Connect Driver Solutions, one of the most trusted driving and transport recruiters in the North East, are looking for Class 1 Night Drivers Drivers!

Location: Newcastle & surrounding areas

Pay Rates: £16 to £21 per hour (paid weekly / PAYE only)

What We’re Looking For – Class 1 Drivers for Night shift, Tramping & Weekend drivers for various different contracts around the North East. We can accommodate drivers who are looking for long-term ongoing/part-time or ad hoc work. Full time roles are also available.

Your Responsibilities as a Class 1 Night Shift Driver:

• Operate Class 1 vehicles safely and efficiently
• Perform regular vehicle checks to ensure safety and compliance
• Comply with WTD, driver hours & rest periods

What You Need as a Class 1 Night Shift Driver:

• Valid CAT C+E licence/LGV 1/HGV 1 licence
• Minimum of 6 month’s experience with Class 1 vehicles
• Valid CPC & Digi cards
• Any other licences HIAB, ADR, ECT is desirable but not essential
• No more than six points on your licence, with no DD, CD, DR, IN, or TT codes accepted

Check out our Google reviews to find out why our workers choose Connect Driver Solutions.

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, one of the most trusted driving and transport recruiters in the North East, are looking for Class 1 Drivers!

Location: Middlesbrough

Pay Rates: £15 to £17 per hour (paid weekly, PAYE only)

What We’re Looking For:

• Class 1 Drivers to work Saturdays & Sundays (may be able to accommodate other days)
• 4-On 4-Off, day shift

Your Responsibilities as a Class 1 Driver:

• Operating Class 1 vehicles with walking floor equipment (experience desirable but not essential as training is provided)
• Collecting and delivering processed and unprocessed waste & biomass products to various sites across the UK
• Performing regular vehicle checks to ensure safety and compliance

What We Need From You:

• Valid CAT C+E licence/LGV 1/HGV 1 licence
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience with Class 1 vehicles
• Valid CPC & Digi cards
• No more than six points on your licence, with no DD, CD, DR, IN, or TT codes accepted

Check out our Google reviews to find out why our workers choose Connect Driver Solutions.

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, one of the most trusted driving and transport recruiters in the North East, are looking for Class 2 Drivers!

Location: Newcastle & surrounding areas

Pay Rates: £14 to £20 per hour (paid weekly on PAYE only)

What We’re Looking For – Class 2 Drivers for various different contracts around the North East. We can accommodate drivers who are looking for long-term ongoing/part-time or ad hoc work. Full-time roles are also available.

Your Responsibilities as a Class 2 Driver:

• Operate Class 2 vehicles safely and efficiently
• Perform regular vehicle checks to ensure safety and compliance
• Comply with WTD, driver hours & rest periods

What You Need as a Class 2 Driver:

• Valid CAT C licence/LGV 2/HGV 2 licence
• Minimum of 6 months’ experience with Class 2 vehicles
• Valid DQC and digital tacho cards
• No more than six points on your licence, with no DD, CD, DR, IN, or TT codes accepted

Check out our Google reviews to find out why our workers choose Connect Driver Solutions.

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 are seeking experienced Class 2 Trade Waste Drivers in Durham on a temporary-to-permanent basis!

What’s on offer?

• Pay rates: £13.56 p/h for the first 40 hours, overtime paid at £20.35 p/h
• Schedule: Day shift, 4am to around 2pm
• This opportunity is temporary with a view for full-time work for the right candidate
• Solo trade waste work once trained

The successful Class 2 Trade Waste Drivers will have:

• Valid CAT C licence
• Minimum 1 year of experience
• Valid DQC and digital tacho cards
• Maximum of six points on your licence with no DD, CD, DR, IN, or TT codes accepted

Apply for this role now by submitting your most up-to-date CV, or by calling our driving team on 0191 500 0028.

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Connect Appointments is looking for a Vehicle Technician to join an independent German vehicle specialist with over 22 years of experience. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art workshop with the latest equipment and technology.

• Salary: £28,000 to £36,000 + optional overtime

What you’ll do?

