Mike Butler

Job Title: Production Team Manager - Dayshift4 on 4 off 7am - 7pm, NO NIGHTS Location: Harrogate  Knaresbrough A1 area, commutable from parts of Bradford, Wakefield, York, Wetherby, Leeds etc On-site production lead role on dayshift Pay Range: £35k - £38k DayshiftBonus, excellent pension, overtime and benefitsContract Type: Permanent Our client is renowned and admired  FMCG multi-site manufacturer, enjoying UK dominance and market-leading status in their category sector. An opportunity has arisen for a Production Team Manager, working day shifts, NO NIGHTS.Key Responsibilities – Production Team Manager - Dayshift A hands-on production and manufacturing team lead, controlling the movement of all raw materials through to packaged finished goods in your area, planning and scheduling production  to meet customer needs within quality, time and cost specificationsYou will manage a small team across several lines in a process and production areaResponsible for both the day-to-day to day management of technical and production operations professionals in your area, via your established management team; as well as coordinating and driving development projects which will lead towards performance improvements, cost reduction and greater competitivenessThe role will involve a significant amount of Change Management in all areas of manufacturing, engineering and operationsYou will provide technical support and analysis, including the utilisation of industrial performance and continuous improvement tools Qualifications & Requirements – Production Team Manager - Dayshift Ideally you will be of graduate calibre, with an understanding of all areas of factory operations. You will also possess FMCG, Food and Drink, Automotive, Pharmaceutical or regulated fast-paced manufacturing industry experienceYou will have a genuine interest in maximising production processes and producing high quality consumer productsYou may be experienced in change management, CI, planning and organizing factory improvement initiativesThis could suit a high potential  graduate in operations, engineering or related technical discipline or a proven production shift leader / Supervisor, hoping to take more responsibility for a  leadership area role, on shift, operating with complete autonomy What we can offer – Dayshift Production Team Manager Days Shift WorkWork at a best-in-class, an award-winning siteAutomated facilityExcellent pension and benefitscompany discountFree onsite parking For more information on this role, please contact James Forsyth or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] Candidates who are currently a Shift Manager, Days Production Team Leader, Manufacturing Team Leader, Production Shift Leader,Production Team Supervisor, FLM, Frontline Manager, Area Production Manager, Shift Leader, Process Shift Manager,  Packing Hall Leader, Packaging Manager, may be suitable for this position. Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Job Title: Contract Mechanical Ltd Co  EngineerLocation: Bury area Pay Range: £33 - 34 per hour, outside scope, Ltd company welcome, Outside IR35Contract Type: 3 - 6 month preferred Contract ongoingRotating shift work Monday to riday Our client is a renowned and admired manufacturing business, enjoying UK dominance and market leading status in their category sector. An opportunity has arisen for a Contract Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to hit the ground running on shift to cover peakKey Responsibilities –Contract Mechanical Ltd Co  Engineer Responsible for a combination of planned and reactive maintenance and technical challenges to ensure maximum line efficiencyPerform fault-finding and diagnosis Attend to breakdowns onsite ensuring a rapid response on plant equipment and machinery breakdownsCarry out planned preventative maintenance on a range of Automation machinery including pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyors and robotsDeliver on plant uptime and maintenance KPI’s through planned, preventative and predictive maintenanceEnsure the efficient running of a continuous process, moving and packing high quality productsContinually improving performance of equipment and systems to support the development of the siteAgree preventative  maintenance plans Qualifications & Requirements – Contract Mechanical Ltd Co Engineer Apprentice trained or NVQ level 3 in a mechancial discipline mechanical  in maintenance engineeringProduction line experience motors, drives, conveyors, also heavy plant A proactive approach to fault finding, a commitment to continuous improvement and personal developmentComputer literate What we can offer – Contract Mechanical Ltd Co Engineer Work at an award-winning company and established siteMonday to friday 8 hour  shifts Automated facilityFree onsite parking For more information on this role, please contact Mike Butler on 0113 2123519 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] who are currently a multi-skilled engineer, mechanical engineer, CONTRACT ENGINEER, mechanical  biased engineer, maintenance engineer, shift engineer, plant engineer  or maintenance engineer may be suitable for this position.Techsearch is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.Techsearch are an employment agency and have been connecting business with technical talent for nearly 30 years.We specialise in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Technical, Life Sciences, Supply Chain and Manufacturing sectors.Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Job Title: Strategic Contracts & Policy ManagerSector: Local Authority & private sector contractsEmployment Type: 6-12-month Fixed Term Contract initiallyWorking Hours: Full-time, 37 hours; Part-time also consideredReporting to: Director of OperationsLocation: West YorkshireJob Reward: £60-70k Target Band plus excellent benefitsLocation: Flexible / Office and on-site across the West Yorkshire Region  Are you an experienced Contracts & Policy Professional? Looking to lead high-value, complex service contracts? Across public and private sectors?The Strategic Policy & Contracts Manager will be responsible for leading the management, oversight, and continuous improvement of high-value, complex service contracts across both the public and private sectors. The role will ensure that contracts are delivered to agreed service standards, financial targets, and compliance requirements, while driving innovation, efficiency, and value for money.You will act as the lead commercial advisor for strategic service contracts, supporting senior management in shaping and delivering operational strategy, stakeholder engagement, and continuous service improvement.You will have a proven record of managing large, complex service areas, leading multidisciplinary teams, and delivering major organisational change, ideally within a local authority settingLeading change controls, risk management, contract structures, performance clauses, payment and enforcement mechanisms, and structures, changes for services delivering value for moneyStrategic service contracts are delivered efficiently, on time, and within budgetHigh levels of compliance with contractual, regulatory, and statutory obligationsContinuous service improvement initiatives identified and implementedPositive, collaborative relationships with stakeholders, clients, and contractors  Key Responsibilities - Strategic Contracts & Policy Manager - Local Authority Contract Management & Compliance Lead on the strategic management of high-value service contracts across multiple sectorsEnsure compliance with contractual obligations, KPIs, SLAs, and regulatory requirementsMonitor and report on contractor performance, taking corrective action where necessaryAdvise on contract governance, risk management, and dispute resolutionDevelop and maintain robust contract management processes and documentation Financial & Commercial Management Prepare, manage, and monitor contract budgets, value for money and financial accountabilityOversee payments, invoicing, and commercial reporting to ensure alignment with contractual agreementsIdentify opportunities for cost savings, improvement, and innovation in service delivery Stakeholder & Relationship Management Act as the primary liaison between the organisation and contractors, suppliers, and stakeholdersEngage with public sector clients, regulators, and internal teams to maintain strong collaborative relationshipsRepresent the organisation in negotiations, meetings, and contract review forums Service Delivery & Performance Management Drive performance improvement across contracted services, ensuring operational delivery meets organisational objectivesDevelop performance dashboards, reports, and metrics to monitor delivery, trends, and risksSupport the integration of new services and operational processes Strategic & Organisational Contribution Contribute to organisational strategy and service planning through insight from contract managementLead initiatives for continuous improvement, transformation, and innovationProvide expert advice on contractual, commercial, and operational risks Key Requirements - Strategic Contracts & Policy Manager - Local Authority Experience in related sectors that involve Large-scale service delivery, High-value contract management, Compliance and regulation, public-facing operational services, multi-agency or political environments, such as transport, Utilities, Highways, Education, social care, Infrastructure, etc.A professional qualification in Contract Management, Project Management (APM), or Procurement is desirableExperience in strategic service contract management in the public or private sectorExperience managing high-value contracts, preferably PFI/PPP or long-term service agreements, is strongly preferredStrong knowledge of SLA/KPI frameworks, performance management, and complianceFamiliarity with commercial and legal principles governing contractsUnderstanding of public sector governance, risk, and statutory obligations is advantageousAbility to manage cross-functional teams and complex stakeholder relationshipsStrong leadership, decision-making, and negotiation skills Your experience in reviewing processes, driving efficiency, and embedding continuous improvement aligns perfectly with the expectations of overseeing a modern, high-performance local authority contract. What's on Offer? Strategic Contracts & Policy Manager - Local Authority Competitive salary and benefits package, including an exceptional pensionHybrid workingChance to make an impact on a high value high profile Contract  Candidates with experience as a Contracts Manager, Strategy Manager, Contract Services Manager, Environmental Services Contracts Manager, Public Realm Contracts Manager, Municipal Services Manager, PFI / PPP Contracts Manager, Infrastructure Contracts Manager, Civil Engineering Contract Manager, Public Infrastructure Service Policy Manager, Utilities Contracts Service Delivery Manager, Environmental Services Manager, Contracts Performance Manager, Framework Manager, will also be suitable for thios role.Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Senior Operations Manager - Highways Local AuthorityLocation: West Yorkshire (District-Based, Multi-Site)Salary: £60k - £75k Target , Exceptional Package and PensionContract: Permanent | Full-TimeSector: Highways, Local Authority, Environmental Services, Public Realm, Civil Engineering, Utilities, and Infrastructure Operations A leading UK public-sector organisation is seeking an experienced Highways Senior Operations Manager to lead large, high-profile frontline highway services across a major district. This is a senior operational leadership role with visibility at corporate, community and political levels-ideal for a proven leader in highways, civils, construction operations, environmental services, or large-scale public realm delivery.The role oversees a complex portfolio including:Highway maintenance, Public Rights of Way, Land drainage, Gully maintenance, Winter services, weather response, Operational depots, Fleet & plant with Multi-million-pound assets and budgetsYou'll lead c100+ skilled and semi-skilled frontline staff, manage a multi-functional operational depot, and take responsibility for statutory services that keep the district's network safe, open, and resilient.Key Responsibilities - Senior Operations Manager, Highways - Local Authority Lead and manage diverse multi-skilled frontline teams delivering district-wide highway, drainage, and winter maintenance operations.Oversee planned, reactive, and emergency works, ensuring safe and efficient operation.Act as Transport Manager under the organisation's Operator's Licence, managing fleet compliance and high-risk operational environmentsManage capital and revenue delivery through internal teams and contractorsEnsure full compliance with CDM, Health & Safety legislation and safe systems of workMaintain high-profile public-facing services, respond to weather events and highway emergenciesDevelop and manage multi-million-pound operational budgets, assets, and equipmentBuild strong working relationships with stakeholders, elected members, trade unions ns, and contractorsDrive service improvement, innovation, and workforce development  Key Requirements- Senior Operations Manager, Highways Significant senior operational management experience in highways, civil engineering, environmental services, construction, utilities, or large-scale public realm operationsStrong leadership of large, dispersed frontline teams and unionised workforcesIn-depth understanding of H&S, CDM, risk, compliance, and management of high-risk operational sitesProven experience managing complex operational budgets, plant, vehicles, and large-scale assetsExperience coordinating contractors and delivering large capital/revenue programmesStrong stakeholder engagement and the ability to lead in a politically aware environmentFull driving licenceDegree in Civil Engineering (or extensive equivalent experience)IOSH Managing Safely & to obtain CPC Transport Manager if requiredExperience in Highways in Utilities (Water/Gas/Power/Fibre) and Civil Engineering / Highways Contractors encouraged  Why This Role? Senior Operations Manager, Highways Lead one of the region's most high-profile, essential, and visible public services.Autonomy to shape service direction, improvement, and operational strategySignificant influence across regeneration, infrastructure, and environmental projectsManage a major operational team with meaningful community impactSenior leadership presence with political, community and multi-agency visibility  All enquiries and applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.Contact [email protected] or 0113 2123519 Public Sector / Local AuthoritiesHighway Operations, Road Maintenance, Winter Services, PROW, Fleet Management, Environmental Services, Highway Inspector, Highway Asset ManagementIndustry: Government Administration, Civil Engineering, Construction, Infrastructure, Transport / LogisticsHighway Operations, Environmental Services, Transport, Public WorksJob Functions:Operations / MaintenanceEngineering / Technical ServicesFleet / Transport ManagementCivil / Highway EngineeringYou are likely to be a Highway Operations Manager, Highways Maintenance Manager  Senior Highway Engineer, Winter Services Manager, Highways Asset Manager, Senior Civil Engineer - Roads.Principal Consultant - Highways, Construction Manager - Highway SchemesOmega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Job Title: Operations Manager - Waste LogisticsJob Location: West Yorkshire, Wakefield areaJob Reward: £60-65k Target,  applications reviewed upon experience Sector: Waste Management, Recycling, Transport, Environmental Services, Facilities ManagementOnsite and Hybrid work , commute of West Yorkshire is preferred Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract, initially 6 months, possibly 12 months Are you an experienced operations leader, a STRONG, PROVEN AND EXPERIENCED, PEOPLE MANAGER with a background in waste management, transport, supply chain logistics, recycling, logistics or facilities management?I’m recruiting a Regional Operations Manager to lead local area front-line services across waste collection, recycling