Zenith People, the friendly and professional recruitment agency
- Collaborate with the Sales, Marketing and support teams to ensure alignment on shared business goals and targets
- Develop and implement strategies to streamline revenue-generating processes.
- Improving operational efficiencies by analysing processes across various departments
- Oversee data and systems administration and support data quality, analysis, and reporting improvement
- Assisting in developing a clear roadmap and execute projects that optimise revenue generation, as well as overall profitability.
- Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in revenue operations to continuously improve processes and drive innovation.
- Analyse the customer journey from lead acquisition to retention to identify opportunities for improvement and optimize revenue generation at each stage.
- Proven experience in a similar Revenue/Sales operations role
- A strategic thinker with a detail-oriented approach and a strong focus on results
- Experience managing cross-functional projects
- Excellent analytical skills and data-driven approach to problem solving
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Job Features
Job Category | Commercial |
Salary | £70,000 |
- Responsible for the installation and electrical wiring of Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP) on domestic properties.
- Willing to travel around Hereford, Birmingham and Luton for various projects.
- Conducting site assessments.
- Install all necessary components in line with manufacturer guidelines and industry best practices.
- Wire and commission systems efficiently.
- Diagnose electrical faults and repair any issues.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Must be a fully qualified electrician with NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
- 18th edition qualification.
- Strong electrical installation and maintenance knowledge.
- 2391 Test and Inspection.
- BPEC Solar PV or equivalent.
- Company van + fuel card supplied.
- Company pension.
- Death in service.
- 30 days annual leave.
Job Features
Job Category | Construction |
Salary | £36,400 |
- Work as part of a team installing Cavity/loft insulation, internal wall insulation and room in roof into domestic properties.
- Measure and cut insulation materials to fit specific areas.
- Seal gaps and cracks with insulation materials.
- Apply insulation materials using various techniques such as stapling, taping, or gluing.
- Complete all relevant paperwork correctly.
- Strictly adhere to all Health & Safety procedures
- Work is located mainly in the North East and North West, however the team MUST be willing to travel and stay away when required.
- Must have joinery or plastering experience and ideally be multi skilled.
- NVQ in IWI/RIR is essential.
- Must have a full UK Driving License.
- You will need to have good manual dexterity as you will be required to work outside, work at height and in confined spaces.
- Previous experience as an insulator or in a related field is essential.
- Knowledge of different types of insulation materials and their applications.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints or specifications.
- Working away allowance.
- Accommodation will be provided.
Job Features
Job Category | Construction |
Rate: | £150-£170 per day |
- Attending boiler breakdowns.
- Fault finding and repairs.
- Install or repair heating system pipe work.
- Give customers advice about gas safety and energy efficiency.
- Undertake works in accordance with current Gas Safety Regulations, H&S regulations.
- Prepare and maintain records of completed work.
- Must have ACS Gas Qualifications.
- Full UK driving license.
- Must hold a valid right to work in the UK.
- Must have a very high standard of work and be able to think for themselves.
- Must have a good attitude and be comfortable dealing with customers.
- Electrical knowledge essential, including wiring and fault finding on S-plan, Y-plan and combination systems and boilers.
- Be flexible, responsive and proactive towards workloads.
- Repair experience essential.
- Must be confident and have good written and verbal communication skills.
- Competitive salary
- Company van & fuel card
- Company pension scheme
- On site parking
- 30 days annual leave plus additional incentive days.
Job Features
Job Category | Construction |
Salary | £31,500 |
- Liaise with Trade Compliance/Finance and Legal Departments to ensure documentation is compliant for Export/EU regulations (post Brexit).
- Create/manage bookings with hauliers to ensure goods are delivered on time.
- Negotiate rates to minimise shipping costs, achieving planned delivery dates.
- Liaise with Customer Service Department to resolve order issues/requests.
- Co-ordinate all goods to Offsite Storage facilities.
- Manage warehouse consumables.
