgrounds retail, customer service, administration, healthcare, education, hospitality, and more. What they all have in common is the desire to do meaningful work, support others, and build a stable, long-term career. \n Our HR Career Change Programme \n We specialise in helping individuals transition into HR—starting with recognised qualifications and ending with real job opportunities. \n Whether you're working full-time, part-time, or in between roles, our online learning and personalised recruitment support can help you make a successful move into the HR profession often in just a few months. \n Please note that this is a training course and fees apply. \n Why Human Resources? \n The HR profession is growing steadily across all sectors. As businesses put more focus on employee wellbeing, development, and company culture, skilled HR professionals are more important than ever. \n Even entry-level roles in HR offer strong salaries, clear progression routes, and opportunities to specialise over time (in areas like learning & development, recruitment, employee relations, and more). \n Here are typical UK salaries at various stages of the HR journey: \n\n • HR Administrator - £27,000+\n, • HR Assistant - £30,000+\n, • HR Officer - £35,000+\n, • HR Advisor - £38,500+\n, • HR Manager - £55,000+\n\n And with hybrid and remote roles increasingly common in HR, the flexibility is there too. \n How It Works - Your 3 Step Journey Into HR \n Step 1 - CIPD Level 3 Certificate in People Practice \n The CIPD Level 3 Certificate in People Practice is the industry-standard entry point into Human Resources. It's assignment-based (no exams), and is delivered fully online with expert tutor support. \n\n • Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD)\n, • Covers recruitment, employee relations, HR systems, and more\n, • Complete in approx. 10-12 weeks at your own pace\n\n This course not only boosts your employability—it also gives you the confidence and credibility to take the leap into a new industry. \n Step 2 - Tailored Recruitment Support \n Once you're qualified, our Recruitment Support Team will help you translate your background and new qualification into real job opportunities. \n We’ve been helping career changers break into new roles since 2007—and our 4.8 Trustpilot rating shows how serious we are about your success. \n You’ll get: \n\n • A professionally written, HR-focused CV\n, • Job-matching advice tailored to your experience and location\n, • Application support, interview prep, and mock interviews\n, • Ongoing 1-to-1 guidance to help you land your first HR role\n\n Step 3 - Start Your New HR Career \n Most of our candidates secure their first HR job within 3-6 months of qualifying—and often sooner if they’re based near a major town or city. \n And to give you confidence, we offer a Money Back Guarantee: \n If we can’t help you secure a role within 12 months of passing your qualification, we’ll refund your training fees. \n Flexible, Affordable, Achievable \n To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options to spread the cost of your training over 12 months—so you can get qualified without financial pressure. \n Ready to Make the Change? \n Enquire now and one of our experienced Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours to answer your questions and help you take the first step towards a new, rewarding career in Human Resources.

Job AdvertManufacturing Engineering ManagerLocation: SouthportSalary and benefits: Up to £60,000 (depending on experience) plus 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), pension, life assurance, employee assistance programme, wellbeing support, and flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme. This is a fully site based role and you should be prepared to commute to the Southport site 5 days per week.About the RoleReporting directly to the General Manager, the Manufacturing Engineering Manager is a key member of the Southport Operational Leadership Team. You will lead and develop the Manufacturing Engineering function and Toolroom, driving strategy, industrialising new products, and implementing safe, capable, and efficient processes to support operational excellence and business growth.As part of your key responsibilities, you’ll:Engineering Leadership: Define the site’s manufacturing engineering roadmap, and establish robust process standards, coaching your team to drive Right First Time performance toward a zero-defect culture.People Leadership: Lead, develop, and coach a team of 6 engineers.Process & NPI Development: Lead short-batch New Product Introduction, analyse process capability (SPC), and oversee product testing and pre-production trials.Operational Excellence : Drive a continuous improvement culture using Unipart Way lean tools, leading structured root cause investigations to eliminate waste and boost productivity.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Provide technical guidance to senior leadership and shop-floor teams, collaborating with Design Engineering, Quality, Procurement, customers, and suppliers.About YouWe are looking for someone with:A degree in Mechanical or Electronics Engineering (or equivalent practical experience).Proven people leadership experience leading a Manufacturing or Production Engineering function, with a clear focus on developing talent, building capability and driving engagement.Demonstrated experience in NPI, industrialisation projects, and short-batch manufacturing.Strong background in lean manufacturing, Statistical Process Control (SPC), structured root-cause problem-solving and writing technical reports.Excellent interpersonal skills to inspire your team, build strong cross-functional relationships, and influence stakeholders at all levels of the business, including customers and suppliers.The following would be highly desirable; Six Sigma qualification (Green Belt level), experience with Process Engineering tools and MTM (Methods-Time Measurement), a basic knowledge of optical testing.About UnipartWe are a supply chain performance improvement partner. We Design, Make, Move, and Improve components in our customers’ supply chains, keeping their operations and assets moving and working better, for longer. Through our commitment to continuously driving operational efficiencies, we improve performance - saving time, cost, and carbon. Our ambition is to be the driving force behind efficient, resilient, and sustainable supply chains.Equality, Diversity, and InclusionWe believe that a great workplace is one where you can bring your whole self to work. Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible, inclusive, and based entirely on merit. We define merit through a combination of technical skills and the core behaviours that help our people thrive at Unipart. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of background or circumstances. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity that exceeds our statutory obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and subsequent legislation. Whether it’s your age, disability, neurodiversity, gender identity, family status, or any other characteristic that makes you ‘you’ - it is your talent and potential that we value most. We want you to perform at your best. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have specific accessibility needs at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are here to support you.SummaryDepartment: ManufacturingJob Type: PermanentContract Type: Full timeHours: 37Closing Date: 2026-09-11T23:59:00.000Z

