Are you a skilled PSV Technician looking for an exciting new opportunity? Connect Appointments is seeking a dedicated professional to join our bus and coach repair client in the Durham area of North East England.

What’s On Offer?

• Position: Full-time, Permanent
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 07:00 to 16:30
• Pay Rate: £18.50 to £23 per hour

As a PSV Technician, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a fleet of vehicles through planned and preventative maintenance, diagnostic fault finding, and reactive repairs. Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing servicing, maintenance, inspections, and repairs
• Continuously improving vehicle reliability
• Preparing vehicles for MOT, conducting planned preventative maintenance campaigns, and performing quality checks
• Diagnosing vehicle faults and ensuring high standards of reliability and maintenance

To excel in this role, you should have:

• A minimum Level 3 NVQ (or equivalent) in vehicle maintenance
• Proven proficiency in heavy vehicle system maintenance and preventative maintenance
• Ability to carry out inspections and diagnose faults
• An efficient, organised, and disciplined approach to work
• Strong record-keeping skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• A commitment to maintaining workplace safety and adhering to safety protocols

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay rates
• Permanent, full-time employment with regular working hours
• Opportunity to work with a dedicated team in a dynamic environment
• A role that offers professional growth and development

Ready to Take the Next Step?

APPLY NOW or give us a call on 0191 7314 800. We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to our team!

Connect Appointments have an exciting opportunity for a PSV Auto Electrician to join our established client’s team in the North East. Our client is a bus and coach repair service specialising in mechanical repair and diagnostics.

What’s on offer?

• Monday to Friday 07:00 – 16:30
• Competitive Salary
• Full-time permanent position

As a PCV Auto Electrician your duties and responsibilities including:

• Perform safety checks and adhere to safety protocols to uphold a secure work environment
• Engage in equipment installations and upgrades as necessary
• Keep precise records of maintenance tasks and equipment performance
• Maintain the electrical components of all vehicles
• Identify and rectify faults, including diagnosing and repairing defective electrical components
• Inspect the electrics of all vehicles to ensure compliance with company standards

To be successful within this role you will have a minimum Level 3 NVQ (or equivalent). Combined with:

• Able to carry out inspections and diagnose faults
• Ability to keep records up to date and of a high standard
• Demonstrated proficiency in heavy vehicle system maintenance and preventative maintenance
• Strive to be an efficient, organised, and disciplined commercial vehicle technician
• Exhibit strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Committed to maintaining workplace safety and adhering to safety protocols

APPLY NOW or give us a call on 0191 7314 800, we look forward to hearing from you!

Connect Driver Solutions have exciting opportunities for experienced Van Drivers in Gateshead & Washington. This opportunity will last until January 2025 following successful completion of induction and training.

Please only apply if you have relevant 3.5 tonne multi drop parcel delivery experience.

Pay rate: £11.44 per hour (PAYE, van provided by client) – weekly pay

Shifts available: 8 to 10 hour shifts, minimum 5 days per week (including Saturdays)

The successful candidate will drive a 3.5 tonne van and perform multi drop duties. You will be responsible for delivering and collecting parcels, doing around 80+ drops per day, around the North East.

The ideal Van Driver will have:

• Previous multi drop experience (essential)
• A valid driving licence
• No more than 6 points on your licence
• Availability to start immediately

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Learn more about this role and apply now by submitting your most up-to-date CV, or by calling our team on 0191 500 0028.

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Connect Appointments have an exciting opportunity for a Screeder to join our client’s team in Washington, Tyne and Wear.

For this role experience in concrete screeding is essential, ideally with some experience of working with Polymer screed preferable. Combined with:

• Knowledge of relevant safety procedures and regulations
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good physical fitness and stamina
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

What’s on offer? A full-time temporary role with the potential of more work. Working Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm; paid weekly at £18 p/h, with overtime enhancements.

Do you meet the above requirements? Then, we’d love to speak with you.

Apply now by submitting your most up to date CV, or by calling our consultants on 0191 500 0028.