and cleansing. Essentially, this is an operational leadership role, so we are looking for a proven people manager within a fast operational delivery set-up.This is a high-impact operational leadership role; you will make an immediate mark, responsible for overseeing multi-site teams in West Yorkshire, managing large workforces, and ensuring safe, efficient service delivery to residents and commercial customers.Duties & Responsibilities - Operations Manager - Waste Logistics Lead and manage large-scale waste collection, recycling and operational cleansing operations across multiple depots in the West Yorkshire area.Ensure safe, compliant and efficient service delivery across a diverse front-line operations collection and processing workforce.Drive operational performance, service improvement and resource optimisationOversee daily deployment of teams, vehicles, and equipment in a fast-paced environment.Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors, communities and external partners.Champion a positive health & safety culture and ensure compliance with all relevant regulationsContribute to long-term service planning and transformation projectsThis role is ideal for leaders who thrive in high-volume, high-visibility operational environments in supply chain, movement of products or services, on time, in full, working to regulatory requirements Requirements – Operations Manager - Waste & Logistics Proven operational management experience in environments such as waste & recycling, transport, logistics, supply chain, warehousing or local authority services, utilities, environmental services or facilities managementStrong leadership experience managing large front-line teams across multiple sites/depotsExcellent understanding of Health & Safety, compliance and risk managementExperience managing budgets, resources and operational KPIsStrong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levelsA full UK driving licence is essentialAn IOSH or NEBOSH qualification is preferredTransport CPC license is preferredExperience in trade waste, recycling or environmental services is preferredExperience working with unions and community groups is preferred Why Apply? Operations Manager - Waste& Logistics Lead essential public-facing services that make a real differenceWork across a variety of sites and communitiesOpportunity to influence service improvement and long-term strategyBe part of a supportive, collaborative operational leadership teamCompetitive salary + benefits + career development opportunities If you have strong operational leadership experience from waste, recycling, logistics, transport, environmental services, facilities management or similar sectors, we’d love to hear from you.Candidates who are an Operations Manager, Waste Recycling Manager, Cleansing Manager, Environmental Services Operations Manager, Recycling Operations Manager, Facilities Operations Manager, Transport Operations Manager, Logistics Manager or warehousing Operations Manager, may also be suitable for this role.Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Job Title: Electrical Shift Maintenance Engineer Strong Electrical bias idealShift based role Salary Package: £53,000 + Overtime and Package - £55K+ Client: Global Consumer manufacturing Company Location:  area good road network access South East York area Commutable from M62, A19, M1 , A1  Recruitment drive due to site automation, expansion and CAPEX Investment Contract Type: Permanent You will be joining a Global manufacturing leader with a huge number of sites so career development, progression, challenge reward and development are all ahead of you. The manufacturing factory site you will be joining is world-class, huge with hundreds of engineers and you will be maintaining assets that produce Global market leading consumer products that people buy every second of every day. Key Responsibilities – Electrical Shift Maintenance Engineer To service adjust and repair machinery and equipment using the necessary tools in a safe and proper manner To examine machinery and equipment and report on condition, performance, and plan of action for improvements Carry out Planned and preventative maintenance to agreed schedules Share good ideas to form mini projects to improve the plant performance including machinery modifications Qualifications & Requirements - Electrical Shift Maintenance Engineer Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrical  engineering or maintenance or similar manufacturing HND or HNC diploma in Electrical engineering Or equivalent of any of the above in electrical or mechanical fields preferably with a manufacturing background Ideally Manufacturing industry experience What we can offer to - Electrical Shift Maintenance Engineer Overtime Flexible benefits: subsidised canteen, cycle to work and more wellbeing automated site with ongoing automation projects and investment Retialer discountsMarket leading pension scheme Career Progression and development opportunities on a global scale  Candidates who are currently an Electrical Engineer, Multi-skilled Engineer, Multi-skilled Maintenance, Shift engineer, Electrical engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Multi Skilled Engineer, Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer, Shift Engineer, Packaging Engineer Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance and any equivalent background will be suitable for the role.Please call me on 07508 014441 or [email protected] for a chat….Omega Resource Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title: Days Electrical Engineer - Maintenance Job Type  Permanent, Days, Monday to friday...every fourth Friday off!Location Derby, Derby Notts border commute areaReward:  £42 - 44k target per year + OTE £48K+   comfortable NO NIGHTS! 