14 jobs found in Leyland

A great opportunity for experienced gardeners/grounds maintenance operatives looking for work in Preston. The work we have is for a well-respected local authority who have a reputation for investing in hard-workers, so it's an ideal chance for anyone looking for something consistent and long-term. The job would involve maintaining nature reserves, gardens, and green spaces. You'd carry out maintenance of plant stock including the application of chemical herbicides/insecticides and driving Parks Vehicles when required. Other maintenance would involve litter-picking, bin emptying, shrub pruning, etc. Job Details Start Date: ASAP Pay Rate: £17.52 Hours: 37 per week Location: Avenham Park, Lancashire Requirements: - Full UK Driving License - Experience in gardening and/or grounds maintenance - PA1/PA6 licenses (ideal) If you are interested in becoming part of an highly reputable maintenance team, please call Daniel at Think Property Services on (phone number removed) and email...

Questech Automotive Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a well-respected client for an experienced HGV Technician to work in a in a large sized Fleet Maintenance workshop located in Preston. THE ROLE: You will be an apprentice trained, fully qualified HGV Technician and have experience working with a variety of light commercial and HGV vehicles. THE DUTIES: * Carrying out Service, Maintenance and Repair of a mixed fleet of vehicles. * Diagnosing faults. * Carrying out 6 weekly inspections. THE HOURS: You will work work Monday to Friday 6:00am - 2:00pm or 2.00pm - 10.00pm. THE RATE OF PAY: You will earn an hourly rate of between £24 - £30 (Depending on experience. If you believe that you are the perfect candidate for the role, please apply today or contact Scott Jackson for more information on (phone number removed)

We are currently recruiting Machine Operators to join a well-established plastics manufacturing company in Blackburn. This is an excellent opportunity to secure long-term employment within a supportive and growing organisation. Pay Rate: £12.69 per hour (subject to increase from April) Hours: Continental Shift Pattern – 12-hour shifts (6:00am–6:00pm / 6:00pm–6:00am) Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday (60 hours) Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday (24 hours) Rotating: 2 weeks days / 2 weeks nights Key Responsibilities: * Operate blow and injection moulding machinery * Carry out quality checks on finished products * Record production data, including parts, rejects, and weights * Maintain a clean and safe working environment * Ensure smooth handovers between shifts Requirements: * Previous manufacturing or machine operating experience is advantageous but not essential as full training will be provided * Good understanding of health and safety...

We are currently recruiting UPVC Windows & Doors Fabricators on behalf of a well-established manufacturing company based in Wigan area. Job Type: Full-Time, Ongoing Work Working Hours: * Monday to Friday * 6:00am – 3:00pm Pay Rate: * £13.50 per hour Key Responsibilities: * Fabrication and assembly of UPVC windows and doors * Operating fabrication machinery and hand tools * Measuring, cutting, and fitting window and door components * Quality checking finished products * Working to production targets * Maintaining a clean and safe working environment Requirements: * Previous UPVC fabrication or window/door manufacturing experience preferred * Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment * Good attention to detail * Ability to work as part of a team * Reliable and punctual What We Offer: * Weekly pay * Competitive hourly rate * Friendly team environment * Opportunity for long-term employment This is a great...

Job Title: Repair & Maintenance Operative Hours: rotating shifts of 6am-2pm/ 2pm-10pm Pay Rate: £12.71 Shift: Monday-Friday (weekend work available) Contract: Temp- Perm Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and kickstart a career within a great company! We have a fantastic opportunity for a Repair & Maintenance Operative to join our client's team in Wigan on a temporary to permanent basis. No experience is required, and you can start as soon as possible! Responsibilities: Carry out repairs and maintenance tasks according to the company's guidelines and standards. Conduct regular inspections to identify any potential issues and address them promptly. Perform preventative maintenance to ensure the smooth operation of facilities and equipment. Maintain accurate records of completed tasks and report any unresolved issues to the supervisor. Work collaboratively with the team to ensure timely completion of repair and maintenance projects....

Job Title: General Machine Operator Location: Westhoughton Hours: Mon-Fri 6am-2:30pm Reference: ASPLIV Job Summary We are seeking a dependable General Machine Operator to support our production team. This role involves operating pre-set machinery, monitoring production processes, and ensuring consistent quality output in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Operate machinery that has been pre-set by skilled technicians or setters Load and unload materials and components into machines Monitor machines to ensure smooth and continuous production Identify and report faults, stoppages, or quality issues Carry out basic visual quality checks on finished products Assist with packing, labelling, and moving finished goods Maintain a clean, organised, and safe work area Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies Requirements & Qualifications Previous experience working in a manufacturing or shop floor environment preferred FLT (Forklift...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton, Lancashire is currently looking to recruit a Production / Manufacturing Controller subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.  This role is ideally looking for a candidate with a strong Lineside Production background.       The department welcomes applications from candidates who may currently hold titles such as Production Controller, Production Coordinator, Material Controller, Production Planner, Manufacturing Coordinator or Shop Floor Controller etc. Candidates with experience supporting shop floor operations, managing production orders, controlling materials or Work in Progress (WIP), and working closely with manufacturing teams to ensure materials are available to support production schedules are particularly encouraged to apply.   Hourly Rate: £24.78ph, after 12 weeks the rate increases to £26.12ph.  Overtime hours (over 37 hours) are at normal hourly rate plus 50% Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week, are...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit 2x General Operative’s with very strong Soldering experience an initial 12 month contract.  This position will specifically require experience with strong soldering or Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) or PCB Assembly experience.  Any prior microelectronics experience would be great, i.e. soldering under a microscope.  You will also need experience working within a manufacturing environment. Hourly Rate: £24.78ph, after 12 weeks the rate increases to £26.12ph.  Overtime hours (over 37 hours) are at normal hourly rate plus 50% Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Job Spec: The General Operator will be responsible for the carrying out of manufacturing and self-certification tasks within the deployed business, in accordance with product certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, allocated budgets and timescales to meet project objectives....