- Manage orders in SAP to allow C/S to amend/cancel orders when needed.
- Resolve issues during completion stage to enable orders to Group Ship.
- Liaise with IT/ resolve any issues with systems.
- Manage supply lanes to ship directly to customer in APAC.
- Manage agents/carriers/hauliers to ensure traffic handled correctly.
- Co-ordinate RMA’s from UK/EU/RoW (EU via D1) providing Customs Docs.
- Internal processing of RMA’s to allow C/S team to issue corrective instructions.
- Liaise with partners co-ordinating/managing STO shipments.
- Ensure all records are kept up to date for audits.
- Extensive Freight Forwarding knowledge, post Brexit
- Good communication skills
- Numerate and analytical.
- Good mainframe & PC skills.
- Customer Orientated.
- Good attention to detail & time management
- Flexibility, Willing to learn
Job Features
Job Category | Commercial |
Salary | £27,000 |
- Working within domestic properties you will be responsible for diagnostics and servicing of heating systems.
- Providing quotes for customers, discussing parts and cover options.
- Attending emergency call outs and making appliances or systems safe.
- Undertake works in accordance with current Gas Safety Regulations, H&S regulations.
- Prepare and maintain records of completed work.
- Working within domestic properties across the North East.
- Must have ACS Gas Qualifications.
- Full UK driving license.
- Must hold a valid right to work in the UK.
- Must have a very high standard of work and be able to think for themselves.
- Must have a good attitude and be comfortable dealing with customers.
- Electrical knowledge essential, including wiring and fault finding on S-plan, Y-plan and combination systems and boilers.
- Be flexible, responsive and proactive towards workloads.
- Repair experience essential.
- Must be confident and have good written and verbal communication skills.
- Competitive salary
- Company van & fuel card
- Company pension scheme
- On site parking
- 30 days annual leave plus additional incentive days.
Job Features
Job Category | Construction |
Salary | £26,250 |
- Define targets
- Manage and develop the QHSE team as a whole
- Work with various departments across the business to ensure all product, process and legal requirements are defined and met.
- Improve and maintain the company’s Quality Management System (QMS), procedures.
- Define the company’s audit programme
- Drive continuous improvement to remove errors, reduce scrap and solve customer
- Define and support the company’s external Supply Chain requirements regarding product quality to meet the above.
- Ensure that all equipment is calibrated and optimised for use whilst effectively managing customer returns and all non-conformances
- Reporting of quality metrics from shopfloor to Board level.
- Develop the relevant quality tools
- To undertake any other duties appropriate to the level of the post, as required.
- Educated to degree level in an Engineering discipline.
- Certified Lead Auditor ISO9001: 2015 • IOSH Level 3
- At least 5 years’ experience in a Senior QA role in a Manufacturing /Engineering business.
- Thorough knowledge and experience in the implementation and maintenance of core quality tools: PFLOW, PFMEA, CPLAN, DFMEA, SPC, MSA, PPAP & APQP.
- Proven experience in driving continuous quality improvement and creating an advanced quality culture through improvement techniques such as Kaizen & 6 Sigma.
- Demonstrable customer relation skills
- Proven ability to train others in APQP (SPC, MSA, FMEA, PPAP).
- Experience of Developing a business level QMS system
- IEMA Certificate in Environmental Management.
- NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Safety & Health.
- Educated to master’s degree level. Six sigma Black Belt certification.
- 5 years’ experience of QHSE Manager working with IATF 16949:2016
- Experience and competencies in hazard Identification, risk management and compliance management.
- Certified COSHH assessment officer.
- Background knowledge & experience in: PUWER, LOLER, Fire Safety, Safe Systems of Work, EHS Auditing & Inspections, solid understanding of Legal Regulations & Standards Register.
- ISO14001 Management System.
- ISO45001 Management System.
- Detailed, current knowledge and application of black belt tools.
- Ability to support multiple projects at a given time.