38 hour week.Industry: Global Manufacturer  - general manufacturing environment with process, conversion and chemical treatment Monday to Friday Days plus Overtime, one friday a month off work! Work Life Balance is the attraction for this role. Our client is a large Global  manufacturer with a global footprint. It is an established site with an established LONG SERVING engineering team. Staff retention is excellent. Training, development, and support is provided on a manufacturing site. You will help the site make high-quality processed products.We have a newly created permanent vacancy is for an Electrical Bias electrical maintenance engineer to focus on all areas of the plant, process and production. Key Responsibilities – Days Electrical Engineer - Maintenance  Your new challenge will be providing effective and efficient planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance to minimise losses to production.Leading electrical and instrumentation, repair, and working with s CMMS.Diagnosis, resolution, and elimination of root causes of electrical engineering faultsDesign, trial, and implementation of minor equipment modifications in support of increased performanceCompletion of all scheduled, planned corrective, reactive and improvement maintenance as allocated.Contribute to the planning and implementation of allocated annual equipment overhauls.Qualifications & Requirements – Days Electrical EngineerApprentice trained or NVQ level 3 in an electrical engineering discipline in maintenance engineeringManufacturing Industry experiencePLC experience preferredA proactive approach to fault finding, a commitment to continuous improvement and personal development What we can offer – Days Electrical Engineer - Miantenance  Work at a world-class, established, award-winning siteAutomated facilityOpportunity for overtime and call out - voluntary only Subsidised CanteenExcellent Pension schemePrivate healthcare for everyone onsiteFree onsite parking For more information on this role, please contact Mike Butler on 0113 2123519 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] Candidates who are currently a multi-skilled engineer, electrical engineer, manufacturing engineer, electrical biased engineer, maintenance engineer, shift engineer, days electrical engineer, electrical automation engineer or electrical maintenance engineer may be suitable for this position.Omega Resource Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title: Contract Mechanical Engineer (Ltd Co) Location: Readng area Rate: £33–34 per hour (Outside IR35, Ltd Company welcome) Contract Type: 3 months ongoing initially, potential to extend Shifts: Monday to Friday – 8-hour rotating shifts The Opportunity We’re recruiting for an experienced Contract Mechanical Engineer to provide hands-on mechanical and welding support within a busy, automated production environment. This is a great opportunity to join a market-leading manufacturing business with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and reliability.You’ll play a key role in welding, fabrication, and fitting tasks, supporting production line maintenance and improvement projects while ensuring equipment uptime and performance. Key Responsibilities Carry out welding, fabrication, and mechanical fitting to support production and maintenance activities. Perform planned and reactive maintenance across production machinery, including conveyors, motors, and drives. Support heavy plant and automated systems, including pneumatics, hydraulics, and robotic handling equipment. Attend to breakdowns promptly, delivering fast, safe, and effective mechanical repairs. Assist in modification and improvement projects on process lines and production equipment. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring reliability and performance targets are achieved. Maintain safe working practices and uphold engineering standards across all tasks. Qualifications & Requirements Time-served apprentice or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. Strong experience in welding (MIG/TIG/Arc), fabrication, and mechanical fitting. Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment – ideally with conveyors, motors, drives, or heavy plant. Ability to read engineering drawings and work independently on maintenance or modification projects. A proactive, problem-solving approach and commitment to continuous improvement. Computer literate with a good understanding of maintenance reporting systems. What’s on Offer Competitive £33–35 per hour rate (Outside IR35) Monday–Friday, 8-hour rotating shifts Opportunity to work at a well-invested, award-winning site Free onsite parking and modern facilities Chance to contribute to high-profile production projects For more information, contact Mike Butler at Techsearch on 0113 212 3519 or email [email protected] with backgrounds as a Contract Mechanical Fitter, Welder/Fabricator, Multi-Skilled Engineer, Plant Engineer, or Maintenance Engineer will be well-suited to this position.Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.