Connect Appointments is one of Scotland’s leading recruitment agencies, known for delivering exceptional service to clients and candidates across the country. We’re looking for an experienced Recruitment Consultant to join our Glasgow office, managing an established industrial recruitment desk while developing new business opportunities across Glasgow and the surrounding areas.

What’s on offer?

• Office based, Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm – morning client site visits required
• £30,000 basic salary with OTE of up to £40,000
• Performance-related bonuses and career progression opportunities
• Supportive team culture with genuine autonomy and trust

As a Recruitment Consultant, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and developing an existing portfolio of industrial clients
• Sourcing, screening and placing candidates across temporary and permanent vacancies
• Generating new business through proactive sales calls and client visits
• Acting as the primary point of contact for client requirements and escalations
• Managing activity through our bespoke recruitment software

To be considered for this Recruitment Consultant role, you will need:

• Previous recruitment agency experience – industrial background strongly advantageous
• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills
• A results-driven approach with the ability to manage your own workload
• A full UK driving licence and flexibility for early morning and occasional evening cover

Apply now and become part of the Connect Appointments success story!

CAHEAD

Connect Appointments is recruiting a Labourer to join an established business based in Cumbernauld – undertaking general labouring duties.

What’s on offer?

• Ongoing temporary position
• Monday to Thursday, 6am to 4:30pm
• £13.50 per hour – paid weekly

To be considered as a Labourer, you will need:

• Good physical fitness and the ability to carry out manual handling duties
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or labouring environment is advantageous

Interested in this Labourer role? Apply now or call us on 01698 535 870.

CAHAM

Connect Appointments is recruiting a Machine Operative to join an established steel manufacturing business based in Cumbernauld.

Our client manufactures steel fencing and gate components, offering a Monday to Thursday working week with three-day weekends and a competitive salary.

What’s on offer?

• Full-time ongoing position
• Monday to Thursday, 6am to 4:30pm
• £16 to £17 per hour (dependent on experience)

As a Machine Operative, your duties will include:

• Operating power presses, brake presses, rolling mills and drilling machines to produce steel fencing and gate components
• Maintaining machinery in accordance with standard operating procedures and health and safety guidelines
• Conducting routine inspections to identify faults or defects
• Taking accurate measurements and making adjustments as required
• Reading and interpreting basic technical drawings and specifications

To be considered as a Machine Operative, you will need:

• Previous experience operating power presses, brake press machines or similar machinery
• The ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Good physical fitness due to the manual nature of the role
• A strong work ethic and reliable approach to work

Interested in this Machine Operative role? Apply now or call us on 01698 535 870.

CAHAM

Connect Appointments is one of Scotland’s leading recruitment agencies, known for delivering innovative staffing solutions and exceptional service to clients across the country. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a driven and experienced 360 Recruitment Consultant to join our dynamic team in Hamilton.

This is an exciting opportunity to take your recruitment career to the next level in a fast-paced, people-focused role where your ideas, skills, and success are genuinely valued.

ABOUT THE ROLE?

As a Recruitment Consultant, you’ll play a key role in developing new opportunities, through B2B sales calls, site visits and cold calling. You will also be integral to managing current client relationships while delivering outstanding recruitment solutions. This is a busy, fast-paced hot desk with multiple active clients – giving you the opportunity to hit the ground running while also focusing on business development to grow your desk even further.

Your day-to-day duties as a Recruitment Consultant include:

• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with clients
• Serve as the main point of contact for client requirements, queries, and escalations
• Understand client objectives and coordinate with internal teams to ensure satisfaction
• Identify opportunities to expand accounts and promote additional services
• Interview, screen, and shortlist candidates to match with client vacancies
• Use our bespoke recruitment software to manage jobs, candidates, and adverts
• Write and post job ads on local and national boards to attract applicants
• Proactively make sales calls and generate new business leads

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR?

• Previous experience in recruitment, ideally with an industrial background
• Someone who wants to take on a 360 role, from sourcing to sales and everything in between
• Strong knowledge of both temporary and permanent placements
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• A results-driven attitude with the ability to exceed targets
• Great organisational skills and the ability to manage your own workload
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• Flexibility to work early mornings and provide evening client cover when required

WHAT WE OFFER?

• Competitive salary of £30,000, with on-target earnings of £40,000
• Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00 – early morning sight visits are required
• Performance-related bonuses
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Access to high street discounts and employee benefits
• Supportive, inclusive team culture with autonomy and trust

Apply now and become part of the Connect Appointments success story!

CAHEAD

Connect Appointments is recruiting a Trainee Cheesemaker to join an established dairy manufacturing business based in Gifford.

This isn’t a standard production role. You’ll receive structured training across all key cheesemaking processes: from milk handling and pasteurisation through to culturing, coagulation, curd handling and maturation – progressing towards independent working as your competence develops.

What’s on offer?

• Ongoing temporary position
• 4-on 4-off night shift, 10pm to 6am
• £16.82 per hour – paid weekly
• Structured on-the-job training with clear competency progression

As a Trainee Cheesemaker, your duties will include:

• Assisting in the manufacture of cheese and dairy products in accordance with approved recipes and specifications
• Monitoring key process parameters including temperature, time and pH, reporting any deviations promptly
• Operating production and packing equipment safely in line with Standard Operating Procedures
• Completing production and cleaning records accurately to support traceability and BRCGS compliance
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene in line with HACCP, allergen control and hygiene zoning requirements

To be considered as a Trainee Cheesemaker, you will need:

• A Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate – ESSENTIAL
• Previous experience in a food production or manufacturing environment is advantageous
• A genuine interest in developing a career in dairy and cheesemaking
• A reliable, detail-focused approach with strong communication skills

Interested in this Trainee Cheesemaker role? Apply now or call us on 01506 449 944.