- Knowledge / experience in using Minitab, VBa and Power B
Job Features
Job Category | Engineering and Manufacturing |
Salary | £50,000 - £60,000 |
- React quickly to breakdowns on site
- Resolve any technical issues with plant machinery
- Perform Planned Preventative Maintenance
- Comply with quality standards and Health and Safety regulations
- Fault find on various types of machinery, including PLC’s
- Work under minimal supervision
- Prioritise work load to ensure the smooth running of the production line.
- Excellent fault finding and problem solving skills are essential
- Good communication and team playing skills are necessary
- Must be able to work alone as well as within a team.
- Must be fully time served.
- Must have previous high volume, fast moving manufacturing experience.
Job Features
Job Category | Engineering and Manufacturing |
Salary | £53,500 |
- Achieve Monthly Revenue targets as set by the business.
- Represent the client and gain an understanding on how our solutions could meet organisations needs across all vertical sectors.
- Manage and maintain a pipeline of interested prospects through to closing the business.
- Identify prospect's needs and suggest appropriate products/services.
- Build long-term trusting relationships with prospects to qualify leads as sales opportunities.
- Set up and deliver product demonstration meetings with prospective customers
- Meet with clients face to face or over the phone
- Meeting existing and potential clients and building positive relationships
- Work closely with the technical teams to ensure customer satisfaction and ongoing retention.
- Proven experience within Business Development roles/s.
- A history of exceeding sales targets.
- A natural relationship builder confident in prospecting at senior levels within customer businesses.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written communication
- Demonstrated ability to work solo as well as being a productive team member,
- Have a strong work ethic and a genuine desire to exceed targets.
- Proven creative problem-solving approach and strong analytical skills.
Job Features
Job Category | Commercial |
Salary | £45,000 - £50,000 + Bonus |
- Helping the management team in delivering an efficient service to the employees and Directors.
- Handling inquiries into the HR department and managing them appropriately.
- Handling disciplinary and grievance cases.
- Monitoring absence and attendance in the workplace
- Maintain and update employee records.
- Monitoring annual leave in the workplace
- Developing HR administration processes that will help the business achieve key objectives.
- Coordinate hiring activities, including job advertisements, candidate screening, interviews, and offer letters.
- Ensure smooth induction for new employees, ensuring adherence to company policies and legal requirements.
- Supporting the business in producing HR letters; documents for internal and external use, providing administration in support of generalist HR activity and presentations.
- Assisting with the evaluation of HR Policies and Procedures.
- Identify training needs and arrange relevant workshops or programs.
- Working with managers to create individual development plans.
- Supporting the finance department with payroll queries and clock in’s
- Ability to build rapport and trust with a supportive relationship to employees.
- Excellent communication skills and be confident in communicating with people face to face, over the phone, and by email.
- Be able to show your initiative to solve problems.
- Excellent IT skills, including working knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Demonstrate discretion when dealing with confidential information.
- CIPD Level 3 (or be willing to work towards)
- Knowledge of employment law
Job Features
Job Category | Commercial |
Salary | £25,000 - £30,000 |
- Working across the North West of England on a large ECO project.
- Conducting Cavity Wall Insulation Surveys.
- Carrying out loft Insulation Surveys.
- Drilling external walls to check cavities for insulation.
- Accessing loft area checking depth, adequate ventilation and condition.
- Completing Condition Reports.
- Representing the business in a professional manner and delivering excellent customer service to all customers.
- Ensuring relevant documentation and reports are completed.
- Must have proven experience as a Retrofit Assessor working on Cavity Wall and Loft Insulation.
- Must be registered with ECMK.
- Must have relevant DEA and Retrofit qualifications.
- Full UK driving license is essential for this role.
- Must have good customer service skills.
