Position: Warehouse Operative Salary: 12.71 - 14.24 per hour Location: Kempston Proactive currently have an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse Operative to begin work for a leading manufacturing and production business in Kempston. Due to rapid company expansion and an ever growing order book, our client is hoping to recruit at least one additional Warehouse Operative to help ensure the quality and accuracy of the Site's function is well maintained throughout this new and excited influx of work. You will be responsible for: Key Responsibilities: Booking in and out of goods/materials Accurately packing and shipping of orders Identify stock that is in the wrong location and escalate as required ensure stock levels are controlled throughout the operation Picking items for production Loading and unloading manually Key Skills/Experience: Previous warehousing experience preferably within manufacturing Happy with physical/manual based work Attention to...

Position: Dispatch Operative Salary: 13.20 - 14.88 per hour Location: Kempston Proactive currently have an exciting opportunity for a Dispatch Operative to begin work for a leading manufacturing and production business in Kempston. Due to rapid company expansion and an ever growing order book, our client is hoping to recruit at least one additional Dispatch Operative to help ensure the quality and accuracy of the Site's function is well maintained throughout this new and excited influx of work. You will be responsible for: Key Responsibilities: Booking in and out of goods/materials Dispatch and logistics administration Accurately packing and shipping of orders Identify stock that is in the wrong location and escalate as required ensure stock levels are controlled throughout the operation Picking items for production Loading and unloading manually Key Skills/Experience: Previous dispatch/logistics experience preferably within manufacturing Happy with...

Position: Electro Mechanical Assembler Location: Kempston Proactive are currently working with a client who are a market leader in their field based in Kempston. The client are currently in need of a Electro Mechanical Assembler. The need is due to rapid company growth, the successful candidate will be joining a thriving business and be helping maintain the site's function through this exciting influx of work. Your daily duties will include: Read and interpret technical drawings, wiring schematics and follow PIO instructions to ensure correct assembly and wiring. Operate electrical test equipment to ensure systems function correctly and safely. Work with systems in hybrid and electric units, ensuring safe handling and integration. Ensure all work meets quality standards and is completed within production schedules. Report all issues and non-conformance to Team Leader / Supervisor. Operate overhead cranes and other lifting equipment as required. React to...

Job Title: Health & Safety Advisor Location: Bedford Sector: Residential Groundworks Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) + Car Allowance + Benefits About Us We are a well-established and growing residential groundworks contractor delivering high-quality infrastructure and groundwork packages for leading housebuilders across the region. With a strong pipeline of projects and a reputation for safety, quality, and reliability, we are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to support our operational teams and help maintain our excellent safety standards. The Role As Health & Safety Advisor, you will play a key role in promoting a positive health and safety culture across multiple residential groundworks sites. You will work closely with site managers, supervisors, and operatives to ensure compliance with current legislation and company policies. This is a hands-on, site-focused role suited to...

Night Shift Train Cleaner Bedford Train Depot £14.80 per hour, plus enhanced overtime rates Initial 6-month contract with potential to go permanent Step into a hands-on role where your effort is valued, your work is seen, and your career can grow! The Role and About You: This is your opportunity to play a key role in keeping the railway moving by joining us as a Night Shift Train Cleaner at Bedford Depot. In this role, you will ensure trains are spotless, safe, and ready to welcome thousands of passengers each morning. Working nights from midnight until 7:00 am, Monday to Friday, you will be part of a dedicated team that transforms trains overnight. Weekend overtime shifts may also be available (20:00pm 04:00am or 22:00pm 06:00am). Every shift delivers visible results, with your work making a direct impact on passenger comfort and safety. This is a practical, hands-on role where you will carry out the meticulous hand-bashing process, using brushes, mops, and specialist...

Welder Bedford Location: Bedford Contract: Non stop ongoing contract and temp to permanent (like a permanent role) Shift: Monday to Friday, days Welding: Must have TIG - ideally some fabrication Can be paid PAYE, Umbrella or Limited Company - Good rates We are currently recruiting for a Welder to join a busy manufacturing facility in Bedford on an ongoing contract. This is a hands-on, maintenance-focused role rather than a traditional fabrication position. You will be responsible for carrying out repairs, modifications and fabrication work around the site, helping to keep equipment, machinery and site infrastructure operating safely and effectively. The Role As a Welder, you will be involved in: Carrying out TIG welding and some fabrication repairs around the manufacturing site Repairing and modifying existing machinery, equipment and structures Carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance-related work TIG welding to a high standard Working...

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer Bedford 55,000 Panama Shift - Days & Nights A Bedford-based process plant is looking for two multi-skilled Maintenance Engineers to join its engineering team. This is a machinery-heavy manufacturing environment, suited to an engineer with strong fault-finding, breakdown and planned maintenance experience. The role Reactive and planned maintenance across production machinery Electrical and mechanical fault-finding Supporting continuous improvement and site reliability Working closely with production to minimise downtime What we're looking for Multi-skilled maintenance engineering experience Mechanical or electrical bias considered Background in manufacturing, processing, packaging, FMCG or another machinery-intensive environment Confident working on both breakdowns and preventative maintenance Package Salary: circa 55,000 Panama shift pattern, rotating days and nights: Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday...