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton, Lancashire is currently looking to recruit 2x Manufacturing Controller subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract.   This role requires someone with Stores experience within a manufacturing environment.    Hourly Rate: £24.78ph, after 12 weeks the rate increases to £26.12ph.  Overtime hours (over 37 hours) are at normal hourly rate plus 50% Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week, are worked at the Overtime rate of time and a half.   Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Manufacturing Controller Job Description: The Manufacturing Controller role will involve issue, receipt and management of stores and inventory in a stores environment. Loading, control and monitoring of work packages in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities: Stock control / storekeeping including shelf life control. Loading the manufacturing cells with the requisite jobs in accordance with...

Electrical Calibration Operator 12 Month Bolton £21.12 rising to £22.12 PAYE (£28.35 rising to £29.70 Umbrella) Role Purpose As a valued member of the Manufacturing function, the Electrical Calibration Operator is responsible for the routine calibration, maintenance, and repair of both Special To Type Test Equipment (STTE) and Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) equipment. This role ensures all test and measurement instruments are compliant with proprietary procedures and company standards to maintain operational traceability.   Key Responsibilities Perform initial and routine calibration, maintenance, and repair of a wide range of electrical test and measurement equipment (e.g., Power Supplies, Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, and Function Generators). Carry out in-service inspection and testing of electrical equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation within the factory environment. Ensure factory-specific and proprietary measuring equipment is maintained strictly in accordance with...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit an Electrical Wiring Operator on an initial 12 month contract and then ongoing and long-term thereafter.   Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing thereafter) Hourly Rate: Hourly Rate: £28.35ph for the first 12 weeks and then £29.70 after week 12 (Umbrella).  Overtime Rates of 'time and a half' for all hours worked over 37 hours per week.   Electrical Wiring Operator Job Description: An exciting opportunity for a Skilled Electrical Wiring Operator to join our Calibration and Maintenance team for a 12-month period in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive Manufacturing environment. We are seeking a Skilled Wire Operator to join our Calibration & Maintenance Team, to fault diagnose and repair bespoke cabling to drawing specifications. Fault finding and subsequent repair of cable assemblies. Carry out surface mount repair on CCAs. Maintain and repair test/measuring equipment to...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a General Operative (Microelectronics / Soldering) on an initial 12 month contract.  This position will specifically require experience with strong soldering experience.  Any prior microelectronics experience would be great, i.e. soldering under a microscope.  You will also need experience working within a manufacturing environment. There are 3 positions working on standard days and 1 position working nights.   Hourly Rate: £24.78ph, after 12 weeks the rate increases to £26.12ph.  Overtime hours (over 37 hours) are at normal hourly rate plus 50% Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Job Spec: The General Operator will be responsible for the carrying out of manufacturing and self-certification tasks within the deployed business, in accordance with product certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, allocated budgets and timescales to meet...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton, Lancashire is currently looking to recruit a Manufacturing Controller subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. This role requires someone with Stores experience within a manufacturing environment.  Hourly Rate: £24.78ph, after 12 weeks the rate increases to £26.12ph.  Overtime hours (over 37 hours) are at normal hourly rate plus 50% Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week, are worked at the Overtime rate of time and a half.   Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Manufacturing Controller Job Description: The Manufacturing Controller role will involve issue, receipt and management of stores and inventory in a stores environment. Loading, control and monitoring of work packages in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities: Stock control / storekeeping including shelf life control. Loading the manufacturing cells with the requisite jobs in accordance...

Job Title: Production Leader Location: Merseyside Salary: £48,000 – £50,000 + Benefits Working Hours: Monday – Friday, Days About the Role We are seeking an experienced and driven Production Leader to join a highly regulated chemical manufacturing business based in Merseyside. This is a key leadership position responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant production operations while driving continuous improvement across the site. You will play a hands-on operational role, leading from the front while developing both processes and people. This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to join a business that genuinely values its employees, supports personal development, and offers clear pathways for career progression. Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage a team of 3 direct reports and approximately 30 indirect reports within production and operations. * Take ownership of day-to-day production activities, ensuring targets are met safely, efficiently, and in line...