- Company Van
- Fuel Card
- Company pension
Job Features
Job Category | Construction |
Salary: | £30,000 |
Reporting into the Engineering Manager, the main purpose of the role is to lead a maintenance function to sustain the required levels of production and shipping across the business, whilst operating with a strong focus on continuous improvement and maintaining company standards, working alongside Operations Managers, Manufacturing Engineers, and the Production Operators with the aim of increasing productivity and quality whilst reducing costs, this is a hands on role and will require a certain amount of planned and preventative maintenance. You will lead and develop a Team of Multi Skilled Maintenance Technicians who currently work over a 24/7 operation. This is a Day Shift Role. In addition you will also be responsible for the maintenance and repair of facilities systems such as HVAC, electrical, compressed air and water.
The person we're looking for:
- Educated to Degree level or equivalent in Engineering Field.
- Multi-skilled
- Time served apprenticeship
- IEE 18 th Edition Certificate
- Robotics and automation experience.
If you are an experienced Maintenance Manager with exposure to working in Fast Moving, High- Volume Manufacturing and a background in Electrical Engineering and would like to be considered for this role please click apply now.
Job Features
Job Category | Engineering and Manufacturing |
Salary | £50,000 - £55,000 |
Zenith People are working with our client who are looking to recruit an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer on a permanent basis.
The Main Purpose of the role is to support product R&D, New Business Opportunities and all business Mechanical Design and Drawing Office controls. Working alongside the supply chain, manufacturing and quality teams the role will contribute to the continuous improvement of quality whilst increasing output and delivering lower overall cost.
The role responsibilities:
- Value Analysis existing products, processes and suppliers to support operational goals.
- Value Engineering new products, processes and suppliers to meet product road-map requirements.
- Project manage a number of tasks/activities to achieve objectives.
- Design and optimise to legislative, customer specification and business scope.
- Teardown, prototyping, test, evaluation and reporting.
- CAD/solid-modelling, CFD and FEA. • DFMEA.
- Capability study, tolerance analysis and gauge R&R.
- Geometric tolerancing and tooling.
- Robust drawing office management; ownership of change control; phase-in/phase-out planning.
- Ensure all Health & Safety Policies are adhered to. Other duties and responsibilities:
- Provide product technical resource to the business.
- Undertake any tasks or duties applicable to the role as required.
The person we're looking for:
- BSc or BEng in Mechanical, Electronics, Manufacturing, Materials Technology or Science discipline.
- Knowledge associated with assembly processes such as welding; robotic handling; calibration systems and metrology.
- Ability to plan, manage and execute multiple projects simultaneously whilst maintaining priorities.
- Ability to identify opportunities for improvement and implement change.
- A positive outlook with the ability to work under pressure and to work flexibly to meet business requirements.
By applying for this opportunity, you agree that Zenith People Ltd may share your details with the end client at the shortlist stage. If you have the relevant skills and the drive to enhance your career, we would love to speak with you. Apply now or give us a call – 0191 428 6444.
Job Features
Job Category | Engineering and Manufacturing |
Salary | £50,000 Depending Upon Experience |
- Represent engineering department in all aspects from initial project phase to mass production
- Leading the development of a manufacturing area, working within a multi-disciplined team
- Develop processes from design to integration and implementation, attending design reviews and working with equipment suppliers.
- The successful candidates will have a broad-based experience in manufacturing and be able to demonstrate proven skills in the application of process engineering.
- The job will involve working as an integral part of a multi-discipline cross functional team and require skills in the following areas:
- Set & Measure process performance which are class leading, challenging but achievable.
- Agree quality strategies to achieve KPI and quality targets
- Provide / Approve the process engineering documentation necessary to allow standard operations to be followed at all stages of production
- Planning, Schedule Control & Project Management
- Procurement of production facilities & processes
- Must be able to demonstrate the ability to maintain a safe working environment
- Good inter-communication & report writing skills
- Computer literate, MS project, Excel etc.