Welder Bedford Location: Bedford Contract: Non stop ongoing contract and temp to permanent (like a permanent role) Shift: Monday to Friday, days Welding: Must have TIG - some fabrication Can be paid PAYE, Umbrella or Limited Company We are currently recruiting for a Welder to join a busy manufacturing facility in Bedford on an ongoing contract. This is a hands-on, maintenance-focused role rather than a traditional fabrication position. You will be responsible for carrying out repairs, modifications and fabrication work around the site, helping to keep equipment, machinery and site infrastructure operating safely and effectively. The Role As a Welder, you will be involved in: Carrying out TIG welding and some fabrication repairs around the manufacturing site Repairing and modifying existing machinery, equipment and structures Carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance-related work TIG welding to a high standard Working alongside the engineering...

A well established (40 years+) and stable building and civil engineering business is looking for an ambitious Financial Controller to join their team in Northamptonshire. Possessing proven business acumen and commercialism, this is a genuine opportunity for you to make your mark on a business and will offer you a clear route to becoming a Finance Director in the future. BASIC SALARY: Up to £90,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Pension Healthcare DIS x 3 25 Days Holiday + Stats LOCATION: Northamptonshire COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Northampton, Milton Keynes, Bedford, Coventry, Leicester, Peterborough, Cambridge JOB DESCRIPTION: Financial Controller - Building Services , Civil Engineering, Construction The successful candidate will aspire to move into an organisation with aggressive growth expectations, where their insights and work can genuinely impact the progress of the business. This is a commercial finance role and will include exposure to both external and...

We are looking for a Business Development Manager with experience selling engineered products, capital equipment or technical solutions into industrial or process environments. BASIC SALARY: Up to £55,000 BENEFITS: Annual bonus linked to business growth Pension 23 days annual leave LOCATION: This is a hybrid role. You must be commutable to our office in Hertfordshire. COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Luton, Stevenage, Bedford, Cambridge, St Albans, Milton Keynes, Hemel Hempstead, Northampton, Hitchin JOB DESCRIPTION: Technical Sales Manager, Business Development Manager - Water Treatment, Process Equipment As our Business Development Manager, you will take responsibility for developing existing customers, identifying further opportunities and generating new business where there is a clear fit for our solutions. Initially, the split will be approximately 70% new business and 30% account management. You will be selling technically engineered water treatment and...

A well established (40 years+) and stable building and civil engineering business is looking for an ambitious Financial Controller to join their team in Northamptonshire. Possessing proven business acumen and commercialism, this is a genuine opportunity for you to make your mark on a business and will offer you a clear route to becoming a Finance Director in the future. BASIC SALARY: Up to £90,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Pension Healthcare DIS x 3 25 Days Holiday + Stats LOCATION: Northamptonshire COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Northampton, Milton Keynes, Bedford, Coventry, Leicester, Peterborough, Cambridge JOB DESCRIPTION: Financial Controller - Building Services , Civil Engineering, Construction The successful candidate will aspire to move into an organisation with aggressive growth expectations, where their insights and work can genuinely impact the progress of the business. This is a commercial finance role and will include exposure to both external and...

Our Bedford-based client is currently seeking Electronics Assembly Technician to join their growing manufacturing team. Key Responsibilities The successful candidates will be responsible for a range of electronic assembly and production activities, including: Assembling electronic components and sub-assemblies. PCB assembly and soldering. Carrying out assembly and calibration activities. Inspecting completed assemblies to ensure they meet quality standards. Assisting with testing and basic diagnostics. Identifying and resolving assembly issues. Following technical instructions, drawings and established production procedures. Maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Working safely and efficiently within a production environment. Skills & Experience Previous experience in electronics assembly, soldering or PCB manufacturing . Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to...

Welder Bedford Location: Bedford Contract: Non stop ongoing contract and temp to permanent (like a permanent role) Shift: Monday to Friday, days Welding: TIG Can be paid PAYE, Umbrella or Limited Company We are currently recruiting for a Welder to join a busy manufacturing facility in Bedford on an ongoing contract. This is a hands-on, maintenance-focused role rather than a traditional fabrication position. You will be responsible for carrying out repairs, modifications and fabrication work around the site, helping to keep equipment, machinery and site infrastructure operating safely and effectively. The Role As a Felder , you will be involved in: Carrying out TIG welding and some fabrication repairs around the manufacturing site Repairing and modifying existing machinery, equipment and structures Carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance-related work TIG welding to a high standard Working alongside the engineering and maintenance teams...

Operation Administrator Required Bedford - Immediate Start Available Job summary Proactive Global are seeking an Operations Administrator based in Kempston for a rapidly growing company. The role involves coordinating and supporting the Head of Operations, maintaining ERP data, and tracking order progress to inform operational decisions. The ideal candidate will have GCSEs including English and Maths, experience in an operations/ manufacturing environment, and proficiency with Excel and ERP systems. This is a permanent, full-time position with standard UK hours. Qualifications GCSEs or equivalent, including English and Maths, or relevant practical experience. Previous experience in an operations administration, coordination, manufacturing administration or similar role. Experience working within a manufacturing, engineering, OEM or industrial environment. Experience supporting operational, project, procurement or production teams. Experience working with ERP/MRP or...

