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Pertemps Crawley are excited to be exclusively supporting our client, a well-established manufacturing business, to appoint a Head of HR to join their reputable and ever-growing SME. Package & Details: Salary up to £65,000 DOE Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm Redhill based + occasional travel This is a key HR leadership role within a business of circa 130 employees, working as part of a small HR team alongside an HR Advisor. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you’ll take ownership of the people agenda—balancing strategic direction with a very hands-on approach. Based at the Redhill head office, you’ll also support additional sites in Crawley and Wales, building strong relationships across operations and ensuring a consistent, high-quality HR approach across the group. Alongside core HR responsibilities, you’ll play a key role in shaping 2026 priorities, including: Implementation of a new HR system Succession planning and long-term workforce strategy Development of apprenticeship and early careers pathways As a broad, varied role with real influence across the business, key areas will include: Leadership & Strategy Partnering with senior leadership to align HR with business goals Leading on organisational design, workforce planning, and changeHands-on HR Delivery Overseeing all aspects of HR operations—from ER through to recruitment Working closely with and supporting the HR Advisor Supporting managers with practical, commercially sound advice Ensuring compliance, consistency, and strong HR fundamentalsTalent & Culture Driving recruitment across operational and specialist roles Embedding effective onboarding, development, and performance frameworks Supporting a positive, high-performance culture within a manufacturing environmentMulti-site Impact & Improvement Providing visible, consistent HR support across all sites Driving improvements in systems, processes, and reporting Experience required: Experience at Head of HR level (or similar) within an SME Manufacturing or engineering background essential A hands-on, practical approach alongside strategic capability Strong knowledge of UK employment law Experience working across multi-site operations CIPD Level 5+ qualified (Level 7 desirable) Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to step into a true Head of HR role where you can shape strategy, influence leadership, and stay close to the detail. You’ll have the autonomy to make a real impact in a business that values practical, effective HR, working closely as part of a small but capable HR team

The role of Management Accountant in the Manufacturing industry involves overseeing financial operations and providing insightful analysis to support business decisions. Based in the Wakefield area, this permanent position offers an opportunity to contribute to a growing organisation's accounting and finance department Client Details This position is with a high performing SME organisation in the Manufacturing sector that prides itself on its bespoke service and approach to delivering quality products. Description Prepare and present monthly management accounts with detailed variance analysis. Support budget preparation and forecasting processes to aid strategic planning. Monitor and analyse financial performance, identifying cost-saving opportunities. Oversee cash flow management and ensure accurate financial reporting. Collaborate with operational teams to provide financial insights for decision-making. Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies. Assist in the preparation of year-end accounts and liaise with auditors as needed. Contribute to process improvements within the finance function.Profile A successful Management Accountant should have: A professional accounting qualification - ACA, ACCA, CIMA Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Proven experience in management accounting within the Manufacturing industry Proficiency in financial systems and advanced Excel skills. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Excellent communication and problem-solving abilitiesJob Offer Competitive salary ranging from £45,000 to £50,000. Hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance. Flexible start and finish times for added convenience. Opportunities for professional development within the accounting and finance department. A supportive company culture in a Wakefield-based location

Electrical, Control & Instrumentation Engineer Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 Location: Wakefield Contract Type: Permanent Role: EC&I Engineer EC&I Engineer role available! We are looking for someone to join a successful Chemical Manufacturing company and to provide hands-on engineering skill combined with technical expertise, project involvement, and site-wide maintenance leadership. This company is heavily investing into their site and staff, and it is a great opportunity for those looking for a change of environment and great culture. This company has a direct presence across four continents' and meets customers' needs worldwide. Benefits: Death in service benefit - 3x annual salary Critical illness cover 25 days holiday bank holidays Matched pension contribution scheme up to a total employer contribution of 10%Qualifications & Skills Required for the EC&I Engineer Position: C&G 18th Edition C&G Electrical Installation DSEAR / COMPEX Excellent planning, organisational and problem-solving skills. Able to lead contractors and internal teams effectively. Knowledge of UK legislation and safe systems of work (HSWA, CDM, DSEAR). Confident with risk assessments, method statements and permit-to-work processes. Strong communication, stakeholder management and decision-making capability.Responsibilities of the EC&I Engineer: Own the EC&I maintenance strategy across the site including proactive and reactive maintenance. Lead LOTOTO and electrical isolations, acting as the Responsible Person for electrical works. (415V 3-phase, 110V & 240V electrical equipment) Lead calibration, loop checking and verification across all instrumentation. Functional Safety, Life Cycle ownership. Develop and maintain DCS systems in collaboration with Automation and IT teams. Accept and verify EC&I design throughout all project phases-front end, detailed design, FAT/SAT, commissioning. Ensure correct documentation and asset data is captured for the site's CMMS. Act as EC&I technical lead on all new projects onsite. Liaise with contractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure safe, timely and cost-controlled delivery. Provide regular progress reporting to senior management. · Participating in HAZOPs, design reviews, and contributing to safety case development. Identify risks, delays or slippage and implement corrective actions. Support UK HSE COMAH interventions/inspections acting as the EC&I SME. Suggest monthly improvements in safety and performance as part of the site's continuous improvement culture Please apply directly for further information regarding this EC&I Engineer role