Work with us KwikFit - Southport 70 Eastbank St, Southport PR8 1EF This role offers an opportunity to earn up to £37,000 inclusive of basic salary and bonus. Are you getting the rewards you deserve for the trust you build with customers when you put their car through its MOT? This is your chance to work for an employer that understands how valuable that is. Were hiring MOT Testers right now at Kwik Fit. Youll get great pay and benefits, and well help you progress if thats what you want to doweve recently invested massively in making Kwik Fit the place to be if you want to develop a rewarding career for life. The Day to Day Youll deliver all aspects of the MOT test to Government standards, with the key objective of keeping our customers safe on the road. Youll support the customer through the processupdating them with progress, any work that needs doing and, where necessary, why their car failed. Its all about building lifelong customer relationships, and youll put as much into that as you do the technical aspects of your role. Who we're looking for Youll need a valid MOT licence and driving licence. Youll also be able to reassure customers that theyre in safe hands and build rapport so that choose us for their MOT every year. And if theres work to be done around the Centre, youll always be up for pitching in with your colleagues whenever you get a spare moment. The Perks One of the great things about working with a large company like Kwik Fit is the amazing benefits package. It includes: • Discount at supermarkets and high street retailers, • Up to 50% off at Kwik Fit, • Wagestreamaccess your wages before payday, • Eyecarefree examinations and discounted/free glasses, • Easy-book appointments with a free online GP, • Cycle-to-work scheme, • Free mortgage advice, • Life assurance, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Full-pay paternity leaveAbout us Kwik Fit has been a household name in tyre fitting and car servicing for more than five decades. In more than 600 Centres around the UK, we fit tyres, fix brakes, carry out MOTs and cure the most complex car complaints. From Tyre Fitter to Autocare Technician and Master Centre Manager, theres a range of ways to make a difference here, each with a single purpose in commonto keep our customers safe on the road. JBRP1_UKTJ

Project Manager Placement Programme - No Experience Required Our training will help you kick-start a new career in Project Management. We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our Project Management Traineeship graduates to keep up with their growth. The best part is you will not need any previous experience as training will be provided. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee upon completion of the training courses. Whether you are working full time, part time or unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you. The traineeship is broken down into 3 easy steps, which can be finished in as little as 12 weeks: Step 1 - Online Training The first step is completing a selection of professional, accredited and industry recognised Project Management courses by including Prince2 & Agile. The training is delivered via multimedia rich video tutorials, presentations and quizzes through a portal that you study from home. Step 2 - Practical Training Now that you have learned all the theory it’s time to start applying that into practice so that you have the required experience to start within the industry. Our expert Project Manager tutor will provide you with 2 case scenarios for you to complete that will be based on real-world situations. You will be provided with the required guidance and support from your tutor so that you can successfully complete your projects which will be later added to your CV. Step 3 - Official exams At this final stage, we will prepare you to take your official Prince2 & Agile Foundation exams. The exams can be taken at one of the approved test centres across the UK or online conveniently from your own home. Guaranteed Job Placement At this point you will have fully completed our Project Management Traineeship and be ready to start work. Through our range of partnerships throughout the UK with Project Management organisations, we are able to place you into an entry level role within your local area. You will be working as either a Project Coordinator or Project Administrator. We guarantee you will be offered a job upon completion or we will refund you 100% of your course fees back. At a one off cost of £1499, or 13 interest free monthly instalments of £130, this represents a great opportunity to start a rewarding career in Project Management and have a real career ladder to start climbing. If you are not offered a role at the end of the training we will refund 100% of your course fees. Read through the information? Passionate about starting a new career? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch. 'Please note that this is a training course and fees apply