• Diagnose vehicle faults using manufacturer-approved diagnostic tools
• Repair or replace faulty parts using genuine or OEM components
• Perform routine servicing and maintenance to dealer standards
• Complete road tests to confirm successful repairs
• Report any necessary repairs to the garage manager
• Explain technical issues clearly to customers
• Maintain accurate service and repair records
• Prepare vehicles for MOT testing
• Ensure a safe and clean working environment
• Work with high-voltage batteries in hybrid and electric vehicles
• Take part in training courses from BOSCH and MOT training if needed

What you’ll need?

• City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 qualification preferred – but proven experience will be considered
• A valid UK driving licence
• MOT tester qualification preferred (training can be provided)
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• A proactive and motivated attitude

Interested?

If this sounds like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now with your up-to-date CV or call our consultants on 0191 731 4800.

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Connect Appointments are seeking a Trailer Fitter for permanent work in Grantham!

Salary: £35,000 per annum (DOE)

As a Trailer Fitter, you’ll be part of a friendly and supportive team, working alongside other experienced professionals. Your duties will include, but not limited to:

• Mechanical maintenance of chassis and braking systems, including basic auto electrics
• Plumbing and carpentry
• Using hand and power tools
• Documenting processes and keep accurate records

To be successful in this Trailer Fitter role you’ll have previous experience with basic auto electrics. Combined with the following skills and traits:

• Basic knowledge of plumbing and electrical works
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Basic maintenance of diesel engines (beneficial, but not essential)
• Welding ability (beneficial)
• Valid driving licence (beneficial)
• Strong problem-solving skills and teamwork abilities

Interested? Apply now or give us a call on 01324 464 951 and we’ll do the rest.

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Are you an experienced Air Conditioning Engineer looking for a new role? Look no further than Connect Appointments. We’re seeking a talented HVAC Engineer to join our client’s reputable team, a leading player in the HVAC and Mechanical industry since 2003.

• Location: Boldon and the North East
• Salary: £36,000 to £42,000 per annum
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:15 to 16:30 (Overtime Available)

Key Responsibilities as an AC Engineer:

• Diagnose and rectify faults across various air conditioning systems
• Perform servicing and commissioning tasks
• Respond promptly to emergencies and breakdowns, contributing to our on-call rota

Requirements as an Air Conditioning Engineer:

• Fully qualified refrigeration air conditioning engineer (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• Extensive experience in commercial Air Conditioning installations
• City and Guilds 2079-1 certification
• Strong communication skills
• Valid UK Driving License

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary: £36,000 to £42,000 per annum
• Earnings Boost: Regular overtime at premium rates
• Company Benefits: Vehicle, uniform, specialist tools, mobile, and smart device
• Professional Development: Up-to-date manufacturers training courses

About the Role

This full-time, permanent position involves commissioning, servicing, fault finding, installing, and maintaining splits, multi splits, VRV, and VRF air conditioning systems. You’ll also work on ASHP and cold rooms within the Northeast & Cumbria area.

Interested or want to learn more? Apply now or call us at 0191 731 4800.

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Connect Appointments have a fantastic opportunity for a driven Sales & Purchasing Assistant to join our clients’ Manchester team.

Our client specialises in the trade and resale of IT components, including memory RAM, HDDs, SSDs, laptops, desktops, and servers.

What’s on offer?

• Full-time permanent role
• Monday to Friday – 37.50 hours per week
• £12.21 to £12.32 per hour

Working as a Sales & Purchasing Assistant, your duties will include but not limited to:

• Cold calling companies daily to source IT equipment for resale – this is a primary focus
• Negotiating pricing and purchasing IT hardware, including RAM, SSDs, HDDs, CPUs, and laptops
• Identifying and building relationships with new and existing suppliers and customers
• Researching market trends and identifying profitable purchasing opportunities
• Processing and managing purchase orders, invoices, and stock records
• Collaborating with the sales team to ensure stock availability aligns with customer demand
• Assisting in pricing strategies and sales negotiations
• Keeping up to date with industry developments and competitor pricing

To be successful in this Sales & Purchasing Assistant role, you will have a background in sales and purchasing, ideally within the IT industry (IT components, laptops, desktops, servers, etc.). Combined with two years B2B sales is advantageous.