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Connect Appointments have an exciting opportunity for a Quality Assurance Engineer to join our established client’s manufacturing team in Sunderland.

What’s on offer?

• Monday to Friday
• £28,000 per annum
• Full-time permanent position

This challenging role is ideal for a Welding Engineer with a strong background in materials and fabrication. As a crucial member of the quality department, you will contribute to the success of the company by ensuring adherence to quality standards, process development, continuous improvement, and supporting training and development initiatives.

Your responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

• Providing comprehensive support across the site, handling various tasks as needed
• Ensuring products are manufactured in accordance with company procedures and meet specifications, supplying relevant supporting paperwork
• Assisting Production with innovation, process development, standard operating procedures, and technology application for continuous improvement
• Inspecting materials, welds, dimensions, and painting processes, with opportunities for training and development
• Conducting inspections at different production stages, including at supplier premises, to identify non-conformities in line with company procedures
• Collaborating with the team and work independently to support inspection and auditing processes, contributing to general quality-related activities and projects within the quality department

To be successful in engineering role you will ideally have previous experience, with in-depth knowledge of quality and welding management systems ISO9001 and ISO3834. Combined with the following skills, traits and experience:

• Experience with EN1090-2 is advantageous
• Ability to support the improvement of processes and procedures
• Competence in welder monitoring, weld sequences/standard operating procedures (SOP), and distortion control
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings and international specifications
• A background in welding/fabrication manufacturing and/or quality-related activities
• Knowledge of welding processes, with expertise in MAG being essential, and TIG, SMAW methods -advantageous
• Familiarity with materials such as S355-60, 690-60 plate and pipe, and 960-40 plate
• Experience with products like Harbour mobile cranes and LR crawler cranes
• Ability to communicate information clearly at all levels, coupled with a methodical and logical approach
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills to support the department
• Membership in a professional institute (TWI, CQI, NACE, IIW, CMI, etc.) is a must-have
• Travel within the UK and Europe for a few weeks per year will be necessary

An official qualification for a Welding Engineer accredited in the UK is required, such as the International Welding Engineer (IWE) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng) certification – highly required.

Do you meet the requirements above? APPLY NOW or give us a call on 0191 500 0028, we look forward to hearing from you!

Connect Driver Solutions have exciting opportunities available for Class 1 ADR Drivers in Bradford!

Pay rates: £16.50 per hour

Schedule: Day shift and night shift available – temporary work

As Class 1 ADR Drivers, your responsibilities will include:

• Collections of clinical waste from various locations.
• Tasks and duties will include:
• Carrying out routine vehicle checks
• Driving a vehicle to the destination and loading according to requirements
• Issuing delivery notes.
• Some manual handling required
• Meeting collection times slots
• Keeping transport office updated of your progress and any additional problems

The ideal Class 1 ADR Drivers will have:

• Valid C+E/Valid C licence held for at least 2 years, with at least 6 months experience (we are not able to accept newly passed drivers for this opportunity)
• Full ADR in tanks and packages
• Valid CPC card and Digi card
• Maximum of 6 points on your licence

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Learn more about this role and APPLY NOW by submitting your most up-to-date CV, or call our expert consultants on 0191 500 0028.

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Join Our Team as a Class 1 or Class 2 Driver in Devon!

Vehicle: Class 1 or Class 2

Location: Exeter

Pay Rate: £15 to £20.50 per hour (PAYE) – we do not accept LTD or outsource payroll

Shifts Available: Monday to Sunday

Why Drive with Us?

At Connect Driver Solutions, we value our drivers and offer exciting opportunities across the UK. We’re an independent recruitment agency specialising in the transport and logistics sectors, committed to taking care of our drivers.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay: Earn between £15 to £20.50 per hour, paid weekly
• Supportive Environment: Build valuable relationships with our expert consultants and excellent clients
• Variety of Work: Variety of start times on offer & potential for weekend work

Your Responsibilities as a Class 1/Class 2 Driver:

• Operate Class 1 or Class 2 vehicles efficiently and safely
• Perform regular vehicle checks to ensure safety and compliance
• Loading and unloading

What You Need as a Class 1/Class 2 Driver:

• Valid licence
• Minimum of 6 months of Class 1 or Class 2 driving experience
• Valid DQC and digital tacho cards
• Maximum of six points on your licence with no DD, CD, DR, IN, or TT codes accepted

Ready to Get Started?