We are hiring METER READERS in MK40-MK45; no experience is required. Are you looking for Full Time work, close to home? Do you like working in an active outdoor role? Do you want to take control of your schedule and work flexibly? If the answer is yes, then this could be the role for you. As a Meter Reader you will be responsible for collecting data from gas, electricity & water meters for both commercial and residential properties. You will update meter reads accurately throughout the day on your handheld device, also entering the details on a handheld device at each location and providing excellent customer service. What we offer: 13.23 per hour basic pay (weekly payment) Weekly Hours 40 - 45 hours a week with flexible start and finish times Monday - Friday (occasionally Saturday) between 8am - 8pm. 27,000 to 30,000 average annual earnings including bonusses. Bonus scheme with earnings up to 2000 monthly. Overtime rates ( 16 - 25) at...

Fabricator Welder BEdford Location: Bedford Contract: Long-term ongoing contract and temp to permanent Shift: Monday to Friday, days Welding: TIG We are currently recruiting for a Fabricator Welder to join a busy manufacturing facility in Bedford on a long-term ongoing contract. This is a hands-on, maintenance-focused role rather than a traditional fabrication position. You will be responsible for carrying out repairs, modifications and fabrication work around the site, helping to keep equipment, machinery and site infrastructure operating safely and effectively. The Role As a Fabricator Welder , you will be involved in: Carrying out TIG welding and fabrication repairs around the manufacturing site Repairing and modifying existing machinery, equipment and structures Fabricating replacement parts and components where required Working from measurements and existing components rather than primarily producing new builds Carrying out preventative and...

As our Strategic National Account Manager, you will be leading a team of three Account Managers delivering against a strategic account valued at c£20m of revenue. You ll be a coach, a mentor and client facing. Splitting your time between head office and client meetings, you ll be a commercially driven individual with a proven track record in contract electronic manufacturing. BASIC SALARY: £65,000 - £75,000 BENEFITS: Up to £10,000 - £15,000 Annual Bonus Car Allowance £6,500 per annum 25 Days Holiday Company quarterly incentive plan c£2,600 per annum 3 x Life Assurance 5% Pension Contribution LOCATION: Office based (Milton Keynes) 50% of the time (plus client meetings / WFH) COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Northampton, Bedford, Cambridge, Luton, Huntingdon, Leighton Buzzard, Stevenage, St Neots JOB DESCRIPTION: Strategic National Account Manager - Contract Electronics This role is a strategic leadership role where you will be the driving force behind key relationships...

Lead a Major Customer Partnership. Develop High-Performing Teams. Drive Strategic Growth. As an Account Director, you will operate as the business leader for one of our most important customer partnerships. Responsible for a major account worth circa £20m, whilst leading a team of three Account Managers. Your success will be measured through customer retention, commercial performance, long-term growth and your ability to develop a high-performing, customer-focused team. This opportunity will suit an experienced leader who enjoys coaching and developing people, influencing senior stakeholders and shaping long-term business strategy, whilst maintaining a strong focus on delivering profitable commercial outcomes. BASIC SALARY: £65,000 - £75,000 BENEFITS: Up to c£17,500 Annual Bonus Car Allowance of £6,500 per annum 25 Days Holiday LOCATION: Bedford - hybrid 50/50 COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Luton, Huntingdon, Leighton Buzzard, Stevenage, Northampton, Milton...

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Gas Engineer to join a growing company on a permanent basis working with one our established clients. Due to their expansion we are giving the right candidates the chance to join their professional and dynamic team. All applicants must be experienced & qualified gas engineers with CCN1/CMA1 and MET1 Qualifications Role & Responsibilities: - Service & Breakdown of Gas appliances; including but not limited to: Combi swaps, System swaps, Conversions & Cookers - Providing energy efficiency advice Development/Growth Potential: Opportunity to upskill to CMDDA1 for Carbon Investigation Leak Detection work with provided training. Essential Skills: - CCN1 - CMDDA1 (Preffered) - CKR1 - MET1 - CPA1 - CKR1 - HTR1 Package Provided: - Competitive salary with additional benefits - Comprehensive training and development opportunities - Supportive team environment - Career progression...

We are seeking an experienced Electro Mechanical Assembly & Wiring Technician to join our clients team. The successful candidate will have hands-on experience in cable looming, internal wiring, soldering connectors, and electro-mechanical assembly. This role would suit a practical, detail-oriented individual who takes pride in producing high-quality workmanship and is comfortable working from engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and assembly instructions. Key Responsibilities Manufacture and assemble cable looms and wiring harnesses to engineering specifications. Carry out internal wiring of electrical and electro-mechanical assemblies. Strip, crimp, terminate, solder, and dress wires and cables. Solder electrical connectors, terminals, pins, and other components to a high standard. Assemble and wire control panels, electrical enclosures, equipment, and sub-assemblies. Carry out general electro-mechanical assembly, including the fitting of mechanical and electrical...