Other key skills, traits and experience include:

• Comfortable making cold calls every day and confident in handling objections
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships
• A proactive, results-driven attitude with a keen eye for profitable deals
• Familiarity with inventory management systems (experience with Linnworks is a plus)
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Computer hardware experience – 1 year experience (required)
• Purchasing experience – 1 year experience (preferred)
• Xero – 1 year experience (preferred)
• Zendesk – 1 year experience (preferred)

Do you meet the above requirements? If so, 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 are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Sales & Marketing Coordinator for Air Traffic Systems to join and strengthen our client’s existing team in Cramlington.

Our client is a well-established, prominent provider of systems and solutions for the Air Traffic Control (ATC) community, serving over 300 airports and communication centres in more than 50 countries across the globe.

What’s on offer?

• A permanent position
• Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 17:00 – with an early Friday finish
• A competitive salary of £25,000 to £35,000 per annum
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays), increasing by 1 day annually (max 25 days)

Working as a Sales & Marketing Coordinator, this role will involve assisting with customer interactions, managing sales documentation, coordinating marketing efforts, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations within the sales department. With your duties including, but not limited to:

• Support the Sales & Marketing Manager in managing leads, customer accounts, and sales processes
• Assist in preparing quotes, proposals, and tender submissions
• Handle customer inquiries, providing timely and professional responses
• Maintain and update the CRM system with sales data, customer interactions, and follow-ups
• Coordinate sales and marketing campaigns, including email marketing and social media activities
• Assist in organising trade shows, exhibitions, and client meetings
• Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities and industry trends
• Liaise with internal teams to ensure smooth order processing and after-sales support
• Generate and analyse sales reports for management review

To be successful within this role as a Sales & Marketing Coordinator you will be highly organised, customer-focused, and eager to contribute to a dynamic team in the Air Traffic Control (ATC) and related technology sectors.

• Previous experience in a sales or administrative support role (preferably within a technical or B2B industry)
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
• Marketing experience/knowledge
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CRM software
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• High attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with ATC systems, aviation, or technology-related industries is a plus but not essential

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

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Connect Appointments has a new opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our Ashington based client.

What’s on offer?

• A full-time permanent role
• Working Monday to Friday, 8am to 4:30pm
• Paid at £40,000 per year

About the role?

Working as a Manufacturing Engineer you will help develop new processes and equipment, ensuring work is done safely, efficiently, and in line with our clients 5S and lean manufacturing principles. Your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Support the operations team during customer and internal design reviews

• Understand and work with engineering drawings and GD&T
• Make sure tooling, gauging, and quality needs are handled early in the NPI process
• Help with Supplier Quality Assurance to ensure reliable goods and services
• Manage projects for new equipment, plant, and facility installations
• Assist with departmental budget planning
• Create manufacturing documentation as needed
• Take part in equipment and process risk assessments
• Help solve production problems
• Write reports for Departmental Heads
• Follow health and safety guidelines at all times

What you’ll need?

To be successful in this Manufacturing Engineer position, you will be educated to a minimum of HNC level in Electro/Mechanical based engineering subject. Combined with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a low to medium manufacturing environment. A recognised four-year apprenticeship, either Electro/Mechanical or Technical/Craft based, is also required.

Key skill and traits that will help you succeed in this job are:

• Confident using manual and automated machinery
• Proactive and motivated with strong problem-solving skills
• Good project management and technical skills
• Able to read and understand technical manuals and drawings
• Comfortable writing reports and handling multiple tasks
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Computer literate and committed to personal growth
• Experience with 2D or 3D design (AutoCAD/SolidWorks)
• Knowledge of assembly, CNC machining, brazing, welding, and surface treatments

Interested?
If you meet the above requirements, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now with your up-to-date CV or call our consultants on 0191 500 0028.

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