Apply now to join our team and drive your career forward. Submit your most up-to-date CV or call our driving team on 0191 500 0028. Let’s get you on the road to success!

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Connect Driver Solutions have exciting opportunities available for Class 1 Drivers in Wolverhampton on a temporary-to-permanent basis!

Pay rates: £13.69 per hour for first 8 hours, £15.77 per hour after 8 hours worked & £18.02 per hour for any weekends worked (rates set by client) – PAYE only

Schedule: Day shift, 6am starts, Monday to Friday (with occasional weekend work as and when required)

As a Class 1 Driver, your responsibilities will include:

• Class 1 driving operating a walking floor (experience desirable)
• Loading and moving/delivering aluminium locally
• Performing vehicle checks

The successful Class 1 Driver will have:

• A valid CAT C+E licence/LGV 1/HGV 1 licence (held for at least two years)
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience on C+E vehicles
• A valid DQC and digital tacho cards
• No more than six points on your licence with no DD, CD, DR, IN or TT codes accepted

Interested? Apply now or call us on 0191 500 0028.

Connect Driver Solutions are a leading independent recruitment agency in the transport and logistics sectors, and we pride ourselves on taking care of our workers. Apply now to build valuable relationships with our expert consultants and excellent clients that will benefit you throughout your career.

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Connect Appointments are seeking an experienced Commercial Gas Engineer to join and strengthen our client’s team.

This is a full-time permanent position working Monday to Friday (overtime available), across Boldon and the North East.

As a Commercial Gas Engineer your duties and responsibilities will be around Commercial Heating Controls and Installation. As such, you will:

• Have an understanding of commercial heating and system control wiring, boilers, pressurisation units, pumps, control valves, and others
• Gas boiler replacements and heating system upgrades
• Hot water replacements and vented to unvented system upgrades
• Carrying out annual boiler servicing
• Attending planned and un-planned urgent call outs
• Fault finding and repair work to boilers, heating wiring, systems and controls

To be successful within this position, you will be a Gas Safe Registered Engineer with 3 years commercial gas experience, whilst having the following skills, traits, and experience:

• CSCS – preferred
• Driving license – required
• City & guilds – preferred
• Be able to work in non-domestic properties only
• Be able to work independently and with team members
• Start and complete urgent jobs with minimal notice
• Be willing to work overtime, when required, to complete urgent jobs
• Understand, deal with and resolve problems as described by the customer
• Be willing to go the extra mile

Combined with a competitive salary of £38,000 to £44,000 per annum, you will benefit from a company van; 30 days holiday (extra for time in service); paid call out; your gas and oil tickets will be kept up to date; full training including MEWP’s and PASMA; progression opportunities are available.

Interested or want to learn more? Apply now or give us a call on 0191 731 4800.

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Connect Appointments have immediate starts available for a Picker Packer to join our client’s team in Kemble!

Pay rate: £12.19 per hour

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pm

PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO THE REMOTE LOCATION FOR THIS ROLE, YOU MUST BE ABLE TO DRIVE AND HAVE ACCESS TO YOUR OWN TRANSPORT. 

Our client is a global business dedicated to storing, protecting, and managing information and assets.

The successful candidate will be offered an immediate start.

The ideal Picker Packer will be able to:

• Work at pace and in line with specific targets and goals
• Follow site policies and procedures
• Lift and transport boxes/books/ledgers
• Organise and manage your own workload
• Work individual or as a part of a team

The successful Picker Packer will also have experience from working in a similar warehouse role. We are looking for the successful operatives to start immediately. 

Please note: due to the nature of this role, applicants must be able to pass a strict vetting process

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Learn more about this role and APPLY NOW by submitting your most up to date CV.