CALIV

Connect Appointments is recruiting Food Production Operatives to join an established dairy manufacturing business based in Gifford.

Our client produces specialist cheese and dairy products to BRCGS food safety standards, offering a 4-on 4-off shift pattern that gives you four days off every week as standard, with both day and night shifts available.

What’s on offer?

• Ongoing temporary position
• Working week of a 4-on 4-off shift pattern
• Your choice of days (6am to 2pm) or nights (10pm to 6am)
• £13.50 per hour – paid weekly

As a Food Production Operative, your duties will include:

• Assisting in the production and packing of cheese and cultured cream products to defined specifications
• Performing shredding and dicing of mozzarella using approved equipment and safe working practices
• Filling, packing, sealing and labelling products accurately including correct batch codes and use-by dates
• Completing all production and cleaning records accurately to support traceability and audit compliance
• Maintaining high standards of personal hygiene and cleanliness in line with HACCP and allergen control requirements

To be considered as a Food Production Operative, you will need:

• Previous experience in a food production or manufacturing environment is advantageous
• An understanding of food safety procedures and hygiene standards
• A reliable, detail-focused approach to work with the ability to follow instructions accurately
• A positive, team-focused attitude

Interested in this Food Production Operative role? Apply now or call us on 01506 449 944.

CALIV

Connect Appointments is recruiting Forklift Drivers to join an established logistics business in the Leven area of Fife.

Our client operates a busy warehouse facility, offering consistent day shift work across a Monday to Friday week with a clear route to permanent employment for the right candidate.

What’s on offer?

• Temporary to permanent opportunity
• Working week of 45 hours per week
• Monday to Friday, between 6am to 6pm
• £12.95 to £14.96 per hour, paid weekly

As a Forklift Driver, your duties will include:

• Safely manoeuvring a Counterbalance forklift within a busy warehouse environment
• Stacking and organising large quantities of stock
• Moving goods between storage and loading areas for transport
• Loading and unloading deliveries

To be considered as a Forklift Driver, you will need:

• A valid Counterbalance forklift licence – internal or external accepted
• Previous experience operating a forklift in a warehouse or fast-paced environment
• A responsible, safety-focused approach to work

Interested in this Forklift Driver role? Apply now or call us on 01592 802 541.

CAKIR

Connect Appointments are recruiting individuals to join our Rosyth based Bakery client, as Bakery Production Operatives.

Various shifts available:

• Early Shift: Monday to Friday – 06:00 to 14:30 @ £12.74 per hour
• Night Shift 1: Sun to Thursday – 22:00 to 06:30 @ £14.65 per hour
• Night Shift 2: Sun to Thursday – 23:00 to 07:30 @ £14.65 per hour

Working as a Bakery Production Operative your day-to-day tasks will revolve around the production of a number of baked goods, including: Morning Rolls, Pie, Bridies, Pies, and cakes. You will also be expected to conduct quality checks on each finished item and ingredients at every stage of the production process; ensure a clean working environment at all times; and follow the company policies and procedures.

To be successful within this role you will be a reliable individual, ideally with previous experience in a production, manufacturing, or food related environment – but not essential, as full training is provided. Other key skills include:

• The ability to work on your own and as part of a team
• Follow both written and verbal instructions
• Good attention to detail
• An awareness of the importance of food hygiene

Interested? Apply now or call us on 01592 802 541 to get started.

CAKIR

Connect Appointments have an exciting opportunity for a Production Operative to join our client’s expanding team in Alloa.

Our client produces the finest handmade products using only the best ingredients in a traditional, open-pot method – they’re looking for a new member to join their existing, hard-working, happy team.

The ideal Production Operative will have:

• A desire to deliver excellence every day
• Strong attention to detail
• A sound level of physical fitness
• Excellent team working skills
• Strong numerical skills

What’s on offer?

• Monday to Friday, 8am to 4:30pm
• £12.71 per hour – paid weekly
• Full training provided
• Fantastic career progression opportunities (possibility of permanent position)

Please Note – Due to the location of this role a driving license would be advantageous, but not essential.

Apply now or give us a call on 01324 464 951.

CAGRA

Connect Appointments is recruiting Warehouse Operatives to join an established client based in Newbridge on a full-time, ongoing temporary basis.

Our client operates a busy warehouse facility in Newbridge, with immediate starts available for reliable and experienced candidates.

What’s on offer?

• Ongoing temporary position
• Rotational 4-on 4-off, from 6:30am to 6:45pm
• £12.71 per hour, paid weekly
• Full training provided

As a Warehouse Operative, your duties will include:

• Picking and packing customer orders accurately and efficiently
• Ensuring all items loaded and unloaded match the relevant paperwork
• Reporting any damaged or missing items to supervisors promptly
• Assisting with warehouse inventory controls
• Keeping the warehouse environment clean, tidy and well maintained

The ideal Warehouse Operative will have:

• Previous warehouse experience, ideally using handheld scanners (essential)
• Good physical fitness and strength
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Interested? Apply now or call us on 01324 464 951.

CAGRA