- Able to demonstrate a positive and logical attitude
- Good negotiation skills
- Planning, Schedule Control & Project Management
- The capacity to quickly learn and absorb new technologies
- Technical Degree / Certificate or equivalent
Job Features
Job Category | Engineering and Manufacturing |
Salary | £Competitive Salary |
- Actively support the Company’s goal to ‘create a zero-injury environment’ and adhere to health and safety requirements
- Encouraging all site employees to report close calls/near misses
- Participating in Company safety improvement activities
- Assisting in the installation of machinery and equipment
- Fault finding, diagnosis and repair of a range of equipment, including PLC
- Analysis and resolution of electrical and mechanical faults and repairs
- Timely response to equipment breakdowns and completion of equipment repairs
- Carrying out planned preventative maintenance on a range of winders, conveyors and robots in accordance with manufacturers recommendations and Industry/Company practices
- Accurately recording and communicating maintenance information
- Effective involvement in continuous improvement activities to achieve results
- Ability to provide and co-ordinate engineering project support
- Taking an active involvement in operational improvements, both systems and plant
- Ability to read and understand Technical drawings
- Knowledge of computer based maintenance/breakdown recording systems
Job Features
Job Category | Engineering and Manufacturing |
Salary | £40,900 Including Shift Allowance |
Hi! We’re Zenith People, a friendly and professional recruitment agency. We possess over 20 years of experience connecting people with business. That means we help businesses grow and people realise their career ambitions. So, we will support you if you’re working for a business needing recruitment services. If you’re a person looking for a new start, we’re here to help.
Not to mention, we do both without any smoke and mirrors. Zenith People listen, and we produce because we believe in our personal and proven approach. Our recruitment consultants are experts and have in-depth knowledge of the North East recruitment market.
We use that insight to deliver tailored solutions for temporary and permanent recruitment.
And we do it across the Engineering, Manufacturing, IT, Construction and Commercial sectors. Zenith works with a fantastic range of businesses that vary in size and culture and value true partnerships.
We’re located in Hebburn, just a few miles from Newcastle; if you need recruitment assistance, we’d love to help.
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IT Recruitment
“Zenith People have been a breath of fresh air in the IT recruitment arena in the North East. They are a real pleasure to deal with, helpful, supportive, get results for us, and at the same time is not annoyingly pushy and appreciates we have day jobs to do as well as recruitment. Their support of the regional IT sector is first class. Their passion and commitment to enabling the region to be successful in filling the IT digital skills gap are so refreshing to see. Their consultants get that collaboration in the current digital climate is paramount to success for the industry as a whole. I would class Zenith People as a partner, not just one of our suppliers.”
Michelle Crosby
Engineering and Manufacturing Recruitment
“I have worked with Zenith People since the business started way back in 2001 and have always had a strong relationship with the team. They understand the North East candidate market extremely well, enabling them to provide the best advice and guidance around recruitment. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them as your recruitment agency.”
Lee Selkirk
Construction & Commercial Recruitment
“We have been working with Zenith People now for over two years, and they have provided us with a range of services, including the recruitment of Trades, IT, Administration & Customer Support, HR and Technical staff. They have also provided apprenticeship training, leadership and management workshops and other staff training programmes where required. During that time, we have found them to be a reliable and consultative partner who provide a value-adding service that holds our business objectives and interests at heart. They are interested in what is best for our business and want to work together to help us successfully deliver our business strategy.”
Phil Pallister
Commercial & IT Recruitment
“Zenith People is a brilliant example of what a true partner looks like – highly responsive, behaves like one of your team and incredibly professional. The value they have added ranges from helping us specify what skills and expertise we need right through to rapidly scaling our operations. We wouldn’t hesitate in recommending them as a recruitment partner.”
Nicki Clarke
Engineering and Manufacturing Recruitment
Faurecia Washington plant has been working in partnership with Zenith People since 2001. Zenith People are our preferred recruitment agency to supply temporary agency workers for our production and logistics operations. We have always found that Zenith People work with the business to find solutions and will go the extra mile to ensure a first-class service.
Diane Cartmell
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